Chevrolet 2007 tahoe Owner'S Manual Download

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Item

Description

Total

Vehicle Capacity Weight
for Example 1

1,000 lbs (453 kg)

Subtract Occupant
Weight 150 lbs
(68 kg)

300 lbs (136 kg)

Available Occupant and
Cargo Weight

700 lbs (317 kg)

Item

Description

Total

Vehicle Capacity Weight
for Example 2

1,000 lbs (453 kg)

Subtract Occupant
Weight 150 lbs
(68 kg)

750 lbs (136 kg)

Available Cargo Weight

250 lbs (113 kg)

Example 1

Example 2

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Summary of Contents for 2007 tahoe

Page 1: ...em 173 Universal Home Remote System 177 Storage Areas 190 Sunroof 197 Instrument Panel 199 Instrument Panel Overview 202 Climate Controls 227 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 242 Driver Information Center DIC 260 Audio System s 290 Driving Your Vehicle 355 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 356 Towing 417 Service and Appearance Care 441 Service 444 Fuel 446 Checking Things Under the Hood 45...

Page 2: ... Tires 507 Appearance Care 553 Vehicle Identification 562 Electrical System 563 Capacities and Specifications 572 Maintenance Schedule 575 Maintenance Schedule 576 Customer Assistance Information 597 Customer Assistance and Information 598 Reporting Safety Defects 615 Index 619 2 ...

Page 3: ... This manual describes features that may be available in this model but your vehicle may not have 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 you ever need it while you are on the road If you sell the vehicle leave this manual with the v...

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: ...der Belt Height Adjustment 51 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 52 Right Front Passenger Position 52 Center Front Passenger Position 53 Rear Seat Passengers 54 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 56 Safety Belt Pretensioners 60 Safety Belt Extender 60 Child Restraints 61 Older Children 61 Infants and Young Children 64 Child Restraint Systems 68 Where to Put the Restraint 72 Lower Anchors and Tethers fo...

Page 8: ...rain 99 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 99 Passenger Sensing System 101 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 106 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 107 Restraint System Check 108 Checking the Restraint Systems 108 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 109 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems 8 ...

Page 9: ...ement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving To move a manual seat forward or rearward 1 Lift the bar to unlock the seat 2 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 locked in place 9 ...

Page 10: ...ar part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the control up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down On seats with power reclining seatbacks the control is located behind the power seat control on the outboard side of the seats See Power Reclining Seatbacks under Reclining Seatbacks on page 15 A vehicle with a memory function allows seat settings to be sa...

Page 11: ...and hold the top of the control To lower the height of the lumbar support press and hold the bottom of the control Release the control when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of lumbar support Your vehicle may have a memory function which allows seat settings to be saved and recalled See Memory Seat Mirrors and Pedals on page 13 for more information Keep in mind that as your seating posi...

Page 12: ...e for high two for medium and one for low J Heated Seat and Seatback Press this button to turn on the heated seat and seatback The light on the button will come on to indicate that the feature is working Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings of high medium and low and to turn the heat to the seat off Indicator lights above the button will show the level of heat selected three ...

Page 13: ... and brake pedals will have the ability to save and recall their positions 2 Press and hold button 1 until two beeps are heard indicating that the position has been stored A second seating mirror and throttle and brake pedal position can be programmed by repeating the above steps and pressing button 2 To recall the memory positions the vehicle must be in PARK P Press and release either button 1 or...

Page 14: ...position is still not recalling see your dealer for service Easy Exit Seat The control for this feature is located on the driver s door panel between buttons 1 and 2 With the vehicle in PARK P the driver s seat exit position can be recalled by pressing the exit button You will hear a single beep and the driver s seat will move back If the easy exit seat feature is programmed in the Driver Informat...

Page 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 the seats have manual reclining seatbacks the lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side of the seat s To recline the seatback do the following 1 Lift the recline lever 2 Move the seatback to ...

Page 16: ...position 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Power Reclining Seatbacks If the seats have power reclining seatbacks the control used to recline them is located on the outboard side of the seat behind the power seat control To recline the seatback tilt the top of the control rearward To bring the seatback forward tilt the top of the control forward 16 ...

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

Page 18: ...ile you push the head restraint down The front seats may have head restraints that also tilt forward and rearward To tilt the head restraint grasp the top of the restraint while pressing the button B located on the inboard side of the head restraint and move it forward or rearward until the desired locking position is reached Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure...

Page 19: ...t Passenger Position on page 53 Rear Seats Heated Seats If the rear seats have the heated seat feature the buttons used to control this feature are located on the Rear Seat Audio RSA panel M Heated Seat To heat the seat cushion press the button with the heated seat symbol A heated seat symbol will be shown in the RSA display to indicate that the feature is on Press the button to cycle through the ...

Page 20: ... entry and exit to the third row seats if your vehicle has them These seats will have either the manual fold and tumble feature or the automatic seat release fold and tumble feature Manual Fold and Tumble Feature Folding and Tumbling the Seat s To fold and tumble the seat do the following 1 Make sure that there is nothing under in front of or on the seat Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety ...

Page 21: ...n this position creates a flat load floor If the seatback cannot fold flat try moving the front seat forward and or put the front seatback in the upright position 3 Lift the same lever again to release the rear of the seat from the floor The seat will tumble forward 21 ...

Page 22: ...nd pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked 2 Lift the seatback and push it rearward Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safe...

Page 23: ...icle has them do the following 1 Make sure that there is nothing under in front of or on the seat 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 Lift the lever s located on the bottom rear of the second row seat s on the inb...

Page 24: ...ng 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 From the front seats press one of the automatic seat release buttons located on the overhead console When accessing the third row seats if your vehicle has them from the outside of the vehi...

Page 25: ... pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked 2 Lift the seatback and push it rearward Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety...

Page 26: ...e seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 2 Press the automatic seat release button located on the panel behind the rear doors One press of the button automatically folds the seatback flat and tumbles the seat forward There will be a slight delay between the folding of the seatback and the tumbling of the ...

Page 27: ...sure it is locked To return the seatback to an upright position do the following 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position 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 2 ...

Page 28: ...e 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 Lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat to release the seatback The seatback will fold forward Leaving the seatback in this position creates a flat load floor If the seatback cannot fold flat try moving the front seat forward and or ...

Page 29: ...the seat down until it latches to the floor The seatback cannot be raised if the seat is not latched to the floor 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 2 Lift the seatback and push it rearward Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it ...

Page 30: ...ts if your vehicle has them do the following 1 Make sure that there is nothing under in front of or on the seat 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 Lift the lever located on the bottom rear of the second row seat ...

Page 31: ...otice 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 From the front seats press one of the automatic seat release buttons located on the overhead console When accessing the third row seats if your vehicle has them from the outside ...

Page 32: ...ing and Tumbling the Second Row Seat s from the Third Row Seats or Outside CAUTION Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded or folded and tumbled could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place To fold and tumble the seat from the third row seats if yo...

Page 33: ...ed or removed from the vehicle Folding the Seatback s To fold the seatback do the following 1 Open the liftgate to access the controls for the seat 2 Remove all items on the seat cushion 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 re...

Page 34: ...can be tumbled forward for additional cargo space To tumble the seat do the following 1 Open the liftgate to access the controls for the seat 2 Make sure the head rests are completely lowered there is nothing under in front of or on the seat and all items are removed from the cupholder and storage bin if the seat is a two passenger seat 3 Fold the seatbacks forward using the instructions previousl...

Page 35: ...tom rear of the seat 4 Pull the seat down until it latches to the floor The seatback cannot be raised if the seat is not latched to the floor 5 Pull up on the seatback until it locks into the upright position 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...

Page 36: ... front latches should lock into place If the latches do not lock try tilting the rear of the seat upward slightly 3 Lower the rear of the seat and push down on the seat to engage the rear floor latches CAUTION A seat that is not locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop People in the vehicle could be injured Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installin...

Page 37: ... to make sure it is locked CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted 7 Make sure the safety belts are returned to the origina...

Page 38: ... fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly Your vehic...

Page 39: ... buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 40 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels 39 ...

Page 40: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 40 ...

Page 41: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 41 ...

Page 42: ... unbuckle a safety belt even if you are 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 supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every airbag system ever offered for sale has required the u...

Page 43: ...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 61 or Infants and Young Children on page 64 Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you will want to k...

Page 44: ...nough see Safety Belt Extender on page 60 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Move the shoulder belt height adjuster to the height that is right for you Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash See Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment on page 51...

Page 45: ...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 safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash 45 ...

Page 46: ...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 46 ...

Page 47: ...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 47 ...

Page 48: ...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 48 ...

Page 49: ...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 49 ...

Page 50: ...ross 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 retailer to fix it 50 ...

Page 51: ...ulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash To move it down squeeze the buttons A on the sides of the height adjuster and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just ...

Page 52: ... more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 43 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If yo...

Page 53: ...onger tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 60 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ...

Page 54: ...ike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Lap Shoulder Belt All rear seat positions have lap shoulder belts Here is how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more...

Page 55: ...o 3 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder part The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you 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...

Page 56: ...crease injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body To unlatch the belt push the button on the buckle Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head 56 ...

Page 57: ...rd row if your vehicle has one Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt 1 For the second row remove the guide from its storage clip on the interior body If your vehicle has a third row remove the guide from its storage pocket on the side of the seat Second Row Third Row 57 ...

Page 58: ...tic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 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 58 ...

Page 59: ...parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 54 Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guide squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guide Slide the guide into its storage clip on the interior body or storage pocke...

Page 60: ...a crash you will need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 109 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 retailer will order you an extender When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear...

Page 61: ...traint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the fro...

Page 62: ...is sitting in a rear seat outside position move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the second row center position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide See Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides on pa...

Page 63: ... 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 63 ...

Page 64: ...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 65: ...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 65 ...

Page 66: ...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 66 ...

Page 67: ...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 68: ...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 69: ... 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 69 ...

Page 70: ...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 71: ...belt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 74 for more information A child can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and t...

Page 72: ...instructions that came with that restraint Because there are different systems it is important to refer to the instructions that come with the restraint A child can be endangered in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We recommend...

Page 73: ...rd facing child restraint in the right front seat alwaysmove the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat CAUTION A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger s airbag if it inflates Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat It is always better to secur...

Page 74: ... must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be attached using only the top tether and anchor In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint that has LATCH attachments The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to use the child restraint and its attachment...

Page 75: ...achment B to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints with top tethers 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 re...

Page 76: ...i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors j Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors Second Row 60 40 Second Row Bucket Third Row Two Passenger 76 ...

Page 77: ...ns have exposed metal anchors located in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion For models with second row bucket seats both rear seating positions have exposed metal anchors located in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion For models with bucket second row seating the top tether anchors are located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion for each seating position in th...

Page 78: ...is one top tether anchor located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion that can be used for the rear driver side seating position in the third row Never install two top tethers using the same top tether anchor For vehicles with a three passenger third row seat there is one top tether anchor located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion that can be used for either the third row center or driver s...

Page 79: ...pe child restraint is not attached to anchors the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchors or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint...

Page 80: ...contact between the child restraint or the LATCH attachment parts and the vehicle s safety belt assembly Folding an empty rear seat with the safety belts secured may cause damage to the safety belt or the seat When removing the child restraint always remember to return the safety belts to their normal stowed position before folding the rear seat 1 Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lo...

Page 81: ...ther according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using does not have a head rest restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using does not have a head rest restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using has an adjustable h...

Page 82: ...nger side seating position Do not secure a child restraint in this position if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be anchored If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to foll...

Page 83: ... 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 83 ...

Page 84: ...ether and the position that 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 74 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint if the top tether is attached to the ...

Page 85: ...nt in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger airbag A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint See Where to Put the Restraint on page 72 In addition 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 s...

Page 86: ...o one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued We recommend that rear facing child restraints be secured in the rear seat even if the airbag is off If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is bet...

Page 87: ...t passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 101 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 Manual Seats on page 9 or Power Seats on page 10 When the passenger sensing system has turned of...

Page 88: ... 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 88 ...

Page 89: ...tor is lit turn the vehicle off Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion If this happens slightly recline the vehicle s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if...

Page 90: ...s a third row passenger seat you may have third row roof mounted rollover airbags Frontal airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating frontal airbag But these airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed ...

Page 91: ...on and rollover protection Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person CAUTION Both frontal and roof mounted rollover airbags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you are too close to an inflating airbag as you would be if you were leaning forward it could seriously injure you Safety belts help keep you in pos...

Page 92: ...ide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 61 or Infants and Young Children on page 64 Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door in the first or second row seats or the rear windows in the third row seat if your vehicle has roof mounted rollover airbags There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the ai...

Page 93: ...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 93 ...

Page 94: ... person seated directly behind the driver it is located in the ceiling above the side windows If your vehicle has a roof mounted rollover airbag for the right front passenger and the person directly behind that passenger it is located in the ceiling above the side windows 94 ...

Page 95: ...causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering And if your vehicle has roof mounted rollover airbags never secure anything to the roof of your vehicle by routing the rope or tie down through any door or win...

Page 96: ...ion of the impact and how quickly your vehicle slows down In addition your vehicle has dual stage frontal airbags which adjust the restraint according to crash severity Your vehicle has electronic frontal sensors which help the sensing system distinguish between a moderate frontal impact and a more severe frontal impact For moderate frontal impacts these airbags inflate at a level less than full d...

Page 97: ...e rollovers rear impacts or in many side impacts Your vehicle has a seat position sensor which enables the sensing system to monitor the fore and aft position of the driver s seat Seat position sensors provide information that is used to determine if the airbags should deploy at a reduced level or at full deployment Your vehicle may or may not have roof mounted rollover airbags and a rollover sens...

Page 98: ...g What Makes an Airbag Inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the airbag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash In the case of a roof mounted rollover airbag the sensing system detects that the vehicle is about to roll over or has been in a severe frontal or side impact The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator which inflates the airbag The inflator airbag ...

Page 99: ...g more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s frontal airbags and only in moderate to severe side collisions or rollovers for vehicles with roof mounted rollover airbags What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates After a frontal airbag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly that some peo...

Page 100: ... inflate You can lock the doors again turn the interior lamps off and turn off the hazard warning flashers by using the controls for those features In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an airbag inflates you...

Page 101: ...senger s frontal airbag under certain conditions The driver s airbags are not part of the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger s seat and safety belt The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the passenger s airbag should be enabled may inflate or not Accident statist...

Page 102: ... an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued We recommend that rear facing child restraints be secured in the rear seat even if the airbag is off If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child ...

Page 103: ...ns slightly recline the vehicle s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If 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 and check with your dealer The passenger sensing system is designed to enable ma...

Page 104: ...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 vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes This will allow the system to detect that person and then enable the passenger s airbag 104 ...

Page 105: ...245 for more on this including important safety information Aftermarket equipment such as seat covers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates You may want to consider not using seat covers or other aftermarket equipment See Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 107 for more information about modifications that can affect how the system operates CAUTION Stowing ...

Page 106: ...ystem To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 616 CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after the ignition 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 se...

Page 107: ... Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 598 Q Because I have a disability I have to get my vehicle modified How can I find out whether this will affect my airbag system A Changing or moving any parts of the front seats safety belts the airbag sensing and diagnostic module rollover sensor module steering wheel instrument panel over...

Page 108: ...n rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Notice If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s airbag or the side impact airbag covering on the ceiling near the side windows the airbag may not...

Page 109: ...ave LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See the part on the airbag system earlier in this section If the frontal airbags inflate you will also need to replace the driver and front passenger...

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Page 111: ...tems 135 Content Theft Deterrent 135 PASS Key III 137 PASS Key III Operation 137 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 139 New Vehicle Break In 139 Ignition Positions 140 Retained Accessory Power RAP 141 Starting the Engine 141 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 143 Engine Coolant Heater 143 Active Fuel Management 145 Automatic Transmission Operation 145 Tow Haul Mode 149 Four Wheel Drive 150 Parki...

Page 112: ...ssist Mirrors 172 Outside Convex Mirror 173 Outside Heated Mirrors 173 OnStar System 173 Universal Home Remote System 177 System Identification 177 Universal Home Remote System 178 Universal Home Remote System Operation With One Triangular LED 178 Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED 182 Storage Areas 190 Glove Box 190 Cupholder s 190 Center Console Storage Area 190 Luggage ...

Page 113: ...uld be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 113 ...

Page 114: ...equency 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 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 Indust...

Page 115: ...ion on page 115 If you are still having trouble see your dealer retailer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation The vehicle s doors can be locked and unlocked from about 3 feet 1 m up to 65 feet 20 m away with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter If your vehicle has the remote start feature you can also start your vehicle with the RKE transmitter The RK...

Page 116: ...tons on page 280 for additional information Pressing the lock button may arm the content theft deterrent system See Content Theft Deterrent on page 135 Unlock Press the unlock button to unlock the driver s door If the button is pressed again within five seconds all remaining doors will unlock The interior lamps will come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on If enabled t...

Page 117: ...n the ignition is moved to RUN or the alarm button is pressed again The ignition must be in OFF for the panic alarm to work Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each RKE transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your GM dealer Remember to bring any additional transmitters so they can a...

Page 118: ...display if the RKE transmitter battery is low See REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 270 for additional information Notice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the RKE transmitter do the following 1 Insert a flat object with a ...

Page 119: ...icle was set to when the vehicle was last turned off During a remote start if your vehicle has an automatic climate control system and heated seats the heated seats will turn on during colder outside temperatures and will shut off when the key is turned to RUN If your vehicle does not have an automatic climate control system during remote start you will need to manually turn the heated seats on an...

Page 120: ...by 10 minutes Remote start can be extended one time After entering the vehicle during a remote start insert and turn the key to RUN to drive the vehicle If the vehicle is left running it will automatically shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done To manually shut off a remote start do any of the following Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press the remote start butt...

Page 121: ...tart system enabled The system may be enabled or disabled through the DIC See REMOTE START under DIC Vehicle Customization With DIC Buttons on page 280 for additional information If your vehicle does not have DIC buttons see your dealer to enable or disable the remote vehicle start system Remote Start Ready If your vehicle does not have the remote vehicle start feature it may have the remote start...

Page 122: ...ed vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the...

Page 123: ...layed locking feature is in use Pressing the power lock switch or the lock button on the RKE transmitter twice will override the delayed locking feature and immediately lock all the doors This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition You can program this feature using the Driver Information Center DIC See DELAY DOOR LOCK under DIC Vehicle Customization With DIC Buttons on page 280 Pr...

Page 124: ...he following 1 Unlock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter if the vehicle has one the power door lock switch or by lifting the rear door manual lock 2 Open the door from the outside To cancel the rear door security lock do the following 1 Unlock the door and open it from the outside 2 Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it so the slot is in the vertical position Lock...

Page 125: ...the liftglass or liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftglass or liftgate Make sure all other windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the recirculation mode off That will force outside air into your vehicle See Climate Control System on page 227 or Dual Automatic Clim...

Page 126: ...tgate use the pull cup or pull strap as an aid The liftgate or liftglass cannot be opened if the rear wipers are in motion Attempting to open the liftgate or liftglass while the rear wipers are in motion will cause the release of the liftglass or liftgate to delay until the wipers are moved off the liftglass Both the liftglass and liftgate have an electric latch If the battery is disconnected or h...

Page 127: ...e glass Always check to make sure the area above the liftgate is clear before opening it To open and close the liftgate press and hold the power liftgate button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter until the liftgate starts moving Press the RKE button a second time during liftgate operation to reverse that operation See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 115 for more informat...

Page 128: ...e the power function is in progress the liftgate power function will continue to completion If you shift the transmission out of PARK P and accelerate before the power liftgate latches closed the liftgate may reverse to the open position Cargo could fall out of the vehicle Always make sure the power liftgate is closed and latched before you drive away If you power open the liftgate and the liftgat...

Page 129: ...ors located on the side edges of the liftgate If an object is caught between the liftgate and the body and presses against this sensor the liftgate will reverse direction and open fully The liftgate will remain open until it is activated again or closed manually Manual Operation of Power Liftgate To change the liftgate to manual operation toggle the switch on the overhead console to the Disable po...

Page 130: ...e dangerous to drive with the liftglass or liftgate open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You cannot see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you must drive with the liftglass or liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftglass or liftgate...

Page 131: ... has been opened Once the door is closed the running boards will automatically move back under the vehicle The vehicle must not be moving for the running boards to extend or retract The switch used to disable the power running boards is located on the center console below the climate control system The running boards cannot be disabled in the extended position 131 ...

Page 132: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 132 ...

Page 133: ...badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave keys in a vehicle with children CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued When there are children in the rear seat use the window locko...

Page 134: ...itch Window Lockout o Window Lockout The window lockout switch is located with the power window switches on the driver s door armrest This feature prevents the rear passenger windows from operating except from the driver s position Press the switch to turn the lockout feature on or off An indicator light will come on to show the lockout feature is on Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down to block gla...

Page 135: ...s active the alarm will not be activated until all doors are closed and the security light goes off 3 Close all doors The security light will stop flashing and go off after approximately 30 seconds The content theft deterrent alarm is not armed until the security light goes off If a door is opened without using the RKE transmitter a ten second pre alarm will occur The horn will chirp and the light...

Page 136: ...ent turn off the alarm by pressing unlock on the RKE transmitter or by placing the key in the ignition and turning it to START Testing the Alarm The alarm can be tested by following these steps 1 From inside the vehicle lower the driver s window and open the driver s door 2 Activate the system by locking the doors with the RKE transmitter 3 Get out of the vehicle close the door and wait for the se...

Page 137: ...horized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment PASS Key III uses a radio frequency transponder in the key that matches a decoder in your vehicle PASS Key III Operation Your vehicle has PASS Key III Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key III is a passive theft deterrent system This means you do not have to do anything special to arm or disar...

Page 138: ...stem See your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to get a new key blank that is cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system To program the new additional key do the following 1 Verify that the new key has a 1 stamped on it 2 Insert the original already programmed key in the ignition and start the engine If the engine will not start see your dealer for service 3 After t...

Page 139: ...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 140: ...needs service B ACCESSORY This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off Lengthy operation of features such as the radio in the ACCESSORY ignition position and the RUN position may drain the battery and prevent your vehicle from starting Do not operate your vehicle in the ACCESSORY ignition position for a long period of time C RUN This is the posi...

Page 141: ... RUN or ACCESSORY Once the key is turned from RUN to LOCK the windows and sunroof will continue to work until a door is opened The radio will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until the driver s door is opened Starting the Engine To place the transmission in the proper gear Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine will not start in any other position this is a safety feature...

Page 142: ... flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for up to a maximum of 15 seconds Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to allow the cranking motor to cool down When the engine starts let go of the key and accelerator If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing This clears the ...

Page 143: ...vehicle is in REVERSE R or while using the cruise control Your vehicle may have a memory function which allows pedal settings to be saved and recalled See Memory Seat Mirrors and Pedals on page 13 for more information Engine Coolant Heater Your vehicle may have an engine coolant heater In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You will get easier starting and bette...

Page 144: ...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 in The answer depends on the ou...

Page 145: ...celerating from a stop passing or merging onto a freeway the system will maintain full cylinder operation Your vehicle has an Active Fuel Management indicator For more information on using this display see DIC Operation and Displays With DIC Buttons on page 261 or DIC Operation and Displays Without DIC Buttons on page 267 Automatic Transmission Operation There are several different positions for t...

Page 146: ...K P See Shifting Into Park P on page 157 If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 422 CAUTION If you have four wheel drive your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear two wheel high four wheel high or four wheel low not in NEUTRAL See Shifting Into Park P on page 157 REV...

Page 147: ... position is for normal driving It provides the best fuel economy for your vehicle If you need more power for passing and you are Going less than about 35 mph 56 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 56 km h or more push the accelerator all the way down DRIVE D can be used when towing a trailer carrying a heavy load driving on steep hills or for off road driving Yo...

Page 148: ...our 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 forward the transmission will not shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission The repair will not be covered by yo...

Page 149: ...ng a heavy load or if there is a need to charge a battery installed in a trailer See Towing a Trailer on page 422 for more information When Tow Haul mode is selected the Tow Haul indicator light will come on The Tow Haul mode works with the Autoride feature if the vehicle has this to enhance the ride when trailering or with a loaded vehicle See Autoride on page 422 149 ...

Page 150: ...rive High or Four Wheel Drive Low for extended periods of time While driving on clean dry pavement and during tight turns you may experience a vibration in the steering system Front Axle Locking Feature The front axle locks and unlocks automatically when you shift the transfer case Some delay for the axle to lock or unlock is normal Automatic Transfer Case The transfer case knob is located to the ...

Page 151: ...ast chosen setting 2 m Two Wheel Drive High This setting is used for driving in most street and highway situations Your front axle is not engaged in two wheel drive This setting also provides the best fuel economy AUTO Automatic Four Wheel Drive This setting is ideal for use when road surface traction conditions are variable When driving your vehicle in AUTO the front axle is engaged but the vehic...

Page 152: ... Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL See Parking Brake on page 156 NEUTRAL N Shift the vehicle s transfer case to NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 418 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 417 for more information If the SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE message stays on you should take your vehicle to your dealer for service See S...

Page 153: ...on You must wait for the Four Wheel Drive Low indicator light to stop flashing and remain on before shifting your transmission in gear Notice Shifting the transmission into gear before the Four Wheel Drive Low indicator light has stopped flashing could damage the transfer case To help avoid damaging your vehicle always wait for the Four Wheel Drive Low indicator light to stop flashing before shift...

Page 154: ...ur Wheel Drive Low indicator light to stop flashing before shifting the transmission into gear The vehicle may have significant engagement noise and bump when shifting between Four Wheel Drive Low and Four Wheel Drive High ranges or from NEUTRAL while the engine is running If the knob is turned to the Four Wheel Drive High AUTO or Two Wheel Drive High switch position when your vehicle is in gear a...

Page 155: ...n to RUN with the engine off 3 Turn the transfer case dial to the desired transfer case shift position Two Wheel Drive High Four Wheel Drive High AUTO After the transfer case has shifted out of NEUTRAL the NEUTRAL light will go out 4 Release the parking brake prior to moving the vehicle Notice Shifting the transmission into gear before the Four Wheel Drive Low indicator light has stopped flashing ...

Page 156: ...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 brake is fully re...

Page 157: ...UTRAL your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 422 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into the PARK P position by pulling the shift lever toward you and moving it up as far as it will g...

Page 158: ...ure your vehicle is in PARK P and the parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you move the shift lever into PARK P hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your tr...

Page 159: ...gnition is in the LOCK You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 145 If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way up into PARK P as you maintain brake application Move the shift lever into another gear Parking Over Things That Burn C...

Page 160: ...ehicle 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 the 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 ...

Page 161: ...e this can happen is a garage Exhaust with CO can come in easily NEVER park in a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 400 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless yo...

Page 162: ...r on page 422 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar Compass and Temperature Display Your vehicle may have this feature When on the automatic dimming mirror dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark The mirror has a dual display in the upper right corner of the mirror face that shows the compass reading and the outside temperature Control buttons f...

Page 163: ...ture display will return If an abnormal temperature reading is displayed for an extended period of time see your dealer Under certain circumstances a delay in updating the temperature is normal Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation The automatic dimming mirror function is turned on automatically each time the ignition is started To operate the automatic dimming mirror do the following 1 Make sure the...

Page 164: ...dows If CAL is not displayed push 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 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 the vehicle is...

Page 165: ...ssing the on off button until the desired zone number appears in the display Release the button After approximately four seconds of inactivity the new zone number will be locked in and the compass temperature display will return 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 ma...

Page 166: ... button to turn the display on or off Temperature Display The temperature can be displayed by pressing the compass temperature button Pressing the compass temperature button once briefly will toggle the display reading on and off To alternate the temperature reading between Fahrenheit and Celsius press and hold the compass temperature button for approximately three seconds until the display blinks...

Page 167: ...t magnetic note pad holder or a similar magnetic item The compass does not display the correct heading and the compass zone variance is set correctly In order to calibrate CAL must be displayed in the mirror compass windows If CAL is not displayed push in the compass temperature button for approximately nine seconds or until CAL is displayed The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in ...

Page 168: ...e display will show a compass direction within a few seconds Cleaning the Mirror Use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Outside Manual Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle and have a clear view of objects behind yo...

Page 169: ...mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat The convex mirror can be adjusted manually to the driver s preferred position for better vision Your vehicle may have outside heated mirrors which help clear them of condensation snow and ice When the rear window defogger button is pressed the heated mirrors are also turned on Only the upper glass of the mirror is heated The low...

Page 170: ...e direction you want it to go Adjust each outside mirror so that you can see a little of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle The mirrors may also include a memory function that works with the memory seats See Memory Seat Mirrors and Pedals on page 13 for more information The mirrors can be manually folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash To fold push the ...

Page 171: ... the mirrors in to the folded position If the mirrors are accidentally folded unfolded manually they may shake or flutter at normal driving speeds and may not stay in the unfolded position If this happens you will 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 The...

Page 172: ...y on page 162 or Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display on page 166 for more information Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors If your vehicle has the memory package the outside mirrors are able to perform the curb view assist mirror function This feature may be useful in in allowing the driver to view the curb when parallel parking This feature will cause the passenger ...

Page 173: ...efogger button is pressed the heated mirrors are also turned on See Rear Window Defogger under Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 231 or Climate Control System on page 227 for more information OnStar System OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide you with a wide range of safety security information and convenience services If your airbags deploy the syst...

Page 174: ...ner s Guide in your glove box or visit onstar com OnStar Services For new vehicles with OnStar the Safe Sound Plan or the Directions Connections Plan is included for one year from the date of purchase You can extend this plan beyond the first year or upgrade to the Directions Connections Plan For more information press the OnStar button to speak with an advisor Some OnStar services such as Remote ...

Page 175: ...y pressing the OnStar button or calling 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 OnStar Virtual Advisor OnStar Virtual Advisor is a feature of OnStar Hands Free Calling that uses your minutes to access location based weather local traffic reports and stock quotes By pressing the phone button and giving a few simple voice commands you can browse through the various topics See the OnStar Owners Guide for more ...

Page 176: ...erage network capacity and reception when the service is needed and technology that is compatible with the OnStar service Not all services are available everywhere particularly in remote or enclosed areas or at all times OnStar service that involves location information about your vehicle cannot work unless GPS satellite signals are unobstructed and available in that place as well Your vehicle mus...

Page 177: ...g Diode LED indicator light above the Universal Home Remote buttons follow the instructions under Universal Home Remote System Operation With One Triangular LED If there are three round LED indicator lights above the Universal Home Remote buttons follow the instructions under Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED For help or information on the Universal Home Remote System cal...

Page 178: ...esired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Universal Home Remote System Operation With One Triangular LED If there is one triangular Light Emitting Diode LED indicator light above the Universal Home Remote buttons follow the instructions below Do not use the Universal Home Remote...

Page 179: ...hese steps to program up to three devices 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 not repeat this step to program a second and or third hand held transmitter to the remaining two Universal Home Remote buttons 2 Hol...

Page 180: ...rolling 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...

Page 181: ...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 182: ...me Remote shown earlier in this section For help or information on the Universal Home Remote System call the customer assistance phone number under Customer Assistance Offices on page 602 Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED Your vehicle may have the Universal Home Remote System If there are three round Light Emitting Diode LED indicator lights above the Universal Home Remot...

Page 183: ...nsmitter for Fixed Code programming It is also recommended that upon the sale or lease termination of the vehicle the programmed buttons should be erased for security purposes See Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons later in this section When programming a garage door it is advised to park outside of the garage Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or security device you a...

Page 184: ...mmediately release them 2 Locate in the garage the garage door opener receiver motor head unit Locate the Learn or Smart button It can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor head unit and may be a colored button Press this button After you press this button you will have 30 seconds to complete the following steps 184 ...

Page 185: ...cessful and complete To program another Rolling Code device such as an additional garage door opener a security device or home automation device repeat Steps 1 5 choosing a different function button in Step 3 than what you used for the garage door opener If these instructions do not work you probably have a Fixed Code garage door opener Follow the Programming instructions below for a Fixed Code ga...

Page 186: ...transmitter supplied by the manufacturer of your garage door opener motor If you see a row of dip switches similar to the graphic above you have a Fixed Code garage door opener If you do not see a row of dip switches return to the previous section for Programming Universal Home Remote Rolling Code Example of Eight Dip Switches with Two Positions 186 ...

Page 187: ...n the up position write Left When a switch is in the down position write Right If a switch is set between the up and down position write Middle The switch settings that you wrote down in Step 2 will now become the button strokes you enter into the Universal Home Remote in Step 4 Be sure to enter the switch settings that you wrote down in Step 2 in order from left to right into the Universal Home R...

Page 188: ...me The indicator lights will turn on 6 Press and hold the button you would like to use to control the garage door until the garage door moves The indicator light above the selected button should slowly blink You may need to hold the button from five to 55 seconds 7 Immediately release the button when the garage door moves The indicator light will blink rapidly until programming is complete 8 Press...

Page 189: ...when you sell or terminate your lease To erase either Rolling Code or Fixed Code on the Universal Home Remote device do the following 1 Press and hold the two outside buttons at the same time for approximately 20 seconds until the indicator lights located directly above the buttons begin to blink rapidly 2 Once the indicator lights begin to blink release both buttons The codes from all buttons wil...

Page 190: ...ing the insert forward or rearward You may also have cupholders in the second and third row seat armrest areas To access the cupholders in the rear floor console pull downward on the lid Center Console Storage Area Your vehicle may have a console compartment with cupholders between the bucket seats To open it press the button and lift the console lid open The rear of the console has a cupholder th...

Page 191: ...eavy objects are placed on the roof cut a piece of 3 8 inch plywood to fit inside the crossrails and siderails to spread the load Tie the plywood to the siderail supports Tie the load to the crossrails or the siderail supports Use the crossrails only to keep the load from sliding To move a crossrail lift the release lever on both sides of the rail up to loosen it Slide the crossrail to the desired...

Page 192: ...ess the cupholders Cargo Cover CAUTION An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver You or others could be injured If you remove the cover always store it in the proper storage location When you put it back always be sure that it is securely reattached If your vehicle has a cargo cover you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of yo...

Page 193: ...ut the cover in the vehicle do the following 1 Make sure the cover slot in the holder faces rearward with the round surface facing down 2 Then hold the cover at an angle and place the cover end cap into the slot in the passenger s side trim panel 3 Move the other end of the cover forward and hold it next to the driver s side trim panel slot 4 Press the end caps in this will allow the cover to fit ...

Page 194: ...lower horizontal guides together The system has three rollers on each side The system has a release lever located in the center of the grab handle This will engage and disengage a locator pin This is used in adjusting and positioning the system The cargo management system can be positioned on the upper or lower horizontal guides To adjust the system from the upper position to the lower position do...

Page 195: ... rear of the system and raise the front rollers up the vertical curved guides 5 Push the system forward until all three sets of rollers are resting on the guides and release the lever to engage the locating pin into the hole To utilize the cargo management system as a table feature squeeze the release lever and pull the system towards you until the locator pin reaches the next hole The system will...

Page 196: ... the storage system stationary and allow it to stay upright Inside the system are two removable dividers To remove unhook the loops at the ends of each divider When not in use slide the hinge covers back and the storage system will fold back down Press down on the storage cover to lock it into place To utilize the cupholders follow the procedure for removing the system from the vehicle 196 ...

Page 197: ...unroof press and hold the rear of the driver s side switch until the sunroof reaches the desired position To close the sunroof press and hold the front of the driver s side switch until the sunroof reaches the desired position The sunshade will open automatically with the sunroof but can also be opened manually The sunroof has a comfort stop feature which stops the sunroof from opening to the full...

Page 198: ...when the sunroof is closed Vent The sunroof has an express vent open feature From the closed position press the rear of the passenger s side switch to vent the sunroof To stop the sunroof partway press the switch a second time To close the sunroof press and hold the front of the passenger s side switch To stop the sunroof partway release the switch Anti Pinch Feature If an object is in the path of...

Page 199: ...atic Headlamp System 217 Fog Lamps 218 Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp 218 Instrument Panel Brightness 219 Dome Lamps 219 Dome Lamp Override 219 Entry Lighting 220 Exit Lighting 220 Reading Lamps 220 Electric Power Management 220 Battery Run Down Protection 221 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA 222 Accessory Power Outlet s 225 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 227 Climate Controls 227 Climate Control ...

Page 200: ...ing Light 251 StabiliTrak Indicator Light 252 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 252 Tire Pressure Light 253 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 253 Oil Pressure Gage 256 Oil Pressure Light 257 Security Light 258 Fog Lamp Light 258 Cruise Control Light 258 Highbeam On Light 259 Tow Haul Mode Light 259 Fuel Gage 259 Low Fuel Warning Light 260 Driver Information Center DIC 260 DIC Operation and Displays With DI...

Page 201: ... an MP3 Radio with CD or Six Disc CD Player 321 Using an MP3 Radio with CD and DVD Player 327 XM Radio Messages 335 Navigation Radio System 337 Rear Seat Entertainment System 337 Rear Seat Audio RSA 348 Theft Deterrent Feature 350 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 351 Radio Reception 352 Care of Your CDs and DVDs 353 Care of the CD and DVD Player 353 Rear Side Window Antenna 354 XM Satellite Radio Ant...

Page 202: ...Instrument Panel Overview United States version shown Canada similar 202 ...

Page 203: ...tons See Cruise Control on page 211 M Tilt Wheel Lever See Tilt Wheel on page 204 N Horn See Horn on page 204 O Audio Steering Wheel Controls See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 351 P Climate Controls See Climate Control System on page 227 or Dual Automatic Climate Controls If Equipped See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 231 Q Accessory Power Outlets See Accessory Power Outlet ...

Page 204: ...e button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Horn To sound the horn press the center pad on the steering wheel Ti...

Page 205: ...ase 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 206 53 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 207 Flash to Pass See Flash to Pass on page 207 N Windshield Wipers See Windshield Wipers on page 207...

Page 206: ...ng the turn signal lever for more 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...

Page 207: ...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 208: ...eed 1 High Speed Turn the band further to the second solid band past the delay settings for high speed wiping Rainsense II Wipers If your vehicle has Rainsense II windshield wipers the moisture sensor is located next to the inside rearview mirror and is mounted on the windshield When active these sensors are able to detect moisture on the windshield and automatically turn on the wipers To turn on ...

Page 209: ... when going through an automatic car wash Windshield Washer CAUTION In freezing weather do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision L Washer Fluid There is a paddle marked with the windshield washer symbol at the top of the multifunction lever To spray washer fluid on the windshield push the paddle The wipers ...

Page 210: ...ave been completed When the heated windshield washer fluid system is activated under certain outside temperature conditions steam may flow out of the washer nozzles for a short period of time before washer fluid is sprayed This is a normal condition Rear Window Wiper Washer CAUTION In freezing weather do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on ...

Page 211: ...parked position and stop Cruise Control CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed So do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads With ...

Page 212: ...ttons are located on left side of the steering wheel T On Off This button can both activate and turn off the system The indicator light on the button turns on when cruise control is on and turns off when cruise control is off RES Resume Accelerate Press this button to make the vehicle accelerate or resume to a previously set speed SET Set Coast Press this button to set the speed or make the vehicl...

Page 213: ... speed 3 Press the SET button located on the steering wheel and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This shuts off the cruise control But you do not need to reset it Once you are driving about 25 mph 40 km h or more press the RES button on your steering wheel The vehicle will go bac...

Page 214: ...ills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle s speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep the vehicle s speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this...

Page 215: ...matic Turn the control to this position to automatically turn on the headlamps at normal brightness together with the following Parking Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Taillamps License Plate Lamps Parking Lamps Turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps together with the following Instrument Panel Lights Taillamps License Plate Lamps 2 Headlamps Turn the control to this position...

Page 216: ...nset Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system will come on when the following conditions are met The ignition is on The exterior lamps control is in AUTO The transmission is not in PARK P The light sensor determines it is daytime When the DRL are on only your DRL lamps will be on The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps will not be on ...

Page 217: ... in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the Daytime Running Lamps DRL and the automatic headlamp systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only be affected when the light sensor detects a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay If you start your vehicle in a dark ga...

Page 218: ...istracting to oncoming drivers in clear weather conditions Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp If your vehicle has this feature this button includes wiring provisions for a dealer or a qualified service center to install an auxiliary roof lamp This button is located on the overhead console When the wiring is connected t...

Page 219: ...b clockwise to return the instrument panel cluster or radio display to full brightness when the headlamps or parking lamps are on To turn on the dome lamps turn the knob to the farthest clockwise position Dome Lamps The dome lamps come on when a door is opened The dome lamps can also be turned on by turning the knob located next to the exterior lamps control clockwise to the farthest position In t...

Page 220: ...p To turn them off press the button again Your vehicle may also have reading lamps in other locations To turn the lamps on or off press the button located next to the lamp The lamps are fixed and cannot be adjusted Electric Power Management The vehicle has Electric Power Management EPM that estimates the battery s temperature and state of charge It then adjusts the voltage for best performance and...

Page 221: ... the vehicle s electrical needs It can increase engine idle speed to generate more power whenever needed It can temporarily reduce the power demands of some accessories Normally these actions occur in steps or levels without being noticeable In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action this action may be noticeable to the driver If so a Driver Information Center DIC message might be di...

Page 222: ...termine how close these objects are from your bumper within this area CAUTION The Ultrasonic Rear Park Assist URPA system does not replace driver vision URPA does not Operate above speeds of 5 mph 8 km h Detect objects more than 8 feet 2 5 meters behind the vehicle This distance may be less during warmer or humid weather Detect objects that are below the bumper underneath the vehicle or that are v...

Page 223: ... URPA is off The red light in the URPA display will also be lit if the vehicle is in REVERSE R If the vehicle has a Driver Information Center DIC PARKING ASSIST OFF will display on the screen URPA automatically turns back on each time the vehicle is started How the System Works When the shift lever is moved into REVERSE R the rear display will briefly come on to let you know the display is operati...

Page 224: ...mber amber red will flash When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly If the URPA system will not activate due to a temporary condition the message PARKING ASSIST OFF will be displayed on the DIC screen and a red light will come on the URPA display when the shift lever is moved into REVERSE R This occurs under the following conditions The driver disables the system The parking brake pedal is de...

Page 225: ...e indicator light will flash for 3 seconds and then stay lit to indicate that URPA is off As always drivers should use care when backing up a vehicle Always look behind you being sure to check for other vehicles obstructions and blind spots For Driver Information Center messages related to URPA see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 270 If the vehicle bumper is damaged the URPA system may not work ...

Page 226: ...t and could result in blown adapter or vehicle 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 damage it or keep other components from working as they should The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes Check ...

Page 227: ...e cigarette lighter push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating does not let the lighter back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from overheating can 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 C...

Page 228: ...selected when in Floor Mode The right knob can also be used to select defog or defrost mode For more information see Defogging and Defrosting later in this section By positioning the right knob between two modes a combination of those two modes is selected The air conditioning compressor will be on unless the outside temperature is close to freezing 9 Fan Turn the left knob clockwise or counterclo...

Page 229: ...ase the temperature on the driver s side or the passenger side of the vehicle for the dual zone system Air Conditioning Press this button on the left knob to turn the air conditioning system on or off When A C is pressed an indicator light will come on to let you know that the air conditioning has been activated On hot days open the windows to let hot inside air escape then close them This helps t...

Page 230: ... will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is close to freezing Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window Rear Window Defogger Press this button on the right knob to turn on the rear window defogger The system will automatically turn off several minutes af...

Page 231: ...r s side temperature buttons are used to adjust the temperature of the air coming through the system on the driver s side The temperature can be adjusted even if the system is turned off This is possible since outside air will always flow through the system as the vehicle is moving forward unless it is set to recirculation mode See Recirculation later in this section Press the or buttons to increa...

Page 232: ... setting the indicator on the PASS button will illuminate and both the driver s side and passenger s side temperature displays will be shown Automatic Operation AUTO Automatic When automatic operation is active the system will control the inside temperature the air delivery and the fan speed Use the steps below to place the entire system in automatic mode 1 Press the AUTO button When AUTO is selec...

Page 233: ... 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 and change the fan to a selected speed O On Off Press this button to turn off the climate control system Outside air will stil...

Page 234: ...air delivery mode without turning the system on Pressing one of these buttons when in automatic control will place the mode under manual control The air delivery mode setting will be displayed and the AUTO light will turn off The fan will remain under automatic control H Vent This setting will deliver air to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level This mode directs half of the air to the instrument ...

Page 235: ...turning off the engine Air Conditioning Air Conditioning Press this button to turn the air conditioning A C compressor on and off When air conditioning is selected an indicator light will come on to let you know that the air conditioning has been activated Pressing this button when the outside temperature is too cool for air conditioning will make the air conditioning indicator flash three times a...

Page 236: ...ated in the headliner above the driver side seat and in the headliner above the second row seats measure the temperature of the air inside your vehicle There is also an exterior temperature sensor located behind the front grille This sensor reads the outside air temperature and helps maintain the temperature inside the vehicle Any cover on the front of the vehicle could cause a false reading in th...

Page 237: ...conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is close to freezing The recirculation mode cannot be selected while in the defog mode Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear 0 Defrost Press this button to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly This mode directs a portion of the air to the windshield and side window vents and some to the floor vents In this mo...

Page 238: ...ep the hood and front air inlets free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows When you enter a vehicle in cold weather press the fan up button to the maximum fan level before driving This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside o...

Page 239: ...n the rear system and the indicator off If the rear controls are adjusted the system will enter a rear independent mode Airflow in the rear will then be directed according to the settings of rear controls The rear system can be turned off by pressing the AUX button on the front climate control system and the indicator will turn off Fan Knob Turn the left knob clockwise or counterclockwise to incre...

Page 240: ...ioning controls are integrated with the rear seat audio controls located in the center console The system can be controlled from the front controls as well as the rear controls To turn the system on press the AUX button on the front climate control system an indicator will be lit Pressing the AUX button the first time will turn the rear system on in a mimic mode In this mode the airflow in the rea...

Page 241: ...easing or increasing The display will only indicate climate control functions when the system is in rear independent mode Manual Operation y9 z Fan The fan buttons on the rear seat audio control panel allows you to manually adjust the fan speed To decrease airflow press the button with the fan and down arrow symbol Pressing the fan up button when the system is off will turn the system on The air d...

Page 242: ...re may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As the details show on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they are working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning...

Page 243: ...designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going about how much fuel you have and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically United States version shown Canada similar 243 ...

Page 244: ...ximately one second while the trip odometer is displayed will reset it To display the odometer reading with the ignition off press the reset button Tachometer Your tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a chime will sound for several seconds to remind people to buckle their safety belts The driver safety ...

Page 245: ...y belt is buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel 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 diag...

Page 246: ...you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Your vehicle has the passenger sensing system Your overhead console has a passenger airbag status indicator When the ignition key is turned to RUN or START the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF or the symbol ...

Page 247: ...el on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not de...

Page 248: ...e on briefly when you turn on the ignition but the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working It should go out once the engine is running If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the charging system It could indicate that you have problems with the generator the generator drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving...

Page 249: ... at engine idle As engine speeds are increased this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create full power If there is a problem with the battery charging system this light will come on or the SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM DIC message will display See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 270 and Charging System Light on page 248 for more information B...

Page 250: ...rake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident If the light is still on after you have pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push or may go closer to the floor It may take longer to...

Page 251: ...If the regular brake system warning light is not on you still have brakes but you do not have ABS If the regular brake system warning light is also on you do not have ABS and there is a problem with your regular brakes In addition to both lights you will also hear a chime sound on the first occurrence of a problem and each time the vehicle is shut off and then restarted See Brake System Warning Li...

Page 252: ...active If the StabiliTrak system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your vehicle needs service See StabiliTrak System on page 363 for more information 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...

Page 253: ...ith the Tire Pressure Monitor system See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 516 for more information Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle has a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life o...

Page 254: ... See Accessories and Modifications on page 444 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 come on during a malfunction in one of two ways Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission c...

Page 255: ...st drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 447 Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as d...

Page 256: ...y or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness your dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection Oil Pressure Gage The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil...

Page 257: ...e the engine The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil Oil Pressure Light This light will come on briefly when you start your engine 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 ...

Page 258: ...ht have some other system problem Security Light This light flashes when the vehicle security system is activated Fog Lamp Light The fog lamp light will come on when the fog lamps are in use The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned off See Fog Lamps on page 218 for more information Cruise Control Light This light comes on whenever you set the cruise control The light goes out when the c...

Page 259: ...ing a Trailer on page 422 and Tow Haul Mode on page 149 Fuel Gage The fuel gage when the ignition is on 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 in the Driver Information Center DIC See DIC Warnings and Messa...

Page 260: ...o be a FUEL LEVEL LOW message on the Driver Information Center see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 270 for more information When you add fuel this light and message should go off If it does not have your vehicle serviced Driver Information Center DIC Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center DIC The DIC displays information about your vehicle It also displays warning messages if a system prob...

Page 261: ...m is detected The DIC also allows some features to be customized See DIC Vehicle Customization With DIC Buttons on page 280 for more information If your vehicle has DIC buttons you can also use the trip odometer reset stem to view some of the DIC displays See DIC Operation and Displays Without DIC Buttons later in this section DIC Buttons The buttons are the trip fuel vehicle information customiza...

Page 262: ...ehicle has been driven in either miles mi or kilometers km Pressing the trip odometer reset stem will also display the odometer To switch between English and metric measurements see Units later in this section Trip Odometer Press the trip fuel button until TRIP displays This display shows the current distance traveled in either miles mi or kilometers km since the last reset for the trip odometer P...

Page 263: ...ate number of remaining miles mi or kilometers km the vehicle can be driven without refueling The display will show LOW if the fuel level is low The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle s fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank This estimate will change if driving conditions change For example if driving in traffic and making ...

Page 264: ...reset button while TIMER is displayed Transmission Temperature Press the trip fuel button until TRANS TEMP displays This display shows the temperature of the automatic transmission fluid in either degrees Fahrenheit F or degrees Celsius C Instantaneous Economy and Active Fuel Management Indicator If your vehicle has this display press the trip fuel button until INST ECONOMY V8 MODE displays This d...

Page 265: ...aintenance on page 579 for more information Remember you must reset the OIL LIFE display yourself after each oil change It will not reset itself Also be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change To reset the engine oil life system see Engine Oil Life System on page 462 Uni...

Page 266: ...e positions see Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 516 See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 521 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 270 for more information Relearn Remote Key This display allows you to match Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitters to your vehicle To match an RKE transmitter to your vehicle do the following 1 Press the vehicle information button until PRESS V TO RELEARN REMO...

Page 267: ...he following displays odometer engine hours trip odometer oil life Tire Pressure Monitor TPM system programming for vehicles with a TPM system Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter programming and display language If your vehicle has DIC buttons you can use the trip odometer reset stem to view the following displays odometer engine hours trip odometer and display language Trip Odometer Reset Stem M...

Page 268: ...t turned on and the vehicle was moving Once the vehicle begins moving the trip odometer will accumulate mileage For example if the vehicle was driven 5 miles 8 km before it is started again and then the retro active reset feature is activated the display will show 5 miles 8 km As the vehicle begins moving the display will then increase to 5 1 miles 8 2 km 5 2 miles 8 4 km etc If the retro active r...

Page 269: ...oil change To reset the engine oil life system see Engine Oil Life System on page 462 Relearn Tire Positions To access this display the vehicle must be in PARK P If your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor TPM system after rotating the tires or after replacing a tire or sensor the system must re learn the tire positions To re learn the tire positions see Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 516 Se...

Page 270: ...lay press and hold the trip odometer reset stem for three seconds until the currently set language displays 3 Continue to press and hold the trip odometer reset stem to scroll through all of the available languages The available languages are ENGLISH default FRANCAIS French ESPANOL Spanish and NO CHANGE 4 Once the desired language is displayed release the trip odometer reset stem to set your choic...

Page 271: ...CHECK TIRE PRESSURE If your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor TPM system this message displays when the pressure in one or more of the vehicle s tires need to be checked This message also displays LEFT FRONT RIGHT FRONT LEFT REAR or RIGHT REAR to indicate which tire needs to be checked You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time To read the other messages that may have been sen...

Page 272: ...to the engine ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL If your vehicle has an oil level sensor this message displays if the oil level in the vehicle is low Check the oil level and correct it as necessary You may need to let the vehicle cool or warm up and cycle the ignition to be sure this message clears This message clears itself after 10 seconds until the next ignition cycle See Engine Oil on page 459 for additio...

Page 273: ...erheating on page 473 for further information This message also displays when the vehicle s engine power is reduced Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle s ability to accelerate If this message is on but there is no reduction in performance proceed to your destination The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while this me...

Page 274: ...k the oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced by your dealer See Engine Oil on page 459 PARK ASSIST OFF If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA system after the vehicle has been started this message displays to remind the driver that the URPA system has been turned off Press the set reset button or the trip odometer reset stem to acknowledge this message and clea...

Page 275: ...e displays and a chime sounds if the passenger s side rear door is not fully closed and the vehicle is in a drive gear Stop and turn off the vehicle check the door for obstructions and close the door again Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE This message displays if a problem occurs with the four wheel drive system If this message appears stop as soon as poss...

Page 276: ...he vehicle Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display If the message is still displayed or appears again when you begin driving the brake system needs service as soon as possible See your dealer SERVICE BRAKES SOON This message displays if there is a problem with the brake system If this message appears stop as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle Restart the vehicle and...

Page 277: ... system The vehicle may or may not restart so you may want to take the vehicle to your dealer before turning off the engine See PASS Key III Operation on page 137 for more information SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM If your vehicle has the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM system this message displays if a part on the system is not working properly If you drive your vehicle while any of the four sensors are m...

Page 278: ... also displays if the brake system warning light is on See Brake System Warning Light on page 249 The message could display if the stability system takes longer than usual to complete its diagnostic checks due to driving conditions The message displays if an engine or vehicle related problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service See your dealer The message also displays if the vehicle is...

Page 279: ...ned off Adjust your driving accordingly See StabiliTrak System on page 363 for more information TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE Notice If you drive your vehicle while the transmission fluid is overheating and the transmission temperature warning is displayed on the instrument panel cluster and or DIC you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered by your w...

Page 280: ...red setting Customization features can only be programmed to one setting on the vehicle and cannot be programmed to a preferred setting for two different drivers All of the customization options may not be available on your vehicle Only the options available will be displayed on your DIC The default settings for the customization features were set when your vehicle left the factory but may have be...

Page 281: ...s ENGLISH default All messages will appear in English FRANCAIS All messages will appear in French ESPANOL All messages will appear in Spanish NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain Choose one of the available settings and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it You can also change the language by pressing the trip odometer ...

Page 282: ...tton until AUTO DOOR UNLOCK appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings OFF None of the doors will automatically unlock DRIVER AT KEY OUT Only the driver s door will unlock when the key is taken out of the ignition DRIVER IN PARK Only the driver s door will unlock whe...

Page 283: ...hen you press the lock button on the RKE transmitter HORN ONLY The horn will sound on the second press of the lock button on the RKE transmitter HORN LIGHTS default The exterior lamps will flash when you press the lock button on the RKE transmitter and the horn will sound when the lock button is pressed again within five seconds of the previous command NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feat...

Page 284: ...d When locking the doors and liftgate with the power door lock switch or the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter and a door or the liftgate is open this feature will delay locking the doors and liftgate until five seconds after the last door is closed You will hear three chimes to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use The key must be out of the ignition for this feature to work You ca...

Page 285: ...ll stay on for one minute 2 MINUTES The exterior lamps will stay on for two minutes NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain Choose one of the available settings and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it APPROACH LIGHTING This feature allows you to select whether or not to have the exterior lights turn on briefly during low...

Page 286: ... to a normal level LOUD The chime volume will be set to a loud level NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain Choose one of the available settings and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it PARK TILT MIRRORS If your vehicle has this feature it allows you to select whether or not the outside mirror s will automatically tilt d...

Page 287: ...gs for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings OFF default No automatic seat exit recall will occur ON The driver s seat will move back when the key is removed from the ignition The automatic easy exit seat movement will only occur one time after the key is removed from the ignition If the automatic movement has already occurred and you put the key...

Page 288: ...l be made to this feature The current setting will remain Choose one of the available settings and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it REMOTE START If your vehicle has this feature it allows you to turn the remote start off or on The remote start feature allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle using your Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter S...

Page 289: ...able settings and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS This feature allows you to exit the feature settings menu Press the customization button until PRESS V TO EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS appears in the DIC display Press the set reset button once to exit the menu If you do not exit pressing the customization button again will return you to the b...

Page 290: ...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 291: ... the operation of your vehicle s engine radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems can interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 141 for more information Setting the Ti...

Page 292: ...on located under the desired option 3 Press the clock button again to apply the selected default or let the screen time out Setting the Time MP3 Radio with a CD and DVD Player If your vehicle has a radio with a single CD and DVD player the radio has a clock button for setting the time and date To set the time and date follow these instructions 1 Press the clock button and the HR MIN MM DD YYYY hou...

Page 293: ... a Six Disc CD Player If your vehicle has a radio with a six disc CD player the radio has a MENU button instead of the clock button to set the time and date To set the time and date follow these instructions 1 Press the MENU button Once the clock option displays press the pushbutton located under that label The HR MIN MM DD YYYY hour minute month day and year displays 2 Press the pushbutton locate...

Page 294: ... the MENU button Once the clock option displays press the pushbutton located under the forward arrow that is currently displayed on the radio screen until the 12H hour and 24H hour and the date MM DD month and day and DD MM day and month displays 2 Press the pushbutton located under the desired option 3 Press the MENU button again to apply the selected default or let the screen time out Radio with...

Page 295: ...s required in order to receive the XM service For more information contact XM In the U S at www xmradio com or call 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 or in Canada at www xmradio ca or call 1 877 GET XMSR 438 9677 Playing the Radio O Power Volume Press this knob to turn the system on and off Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume Speed Compensated Volume SCV The radio has...

Page 296: ...ellite Radio Service MP3 and RDS Features Press the information button to display additional text information related to the current FM RDS or XM station or MP3 song A choice of additional information such as Channel Song Artist and CAT category might appear Continue pressing the information button to highlight the desired label or press the pushbutton positioned under any one of the labels and th...

Page 297: ...ne of the six pushbuttons until a beep sounds Whenever that pushbutton is pressed and released the station that was set returns 4 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton radio station you want stored as a favorite The number of favorites pages can be setup using the MENU button To setup the number of favorites pages perform the following steps 1 Press the MENU button to display the radio setup menu 2...

Page 298: ...ust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position press the tune knob for more than two seconds until a beep sounds EQ Equalization Press this button to choose bass and treble equalization settings designed for different types of music The choices are pop rock country talk jazz and classical Selecting MANUAL or changing bass or treble returns the EQ to the manual bass and treble settings Un...

Page 299: ...d category name displays 2 Press either of the two buttons below the desired category label to immediately tune to the first XM station associated with that category 3 Turn the tune knob press the buttons below the right or left arrows displayed or press the right or left SEEK buttons to go to the next or previous XM station within the selected category 4 To exit the category search mode press the...

Page 300: ...cannot be corrected contact your dealer Radio Messages for XM Only See XM Radio Messages on page 335 later in this section for further detail Playing a CD Single CD Player Insert a CD partway into the slot label side up The player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing Playing a CD s Six Disc CD Player LOAD Press this button to load CDs into the CD player This CD player holds up to six CDs To...

Page 301: ...n 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 page 353 for more information If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Notice I...

Page 302: ...ward or forward through the tracks on the CD s REV Reverse Press and hold this button to reverse playback quickly within a track Sound is heard at a reduced volume Release this pushbutton to resume playing the track The elapsed time of the track displays FWD Fast Forward Press and hold this button to advance playback quickly within a track Sound is heard at a reduced volume Release this button to ...

Page 303: ... button again and the system automatically searches for an auxiliary input device such as a portable audio player If a portable audio player is not connected No Input Device Found displays Playing an MP3 CD R or CD RW Disc If you have a radio with a single CD MP3 or a six disc CD MP3 player it is capable of playing an MP3 CD R or CD RW disc For more information on how to play an MP3 CD R or CD RW ...

Page 304: ...See Defensive Driving on page 356 for more information on driver distraction To use a portable audio player connect a 3 5 mm 1 8 inch cable to the radio s front auxiliary input jack When a device is connected press the radio CD AUX button to begin playing audio from the device over the vehicle speakers O Power Volume Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume o...

Page 305: ...under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Radio Data System RDS The audio system has a Radio Data System RDS The RDS feature is available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available While the radio ...

Page 306: ...urn the system on and off Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume Speed Compensated Volume SCV The radio has Speed Compensated Volume SCV While SCV is on the radio volume automatically adjusts to compensate for road and wind noise as driving speed changes That way the volume level should sound about the same as you drive To activate SCV 1 Set the radio volum...

Page 307: ...or MP3 song A choice of additional information such as Channel Song Artist and CAT category could appear Continue pressing the information button to highlight the desired label or press the pushbutton positioned under any one of the labels and the information about that label is displayed When information is not available No Info displays Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite Drivers are encourage...

Page 308: ...d page numbers 4 Press the FAV button or let the menu time out to return to the original main radio screen showing the radio station frequency labels and to begin the process of programming your favorites for the chosen amount of numbered pages Setting the Tone Bass Midrange Treble BASS MID TREB Bass Midrange or Treble To adjust bass midrange or treble press the tune knob until the tone control la...

Page 309: ...t balance or fade to the middle position press the pushbutton positioned under the BAL or FADE label for more than two seconds A beep sounds and the level adjusts to the middle position To quickly adjust both the balance and fade to the middle position at one time press the tune knob for more than two seconds until a beep sounds If the Rear Seat Audio RSA is turned on the radio disables FADE and m...

Page 310: ...isplays 5 Repeat the steps to remove more categories Removed categories can be restored by pressing the pushbutton under the Add label when a removed category displays or by pressing the pushbutton under the Restore All label Categories cannot be removed or added while the vehicle is moving faster than 5 mph 8 km h Radio Messages Calibration Error The audio system has been calibrated for your vehi...

Page 311: ... can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner If playing a CD R the sound quality can be reduced due to CD R quality the method of recording the quality of the music that has been recorded and the way the CD R has been handled There can be an increase in skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in lo...

Page 312: ...ject Z DVD Eject Press and release the DVD eject button to eject the CD that is currently playing in the top slot A beep sounds and Ejecting Disc displays Once the disc is ejected Remove Disc displays The CD can be removed If the CD is not removed after several seconds the CD automatically pulls back into the player If loading and reading of a CD cannot be completed such as unknown format etc and ...

Page 313: ...r future listening or for viewing entertainment DVD CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to cycle through DVD CD or Auxiliary when listening to the radio The DVD CD text label and a message showing the track or chapter number displays when a disc is in either slot Press this button again and the system automatically searches for an auxiliary input device such as a portable audio player If a portable...

Page 314: ...kers See Using the Auxiliary Input Jack s later in this section or Audio Video A V Jacks under Rear Seat Entertainment System on page 337 for more information Playing an MP3 WMA CD R or CD RW Disc A radio with CD and DVD has the capability of playing an MP3 WMA CD R or CD RW disc For more information on how to play an MP3 WMA CD R or CD RW disc see Using an MP3 in the index CD Messages If these me...

Page 315: ... R CD RW DVD Video DVD Audio DVD R RW DVD R RW media along with MP3 and WMA formats If an error message appears on the video screen or the radio see DVD Display Error Messages under Rear Seat Entertainment System on page 337 and DVD Radio Error Messages in this section for more information Playing a DVD DVD CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to cycle through DVD CD or Auxiliary when listening to t...

Page 316: ...ormation given earlier in this section specific to the radio CD and the DVD Also see Setting the Time in the index for setting the clock and date SEEK Previous Track Chapter Press this button to return to the start of the current track or chapter Press this button again to go to the previous track or chapter This button might not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previe...

Page 317: ...age 337 for more information The Video Screen automatically turns on when the DVD V is inserted into the DVD slot r j Play Pause Press either the play or pause icon displays on the radio system to toggle between pausing or restarting playback of a DVD If the forward arrow is showing on display the system is in pause mode If the pause icon is showing on display the system is in playback mode If the...

Page 318: ...menus and controls through the remote control See Remote Control under Rear Seat Entertainment System on page 337 for more information The Video Screen does not automatically power on when the DVD A is inserted into the DVD slot It must be manually turned on by the rear seat occupant through the remote control power button r j Play Pause Press either the play or pause icon displays on the radio sy...

Page 319: ...urced to something other than DVD V press the DVD CD AUX button to make DVD V the active source To resume DVD playback press the play pause button on the remote control or press the pushbutton located under the play pause symbol tag displayed on the radio The DVD should resume play from where it last stopped if the disc has not been ejected and the stop button has not been pressed twice on the rem...

Page 320: ...stening Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device while the vehicle is in PARK P See Defensive Driving on page 356 for more information on driver distraction To use a portable audio player connect a 1 8 inch 3 5 mm cable to the radio s front auxiliary input jack While a device is connected the radio automatically begins playing audio from the device over the vehicle speakers To listen ...

Page 321: ...ary if available See Using the Auxiliary Input Jack s later in this section or Audio Video A V Jacks under Rear Seat Entertainment System on page 337 for more information Using an MP3 Radio with CD or Six Disc CD Player MP3 WMA CD R or CD RW Disc The radio plays MP3 WMA files that were recorded on a CD R or CD RW disc The files can be recorded with the following fixed bit rates 32 kbps 40 kbps 56 ...

Page 322: ...e length of the file folder or playlist names Long file folder or playlist names or a combination of a large number of files and folders or playlists can cause the player to be unable to play up to the maximum number of files folders playlists or sessions If you wish to play a large number of files folders playlists or sessions minimize the length of the file folder or playlist name Long names als...

Page 323: ... display No Folder When the CD R or CD RW contains only compressed files the files are located under the root folder The next and previous folder function does not display on a CD R or CD RW that was recorded without folders or playlists When the CD R or CD RW contains only playlists and compressed audio files but no folders all files are located under the root folder The folder down and the folde...

Page 324: ...artway into the slot Single CD Player or press the load button and wait for the message to insert disc Six Disc CD Player label side up The player pulls it in and the CD R or CD RW should begin playing If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD R or CD RW in the player it stays in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD R or CD RW starts to play where it stopped if it was t...

Page 325: ...lease this button A beep sounds and Ejecting Disc displays Once the disc is ejected Remove Disc displays The CD R or CD RW can be removed If the CD R or CD RW is not removed after several seconds the CD R or CD RW automatically pulls back into the player and begins playing For the Six Disc CD player press and hold the eject button for two seconds to eject all discs f Tune Turn this knob to select ...

Page 326: ...andomize All Discs displays Press the same pushbutton again to turn off random play h Music Navigator Use the music navigator feature to play MP3 WMA files on the CD R or CD RW in order by artist or album Press the pushbutton located below the music navigator label The player scans the disc to sort the files by artist and album ID3 tag information It might take several minutes to scan the disc dep...

Page 327: ... a CD when listening to the radio The CD icon and a message showing disc and or track number displays when a CD is in the player Press this button again and the system automatically searches for an auxiliary input device such as a portable audio player If a portable audio player is not connected No Input Device Found displays Using an MP3 Radio with CD and DVD Player MP3 WMA CD R or CD RW Disc Com...

Page 328: ...older or playlist names Long file folder or playlist names or a combination of a large number of files and folders or playlists can cause the player to be unable to play up to the maximum number of files folders playlists or sessions If you wish to play a large number of files folders playlists or sessions minimize the length of the file folder or playlist name Long names also take up more space o...

Page 329: ...ocated under the root folder The folder down and the folder up buttons search playlists Px first and then goes to the root folder When the radio displays the name of the folder the radio displays ROOT Order of Play Tracks recorded to the CD R or CD RW are played in the following order Play begins from the first track in the first playlist and continues sequentially through all tracks in each playl...

Page 330: ...D or CD Slot Insert a CD R or CD RW partway into either the top or bottom slot label side up The player pulls it in and the CD R or CD RW should begin playing Depending on the format of the disc a softkey menu appears and allows navigation of the disc The menu reads left to right as RDM Randomize song play order a Folder icon with left and right arrows to move up or down through available folders ...

Page 331: ... damaged While using the CD player use only CDs in good condition without any label load one CD at a time and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris Do not add any label to a CD It could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen If ...

Page 332: ...ss than five seconds have played the previous MP3 WMA file plays Press the right SEEK arrow to go to the next MP3 WMA file If either the left or right SEEK arrow is held or pressed multiple times the player continues moving backward or forward through the MP3 WMA files on the CD Sc Previous Folder Press the pushbutton positioned under the Folder label to go to the first track in the previous folde...

Page 333: ... while it is scanning the disc in the background When the scan is finished the CD R or CD RW begins playing again Once the disc has been scanned the player defaults to playing MP3 WMA files in order by artist The current artist playing is shown on the second line of the display between the arrows If you want to listen to MP3 WMA files by another artist press the pushbutton located below either arr...

Page 334: ...t device such as a portable audio player If a portable audio player is not connected No Aux Input Device displays If a disc is in both the DVD slot and the CD slot the DVD CD AUX button cycles between the two sources and not indicate No Aux Input Device If a front auxiliary device is connected the DVD CD AUX button cycles through all available options such as DVD slot CD slot Front Auxiliary and R...

Page 335: ...o action is needed This message should disappear shortly Channel Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel Channel Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned Tune to another station If this station was one of the presets choose another station for that preset button No Artist Info Artist Name Feat...

Page 336: ...ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message alternates with the XM Radio eight digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate the service Unknown Radio ID not known should only be if hardware failure If this message is received when tuned to channel 0 there could be a receiver fault Consult with your dealer retailer Check XM Receivr Hardware failure If this message does n...

Page 337: ...audio DVD system Before You Drive The RSE is designed for rear seat passengers only The driver cannot safely view the video screen while driving and should not try to do so In severe or extreme weather conditions the RSE system may or may not work until the temperature is within the operating range The operating range for the RSE system is above 4 F 20 C or below 140 F 60 C If the temperature of y...

Page 338: ...before Parental Control was turned on and if the padlock icon is on the display it disappears Parental Control is also turned off by inserting or ejecting a disc by pressing the play icon on the radio DVD display menu or when the ignition is turned off Headphones The RSE includes two 2 channel wireless headphones that are dedicated to this system These headphones are used to listen to media such a...

Page 339: ...rns off after four hours of continuous use To adjust the volume on the headphones use the volume control located on the right side For optimal audio performance the headphones must be worn correctly The symbol L Left appears on the upper left side above the ear pad and should be positioned on the left ear The symbol R Right appears on the upper right side above the ear pad and should be positioned...

Page 340: ...move the batteries and keep them in a cool dry place Audio Video A V Jacks The A V jacks located on the rear of the floor console allow audio or video signals to be connected from an auxiliary device such as a camcorder or a video game unit to the RSE system Adapter connectors or cables may be required to connect the auxiliary device to the A V jacks Refer to the manufacturer s instructions for pr...

Page 341: ...ture do the following 1 Press the display menu button on the remote control 2 Use the remote control menu navigation arrows and the enter button to use the setup menu 3 Press the display menu button again to remove the setup menu from the screen Audio Output Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs may be heard through the following possible sources Wireless Headphones Vehicle Speakers Vehicl...

Page 342: ...ated on the RSE overhead console 2 Turn the screen to the desired position When the video screen is not in use push it up into its locked position If a DVD is playing and the screen is raised to its locked position the screen remains on this is normal and the DVD continues to play through the previous audio source Use the remote control power button or eject the disc to turn off the screen The RSE...

Page 343: ... is in the Radio DVD slot the remote control power button can be used to turn on the video screen display and start the disc The radio can also turn on the video screen display See Radio with CD and DVD MP3 on page 305 for more information Notice Storing the remote control in a hot area or in direct sunlight can damage it and the repairs will not be covered by your warranty Keep the remote control...

Page 344: ...s only when the display menu or a DVD menu is active c Stop Press this button to stop playing rewinding or fast forwarding a DVD Press this button twice to return to the beginning of the DVD s Play Pause Press this button to start playing a DVD Press this button while a DVD is playing to pause it Press it again to continue playing the DVD When the DVD is playing depending on the radio you may be a...

Page 345: ...o Press this button to change audio tracks on DVDs that have this feature when the DVD is playing The format and content of this function varies for each disc Subtitles Press this button to turn ON OFF subtitles and to move through subtitle options when a DVD is playing The format and content of this function varies for each disc AUX Auxiliary Press this button to switch the system between the DVD...

Page 346: ...borders on the top and bottom or on both sides or it looks stretched out Check the display mode settings in the setup menu by pressing the display menu button on the remote control In auxiliary mode the picture moves or scrolls Check the auxiliary input connections at both devices The remote control does not work Check to make sure there is no obstruction between the remote control and the transmi...

Page 347: ...te and or the headphones See your dealer for assistance The DVD is playing but there is no picture or sound Check that the RSE video screen is sourced to the DVD player DVD Display Error Messages The DVD display error message depends on which radio you have The video screen may display one of the following Disc Load Eject Error This message is displayed when there are disc load or eject problems D...

Page 348: ... seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources radio CDs DVDs or other auxiliary sources However the rear seat passengers can only control the music sources the front seat passengers are not listening to except on some radios where dual control is allowed For example rear seat passengers can listen to and control a CD through the headphones while the driver listens to the radio...

Page 349: ...rear auxiliary Seek When listening to FM AM or XM if equipped press the seek up or the seek down arrow to go to the next or the previous station or channels and stay there This function is inactive with some radios if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio Press and hold the seek up or seek down arrow until the display flashes to tune to an individual station The display will stop fl...

Page 350: ...th some radios if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio When a CD or DVD audio is playing press this button to go to the beginning of the CD or DVD audio This function is inactive with some radios if the front seat passengers are listening to the disc When a disc audio is playing in the CD or DVD changer press this button to select the next disc if multiple discs are loaded This fun...

Page 351: ...peakers only The audio of the wireless and wired headphones if your vehicle has these features does not mute Press and release this button again to turn the sound on If your vehicle has the navigation system press and hold this button for longer than one second to initiate voice recognition See Voice Recognition in the Navigation System manual for more information If your vehicle has OnStar press ...

Page 352: ... and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet If there is interference or static unplug the item from the accessory power outlet AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other For better radio reception most AM radio stations boost the power levels during the day...

Page 353: ...nd away from direct sunlight and dust The CD player scans the bottom surface of the disc If the surface of a CD is damaged such as cracked broken or scratched the CD does not play properly or not at all If the surface of a CD is soiled take a soft lint free cloth or dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution mixed with water and clean it Make sure the wiping process starts from...

Page 354: ...ng radio reception Any damage caused to your antenna due to metallic tinting materials will not be covered by your warranty Because this antenna is built into your rear side window there is a reduced risk of damage caused by car washes and vandals If you choose to add an aftermarket cellular telephone to your vehicle and the antenna needs to be attached to the glass be sure that you do not damage ...

Page 355: ...riving in Rain and on Wet Roads 390 City Driving 393 Freeway Driving 394 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 396 Highway Hypnosis 397 Hill and Mountain Roads 398 Winter Driving 400 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 404 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 405 Recovery Hooks 406 Loading Your Vehicle 407 Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment 412 Towing 417 Towing Your Vehicle 417 Recreation...

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

Page 357: ...ates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do Ho...

Page 358: ... drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks The law in most U S states and throughout Canada sets the legal l...

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

Page 360: ...ne driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in three fourths of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66 feet 20 m That could be a lot of distance in an emergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important And of cou...

Page 361: ...s the Anti Lock Brake System ABS an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine and begin to drive away ABS will check itself You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on This is normal If there is a problem with ABS this warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light on page 251 Along with...

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

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

Page 364: ...f this clears the message s your vehicle does not need servicing If this does not clear the message s then turn the vehicle off wait 15 seconds and then turn it back on again to reset the system If any of these messages still appear on the Driver Information Center DIC your vehicle should be taken in for service For more information on the DIC messages see Driver Information Center DIC on page 260...

Page 365: ... the engine speed management system See Traction Control Operation next for more information When the traction control system has been turned off you may still hear system noises as a result of the brake traction control coming on It is recommended to leave the system on for normal driving conditions but it may be necessary to turn the system off if your vehicle is stuck in sand mud ice or snow an...

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

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

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

Page 369: ... edge Then turn the 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 occ...

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

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

Page 372: ...will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ...

Page 373: ...cia lower air dam is held in place by two bolts and 10 snap features The bolts and snap features are accessible from underneath the front fascia The following steps must be performed on the bolts and snap features to remove the air dam 1 Remove the two outboard air dam bolts 2 With a flat blade screwdriver push down on the snap features and disengage the snaps 3 After the bolts are removed and the...

Page 374: ...re the local laws that apply to off roading where you will be driving If you do not know you should check with law enforcement people in the area Will you be on someone s private land If so be sure to get the necessary permission Loading Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving CAUTION Cargo on the load floor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop You or your passenger...

Page 375: ...ronmental Concerns Off road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation However it also raises environmental concerns We recognize these concerns and urge every off roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment Always use established trails roads and areas that have been specially set aside for public off road recreational driving obey all posted regulations Avoid a...

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

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

Page 378: ...t 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 357 Driving on Off Road Hills Off road driving often takes you up down or across a hill Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what your vehicle can and cannot do There are ...

Page 379: ...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 380: ...go straight up Try to drive straight up the hill if at all possible If the path twists and turns you might want to find another route Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you are there Use your headlamps...

Page 381: ...has stopped running you will need to restart it With the brake pedal pressed and the parking brake still applied shift the transmission to PARK P and restart the engine Then shift to REVERSE R release the parking brake and slowly 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 ...

Page 382: ... down CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P This is because the NEUTRAL position on the transfer case overrides the transmission You or someone else could be injured If you are going to leave your vehicle set the parking brake and shift the transmission to PARK P But do not shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL Never attempt...

Page 383: ...n vehicle control What is the surface like Smooth Rough Slippery Hard packed dirt Gravel Are there hidden surface obstacles Ruts Logs Boulders What is at the bottom of the hill Is there a hidden creek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks If you decide you can go down a hill safely then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down and use a low gear This way engine drag can help your brake...

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

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

Page 386: ...on an Incline CAUTION Getting out on the downhill low side of a vehicle stopped across an incline is dangerous If the vehicle rolls over you could be crushed or killed Always get out on the uphill high side of the vehicle and stay well clear of the rollover path 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 ...

Page 387: ... or sand dunes your tires will tend to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering accelerating and braking Drive at a reduced speed and avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it is very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating And if you do get moving...

Page 388: ...nition system and your vehicle can 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 See Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads on page 390 for more information on driving through water After Off Road Driv...

Page 389: ...at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision For example if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night But if you are driv...

Page 390: ...in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as the headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and are not even aware of it Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble On a wet road y...

Page 391: ...r 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 the vehicle After driving through a large puddle ...

Page 392: ...t rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water Notice If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through the engine s air intake and badly damage the engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you cannot avoid deep puddles or standing water dri...

Page 393: ...cially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires on page 507 City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them You will want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals 393 ...

Page 394: ...time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 394 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways tu...

Page 395: ...n the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there is not another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reason...

Page 396: ...ps all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean Tires They are vitally important to a saf...

Page 397: ... not let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your vehicle s mirrors and instrument...

Page 398: ... Road Driving on page 372 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 the 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 d...

Page 399: ...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 400: ...e scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 400 ...

Page 401: ...freezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution StabiliTrak will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road But you can turn StabiliTrak off if you ever need to See StabiliTrak System on page 363 and If Your Vehicle is ...

Page 402: ...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 403: ...you 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 the 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 403 ...

Page 404: ...e Preserve 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 need to spin the wheels but you do not want to spin the wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you are s...

Page 405: ... High or Four Wheel Low Turn the StabiliTrak System off See StabiliTrak System on page 363 Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause...

Page 406: ...nd 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 are stuck off road and need to be pulled to some place where you can continue driving 406 ...

Page 407: ...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 408: ...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 409: ...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 2 409 ...

Page 410: ...positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Tire Label A vehicle specific Certification Tire label is 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 Ve...

Page 411: ...eavy load you should spread it out CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Notice Overloading yo...

Page 412: ...not leave a seat folded down unless you need to There is also important loading information for off road driving in this manual See Loading Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving under Off Road Driving on page 372 Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment Before installing a snow plow on your vehicle here are some things you will need to know Notice If your vehicle does not have the snow plow prep packag...

Page 413: ...ow plow The total weight of all occupants and cargo inside the cab should not exceed 300 lb 135 kg This means that you may only be able to carry one passenger But even this may be too much if you have got other equipment already adding to the weight of your vehicle Here are some guidelines for safely carrying a snow plow on your vehicle Make sure the weight on the front and rear axles does not exc...

Page 414: ...ed the GVW rating Q What is front axle reserve capacity and how do I calculate it A Front axle reserve capacity is the difference between your front Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR and the front axle weight of your vehicle with full fuel and passengers Basically it is the amount of weight you can add to your front axle before reaching your front GAWR The front axle reserve capacity for your vehicle ...

Page 415: ... front axle W B Vehicle Wheelbase For example adding a 700 lb 318 kg snow plow actually adds more than 700 lbs 318 kg to the front axle Using the formula if the snow plow is 4 ft 122 cm in front of the front axle and the wheel base is 10 ft 305 cm then W 700 lb 318 kg A 4 ft 122 cm W B 10 ft 305 cm W x A W B W B 700 x 4 10 10 980 lbs 445 kg So if your vehicle s front axle reserve capacity is more ...

Page 416: ...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 properly you could have a crash To help your brakes work properly when a snow plow is installed always follow the snow plow manufacturer or installer s recommendation for rear ballast to ensure a proper front and rear weight di...

Page 417: ...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 407 Emergency Roof Lamp Provisions Vehicles with the RPO VYU snow plow prep package also have an emergency roof lamp provision package RPO TRW Wiring for the emergency roof lamp is provided above the overhead ...

Page 418: ...er 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 towed See...

Page 419: ...s transfer case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P 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 N See Four Wheel Drive on page 150 for the proper procedure to select the NEUTRAL N position for your vehicle 6 Release the parking brake only aft...

Page 420: ...towed Two wheel drive vehicles can be towed on a dolly with the front wheels on the ground provided that the wheels are straight Four Wheel Drive Vehicles If your vehicle is equipped with StabiliTrak it is not designed to be dolly towed If you need to tow your vehicle see Dinghy Towing earlier in this section If your vehicle is not equipped with StabiliTrak use the following procedure to tow your ...

Page 421: ...ive light duty vehicles and comes as a part of the Autoride suspension if equipped This type of level control is fully automatic and will provide a better leveled riding position as well as better handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions An air compressor connected to the rear shocks will raise or lower the rear of the vehicle to maintain proper vehicle height The system is act...

Page 422: ... loaded or towing a trailer See Tow Haul Mode Light on page 259 for more information Towing a Trailer Do not tow a trailer during break in See New Vehicle Break In on page 139 for more information CAUTION If you do not use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and...

Page 423: ... trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control See Hitches later in this section Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 mi...

Page 424: ...feel when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load as when the vehicle is unloaded Improve control of vehicle speed while requiring less throttle pedal activity when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load Increase the charging system voltage to assist in recharging a battery installed in a trailer Press this button at the end of the shift lever to enable disable the tow haul mode...

Page 425: ...y trailer or a large or heavy load in busy parking lots where improved low speed control of the vehicle is desired Operating the vehicle in tow haul when lightly loaded or with no trailer at all will not cause damage However there is no benefit to the selection of Tow Haul when the vehicle is unloaded Such a selection when unloaded may result in unpleasant engine and transmission driving character...

Page 426: ...443 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 5300 V8 Extended Models 3 73 4 10 7 100 lbs 3 220 kg 8 100 lbs 3 674 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 6000 V8 Extended Models 4 10 8 100 lbs 3 674 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg K 1500 4WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 5300 V8 3 73 4 10 6 700 lbs 3 039 kg 7 700 lbs 3 493 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 5300 V8 Extended Models 3 73 4 10 7 000 lbs 3 1...

Page 427: ...The Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers cargo equipment and conversions The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at the address listed in your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet In Canada wri...

Page 428: ...our vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle 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 with a weight carrying hitch The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight up to a...

Page 429: ...5 kg 2 800 lbs 1 270 kg at the front axle and 2 700 lbs 1 225 kg at the rear axle It has a GVWR of 7 200 lbs 3 266 kg a RGAWR of 4 000 lbs 1 814 kg and a GCWR Gross Combination Weight Rating of 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg The trailer rating should be You can expect tongue weight to be at least 10 percent of trailer weight 850 lbs 386 kg and because the weight is applied well behind the rear axle the effec...

Page 430: ... lbs 454 kg to avoid exceeding GVWR But you must still consider the effect on the rear axle Because your rear axle now weighs 3 100 lbs 1 406 kg you can only put 900 lbs 408 kg on the rear axle without exceeding RGAWR The effect of tongue weight is about 1 5 times the actual weight Dividing the 900 lbs 408 kg by 1 5 leaves you with being able to handle only 600 lbs 272 kg of tongue weight Since to...

Page 431: ...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 will need the right hitch Weight Distributing Hitches and Weight Carrying Hitches When using a weight distributing hitch the hitch must be adjusted so the distance A remains the same both before and aft...

Page 432: ...eave 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 If your vehicle is equipped with StabiliTr...

Page 433: ...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 227 Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Bef...

Page 434: ...en 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 trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand t...

Page 435: ...t and no longer work well You can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often e g under heavy loads and or hilly conditions You may also want to activate the tow haul mode if the transmission shifts too often See Tow Haul Mode earlier in this section for more information When towing at high altitude on...

Page 436: ...ks absorb the load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and shift into PARK P 5 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear and not in NEUTRAL 6 Release the regular brakes CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have l...

Page 437: ... trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belts cooling system and brake sy...

Page 438: ...to a seven pin universal heavy duty trailer connector available through your dealer The seven wire harness contains the following trailer circuits Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Taillamps White Ground Light Green Back up Lamps Red Battery Feed Dark Blue Trailer Brake The fuses for these two circuits are installed in the underhood electrical center but the wire...

Page 439: ...en Back up Lamps Red Battery Feed Dark Blue Trailer Brake The fuses for these two circuits are installed in the underhood electrical center but the wires are not connected They should be connected by your dealer or a qualified service center 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 volta...

Page 440: ...nly use it when your vehicle is stationary or anchored Trailer Recommendations You must subtract your hitch loads from the Cargo Weight Rating CWR for your vehicle CWR is the maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry It doesn t include the weight of the people inside But you can figure about 150 lbs 68 kg for each seat The total cargo load must not be more than your vehicle s CWR Weigh you...

Page 441: ...partment Overview 458 Engine Oil 459 Engine Oil Life System 462 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 464 Automatic Transmission Fluid 466 Engine Coolant 470 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 473 Engine Overheating 473 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 476 Cooling System 477 Engine Fan Noise 483 Power Steering Fluid 484 Windshield Washer Fluid 485 Brakes 486 Battery 490 Jump Starting 491 Rear Axle 496...

Page 442: ...ools 533 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 537 Secondary Latch System 543 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 547 Spare Tire 552 Appearance Care 553 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 553 Fabric Carpet 554 Leather 555 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 556 Care of Safety Belts 556 Weatherstrips 556 Washing Your Vehicle 557 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 557 Fi...

Page 443: ... System 563 Add On Electrical Equipment 563 Windshield Wiper Fuses 564 Power Windows and Other Power Options 564 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 564 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 565 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block 566 Underhood Fuse Block 567 Capacities and Specifications 572 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care 443 ...

Page 444: ...y 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 retailer ca...

Page 445: ... on a vehicle without knowing enough about it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task 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 coul...

Page 446: ...r vehicle Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle To help keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance GM recommends the use of gasoline advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline The 8th digit of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN shows the code letter or number that identifies your vehicle s engine The VIN is at the top ...

Page 447: ...General Motors recommends against the use of gasolines containing MMT See Additives on page 448 for additional information California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications See the underhood emission control label If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards y...

Page 448: ...e in your 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...

Page 449: ...mp available The U S Department of Energy has an alternative fuels 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 By definition this means that fuel labeled E...

Page 450: ...ur vehicle s fuel system Damage caused by additives would not be covered by your new vehicle warranty Notice Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in ...

Page 451: ...e Do not use cellular phones 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 Do not re enter vehicle while pumping fuel 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 For v...

Page 452: ...nd release The door will pop open To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly counterclockwise The fuel cap has a spring in it if the cap is released too soon it will spring back to the right While refueling hang the tethered fuel cap from the hook on the fuel door 452 ...

Page 453: ...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 557 When replacing the fuel cap turn it clockwise until it clicks Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left o...

Page 454: ...Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area immediately Notice If you need a new fuel cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...

Page 455: ...o you and others Dispense gasoline only into approved containers Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while...

Page 456: ... 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 456 ...

Page 457: ... vehicle and locate the secondary hood release near the center of the grille 3 Push the secondary hood release to the right 4 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then bring the hood from full open to within 6 inches 152 mm from the closed position pause then push the front center of the hood with a swift firm motion to fully close the hood 457 ...

Page 458: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 5 3L engine 4 8L and 6 0L similar here is what you will see 458 ...

Page 459: ... Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 459 J Engine Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 477 K Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 484 L Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 486 M Underhood Fuse Block See Underhood Fuse Block on page 567 N Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 485 ...

Page 460: ...il is below the cross hatched area at the tip of the dipstick you need to add at least one quart liter of oil But you must use the right kind This section explains what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 572 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 pro...

Page 461: ...rburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container Notice Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the Amer...

Page 462: ...e system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will come on See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 270 Change your oil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles 1 000 km It is possible that if you are driving under ...

Page 463: ...not have DIC buttons for more than five seconds The oil life will change to 100 If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes back on when you start your vehicle the Engine Oil Life System has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very ...

Page 464: ...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 intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each 50 000 mile 83 000 km interval ...

Page 465: ...hicles Without an Air Filter Restriction Indicator To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the engine air cleaner filter from the vehicle by following Steps 1 through 6 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 Rese...

Page 466: ...can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid A good time to check your automati...

Page 467: ...gh speed for quite a while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C to 93 C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it is colder than 50 F 10 C drive the vehicle in THIRD 3 until the engine temperature...

Page 468: ...he transmission dipstick handle with this graphic is located at the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 458 for more information on location 1 Flip the handle up and then 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 back out again 3 Check ...

Page 469: ... dipstick tube only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It does not take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Do not overfill Notice Use of the incorrect automatic transmission fluid may damage your vehicle and the d...

Page 470: ...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 may cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant may re...

Page 471: ...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 472: ...sure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark 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 CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene gl...

Page 473: ...ge tank See Engine Compartment Overview on page 458 for more information on location Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle s instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 252 In addition you will find an ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE and an ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED message in the Driver Information Center DIC on the ...

Page 474: ...he liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 476 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can...

Page 475: ...et the ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE or the ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE message with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 If you have an air conditioner and it is on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary 3 In heavy traffic let the engine idle in NEUTRAL N while stopped If it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to P...

Page 476: ...t service help right away Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode If an overheated engine condition exists and the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a loss in power and engine performance This operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in...

Page 477: ...d injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down If possible the vehicle should be parked on a level surface Check the coolant level after the system cools down Some amount of coolant may be lost due to overheating 5 3L Engine 4 8L a...

Page 478: ...er pump or somewhere else in the cooling system CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Do not touch them If you do you can be burned Do not run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle 478 ...

Page 479: ...24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you have not found a problem yet check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable wate...

Page 480: ... cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine cou...

Page 481: ...t 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 pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full turn If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure lef...

Page 482: ... start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark 482 ...

Page 483: ...fan noise This is normal and should not be mistaken as the transmission slipping or making extra shifts It is merely the cooling system functioning properly The fan will slow down when additional cooling is 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 fan...

Page 484: ...luid do the following 1 Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 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 t...

Page 485: ... the windshield washer fluid reservoir Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 458 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 fl...

Page 486: ...ngs are put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system If it is you should have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then y...

Page 487: ...el the brake warning light will come on See Brake System Warning Light on page 249 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid See Scheduled Maintenance on page 579 Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap Look at the brake fluid reservoir The fluid level should be above MIN If it is not have your brake system checked to see if...

Page 488: ...es may not work well This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in the brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle s...

Page 489: ...brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM ...

Page 490: ...f someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco replacement battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 458 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and le...

Page 491: ...her vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they ar...

Page 492: ...n the hood on the other vehicle and locate the positive and negative terminal locations on that vehicle Your vehicle has a remote positive jump starting terminal and a remote negative jump starting terminal You should always use these remote terminals instead of the terminals on the battery The remote positive terminal if equipped is located under a red plastic cover at the positive battery post T...

Page 493: ...battery has filler caps be sure the CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued right 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 accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or oth...

Page 494: ...7 Do not let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable does not go to th...

Page 495: ... B Good Battery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the 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 ...

Page 496: ...t been driven before checking the fluid level it may appear lower than normal because fluid has traveled out along the axle tubes and has not drained back to the sump area Therefore a reading taken five minutes after the vehicle has been driven will appear to have a lower fluid level than a vehicle that has been stationary for an hour or two Remember that the rear axle assembly must be supported t...

Page 497: ...d lubrication Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check transfer case fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you will...

Page 498: ...problem Have it inspected and repaired How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface A Fill Plug B Drain Plug If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole located on the front axle you may need to add some lubricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level from 0 0 mm to 1 8 inch 3 2 mm below the filler plug hole...

Page 499: ... re aim the headlamps as described in the following procedure The vehicle should be properly prepared as follows The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft 7 6 m from a light colored wall The vehicle must have all four tires on a level surface which is level all the way to the wall The vehicle should be placed so it is perpendicular to the wall The vehicle should not have any snow ice...

Page 500: ...orded distance from Step 3 and mark it 5 Draw or tape a horizontal line B on the wall or flat surface the width of the vehicle at the height of the mark in Step 4 Notice Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut off when aiming Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build up which may cause damage to the headlamp 6 Turn on the low beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent...

Page 501: ...adlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the angle of the beam 9 Make sure that the light from the headlamp is positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line The lamp on the left A shows the correct headlamp aim The lamp on the right B shows the incorrect headlamp aim 10 Repeat Steps 7 through 9 for the opposite headlamp 50...

Page 502: ...ction contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps A Taillamp Stoplamp B Back up Lamp C Turn Signal Lamp Taillamp 502 ...

Page 503: ... socket has one and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp assembly 5 Pull the old bulb straight out from the bulb socket 6 Press a new bulb into the bulb socket and insert it into the taillamp assembly Turn the bulb socket clockwise into the taillamp assembly until it clicks 7 Reinstall the taillamp assembly When reinstalling make sure to line up the pins on the tail...

Page 504: ...lding opening 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Install the new bulb 5 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the license plate lamp Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back up Lamp 3047 License Plate Lamp 168 Rear Turn Signal Lamp Taillamp and Stoplamp 3047 For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer retailer 504 ...

Page 505: ...ce the wiper blade assembly do the following 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm connector away from the windshield 2 Squeeze the grooved areas on each side of the blade and rotate the blade assembly away from the arm connector 3 Install the new blade onto the arm connector and make sure the grooved areas are fully set in the locked position For the proper type and size see Normal Maintenance Replacem...

Page 506: ...ss The backglass wiper blade will not lock in a vertical position so care should be used when pulling it away from the vehicle 3 Rotate the wiper blade assembly and pull it off of the wiper arm Hold the wiper arm in position and push the blade away from the wiper arm 4 Replace the wiper blade 5 Return the wiper blade assembly to the park rest position 506 ...

Page 507: ...ulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Tire pressure should be checked when your vehicle s tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 515 Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended press...

Page 508: ...ption See the Tire Size illustration later in this section for more detail B TPC Spec Tire Performance Criteria Specification Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT c...

Page 509: ...rade tires based on three performance factors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 527 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 515 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 40...

Page 510: ...on DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards E Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side...

Page 511: ...ters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 75 as shown in item C of the light truck LT Metric tire illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 75 percent as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tir...

Page 512: ...e laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa before a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 515 Curb Weight This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity o...

Page 513: ... Weight The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg See Loading Your Vehicle on page 407 Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Outward Facing Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward wh...

Page 514: ...for New Tires on page 523 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire See Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 527 Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of d...

Page 515: ...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 516: ...y help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Pressure Monitor System The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels If your vehicle has this feature sensors are mounted on each tire and wheel assembly except the spare tire The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your vehicle s tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a re...

Page 517: ...icle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Ac...

Page 518: ...ing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly The CHECK TIRE PRESSURE warning message and low tire pressure light telltale will come on each time the vehicle is started until the tires are inflated to the correct inflation pressure The Tire and Loading Information label tire information p...

Page 519: ...nutes overall to match all four tire wheel positions If it takes longer than two minutes to match the first tire and wheel or more than five minutes to match all four tire and wheel positions the matching process stops and you will need to start over The TPMS sensor matching process is outlined below 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition switch to RUN with the engine off 3 Using the DIC pres...

Page 520: ... Proceed to the passenger s side rear tire and repeat the procedure in Step 6 9 Proceed to the driver s side rear tire and repeat the procedure in Step 6 10 After hearing the confirming horn chirp for the driver s side rear tire the horn chirp will sound two more times to signal the tire learning mode is no longer active Turn the ignition switch to LOCK 11 Set all four tires to the recommended air...

Page 521: ...e that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5 000 to 8 000 miles 8 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damage...

Page 522: ... rotation See TPMS Sensor Identification Codes under Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 516 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 572 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a ...

Page 523: ...wear indicators You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that cannot be repaired well b...

Page 524: ...r is molded onto the tire s sidewall by the tire manufacturer If the tires have an all season tread design the TPC spec number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 508 for additional information CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes brands or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may ...

Page 525: ...nal tires Vehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring system may give an inaccurate low pressure warning if non TPC spec rated tires are installed on your vehicle Non TPC Spec rated tires may give a low pressure warning that is higher or lower than the proper warning level you would get with TPC Spec rated tires See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 516 Your vehicle s original equipment tires...

Page 526: ...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 527: ... 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 528: ...ither separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis However if you notice unusual tire wear o...

Page 529: ...res lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassi...

Page 530: ...nued CAUTION Continued To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin your vehicle s wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires Notice If your vehicle has P265 70R17 size tires use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use chains that are the proper size for your...

Page 531: ...id and may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous...

Page 532: ...ed Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 3 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL 4 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 5 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicl...

Page 533: ...the jack and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you will need to change a flat tire is stored under the storage tray which is located on the driver s side trim panel over the rear wheelhouse 1 Remove the tray to access the tools by pulling up on the finger depression under the jack symbol Regular Wheelbase shown Extended Wheelbase similar 533 ...

Page 534: ...he jack counterclockwise to release the jack and wheel blocks from the bracket 4 Remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer by turning the wing nut C counterclockwise The tools you will be using include the following A Jack B Wheel Blocks C Jack Handle D Jack Handle Extensions E Wheel Wrench 534 ...

Page 535: ...t Cable G Tire Retainer H Spare Tire Valve Stem Pointed Down I Hoist Shaft Access Hole J Hoist End of Extension Tool K Spare Tire Lock 1 Open the hoist shaft access door C on the bumper to access the spare tire lock K 2 Insert the ignition key turn it clockwise and then pull it to remove the spare tire lock 3 Assemble the two jack handle extensions D and wheel wrench E as shown 535 ...

Page 536: ...turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle If the spare tire does not lower to the ground the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower See Secondary Latch System on page 543 for more information 6 Use the wheel wrench hook that allows you to pull the hoist cable towards you to assist in reaching the spare tire 7 Tilt the tire retainer G at t...

Page 537: ...wheel and gently pry the cap out If the wheel has bolt on wheel covers loosen the plastic nut caps by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise If needed finish loosening them by hand The nut caps will not come off Using the flat end of the wheel wrench pry along the edge of the cover until it comes off 2 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to l...

Page 538: ...er 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 3 Position the jack under the vehicle as shown Jacking Locations Overall View 538 ...

Page 539: ...ench to the jack handle extension Attach the jack handle to the jack A Position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire where the frame sections overlap 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 clear the ground Front Position Rear Position 1500 Models 539 ...

Page 540: ... the jack handle extensions C Attach the jack handle B to the jack A Use the jacking pad provided on the rear axle Turn the wheel wrench D clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to clear the ground 4 Remove all of the wheel nuts 5 Take off the flat tire Rear Position All Other Models 540 ...

Page 541: ... 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 6 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 7 Put the wheel nuts back on wi...

Page 542: ...t new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 572 for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper s...

Page 543: ...vehicle has an underbody mounted tire hoist assembly which has a secondary latch system It is designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly falling off your vehicle For the secondary latch to work the spare tire must be installed with the valve stem pointing down See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on page 547 CAUTION Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions Failure to read...

Page 544: ...s procedure at least two times If the spare tire lowers to the ground continue with Step 5 of Removing the Spare Tire and Tools on page 533 5 If the spare tire does not lower turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches 15 cm of cable is exposed 6 Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest ends with the backs facing each other 7 Place the bottom edge of the jack A on the wheel...

Page 545: ...jack and place it with the wheel blocks under the vehicle toward the front of the rear bumper 9 Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire 10 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the end fitting 545 ...

Page 546: ... the jack If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from under the spare 13 Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and carefully remove the jack with the other hand 14 Use one hand to push against the spare while firmly pulling the jack out from under the spare tire with the other hand If the spare ti...

Page 547: ... To continue changing the flat tire see Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire on page 537 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Notice Storing an aluminum wheel with a f...

Page 548: ...y B Hoist Shaft C Hoist Shaft Access Cover Hole D Jack Handle Extensions E Wheel Wrench F Hoist Cable G Tire Retainer H Spare Tire Flat Tire Valve Stem Pointed Down I Hoist Shaft Access Hole J Hoist End of Extension Tool K Spare Tire Lock 1 Put the tire H on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear 548 ...

Page 549: ...rench E as shown 4 Insert the open end of the extension J through the hole in the rear bumper I hoist shaft access hole 5 Raise the tire part way upward Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening 6 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice You cannot overtighten the cable 549 ...

Page 550: ...install the spare tire lock 9 Reinstall the hoist shaft access cover To store the tools do the following A Wheel Blocks B Tool Bag with Jack Tools C Retaining Bracket D Wing Nut Retaining Tool Bag E Jack F Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks G Wing Nut on Jack 1 Return the tools wheel wrench jack handle and jack handle extensions to the tool bag B 550 ...

Page 551: ...ouse 4 Turn the wing nut G clockwise until the jack is secured tight in the mounting bracket Be sure to position the holes in the base of the jack onto the pin in the mounting bracket 5 Use the retaining bracket C to fasten the tool bag B on the stud and turn the wing nut D clockwise to secure 6 Return the storage tray to its original stored position 551 ...

Page 552: ...eel drive when the different size spare tire is installed on your vehicle Your vehicle may have a different size spare tire than the road tires originally installed on your vehicle This spare tire was developed for use on your vehicle so it is all right to drive on it If your vehicle has four wheel drive and the different size spare tire is installed keep the vehicle in two wheel drive After insta...

Page 553: ...aning 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 intended Use glass cleaner only on glass Remove any accidental over spray from other surfaces immediately To prevent over spray apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth Notice If you use abrasive cleaners when c...

Page 554: ...h 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 soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust a...

Page 555: ...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 556: ...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 557: ...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 557 Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary...

Page 558: ...wever 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 Backglass and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield wa...

Page 559: ...rs would not be covered by your warranty Use only GM approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome plated wheels The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice U...

Page 560: ...in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials available from your dealer Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbo...

Page 561: ... 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 smoke and fingerprints Chrome a...

Page 562: ...eather 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 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 certificates of title and registration...

Page 563: ...n Electrical Equipment Notice Do not add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage would not be covered by your warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Add on equipment can drain your vehicle s battery even if your vehicle is not operating Your ...

Page 564: ... is fixed or goes away Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new o...

Page 565: ...l Controls Backlight DDM Driver Door Module CTSY Dome Lamps Driver s Side Turn Signal LT STOP TRN Driver s Side Turn Signal Stoplamp DIM Instrument Panel Back Lighting RT STOP TRN Passenger s Side Turn Signal Stoplamp BCM Body Control Module UNLCK2 Power Door Lock 2 Unlock Feature LCK2 Power Door Lock 2 Lock Feature STOP LAMPS Stoplamps Center High Mounted Stoplamp REAR HVAC Rear Climate Controls ...

Page 566: ...dule Remote Keyless Entry System Harness Connector Usage LT DR Driver s Door Harness Connection BODY Harness Connector BODY Harness Connector Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block The center instrument panel fuse block is located underneath the instrument panel to the left of the steering column Top View Harness Connector Usage BODY 2 Body Harness Connector 2 BODY 1 Body Harness Connector 1 BODY 3 Bo...

Page 567: ...arness Connector Circuit Breaker Usage CB1 Passenger s Side Power Window Circuit Breaker CB2 Passenger s Seat Circuit Breaker CB3 Driver s Seat Circuit Breaker CB4 Not Used Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle Lift the cover for access to the fuse relay block To remove fuses hold the end of the fuse between your thum...

Page 568: ...Fuses Usage 1 Not Used 2 Electronic Stability Suspension Control Automatic Level Control Exhaust Fuses Usage 3 Left Trailer Stop Turn Lamp 4 Engine Controls 5 Engine Control Module Throttle Control 568 ...

Page 569: ...ght Side 14 Transmission Control Module Battery 15 Vehicle Back up Lamps 16 Passenger s Side Low Beam Headlamp 17 Air Conditioning Compressor Fuses Usage 18 Oxygen Sensors 19 Transmission Controls Ignition 20 Fuel Pump 21 Not Used 22 Rear Washer 23 Fuel Injectors Ignition Coils Left Side 24 Trailer Park Lamps 25 Driver s Side Park Lamps 26 Passenger s Side Park Lamps 27 Fog Lamps 28 Horn 29 Passen...

Page 570: ...ur Wheel Drive 43 Miscellaneous Ignition Rear Vision Camera Cruise Control Fuses Usage 44 Liftgate Release 45 OnStar Rear Seat Entertainment Display 46 Instrument Panel Cluster 47 Not Used 48 Not Used 49 Auxiliary Climate Control Ignition Compass Temperature Mirror 50 Rear Defogger 51 Airbag System Battery 52 SEO B1 Upfitter Usage Battery 53 Cigarette Lighter Auxiliary Power Outlet 54 Automatic Le...

Page 571: ...stem 71 Stud 1 Trailer Connector Battery Power 72 Mid Bussed Electrical Center 1 73 Climate Control Blower 74 Power Liftgate Module 75 Left Bussed Electrical Center 2 Relays Usage FAN HI Cooling Fan High Speed FAN LO Cooling Fan Low Speed ENG EXH VLV Not Used FAN CNTRL Cooling Fan Control HDLP LO HID Low Beam Headlamp FOG LAMP Front Fog Lamps A C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor STRTR Starter PW...

Page 572: ...ount see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 4 8L V8 17 8 qt 16 9 L 5 3L V8 18 3 qt 17 3 L 6 0L V8 1500 Series 17 9 qt 16 9 L 6 0L V8 2500 Series 17 4 qt 16 5 L Engine Oil with Filter 6 0 qt 5 7 L Fuel Tank Regular 26 0 gal 98 4 L Extended 1500 Series 31 5 gal 119 2 L Extended 2500 Series 39 0 gal 147 6 L Transmission Fluid 4L70 ...

Page 573: ...rating range Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 4 8L V8 C Automatic 0 040 in 1 01 mm 5 3L V8 Flexible Fuel with Active Fuel Management Iron 0 Automatic 0 040 in 1 01 mm 5 3L V8 Flexible Fuel with Active Fuel Management Aluminum Block 3 Automatic 0 040 in 1 01 mm 5 3L V8 with Active Fuel Management J Automatic 0 040 in 1 01 mm 6 0L V8 K Automatic 0 040 in 1 01 mm 6 0L...

Page 574: ... NOTES 574 ...

Page 575: ...uled Maintenance 579 Additional Required Services 582 Maintenance Footnotes 584 Owner Checks and Services 586 At Each Fuel Fill 586 At Least Once a Month 587 At Least Once a Year 587 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 590 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 592 Engine Drive Belt Routing 593 Maintenance Record 594 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 575 ...

Page 576: ...ry to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance might not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance is important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of th...

Page 577: ...lease 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 label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 407 are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driv...

Page 578: ...ch 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 616 Owner Checks and Services on page 586 tells you what should be checked when to check it and what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good conditi...

Page 579: ...ine GM parts and reset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally you must service your vehicle within 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last service Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 462 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message appears cer...

Page 580: ...vice Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and filter See Engine Oil on page 459 Reset oil life system See Engine Oil Life System on page 462 An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components See footnote Visually check for any leaks or damage See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner filter or change indicator if equipped If necessary replace filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter o...

Page 581: ...ded additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling system See footnote c Inspect wiper blades See footnote d Inspect restraint system components See footnote e Lubricate body components See footnote f Check transmission fluid level and add fluid as needed 581 ...

Page 582: ...00 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 on page 464 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter severe service See footnote h Change automatic transmi...

Page 583: ...er case fluid See footnote g Inspect evaporative control system An Emission Control Service See footnotes and k Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every five years whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote i Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service See footnote m 583 ...

Page 584: ...r proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect other brake parts including calipers parking brake etc b Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafi...

Page 585: ...be required when exposed to a corrosive environment Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer seal better 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 is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outs...

Page 586: ...henever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle make sure they are the proper ones as shown in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 590 At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 459 for further details Notice It is important to che...

Page 587: ...f necessary rotate the tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 521 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake on page 156 ...

Page 588: ...f the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition to RUN but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to LOCK in ea...

Page 589: ...n NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact your GM Goodwrench dealer if service is required Hood and Liftgate Support Gas Strut Service Visually inspect gas ...

Page 590: ... only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 470 Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Usage Fluid Lubricant Windshield Washer GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Automatic Transmission DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant ...

Page 591: ...haft Spline Two Wheel Drive with Auto Trans Spline Lubricant Special Lubricant GM Part No U S 12345879 in Canada 10953511 or lubricant meeting requirements of GM 9985830 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weather...

Page 592: ...tenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter High Capacity Filter 15908915 A1518C Standard Filter 15908916 A1519C Oil Filter 89017524 PF48 Spark Plugs 12571164 41 985 Wiper Blades Front 21 6 inches 55 0 cm 15930910 Rear 11 8 inches 30 0 cm 15173728 A1518C high capacity air cleaner filter may be substituted 592 ...

Page 593: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 593 ...

Page 594: ...vices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 576 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 586 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 594 ...

Page 595: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 595 ...

Page 596: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 596 ...

Page 597: ...Roadside Assistance Program 604 Courtesy Transportation 607 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 609 Collision Damage Repair 610 Reporting Safety Defects 615 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 615 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 615 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 615 Service Publications Ordering Information 616 Section 7 Customer A...

Page 598: ...ng a member of dealership retailer management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership retailer 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...

Page 599: ...informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll free telephone number or write them at the followi...

Page 600: ... the entire dispute settlement process from the time you file your complaint to the final decision should be completed in about 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 0685 ...

Page 601: ...information 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...

Page 602: ...ddressed 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 Islan...

Page 603: ...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 604: ...to a maximum coverage of 100 Fuel Delivery Delivery of enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station approximately 5 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 personal identification before lock out service is p...

Page 605: ...best to allow three weeks before your planned departure date Trip routing requests will be limited to six per calendar year Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance Canada only 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 reim...

Page 606: ...tion of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number Odometer reading Vehicle Identification Number VIN and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security while traveling for you and your family Remember we are only a phone call away U S customers call Chevrolet Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 1 ...

Page 607: ...e when warranty repairs are required Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty and is available only at participating dealers retailers A separate 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 contac...

Page 608: ...le allowance 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 retailer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle ...

Page 609: ...pped 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 Recorders EDR In a crash event computer systems such as the airbag Sensing an...

Page 610: ...dentiality is to be maintained and need is shown or share summary data which is not tied to a specific vehicle with non GM organizations for research purposes Others such as law enforcement may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data If your vehicle has OnStar please check the OnStar subscription servi...

Page 611: ...er the history of these parts is not known Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty and any related failures are not covered by that warranty Aftermarket collision parts are also available These are made by companies other than GM and may not have been tested for your vehicle As a result these parts may fit poorly exhibit premature durability corrosion problems and may no...

Page 612: ...Equipment Manufacturer OEM parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts Read your lease carefully as you may be charged at the end of your lease for poor quality repairs If an Accident Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in an accident Try to relax and then check to make sure you are all right If you are uninjured make sure that no one else in your vehicle or the other vehicle is inju...

Page 613: ... insurance company from the scene of the accident They will walk you through the information they will need If they ask for a police report phone or go to the police department headquarters the next day and you can get a copy of the report for a nominal fee In some states provinces with no fault insurance laws a report may not be necessary This is especially true if there are no injuries and both ...

Page 614: ... you must live with the repair Depending on your policy limits your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts Discuss this with your repair professional and insist on Genuine GM parts Remember if your vehicle is leased you may be obligated to have the vehicle repaired with Genuine GM parts even if your insurance coverage does not pay the full cost If another party s ...

Page 615: ...go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 400 Seventh Street SW Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying Gener...

Page 616: ...l This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures adjustments and specifications for GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle In Canada the service bu...

Page 617: ...l 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 MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at www helminc com Or you can write to Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detro...

Page 618: ... NOTES 618 ...

Page 619: ...bag Equipped Vehicle 107 How Does an Airbag Restrain 99 Airbag Systems cont Passenger Sensing System 101 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 106 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 98 Antenna Rear Side Window 354 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 354 Anti Lock Brake System 361 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 251 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 559 Care of Safety Belts 556...

Page 620: ...dio with CD and DVD 305 Rear Side Window Antenna 354 Automatic Headlamp System 217 Automatic Transmission Fluid 466 Operation 145 Autoride 422 Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp Switch 218 B Battery 490 Electric Power Management 220 Run Down Protection 221 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 396 Bench Seat Split 60 40 20 Brake Emergencies 363 Parking 156 Brakes 486 System Warning Light 249 Braking 360 Braking ...

Page 621: ... Under the Hood 456 Chemical Paint Spotting 561 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems 68 Infants and Young Children 64 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 74 Older Children 61 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 82 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position 85 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 85 Where to Put the Restraint 72 Cigaret...

Page 622: ...ap 473 Cooling System 477 Cruise Control 211 Cruise Control Light 258 Cupholder s 190 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation 607 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 602 Customer Assistance Offices 602 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 598 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 603 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 615 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Governm...

Page 623: ...et Roads 390 Off Road 372 Recovery Hooks 406 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 405 Winter 400 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 231 DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System 337 E Electrical System Add On Equipment 563 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block 566 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 564 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 565 Power Windows and Other Power Options 564 Underhood Fuse Block 567 Windshield Wip...

Page 624: ...e Storing 547 Fluid Automatic Transmission 466 Power Steering 484 Windshield Washer 485 Fog Lamp Fog 218 Fog Lamp Light 258 Four Wheel Drive 150 497 Front Axle 498 Fuel 446 Additives 448 California Fuel 447 E85 85 Ethanol 449 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 455 Filling Your Tank 451 Fuels in Foreign Countries 450 Gage 259 Gasoline Octane 447 Gasoline Specifications 447 Low Warning Light 260 Fuse...

Page 625: ...t 502 Daytime Running Lamps 216 Flash to Pass 207 Halogen Bulbs 502 Headlamps cont High Low Beam Changer 207 On Reminder 216 Heated Seats 12 Heater 227 Heater 231 Highbeam On Light 259 Highway Hypnosis 397 Hill and Mountain Roads 398 Hood Checking Things Under 456 Release 457 Horn 204 How to Use This Manual 4 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 43 I Ignition Positions 140 Infants and Young Children ...

Page 626: ... Liftgate 125 Light Airbag Readiness 245 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 251 Brake System Warning 249 Charging System 248 Cruise Control 258 Fog Lamp 258 Highbeam On 259 Low Fuel Warning 260 Malfunction Indicator 253 Oil Pressure 257 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 246 Passenger Safety Belt Reminder 245 Safety Belt Reminder 244 Security 258 StabiliTrak Indicator 252 Tire Pressure 253 Tow Haul Mod...

Page 627: ...ce Schedule cont Owner Checks and Services 586 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 590 Scheduled Maintenance 579 Using 577 Your Vehicle and the Environment 576 Malfunction Indicator Light 253 Manual Seats 9 Memory Seat Mirrors and Pedals 13 Message DIC Warnings and Messages 270 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview with Compass and Temperature Display 166 Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar Compass ...

Page 628: ...01 OnStar System see OnStar Manual 173 Operation Universal Home Remote System 178 182 Other Warning Devices 204 Outlet Adjustment 238 Outlets Accessory Power 225 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror 172 Convex Mirror 173 Curb View Assist Mirrors 172 Heated Mirrors 173 Manual Mirrors 168 Power Foldaway Mirrors 171 Power Mirrors 170 Trailer Tow Mirrors 169 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 476...

Page 629: ...estions and Answers About Safety Belts 42 R Radios 290 Care of Your CD and DVD Player 353 Care of Your CDs and DVDs 353 Navigation Radio System see Navigation Manual 337 Radio with CD 294 Radio with CD and DVD 305 Rear Seat Audio 348 Setting the Time 291 292 293 Theft Deterrent 350 Understanding Reception 352 Rainsense II Wipers 208 Reading Lamps 220 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System 239 Re...

Page 630: ...at Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 537 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 533 Replacement Bulbs 504 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 615 General Motors 615 United States Government 615 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems 108 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 109 Retained Accessory Power RAP 141 Right Front Passenger Position Safety Belts 52 Roadside Ass...

Page 631: ...ats 10 Reclining Seatbacks 15 Third Row Seat 33 Secondary Latch System 543 Securing a Child Restraint Center Front Seat Position 85 Rear Seat Position 82 Right Front Seat Position 85 Security Light 258 Service 444 Accessories and Modifications 444 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 446 California Proposition 65 Warning 445 Doing Your Own Work 445 Engine Soon Light 253 Publications Ord...

Page 632: ...m 177 T Tachometer 244 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 502 Theft Deterrent Radio 350 Theft Deterrent Systems 135 Content Theft Deterrent 135 PASS Key III 137 PASS Key III Operation 137 Third Row Seat 33 Tilt Wheel 204 Time Setting 291 292 293 Tire Pressure Light 253 Tires 507 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels Cleaning 559 Buying New Tires 524 Chains 530 Changing a Flat Tire 532 Cl...

Page 633: ...440 Transmission Fluid Automatic 466 Transmission Operation Automatic 145 Trip Odometer 244 Turn and Lane Change Signals 206 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 205 U Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA 222 Understanding Radio Reception 352 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 527 Universal Home Remote System 178 Operation 178 182 System Identification 177 V Vehicle Control 360 Damage Warnings 5 Loading 407 S...

Page 634: ...fferent Size 526 Replacement 528 Where to Put the Restraint 72 Windows 132 Power 133 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades Cleaning 558 Rainsense II Wipers 208 Windshield cont Washer 209 Washer Fluid 485 Wiper Blade Replacement 505 Wiper Fuses 564 Wipers 207 Windshield Rear Washer Wiper 210 Winter Driving 400 X XM Radio Messages 335 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 354 Y Your Vehicle and the Envi...

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