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Removing the Flat Tire and
Installing the Spare Tire

1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See

Changing

a Flat Tire on page 5-85

for more information.

2. Use the flat end of the wheel wrench to carefully

pry off the center cap.

3. Using the wheel

wrench, loosen all the
wheel nuts by turning
the nuts one turn
counterclockwise. Do
not remove them yet.

4. Turn the jack adjusting knob clockwise by hand to

raise the jack lift head.

5. Place the handle, extension, and wheel wrench

onto the jack.

A. Front Frame/

Rear Axle

B. Jack

C. Handle
D. Extension(s)
E. Wheel Wrench

Front Position

Rear Position

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Summary of Contents for 2008 TrailBlazer

Page 1: ...er DIC 3 49 Audio System s 3 64 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 41 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 All Wheel Drive 5 49 Rear Axle 5 49 Four Wheel Drive 5 50 Front Axle 5 51 Headlamp Aiming 5 52 Bulb Replacement 5 52 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 55 Tires 5 58 Appearance Care 5 100 Vehicle I...

Page 2: ... this manual This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer retailer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 1 800 551 4123 www helminc com Propriétaires Canadiens On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en fra...

Page 3: ...page number where it can be found Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book A box with the word CAUTION is used to tell about things that could hurt you or others if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people Cautions tell what the hazard is and what to do to avoid or reduce the hazard Read these cau...

Page 4: ...e notice tells what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words There are also warning labels on the vehicle which 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...

Page 5: ... 38 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 39 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 45 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position 1 48 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 48 Airbag System 1 51 Where Are the Airbags 1 54 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 56 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 1 57 How Does an Airbag Restrain 1 58 What...

Page 6: ...den movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Lift the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place 1 2 ...

Page 7: ...the rear of the horizontal control Raise or lower the entire seat using the entire horizontal control For seats with power reclining seatbacks see Power Reclining Seatbacks under Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 6 Manual Lumbar On vehicles with this feature the knob is located on the outboard side of the driver s seat Turn the knob to increase or decrease lumbar support Power Lumbar On vehicles with ...

Page 8: ...ar body temperature The medium and high settings heat the seatback and seat cushion to a slightly higher temperature You will be able to feel heat in about two minutes To heat only the seatback press the vertical button with the heated seatback symbol An indicator light on the button will come on to designate that only the seatback is being heated Additional presses will cycle through the heat lev...

Page 9: ...ntrols If programmed to do so through the DIC placing the key in the ignition will recall the driver s memory seat and adjustable pedals positions See Seat Recall under DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3 58 for more information To stop recall movement of the memory seat feature at any time press one of the memory buttons or power seat controls Easy Exit Seat The control for the easy exit seat fun...

Page 10: ...le Customization on page 3 58 for more information on activating this feature in the DIC If an easy exit seat position has not been stored the default position is all the way rearward Reclining Seatbacks Manual Reclining Seatbacks CAUTION You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or ...

Page 11: ...ked 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 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Power Reclining Seatbacks If your seats have power reclining seatbacks use the vertical power seat control located on the outboard side of the seat s To recl...

Page 12: ... a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Do not...

Page 13: ...t is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Pull the head restraint up to raise it To lower the head restraint press the button located on the top of the seatback and push the head restraint down 1 9 ...

Page 14: ... flip the seat cushion forward Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 2 Lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seatback and fold the seatback forward The head restraint will automatically fold out of the wa...

Page 15: ...ush and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked 1 Lift the seatback until it locks into the upright position Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked 2 Return the head restraints to the upright position by reaching behind the seat and pulling it forward until it locks into place Push and pull on the head restraint to make sure that it is locked 3 Flip the seat cushion back into...

Page 16: ...s 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 vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle your safety belts See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3 33 In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law re...

Page 17: ...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 Put someone on it 1 13 ...

Page 18: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 14 ...

Page 19: ...nel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That is why safety belts make such good sense 1 15 ...

Page 20: ...elts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag is provided all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection That is true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I am a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an excellent driver but if you are in a crash even one that is not your fault you and...

Page 21: ...out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts First before you or your passenger s wear a safety belt there is important information you should know Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you 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 th...

Page 22: ...oo loose It will not give 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 snugly against your body 1 18 ...

Page 23: ...otection 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 on 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 1 19 ...

Page 24: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not on the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 20 ...

Page 25: ...ured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen not on the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 21 ...

Page 26: ...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 The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 22 ...

Page 27: ...ash you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury You might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 23 ...

Page 28: ...oss 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 1 24 ...

Page 29: ...the belt across you more slowly If you ever pull the shoulder portion of a passenger belt out all the way you may engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Engaging the child restraint locking feature may affect the passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 60 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until i...

Page 30: ...ty belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants To unlatch the belt push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Before you close a door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle 1 26 ...

Page 31: ...you will need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 67 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 awa...

Page 32: ...der belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described previously in this section 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 bac...

Page 33: ...or pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Safety Belt Extender If the 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 so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal in...

Page 34: ...continue If no return to the booster seat Buckle the lap shoulder belt Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder If yes continue If no try using the rear safety belt comfort guide See Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 1 25 for more information If the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder then return to the booster seat Does the lap belt fit low and snug ...

Page 35: ...a crash Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 1 25 According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety bel...

Page 36: ...e child could also move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the la...

Page 37: ...restrained properly can strike other people or can be thrown out of the vehicle In addition young children should not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone they need to use a child restraint CAUTION People should never hold an infant in their arms while riding in a vehicle An infant does not weigh much until a crash During a crash an infant will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it F...

Page 38: ...ble in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint be sure it is designed to be used in a motor...

Page 39: ... should always be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would...

Page 40: ...holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat B provides restraint for the child s body with the harness A booster seat C D is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 36 ...

Page 41: ...d 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 to this manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can...

Page 42: ...em has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off Rear facing child restraints should be secured in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always m...

Page 43: ...must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be installed 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 44: ...d restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint If the child restraint does not have a top tether one can be o...

Page 45: ...ushion is locked into place The top tether anchors for each rear seating position are located on the floor in the cargo area of your vehicle Do not use the rear tie down brackets near the liftgate for attaching top tethers Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Do not secure a child restraint in a position w...

Page 46: ...straint Attaching more than one child CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured if this happens To help prevent injury to people and damage to your vehicle attach only one child restraint per anchor CAUTION Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a sho...

Page 47: ... the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 Pull the strap at the center of the seat where the seat cushion meets the seatback This will allow you to fold the seat cushion up and out of the way Lift the flap to expose the anchors and then lower the seat cushion See Rear Seat Operation on page 1 10 for additional information Be sure the cushion is locked into place 1 3 Put the child res...

Page 48: ...st or head restraint and route the single tether under the headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts See Rear Seat Operation on page 1 10 If the position you are using has a headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether around the headrest or head restraint 3 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it i...

Page 49: ...t the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the i...

Page 50: ...the buckle until it clicks Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 46 ...

Page 51: ...restraint as you tighten the belt 6 If your child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 39 for more information 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt ...

Page 52: ... Indicator on page 3 35 for more information on this including important safety information A label 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 A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is becaus...

Page 53: ...You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint 1 Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward facing child restraint When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag the off indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator should lig...

Page 54: ...ulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 1 50 ...

Page 55: ... seat massagers before reinstalling or securing the child 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 retailer To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way Airbag System Your vehicle has the following airbags A frontal airbag for the driver A f...

Page 56: ...ngs inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Airbags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts All airbags are designed to work with safety belts but do not replace them CAUTION Frontal airbags are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear crashes or in many side crashes Rollover capable roof rail airbags ar...

Page 57: ... or side windows in seating positions with roof rail airbags CAUTION Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To...

Page 58: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 54 ...

Page 59: ...injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering If your vehicle has roof rail airbags never secure anything to the roof of your vehicle by routing the rope or tie down through any door or window opening If you do the path ...

Page 60: ...le hits an object that does not deform If the vehicle hits a narrow object like a pole the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a wide object like a wall If the vehicle goes into an object at an angle the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle goes straight into the object Thresholds can also vary with specific vehicle design Front...

Page 61: ...e damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were For frontal airbags inflation is determined by what the vehicle hits the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down For roof rail airbags deployment is determined by the location and severity of the side impact In a rollover event roof rail airbag deployment is determined by the direction of the roll What Makes an Airba...

Page 62: ... prevent all such ejections But airbags would not help in many types of collisions primarily because the occupant s motion is not toward those airbags See When Should an Airbag Inflate on page 1 56 for more information Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates After the frontal airbags inflate they quickly deflate...

Page 63: ... off by using the controls for those features In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an airbag inflates you will need some new parts for the airbag system If you do not get them the airbag system will not be t...

Page 64: ...bag 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 The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the right front passenger s frontal airbag should be enabled may inflate or not Accident statistics show that ch...

Page 65: ...ays move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag if The right front passenger seat is unoccupied The system determines that an infant is present in a rear facing infant seat The system determines that a small child is present in a chil...

Page 66: ...assenger s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger s seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbag to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is active For some children who have outgrown child restraints and for very small adults the passenger sensing system may ...

Page 67: ...e This may unintentionally cause the passenger sensing system to turn the airbag s off for some adult size occupants If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again CAUTION If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system If this ever happens have the vehicle serviced promptly ...

Page 68: ... proper operation of the passenger sensing system Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle Your dealer retailer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Informatio...

Page 69: ...ing pad or device installed under or on top of the seat fabric could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag s or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag s See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 60 If you have any questions about this you should contact Customer...

Page 70: ... safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3 33 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page 5 103 Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement Make sure the airbag readiness light is working See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 34 for more information Notice If an airbag covering is da...

Page 71: ...mblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer retailer to have your safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced If your vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash you may need new LATCH system parts New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system if equipped was not being used at the time of the crash If an ...

Page 72: ... NOTES 1 68 ...

Page 73: ...2 21 Starting the Engine 2 21 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 2 22 Engine Coolant Heater 2 23 Active Fuel Management 2 24 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 24 Four Wheel Drive 2 28 Parking Brake 2 32 Shifting Into PARK P 2 33 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 35 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 35 Engine Exhaust 2 36 Running the Vehicle While Parked 2 36 Mirrors 2 37 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 37 Manual ...

Page 74: ...m Operation With One Triangular LED 2 51 Storage Areas 2 55 Glove Box 2 55 Overhead Console 2 55 Center Console Storage 2 55 Luggage Carrier 2 56 Rear Floor Storage Lid 2 57 Convenience Net 2 57 Cargo Cover 2 57 Cargo Tie Downs 2 58 Sunroof 2 58 Section 2 Features and Controls 2 2 ...

Page 75: ...le 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 This vehicle has keys that can be used for the ignition and door lock that will fit with either side up When a new vehicle is delivered the dealer retailer provides the owner with a pair of identical...

Page 76: ...erence that may cause undesired operation of the device This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized servi...

Page 77: ...ps and taillamps will flash for up to 30 seconds This can be turned off by pressing L again by waiting for 30 seconds or by starting the vehicle 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 dealer retailer All transmitters need to be re c...

Page 78: ...ldren can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the handle will not open it You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked So wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can ...

Page 79: ...or lock switches are located on the driver s and front passenger s door armrests Press the lock symbol to lock all of the doors To unlock the doors press the other side of the switch Delayed Locking This feature delays the locking of the doors and the liftgate when using the power lock or the remote keyless entry system The first press of the power door lock switch or lock button on the remote key...

Page 80: ...lock button twice If the delayed locking feature was on it will now be off If the feature was off it will now be on Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic lock unlock feature which enables you to program your vehicle s power door locks You can program this feature through the Driver Information Center DIC or by the following method See DIC Vehicle Customizatio...

Page 81: ...ning with Step 1 to re enter the programming mode You can exit the program mode any time by turning the ignition to RUN The locks will automatically lock and unlock and the horn will chirp twice to indicate that you are leaving the program mode If the lock unlock switches are not pressed while in the programming mode the current auto lock unlock setting will not be modified See your dealer for mor...

Page 82: ...at the procedure beginning with Step 1 to re enter the programming mode You can exit the program mode any time by turning the ignition to RUN The locks will automatically lock and unlock and the horn will chirp twice to indicate that you are leaving the program mode If the lock unlock switches are not pressed while in the programming mode the current auto lock unlock setting will not be modified S...

Page 83: ... cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate or liftglass Make sure all other windows are shut Turn the fan on your climate control system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle See Climate Control System in the Index If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engin...

Page 84: ...ever up to the unlock position Pry the right release lever up to unlatch the liftgate 4 Reinstall the trim plug Windows CAUTION Leaving children helpless adults or pets in a vehicle 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 wit...

Page 85: ...button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows The controls for the power windows are located on the armrest on each of the side doors With power windows the switches operate the windows when the ignition is in RUN ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 2 21 The driver s door also has a switch for each of the passenger s windows ...

Page 86: ...mal operation Sun Visors Sun Visors with Slide Rod Your vehicle may have this feature Pull the sun visor down to block glare Detach the sun visor from the center mount and slide it along the rod from side to side to cover the driver or passenger side of the front window Swing the sun visor to the side to cover the side window It can also be moved along the rod from side to side in this position Su...

Page 87: ... locked with the key or manual door lock 3 Close all doors The security light should turn off after about 30 seconds The alarm is not armed until the security light turns off If a locked door is opened without the key or the RKE transmitter the alarm will go off The headlamps and parking lamps will flash for two minutes and the horn will sound for 30 seconds then will turn off to save the battery ...

Page 88: ...ock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder has been tampered with the fuel system is disabled and the vehicle will not start During normal operation the security light will turn off about five seconds after the key is turned to ON RUN If the engine stalls and the security light flashes wait about 10 minutes until the light stops flashing befo...

Page 89: ...rized 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 Electronic Immobilizer Operation Canada Only Your vehicle has a passive theft deterrent system The system is automatically armed when the key is removed from the ignition The system is automatically disarmed when the ke...

Page 90: ...in the ignition and start the engine If the engine will not start see your dealer retailer for service 3 After the engine has started turn the key to LOCK OFF and remove the key 4 Insert the second current driver s key in the ignition and start the engine within ten seconds of removing the previous key If the engine will not start see your dealer retailer for service 5 After the engine has started...

Page 91: ... 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 the 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 on ...

Page 92: ...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 ACC ACCESSORY may drain the battery and prevent your vehicle from starting Do not operate your vehicle in the ACC ACCESSORY for a long period of time C ON RUN This is the position for driving The battery could be drained if you leave the...

Page 93: ...s is a safety feature To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only Notice Do not try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped Starting Procedure 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down a...

Page 94: ...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 extra gasoline from the engine Do not race the engine immediately after starting it Operate the engine and transmission gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving...

Page 95: ...the Engine Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord The cord is located on the driver s side of the engine compartment next to the battery box facing the engine 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 Volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cau...

Page 96: ... to operate on either all or half of its cylinders depending on your driving conditions When less power is required such as cruising at a constant vehicle speed the system will operate in the half cylinder mode allowing your vehicle to achieve better fuel economy When greater power demands are required such as accelerating from a stop passing or merging onto a freeway the system will maintain full...

Page 97: ... 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 not in NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive on page 2 28 See Shifting Into PARK P on page 2 33 Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You have to fully ap...

Page 98: ...r engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Be sure the engine is not running at high speed when shifting your vehicle DRIVE D This position is for normal driving It provides the best fuel economy for your vehicle If you need more power for passing an...

Page 99: ... the large button on the shift handle While the button is pressed move the shifter in the SECOND 2 position You can also use SECOND 2 for starting the vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces FIRST 1 This position reduces vehicle speed even more than SECOND 2 without using your brakes You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in FIRST 1 while the vehi...

Page 100: ...e in AUTO or Four Wheel Drive you could shorten the life of the transfer case or the Four Wheel Drive system The selector switch should be left in Two Wheel Drive High mode Only use AUTO and Four Wheel Drive when you need extra traction such as in wet or slippery road conditions Automatic Transfer Case If your vehicle has four wheel drive the transfer case knob is located to the right of the steer...

Page 101: ...hicle s transfer case to NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 42 for more information An indicator light in the knob will show you which position the transfer case is in The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on If the lights do not come on you should take your vehicle to your dealer for service An indica...

Page 102: ...ssion is in NEUTRAL N After 30 seconds the transfer case will return to the setting last chosen Shifting Out of Four Wheel Low To shift from Four Wheel Low to Four Wheel High Auto Four Wheel Drive or Two Wheel High your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 2 mph 3 2 km h with the transmission in NEUTRAL N and the engine running The preferred method for shifting out of Four Wheel Low is to h...

Page 103: ...for one second to ensure that the transfer case is in NEUTRAL 7 Turn the engine off by turning the key to ACC ACCESSORY 8 Place the transmission shift lever in PARK P 9 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF Shifting Out of NEUTRAL To shift the transfer case out of NEUTRAL do the following 1 Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal 2 Turn the ignition to ON RUN with the engine off 3 Put the ...

Page 104: ...on in as you move the parking brake lever all the way down If the ignition is on the brake system warning light on the instrument panel cluster will come on See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 38 Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning l...

Page 105: ... your transfer case is in NEUTRAL So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive on page 2 28 Always put the shift lever fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 48 To shift into PARK P 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P by p...

Page 106: ...he 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 pressing the button on the console shift lever 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 transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much fo...

Page 107: ...ry charging or jump starting the battery See Jump Starting on page 5 44 for more information To shift out of PARK P use the following 1 Apply the brake pedal 2 Press the shift lever button 3 Move the shift lever to the desired position If you still are unable to shift out of PARK P 1 Fully release the shift lever button 2 Hold the brake pedal down and press the shift lever button again 3 Move the ...

Page 108: ...icle Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know CAUTION Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle See the earlier caution under Engine Exhaust on pag...

Page 109: ...oll even if the shift lever is in PARK P if the transfer case is in NEUTRAL So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive on page 2 28 Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle will not move See Shifting Into PARK P on page 2 33 If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 48 Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror When you are sitting in a comfort...

Page 110: ...47 for more information about the services OnStar provides O On Off This is the on off button Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation The automatic dimming mirror comes on each time the ignition is turned to start To turn the automatic dimming feature off or back on press the on off button The indicator light on the mirror is lit when the automatic dimming feature is on Compass Operation Press the on o...

Page 111: ...nce your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press and hold the on off button until the zone number is displayed The number shown is the current zone number 3 Scroll through the zone numbers that appear in the window on the mirror by pressing the on off button Once you find your zone numb...

Page 112: ...ton until the green light comes on indicating that the mirror is in automatic dimming mode 2 Turn off the automatic dimming mirror function by pressing and holding the on off button until the green indicator light turns off Temperature and Compass Display Press the on off button located to the far left briefly to turn the compass temperature display on or off If the display reads CAL you will need...

Page 113: ... adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press and hold the on off button until a Z and a zone number appear in the display The compass is now in zone mode 3 Keep pressing the on off button until the desired zone number appears in...

Page 114: ...passenger airbag indicator on the mirror glass just above the buttons If the vehicle has this feature the mirror will display the word ON or an airbag symbol in Canada when the passenger airbag is enabled For more information see Passenger Sensing System on page 1 60 Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cl...

Page 115: ...ction made If an abnormal reading is displayed for an extended period of time please consult your dealer Under certain circumstances a delay in updating the temperature is normal Compass Operation Press the COMP button once briefly to turn the compass on or off When the ignition and the compass feature are on the compass will show two character boxes for approximately two seconds After two seconds...

Page 116: ...tween earth s magnetic north and true geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press and hold the COMP button until a zone number appears in the display 3 Press the COMP button on the bottom of the mirror un...

Page 117: ...folded position before driving Outside Power Mirrors Your vehicle may have this feature The power mirror control is located on the driver s door Turn the control knob left or right to select the desired mirror Then move the control knob to the left or right or up or down to position the mirror so that you can see a little of the outside of the vehicle After adjusting the position of the mirrors tu...

Page 118: ...rror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes The passenger side mirror is convex shaped A convex mirror s surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat It also makes things like other vehicles lo...

Page 119: ...ehicle s OnStar Subscriber glove box literature For more information visit onstar com or onstar ca contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or TTY 1 877 248 2080 or press the OnStar button to speak with an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day 7 days a week Not all OnStar features are available on all vehicles To check if your vehicle is equipped to provide the services described below or for a ful...

Page 120: ...ns Advisor delivered or OnStar Turn by Turn Navigation If equipped RideAssist Information and Convenience Services OnStar Hands Free Calling OnStar Hands Free Calling allows eligible OnStar subscribers to make and receive calls using voice commands Hands Free Calling is fully integrated into the vehicle and can be used with OnStar Pre Paid Minute Packages Hands Free Calling may also be linked to a...

Page 121: ...ormation This information is automatically sent to an OnStar Call Center at the time of an OnStar button press Emergency button press or if your airbags or AACN system deploys The vehicle information usually includes your GPS location and in the event of a crash additional information regarding the accident that your vehicle has been involved in e g the direction from which your vehicle was hit Wh...

Page 122: ...ar button to confirm that your OnStar equipment is active Universal Home Remote System The Universal Home Remote System provides a way to replace up to three hand held Radio Frequency RF transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers security systems and home lighting This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This d...

Page 123: ...r vehicles as well as for future Universal Home Remote programming It is also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle the programmed Universal Home Remote buttons should be erased for security purposes See Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons later in this section When programming a garage door park outside of the garage Park directly in line with and facing the garage door opener motor hea...

Page 124: ... Home Remote button that you would like to use to control the garage door and the hand held transmitter button Do not release the Universal Home Remote button or the hand held transmitter button until Step 4 has been completed Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to substitute Step 3 with the procedure noted in Gate Operator and Canadian Programming later in this section 4 The ...

Page 125: ...n you will have 30 seconds to complete Step 8 8 Immediately return to the vehicle Firmly press and hold the Universal Home Remote button chosen in Step 3 to control the garage door for two seconds and then release it If the garage door does not move press and hold the same button a second time for two seconds and then release it Again if the door does not move press and hold the same button a thir...

Page 126: ...with the following Continue to press and hold the Universal Home Remote button while you press and release every two seconds cycle the hand held transmitter button until the frequency signal has been successfully accepted by the Universal 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 ...

Page 127: ...e Your vehicle may have this feature The overhead console may include reading lamps a Universal Home Remote and a sunroof switch See Sunroof on page 2 58 and Universal Home Remote System on page 2 50 for more information Center Console Storage Pull the front lever on the center console while lifting the top to open it The console has cupholders on the front and rear of the storage compartment The ...

Page 128: ...arrier To slide the crossrails to where you want them pull up on the lever on each side of the crossrail This releases the crossrail and allows you to slide it When the crossrail is where you want it press down on the levers to lock it into place Notice Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that weighs more than 220 lbs 100 kg or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your vehicle L...

Page 129: ...revious steps Make sure the lid is secure by applying slight pressure to the latch until you hear it click Convenience Net Your vehicle may have a convenience net in the rear of the vehicle Store small loads as far forward as possible The net should not be used to store heavy loads Cargo Cover If your vehicle has a cargo cover you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle To inst...

Page 130: ...reattached Cargo Tie Downs There are four cargo tie downs located in the rear compartment of the vehicle that can be used to secure small loads Sunroof The vehicle may have a power sliding sunroof To open or close the sunroof the ignition must be turned to RUN ACCESSORY or Retained Accessory Power RAP must be active See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 2 21 Press and release the back of the co...

Page 131: ...9 Accessory Power Outlet s 3 20 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 3 21 Climate Controls 3 21 Dual Climate Control System 3 21 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 3 24 Outlet Adjustment 3 28 Rear Climate Control System 3 28 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 30 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 31 Speedometer and Odometer 3 32 Trip Odometer 3 32 Tachometer 3 32 Safety Belt Reminders 3 33 Airbag Readine...

Page 132: ...ation and Displays 3 50 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 53 DIC Vehicle Customization 3 58 Audio System s 3 64 Setting the Clock 3 66 Radio s 3 66 Using an MP3 3 83 XM Radio Messages 3 87 Navigation Radio System 3 89 Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System 3 89 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 103 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 104 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 105 Radio Reception 3 106 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 106 XM Satell...

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

Page 134: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 135: ...o System s on page 3 64 K Climate Controls See Dual Climate Control System on page 3 21 L Dome Lamp Override Button See Dome Lamp Override on page 3 17 M Fog Lamp Button If Equipped See Fog Lamps on page 3 16 Instrument Panel Brightness Control See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 17 N Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 11 O Driver Information Center DIC Steering Wheel Controls If Equipp...

Page 136: ...the key is in and even if the key is not in the ignition When the hazard warning flashers are on your vehicle s 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 horn symbols on the steering wheel pad Tilt Wheel The tilt lever is on the outboard sid...

Page 137: ...up or down When the turn is finished the lever returns automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until your lane change is completed The lever returns by itself when released If the arrows flash more quickly than normal a signal bulb could ...

Page 138: ...strument panel To return to low beam headlamps pull the multifunction lever toward you Then release it When the high beams are on this indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will also be on Flash to Pass This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass It works even if your headlamps are in the automatic position To use it pull th...

Page 139: ...e band away from you to the first solid band past the delay settings For high speed wiping turn the band further to the second solid band past the delay settings To stop the wipers move the band to off Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they are frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If the blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or bla...

Page 140: ...f turn the control to 0 To wash the rear window press the washer symbol located in the center of the control The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle as the windshield washer However the rear window washer will run out of fluid before the windshield washer If you can wash your windshield but not your rear window check the fluid level Cruise Control Your vehicle has cruise control The cont...

Page 141: ...off CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed So do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 CAUTI...

Page 142: ...accelerate You will go right back up to the previously chosen speed and stay there If you hold the switch at resume accelerate the vehicle keeps going faster until you release the switch or apply the brakes So unless you want to go faster do not hold the switch at resume accelerate Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Use the accelerator pedal to g...

Page 143: ... upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may want to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cr...

Page 144: ... Lamps Turn the knob to this symbol to turn on the parking lamps as well as the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights 2 Headlamps Turn the knob to this symbol to turn on the headlamps as well as the following Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Headlamps on Reminder A reminder tone sounds when the headlamps...

Page 145: ...el will not be lit up either When it begins to get dark the headlamps automatically switch from DRL to the regular headlamps Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside the Automatic Headlamp System turns on the headlamps when the vehicle is started and after the transaxle has been shifted out of the PARK P position The headlamps taillamps sidemarker and parking lamps will come on The...

Page 146: ...strument panel brightness control is in the full bright position If the vehicle is running and the automatic headlamp system is already on it can be turned off by turning and releasing the headlamp control at the off position The automatic headlamp system stays off until you turn and release the headlamp control at the off position again See Headlamps on page 3 14 Fog Lamps Your vehicle may have t...

Page 147: ...ps will come on when you open a door unless the dome lamp override is pressed in Dome Lamp Override The dome override button is located below the exterior lamps knob To turn the dome lamps off press the button The dome lamps will remain off when a door is open This will override the illuminated entry feature unless you use the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter to unlock the vehicle To return th...

Page 148: ...amps to turn the reading lamps on or off 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 extended life of the battery When the battery s state of charge is low the voltage is raised slightly to quickly put the charge back in When the state of charge is high the ...

Page 149: ...e to the driver If so a Driver Information Center DIC message might be displayed such as Battery Saver Active or Service Battery Charging System If this message is displayed it is recommended that the driver reduce the electrical loads as much as possible See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 53 Battery Run Down Protection This feature shuts off the dome courtesy and vanity lamps if they are lef...

Page 150: ...uses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the accessory power outlets Notice Adding any electrical equipment to the vehicle can damage it or keep other components from working as they should The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes Check with your dealer retailer before adding ...

Page 151: ...in while it is heating will not allow the lighter to back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from overheating may occur to the lighter or heating element or a fuse could be blown Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating Do not use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes Climate Controls Dual Climate Control System With this system you can control th...

Page 152: ...l also come on when this mode is activated While in recirculation mode the windows may fog when the weather is cold and damp To clear the fog select either the defog or defrost mode and increase fan speed Defog and defrost modes are described later in this section Driver s Side Temperature Lever The lever on the left side of the climate control panel is used to raise or lower the temperature on th...

Page 153: ...ir directed to the floor outlets The air conditioning compressor may run to dehumidify the air to prevent window fogging The recirculation button cannot be selected while in defrost mode Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear Rear Window Defogger If your vehicle has the rear window defogger a warming grid is used to remove fog on the rear window Rear Press this button to turn the...

Page 154: ...s this button to manually select the air delivery mode to the floor instrument panel or windshield outlets The system will stay in the selected mode until the mode button is pressed again or the AUTO button is pressed Driver s Side Temperature Knob Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the temperature on the driver s side of the vehicle The display will show the temperatur...

Page 155: ...tion AUTO Automatic When automatic operation is active the system will control the inside temperature the air delivery mode and the fan speed Use the steps below to place the entire system in automatic mode 1 Press the AUTO button When AUTO is selected the air conditioning operation and air outlet mode will be automatically controlled The air conditioning compressor will run continuously when the ...

Page 156: ...mes out of the defroster and side window outlets The recirculation button cannot be selected in floor mode Recirculation Press this button to turn recirculation mode on or off When this button is pressed an indicator light in the button will also come on to let you know that it is activated Recirculation mode is used to recirculate the air inside of your vehicle Use this mode to help prevent outsi...

Page 157: ...the recirculation mode except when maximum air conditioning performance is needed or for short times to avoid exterior odors You may notice a slight change in engine performance when the air conditioning compressor shuts off and turns on again This is normal Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of the windows is a result of moisture condensing on the cool window glass This can be reduced if ...

Page 158: ...ered by your warranty Outlet Adjustment Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of the instrument panel to direct the airflow Use the thumbwheels near the air outlets to open or close off the airflow Operation Tips Clear away any ice snow or leaves from air inlets at the base of the windshield that could block the flow of air into the vehicle Keep the path under the front seats c...

Page 159: ...e outlets 6 Floor This position distributes air from the second seat side floor outlets If your vehicle has the rear seat audio system the lower buttons are used to adjust the rear seat climate control system The temperature of the air coming through the rear outlets is determined by the front passenger temperature setting P On Off Press this button to turn the rear climate controls on or off z9y ...

Page 160: ... you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages s...

Page 161: ...et you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going about how much fuel you have used and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically United States Uplevel version shown Canada Base and SS Model similar 3 31 ...

Page 162: ...ew odometer installed the new one will be set to the correct mileage total of the old odometer Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero The odometer works together with the Driver Information Center DIC You can set a Trip A and Trip B odometer See Trip Information under DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 50 The...

Page 163: ...the chime nor the light will come on Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the engine is started a chime will sound for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt This would only occur if the passenger airbag is enabled See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 60 for more information The passenger safety belt light located on the instrument panel w...

Page 164: ... readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the airbag system may not be working properly The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a crash To he...

Page 165: ...mbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger s frontal airbag is enabled may inflate CAUTION If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger s seat it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger s frontal airbag A child in a rear facing child restraint can be...

Page 166: ...assenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 60 for more on this including important safety information If after several seconds both status indicator lights remain on or if there are no lights at all there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system See your dealer retailer for service CAUTION If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster e...

Page 167: ... air conditioner Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not running but the ignition is on this gage displays the battery voltage in DC volts When the engine is running the gage shows the condition of the charging system The gage may transition from a higher to lower or a lower to higher reading This is normal Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range The volt...

Page 168: ...art is not working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If the l...

Page 169: ... the engine again to reset the system If the ABS light still stays on or comes on again while you are driving your vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light is not on your vehicle still has brakes but not antilock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on your vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes See Brake Syst...

Page 170: ...he system If your vehicle has a Driver Information Center a message will appear also see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 53 and StabiliTrak System on page 4 5 for more information Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area it means that your engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle unde...

Page 171: ...8 for more information When the Light Flashes First and Then is Solid This indicates that there may be a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System The light flashes for about a minute and stays on solid for the remainder of the ignition cycle This sequence will repeat with every ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5 67 for more information Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check E...

Page 172: ...o these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This could also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 This light comes on as a check to show it is working when the ignition is turned ON RUN but the engine is not running If the light does not come on have it repaired This light also comes o...

Page 173: ... should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your vehicle s electrical system might be wet The condition is usually 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 5 5 Poor fuel quality causes th...

Page 174: ...al emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced the battery or if the battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This can take several days of routine driving If you have done this and you...

Page 175: ...de temperature and oil viscosity but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problems causing low oil pressure Change Engine Oil Light Your vehicle may have a change engine oil light When this light comes on it means that an oil change and other maintenance procedures are requi...

Page 176: ...Engine Power Light This light comes on when a noticeable reduction in the vehicle s performance occurs The vehicle can be driven at a reduced speed when the reduced engine power light is on but acceleration and speed may be reduced The performance may be reduced until the next time you drive your vehicle If this light stays on see your dealer as soon as possible for diagnosis and repair This light...

Page 177: ...ns can be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent which may prevent serious damage to the vehicle This system is also designed to assist your GM dealer in correctly diagnosing a malfunction Check Gages Warning Light The check gages light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving check your coolant temperature and e...

Page 178: ...tually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up The gage doesn t go back to empty when you turn off the ignition Low Fuel Warning Light The light next to the fuel gage will come on briefly when you are starting the engine This light comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel To turn it off add fuel to the f...

Page 179: ...located on the instrument panel cluster Turn off or acknowledge DIC messages by pressing the trip odometer reset stem See Speedometer and Odometer on page 3 32 for information on features for vehicles without DIC buttons 3 Trip Information Press this button to display the odometer trip odometers tire pressure and timer t Fuel Information Press this button to display the current range fuel used ave...

Page 180: ... select The button functions are detailed in the following pages Trip Information Button 3 Trip Information Press the trip information button to scroll through the ODOMETER TRIP A TRIP B TIRE PRESSURES and TIMER Odometer Press the trip information button until ODOMETER appears on the display This mode shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven in either miles or kilometers Pressing the r...

Page 181: ...re pressure for the front passenger s side tire LR TIRE shows the tire pressure for the rear driver s side tire RR TIRE shows the tire pressure for the rear passenger s side tire Timer The DIC can be used as a timer Press the select button while TIMER is displayed to start the timer The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset not including time the ignit...

Page 182: ...ers L 100 km or kilometers per liter km L your vehicle is getting based on current and past driving conditions Press and hold the select button for one second while AVG ECON is displayed to reset the average fuel economy Average fuel economy will then be calculated starting from that point If the average fuel economy is not reset it will be continually updated each time you drive Engine Oil Life S...

Page 183: ...ke any messages that appear on the display seriously and remember that clearing the messages will only make the messages disappear not correct the problem The following are the possible messages that can be displayed and some information about them CHANGE ENGINE OIL This message displays when the engine oil needs to be changed and service is required for your vehicle See Scheduled Maintenance on p...

Page 184: ... vehicle as soon as possible Do not increase the engine speed above normal idling speed See Engine Overheating on page 5 30 for more information This message displays and a chime sounds if the cooling system temperature gets hot See Engine Overheating on page 5 30 for the proper course of action This message clears when the coolant temperature drops to a safe operating temperature FUEL LEVEL LOW T...

Page 185: ...icle check the door for obstructions and close the door again Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC REAR ACCESS OPEN This message displays and a chime sounds if the liftgate or liftglass is open while the ignition is in ON RUN Turn off the vehicle and check the liftgate and liftglass See Liftgate Liftglass on page 2 11 Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display...

Page 186: ...nitor System TPMS is not working properly The tire pressure light also flashes and then remains on during the same ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Light on page 3 41 Several conditions may cause this message to appear See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5 69 for more information If the warning comes on and stays on there may be a problem with the TPMS See your dealer retailer STABILITRAK ...

Page 187: ...5 8 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere This message remains on until it is manually cleared from the DIC display The DIC message is also cancelled if the ignition is turned off The DIC message and the Service Engine Soon light may come on again during a second trip if...

Page 188: ...on button to scroll through the available customizable options After pressing the customization button VEHICLE SETTINGS momentarily displays before going to a customization option Lock Doors Press the customization button until LOCK DOORS IN GEAR appears in the display To select your preference for automatic locking press the select button while LOCK DOORS IN GEAR is displayed on the DIC Pressing ...

Page 189: ...or more information Lock Feedback Press the customization button until LOCK FEEDBACK BOTH appears in the display To select your preference for the feedback you receive when locking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter press the select button while LOCK FEEDBACK BOTH is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scroll through the following settings LOCK FEEDBACK BOTH...

Page 190: ... unlocking the vehicle To select a setting and move on to the next feature press the customization button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC Headlamp Delay Press the customization button until HEADLAMP DELAY 10 SEC appears in the display To select your preference for how long the headlamps will stay on after you turn off the vehicle press the select button while HEADLAMP DELAY 10 SE...

Page 191: ... a setting and move on to the next feature press the customization button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC Easy Exit Seat Press the customization button until EASY EXIT SEAT OFF appears in the display To select your preference for seat position exit press the select button while EASY EXIT SEAT OFF is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scroll through the following...

Page 192: ... a setting and move on to the next feature press the customization button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC See Memory Seat Mirrors and Pedals on page 1 4 for more information Curb View Press the customization button until CURB VIEW OFF appears in the display To select your preference for curb view press the select button while CURB VIEW OFF is displayed on the DIC Pressing the sel...

Page 193: ...your preference for display language press the select button while LANGUAGE ENGLISH is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scroll through the following settings ENGLISH default All messages will appear in English FRANCAIS All messages will appear in French ESPANOL All messages will appear in Spanish To select a setting and move on to the next feature press the customization button...

Page 194: ...d exit out of the customizable options press the customization button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC Audio System s Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read the pages following to familiarize yourself with its features CAUTION This system provides you with far greater access to audio stations and song listings Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while dr...

Page 195: ...ded it is very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added Notice The chime signals related to safety belts parking brake and other functions of your vehicle operate through the radio entertainment...

Page 196: ...can be set with the ignition on or off To synchronize the time with an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System RDS information press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time until UPDATED and the clock symbol appear on the display If the time is not available from the station NO UPDATE or NO UPDAT will appear on the display RDS time is broadcast once a minute After tuning to an RDS ...

Page 197: ...e has one of these radios as its audio system If your vehicle has the Bose audio system your vehicle has six Bose amplified speakers Base MP3 Radio shown Bose similar Base Six Disc CD Radio shown Bose similar 3 67 ...

Page 198: ...he time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast Playing the Radio PWR Power Push to turn the system on and off opVOL or VOLUME Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or to decrease the volume DISPL Display or INFO Information While the ignition is off press the DISPL or INFO knob to display the time For RDS press the DISPL or INFO knob ...

Page 199: ...select radio stations op SEEK Press either SEEK arrow or depending on the radio SEEK or TYPE arrow to go to the previous or to the next station and stay there The radio only seeks stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band SCAN Press and hold either SCAN arrow or depending on the radio SCAN or TYPE arrow briefly until SCAN or SCN displays and a beep is heard The radio goes to a st...

Page 200: ...until BASS MID midrange without Bose or TREB treble displays Turn to increase or to decrease the tone The display shows the bass midrange without Bose or treble level If a station is weak or has static decrease the treble To adjust the bass midrange without Bose or treble to the middle position while it is displayed push and hold this knob The radio produces one beep and adjusts the display level ...

Page 201: ...h and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker controls display ALL CENTERED displays and a beep is heard Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM For all Radios except the MP3 Radio select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the TYPE button to activate program type select mode TYPE or P TYPE and the last selected PTY displays 2 Turn the TYPE knob or press and release the ...

Page 202: ...ith a stronger frequency To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds AF OFF displays The radio does not switch to other stations This function does not apply for XM Satellite Radio Service Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM For the MP3 Radio select and find a desired PTY by performing the following steps 1 Turn the P TYPE knob to select a PTY 2 Press the SE...

Page 203: ...ouncement comes on the current radio station ALERT displays You will hear the announcement even if the volume is low or a CD is playing If a CD is playing play stops during the announcement Alert announcements cannot be turned off ALERT is not affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supported by all RDS stations TRAF Traffic MP3 Radio If TRAF displays the tuned stat...

Page 204: ... you tune to a different station Radio Messages CAL ERR Calibration Error The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL ERR displays it means that the radio has not been configured properly for the vehicle and must be returned to your dealer retailer for service LOCKED This message displays when the THEFTLOCK system has locked up Take the vehicle to your dealer reta...

Page 205: ...CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner Care of Your CDs 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 Handle them carefully Store CD R s in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust The CD player scans the ...

Page 206: ...n this section For vehicles that have a radio with a Six Disc CD player see the following LOAD Press to load CDs into the CD player This CD player holds up to six CDs To insert one CD do the following 1 Turn the ignition on 2 Press and release the LOAD button 3 Wait for the indicator light located to the right of the slot to turn green 4 Load a CD Insert the CD part way into the slot label side up...

Page 207: ... s To eject the CD that is currently playing press and release this button To eject multiple CDs do the following 1 Press and hold the Zbutton for two seconds A beep is heard and the indicator light located to the right of the slot begins to flash and EJECT ALL displays 2 Once the light stops flashing REMOVE CD displays The CD ejects and can be removed Once the CD is removed the indicator light be...

Page 208: ...al playing speed Press and hold it for more than two seconds to reverse at 17 times the normal playing speed Sound is heard at a reduced volume Release this button to play the passage ET and or the elapsed time of the track displays FWD or 4 FWD Forward Press and hold to advance quickly within a track For the Base Radio press and hold for less than two seconds to advance at six times the normal pl...

Page 209: ...y in this section opSEEK Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current or to the previous track On some radios pressing the left arrow if more than 10 seconds have played goes to the start of the current track Press the right arrow to go to the start of the next track If either arrow is pressed more than once the player continues moving backward or forward through the CD On some radios pr...

Page 210: ...anger has a feature called song list This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections To save tracks into the song list feature perform the following steps 1 Turn the CD player on and load it with at least one CD See LOAD CD listed previously in this section for more information 2 Check to see that the CD changer is not in song list mode S LIST should not appear on the display If S LIST displ...

Page 211: ...nfirm that the track has been deleted After a track has been deleted the remaining tracks are moved up the list When another track is added to the song list the track is added to the end of the list To delete the entire song list perform the following steps 1 Turn the CD player on 2 Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on S LIST displays 3 Press and hold the SONG LIST button for more than ...

Page 212: ...any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer retailer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer retailer when reporting the problem Listening to a DVD If your vehicle has the Rear Seat Entertainment RSE system and a DVD is playing the DVD symbol displays indicating that the DVD is...

Page 213: ... maximum of 253 folders 50 playlists 20 sessions and 949 files Long file names folder names or playlist names may use more disc memory space than necessary To conserve space on the disc minimize the length of the file folder or playlist names An MP3 CD that was recorded using no file folders can also be played The system can support up to 11 folders in depth though keep the depth of the folders to...

Page 214: ...en the radio displays the name of the folder the radio displays ROOT Order of Play Tracks are played in the following order If CD audio tracks are available they will be played first otherwise play begins from the first track in the first playlist and continues sequentially through all tracks in each playlist When the last track of the last playlist has played play continues from the first track o...

Page 215: ...he DISPL knob If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it stays in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD starts to play where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source As each new track starts to play the track number and song title displays 1 FLD x Previous Folder Press this button to go to the first track in the previous folder Press this butto...

Page 216: ... displays oSEEK p Press the left SEEK arrow to go to the start of the previous track Press the right SEEK arrow to go to the start of the next track Press either SEEK arrow for more than two seconds to search the previous or next tracks at two tracks per second Release the button to stop searching and to play the track oTUNE p Turn the knob to fast track reverse or advance through the tracks in al...

Page 217: ...e the ignition and the radio is off if this button is pressed first XM Radio Messages If you have a Radio with CD or Radio with Six Disc CD you can receive these radio display messages XL Explicit Language Channels These channels or any others can be blocked at a customer s request by calling 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 Updating The encryption code in the receiver is being updated and no action is require...

Page 218: ...with your dealer retailer If you have a Radio with CD MP3 you can receive these radio display messages XL Explicit Language Channels These channels or any others can be blocked at a customer s request by calling 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 Updating The encryption code in the receiver is being updated and no action is required This process should take no longer than 30 seconds No Signl The system is functi...

Page 219: ... could be a receiver fault Consult with your dealer retailer Check XM If this message does not clear within a short period of time the receiver could have a fault Consult with your dealer retailer Navigation Radio System Your vehicle may have a navigation radio system The navigation system has built in features intended to minimize driver distraction Technology alone no matter how advanced can nev...

Page 220: ...yer power on and automatically resume play if the ignition is in RUN ACCESSORY or if Retained Accessory Power RAP is active Headphones The RSE system includes two sets of wireless headphones Each set of headphones has an ON OFF control An indicator light illuminates on the headphones when they are on If the light does not illuminate the batteries may need to be replaced See Battery Replacement fol...

Page 221: ...dphones may include foam ear pads The foam ear pads can become worn or damaged if they are not handled or stored properly They can be replaced separately from the headphone set The headphone replacement foam ear pads can be ordered in pairs See your dealer retailer for more information Battery Replacement To change the batteries on the headphones 1 Loosen the screw to the battery door on the left ...

Page 222: ...color coded RCA jacks and turn both the auxiliary device and the RSE system power on If the RSE system had been previously in the DVD player mode pressing the SRCE button on the faceplate or the remote control switches the RSE system between the auxiliary device and the DVD player How to Change the Video Format when in the Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary input video format is preset to NTSC In some c...

Page 223: ...n the rear seat audio system if equipped The RSE system can be selected as an audio source on the rear seat audio system if the RSE system power is on See Rear Seat Audio RSA on page 3 103 for more information Video Screen The video screen is located in the overhead console To use the video screen do the following 1 Push forward on the release button located on the DVD display console 2 Pull the s...

Page 224: ...atted as DVD Video DVD R and DVD RW media may or may not be supported by the DVD player The DVD player does not support DVD RAM DVD ROM and DVD Audio media An error message displays if this type of media is inserted into the DVD player When using the wired headphones not included if the front seat passengers play a CD in the Radio with Six Disc CD if equipped or use XM Satellite Radio Service if e...

Page 225: ...educe loud audio and increase low audio produced by some DVDs To change a feature back to the factory default setting press this button to display the feature then press and hold until the default setting displays While playing an Audio or DVD disc press and hold this button to display and to remove the track and time information n q p o Menu Navigation Arrows Use the arrows to navigate through a ...

Page 226: ...ovie should resume play from where it was last stopped if the disc has not been ejected and the stop button has not been pressed twice If the disc has been ejected or if the stop button has been pressed twice the disc resumes play at the beginning Ejecting a Disc DVD Player without Sunroof Press the c Xbutton on the DVD player faceplate to eject the disc There is not an eject button on the remote ...

Page 227: ...ent later in this section Objects blocking the line of sight can also affect the function of the remote control 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 Storage in extreme cold can weaken the batteries Keep the remote control stored in a cool dry place Remote Control Buttons O Power Press to turn the DV...

Page 228: ...rack or chapter This button might not work while the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews 1 through 0 Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad provides you with the capability of direct chapter title and track number selection 10 Double Digit Entries Press to select chapter title and track numbers greater than 9 Press before inputting the number Clear Press within three seconds to cle...

Page 229: ...button The DVD continues playing in a slow play mode To cancel slow play mode press this button u Next Track Chapter Press to advance to the beginning of the next track or chapter This button might not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews Battery Replacement To change the remote control batteries do the following 1 Remove the battery compartment door located on th...

Page 230: ...in the DVD player Press the eject button again to eject the disc Problem Recommended Action In auxiliary mode the picture moves or scrolls Check the auxiliary input connections at both devices Change the Video Format to PAL or NTSC See Stereo RCA Jacks previously for how to change the video format The language in the audio or on the screen is wrong Check the audio or language selection in the main...

Page 231: ...the disc from the DVD player This could permanently damage the disc and DVD player Problem Recommended Action Sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or buzzes Check for obstructions low batteries reception range and interference from cellular telephone towers or by using your cellular telephone in the vehicle Check that the headphones are facing the front of the vehicle I lost the remote ...

Page 232: ...on code of the DVD player No Disc This message displays if any of the buttons on the DVD faceplate or remote control are pressed and no disc is present in the DVD player DVD Distortion There can be an experience with audio distortion in the wireless headphones when operating cellular phones scanners CB radios Global Positioning Systems GPS two way radios mobile fax or walkie talkies It might be ne...

Page 233: ...at audio controls always have priority over the RSA controls If the front seat passengers switch the source for the main radio to a remote source the RSA is not able to control the source The rear seat audio can be operated while the main radio is off P Power Press this button to turn the system on or off The rear speakers are muted when the power is turned on u Volume Turn this knob to increase o...

Page 234: ...tton to go to the next track on the CD This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a CD While a CD is playing in the six disc CD player press and hold the SEEK button for two seconds to go you to the next CD if multiple CDs are loaded This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a CD Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage ...

Page 235: ...s been programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons The radio seeks preset stations only with a strong signal that are in the selected band When a CD is playing in the CD changer press this button to go to the next available CD if multiple CDs are loaded QSOURCER Press the SOURCE arrows to switch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped or a CD If a CD is loaded the CD symbol displays QSEEKR Pre...

Page 236: ... best sound but FM signals reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to fade in and out XM Satellite Radio Service XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast to coast in the 48 contiguous United States and in Canada Just as with FM tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals ca...

Page 237: ...is not obstructed Chime Level Adjustment The radio is used to adjust the vehicle s chime level To change the volume level of the chime press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power off The volume level will change from the normal level to loud and LOUD CHIME will appear on the radio display To change back to the default or normal setting press and hold pushbutton 6 again The...

Page 238: ... NOTES 3 108 ...

Page 239: ...3 Off Road Driving Except SS 4 14 Driving at Night 4 26 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 26 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 27 Highway Hypnosis 4 28 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 28 Winter Driving 4 29 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 33 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 34 Recovery Hooks 4 34 Loading Your Vehicle 4 35 Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment 4 41 Towing 4 41 Tow...

Page 240: ... then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Death and injury associated with drinki...

Page 241: ...ailer accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 38 Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths...

Page 242: ...ronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start the engine and begin to drive away ABS will check itself You might 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 ABS Warning Light on page 3 39 Along with ABS your vehicle has a Dynamic Rear Proport...

Page 243: ...heel with traction to move the vehicle StabiliTrak System Your vehicle is equipped with StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control ESC which combines antilock brake traction and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in most driving conditions Traction control activates when the controller senses wheel spin StabiliTrak will selectively apply the br...

Page 244: ...iTrak light will be off and no DIC messages will be displayed TRACTION CONTROL OFF The driver can modify the engine speed management system by momentarily pressing the StabiliTrak button on the transmission shift handle The StabiliTrak light will come on and TRACTION CONTROL OFF will be displayed For vehicles without a DIC the StabiliTrak indicator light will come on Momentarily pressing the Stabi...

Page 245: ...ak indicator light may blink and the STABILITRAK ACTIVE message may be displayed to warn the driver that damage may occur to the transfer case It is recommended to leave the system on for normal driving conditions but it may be necessary to turn the system off if your vehicle is stuck in sand mud ice or snow and you may want to rock your vehicle in an attempt to free it It may also be necessary to...

Page 246: ...raction Control Off Mode Solid StabiliTrak Off Solid Off StabiliTrak Off Mode StabiliTrak indicator light will flash when system first enters this mode Blinking StabiliTrak Active Blinking Off StabiliTrak system activates using engine speed management brake traction control and or stability control Solid Service StabiliTrak Solid Solid StabiliTrak system is disabled due to a system fault Solid Sta...

Page 247: ...le turning or abrupt upshifts downshifts of the transmission When this happens you may notice a reduction in acceleration or may hear a noise or vibration This is normal If your vehicle is in cruise control when the system activates the StabiliTrak light will blink and the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you may re engage the cruise control See Cruise Control...

Page 248: ...action in 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 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 de...

Page 249: ...hese First apply the brakes See Braking on page 4 3 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180 degrees ver...

Page 250: ...Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect a successful pass If in doubt wait Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and lines that could indicate a turn or an intersection Never cross a solid or double solid line on your side of the lane Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass Doing so can reduce your visibility Wait your turn to pass a slow...

Page 251: ...low down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance is 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 might not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding L...

Page 252: ...r downhill In short you have gone right back to nature Off road driving involves some new skills And that is why it is very important that you read this guide You will find many driving tips and suggestions These will help make your off road driving safer and more enjoyable Before You Go Off Roading There are some things to do before you go out For example be sure to have all necessary maintenance...

Page 253: ...ngs should be on the load floor and forward of the rear axle Put heavier items as far forward as you can Be sure the load is secured properly so driving on the off road terrain does not toss things around You will find other important information in this manual See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 35 Luggage Carrier on page 2 56 and Tires on page 5 58 Environmental Concerns Off road driving can prov...

Page 254: ...get stuck But you will want to know how to use it properly Getting Familiar with Off Road Driving It is a good idea to practice in an area that is safe 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 unexp...

Page 255: ...if you are not prepared for them Often these obstacles are hidden by grass bushes snow or even the rise and fall of the terrain itself Here are some things to consider Is the path ahead clear Will the surface texture change abruptly up ahead Does the travel take you uphill or downhill There is more discussion of these subjects later Will you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly When y...

Page 256: ...g a Hill When you approach a hill you need to decide if it is one of those hills that is just too steep to climb descend or cross Steepness can be hard to judge On a very small hill for example there may be a smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top but you may not s...

Page 257: ...p 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 even during the day They make your vehicle more visible to oncoming traffic CAUTION Driving to the top crest of a hill at full speed can cause an accident There could be a drop ...

Page 258: ... the vehicle Then apply the parking brake Shift to REVERSE R release the parking brake and slowly back straight down Never attempt to turn around if you are about to stall when going up a hill If the hill is steep enough to stall your vehicle it is steep enough to cause you to roll over if you turn around If you cannot make it up the hill you must back straight down the hill If after stalling you ...

Page 259: ...keeping your vehicle under control at all times CAUTION Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade This could cause loss of control and a serious accident Apply the brakes lightly when descending a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under control There some things not to do when driving down a hill These are important because if you ignore them you c...

Page 260: ...ill the length of the wheel base the distance from the front wheels to the rear wheels reduces the likelihood the vehicle will tumble end over end But when you drive across an incline 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 co...

Page 261: ...ine 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 is harder ...

Page 262: ...or sand dunes the tires will tend to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering accelerating and braking Drive at a reduced speed and avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it is very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating And if you do get moving p...

Page 263: ...ition system and your vehicle can stall Stalling can also occur if you get the tailpipe under water And as long as the tailpipe is under water you will never be able to start the engine When you go through water remember that when the brakes get wet it may take you longer to stop See Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads on page 4 26 for more information on driving through water After Off Road Driving ...

Page 264: ...erences increase A 50 year old driver might need at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep standing or flowing water CAUTION Wet bra...

Page 265: ...g distance Pass with caution Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir filled Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires on page 5 58 Before Leaving on a Long Trip To prepare your vehicle for a long trip consider having it serviced by your dealer retailer before departing Things to check on your own include Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir fu...

Page 266: ...nd Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain Tips for driving in these conditions include Keep your vehicle serviced and in good shape Check all fluid levels and brakes tires cooling system and transmission Going down steep or long hills shift to a lower gear CAUTION If you do not shift down the brakes could get so hot that they...

Page 267: ... signs falling rocks area winding roads long grades passing or no passing zones and take appropriate action See Off Road Driving Except SS on page 4 14 for information about driving off road Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving Have your vehicle in good shape for winter You might want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle Include an ice scraper a small brush or broom a s...

Page 268: ...w or ice can be slick and hard to drive on But wet ice can be even more trouble because it can offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it is about 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 Accelerate gently Try not to br...

Page 269: ...r 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 are some thing...

Page 270: ...nd check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and i...

Page 271: ... or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 4 34 If your vehicle has a traction system it can often help to free a stuck vehicle Refer to your vehicle s traction system in the Index If the stuck condition is too severe for the traction system to free the vehicle turn the traction system off and use the rocking method CAUTION If you let your vehicle s tires spin at high speed they can e...

Page 272: ...ator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that could free your vehicle If that does not get your vehicle out after a few tries it might need to be towed out Or you can use recovery hooks if your vehicle has them If your vehicle does need t...

Page 273: ... the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it was designed to carry the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification Tire label CAUTION Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Ra...

Page 274: ...ormation on the vehicle Certification Tire label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axle See Certification Tire Label later in this section Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine t...

Page 275: ...ansferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle See Towing a Trailer on page 4 48 for important information on towing a trailer towing safety rules and trailering tips Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Av...

Page 276: ...ct Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 5 750 lbs 136 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Example 2 Example 3 4 38 ...

Page 277: ...evel as you load and unload your vehicle See Electronically Controlled Air Suspension System on page 4 47 for additional information 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 i...

Page 278: ...nal details CAUTION Do not load the 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 the 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 the vehicle Using heavier suspension components to get adde...

Page 279: ...for Off Road Driving under Off Road Driving Except SS on page 4 14 Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment Your vehicle was neither designed nor intended for a snow plow Notice Adding a snow plow or similar equipment to your vehicle can damage it and the repairs would not be covered by warranty Do not install a snow plow or similar equipment on your vehicle Towing Towing Your Vehicle To avoid vehi...

Page 280: ...wing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendations How far will you tow Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can be towed 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 ...

Page 281: ...th all four wheels on the ground Two wheel drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed To properly tow these vehicles they should be placed on a platform trailer Four Wheel Drive Vehicles Four wheel drive vehicles can be dinghy towed if you follow the proper procedures The transmission has no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed so it is impor...

Page 282: ...o 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 2 28 for the proper procedure to select the NEUTRAL N position for your vehicle 6 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the...

Page 283: ... the engine off but leave the ignition on 4 Firmly set the parking brake 5 Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the dolly CAUTION Shifting a four wheel drive vehicle s transfer case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P You or others could be injured Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before you shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL 6 Shift the...

Page 284: ... manufacturer s instructions to attach and secure the vehicle being towed to the dolly and then the loaded dolly to the tow vehicle Use an adequate clamping device to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position 5 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle 6 Turn the ignition to LOCK If the tow vehicle will not be sta...

Page 285: ...the system adjusts the vehicle to the standard ride height Load leveling will not function normally with the inflator hose attached to the inflator outlet Remove the inflator hose from the outlet during loading and unloading If the vehicle is parked for an extended period of time some bleed down of the suspension is normal Upon starting the vehicle proper height will be achieved Overload Protectio...

Page 286: ... 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 your passengers could be seriously injured You may also damage your vehicle the resulting repairs would not be covered by your warranty Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Ask your dealer retailer for advice and inform...

Page 287: ...having to do with 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...

Page 288: ...nal equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight Look in the following chart to find the maximum trailer weight for your vehicle Vehicle Axle Ratio Max Trailer Wt GCWR 2WD TrailBlazer 4 2 L L6 Engine 3 42 5 400 lbs 2 449 kg 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 3 73 5 900 lbs 2 676 kg 10 500 lbs 4 763 kg 4 10 6 400 lbs 2 903 kg 11 000 lbs 4 990 kg 4WD TrailBla...

Page 289: ...ices See Customer Assistance Offices on page 7 5 for more information Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle If you have a lot of opti...

Page 290: ...railer Trailering may be limited by the vehicle s ability to carry tongue weight Tongue weight cannot cause the vehicle to exceed the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating or the RGAWR Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating The effect of additional weight may reduce your trailering capacity more than the total of the additional weight Consider the following example A vehicle model base weight is 5 500 lbs 2 495...

Page 291: ... 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 tongue weight is usually at least 10 percent of total loaded trailer weight you can expect that the largest trailer your vehicle can properly hand...

Page 292: ...ght distributing hitch and sway control of the proper size This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when driving Always use a sway control if the trailer will weigh more than these limits You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of ...

Page 293: ...on page 2 36 To maximize your safety when towing a trailer Have your exhaust system inspected for leaks and make necessary repairs before starting on your trip Keep the rear most windows closed If exhaust does come into your vehicle 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...

Page 294: ...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 to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns Notice Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Y...

Page 295: ...avoid this let the engine run while parked preferably on level ground with the automatic transmission in PARK P for a few minutes before turning the engine off If you do get the overheat warning see Engine Overheating on page 5 30 Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be inj...

Page 296: ...not in NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive on page 2 28 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you start your engine shift into a gear and release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Yo...

Page 297: ...er connector you may purchase one from your dealer The seven wire harness contains the following trailer circuits Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Running Lamps White Ground Light Green Back up Lamps Dark Blue Electric Brakes Red Battery Feed The chassis wiring ring terminal must be fastened to a stud on the underhood electrical center before the trailer feed wi...

Page 298: ...iler connector that contains the following trailer circuits Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Running Lamps White Ground This harness also contains the following trailer circuits that are not connected to the four pin trailer connector Light Green Back Up Lamps Dark Blue Electric Brakes Red Battery Feed If your vehicle is a TrailBlazer SS you were provided with a...

Page 299: ...ner Filter 5 24 Automatic Transmission Fluid 5 25 Engine Coolant 5 28 Radiator Pressure Cap 5 30 Engine Overheating 5 30 Cooling System 5 32 Engine Fan Noise 5 37 Power Steering Fluid 5 38 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 39 Brakes 5 40 Battery 5 43 Jump Starting 5 44 All Wheel Drive 5 49 Rear Axle 5 49 Four Wheel Drive 5 50 Front Axle 5 51 Headlamp Aiming 5 52 Bulb Replacement 5 52 Halogen Bulbs 5 52 Ta...

Page 300: ...Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 103 Care of Safety Belts 5 103 Weatherstrips 5 103 Washing Your Vehicle 5 104 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 104 Finish Care 5 104 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades 5 105 Aluminum Wheels 5 106 Tires 5 106 Sheet Metal Damage 5 106 Finish Damage 5 107 Underbody Maintenance 5 107 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 107 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 108 Vehic...

Page 301: ...erodynamics durability and electronic systems like antilock brakes traction control and stability control Some of these accessories could 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 can accessorize your vehicle using genuine GM Accessories When you go to your GM dealer ret...

Page 302: ...rate Doing Your Own Service Work CAUTION You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it 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 ea...

Page 303: ... Octane If your vehicle has the 4 2L L6 engine VIN Code S or the 5 3L V8 engine VIN Code M use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher If the octane rating is less than 87 you might notice an audible knocking noise when you drive commonly referred to as spark knock If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible If you are using gasoline...

Page 304: ...urn on and your vehicle might fail a smog check test See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 41 If this occurs return to your authorized dealer retailer for diagnosis If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs might not be covered by the vehicle warranty Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives...

Page 305: ...e enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT We recommend against the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system could be affected The malfunction indicator lamp might turn on If this occurs return to your deale...

Page 306: ...r 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 the 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 To remove the fuel ca...

Page 307: ...diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 41 There may also be a light that comes on in the instrument panel to let you know if your gas cap is not properly installed See Check Gas Cap Light on page 3 48 for more information CAUTION If a fire starts while ...

Page 308: ...ickup bed or on any surface other than the ground Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping fuel Do not use a cellular phone while pumping fuel Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include ...

Page 309: ...ease the prop rod from its retainer and put the prop rod into the slot in the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the prop rod Remove the prop rod from its slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer Lower the hood 6 to 8 inches 15 to 20 cm above the vehicle and release it to latch fully Check to make sure the ...

Page 310: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 4 2L L6 engine here is what you will see 5 12 ...

Page 311: ... See Checking the Fluid Level under Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5 25 F Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 17 G Radiator Pressure Cap See Radiator Pressure Cap on page 5 30 H Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 17 I Remote Negative Terminal Marked GND See Jump Starting on page 5 44 J Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir S...

Page 312: ...When you open the hood on the 5 3L V8 engine here is what you will see 5 14 ...

Page 313: ...ck See Checking the Fluid Level under Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5 25 F Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 17 G Radiator Pressure Cap See Radiator Pressure Cap on page 5 30 H Remote Negative Terminal Marked GND See Jump Starting on page 5 44 I Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 38 J Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Bra...

Page 314: ...When you open the hood on the 6 0L V8 TrailBlazer SS engine here is what you will see 5 16 ...

Page 315: ...luid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 38 J Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 5 40 K Engine Compartment Fuse Block See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 5 111 L Battery See Battery on page 5 43 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm an...

Page 316: ...s section explains what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 5 121 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area F that shows the proper operating range for the L6 engine or above the cross hatched area for the V8 engine the engine could be damaged L6 Engine V8 Engine 5 18 ...

Page 317: ... the dipstick all the way back in when you are through 6 0L V8 VIN Code H Engine Only Remove the engine cover to access the engine oil fill cap 1 Remove the screw in the center of the cover 2 Remove the cover from the stud on the driver side 3 Pull the cover up and off the bracket 4 Reverse the steps to reinstall Except 6 0L V8 VIN Code H Engine 6 0L V8 VIN Code H Engine 5 19 ...

Page 318: ...50 Oils meeting these requirements should have the starburst 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 identifi...

Page 319: ...e identified as synthetic However not all synthetic oils will meet this GM standard Look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M Notice If you use oils that do not have the GM4718M Standard designation you can cause engine damage not covered by your warranty SAE 5W 30 As shown in the viscosity chart SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle These numbers on an oil container show its viscos...

Page 320: ...re and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A change engine oil light will come on and if your vehicle has a...

Page 321: ...start the 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 can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine ...

Page 322: ...change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter do the following 1 Remove the screws on the engine air cleaner filter and lift off the cover 2 Remove th...

Page 323: ...utomatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed in Additional Required Services on page 6 6 and be sure to use the transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealer...

Page 324: ...as been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off but this is used only as a reference Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 50 F 10 C or more If it is colder than 50 F 10 C you may have to idle the engine longer Should the fluid level be low during this cold check you must check the fluid hot before adding fluid Checking the fluid hot will give you a mo...

Page 325: ...and try again until it is fully inserted in the tube 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the COLD area below the cross hatched area for a cold check or in the HOT or cross hatched area for a hot check Be sure to keep the dipstick pointed down to get an accurate reading 4 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range reinstall the dipstick back in ...

Page 326: ...en flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for five years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have ...

Page 327: ... 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 more than four times a year have your dealer retailer check your cooling system Notice If you use extra inhibitors and or additives in your vehicle s cooling system you could damage your vehicle Use...

Page 328: ... burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator For information on how to add coolant to the radiator see Cooling System on page 5 32 Radiator Pressure Cap Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured See Engine ...

Page 329: ... fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you Climb a long hill on a hot day Stop after high speed driving Idle for ...

Page 330: ...as fast as normal idle speed for at least three minutes while you are parked If you still have the warning turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood here is what you will see A Coolant Recovery Tank B Radiator Pressure Cap C Engine Fan ...

Page 331: ...ak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak start the engine again The engine cooling fan speed should increase when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it does not your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine Notice Engine damage from running the engine without coolant is not covered by the warranty Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL may c...

Page 332: ... the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture the engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning The 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 In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the ...

Page 333: ...eed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1 You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowl...

Page 334: ... the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 28 for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 5 36 ...

Page 335: ...Noise Your vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan When the clutch is engaged the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine In most everyday driving conditions the clutch is not engaged This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise Under heavy vehicle loading trailer towing and or high outside temperatures the fan speed increases when the clutch engages so you may hear an increa...

Page 336: ... 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 For vehicles with the 4 2L L6 engine the level should be at the C Cold mark For vehicles with the 5 3L or 6 0L V8 engines the level should be at the FULL mark ...

Page 337: ...or reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water does not clean as well as washer fluid Fill the washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it is very co...

Page 338: ...at sooner or later the brakes will not work well It is not a good idea to top off the brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If fluid is added when the linings are worn there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed Add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on ...

Page 339: ... around the cap before removing it This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in the brake hydraulic system the brakes might not work well This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake hydraulic system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in the brake hy...

Page 340: ...epair Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with the 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 torque specifications in Capacities and Speci...

Page 341: ...When it is time for a new battery see your dealer retailer for one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Ve...

Page 342: ...ur vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you do not want You would not be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in t...

Page 343: ... and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right 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 ...

Page 344: ...itive cable to the positive terminal of the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 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...

Page 345: ...nect the other end of the negative cable to the remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service 4 2L L6 Engine 5 3L V8 Engine shown 6 0L V8 Engine similar 5 47 ...

Page 346: ...Engine Part or Remote Negative Terminal B Good Battery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positi...

Page 347: ...ttom of the filler plug hole located on the transfer case you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten the plug What to Use To determine what kind of lubricant to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle flui...

Page 348: ...mine what kind of lubricant to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 For vehicles equipped with the SS package to add lubricant when the level is low use SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant GM Part No U S 12378261 in Canada 10953455 meeting GM Specification 9986115 To completely refill after draining add 5 5 ounces 163 ml of Limited Slip Axle Lubricant Additive GM Part No U S 1052...

Page 349: ... Use care not to overtighten the plug What to Use To determine what kind of lubricant to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Front Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired How to Check Lubricant To get an...

Page 350: ...eed no further adjustment However if your vehicle is damaged in a crash the headlamp aim may be affected Aim adjustment to the low beam headlamps may be necessary if oncoming drivers flash their high beam headlamps at you for vertical aim If the headlamps need to be re aimed it is recommended that you take the vehicle to your dealer retailer for service Bulb Replacement For the proper type of repl...

Page 351: ...e the three retaining screws B from the socket plate 5 Remove the socket plate 6 Holding the socket pull the bulb to release it from the socket 7 Push the new bulb into the socket until it clicks 8 Reinstall the socket and tighten the three screws 9 Reconnect the wiring harness 10 Reinstall the taillamp assembly by lining up the locator pins with the retainers in the vehicle s body 11 Reinstall th...

Page 352: ... the lamp assembly 3 Pull the old bulb straight out from the bulb socket 4 Install the new bulb 5 Replace the lamp assembly lens and tighten the screws Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number License Plate Lamp W5W Taillamps 3157 For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer retailer 5 54 ...

Page 353: ... blade arm to touch the windshield 1 To remove the old wiper blades lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position A Blade Assembly B Arm Assembly C Locking Tab D Blade Pivot E Hook Slot F Arm Hook 2 Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab Pull down on the blade assembly to release it from the wiper arm hook 3 Remove the insert from the blade assembly The insert has two notc...

Page 354: ...the insert is fully inserted 5 Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws Make sure that all other claws are properly locked on both sides of the insert slots A Claw in Notch B Correct Installation C Incorrect Installation 6 Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm hook Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in the hook slot 7 Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assembly o...

Page 355: ...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 5 57 ...

Page 356: ...nued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 65 Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit...

Page 357: ...damage Keep tires set to the correct inflation pressure and when possible avoid contact with curbs potholes and other road hazards Winter Tires For cold weather driving conditions you may prefer to get tires designed for snow or ice if your vehicle has P255 50R20 size tires See your dealer for details regarding winter tire availability and proper tire selection Also see Buying New Tires on page 5 ...

Page 358: ...es C DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The 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 ...

Page 359: ...ion width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 75 as shown in item C of the passenger P 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 constr...

Page 360: ...s are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa before a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 65 Curb Weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel...

Page 361: ...eight 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 4 35 Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Outward Facing Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward whe...

Page 362: ... New Tires on page 5 74 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 5 78 Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of de...

Page 363: ...ed to your vehicle This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry and an examp...

Page 364: ...you reach the recommended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture High Speed Operation CAUTION Driving at high speeds 100 mph 160 km h or higher puts an additional strain on tires...

Page 365: ...for more information Tire Pressure Monitor System The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your vehicle s tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pr...

Page 366: ...the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing 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 See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5 69 for additional information Federal Communications Commission FCC and Industry and Science Canada The Tir...

Page 367: ...c tire appears on the Driver Information Center DIC display The low tire pressure warning light and the DIC warning message come on at each ignition cycle until the tires are inflated to the correct inflation pressure Using the DIC tire pressure levels can be viewed by the driver For additional information and details about the DIC operation and displays see DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 50...

Page 368: ... malfunction light and DIC message should go off once you re install the road tire containing the TPMS sensor The TPMS sensor matching process was started but not completed or not completed successfully after rotating the vehicle s tires The DIC message and TPMS malfunction light should go off once the TPMS sensor matching process is performed successfully See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in...

Page 369: ...s 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 need to start over The TPMS sensor matching process is outlined below 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition switch to ON RUN with the engine off 3 Turn the headlamp control from off to parking lamps four times within t...

Page 370: ...level as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label 11 Put the valve caps back on the valve stems Tire Inspection and Rotation We recommend that you regularly inspect your vehicle s tires including the spare tire for signs of wear or damage See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 74 for more information Tires should be rotated every 5 000 to 8 000 miles 8 000 to 13 000 km See Schedule...

Page 371: ...d Specifications on page 5 121 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 wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush...

Page 372: ...ng 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 because of the size or location of the damage The rubber in tires degrades over time even if they are not being used This is also true for the spare tire if your vehicle has one Mu...

Page 373: ... molded onto the tire s sidewall near the tire size If the tires have an all season tread design the TPC spec number will be followed by a MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 5 60 for additional information GM recommends replacing tires in sets of four This is because uniform tread depth on all tires will help keep your vehicle performing most like it did when the tires were new...

Page 374: ...ires as your vehicle s original tires Vehicles equipped with 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 5 67 Your v...

Page 375: ...ntrol and 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 veh...

Page 376: ...s with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the...

Page 377: ...tion of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor ...

Page 378: ...ement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer retailer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer retailer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have th...

Page 379: ...nt Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 85 for more information Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION Putting a used wheel on the vehicle is dangerous You cannot know how it has been u...

Page 380: ...if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires Accessory Inflator Your vehicle may have an accessory inflator system You can inflate things like basketballs and bicycle tires You can also use it to bring your tire pressure up to the proper pressure It is not designed to inflate large objects which will requi...

Page 381: ...top The indicator light will then begin to flash When the indicator is off the inflator can be started again by pressing the switch If the compressor is still hot it may only run for a short time before shutting off again 5 Press and release the switch to turn the inflator off Place the inflator kit tools in the pouch and store it in its proper location Remove the inflator hose from the outlet dur...

Page 382: ...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 wi...

Page 383: ...revent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL 4 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 5 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle 6 Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear of t...

Page 384: ...on page 1 10 for more information The tools you will be using include the wheel wrench A wheel blocks B extension s socket end C handle jack end D and jack E To remove the underbody mounted spare from your vehicle Notice If you remove or restow a tire from to the storage position under the vehicle while it is supported by a jack you could damage the tire and or your vehicle Always remove or restow...

Page 385: ...s on page 2 11 for more information 2 Attach the wheel wrench A to the extension C 3 Insert the socket end of the extension C on a 45 degree angle downward into the hoist drive shaft hole It is exposed when the rear gate is open and is just above the rear bumper Be sure the socket end of the extension C connects to the hoist shaft 5 87 ...

Page 386: ...wer See Secondary Latch System on page 5 94 for more information 5 Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable when the tire has been completely lowered and pull it through the wheel opening 6 Pull the tire out from under the vehicle Notice If you drive away before the spare tire or secondary latch system cable has been reinstalled you could damage your vehicle Always reinstall this cable before dri...

Page 387: ... carefully pry off the center cap 3 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts by turning the nuts one turn counterclockwise Do not remove them yet 4 Turn the jack adjusting knob clockwise by hand to raise the jack lift head 5 Place the handle extension and wheel wrench onto the jack A Front Frame Rear Axle B Jack C Handle D Extension s E Wheel Wrench Front Position Rear Position 5 89 ...

Page 388: ... 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 7 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enou...

Page 389: ...UTION Continued CAUTION Continued When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 85 9 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spar...

Page 390: ...d fall off causing a crash 11 Put the nuts on by hand Make sure the cone shaped end is toward the wheel 12 Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub If a nut cannot be turned by hand use the wheel wrench and see your dealer as soon as possible 13 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 5 92 ...

Page 391: ... with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 121 for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 121 for...

Page 392: ...t tire correctly CAUTION Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed next CAUTION Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely make sure no one is ...

Page 393: ... Tools on page 5 86 5 Turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches 15 cm of cable is exposed 6 Attach the jack handle extension s and the wheel wrench to the jack and place it under the vehicle towards the front of the rear bumper Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire 7 Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the end fitti...

Page 394: ...ocket end of the extension connects to the hoist shaft Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare the rest of the way 13 Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tire out from under the vehicle Notice If you drive away before the spare tire or secondary latch system cable has been reinstalled you could damage your vehicle Always reinst...

Page 395: ...n and suddenly fall from your vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If this happened when your vehicle was being driven the tire might contact a person or another vehicle causing injury and of course damage to itself as well Be sure the underbody mounted spare tire is stored with its valve stem pointing up Notice An aluminum wheel with a flat tire should always be stored under the vehicle wi...

Page 396: ...ed replace the hubcap 3 Make sure the valve stem is pointed up and to the rear 4 Pull the retainer D through the wheel 5 Put the socket end of the extension C through the hole just above the rear bumper at a 45 degree angle downward Connect the socket end of the extension to the hoist shaft B 6 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle Continue turning the wheel wrench A clockwise ...

Page 397: ... in the vehicle as shown next A Handle B Wheel Wrench C Instruction Label D Extension s E Knob F Wheel Blocks and Jack 1 Attach the handle A wheel wrench B and extension D in the slots provided 2 Roll up the instruction label C and return to the slot in the tool kit 3 Assemble the wheel blocks F to the jack 4 Turn the knob E on the jack clockwise to raise the jack head 5 Return the rear seat to it...

Page 398: ...use they will not fit Keep your spare tire and its wheel together Appearance Care Interior Cleaning Your vehicle s interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often Although not always visible dust and dirt can accumulate on your upholstery Dirt can damage carpet fabric leather and plastic surfaces Regular vacuuming is recommended to remove particles from your upholstery It is importa...

Page 399: ...use damage to your vehicle s interior surfaces Heavy pressure or aggressive rubbing with a cleaning cloth Use of heavy pressure can damage your interior and does not improve the effectiveness of soil removal Laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers can leave residue that streaks and attracts dirt For liquid cleaners about 20 drops per gallon 3 78 L of water is a good guide Use only ...

Page 400: ... 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 can 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 naturally Do n...

Page 401: ...an 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 s...

Page 402: ... remove all cleaning agents completely If they are allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle Avoid using high pressure washes closer than 12 inches 30 cm to the surface of the vehicle Use of power washers exceeding 1 200 ps...

Page 403: ...sible Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster Washing with water is all that is usually needed However 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 wa...

Page 404: ...em because the surface could be damaged Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice If you drive your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes you could damage the aluminum or chrome plated wheels The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Never drive a vehicle equipped with aluminum or chrome plated wheels through an automatic car wash th...

Page 405: ...orrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer retailer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout A...

Page 406: ... grime from chrome wheels Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects tires No wiping necessary Wash Wax Concentrate Medium foaming...

Page 407: ...n the inside of the glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts The label has the following information Vehicle Identification Number VIN Model designation Paint information Production options and special equipment Do not remove this label from the vehicle Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment Notice Do not add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your...

Page 408: ...e circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem 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 and circuit breakers 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...

Page 409: ...view on page 5 12 for more information on location Remove the primary cover by pressing the two locking tabs Remove the secondary cover by snapping off while lifting To reinstall the fuse panel cover reverse the sequence Notice Spilling liquid on any electrical components on your vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component 5 111 ...

Page 410: ...es Usage 1 Electrically Controlled Air Suspension 2 Passenger Side High Beam Headlamp Fuses Usage 3 Passenger Side Low Beam Headlamp 4 Back Up Trailer Lamps 5 Driver Side High Beam Headlamp L6 Engine 5 112 ...

Page 411: ...ectric Adjustable Pedal 16 Truck Body Controller Ignition 1 17 Crank 18 Airbag Fuses Usage 19 Trailer Electric Brake 20 Cooling Fan 21 Horn 22 Ignition E 23 Electronic Throttle Control 24 Instrument Panel Cluster Driver Information Center 25 Automatic Shift Lock Control System 26 Transmission Control Module TCM Canister 27 Backup 28 Powertrain Control Module 1 29 Oxygen Sensor 30 Air Conditioning ...

Page 412: ... 56 Air Injection Reactor AIR Pump 58 Vehicle Stability Enhancement System StabiliTrak 59 Regulated Voltage Control Relays Usage 37 Headlamp Washer 38 Rear Window Wiper Washer 39 Fog Lamps 40 Horn 41 Fuel Pump 42 Windshield Washer 43 High Beam Headlamp 44 Air Conditioning 45 Cooling Fan 46 Headlamp Driver Module 47 Starter 49 Electric Adjustable Pedal 55 Air Injection Reactor AIR Solenoid 57 Power...

Page 413: ...es Usage 1 Electrically Controlled Air Suspension 2 Passenger Side High Beam Headlamp Fuses Usage 3 Passenger Side Low Beam Headlamp 4 Back Up Trailer Lamps 5 Driver Side High Beam Headlamp V8 Engine 5 115 ...

Page 414: ... Control Module Canister Vent 16 Truck Body Controller Ignition 1 17 Crank 18 Airbag 19 Trailer Electric Brake Fuses Usage 20 Cooling Fan 21 Horn 22 Ignition E 23 Electronic Throttle Control 24 Instrument Panel Cluster Driver Information Center 25 Automatic Shift Lock Control System 26 Engine 1 27 Backup 28 Powertrain Control Module 1 29 Powertrain Control Module 30 Air Conditioning 31 Injector Ba...

Page 415: ...lamp Driver Module 58 Body Controller 1 59 Electric Adjustable Pedal 61 Vehicle Stability Enhancement System StabiliTrak 62 Regulated Voltage Control Relays Usage 37 Headlamp Washer 38 Rear Window Wiper 39 Fog Lamps 40 Horn 41 Fuel Pump 42 Windshield Washer 43 High Beam Headlamp 44 Air Conditioning 45 Cooling Fan 46 Headlamp Driver Module 47 Starter 49 Electric Adjustable Pedal 60 Powertrain Misce...

Page 416: ...Rear Underseat Fuse Block 5 118 ...

Page 417: ...9 Rear Wiper 10 Driver Door Module 11 Amplifier 12 Passenger Door Module 13 Rear Climate Controls 14 Driver Side Rear Parking Lamps 15 Blank Fuses Usage 16 Vehicle Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 17 Passenger Side Rear Parking Lamps 18 Locks 19 Liftgate Module Driver Seat Module 20 Blank 21 Lock 23 Blank 24 Unlock 25 Blank 26 Blank 27 OnStar Overhead Battery OnStar System 28 Sunroof 5 119 ...

Page 418: ...nditioning B 37 Front Parking Lamps 38 Driver Side Turn Signal 39 Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning 1 40 Truck Body Controller 4 Fuses Usage 41 Radio 42 Trailer Park 43 Passenger Side Turn Signal 44 Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning 45 Rear Fog Lamps 46 Auxiliary Power 1 47 Ignition 0 48 Four Wheel Drive 49 Blank 50 Truck Body Controller Ignition 51 Brakes 52 Truck Body Controller Run 5 120 ...

Page 419: ...tion Capacities English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 4 2L L6 9 7 qt 9 2 L 5 3L V8 11 2 qt 10 6 L 6 0L V8 11 2 qt 10 6 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 2L L6 7 0 qt 6 6 L 5 3L V8 6 0 qt 5 7 L 6 0L V8 6 0 qt 5 7 L 5 121 ...

Page 420: ...140 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Recheck the fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap VORTEC 4 2L L6 S Automatic 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 5 3L V8 M Automatic 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 6 0L V8 H Automatic 0 040 inches 1 01 mm 5 122 ...

Page 421: ...duled Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 15 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 16 Maintenance Record 6 17 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Page 422: ...ant Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition be sure to maintain your vehicle properly Using the Maintenance Schedule We want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition B...

Page 423: ...CAUTION Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In trying to do some jobs you can be seriously injured Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know how and the proper tools and equipment for the job If you have any doubt see your dealer retailer to have a qualified technician do the work See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 5 4 Some maintenance services can ...

Page 424: ... system must be reset Your dealer retailer has trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine 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 5 22 for informat...

Page 425: ...and wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 72 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 6 9 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine coolin...

Page 426: ... 125 000 200 000 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 24 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter severe service See footnotes g and h Change automatic transmission fluid and filter normal service See footnote g Automatic transfer case only Chang...

Page 427: ...c b Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts or signs of wear Inspect power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc c Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Inspect all pipes fittings and clamps replace with genuine parts as needed To help ensure proper o...

Page 428: ...ck or squeak g Inspect hoses for cracks chafing leaks 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 outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or del...

Page 429: ...overed by your warranty Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 5 17 Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 28 Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer fluid reservoir and add the proper fluid if nece...

Page 430: ...other position contact your dealer retailer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake on pa...

Page 431: ...pply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and the transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake...

Page 432: ...L V8 Engine Only The engine requires a special engine oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M Oils meeting this standard can be identified as synthetic and should also be identified with the American Petroleum Institute API Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol However not all synthetic API oils with the starburst symbol will meet this GM standard Look for and use only an oil that meets GM Stand...

Page 433: ... GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Front Axle SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant GM Part No U S 89021677 in Canada 89021678 meeting GM Specification 9986115 Rear Axle Except SS Model SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant GM Part No U S 89021677 in Canada 89021678 meeting GM Specification 9986115 Rear Axl...

Page 434: ... Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood and Door Hinges Body Door Hinge Pins Liftgate Hinge and Linkage Folding Seats and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points and Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Sup...

Page 435: ...er ACDelco Part Number Automatic Transmission Filter Kit 24208576 TF337 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 15036141 A2014C Engine Oil Filter 4 2 L6 89017342 PF61 5 3 V8 89017524 PF48 6 0 V8 89017524 PF48 Spark Plugs 4 2 L6 12598004 41 103 5 3 V8 12571164 41 985 6 0 V8 12571164 41 985 Wiper Blades Front 22 inches 56 cm 15214346 Rear 16 inches 41 cm 15160740 6 15 ...

Page 436: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 4 2L V6 Engine 5 3L V8 and 6 0L V8 Engines 6 16 ...

Page 437: ...ices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 9 can be added on the following record pages You should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17 ...

Page 438: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 ...

Page 439: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 19 ...

Page 440: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 20 ...

Page 441: ...9 Courtesy Transportation 7 10 Collision Damage Repair 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 15 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 15 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 15 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 7 17 Event Data Recorders 7 17 OnStar 7 18 Navigation System ...

Page 442: ... the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 222 1020 In Canada call General Motors of Canada Customer Communication Centre at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number VIN This...

Page 443: ...vent that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after following the procedure outlined in Steps 1 and 2 General Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no charge Mediation Arbitration Program General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory related vehicle service claims The program provides for t...

Page 444: ...n and to register your vehicle My GM Canada Canada only My GM Canada is a password protected section of gmcanada com where you can save information on GM vehicles get personalized offers and use handy tools and forms with greater ease Here are a few of the valuable tools and services you will have access to My Showroom Find and save information on vehicles and current offers in your area My Dealer...

Page 445: ...nce Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 www Chevrolet com 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 2438 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 ...

Page 446: ...cants 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 GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323...

Page 447: ...in Canada 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 Lock out service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle A remote unlock may be available if you have an active OnStar subscription To ensure security the driver must present personal...

Page 448: ...rtation maximum of 40 day This benefit is to assist you with some of the unplanned expense you may incur while waiting for your vehicle to be repaired Pre authorization original detailed receipts and a copy of the repair order are required Once authorization has been given your advisor will help you make any necessary arrangements and explain how to claim for trip interruption expense assistance A...

Page 449: ...is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notification Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service contact your dealer retailer and request an appointment By scheduling a...

Page 450: ...g on the circumstances your dealer can offer you one of the following Shuttle Service Shuttle service is the preferred means of offering Courtesy Transportation Dealers may provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule This includes one way or round trip shuttle service within reasonable time and distance parameters of the dealer s...

Page 451: ...ions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged have the damage repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts Poorly performed collision repairs diminish your vehicle s resale value and safety performance can be co...

Page 452: ...g Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage There are significant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to your GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs by using aftermarket collision parts Some insurance companies will not s...

Page 453: ...surance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle Gather the important information you will need from the other driver Things like name address phone number driver s license number vehicle license plate vehicle make model and model year Vehicle Identification Number VIN insurance company and policy number and a general description of the damage to the other vehicle If po...

Page 454: ...re not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as cost stays within reasonable limits Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a de...

Page 455: ...evrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada call 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair informa...

Page 456: ...chnical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form 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 Detroi...

Page 457: ... near crash like situations such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as How various systems in your vehicle were opera...

Page 458: ... vehicle or vehicle owner OnStar If your vehicle has OnStar and you subscribe to the OnStar services please refer to the OnStar Terms and Conditions for information on data collection and use See also OnStar System on page 2 47 in this manual for more information Navigation System If your vehicle has a navigation system use of the system may result in the storage of destinations addresses telephon...

Page 459: ...rive 5 49 All Wheel Drive AWD System 4 10 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 106 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 107 Antilock Brake System ABS 4 4 Anti lock Brake System Warning Light 3 39 Appearance Care Aluminum Wheels 5 106 Care of Safety Belts 5 103 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 107 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 104 Fabric Carpet 5 101 Finish Care 5 104 Finish Damage 5 107 Instrument Panel Vinyl ...

Page 460: ...nal Lamps 5 53 Buying New Tires 5 75 C Calibration 2 38 2 40 2 42 California Fuel 5 6 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements 5 4 California Proposition 65 Warning 5 4 Canadian Owners ii Capacities and Specifications 5 121 Carbon Monoxide 2 11 2 36 4 29 4 48 Care of Safety Belts 5 103 Cargo Cover 2 57 Cargo Tie Downs 2 58 CD MP3 3 83 Center Console Storage Area 2 55 Chains Tire 5 82 Charging...

Page 461: ...justment 3 28 Rear 3 28 Climate Control System cont Clock Setting 3 66 Collision Damage Repair 7 11 Compass 2 38 2 40 2 42 Competitive Driving 4 13 Content Theft Deterrent 2 15 Control of a Vehicle 4 3 Convenience Net 2 57 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 3 40 Heater Engine 2 23 Cooling System 5 32 Cruise Control 3 10 Cruise Control Light 3 46 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation...

Page 462: ...tain Roads 4 28 In Rain and on Wet Roads 4 26 Off Road 4 14 Driving cont Recovery Hooks 4 34 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 4 34 Winter 4 29 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 3 24 Dual Climate Control System 3 21 DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System 3 89 E EDR 7 17 Electrical System Add On Equipment 5 109 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 111 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 110 Headlamps 5 110 Po...

Page 463: ...azard Warning 3 6 Flash to Pass 3 8 Flat Tire 5 84 Flat Tire Changing 5 85 Flat Tire Storing 5 97 Fluid Automatic Transmission 5 25 Power Steering 5 38 Windshield Washer 5 39 Fog Lamp Fog 3 16 Four Wheel Drive 2 28 5 50 Front Axle 5 51 Fuel 5 5 Additives 5 6 California Fuel 5 6 Check Gas Cap Light 3 48 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 5 10 Filling the Tank 5 8 Fuels in Foreign Countries 5 7 Gage ...

Page 464: ...3 14 Bulb Replacement 5 52 Daytime Running Lamps 3 15 Electrical System 5 110 Headlamps cont Flash to Pass 3 8 Halogen Bulbs 5 52 High Low Beam Changer 3 8 On Reminder 3 14 Heated Seats 1 4 Heater 3 21 Heater 3 24 Highbeam On Light 3 47 High Speed Operation Tires 5 66 Highway Hypnosis 4 28 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 28 Hood Checking Things Under 5 10 Release 5 11 Horn 3 6 How to Wear Safety Belts P...

Page 465: ...ges Warning 3 47 Light cont Check Gas Cap 3 48 Cruise Control 3 46 Gate Ajar 3 47 Highbeam On 3 47 Low Fuel Warning 3 48 Malfunction Indicator 3 41 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 35 Reduced Engine Power 3 46 Safety Belt Reminders 3 33 Security 3 46 Service Four Wheel Drive Warning Light 3 47 StabiliTrak Indicator 3 40 StabiliTrak Service 3 39 Tire Pressure 3 41 Lighting Entry 3 18 Exit 3 18 L...

Page 466: ...2 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 41 Manual Lumbar Controls 1 3 Manual Seats 1 2 Manual Using iii Memory Seat and Pedals 1 4 Message DIC Warnings and Messages 3 53 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview with Compass and Temperature Display 2 42 Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar and Compass 2 38 Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar Compass and Temperature Displ...

Page 467: ...ad Console 2 55 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 Owners Canadian ii P Paint Damage 5 107 Park Brake 2 32 Park P Shifting Into 2 33 Shifting Out of 2 35 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 35 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 35 Passenger Sensing System 1 60 Passing 4 12 PASS KEY III Electronic Immobilizer 2 17 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Operation 2 17 Passlock 2 16 Perchlorate Materials Requir...

Page 468: ...with OnStar Compass and Temperature Display 2 40 Rearview Mirror with OnStar 2 38 Rearview Mirrors 2 37 Reclining Seatbacks 1 6 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Recovery Hooks 4 34 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 42 Reduced Engine Power Light 3 46 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 2 4 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 2 5 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 89 Removing...

Page 469: ...6 Service 5 3 Accessories and Modifications 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 5 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements 5 4 California Proposition 65 Warning 5 4 Doing Your Own Work 5 4 Engine Soon Light 3 41 Four Wheel Drive Warning Light 3 47 Publications Ordering Information 7 15 Service Scheduling Appointments 7 9 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 64 Setting th...

Page 470: ...ht 3 41 Tires 5 58 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 5 106 Buying New Tires 5 75 Chains 5 82 Changing a Flat Tire 5 85 Cleaning 5 106 Different Size 5 77 High Speed Operation 5 66 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 84 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 65 Inflator Accessory 5 82 Inspection and Rotation 5 72 Installing the Spare Tire 5 89 Pressure Monitor Operation 5 69 Pressure Monitor System 5 67 Removing the Flat Tire 5 89 Re...

Page 471: ...3 7 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 7 U Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 78 Universal Home Remote System 2 50 Operation 2 51 Using this Manual iii V Vehicle Control 4 3 Damage Warnings iv Loading 4 35 Symbols iv Vehicle Customization DIC 3 58 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 7 17 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 109 Service Parts Identification Label 5 109 Ventilation Adjustment 3 28 Visors 2...

Page 472: ... 80 Different Size 5 77 Replacement 5 80 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Windows 2 12 Power 2 13 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 105 Washer 3 9 Washer Fluid 5 39 Wiper Blade Replacement 5 55 Wiper Fuses 5 110 Wipers 3 9 Windshield Rear Washer Wiper 3 10 Winter Driving 4 29 Winter Tires 5 59 X XM Radio Messages 3 87 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 107 Y Your Vehicle and the Env...

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