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Chevrolet 2010 Colorado, Owner'S Manual

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New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18

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Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20

Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20

Off-Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13

Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11

Oil

Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-30

Older Children, Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-36
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-5
OnStar, Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-19
OnStar

®

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

Outlet Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
Outlets

Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15

Outside

Convex Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-43
Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-42
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-42

Owner Checks and Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8
Owners, Canadian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii

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Paint, Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-110
Park

Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-34
Shifting Out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36

Parking

Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-33
Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37

Parking Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36
PASS-Key

®

III+ Electronic Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16

PASS-Key

®

III+ Electronic Immobilizer

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16

Passenger Airbag Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23
Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-74
Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
Passlock

®

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16

Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California . . . . . .6-4
Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-39
Power

Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Lumbar Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-35
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13

Pregnancy, Using Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34

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Summary of Contents for 2010 Colorado

Page 1: ...s 3 14 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 3 18 Mirrors 3 39 Storage Areas 3 43 Sunroof 3 46 Instrument Panel 4 1 Instrument Panel Overview 4 3 Climate Controls 4 16 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 4 18 Driver Information Center DIC 4 33 Audio System s 4 41 Driving Your Vehicle 5 1 Your Driving the Road and the Vehicle 5 2 Towing 5 39 Service and Appearance Care 6 1 Service 6 3 Fuel 6 5 Check...

Page 2: ...1 Electrical System 6 112 Capacities and Specifications 6 119 Maintenance Schedule 7 1 Maintenance Schedule 7 2 Customer Assistance Information 8 1 Customer Assistance and Information 8 2 Reporting Safety Defects 8 16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 8 18 Index i 1 ...

Page 3: ... for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer retailer or from On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l adresse suivante Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 1 ...

Page 4: ...sult in property or vehicle damage This would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means Do Not Do not do this or Do not let this happen Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component con...

Page 5: ...ake System ABS g Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Gauge Fuses i Headlamp High Low Beam Changer j LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monitor F Traction Control M Windshield ...

Page 6: ...2 NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...t 1 11 Steering Wheel Adjustment 1 12 Interior Lighting 1 12 Exterior Lighting 1 13 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 14 Climate Controls 1 14 Vehicle Features 1 15 Radio s 1 15 Satellite Radio 1 16 Driver Information Center DIC 1 17 Cruise Control 1 17 Power Outlets 1 18 Performance and Maintenance 1 18 Traction Control System TCS 1 18 StabiliTrak 1 18 Tire Pressure Monitor 1 19 Engine Oil Life System 1 ...

Page 8: ...Instrument Panel Manual Transmission shown Automatic Transmission similar 1 2 ...

Page 9: ... Lamps on page 4 12 If Equipped Exterior Cargo Lamps on page 4 13 G Parking Brake on page 3 33 H Horn on page 4 3 I StabiliTrak System on page 5 6 and Four Wheel Drive on page 3 28 J Audio System s on page 4 41 K Cigarette Lighter If Equipped See Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter on page 4 16 L Climate Control System on page 4 16 M Accessory Power Outlet s on page 4 15 N Passenger Airbag Status Indi...

Page 10: ... away from the vehicle Press UNLOCK to unlock the doors and press LOCK to lock them Press L to sound the horn and to flash the exterior lamps for 30 seconds Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized See Keys on page 3 3 and Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 3 5 Door Locks Manual Door Locks Lock or unlock the door from the outside with the key in the driver or front passenger doo...

Page 11: ...r more information see Door Locks on page 3 7 Power Door Locks on page 3 8 Tailgate Open the tailgate by pulling up on the outside handle while pulling the tailgate down On vehicles with a locking tailgate use the ignition key to unlock it For more information see Tailgate on page 3 10 1 5 ...

Page 12: ...s Use the window crank to open and close each window Power Windows Press or pull up on the front of the switch to open or close the window For more information see Manual Windows on page 3 13 Power Windows on page 3 13 1 6 ...

Page 13: ...t to the desired position and release the bar Power Seats To adjust the seat using the control on the outboard side of it Slide the horizontal control forward or rearward Move the front or rear of the horizontal control up or down Move the entire horizontal control up or down 1 7 ...

Page 14: ...by moving the control forward or rearward Power Lumbar Press and hold the front or rear of the control on the outboard side of the seat until you have the desired lumbar support For more information see Manual Seats on page 2 2 Power Seats on page 2 3 Reclining Seatbacks on page 2 6 Power Lumbar on page 2 4 1 8 ...

Page 15: ...on see Heated Seats on page 2 5 Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly See Head Restraints on page 2 9 Safety Belt Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly Safety Belts They Are for Everyone on page 2 14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 2 19 Lap Shoulder Bel...

Page 16: ...are not affected by this If the vehicle has one of the passenger airbag status indicators pictured in the following illustrations then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started United States Canada See Passenger Sensing System on page 2 74 for important information 1 10 ...

Page 17: ...ror to the desired direction 3 Return the selector switch to the center position once the mirrors are adjusted Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash To fold push the mirror toward the vehicle Push the mirror outward to return to its original position Interior Mirror The automatic dimming inside rearview mirror will automatically reduce the glar...

Page 18: ...dome lamps located in the front and cargo area of the vehicle come on when any door is opened Turn the dome lamps on by turning the thumbwheel located next to the exterior lamps control all the way up In this position the lamps remain on whether a door is opened or closed Reading Lamps Press the lens on the lamps to turn each reading lamp on or off These lamps will not come on with the dome lamps ...

Page 19: ...ior lamps at normal brightness Manual operation of the parking lamps and other exterior lamps 2 Manual operation of the headlamps and other exterior lamps For more information see Exterior Lamps on page 4 10 Daytime Running Lamps DRL on page 4 11 Automatic Headlamp System on page 4 12 Fog Lamps on page 4 12 Exterior Cargo Lamps on page 4 13 1 13 ...

Page 20: ...ns the wipers off Windshield Washer Push the paddle on top of the multifunction lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield See Windshield Wipers on page 4 5 and Windshield Washer on page 4 6 Climate Controls A Temperature Control B Fan Control C Air Delivery Mode Control D Air Conditioning E Air Recirculation See Climate Control System on page 4 16 1 14 ...

Page 21: ...previous or to the next station and stay there For more information about these and other radio features see Audio System s on page 4 41 Setting Preset Stations Radio stations are stored as presets For vehicles with an XM radio a maximum of 30 stations can be stored as presets using the six numbered pushbuttons If the radio does not have XM up to 18 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM can be progr...

Page 22: ... the station NO UPDAT update displays RDS time is broadcast once a minute After tuning to an RDS broadcast station it could take a few minutes for the time to update For detailed instructions on setting the clock for your specific audio system see Setting the Clock on page 4 42 Satellite Radio XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian province...

Page 23: ...cle Personalization Some vehicle features can be personalized through the DIC These features include Language English Spanish or French Automatic Door Locks RKE Feedback For more information see DIC Operation and Displays on page 4 33 Cruise Control The cruise controls are located at the end of the multifunction lever 9 Turns the system off R Turns the system on Use to make the vehicle accelerate ...

Page 24: ...ates and the appropriate DIC message is displayed See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 36 Press and release the button again to turn on traction control For more information see Traction Control System TCS on page 5 8 StabiliTrak The Electronic Stability Control system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions The system turns on automatically every time th...

Page 25: ...nformation label attached to the driver side extended cab door above the door latch post See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 31 The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected You may notice during cooler conditions that the low tire pressure warning light will appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as you drive This may be an early indicator that your tire ...

Page 26: ...been reset 4 Turn the key to LOCK OFF See Engine Oil Life System on page 6 18 Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time When road and weather conditions are appropriate use cru...

Page 27: ...Star Advisor who will assess your problem contact Roadside Assistance and relay exact location to get you the help you need Online Owner Center The Online Owner Center is a complimentary service that includes online service reminders vehicle maintenance tips online owner manual special privileges and more Sign up today at www gmownercenter com chevrolet U S or www gm ca Canada OnStar OnStar uses s...

Page 28: ...o speak with an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day 7 days a week For a full description of OnStar services and system limitations see the OnStar Owner s Guide in the glove box OnStar service is subject to the OnStar terms and conditions included in the OnStar Subscriber Information OnStar service cannot work unless the vehicle is in a place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless service provider...

Page 29: ...em including adequate battery power for the OnStar equipment to operate There are other problems OnStar cannot control that may prevent OnStar from providing OnStar service at any particular time or place Some examples are damage to important parts of the vehicle in a crash hills tall buildings tunnels weather or wireless phone network congestion Your Responsibility Increase the volume of the radi...

Page 30: ...2 NOTES 1 24 ...

Page 31: ...ildren 2 38 Child Restraint Systems 2 42 Where to Put the Restraint 2 44 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 2 46 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 2 59 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position 2 62 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 2 62 Airbag System 2 66 Where Are the Airbags 2 68 When Should an Airbag Inflate 2 70 What Make...

Page 32: ...tle 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 If the vehicle has a manual seat it can be moved forward or rearward 1 Lift the bar to unlock the seat 2 Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place 2 2 ...

Page 33: ...ise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the horizontal control up or down Raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the horizontal control up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire horizontal control up or down Use the vertical control to recline the seatback See Power Reclining Seatbacks under Reclining Seatbacks on ...

Page 34: ...urn the knob to increase or decrease lumbar support Power Lumbar If the vehicle has this feature the control is located on the outboard side of the seat s Press and hold the front of the control until you have the desired lumbar support To decrease lumbar support press and hold the rear of the control 2 4 ...

Page 35: ...eat to the high setting Press LO to turn the heat to the low setting Put the switch in the center position to turn the heat off The ignition must be on for the heated seat feature to work The seat will heat to the last setting if the ignition has been turned off and then turned back on The passenger safety belt must be fastened for the heated seat feature to work on the passenger seat 2 5 ...

Page 36: ...ush a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving WARNING If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked If the seats have manual reclining seatbacks the lever used to operate them is located on the out...

Page 37: ...r to lock the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked To return the seatback to an upright position 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 2 7 ...

Page 38: ...hen buckled up the safety belts cannot do their job when reclined like this The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones Thi...

Page 39: ...s may have adjustable head restraints If the vehicle has rear seats they may have adjustable head restraints Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint 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 2 9 ...

Page 40: ... the seatback forward push the lever on the side of the seat rearward and pull the seatback forward WARNING If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked To return the seatback to the upright position push the seatback all the way back until it lat...

Page 41: ...d before folding the seat down See Rear Storage Area on page 3 44 To store the seat Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 1 Secure the safety belt buckle to the inboard side of the seat with the hook and loop fastener...

Page 42: ...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 To fold the rear seatback s forward 1 Disconnect the rear center safety belt latch from the mini buckle by inserting the tip of the safety belt tongue into the slot on the buckle Let the belt retract 2 12 ...

Page 43: ...e sure the seatback s is locked by pushing and pulling on it WARNING A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted 3 Reconnect the center...

Page 44: ...our safety belt and check that your passenger s are restrained properly too WARNING People riding on the tailgate if equipped can easily lose their balance and fall even when the vehicle is operated at low speeds Falling from a moving vehicle may result in serious injuries or death WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding...

Page 45: ...ven buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 40 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goe...

Page 46: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 2 16 ...

Page 47: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 2 17 ...

Page 48: ...ing a safety belt or not But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted And you can unbuckle a safety belt even if you are upside down Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag...

Page 49: ... for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and infants If a child will be riding in the vehicle see Older Children on page 2 36 or Infants and Young Children on page 2 38 Follow those rules for everyone s protection It is very important for all occupants to buckle up Statistics show tha...

Page 50: ... the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash 2 20 ...

Page 51: ...oo loose It will not give as much protection this way WARNING 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 2 21 ...

Page 52: ...otection this way WARNING 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 2 22 ...

Page 53: ...can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not on the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 2 23 ...

Page 54: ...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 2 24 ...

Page 55: ...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 2 25 ...

Page 56: ...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 2 26 ...

Page 57: ...oss the body WARNING 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 2 27 ...

Page 58: ... shoulder portion of a passenger belt out all the way the child restraint locking feature may be engaged If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Engaging the child restraint locking feature in the right front seating position may affect the passenger sensing system if equipped See Passenger Sensing System on page 2 74 for more information 3 Push the latch plate into t...

Page 59: ...h the button on the buckle The belt should return to its stowed position Slide the latch plate up the safety belt webbing when the safety belt is not in use The latch plate should rest on the stitching on the safety belt near the guide loop on the side wall Before a door is closed be sure the belt is out of the way If a door is slammed against a safety belt damage can occur to both the belt and th...

Page 60: ...is set to the desired position try to move it down without squeezing the release buttons to make sure it has locked into position Safety Belt Pretensioners This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen they are part of the safety belt assembly They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate...

Page 61: ... belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed and properly adjusted the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head Here is how to install a comfort guide to the shoulder belt 1 Slide the guide off of its storage clip located between the interior body and the seatback 2 31 ...

Page 62: ...the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 2 32 ...

Page 63: ...e 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 the safety belt can be removed from the guide Slide the guide back on its storage clip located between the interior ...

Page 64: ...lt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Lap Belt This section is only for the lap belt To learn how to wear a lap shoulder belt see Lap Shoulder Belt on page 2 28 The vehicle may have a center seating position When you sit in the center front seating position ...

Page 65: ...und 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 injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for securing ch...

Page 66: ...elt 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 2 28 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 on the hips touching the thighs If yes continue If no return to the...

Page 67: ... see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 2 28 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 belts properly ...

Page 68: ... 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 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 saf...

Page 69: ...r them Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people or can be thrown out of the vehicle WARNING Never do this Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle Due to crash forces an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to ...

Page 70: ...ever put a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat Secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat It is also better to secure a forward facing child restraint in a rear seat If you must secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go 2 40 ...

Page 71: ... restraints available for children with special needs WARNING To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during a crash infants need complete support This is because an infant s neck is not fully developed Continued WARNING Continued and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing child restraint settles into the restraint so the crash forces ca...

Page 72: ...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 2 42 ...

Page 73: ...ion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 2 46 for more information A child can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and to this ...

Page 74: ...rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys WARNING A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can...

Page 75: ...re a child restraint in a rear seat Do not use child restraints in the center front seat position When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position study the instructions that came with your child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle If your vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint we recommend that rear facing child restra...

Page 76: ...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 77: ...Either will have a single attachment B to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached Be sure to read and follow the instructions ...

Page 78: ... i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors j Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors Extended Cab Rear Seat i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors j Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors 2 48 ...

Page 79: ...ack meets the back of the seat cushion For extended cab models with rear seats there are exposed metal lower anchors for each rear seating position attached to the back wall near the seat cushion To assist you in locating the lower anchors place your hand in a palm up position and reach up between the seat cushion and the seatback To assist you in locating the top tether anchors the top tether anc...

Page 80: ...de of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Extended Cab Rear Seat The top tether anchors in an extended cab model are located on the center of the back wall behind a removable cover for the rear seating positions Be sure to use an anchor located nearest to the seating position where the child restraint will be placed 2 50 ...

Page 81: ...rward to access the anchor Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat See Where to Put the ...

Page 82: ...s or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with the child restraint and the instructions in this manual WARNING Do not attach more than one child restraint to a single anchor Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injur...

Page 83: ...sary move buckled safety belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments Do not fold the empty rear seat with a safety belt buckled This could damage the safety belt or the seat Unbuckle and return the safety belt to its stowed position before folding the seat Crew Cab Rear Seat 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 If the child restraint manufacturer s instructions recommends that the top tether b...

Page 84: ... or head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the head restraint If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether raise the headrest or head restraint and route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts 2 54 ...

Page 85: ...re it is secured properly 3 Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower anchors If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 3 1 Find the lower anchors for the ...

Page 86: ...re the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors D for the desired seating position 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 1 3 Attach the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors D in the vehicle The child restraint instructions will show you h...

Page 87: ... system it is designed to turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag when an infant in a rear facing infant seat or a small child in a forward facing child restraint or booster seat is detected See Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 2 62 and Passenger Sensing System on page 2 74 for important safety information and additional information on installing a chil...

Page 88: ...traint and you are using a single tether raise the headrest or head restraint and route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts If the position you are using has a fixed or adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether around the headrest or head restraint 3 Attach and tighten the top tether accord...

Page 89: ... 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 in...

Page 90: ... 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 5 If your child restraint has a top tether attach the top tether to the top tether anchor See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 2 46 2 60 ...

Page 91: ...u may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Tighten the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 2 46 8 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 and let it go back all the way If the top tether is attached to a...

Page 92: ...nder certain conditions See Passenger Sensing System on page 2 74 and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 4 23 for more information on this including important safety information A label on the 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 WARNING A child in a rear facing child restraint can ...

Page 93: ...en LATCH on page 2 46 for how and where to install your child restraint using LATCH If a child restraint is secured using a safety belt and it uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 2 46 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if th...

Page 94: ...e rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 6 If the vehicle does not have a rear seat and the child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether anchor attach the top tether to the top tether anchor Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and to Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 2 46 2 64 ...

Page 95: ...n different directions to be sure it is secure If the vehicle is equipped with the passenger sensing system and when the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag the off indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 4 23 If a child restraint has been insta...

Page 96: ... Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts Even though today s airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system WARNING You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your saf...

Page 97: ...Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer Continued WARNING Continued protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child re...

Page 98: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 2 68 ...

Page 99: ... or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof rail airbags by routing a rope or tie down through any ...

Page 100: ... 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 Frontal airbags...

Page 101: ...ator Gas from the inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover and deploy The inflator the airbag and related hardware are all part of the airbag module Frontal airbag modules are located inside the steering wheel and instrument panel For vehicles with roof rail airbags there are airbag modules in the ceiling of the vehicle near the side windows that have occupant seating po...

Page 102: ...ent people from leaving the vehicle WARNING When an airbag inflates there may be dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates then get fresh air by ope...

Page 103: ... 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 there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts Your v...

Page 104: ...ditions The driver airbag is not affected by the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger seat The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the right front passenger frontal airbag should be enabled may inflate or not According to accident statistics children and infants are...

Page 105: ...he right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat If your vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint a rear facing child restraint should not be installed in the vehicle even if the airbag is off The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front p...

Page 106: ... 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 or may not turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag depending upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in your vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there i...

Page 107: ...ild restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit turn the vehicle off Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion if adjustable to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this happens adjust the head restraint Se...

Page 108: ...detect that person and enable the right front passenger frontal airbag 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 Remove any additional material from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers 3 Place the seatback in the fully upright position 4 Have the person sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with legs comfortably extended 5 Restart the vehicle and have the pe...

Page 109: ... some adult size occupants If this happens let the belt go back all the way and start again A thick layer of additional material such as a blanket or cushion or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers seat heaters and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates We recommend that you not use seat covers or other aftermarket equipment except when approved by GM for you...

Page 110: ...e procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle Q Is there anything I might add to or change about the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change the vehicle s frame bumper system height front end or side sheet metal they may keep the airbag system from working pr...

Page 111: ...tem on page 2 74 If you have any questions call Customer Assistance The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 8 2 Q Because I have a disability I have to get my vehicle modified How can I find out whether this will affect my airbag system A If you have questions call Cust...

Page 112: ... the safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 4 21 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page 6 106 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 4 22 for more information Notice If an airbag covering i...

Page 113: ...ty belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer retailer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced If the 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 safety belt or LATCH system if equipped was not being used at the time of...

Page 114: ...2 NOTES 2 84 ...

Page 115: ...er Windows 3 13 Sun Visors 3 14 Theft Deterrent Systems 3 14 Content Theft Deterrent 3 14 Passlock U S Only 3 16 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer 3 16 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Operation Canada Only 3 16 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 3 18 New Vehicle Break In 3 18 Ignition Positions 3 19 Retained Accessory Power RAP 3 20 Starting the Engine 3 20 Engine Coolant Heater 3 22 Automa...

Page 116: ...ne Exhaust 3 37 Running the Vehicle While Parked 3 38 Mirrors 3 39 Manual Rearview Mirror 3 39 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 3 39 Compass 3 40 Outside Manual Mirrors 3 42 Outside Power Mirrors 3 42 Outside Convex Mirror 3 43 Storage Areas 3 43 Glove Box 3 43 Cupholders 3 43 Center Console Storage 3 44 Assist Handles 3 44 Rear Storage Area 3 44 Sunroof 3 46 3 2 ...

Page 117: ...They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and children 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 The key can be used for the ignition all door locks and the tailgate 3 3 ...

Page 118: ...deral Communications Commission FCC Rules and RSS 210 211 of Industry Canada Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range try this Check the distance The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle Stand closer during rainy or snowy weather Check the location Oth...

Page 119: ...d the horn may sound If a door is open or ajar when LOCK is pressed the horn sounds several times to let you know the doors did not lock and the content theft deterrent system is not armed Pressing LOCK again while the horn is sounding or within three seconds after the horn stops sounding the doors lock but the content theft deterrent system does not arm until the opened door is closed Different f...

Page 120: ...work once the new transmitter is programmed Each vehicle can have up to four transmitters programmed to it Battery Replacement Notice When replacing the battery do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter Static from your body could damage the transmitter To replace the battery 1 Separate the transmitter with a flat thin object inserted in the slot between the covers of the transmitter ho...

Page 121: ... unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening To lock or unlock the door from the outside use the key in the driver or front passe...

Page 122: ...ess entry system it has an automatic lock unlock feature If the vehicle has an automatic transmission it is programmed from the factory to lock all doors automatically when the shift lever is moved out of P Park All the doors will unlock when the shift lever is moved back into P Park If the vehicle has a manual transmission it is programmed from the factory to lock all the doors when the vehicle s...

Page 123: ...d open the door from the outside To disengage the security locks 1 Open one of the rear doors 2 Using the ignition key turn the lock to the vertical position 3 Close the door 4 Repeat these steps on the other rear door Lockout Protection If the vehicle has power door locks this feature protects you from locking the key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition and a door is open If the power ...

Page 124: ...lt in serious injuries or death Do not allow people to ride on the tailgate Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly Open the tailgate by pulling up on the outside handle while pulling the tailgate down When the tailgate is shut be sure it is latched securely On vehicles with a locking tailgate use the ignition key Turn the key counterclockwise to lock the tai...

Page 125: ...mbly Reverse the procedure to reinstall the tailgate Make sure it is secure To partially lower the tailgate 1 With the tailgate fully open lift up slightly on the entire tailgate assembly Tailgate Partially Down 2 Remove the retaining cable from the passenger side of the tailgate by pulling the clip away from the bolt head while pushing the cable bracket forward When the larger part of the hole on...

Page 126: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 3 12 ...

Page 127: ...ows will function and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave keys in a vehicle with children Continued WARNING Continued When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows On vehicles with power windows the switches on the driver s door armrest control both windows The pa...

Page 128: ...d slide the cover to expose the mirror Theft Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities This vehicle has theft deterrent features however they do not make it impossible to steal Content Theft Deterrent If your vehicle has the Remote Keyless Entry RKE system the vehicle has a content theft deterrent alarm system To activate the content theft deterrent system 1 Close a...

Page 129: ...eft deterrent system the vehicle should be locked with the door key after the doors are closed Always unlock a door with the RKE transmitter Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm If you set off the alarm by accident you can turn off the alarm by pressing unlock on the RKE transmitter The alarm will not stop if you try to unlock a door any other way Testing the Alarm To test the ala...

Page 130: ...call the Roadside Assistance Center See Roadside Assistance Program on page 8 8 Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8 20 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and RSS 210 211 of Industry Canada PASS Key III Electro...

Page 131: ...start the engine If the engine does 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 does not start see your dealer retailer for service 5 After the engine has started turn the key to LOC...

Page 132: ... 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 133: ...Park to turn the ignition switch to LOCK OFF The steering can bind with the wheels turned off center If this happens move the steering wheel from right to left while turning the key to ACC ACCESSORY If this doesn t work then the vehicle needs service B ACC ACCESSORY This is the position in which you can operate the electrical accessories or items plugged into the accessory power outlets On automat...

Page 134: ...wer Windows These features work when the key is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY Once the key is turned from ON RUN to LOCK OFF power to these features continue to work for up to 20 minutes or until a door is opened Starting the Engine Place the transmission in the proper gear Automatic Transmission Move the shift lever to P Park or N Neutral The engine will not start in any other position To restart th...

Page 135: ...the key to the START position immediately after cranking has ended can overheat and damage the cranking motor and drain the battery Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to let the cranking motor cool down 2 If the engine does not start after 5 10 seconds especially in very cold weather below 0 F or 18 C it could be flooded with too much gasoline Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the f...

Page 136: ...partment behind the underhood fuse block on the driver side of the vehicle 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet WARNING Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will n...

Page 137: ... It is the best position to use when you start the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily WARNING It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could...

Page 138: ...ging the transmission see If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 5 29 N Neutral In this position the engine does not connect with the wheels To restart the engine when the vehicle is are already moving use N Neutral only WARNING Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could move ve...

Page 139: ...g a trailer so there is less shifting between gears and when going down a steep hill 2 Second This position reduces vehicle speed even more than 3 Third without using the brakes You can use 2 Second to help control vehicle speed on steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use the brakes off and on 1 First This position reduces vehicle speed even more than 2 Second without using the bra...

Page 140: ...ch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to Neutral Neutral Use this position when you start or idle the engine R Reverse To back up press the clutch pedal After the vehicle stops shift into R Reverse Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press ...

Page 141: ...you accelerate it is normal for the light to go on and off if you quickly change the position of the accelerator Ignore the shift light when you downshift If the vehicle has four wheel drive and has a manual transmission disregard the shift light when the transfer case is in four wheel low Shift Speeds WARNING If you skip a gear when you downshift you could lose control of the vehicle You could in...

Page 142: ...our flat tire repaired and or replaced You could damage the vehicle and the repair costs would not be covered by your warranty Never use four wheel drive when the different size spare tire is installed on the vehicle Notice If the vehicle has four wheel drive and the compact spare tire is installed on the vehicle do not drive in four wheel drive until you can have the flat tire repaired and or rep...

Page 143: ...gh This setting engages the front axle to help drive the vehicle Use four wheel high when you need extra traction such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off road situations 4 n Four Wheel Low This setting also engages the front axle to give you extra traction It sends the maximum power to all four wheels You might choose four wheel low if you were driving off road in sand mud or deep snow and wh...

Page 144: ...ssion to have the light stop flashing Shifting from Two Wheel High or Four Wheel High to Four Wheel Low To shift from Two Wheel High or Four Wheel High to Four Wheel Low the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph 5 km h with the transmission in N Neutral for an automatic transmission or the clutch pedal pressed for a manual transmission The preferred method for shifting into Four Wheel ...

Page 145: ... clutch pedal If the Four Wheel High or Two Wheel High button is pressed when the vehicle is in gear and or moving faster than 3 mph 5km h the Four Wheel High or Two Wheel High indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but not complete the shift Shifting to Neutral Use N Neutral when you plan to tow the vehicle See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 5 39 for towing instructions To shift the trans...

Page 146: ...gnition to LOCK OFF Shifting Out of Neutral After towing the vehicle you will have to shift out of N Neutral in order to drive To shift out of N Neutral do the following 1 Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal 2 Start a vehicle with an automatic transmission in P Park Use 1 First for vehicles with a manual transmission 3 Shift the transmission to N Neutral or press the clutch ped...

Page 147: ...vehicle is moving below 3 mph 5 km h See Brake System Warning Light on page 4 24 To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the bottom edge of the lever located above the parking brake pedal with the parking brake symbol directly rearward to release the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released the brake system warning light will go off Notice ...

Page 148: ...ge 5 46 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 3 33 for more information WARNING If you have four wheel drive the vehicle will be free to roll even if the shift lever is in P Park if the transfer case is in Neutral So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear two wheel high 2H or four wheel high 4H or four wheel low 4L not in Neutral...

Page 149: ...ark without first pulling it toward you If you can the shift lever was not fully locked into P Park Torque Lock Automatic Transmission If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift the transmission into P Park properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of P Park This is called torque lo...

Page 150: ...r jump starting the battery See Jump Starting on page 6 41 for more information To shift out of P Park use the following 1 Apply the brake pedal 2 Move the shift lever to the desired position If you still are unable to shift out of P Park 1 Ease the pressure on the shift lever 2 While holding down the brake pedal push the shift lever all the way into P Park 3 Move the shift lever to the desired po...

Page 151: ... underbody airflow or tail pipes The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different Continued WARNING Continued The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage The vehicle s exhaust system has been modified damaged or improperly repaired There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or after market modifications that are not completely sealed If unusual fumes are detected or if it...

Page 152: ...ehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have Continued WARNING Continued left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when it is on fairly level ground always set the parking brake and move the automatic transmission shift lever to P Park or the manual transmissio...

Page 153: ... the Mirror Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror Use a soft towel dampened with water Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror Automatic dimming reduces the glare of lights from behind the vehicle The mirror may also have OnStar and or a compass and outside temperature display Control buttons for the OnStar system are at the bo...

Page 154: ...ed period see your dealer retailer Cleaning the Mirror Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror Use a soft towel dampened with water Compass Compass Operation Press Y b or depending on the mirror press O once to turn the display on or off Compass Calibration The compass may need calibration if CAL is displayed while driving in the vehicle After approximately five seconds the display does ...

Page 155: ...riance The mirror is set to zone eight If you do not live in zone eight or drive out of the area the compass variance needs to be changed to the appropriate zone To adjust for compass variance 1 Find the current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press and hold Y b O until Z and or a zone number displays 3 Press Y b O repeatedly until the new zone number displays After y...

Page 156: ...e driver or passenger mirror 2 Press one of the four buttons located on the control pad to move the mirror to the desired direction 3 Return the selector switch to the center position once the mirrors are adjusted If the mirror begins making a ratcheting sound the mirror has reached the end of its travel and can go no farther in that direction To stop the sound reverse the mirror direction using t...

Page 157: ...up on the glove box lever to open it Cupholders This vehicle may have two cupholders located on the lower part of the front doors as well as two cupholders located at the front end of the console Vehicles with bench seats may have cupholders attached to the front of the center seat For vehicles that are an extended cab or crew cab model the vehicle also has two rear cupholders On crew cab models t...

Page 158: ...ift up on the lower tab to release the latch Then raise the lid of the lower storage area The upper storage area will lift up with the lid of the lower storage area To close the storage area s lower the lid s until you feel the latch close Assist Handles This vehicle may have assist handles to be used when getting out of the vehicle The assist handles are located above the doors If the vehicle has...

Page 159: ...To open a storage box unhook the bottom and lift the two latches on each side of the storage box Lift the lid from the center area to access the storage box 3 45 ...

Page 160: ... close the sunroof Release the button when the desired position is reached The sunshade must be opened manually Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the tracks that could cause an issue with sunroof operation noise or plug the water frainage system Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth...

Page 161: ...own Protection 4 15 Accessory Power Outlet s 4 15 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 4 16 Climate Controls 4 16 Climate Control System 4 16 Outlet Adjustment 4 18 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 4 18 Instrument Panel Cluster 4 18 Speedometer and Odometer 4 20 Trip Odometer 4 20 Tachometer 4 20 Safety Belt Reminders 4 21 Airbag Readiness Light 4 22 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 4 23 Charging ...

Page 162: ...splays 4 33 DIC Warnings and Messages 4 36 Audio System s 4 41 Setting the Clock 4 42 Radio s 4 42 Using an MP3 4 55 XM Radio Messages 4 59 Theft Deterrent Feature 4 60 Radio Reception 4 60 Fixed Mast Antenna 4 61 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 4 61 Chime Level Adjustment 4 61 4 2 ...

Page 163: ...ess again to turn the flashers off The turn signals do not work while the hazard warning flashers are on Horn To sound the horn press the horn symbol on the steering wheel pad Tilt Wheel To adjust the steering wheel 1 Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you 2 Move the steering wheel up or down into a comfortable position 3 Release the lever to lock the wheel in place Do not adjust th...

Page 164: ... change Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change Hold it there until the lane change is complete The lever returns to its starting position when it is released If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or do not come on a signal bulb may be burned out Have the bulbs replaced If ...

Page 165: ...dlamps are on Flash to Pass This feature lets you use the high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass It works even if the headlamps are in the automatic position To use it pull the turn signal lever toward you then release it If the headlamps are in the automatic position or on low beam the high beam headlamps will turn on They will stay on as long as the lever is...

Page 166: ...he delay settings 9 Off Turns the wipers off Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades before using them If frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them Damaged wiper blades should be replaced Windshield Washer WARNING In freezing weather do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision QL Washer Fluid The...

Page 167: ...lippery 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 If the vehicle s StabiliTrak Traction Control System TCS begins to limit wheel spin while the cruise control is on the cruise control automatically disengages See StabiliTrak System on page 5 6 or Traction Control System TCS on page 5 8 Whe...

Page 168: ...al This light on the instrument panel cluster comes on while the cruise control is on Resuming a Set Speed If the cruise control is set to a desired speed and then the brake is applied the cruise control is disengaged But it does not need to be reset Once the vehicle is going about 40 km h 25 mph or more move the cruise control switch briefly from R to S The vehicle will go right back up to your c...

Page 169: ...er Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed When you take your foot off the pedal the vehicle slows down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control works on hills depends upon the vehicle speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you might have to step on the accel...

Page 170: ...e Daytime Running Lamps DRL AUTO Turns the headlamps on automatically at normal brightness together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Parking Lamps Instrument Panel Lights See Automatic Headlamp System on page 4 12 for more information Parking Lamps Turns on the parking lamps together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights 2 Headlamps ...

Page 171: ...ont of your vehicle during the day Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system will come on when the following conditions are met The ignition is on The exterior lamps control is in AUTO The transmission is not in P Park if you have an automatic transmission The light sensor determines it is daytime When the DRL are on only the parking la...

Page 172: ...affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only be affected when the light sensor detects a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay If the vehicle is started in a dark garage the automatic headlamp system will come on immediately Once the vehicle leaves the garage it will take about one minute for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is light outside Duri...

Page 173: ...ent panel lights and the radio display The instrument panel lights cluster and radio display do not dim to complete darkness The instrument panel light brightness control will only work if the headlamps or parking lamps are on See Exterior Lamps on page 4 10 Dome Lamp The dome lamps located in the front and cargo area of the vehicle come on when any door is opened Turn the dome lamps on by turning...

Page 174: ...d The battery can be discharged at idle if the electrical loads are very high This is true for all vehicles This is because the generator alternator may not be spinning fast enough at idle to produce all the power that is needed for very high electrical loads A high electrical load occurs when several of the following are on such as headlamps high beams fog lamps rear window defogger climate contr...

Page 175: ...s the maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer retailer for additional information on accessory power outlets Notice Adding any electrical equipment to the vehicle can damage it or keep other components from working as they...

Page 176: ...nd let go When it is ready it will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating does not let the lighter back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from overheating can occur to the lighter or heating element or a fuse could be blown Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating Climate Controls Climate Control System The heating cooling a...

Page 177: ... and side window outlets When this mode is selected the system runs the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is near or below freezing Recirculation is not available in this mode Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear Air Conditioning Press to turn the air conditioning system on or off An indicator light on the button comes on to show that the air conditioni...

Page 178: ...se an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury Warning lights come on when there might be or there is a problem with one of the vehicle s functions Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gauges can indicate when there might be or there is a problem with one of the vehicle s functions ...

Page 179: ...United States automatic transmission 2 9L version shown Canada manual transmission 3 7L and 5 3L similar 4 19 ...

Page 180: ...aced the new one will automatically detect and update the vehicle s accumulated mileage Trip Odometer The vehicle has a trip odometer that indicates how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last set to zero See Trip Odometer under DIC Operation and Displays on page 4 33 for more information Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Not...

Page 181: ...r safety belt reminder light several seconds after the engine is started a chime sounds for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt The passenger safety belt light located on the instrument panel comes on and stays on for several seconds and then flashes for several more This chime and light are repeated if the passenger remains unbuckled and the vehicle is in mot...

Page 182: ...shes for a few seconds when the engine is started If the light does not come on then have it fixed immediately WARNING If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving it means the airbag system might not be working properly The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a crash To help avoid injury have the v...

Page 183: ...ht either ON or OFF or either the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the right front passenger frontal airbag If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag is enabled may inflate If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has t...

Page 184: ...ator drive belt or that there is an electrical problem Have it checked right away If the vehicle must be driven a short distance with the light on turn off accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Up Shift Light The vehicle may have an up shift light When this light comes on shift to the next higher gear if weather road and traffic conditions allow See Manual Transmission Operation on pag...

Page 185: ...ake pedal might be harder to push or it might go closer to the floor It can take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle on page 5 39 WARNING The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash If the light is still on after the vehicle ha...

Page 186: ...arting the engine If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer retailer If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off The light flashes while the StabiliTrak system and TCS are working to assist the driver with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions If the StabiliTrak system and TCS light comes on and stays on while driving and a TRACTIO...

Page 187: ...re Light For vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system this light comes on briefly when the engine is started It provides information about tire pressures and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System When the Light is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires is significantly underinflated A tire pressure message in the Driver Information Center DIC can accompany the light See Driver...

Page 188: ...indicates that there is an OBD II problem and service is required Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent Being aware of the light can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle This system assists the service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice If the vehicle is continually driven with this light on after a while the emission controls mi...

Page 189: ...on might be corrected by doing the following Make sure the fuel cap is fully installed See Filling the Tank on page 6 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 A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off If the vehicle has been driven thro...

Page 190: ...stem determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if the battery has recently been replaced 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...

Page 191: ...d it might have some other system problem Security Light For information regarding this light and the vehicle s security system see Content Theft Deterrent on page 3 14 Cruise Control Light The cruise control light comes on whenever the cruise control is set The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off See Cruise Control on page 4 7 for more information Highbeam On Light This light com...

Page 192: ... the gauge reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated For example the gauge may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gauge moves a little while turning a corner or speeding up The gauge does not go back to empty when the ignition is turned off When the fuel in the ...

Page 193: ...er reset stem is located on the instrument panel cluster next to the DIC display Trip Information Odometer The odometer is automatically displayed on the DIC when you start the vehicle The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven in either miles for the United States or kilometers for Canada Trip Odometer Press and release the reset stem until TRIP appears on the DIC display T...

Page 194: ...s and release the reset stem All DIC messages will now display in the language selected Automatic Door Locks This feature allows you to program the door locks to a preferred setting To set your choice for this feature 1 With the engine off turn the key to LOCK OFF Do not remove the key from the ignition 2 Press and hold the power door lock button until the DIC display shows the current door lock m...

Page 195: ...all of the doors when the vehicle speed is greater than 15 mph 24 km h The doors will not automatically unlock Remote Keyless Entry RKE Feedback This feature allows you to program the Remote Keyless Entry RKE feedback to a preferred setting To set your choice for this feature 1 With the engine off turn the key to LOCK OFF Do not remove the key from the ignition 2 Press and hold the lock and unlock...

Page 196: ...DIC to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed by the driver to correct the condition Multiple messages may appear one after another The messages are displayed for several seconds each Some messages may not require immediate action but you should press and release the trip odometer reset stem to acknowledge that you received the messages and ...

Page 197: ...kes on page 6 37 and Brake System Warning Light on page 4 24 for more information Press and release the reset stem to acknowledge the message and clear it from the display CHANGE OIL This message displays when the oil needs to be changed Check the oil in your vehicle as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced by your dealer retailer See Engine Oil on page 6 15 and Scheduled Maintenance on ...

Page 198: ...EL This message displays if the level of fuel in the vehicle is low Also check the fuel gauge See Fuel Gauge on page 4 32 for more information Refill the fuel tank as soon as possible LOW TIRE This message displays if a low tire pressure is detected in any of the vehicle s tires Press and release the reset stem to acknowledge the message and clear it from the display The message appears at each ig...

Page 199: ...nsfer case control system Check the transfer case on your vehicle and have it serviced by your dealer retailer See Four Wheel Drive on page 3 28 for more information about the transfer case Press and release the reset stem to acknowledge the message and clear it from the display SERV Service TPM Tire Pressure Monitor This message displays if a part on the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS is not w...

Page 200: ... by your dealer retailer See StabiliTrak System on page 5 6 for more information STAB Stability SYS System OFF This message displays when the StabiliTrak system is turned off See StabiliTrak System on page 5 6 for more information TRAC Traction OFF This message displays when the Traction Control System TCS is turned off by pressing the StabiliTrak button See StabiliTrak System on page 5 6 for more...

Page 201: ...tice Contact your dealer retailer before adding any equipment Adding audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the vehicle s engine radio or other systems and could damage them Follow federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone equipment Notice The chime signals related to safety belts parking brake and other functions of your vehicle operate through the radio en...

Page 202: ...button until the correct minute displays The time 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 HR and MIN buttons at the same time until RDS TIME displays To accept this time press and hold the HR and MIN buttons at the same time for another two seconds If the time is not available from the stati...

Page 203: ...ns Seek to stations with traffic announcements This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available In rare cases a radio station could broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While the radio is tuned to an RDS station the station name or call l...

Page 204: ...gory or PTY Channel Number Channel Name To change the default on the display press the DISPL knob until you see the desired display then press and hold this knob for two seconds The radio produces one beep The selected display is now the default AUTO VOL Automatic Volume Automatic volume automatically adjusts the audio system to make up for road and wind noise while driving Set the volume at the d...

Page 205: ...oes to the first preset station stored on the pushbuttons plays for a few seconds then goes to the next preset station Press either arrow again to stop scanning presets q SCAN r Press and hold for more than two seconds SCAN or SCN displays and the radio produces one beep The radio goes to a station plays for a few seconds then goes to the next station Press either SCAN arrow again to stop scanning...

Page 206: ...that was stored returns 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Push and release until BASS TREB or depending on the radio BASS MID or TREB displays Turn to increase or to decrease The tone display shows the bass or the treble level If a station is weak or has static decrease the treble For the AM FM Radio press and hold the w x arrows to increase or to decrease t...

Page 207: ...zz talk pop rock and classical To return to the manual mode press the AUTO EQ button until CUSTOM displays Then manually adjust the bass treble or bass midrange treble by using the AUDIO knob Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release until BAL balance displays Turn to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers...

Page 208: ... any button for the radio to perform that function or wait five seconds for the display to return to time of day Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until a beep sounds CEN center displays Fade might not be available if the vehicle is a regular cab model Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the P TYPE to activa...

Page 209: ...itch to stations with 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 Setting Preset PTYs RDS Only For the Radio with CD player the six pushbuttons have factory PTY presets Up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 can be programmed on the n...

Page 210: ...he information symbol or INFO disappears from the display until another new message is received The last message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button The last message stays on the display until a new message is received or the radio is tuned to a different station When a message is not available from a station NO INFO displays TRAF Traffic For the Radio with CD if TRAF displays the tuned s...

Page 211: ...s required to receive the XM service For more information contact XM at xmradio com or call 1 800 929 2100 in the U S and xmradio ca or call 1 877 438 9677 in Canada Radio Messages for XM Only See XM Radio Messages on page 4 59 later in this section for further detail Playing a CD Radio with Single CD Player Insert a CD partway into the slot label side up The player pulls it in and READING display...

Page 212: ...d clean it Make sure the wiping process starts from the center to the edge Care of Your CD Player Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the ...

Page 213: ...he previous track Press the right arrow to go to the start of the next track Pressing either arrow for more than two seconds scans the next tracks playing the first eight seconds of each track until all of the tracks have been previewed Press either arrow again to stop scanning and to play the track o TUNE p Turning this knob fast tracks reverse or advances through tracks The track number displays...

Page 214: ...hen the road becomes smoother the CD should play The CD is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again The format of the CD might not be compatible See Using an MP3 on page 4 55 later in this section There could have been a problem while burning the CD The label could be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other rea...

Page 215: ...rs 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 WMA CD R that was recorded using no file folders The system can support up to 11 folders in depth though keep the depth of the folders to a minimum in order to keep down t...

Page 216: ... and then go to the root folder When the radio displays the name of the folder the radio displays ROOT Order of Play Tracks are played in the following order 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 of the first playlist If the CD does...

Page 217: ...opped if it was the last selected audio source As each new track starts to play the track number displays 1 FLD x Previous Folder Press this button to go to the first track in the previous folder Pressing this button while in folder random mode takes you to the previous folder and plays the tracks in random order in that folder 2 FLD w Next Folder Press this button to go to the first track in the ...

Page 218: ...rning this knob while in random fast tracks reverse or advances the tracks in sequential order DISPL Display Press this knob to switch between track mode folder playlist mode and time of day mode The display shows only eight characters but there can be up to four pages of text If there are more than eight characters in the song folder or playlist name pressing this knob within two seconds takes yo...

Page 219: ...er channel CH Unavl This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned Tune to another station If this station was one of the presets choose another station for that preset button Unauth This channel is blocked or cannot be received with your XM Subscription package No Info No artist song title category or text information is available at this time on this channel The system is working properl...

Page 220: ...rference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers vehicle convenience accessories and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet If there is interference or static unplug the item from the accessory power outlet AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range can cause station ...

Page 221: ...nt straighten it out by hand If the mast is badly bent replace it Occasionally check to make sure the antenna is tightened to its base If tightening is required tighten by hand until fully seated plus one quarter turn XM Satellite Radio Antenna System The XM Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of the vehicle Keep the antenna clear of obstructions for clear radio reception If the vehicle...

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Page 223: ... of Control 5 11 Off Road Driving 5 13 Driving at Night 5 24 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 5 24 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 5 25 Highway Hypnosis 5 25 Hill and Mountain Roads 5 26 Winter Driving 5 27 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 29 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 5 30 Recovery Hooks 5 30 Loading the Vehicle 5 31 Truck Camper Loading Information 5 38 Pickup Conversion ...

Page 224: ... 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 225: ...hicle Adding non dealer non retailer accessories can affect vehicle performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 6 3 Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 4 24 Braking action involves perception time and reaction time Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time Actually doing it is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths of a second But that is only an ...

Page 226: ...er to push down If the engine stops there will still be some power brake assist but it will be used when the brake is applied Once the power assist is used up it can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Adding non dealer non retailer accessories can affect vehicle performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 6 3 Antilock Brake System ABS This vehicle has the Anti...

Page 227: ... Using ABS Do not pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let antilock work The brakes might vibrate or some noise might be heard but this is normal Braking in Emergencies ABS allows the driver to steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help more than even the very best braking Brake Assist This vehicle has a Brake Assist feature designed to assist the d...

Page 228: ...engaged when road conditions allow See Cruise Control on page 4 7 If there is a problem detected with StabiliTrak a SERVICE STAB SYS message displays on the Driver Information Center DIC See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 36 for more information When this message is displayed the system is not working Adjust your driving accordingly StabiliTrak and Traction Control TCS come on automatically w...

Page 229: ... StabiliTrak TCS button until the TRAC OFF and STAB SYS OFF messages come on the DIC and the StabiliTrak TCS light comes on the instrument panel To turn TCS and StabiliTrak back on press and release the StabiliTrak TCS button When the TCS or StabiliTrak system is turned off the StabiliTrak TCS light and the appropriate TRAC OFF or STAB SYS OFF message will be displayed on the DIC The vehicle will ...

Page 230: ...do not spin the wheel s excessively while these lights and messages are displayed TCS can operate on dry roads under some conditions When this happens the system may be heard working or a reduction in acceleration may be noticed This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle Examples of these conditions include hard acceleration in a turn an abrupt upshift or downshift of the...

Page 231: ...ke a standard axle most of the time but when traction is low this feature allows the drive wheel with the most traction to move the vehicle Steering Power Steering If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or the system is not functioning the vehicle can be steered but it will take more effort Steering Tips It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed Traction in a curve de...

Page 232: ...emergencies like these First apply the brakes See Brakin on page 5 3 It is better to remove as much speed as possible from a 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 holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions it can be turned a full 180 degrees v...

Page 233: ...r while passing 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 tur...

Page 234: ...t off the accelerator pedal If the vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough the vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety slow down and adjust your drivi...

Page 235: ...in itself When off road driving traffic lanes are not marked curves are not banked and there are no road signs Surfaces can be slippery rough uphill or downhill Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers Failure to operate the vehicle correctly off road could result in loss of vehicle control or vehicle rollover Off roading involves some new skills That is why it is very important that you read these ...

Page 236: ...ds on the roof raise the vehicle s center of gravity making it more likely to roll over You can be seriously or fatally injured if the vehicle rolls over Put heavy loads inside the cargo area not on the roof Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and low as possible There are some important things to remember about how to load your vehicle The heaviest things should be on the floor forward of...

Page 237: ...materials that could catch fire from the heat of the vehicle s exhaust system Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to a remote area Know the terrain and plan your route Get accurate maps of trails and terrain Check to see if there are any blocked or closed roads It is also a good idea to travel with at least one other vehicle in case something happens to...

Page 238: ... many different features Surface Conditions Off roading surfaces can be hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass sand mud snow or ice Each of these surfaces affects the vehicle s steering acceleration and braking in different ways Depending on the surface slipping sliding wheel spinning delayed acceleration poor traction and longer braking distances can occur Surface Obstacles Unseen or hidden obstacle...

Page 239: ...r killed If you have any doubt about the steepness do not drive the hill Approaching a Hill When you approach a hill decide if it is 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 steepe...

Page 240: ...hill Attach a flag to the vehicle to be 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 headlamps even during the day to make the vehicle more visible to oncoming traffic WARNING Driving to the top crest of a hill at full speed can cause an accident There could be a drop off embankment cliff or...

Page 241: ...engine and regain forward momentum This will not work The vehicle can roll backward very quickly and could go out of control Never try to turn around if about to stall when going up a hill If the hill is steep enough to stall the vehicle it is steep enough to cause it to roll over If you cannot make it up the hill back straight down the hill If after stalling you try to back down the hill and deci...

Page 242: ...s 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 Things not to do when driving down a hill When driving downhill avoid turns that take you across the incline of the hill A hill that is not too steep to drive down might be too steep to drive across The vehicle could roll over Never go downhill...

Page 243: ...ling over Driving across an incline puts more weight on the downhill wheels which could cause a downhill slide or a rollover Surface conditions can be a problem Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause the tires to slip sideways downhill If the vehicle slips sideways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the inc...

Page 244: ...stances are longer It is best to use a low gear when in mud the deeper the mud the lower the gear In really deep mud keep the vehicle moving so it does not get stuck When driving on sand wheel traction changes On loosely packed sand such as on beaches or sand dunes the tires will tend to sink into the sand This affects steering accelerating and braking Drive at a reduced speed and avoid sharp turn...

Page 245: ...ds water splashes on the ignition system and the vehicle can stall Stalling can also occur if you get the tailpipe under water If the tailpipe is under water you will never be able to start the engine When going through water remember that when the brakes get wet it might take longer to stop See Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads on page 5 24 After Off Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that ha...

Page 246: ...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 WARNING Wet bra...

Page 247: ... cruise control 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 full Windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades In good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids All levels checked Lamps Do they all work and are lenses clean Tires Are treads g...

Page 248: ...ill slope WARNING Coasting downhill in N Neutral or with the ignition off is dangerous The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down and they could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have the engine running and the vehicle in gear when going downhill Stay in your own lane Do not swing wide or cut...

Page 249: ...stem on page 5 6 improves the ability to accelerate on slippery roads but slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions When driving through deep snow it might be beneficial to turn off the traction control part of the StabiliTrak System to help maintain vehicle motion at lower speeds Once beyond the deep snow push the StabiliTrak button again to turn traction control back on The Antilo...

Page 250: ... the exhaust pipe Check again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Continued WARNING Continued Open a window about 5 cm two inches on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind to bring in fresh air Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Adjust the Climate Control system to a setting that circulates the air inside the vehicle and set the fan speed t...

Page 251: ...nd to signal for help with the headlamps Do this as little as possible to save fuel If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 5 30 If stuck too severely for the traction system to free the vehicle turn the traction system off and use the rocking method ...

Page 252: ...l while shifting and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could free the vehicle If that does not get the vehicle out after a few tries it might need to be towed out Recovery hooks can be used if the vehicle has them If the vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing Yo...

Page 253: ...ed 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 may properly carry the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification Tire label WARNING Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rat...

Page 254: ...Loading Information label shows the number of occupant seating positions A and the maximum vehicle capacity weight B in kilograms and pounds The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the size of the original equipment tires C and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures D For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 6 55 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 63 There ...

Page 255: ...1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from you...

Page 256: ... Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg x 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Example 2 Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg x 5 750 lbs 340 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg 5 34 ...

Page 257: ...lable Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers cargo and any accessories or equipment added to your vehicle after it left the factory should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight 5 35 ...

Page 258: ...u the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle If th...

Page 259: ... If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they will keep going WARNING Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an u...

Page 260: ...t Rating GAWR of the rear axle Add On Equipment When you carry removable items you may need to put a limit on how many people you carry inside your vehicle Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and install the new equipment Notice Overloading the vehicle may cause damage Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not overload the vehicle Remember not to exceed the Gross Axle We...

Page 261: ... Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing and dolly towing Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground Dolly towing is towing the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly Here are som...

Page 262: ...ll four wheels on the ground Two wheel drive vehicles should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground Two wheel drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed Four Wheel Drive Vehicles Use the following procedure to dinghy tow a four wheel drive vehicle 1 Position the vehicle being towed behind the tow vehicle 2 Put an automatic transmission in P Park or a...

Page 263: ...mly set before the transfer case is shifted to N Neutral 5 Shift the transfer case to N Neutral See Shifting into N Neutral under Four Wheel Drive on page 3 28 6 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF and remove the key the front wheels will still turn 7 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle After towing see Shifting Out of N Neutral under Fou...

Page 264: ...vehicle warranty Never tow the vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground Two wheel drive vehicles should not be towed with the rear wheels on the ground Two wheel drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed To dolly tow a two wheel drive vehicle the vehicle must be towed with the rear wheels on the dolly See Rear Towing Rear Wheels Off the Ground later in thi...

Page 265: ...P Park or the manual transmission is in any gear You or others could be injured Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before the transfer case is shifted to N Neutral 5 Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer s instructions 6 Shift the transfer case to N Neutral See Shifting into N Neutral under Four Wheel Drive on page 3 28 7 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle...

Page 266: ...ke on page 3 33 4 Put an automatic transmission in P Park or a manual transmission in 1 First 5 Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer s instructions 6 Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position 7 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF If the vehicle being towed will not be started or driven for six weeks or ...

Page 267: ...he straight position WARNING Shifting a full time four wheel drive vehicle s transfer case into N Neutral can cause the vehicle to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P Park or the manual transmission is in any gear You or others could be injured Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before the transfer case is shifted to N Neutral 7 Shift the transfer case to N Neutral See Shifting ...

Page 268: ...d result in costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty To pull a trailer correctly follow the advice in this section and see your dealer retailer for important information about towing a trailer with the vehicle To identify the trailering capacity of the vehicle read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section Trailering is different than just driving the ve...

Page 269: ...ften e g under heavy loads and or hilly conditions If the vehicle has a manual transmission it is better not to use the highest gear Three important considerations have to do with weight The weight of the trailer The weight of the trailer tongue The weight on the vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It depends on how the rig is used For example speed altitude roa...

Page 270: ... Automatic Transmission 3 73 5 500 lbs 2 495 kg 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg 5 3L V8 Automatic Transmission 3 42 3 73 6 000 lbs 2 722 kg 10 400 lbs 4 717 kg 5 3L V8 Automatic Transmission ZQ8 Sport Suspension 3 42 4 000 lbs 1 814 kg 8 500 lbs 3 856 kg 2WD Crew Cab 2 9L L4 Automatic Transmission 3 73 3 000 lbs 1 361 kg 7 000 lbs 3 175 kg 2 9L L4 Manual Transmission 3 73 2 100 lbs 953 kg 6 000 lbs 2 722 kg 3 ...

Page 271: ... lbs 2 495 kg 9 800 lbs 4 445 kg 5 3L V8 Automatic Transmission 3 42 4 10 6 000 lbs 2 722 kg 10 400 lbs 4 717 kg 4WD Crew Cab 3 7L L5 Automatic Transmission 3 73 5 500 lbs 2 495 kg 9 800 lbs 4 445 kg 5 3L V8 Automatic Transmission 3 42 4 10 6 000 lbs 2 722 kg 10 400 lbs 4 717 kg The Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer incl...

Page 272: ...nt passengers or cargo in the vehicle it will reduce the tongue weight the vehicle can carry which will also reduce the trailer weight the vehicle can tow If towing a trailer the tongue load must be added to the GVW because the vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 31 for more information about the vehicle s maximum load capacity The trailer tongue weight A sho...

Page 273: ...an the total of the additional weight Consider the following example A vehicle model base weight is 5 500 lbs 2 495 kg 2 800 lbs 1 270 kg at the front axle and 2 700 lbs 1 225 kg at the rear axle It has a GVWR of 7 200 lbs 3 266 kg a RGAWR of 4 000 lbs 1 814 kg and a GCWR Gross Combination Weight Rating of 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg The trailer rating should be Expect tongue weight to be at least 10 perc...

Page 274: ...al weight Dividing the 900 lbs 408 kg by 1 5 leaves only 600 lbs 272 kg of tongue weight that can be handled Since tongue weight is usually at least 10 percent of total loaded trailer weight expect that the largest trailer the vehicle can properly handle is 6 000 lbs 2 721 kg It is important that the vehicle does not exceed any of its ratings GCWR GVWR RGAWR Maximum Trailer Rating or Tongue Weight...

Page 275: ...tween the trailer and the bumper Safety Chains Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer For trailers up to 2 000 lbs 907 kg safety ...

Page 276: ... the liftgate trunk hatch or rear most window is open Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death Continued WARNING Continued To maximize safety when towing a trailer Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks and make necessary repairs before starting a trip Never drive with the liftgate trunk hatch or rear most window op...

Page 277: ...t the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working While towing a trailer or when exposed to long periods of sunshine the floor of the truck bed may become very warm Avoid putting items in the truck bed that might be affected by high ambient temperatures Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving the vehicle withou...

Page 278: ...ll working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downgrade If the transmission is not shifted down the brakes might have to be used so much that they would get hot and no longer work well Vehicles with automatic transmissions can tow in D Drive but you may want to shift to a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often e g under ...

Page 279: ... chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the brake pedal until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the brake pedal Then apply the parking brake and shift into P Park for vehicles with an automatic transmission or into gear for vehicles with a manual transmission 5 If the vehicle has four wheel drive be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear and not in N Neu...

Page 280: ...m The four wire harness contains the following trailer circuits Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Taillamps Park lamps White Ground Trailer Recommendations Subtract the hitch loads from the Cargo Weight Rating CWR CWR is the maximum weight of the load the vehicle can carry It does not include the weight of the people inside but you can figure about 150 lbs 68 kg for e...

Page 281: ... Engine Oil 6 15 Engine Oil Life System 6 18 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 20 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 21 Manual Transmission Fluid 6 24 Hydraulic Clutch 6 25 Cooling System 6 26 Engine Coolant 6 28 Engine Overheating 6 33 Engine Fan Noise 6 34 Power Steering Fluid 6 35 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 36 Brakes 6 37 Battery 6 40 Jump Starting 6 41 Rear Axle 6 45 Four Wheel Drive 6 46 Front Axle 6 47...

Page 282: ...ch System 6 93 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 6 96 Spare Tire 6 102 Appearance Care 6 103 Interior Cleaning 6 103 Fabric Carpet 6 105 Leather 6 105 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 6 106 Care of Safety Belts 6 106 Weatherstrips 6 106 Washing Your Vehicle 6 107 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 6 107 Finish Care 6 108 Windshield and Wiper Blades 6 108 Aluminum or Chrome Plated...

Page 283: ...uld even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module modifications is not covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect remaining warranty coverage for affected parts GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on ...

Page 284: ...g Your Own Service Work WARNING You can be injured and the 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 attempting any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confus...

Page 285: ...engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance we recommend the use of gasoline advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Look for the TOP TIER label on the fuel pump to ensure gasoline meets enhanced detergency standards developed by auto companies A list of marketers providing TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline can be found at www toptiergas com Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with...

Page 286: ...r 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 that help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing the emission control system to work properly In most cases nothing should have to b...

Page 287: ...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 288: ...ones Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling the 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 side of the vehicle To remove the fuel cap turn ...

Page 289: ... if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere If the fuel cap is not properly installed the FUEL CAP message appears on the Driver Information Center DIC and the check engine light will be lit on the instrument panel cluster See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 36 and Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 4 28 for more information...

Page 290: ...ckup 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 WARNING Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include l...

Page 291: ...ood 4 Release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer Lower the hood 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm above the vehicle and release it to latch fully Check to...

Page 292: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3 7L engine 2 9L engine similar you will see the following 6 12 ...

Page 293: ...atic Transmission Fluid on page 6 21 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 6 15 G Radiator Pressure Cap See Cooling System on page 6 26 H Remote Negative Terminal GND See Jump Starting on page 6 41 I Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 6 15 J Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 6 41 K Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brak...

Page 294: ...When you open the hood on the 5 3L engine you will see the following 6 14 ...

Page 295: ... 37 I Battery on page 6 40 J Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 6 35 K Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 6 113 L Radiator Pressure Cap See Cooling System on page 6 26 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The en...

Page 296: ...acities and Specifications on page 6 119 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick ...

Page 297: ...etroleum Institute API starburst symbol 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 Notice Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Failure to use the rec...

Page 298: ...d not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change is indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly the system must be reset every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it indicates that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE OIL message comes on See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 36 Change...

Page 299: ...t 4 Turn the key to LOCK OFF If the CHANGE OIL message comes back on when the vehicle is started the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 36 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...

Page 300: ... interval See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7 3 for more information If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter do the following 1 Unfasten the clips that hold the cover on and remove the cover 2 Lift out the engine air cleaner filter 3 Inspect or replace ...

Page 301: ...bricants on page 7 10 How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealer retailer service department If adding it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or there could be a false reading on the dipstick Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of ...

Page 302: ...s a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Fluid Level To prepare the vehicle 1 Park the vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running 2 With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in P Park 3 With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in P Park 4 Let the engin...

Page 303: ...y after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It does not take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Do not overfill Notice Use of the incorrect automatic transmission fluid may damage the vehicle and the damages may not be c...

Page 304: ...ading Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too little fluid could cause the transmission to overheat Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid Check the fluid level only when the engine is off the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool enough to touch the transmission case After this is done 1 Remove the filler plug...

Page 305: ...e sure the plug is fully seated Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in the vehicle is self adjusting The clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with hydraulic clutch fluid The hydraulic clutch fluid reservoir cap has this symbol on it See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6 12 for reservoir location It is not necessary to regularly check clutch fluid unless a leak in the system is ...

Page 306: ... on page 7 10 How to Check and Add Fluid The proper fluid should be added if the level does not reach the bottom of the diaphragm when it is in place in the reservoir See the instructions on the reservoir cap Cooling System The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature 2 9L Engine shown 3 7L Engine similar A Coolant Recovery Tank B Engine Cooling Fan C Radiator P...

Page 307: ...If you do you can be burned Do not run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL can cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant could require changing sooner at 50 000 km 30 ...

Page 308: ... could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant If using this mixture nothing else needs to be added This mixture Gives freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C outside temperature Gives boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C engine temperature Protects against rust and corrosion Will not damage aluminu...

Page 309: ...boiling do not do anything else until it cools down If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant recovery tank but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done The vehicle must be on a level surface When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at FULL COLD or a lit...

Page 310: ...How to Add Coolant to the Radiator WARNING An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan WARNING Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little...

Page 311: ...op A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Keep turning the cap to remove it 3 Fill the radiator with the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 6 28 for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark 5 Reinstall the cap on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressu...

Page 312: ...ower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the 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...

Page 313: ... when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it does not the vehicle needs service Turn off the engine Notice Engine damage from running the engine without coolant is not covered by the warranty Notice If the engine catches fire because of being driven with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty If Steam ...

Page 314: ...bout 10 minutes Keep a safe vehicle distance from the car in front of you If the warning does not come back on continue to drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park the vehicle right away If there is no sign of steam idle the engine for three minutes while parked If the warning is still displayed turn off the engine until it cools down Engine Fan Noise This vehicle has a clut...

Page 315: ... the engine compartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be between the ADD and FULL marks If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the proper range What to Use To ...

Page 316: ...servoir 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 the 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 cold Thi...

Page 317: ...at sooner or later the brakes will not work well Do not top off the brake fluid Adding fluid does 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 WARNING If too much brake fluid is added it can spill on the engine and burn if t...

Page 318: ...before removing it This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir WARNING 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 hydraulic system c...

Page 319: ...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 Specifications on page 6 119 Rear drum brakes do not have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise hav...

Page 320: ...erformance expected can change in many other ways if the wrong replacement brake parts are installed Battery Refer to the replacement number on the original battery label when a new battery is needed See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6 12 for battery location DANGER Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to c...

Page 321: ...r vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are ...

Page 322: ...s a remote positive and a remote negative jump starting terminal See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6 12 for more information on the terminal locations WARNING Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the batteries have enough water You do not need to add water to t...

Page 323: ... Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And do not connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal ...

Page 324: ...ack to the battery is much less Your vehicle has a remote negative terminal for this purpose 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 Notice If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and dama...

Page 325: ...cle Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface The proper level is from 0 to 3 8 inch 0 mm to 10 mm below the bottom of...

Page 326: ...ricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface A Drain Plug B Filler Plug If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole located on the transfer case you ll need to add some lubricant Remove the plug and 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 Refer to the Maintenance Schedu...

Page 327: ...l to 1 2 inch 12 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7 10 to determine what kind of lubricant to use Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment However if your ...

Page 328: ...en bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps A Low Beam Headlamp Daytime Running Lamps DRL B High Beam Headlamp To replace one of these bulbs 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 6 11 2 Reach in and access the bulb sockets from inside the engine compart...

Page 329: ...l it clicks to secure it 7 Plug in the electrical connector to the new bulb socket 8 Push the bulb socket straight in and turn it clockwise to secure it in the headlamp assembly Front Turn Signal Parking and Daytime Running Lamps DRL To replace one of these bulbs 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 6 11 2 Reach in to access either one of the bulb sockets in the engine compartment 3 Turn the b...

Page 330: ...rom the vehicle 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp assembly 3 Holding the socket pull the bulb to release it from the socket 4 Push the new bulb into the socket until it clicks 5 Insert the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise to secure 6 Reinstall the lamp assembly and tighten the screws Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps A Stopl...

Page 331: ... into the taillamp assembly and turn it clockwise to secure 8 Reinstall the taillamp assembly and tighten the screws License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs 1 Reach under the rear bumper for the bulb socket 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull the bulb socket out of the connector 3 Pull the old bulb straight out from the bulb socket 4 Push the new bulb straight in until it cli...

Page 332: ...eld wiper blades should be inspected for wear and cracking See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7 3 for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 7 12 Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield Any damage that o...

Page 333: ... 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 notches at one end that are locked by bottom claws of the blade assembly At the notched end pull the insert from the blade assembly 6 53 ...

Page 334: ...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 335: ...nd a serious accident See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 31 Continued WARNING Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your vehicle s tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 63 Overinflated tires are more li...

Page 336: ...inal equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Ident...

Page 337: ...page 6 74 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load Compact Spare Tire Example A Temporary Use Only The compact spare tire or temporary use tire has a tread life of approximately 3 000 miles 5 000 km and should not be driven at speeds over 65 mph 105 km h The compact spare tire is for emergency use when a regular road ...

Page 338: ...d E Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be inflated to 60 psi 420 kPa For more information on tire pressure and inflation see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 63 F Tire Size A combination of letters and numbers define a tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service description The letter T as the first character in the tire size means the tire is fo...

Page 339: ...ments For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 70 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 70 percent as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply co...

Page 340: ... that hold the tire onto the rim Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa before a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 63 Curb Weight The weight of a motor ve...

Page 341: ...the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 31 Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Outward Facing Sidewall Th...

Page 342: ...r New Tires on page 6 71 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 6 74 Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of d...

Page 343: ...ows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry and an example of the Tire and Loading Infor...

Page 344: ...ntil 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 gauge 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 WARNING Driving at high speeds 160 km h 100 mph or higher puts an additional strain on...

Page 345: ...re 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 pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a differe...

Page 346: ...k 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 6 66 for additional information Federal Communications Commission FCC and Industry Canada See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8 20 for information regard...

Page 347: ...d Tires on page 6 55 Notice Liquid tire sealants could damage the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS sensors Sensor damage caused by using a tire sealant is not covered by your warranty Do not use liquid tire sealants TPMS Malfunction Light and Message The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable When the system detects a malfunction the low tire ...

Page 348: ...on code Any time you replace one or more of the TPMS sensors or rotate your vehicle s tires the identification codes need to be matched to the new tire wheel position The sensors are matched to the tire wheel positions in the following order driver side front tire passenger side front tire passenger side rear tire and driver side rear tire using a TPMS diagnostic tool See your dealer retailer for ...

Page 349: ... been matched to this tire and wheel position If you do not hear the confirming single horn chirp turn the ignition switch to LOCK and start over beginning with Step 2 6 Proceed to the passenger side front tire and repeat the procedure in Step 5 7 Proceed to the passenger side rear tire and repeat the procedure in Step 5 8 Proceed to the driver side rear tire and repeat the procedure in Step 5 9 A...

Page 350: ...it did when the tires were new The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7 3 Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels SeeWhen It Is Time for New Tires on page 6 71 and Wheel Replacement on page 6 76 When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown he...

Page 351: ...r 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 6 80 Make sure the spare tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves tighten the cable See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on page 6 96 When It Is Time for New Tires Various factors such as maintenance temper...

Page 352: ...ehicle when it was new were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC spec system rating If you need replacement tires GM strongly recommends that you get tires with the same TPC Spec rating This way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give the same performance and vehicle safety during normal use as the original tires GM s exclusive TPC ...

Page 353: ...ntinued WARNING Continued could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on the vehicle If you must replace your vehicle s tires with those that do not have a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type radial and bias belted tires as your vehicle s original tires Vehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring system ...

Page 354: ...or your vehicle and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician See Buying New Tires on page 6 72 and Accessories and Modifications on page 6 3 for additional information Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following infor...

Page 355: ... use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and c...

Page 356: ...ecessary on a regular basis However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling to one side or the other the alignment might need to be checked If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road the tires and wheels might need to be rebalanced See your dealer retailer for proper diagnosis Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corrod...

Page 357: ...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 6 80 for more information Used Replacement Wheels WARNING Putting a used wheel on the vehicle is dangerous You cannot know how it has been u...

Page 358: ...id damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle Do not spin the vehicle s wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires Notice If your vehicle has a tire size other than P215 70R16 P235 75R16 P265 70R17 or P235 50R18 use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use chains that are the proper size...

Page 359: ...y 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 WARNING Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without ...

Page 360: ...omatic transmission shift lever in P Park or shift a manual transmission to 1 First or R Reverse Continued WARNING Continued 3 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in Neutral 4 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 5 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle To be even more certain the vehicle will not move put ...

Page 361: ... the Spare Tire and Tools A Wing Nut B Storage Bag and Tools The tools you will need are located under the right front passenger seat 1 Move the seat all the way forward to locate the tool bag 2 Locate the wing nut A used to retain the storage bag and tools B Turn it counterclockwise to release the bag 6 81 ...

Page 362: ...t the center of the vehicle behind the front seats 1 Turn the wing nut on the cover counterclockwise to remove it A Jack B Wheel Blocks C Wing Nut D Jack Knob 2 Lower the jack A by turning the jack knob D counterclockwise to release the jack from the bracket 3 Turn the wing nut C holding the wheel blocks B to the back of the vehicle counterclockwise to release the wheel blocks 6 82 ...

Page 363: ...urn the jack knob counterclockwise to lower the jack all the way and release it from the bracket 3 Remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer by turning the wing nut counterclockwise Use the jack handle extensions and the wheel wrench to remove the underbody mounted spare tire A Jack Handle Extensions B Jack C Jack Handle D Wheel Wrench E Wheel Blocks 6 83 ...

Page 364: ...he rear bumper and into the funnel shaped guide 3 Turn the wheel wrench D counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle If the spare tire does not lower to the ground the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower See Secondary Latch System on page 6 93 6 84 ...

Page 365: ... the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Use the following pictures and instructions to remove the flat tire and raise the vehicle The tools you will be using include the jack A the wheel blocks B the extension tool C the jack handle extensions D and the wheel wrench E 1 Do a safety check before proceeding See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6 80 for more information 6 85 ...

Page 366: ...e cap out 3 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts by turning it counterclockwise Do not remove the wheel nuts yet WARNING Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack 6 86 ...

Page 367: ...the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle Front Position 4 Position the jack A under the vehicle as shown for the front or rear locations 6 87 ...

Page 368: ...he vehicle position the jack to the rear of the front tire in the pocket off of the frame Front Position XFE For Extended Fuel Economy XFE vehicles position the jack on the flat portion of the jacking pocket structure rearward of the jacking pocket 6 88 ...

Page 369: ... sure the jack head is positioned so that the rear axle is resting securely between the grooves that are on the jack head 6 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well 7 Remove all the wheel nuts and the flat tire 6 89 ...

Page 370: ...per or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6 80 8 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 9 Install the spare tire WARNING Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose The vehicle s wheel could fall off causing a crash 10 Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of th...

Page 371: ...Front Position Rear Position 11 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Lower the jack completely 6 91 ...

Page 372: ...tened 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 6 119 for the wheel nut torque specification 12 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise When you reinstall th...

Page 373: ...ssembly and you and others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed next To release the spare tire from the secondary latch 1 Check under the vehicle to see if the cable end fitting is visible 2 If the cable end fitting is not visible proceed to Step 6 If it is visible first try to tighten the cable by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice...

Page 374: ...arating them so that the jack is balanced securely 8 Attach the jack handle extension and wheel wrench to the jack and place it with the wheel blocks under the vehicle towards the front of the rear bumper Position the center lift point of the jack under the wheel 9 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the tire 10 Continue raising the jack until the tire stops moving upw...

Page 375: ... too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from under the spare 13 Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and carefully remove the jack Use one hand to push against the spare while firmly pulling the jack out from under the spare tire with th...

Page 376: ...e flat tire see Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire on page 6 85 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools WARNING Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Notice Storing an aluminum wheel with a flat tire under your veh...

Page 377: ...ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down 2 Tilt the retainer downward and through the center wheel opening Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 3 Assemble the wheel wrench the jack handle extensions and the jack handle as shown 6 97 ...

Page 378: ...em is pointed down Continue raising the tire watch to make sure it does not get caught on anything on the underbody If the tire does get caught loosen two or three turns and push and pull the tire and then retighten Repeat this procedure as many times as needed to ensure proper stowage 6 When the tire is properly seated to the underbody continue turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear tw...

Page 379: ...eck to make sure the tire valve stem is pointing down then use the wheel wrench to loosen and then tighten the cable To store the tools 1 Return the tools to the storage bag 2 Attach the storage bag to the floor under the front passenger seat 3 Reinstall the wing nut to secure the bag to the vehicle 6 99 ...

Page 380: ...Reinstall the wing nut C by turning it clockwise to secure the wheel blocks to the vehicle 3 Lower the jack A all the way and insert the jack into the bracket 4 Raise the jack by turning the handle clockwise to secure the jack within the bracket 5 Put the cover in position and insert and tighten the wing nut to secure it 6 100 ...

Page 381: ...lock retainer and the wing nut C 2 Reinstall the jack and wheel block assembly in the mounting bracket Be sure to position the holes in the base of the jack onto the pins in the mounting bracket 3 Turn the handle to raise the jack until it is secure but do not overtighten the jack in the bracket 6 101 ...

Page 382: ...icle s spare with a full size tire as soon as you can The spare tire will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again Notice When the compact spare is installed do not take the vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails which can damage the tire wheel and other parts of the vehicle Do not use your compact spare on other vehic...

Page 383: ...e Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced as soon as you can and installed back onto your vehicle This way the spare tire will be available in case you need it again Do not mix tires and wheels of different sizes because they will not fit Keep your spare tire and its wheel together Appearance Care Interior Cleaning The vehicle s interior will continue to look its best if it is clea...

Page 384: ...oved from small buttons and knobs using a small brush with soft bristles Products that remove odors from the vehicle s upholstery and clean the vehicle s glass can be obtained from your dealer retailer Do not clean the vehicle using A knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface A stiff brush It can cause damage to the vehicle s interior surfaces Heavy pressure or agg...

Page 385: ...t the cleaning process that was used with plain water If any of the soil remains a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary When a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be used test a small hidden area for colorfastness first If the locally cleaned area gives any impression that a ring formation may result clean the entire surface After the cleaning process has been c...

Page 386: ...ey can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Some commercial products may increase gloss on the 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 WARNING Do not bleach or dye safety belts It may severely...

Page 387: ...ler Follow all manufacturers directions regarding correct product usage necessary safety precautions and appropriate disposal of any vehicle care product Rinse the vehicle well before washing and after to 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 wat...

Page 388: ...erior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years To help keep the paint finish looking new keep the vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible 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 chrome polish may b...

Page 389: ...warranty Use only approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome plated wheels The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle Do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because they could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice Using chrome polish on aluminum whee...

Page 390: ...r dealer s retailer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain ...

Page 391: ...e Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code identifies the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications on page 6 119 for the vehicle s engine code Service Parts Identification Label This label on the inside of the glove box has the following information Vehicle Identification Number VIN Model ...

Page 392: ...or is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem have it fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by elec...

Page 393: ...on page 6 12 for more information on location To remove the cover push in on the tab on the end of the cover and lift To reinstall the cover line up the tab and push down on the cover until the tab clicks into place Notice Spilling liquid on any electrical components on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component 6 113 ...

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Page 395: ... Accessory Power 2 BCK UP Back up Lights BLWR Climate Control Fan CLSTR Cluster CNSTR VENT Fuel Canister Vent Solenoid CRUISE Cruise Control Switch Inside Rearview Mirror Transfer Case Control Module Brake Switch Clutch Disable DR LCK Power Door Locks If Equipped DRL Daylight Running Lamps ERLS Mass Air Flow MAF Sensor Can Purge Solenoid Air Injector Reactor AIR Relay ETC Electronic Throttle Contr...

Page 396: ...amp License Plate Lamps REAR PRK LAMP2 Driver Side Rear Taillamp Passenger Side Airbag Indicator Lighting Instrument Panel Dimming Power 2WD 4WD switch lighting RT HDLP Passenger Side Headlamp Fuses Usage RVC Regulated Voltage Control S ROOF Sunroof If Equipped STOP Stop Lamps STRTR Starter Solenoid Relay TBC Truck Body Controller TCM Transmission Control Module TCCM Transfer Case Control Module T...

Page 397: ...owertrain Electronic Throttle Control Fuse Oxygen Sensor Fuse RAP Retained Accessory Power Power Window Fuse Wiper Washer Switch Fuse Sunroof Fuse Relays Usage RUN CRNK Run Crank Airbag System Fuse Cruise Control Fuse Ignition Fuse Back Up Lamps ABS Fuse Front Axle PCM 1 Injectors Fuse Transmission Fuse ERLS STRTR Starter Relay PCM Relay VSES Vehicle Stability Enhancement System WPR Wipers On Off ...

Page 398: ...2 9L and 3 7L 5 3L Fuses Usage A Trailer Park Lamp B Communication Interface Module C Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System Sensing and Diagnostic Module D Trailer Auxiliary Maxi Fuse 6 118 ...

Page 399: ...etric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood See your dealer retailer for more information Cooling System 2 9L L4 Engine 9 8 L 10 4 qt 3 7L L5 Engine 10 0 L 10 6 qt 5 3L V8 Engine 13 0 L 13 7 qt Engine Oil with Filter 2 9L L4 Engine 4 7 L 5 0 qt 3 7L L5 Engine 5 7 L 6 0 qt 5 3L V8...

Page 400: ...r Wheel Drive Drain and Refill 2 3 L 2 4 qt Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 lb ft All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Type VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 2 9L L4 9 Automatic Manual 1 01 mm 0 040 in 3 7L L5 E Automatic 1 01 mm 0 040 in 5 3L V8 P Automatic 1 01 mm 0 ...

Page 401: ... Maintenance Schedule 7 2 Introduction 7 2 Scheduled Maintenance 7 3 Owner Checks and Services 7 8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 10 Maintenance Replacement Parts 7 12 Engine Drive Belt Routing 7 13 Maintenance Record 7 14 7 1 ...

Page 402: ...nt checks and services Please read the information under Scheduled Maintenance To keep the vehicle in good condition see your dealer retailer The maintenance schedule is for vehicles that carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 31 are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits are driven of...

Page 403: ...km 5 000 to 8 000 miles See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6 70 Scheduled Maintenance When the Change Oil Message Displays Change engine oil and filter See Engine Oil on page 6 15 An Emission Control Service When the Change Oil message displays service is required for the vehicle as soon as possible within the next 1 000 km 600 miles If driving under the best conditions the engine oil life s...

Page 404: ... and Rotation on page 6 70 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6 70 Fluids visual leak check or every 12 months whichever occurs first A leak in any system must be repaired and the fluid level checked Engine air cleaner filter inspection vehicles driven in dusty conditions only See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 6 20 Brake system inspection or every 12 months whichever occurs ...

Page 405: ...ehicles Transfer case fluid level check and adding fluid if needed Engine air cleaner filter inspection See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 6 20 Additional Required Services At Each Fuel Stop Engine oil level check See Engine Oil on page 6 15 Engine coolant level check See Engine Coolant on page 6 28 Windshield washer fluid level check See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 6 36 Once a Month Tire i...

Page 406: ...affic in hot weather in hilly or mountainous terrain when frequently towing a trailer or used for taxi police or delivery service See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 6 21 First Engine Oil Change After Every 160 000 km 100 000 Miles Automatic transmission fluid change normal service See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 6 21 Spark plug replacement An Emission Control Service First Engine Oi...

Page 407: ...leak check Engine air cleaner filter inspection vehicles driven in dusty conditions only Brake system inspection Steering and suspension inspection Engine cooling system inspection Windshield wiper blades inspection Body components lubrication Restraint system components check Automatic transmission fluid level check Four wheel drive only Transfer case fluid level check Engine air cleaner filter i...

Page 408: ...halfway and try to start the engine The starter should work only when the clutch pedal is pushed down all the way to the floor If the starter works when the clutch pedal is not pushed all the way down your vehicle needs service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check WARNING When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could b...

Page 409: ...Transmission P Park Mechanism Check WARNING When you are doing this check the vehicle could begin to move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on ...

Page 410: ...ndshield Washer Optikleen Washer Solvent Usage Fluid Lubricant Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Automatic Transmission DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Manual Transmission Manual Transm...

Page 411: ...y Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood and Door Hinges Body Door Hinge Pins Liftgate Hinge and Linkage Folding Seats and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Outer Tailgate Ha...

Page 412: ... GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 15942429 Engine Oil Filter 2 9L L4 Engine 19210283 PF46 3 7L L5 Engine 19210285 PF61 5 3L V8 Engine 89017524 PF48 Spark Plugs 2 9L L4 and 3 7L L5 Engines 12625058 41 103 5 3L V8 Engine 12609877 41 985 Wiper Blades Driver Side 22 in 55 cm 10389562 Passenger Side 19 in 48 cm 10389563 7 12 ...

Page 413: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 2 9L and 3 7L Engines 5 3L Engine 7 13 ...

Page 414: ...vices are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7 14 ...

Page 415: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7 15 ...

Page 416: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7 16 ...

Page 417: ...cheduling Service Appointments 8 10 Courtesy Transportation Program 8 11 Collision Damage Repair 8 12 Reporting Safety Defects 8 16 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 16 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 8 16 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 8 17 Service Publications Ordering Information 8 17 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 8 18 Event Data Rec...

Page 418: ...manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help in the U S call 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 or...

Page 419: ...ute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BB...

Page 420: ...signed so that the entire dispute settlement process from the time you file your complaint to the final decision should be completed in about 70 days We believe our impartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free 1...

Page 421: ...nada Canada www gm ca My GM Canada is a password protected section of www gm ca 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 Dealers Retailers Save details such as addr...

Page 422: ... e mail Chevrolet the letter should be addressed to United States Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 Chevrolet com 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 2438 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish From U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496...

Page 423: ...This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more details or to determine your vehicle s eligibility visit gmmobility com or call the G...

Page 424: ...N and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem Coverage Services are provided up to 5 years 100 000 miles 160 000 km whichever comes first In the U S anyone driving the vehicle is covered In Canada a person driving the vehicle without permission from the owner is not covered Roadside Assistance is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada ...

Page 425: ...er s responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire if it is not covered by the warranty Battery Jump Start Service is provided to jump start a dead battery Services Not Included in Roadside Assistance Impound towing caused by violation of any laws Legal fines Mounting dismounting or changing of snow tires chains or other traction devices Towing or services for vehicles driven on a non p...

Page 426: ...covered however any cost for parts and labor for repairs not covered by the warranty are the owner responsibility Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service contact your dealer retailer and request an appointment By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer retailer can help minimize your inconven...

Page 427: ...r if you are unable to wait GM helps to minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options Depending 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 sch...

Page 428: ...age fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair It may not be possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information All program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by app...

Page 429: ...wever the history of these parts is not known Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty and any related failures are not covered by that warranty Aftermarket collision parts are also available These are made by companies other than GM and may not have been tested for your vehicle As a result these parts may fit poorly exhibit premature durability corrosion problems and may...

Page 430: ...s If a Crash Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in a crash Check to make sure that you are all right If you are uninjured make sure that no one else in your vehicle or the other vehicle is injured If there has been an injury call emergency services for help Do not leave the scene of a crash until all matters have been taken care of Move your vehicle only if its position puts you in dang...

Page 431: ...le If you have a question ask for an explanation Reputable shops welcome this opportunity Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair If you have a pre determined repair facility of choice take your vehicle there or have it towed there Specify to the facility that any required replacement...

Page 432: ...olved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue S E Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov Reporting Safety Defects ...

Page 433: ...nosis and repair information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give additional technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle Owner Information Owner publications are written specifical...

Page 434: ...an residents are to make checks payable in U S funds Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated computers that record information about the vehicle s performance and how it is driven For example your vehicle uses computer modules to monitor and control engine and transmission performance to monitor the conditions for airbag deployment and deploy airbags in a c...

Page 435: ...is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location is recorded However other parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equipment is required and access to the vehicle or the EDR is neede...

Page 436: ...ogy in GM vehicles does not use or record personal information or link with any other GM system containing personal information Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with RSS 210 211 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 The device may n...

Page 437: ...2 70 Where Are the Airbags 2 68 Airbags Passenger Status Indicator 4 23 Readiness Light 4 22 System Check 2 66 Antenna Fixed Mast 4 61 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 4 61 Antilock Brake System ABS 5 4 Warning Light 4 25 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 6 109 Care of Safety Belts 6 106 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 110 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 6 107 Fabric Carpet 6 105 ...

Page 438: ...ht 4 24 Braking 5 3 Braking in Emergencies 5 5 Break In New Vehicle 3 18 Bulb Replacement 6 52 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 6 50 Fog Lamps 4 12 Front Turn Signal Parking and Daytime Running Lamps 6 49 Halogen Bulbs 6 48 Headlamp Aiming 6 47 Headlamps 6 48 License Plate Lamps 6 51 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 6 50 Buying New Tires 6 72 C Calibration 3 40 California Perchl...

Page 439: ...evel Adjustment 4 61 Cigarette Lighter 4 16 Circuit Breakers 6 112 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 6 109 Exterior Lamps Lenses 6 107 Fabric Carpet 6 105 Cleaning cont Finish Care 6 108 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 6 106 Interior 6 103 Leather 6 105 Tires 6 110 Underbody Maintenance 6 110 Washing Your Vehicle 6 107 Weatherstrips 6 106 Windshield and Wiper Blades 6 108...

Page 440: ...ity Locks 3 9 Rear Doors 3 9 Driver Information Center DIC 4 33 DIC Operation and Displays 4 33 DIC Warnings and Messages 4 36 Driving At Night 5 24 Before a Long Trip 5 25 Defensive 5 2 Drunk 5 2 Highway Hypnosis 5 25 Hill and Mountain Roads 5 26 In Rain and on Wet Roads 5 24 Loss of Control 5 11 Off Road 5 13 Off Road Recovery 5 11 Recovery Hooks 5 30 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 5 30 Wint...

Page 441: ...8 19 Exit Lighting 4 14 Extender Safety Belt 2 35 Exterior Cargo Lamps 4 13 Exterior Lamps 4 10 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 6 20 Finish Damage 6 110 Fixed Mast Antenna 4 61 Flash to Pass 4 5 Flashers Hazard Warning 4 3 Flat Tire 6 79 Flat Tire Changing 6 80 Flat Tire Storing 6 96 Fluid Automatic Transmission 6 21 Power Steering 6 35 Windshield Washer 6 36 Fog Lamps Bulb Replacement 4 12 Four Wheel...

Page 442: ...meter 4 20 Glove Box 3 43 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 8 7 H Halogen Bulbs 6 48 Hazard Warning Flashers 4 3 Head Restraints 2 9 Headlamps 6 48 Aiming 6 47 Bulb Replacement 6 48 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 4 11 Exterior Lamps 4 10 Flash to Pass 4 5 High Low Beam Changer 4 5 On Reminder 4 11 Range Adjustment 2 9 Heated Seats 2 5 Heater 4 16 Engine Coolant 3 22 High Speed Operation Tires 6 64 High...

Page 443: ...stem 3 5 Keyless Entry System 3 4 Keys 3 3 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 6 56 Lamps Daytime Running DRL 4 11 Dome 4 13 Dome Lamp Override 4 14 Exterior Cargo 4 13 License Plate 6 51 Malfunction Indicator 4 28 Lap Belt 2 34 Lap Shoulder Belt 2 28 LATCH System for Child Restraints 2 46 Latches Seatback 2 10 Lighting Exit 4 14 Lights Airbag Readiness 4 22 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning 4 25 Brake Syste...

Page 444: ...rity Locks 3 9 Loss of Control 5 11 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 2 46 Lumbar Manual Controls 2 4 Power Controls 2 4 M Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Record 7 14 Maintenance Replacement Parts 7 12 Owner Checks and Services 7 8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 10 Scheduled Maintenance 7 3 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 4 28 Manual Lumbar Controls 2 4 Manual Seats 2 2 Manual Transmission F...

Page 445: ...vices 7 8 Owners Canadian iii P Paint Damage 6 110 Park Shifting Into 3 34 Shifting Out of 3 36 Parking Brake 3 33 Over Things That Burn 3 37 Parking Your Vehicle 3 36 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer 3 16 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Operation 3 16 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 4 23 Passenger Sensing System 2 74 Passing 5 11 Passlock 3 16 Perchlorate Materials Requirements Californi...

Page 446: ... Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 10 Recovery Hooks 5 30 Recreational Vehicle Towing 5 39 Reimbursement Program GM Mobility 8 7 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 3 4 3 5 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 6 85 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 6 81 Replacement Bulbs 6 52 Replacement Parts Maintenance 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 8 16 General Motors 8 17 U S ...

Page 447: ... Secondary Latch System 6 93 Securing a Child Restraint Center Front Seat Position 2 62 Rear Seat Position 2 59 Right Front Seat Position 2 62 Security Light 4 31 Service 6 3 Accessories and Modifications 6 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle 6 5 Doing Your Own Work 6 4 Engine Soon Lamp 4 28 Parts Identification Label 6 111 Publications Ordering Information 8 17 Scheduling Appointment...

Page 448: ...ronic Immobilizer Operation 3 16 Passlock 3 16 Tilt Wheel 4 3 Time Setting 4 42 Tires 6 55 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels Cleaning 6 109 Buying New Tires 6 72 Chains 6 78 Changing a Flat Tire 6 80 Cleaning 6 110 Different Size 6 74 High Speed Operation 6 64 If a Tire Goes Flat 6 79 Inflation Tire Pressure 6 63 Inspection and Rotation 6 70 Installing the Spare Tire 6 85 Pressure Light 4 27 Pressu...

Page 449: ...sion Operation Manual 3 26 Transportation Program Courtesy 8 11 Trip Odometer 4 20 Truck Camper Loading Information 5 38 Turn and Lane Change Signals 4 4 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 4 4 U Uniform Tire Quality Grading 6 74 Up Shift Light 4 24 V Vehicle Control 5 3 Loading 5 31 Parking Your 3 36 Running While Parked 3 38 Symbols iv Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 8 18 Vehicle Identification N...

Page 450: ... New Tires 6 71 Where to Put the Child Restraint 2 44 Windows 3 12 Manual 3 13 Power 3 13 Windshield Washer 4 6 Washer Fluid 6 36 Wiper Blade Replacement 6 52 Wiper Blades Cleaning 6 108 Wiper Fuses 6 112 Wipers 4 5 Winter Driving 5 27 X XM Radio Messages 4 59 XM Satellite Radio Antenna 4 61 i 14 ...

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