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Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico-

9159327) - 2016 - CRC - 5/12/15

Service and Maintenance

347

Tire Rotation and Required
Services Every 12 000 km/
7,500 mi

Rotate the tires, if recommended for
the vehicle, and perform the
following services. See

Tire

Rotation

308

Check engine oil level and oil
life percentage. If needed,
change engine oil and filter, and
reset oil life system. See

Engine

Oil

265

and

Engine Oil Life

System

267

Check engine coolant level. See

Engine Coolant

272

Check windshield washer fluid
level. See

Washer Fluid

276

Visually inspect windshield wiper
blades for wear, cracking,
or contamination. See

Exterior

Care

334

. Replace worn or

damaged wiper blades. See

Wiper Blade Replacement

283

Check tire inflation pressures.
See

Tire Pressure

302

Inspect tire wear. See

Tire

Inspection

307

Visually check for fluid leaks.

Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
See

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

269

Inspect brake system. See

Exterior Care

334

Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of
wear. See

Exterior Care

334

Check restraint system
components. See

Safety System

Check

Visually inspect fuel system for
damage or leaks.

Visually inspect exhaust system
and nearby heat shields for
loose or damaged parts.

Lubricate body components. See

Exterior Care

334

Check starter switch. See

Starter

Switch Check

281

Check automatic transmission
shift lock control function. See

Automatic Transmission Shift
Lock Control Function Check

282

Check ignition transmission lock.
See

Ignition Transmission Lock

Check

282

Check parking brake and
automatic transmission park
mechanism. See

Park Brake and

P (Park) Mechanism Check

283

Check accelerator pedal for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed.

Visually inspect gas strut for
signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage. Check the hold open
ability of the strut. See your
dealer if service is required.

Verify spare tire key lock
operation and lubricate as
needed. See

Tire Changing

316

Summary of Contents for 2016 Colorado

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Page 2: ...Brief 5 Keys Doors and Windows 25 Seats and Restraints 42 Storage 98 Instruments and Controls 100 Lighting 141 Infotainment System 148 Climate Controls 185 Driving and Operating 191 Vehicle Care 258 Service and Maintenance 344 Technical Data 358 Customer Information 362 Reporting Safety Defects 372 OnStar 376 Index 386 ...

Page 3: ...vailable in your region or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual If this vehicle has the Duramax diesel engine see the Duramax diesel supplement for additional and specific information on this engine Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle Owners Propriétaire...

Page 4: ... that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gauge or indicator M Shown when the owner manual has additional instructions or information Shown when the service manual has additional instructions or information 0 Shown when there is more information on another page see page Vehicle Sy...

Page 5: ...er Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9159327 2016 CRC 5 12 15 4 Introduction Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Power Safety Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monitor d Traction Control StabiliTrak a Under Pressure ...

Page 6: ...ing 14 Exterior Lighting 15 Windshield Wiper Washer 15 Climate Controls 16 Transmission 17 Four Wheel Drive 18 Vehicle Features Infotainment System 19 Radio s 19 Satellite Radio 19 Portable Audio Devices 20 Bluetooth 20 Steering Wheel Controls 20 Cruise Control 20 Driver Information Center DIC Base Level 20 Driver Information Center DIC Uplevel 21 Forward Collision Alert FCA System 21 Lane Departu...

Page 7: ...Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9159327 2016 CRC 5 12 15 6 In Brief Instrument Panel ...

Page 8: ... 9 Power Outlets 0 104 If Equipped 10 Shift Lever See Automatic Transmission 0 218 or Manual Transmission 0 223 11 Auxiliary Jack 0 162 USB Port 0 159 12 Hazard Warning Flashers 0 144 Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 233 Cargo Lamp 0 145 Lane Departure Warning LDW 0 241 If Equipped Hill Descent Control HDC 0 234 If Equipped Tow Haul Selector Button If Equipped See Tow Haul Mode 0 22...

Page 9: ...hicle Personalization 0 136 7 Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator Press 7 and hold for at least three seconds to sound the panic alarm Press 7 again to cancel the panic alarm See Keys 0 25 and Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 28 Remote Vehicle Start If equipped the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle Starting the Vehicle 1 Press and release Q on the RKE ...

Page 10: ...e Door Locks 0 31 and Power Door Locks 0 31 Windows Power Windows Crew Cab Shown Extended Cab Similar The driver door has switches to control all windows Each passenger door has a switch to control that window The power windows work when the ignition is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 213 Press the switch to lower the win...

Page 11: ... locked in place Power Seats To adjust a power seat if equipped Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down See Power Seat Adjustment 0 44 and Reclining Seatbacks 0 45 Power Lumbar If equipped press and hold the top of the control to increase lumbar support Press and hold the bottom of the contr...

Page 12: ...cks 0 45 Heated Seats If equipped the buttons are on the center stack To operate the engine must be running This feature will heat the cushion and back of the seats Press to heat the driver or passenger seatback only Press z to heat the driver or passenger cushion and seatback The indicator light comes on when this feature is on See Heated Front Seats 0 46 Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive un...

Page 13: ...ont outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System 0 61 The passenger airbag status indicator lights on the overhead console are visible when the vehicle is started See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 113 Mirror Adjustment Using hood mounted air deflectors and add on convex mirror attachments c...

Page 14: ...Mirror Adjustment Adjust the mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle Manual Dimming Rearview Mirror If equipped push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid the glare of headlamps from behind Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror If equipped the rearview mirror dims automatically to reduce the glare of the headlamps from behind The dimming feature...

Page 15: ...ering wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Interior Lighting Dome Lamps The interior lamps control in the overhead console controls both the front and rear interior lamps Turns the lamps off H Turns the lamps on when any door is opened Keeps the lamps on all the time Reading Lamps If Equipped The front reading lamps are in the overhead console The rear reading lamps are in...

Page 16: ...lamps including all lamps except the headlamps 5 Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 141 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 0 142 Fog Lamps 0 144 Windshield Wiper Washer The windshield wiper washer lever is on the right side of the steering column With the ignition in ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN move the windshield wiper lever to selec...

Page 17: ... CRC 5 12 15 16 In Brief Climate Controls These systems control the heating cooling and ventilation Climate Control System 1 Fan Control 2 A C Air Conditioning 3 Air Delivery Mode Controls 4 Defrost 5 TEMP Temperature Control 6 Rear Window Defogger If Equipped 7 Air Recirculation ...

Page 18: ...irculation 9 Power Button See Climate Control Systems 0 185 or Automatic Climate Control System 0 187 If Equipped Transmission Range Selection Mode Range Selection Mode helps control the vehicle s transmission and vehicle speed while driving downhill or towing a trailer by letting you select a desired range of gears To enable 1 Move the shift lever to the M Manual Mode position The current range w...

Page 19: ...n Use it to shift into and out of the different four wheel drive modes The different drive options that may be available are described following 2 m Two Wheel Drive High This setting is used for driving in most street and highway situations AUTO Automatic Four Wheel Drive This setting is ideal for use when road surface traction conditions are variable 4 m Four Wheel Drive High Use this setting whe...

Page 20: ...g Radio Station Presets Up to 25 preset stations from all bands can be stored in the favorite lists in any order Up to five stations can be stored in each favorite page and the number of favorite pages can be set To store the station to a position in the list while on the active source main page such as AM FM or SiriusXM if equipped press and hold a favorites soft key button on the faceplate See S...

Page 21: ...ment Controls Base Radio 0 170 or Bluetooth Infotainment Controls Base Connected Radio 0 174 Steering Wheel Controls If equipped the infotainment system can be operated by using the steering wheel controls See Steering Wheel Controls in the infotainment manual Cruise Control 5 Press to turn the system on or off A white indicator comes on in the instrument cluster when cruise is turned on RES If th...

Page 22: ... to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster V Press to open a menu or select a menu item Press and hold to reset values on certain screens See Driver Information Center DIC Base Level 0 122 or Driver Information Center DIC Uplevel 0 125 Forward Collision Alert FCA System If equipped FCA may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front end crashes FCA provides a green indicator V...

Page 23: ...nter stack below the climate control system if equipped On the center floor console if equipped On the rear of the center storage console Lift the cover to access and replace when not in use See Power Outlets 0 104 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control Electronic Stability Control The Traction Control System TCS limits wheel spin The system is on when the vehicle is started The StabiliTrak ...

Page 24: ...ff as the vehicle is driven This may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance Maintain the correct tire pressures See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 303 Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and on most v...

Page 25: ...nd weather conditions are appropriate use cruise control Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require Keep vehicle tires properly inflated Combine several trips into a single trip Replace the vehicle s tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire s sidewall near the size Follow recommended scheduled maintenance Roadside Assistance Program U S 1 800 243...

Page 26: ... Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 36 Manual Mirrors 36 Power Mirrors 36 Heated Mirrors 37 Blind Spot Mirrors 37 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 38 Manual Rearview Mirror 38 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 38 Windows Windows 39 Power Windows 39 Rear Windows 41 Sun Visors 41 Keys and Locks Keys Warning Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous and children or other...

Page 27: ...gs The ignition key and key rings and RKE transmitter if equipped are designed to work together as a system to reduce the risk of unintentionally moving the key out of the RUN position The ignition key has a small hole to allow attachment of the provided key ring It is important that any replacement ignition keys have a small hole See your dealer if a replacement key is required The combination an...

Page 28: ...st key The vehicle must be off and all of the keys you wish to program must be with you 1 Insert the new vehicle key into the ignition 2 Turn to ON RUN The security light will come on 3 Wait 10 minutes until the security light turns off 4 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF 5 Repeat Steps 2 4 two more times After the third time turn to ON RUN the key is learned and all previously known keys will no long...

Page 29: ...ock all doors If enabled through the Driver Information Center DIC the turn signal lamps flash once to indicate locking has occurred If enabled through the DIC the horn chirps when Q is pressed again within three seconds See Vehicle Personalization 0 136 Pressing Q arms the vehicle alarm system See Vehicle Alarm System 0 34 K Unlock Press once to unlock only the driver door If K is pressed again w...

Page 30: ...have up to eight transmitters programmed to it See your dealer for transmitter programming Battery Replacement Replace the battery in the transmitter soon if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC Caution 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 and rem...

Page 31: ...ransmitter range may be less while the vehicle is running Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 0 27 or Vehicle Personalization 0 136 Starting the Engine Using Remote Start 1 Press and release Q 2 Immediately press and hold until the turn signal lamps flash or for at least four seconds When the vehicle starts the parking lamps will turn ...

Page 32: ... Warning Continued 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 the vehicle Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening To lock or unlock a door from the outside press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or use the key in the driver door To lock ...

Page 33: ...atic transmissions and vehicle speed is above 13 km h 8 mph for manual transmissions To unlock the doors Press K on a door Shift the transmission into P Park for an automatic transmission Remove the key from the ignition for a manual transmission Automatic door unlocking can be programmed through the Driver Information Center DIC See Vehicle Personalization 0 136 Lockout Protection When locking is...

Page 34: ...a moving vehicle may result 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 On vehicles with a lock on the tailgate use the key to lock or unlock the tailgate The power door locks will not lock or unlock the tailgate Open the tailgate by lifting up on its handle while pulling the tailgate down T...

Page 35: ...they do not make the vehicle impossible to steal Vehicle Alarm System If equipped with the anti theft alarm system the indicator light on the instrument panel near the windshield indicates the status of the system Off Alarm system is disarmed On Solid Vehicle is secured during the delay to arm the system Fast Flash Vehicle is unsecured A door or the hood is open Slow Flash Alarm system is armed Ar...

Page 36: ...ystem or turn off the alarm Detecting a Tamper Condition If K is pressed on the RKE transmitter and the horn chirps three times an alarm occurred previously while the alarm system was armed Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement 0 372 Immobilizer Operation This vehicle has a passive theft deterrent system The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed The vehicle is automatically imm...

Page 37: ...k farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on the right Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes The passenger side mirror is convex shaped A convex mirror s surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat Manual Mirrors If equipped adjust manual mirrors by moving the mirror up and down or left...

Page 38: ...s a small convex mirror built into the upper and outer corner of the driver outside mirror It can show objects that may be in the vehicle s blind zone Driving with the Blind Spot Mirror Actual Mirror View 1 When the approaching vehicle is a long distance away the image in the main mirror is small and near the inboard edge of the mirror 2 As the vehicle gets closer the image in the main mirror gets...

Page 39: ...slowly into the adjacent lane Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle If equipped with OnStar the vehicle may have three control buttons at the bottom of the mirror See your dealer for more information about OnStar and how to subscribe to it See OnStar Overview 0 376 Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror Use...

Page 40: ...s down and the front windows are up To reduce the sound open either a front window or the sunroof if equipped Power Windows Warning Children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Never leave keys in a vehicle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent operation of the windows See Keys 0 25 Crew Cab Shown ...

Page 41: ...s now reprogrammed Obstacle Detection Feature The obstacle detection feature is part of the express up feature and is active In the middle and upper portions of the window opening During window up movements In ignition OFF during window up movements and during express up in ignition ON RUN START If there is something blocking the window during automatic closing the window will reverse direction fo...

Page 42: ...he switch will illuminate when activated Press Z again to deactivate the lockout switch If the indicator light flashes the feature may not be working properly Rear Windows Sliding Rear Window If the vehicle has this feature squeeze the latch in the center of the window and slide the glass to open it Be sure the latch is engaged when the window is closed Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down to block ...

Page 43: ...ing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash 55 Airbag System Airbag System 56 Where Are the Airbags 57 When Should an Airbag Inflate 58 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 59 How Does an Airbag Restrain 60 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 60 Passenger Sensing System 61 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 65 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 66 Airbag System Check 67 Replacing Air...

Page 44: ... occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Driver Seat Inboard Button The height of the head restraint can be adjusted Pull the head restraint up to raise it Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place To lower the head restraint press the button located on the top of the seatback and push the restraint down Try to move the head restrai...

Page 45: ...for Children LATCH System 0 75 Extended Cab The vehicle s rear seats have headrests in the outboard seating positions that cannot be adjusted If you are installing a child restraint in the rear seat see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 75 Front Seats Seat Adjustment Warning You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving Adjus...

Page 46: ...be dangerous Even when buckled up the safety belts cannot do their job The shoulder belt 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 could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle ...

Page 47: ...pright position 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback to return to the upright position 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Heated Front Seats Warning If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin the seat heater may cause burns To reduce the risk of burns people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater especially...

Page 48: ...uring a remote start the heated seats can be turned on automatically The heated seats are canceled when the ignition is turned on Press the heated seat button to use the heated seats after the vehicle is started The heated seat indicator lights do not turn on during a remote start The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced This is normal The heated seats will not turn on duri...

Page 49: ...eturn the head restraint to the upright position See Head Restraints 0 43 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 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place Warning A safety belt that is improperly routed not p...

Page 50: ...earing safety belts injuries can be much worse than if you are wearing safety belts You can be seriously injured or killed by hitting things inside the vehicle harder or by being ejected from the vehicle In addition anyone who is not buckled up can strike other passengers in the vehicle It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision passengers ridin...

Page 51: ...ing and after a crash so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag is provided all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection Also in nearly all states and in all Canadian provin...

Page 52: ...best able to take belt restraining forces The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash Warning You can be seriously injured or even killed by not wearing your safety belt properly Never allow the lap or shoulder belt to become loose or twisted Never wear the shoulder belt under both arms or behind your back Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an armrest Lap Shoulder Belt All se...

Page 53: ...appens let the belt go back all the way and start again If the webbing locks in the latch plate before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate to flat to unlock 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender 0 54 Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt c...

Page 54: ...lt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and front outboard passenger Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it The belt should be close to but not contacting the neck Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash See How to Wear Safety Belts Pro...

Page 55: ...y Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety...

Page 56: ...to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash Warning A crash can damage the safety belt system in the vehicle A damaged safety belt system may not properly protect the person using it resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash To help make sure the safety belt systems are working Continued Warnin...

Page 57: ...ags the word AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim 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 kill...

Page 58: ...ou are sitting well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with seat mounted side impact airbags and or roof rail airbags Warning Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Always secure children properly in the vehicle To re...

Page 59: ...n airbag the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury Continued Warning Continued 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 Do not use seat accessories that block...

Page 60: ...ogy frontal airbags Advanced technology frontal airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity Seat mounted side impact airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes depending on the location of the impact Seat mounted side impact airbags are not designed to inflate in frontal impacts near frontal impacts rollovers or rear impacts A seat mounted side impact airbag is...

Page 61: ...s and seat mounted side impact airbags inflate they quickly deflate so quickly that some people may not even realize an airbag inflated Roof rail airbags may still be at least partially inflated for some time after they inflate Some components of the airbag module may be hot for several minutes For location of the airbags see Where Are the Airbags 0 57 The parts of the airbag that come into contac...

Page 62: ...ont outboard 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 the vehicle covers the need to replace other parts The vehicle has ...

Page 63: ...e seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal 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 be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the p...

Page 64: ...and stay lit as a reminder 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 front outboard passenger frontal airbag depending upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in the vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly whether or not ther...

Page 65: ...lt size is sitting in the front outboard passenger seat but the off indicator is lit it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat or that the child restraint locking feature is engaged Use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the front outboard passenger frontal airbag 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 Remove any additional material from the seat s...

Page 66: ...em operates We recommend that you not use seat covers or other aftermarket equipment except when approved by GM for your specific vehicle See Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 66 for more information about modifications that can affect how the system operates The on indicator may be lit if an object such as a briefcase handbag grocery bag laptop or other electronic device is put on...

Page 67: ...rs or airbag wiring Your dealer and the service manual have information about the location of the airbag sensors sensing and diagnostic module and airbag wiring In addition the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position which includes sensors that are part of the passenger seat The passenger sensing system may not operate properly if the original seat trim is ...

Page 68: ...ehicle A damaged airbag system may not work properly and may not protect you and your passenger s in a crash resulting in serious injury or even death To help make sure the airbag systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible If an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See your dealer for service If the...

Page 69: ...r way to wear safety belts A An older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe ...

Page 70: ...led nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Warning Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosene...

Page 71: ...es can be seriously injured or killed Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front outboard 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 front outboard seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go Q What are the different ...

Page 72: ...each the maximum height and weight limits of their child restraint Warning A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injur...

Page 73: ...ed Warning Continued restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual To help reduce the chance of injury the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle Child restraint systems must be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap shoulder b...

Page 74: ...operly following the instructions that came with that child restraint Where to Put the Restraint According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position Whenever possible children aged 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position Never put a rear facing child seat...

Page 75: ...ed cab model Never install a child restraint in the right rear seating position without the seat cushion extension See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 75 and Securing Child Restraints Rear Seat 0 89 or Securing Child Restraints Front Passenger Seat 0 94 Never secure a rear facing or forward facing child restraint in the left rear seating position in an extended cab model When...

Page 76: ...eat be secured with the LATCH system this can be done as long as the booster seat can be positioned properly and there is no interference with the proper positioning of the lap shoulder belt on the child Make sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint and also the instructions in this manual When installing a child restraint with a top tether you must also use either the lo...

Page 77: ...ving or in a crash The child restraint may have a single tether 3 or a dual tether 4 Either will have a single attachment hook 2 to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top...

Page 78: ...osed metal lower anchors for each rear seating position attached to the back wall near the seat cushion Even though LATCH anchors are required for this position a child restraint forward facing or rear facing should not be installed in the left rear seat Extended Cab without Rear Seats Front Seats Shown For extended cab models without rear seats there is a top tether anchor provided for the front ...

Page 79: ...ly behind the front passenger seat Do not place heavy objects on the top tether anchor or use it as a tie down for cargo as this may cause damage to 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...

Page 80: ...e retractor It unlocks when the shoulder belt is allowed to go all the way back into the retractor but it cannot do this if it is wrapped around a child s neck If the shoulder belt is locked and tightened around a child s neck the only way to loosen the belt is to cut it Buckle any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them Pull the shoulder belt all the way out o...

Page 81: ...f this section 3 If the child restraint manufacturer s instructions recommend that the top tether be attached attach the top tether to the top tether anchor 1 Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps 3 1 Release and pull the rear seatback forward to access the top tether anchors 1 See Rear Seats Crew Cab 0 47 3 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 3 Route the top tether...

Page 82: ...k until it locks into its upright position Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is secured properly 4 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 safety belts and the top tether Refer to your child restraint manufacturer i...

Page 83: ...led according to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions A rear facing or forward facing child restraint can be installed in the right rear seating position using the seat cushion extension in an extended cab model Never install a rear facing or forward facing child restraint in the right rear seating position without the seat cushion extension Warning Do not let anyone ride in the front p...

Page 84: ...aint See Power Seat Adjustment 0 44 Seat Adjustment 0 44 and Reclining Seatbacks 0 45 When a rear facing child restraint is installed properly the front passenger seat cannot be used 1 Always install the seat cushion extension in the right rear seating position when installing a forward facing or rear facing child restraint Also use the seat cushion extension for booster seats that extend past the...

Page 85: ...ill show you how 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth There should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement for proper installation 8 Always reinstall the headrest before the seating position is used by another occupant See Head Restraint Head...

Page 86: ...senger sensing system is designed to turn off the 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 Child Restraints Front Passenger Seat later in this section and Passenger Sensing System 0 61 for important safety information and additional information on installing a child restr...

Page 87: ...2 5 cm 1 in of movement for proper installation Head Restraint Headrest Removal and Reinstallation Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck spinal injury in a crash Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly Crew Cab The rear outboard head restraints can be...

Page 88: ...ad restraint to make sure it is locked in place Extended Cab To remove the headrest 1 Press the button on the side of the headrest post on the top of the seatback and pull up 2 If removing the headrest to install a booster seat in the left rear seating position store the headrest in the left rear seat storage area as shown See Underseat Storage 0 99 Never install a forward facing or rearward facin...

Page 89: ...the posts should face the driver side of the vehicle 3 Push the headrest down Pull up on the headrest to make sure it is locked in place Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash Warning A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash To help make sure the LATCH system is wor...

Page 90: ...t in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say If you need to install more than one child restraint in the rear seat be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint 0 73 Extended Cab Warning Never secure a rear facing or forward facing child restraint in the left rear seating position in a...

Page 91: ... A booster seat may be used in the left rear seating position if the base of the booster seat fits on the seat cushion and does not extend past the front edge of the seat cushion If the booster seat extends past the front of the seat cushion it should be used in the right rear seating position with the seat cushion extension When using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this po...

Page 92: ...ns See Seat Adjustment 0 44 and Reclining Seatbacks 0 45 When a rear facing child restraint is installed properly the front passenger seat cannot be used 5 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether adjust the top tether to its full length and attach it to the top tether anchor Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for...

Page 93: ...is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 6 and 7 10 Tighten the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 75 11 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed th...

Page 94: ...commends using a top tether adjust the top tether to its full length and attach it to the top tether anchor Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 75 3 Put the child restraint on the seat 4 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The...

Page 95: ...d restraint unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it return to the stowed position If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor disconnect it If the head restraint was removed reinstall it before the seating position is used See Head Restraint Headrest Removal and Reinstallation under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 75 for additional information on installing the...

Page 96: ...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 your vehicle even if the airbag is off If a child restraint uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 75 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or ...

Page 97: ...e until it clicks Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 5 Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock When the retractor lock is set the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 6 If the vehicle does not have a rear seat and the child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether...

Page 98: ... Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 75 9 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement If the airbag is off the off indicator on the p...

Page 99: ...nglasses Storage 99 Underseat Storage 99 Center Console Storage 99 Storage Compartments Warning Do not store heavy or sharp objects in storage compartments In a crash these objects may cause the cover to open and could result in injury Glove Box Lift up on the glove box lever to open it Cupholders Crew Cab If equipped pull the armrest to lower There are two cupholders in the armrest ...

Page 100: ...w Model Similar If equipped there is storage under the rear seat Pull the release strap or lever and then raise the seat cushion Pull the strap or lever again to lower the cushion Center Console Storage There is storage under the armrest in the center console Press the button and lift Depending on the options there may be a USB port or auxiliary jack inside See USB Port 0 159 and Auxiliary Jack 0 ...

Page 101: ...t Manual Transmission 117 Tow Haul Mode Light 117 Hill Descent Control Light 118 Lane Departure Warning LDW Light 118 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 118 Traction Off Light 118 StabiliTrak OFF Light 119 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 119 Tire Pressure Light 119 Engine Oil Pressure Light 120 Low Fuel Warning Light Base Level 120 Low Fuel Warning Light Uplevel 121 Security Light 121 High Beam...

Page 102: ... Speed Messages 135 Vehicle Personalization Vehicle Personalization 136 Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place Tilt and Telescoping Steering Wheel 1 Pull the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from ...

Page 103: ...e wiper lever down For several wipes hold the wiper lever down n L Windshield Washer Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers The wipers will continue until the lever is released or the maximum wash time is reached When the windshield wiper lever is released additional wipes may occur depending on how long the windshield washer had been ac...

Page 104: ...GPS signal The compass system will automatically determine when a GPS signal is restored and provide a heading again See Compass Messages 0 129 for the messages that may be displayed for the compass Clock Setting the Time and Date with Faceplate Controls To set the time or date 1 Select SETTINGS from the Home Page then select Time and Date 2 Select the desired function 3 Turn the MENU knob to incr...

Page 105: ...ouch to go back to the previous menu Power Outlets Accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cell phone MP3 player etc The vehicle may have accessory power outlets On the center stack below the climate control system if equipped On the center floor console if equipped On the rear of the center storage console Lift the cover to access and replace when not in use ...

Page 106: ... accessory power plugs only such as cell phone charge cords Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Wh...

Page 107: ...Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9159327 2016 CRC 5 12 15 106 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Base Level English Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 108: ...rolet Colorado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9159327 2016 CRC 5 12 15 Instruments and Controls 107 If the vehicle has a diesel engine see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information ...

Page 109: ...Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9159327 2016 CRC 5 12 15 108 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Uplevel English Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 110: ...25 Audio Phone Navigation Settings Audio In the main view of the Audio app press w or x to scroll through radio stations or move to the next previous track of a CD USB Bluetooth device that is connected to the vehicle Press V to select the Audio app then press p to enter the Audio menu In the Audio menu browse for music select from the favorites or change the audio source Phone Press V to select t...

Page 111: ...eed To set the Speed Warning press p when Speed Warning is displayed Press w or x to adjust the value Press V to set the speed Once the speed is set this feature can be turned off by pressing V while viewing this page If the selected speed limit is exceeded a pop up warning is displayed with a chime Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle s speed in either kilometers per hour km h or miles p...

Page 112: ...d soon Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge At the service station the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated For example the gauge 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 ...

Page 113: ...n to remind the driver to fasten their safety belt Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled This cycle may continue several times if the driver remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving If the driver safety belt is buckled neither the light nor the chime comes on Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a passenger safety belt reminder light near the passenger ai...

Page 114: ...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 vehicle serviced right away If there is a problem with the airbag system a Driver Information Center DIC message may also come on See Airbag System Messages...

Page 115: ...e information including important safety information Charging System Light The charging system light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on but the engine is not running as a check to show the light is working It should go out when the engine is started If the light stays on or comes on while driving there may be a problem with the electrical charging system Have it checked by your dealer...

Page 116: ... 0 259 If the light is flashing A malfunction has been detected that could damage the emission control system and increase vehicle emissions Diagnosis and service may be required To help prevent damage reduce vehicle speed and avoid hard accelerations and uphill grades If towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as possible If the light continues to flash find a safe place ...

Page 117: ...m is ready for inspection This can happen if the 12 volt battery has recently been replaced or run down or if the vehicle has been recently serviced See your dealer if the vehicle will not pass or cannot be made ready for the test Brake System Warning Light The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits If one circuit is not working the remaining circuit can still work to stop the veh...

Page 118: ...s soon as it is safely possible and turn off the vehicle Then start the engine again to reset the system If the ABS light stays on or comes on again while driving the vehicle needs service A chime may also sound when the light comes on steady If the ABS light is the only light on the vehicle has regular brakes but the antilock brakes are not functioning If both the ABS and the brake system warning...

Page 119: ...rn signal in that direction See Lane Departure Warning LDW 0 241 Vehicle Ahead Indicator If equipped this indicator will display green when a vehicle is detected ahead and amber when you are following a vehicle ahead much too closely See Forward Collision Alert FCA System 0 240 Traction Off Light This light comes on briefly while starting the engine If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your...

Page 120: ...e system is working normally the indicator light turns off If the light is on and not flashing the TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak system have been disabled A DIC message may display Check the DIC messages to determine which feature s is no longer functioning and whether the vehicle requires service If the light is on and flashing the TCS and or the StabiliTrak system is actively working See T...

Page 121: ...e Add oil if required but if the oil level is within the operating range and the oil pressure is still low have the vehicle serviced Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil This light should come on briefly as the engine is started If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the light comes on and stays on it means that oil is not flowing through the e...

Page 122: ... started If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light turns off If the light stays on and the engine does not start there could be a problem with the theft deterrent system See Immobilizer Operation 0 35 High Beam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer 0 142 Fro...

Page 123: ...n the center of the instrument cluster DIC Operation and Displays The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by using the DIC buttons on the turn signal lever DIC Buttons 1 SET CLR Press to set or press and hold to clear the menu item displayed 2 w x Use the band to scroll through the items in each menu 3 MENU Press to display the Trip Fuel Menu the Vehicle Information Menu and the ECO M...

Page 124: ... Displays the average vehicle speed of the vehicle in kilometers per hour km h or miles per hour mph This average is based on the various vehicle speeds recorded since the last reset Reset the average speed by pressing SET CLR when it is displayed Timer To start the timer press SET CLR while Timer is displayed The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset ...

Page 125: ...attery Voltage Displays the current battery voltage if equipped Battery voltage changes are normal while driving See Charging System Light 0 114 If there is a problem with the battery charging system the DIC will display a message See Battery Voltage and Charging Messages 0 128 Engine Hours Shows the total number of hours the engine has run Transmission Fluid Temperature Shows the temperature of t...

Page 126: ...s to the best that has been achieved Driver Information Center DIC Uplevel The DIC displays are shown in the center of the instrument cluster in the Info app See Instrument Cluster Base Level 0 106 or Instrument Cluster Uplevel 0 108 The displays show the status of many vehicle systems The controls for the DIC are on the right steering wheel control w or x Press to move up or down in a list o or p...

Page 127: ...is display is active to reset the trip odometer and the average fuel economy Trip A and Trip B can also be reset by pressing p and choosing reset Fuel Range Shows the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven without refueling LOW will be displayed when the vehicle is low on fuel The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle s fuel economy over recent driving history and the a...

Page 128: ...onomy that has been achieved for the selected distance The selected distance is displayed at the top of the page as last xxx mi km Press p to select the distance or reset best value Use w and x to choose the distance and press V Press w and x to select Reset Best Score Press V to reset the best average fuel economy After reset the best value displays until the selected distance has been traveled T...

Page 129: ...r the other The messages that do not require immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by pressing SET CLR or V The messages that require immediate action cannot be cleared until that action is performed All messages should be taken seriously and clearing the messages does not correct the problem The following are some of the vehicle messages that may be displayed depending on your vehicle ...

Page 130: ...grade sufficient to activate HSA HSA holds the braking pressure for a maximum of two seconds to ensure that there is no rolling which will assist the driver to transition between releasing the brake pedal and accelerating to drive off while on the grade The brakes will automatically release when the accelerator pedal is applied within the two second window See Hill Start Assist HSA 0 232 RELEASE P...

Page 131: ... vehicle to idle until it cools down See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 0 111 When towing use Tow Haul Mode to prevent damage to the engine or transmission See Tow Haul Mode 0 222 ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE This message displays and a chime may sound if the engine cooling system reaches unsafe temperatures for operation Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so to avoid sev...

Page 132: ...duced speed while this message is on but acceleration and speed may be reduced Anytime this message stays on the vehicle should be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible Fuel System Messages FUEL LEVEL LOW This message displays and a chime may sound if the fuel level is low Refuel as soon as possible See Fuel Gauge 0 110 and Fuel 0 243 TIGHTEN GAS CAP This message may display along w...

Page 133: ...Forward Collision Alert FCA systems are disabled and need service See your dealer Ride Control System Messages SERVICE STABILITRAK If this message displays it means there may be a problem with the StabiliTrak system If you see this message try to reset the system Stop turn off the engine for at least 15 seconds then start the engine again If this message still comes on it means there is a problem ...

Page 134: ...fety Belt Assurance System times out and allows the vehicle to be shifted out of P Park after 30 seconds following brake apply See Safety Belts and Child Restraints in the Index for information about the importance of proper restraint use This system may not function properly if the airbag readiness light is on See Airbag Readiness Light 0 113 Security Messages SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM This ...

Page 135: ... of the vehicle s tires is low This message also displays with a vehicle picture to indicate the location of the low tire The low tire pressure warning light will also come on See Tire Pressure Light 0 119 You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC stop as soon as you can Have the tire pressures checked and set to those shown on the ...

Page 136: ...e correct vehicle speed is reached TO EXIT 4WD LOW SHIFT TO NEUTRAL If a four wheel drive shift out of Four Wheel Drive Low is requested and the vehicle speed is correct but the transmission is not in N Neutral this message will display until the transmission is shifted to N Neutral TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE This message displays and a chime may sound if the transmission fluid in the vehicle ge...

Page 137: ...turn to the previous menu or exit Turn the vehicle to ON RUN to access the Settings menu then select SETTINGS from the Home page on the infotainment system display Personalization Menus The following list of menu items may be available Time and Date Language Language Valet Mode Radio Vehicle Bluetooth Voice Display Rear Camera Return to Factory Settings Software Information Detailed information fo...

Page 138: ...Touch Feedback to be turned on or off Select Off or On Auto Volume This feature adjusts the volume based on vehicle speed and ambient noise Select Off Low Medium Low Medium Medium High or High Maximum Startup Volume This feature sets the maximum startup volume If the vehicle is started and the volume is greater than this level the volume is adjusted to this level To set the maximum startup volume ...

Page 139: ...nti Lockout When on this feature will keep the driver door from locking when the door is open If Off is selected the Delayed Door Lock menu will be available Select Off or On Auto Door Unlock This allows selection of which of the doors will automatically unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P Park with an automatic transmission or when the vehicle is turned off with a manual transmission Select...

Page 140: ...0 174 or Pairing in Infotainment Controls under Bluetooth in the infotainment manual Device Management Select to connect to a different phone source disconnect a phone or delete a phone Ringtones Press to change the ring tone for the specific phone The phone does not need to be connected to change the ring tones Voice Mail Numbers This feature displays the voice mail number for all connected phone...

Page 141: ...he display area or any faceplate button to turn the display on Rear Camera Select and the following may display Guidance Lines Guidance Lines Select to turn Off or On See Rear Vision Camera RVC 0 238 Return to Factory Settings Select and the following may display Restore Vehicle Settings Clear All Private Data Restore Radio Settings Restore Vehicle Settings This allows selection of restoring vehic...

Page 142: ...l O Off Turns off the automatic headlamps and Daytime Running Lamps DRL Turn the headlamp control to the off position again to turn the automatic headlamps or DRL back on For vehicles first sold in Canada off will only work when the vehicle is in P Park AUTO Automatic Automatically turns on the headlamps at normal brightness together with the following Parking Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Taillam...

Page 143: ...w Beam Changer Push the turn signal lever toward the instrument panel to change the headlamps from low to high beam Pull the turn signal lever toward you and release it to return to low beam headlamps When the high beam headlamps are on this indicator light on the instrument cluster will also be on Flash to Pass This feature lets you use the high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you t...

Page 144: ...riving through a parking garage or tunnel If the vehicle is started in a dark garage the automatic headlamp system comes on immediately If it is light outside when the vehicle leaves the garage there is a slight delay before the automatic headlamp system changes to the DRL During that delay the instrument cluster may not be as bright as usual Make sure the instrument panel brightness control is in...

Page 145: ... starts to flash to signal a lane change This causes the turn signals to automatically flash three times Holding the turn signal lever for more than one second will cause the turn signals to flash until the lever is released The lever returns to its starting position whenever it is released If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or do not come on a signal bulb could be...

Page 146: ...he fog lamps go off When the high beam headlamps are turned off the fog lamps will come on again Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on with the fog lamps Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control This feature controls the brightness of the steering wheel and instrument panel lights The instrument panel illumination control is next to the exterior lamp control ...

Page 147: ...ach lamp on or off Lighting Features Entry Lighting Some exterior lamps and the interior lamps turn on briefly at night or in areas with limited lighting when K is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter When a door is opened the interior lamps come on if the dome lamp control is in the DOOR position After about 30 seconds the exterior lamps turn off Entry lighting can be disabled manu...

Page 148: ...his 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 control fan at high speed heated seats engine cooling fans trailer loads and loads plugged into accessory power ou...

Page 149: ... Radio 170 Bluetooth Infotainment Controls Base Connected Radio 174 Text Messaging 178 Trademarks and License Agreements Trademarks and License Agreements 179 Introduction Infotainment Base radio information is included in this manual See the infotainment manual for information on other available infotainment systems Read the following pages to become familiar with these features Warning Taking yo...

Page 150: ...n faceplate buttons and screen buttons Set up the audio by presetting favorite stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Set up phone numbers in advance so they can be called easily by pressing a single button or by using a single voice command if equipped with Bluetooth phone capability See Defensive Driving 0 192 To play the infotainment system with the ignition off see Retained Acces...

Page 151: ...s to scroll down through the favorite pages for each source 2 Favorites Soft Keys Press to select favorite stations Press and hold to save favorite stations Press to select a screen button when displayed 3 r Favorite Pages Press to scroll up through the favorite pages for each source 4 MENU Press to access the menu for the current audio source Press to select the highlighted menu option Turn to sc...

Page 152: ...ures The infotainment system displays a Home Page that makes it easy to access all of the applications Turn the MENU knob to highlight feature icons Press the MENU knob to access the feature s options Various functions are disabled when the vehicle is moving AUDIO Select the AUDIO screen icon to display the active source page The sources available are AM FM SiriusXM if equipped USB iPod AUX Input ...

Page 153: ... system Select o BACK to go back to the previous menu Radio See Radio Setup later in this section Vehicle See Vehicle Personalization 0 136 Display Press the MENU knob to turn the display on or off Return to Factory Settings See Return to Factory Settings later in this section Software Information If Equipped Press the MENU knob to select Save Vehicle Info to USB Press the MENU knob again to start...

Page 154: ...turn to Factory Settings Select Return to Factory Settings and the following may display Restore Vehicle Settings This option will restore factory vehicle personalization settings Select Restore Vehicle Settings A screen displays stating all vehicle customization settings will be restored to the factory settings Select Cancel or Confirm Clear All Private Data If Equipped This option clears all pri...

Page 155: ...akers Fade Turn the MENU knob to highlight Press the MENU knob to select Turn the MENU knob to the left for more sound from the front speakers and to the right for more sound from the rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the front and rear speakers EQ Equalizer Turn the MENU knob to highlight Turn the MENU knob to scroll through the options Press the MENU knob to select Pre...

Page 156: ...age 0 151 Satellite Radio SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service Vehicles with a SiriusXM satellite radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM satellite radio subscription can receive SiriusXM programming SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial free music coast to coast and in...

Page 157: ...ne on may cause static interference with the radio Unplug the phone or turn it off if this happens Multi Band Antenna The multi band antenna is on the roof of the vehicle The antenna is used for the AM FM radio OnStar the SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service System and GPS Global Positioning System if the vehicle has these features Keep the antenna clear of obstructions for clear reception Pandora Int...

Page 158: ...MENU Pandora has a menu with the following Tone Settings Select to adjust the tone settings See AM FM Radio 0 154 Bookmark Artist Select to bookmark the artist Bookmark Song Select to bookmark the song Auto Volume This feature sets the auto volume based on the speed of the vehicle and noise in the vehicle See AM FM Radio 0 154 Pandora Features Pandora service has features to rate tracks skip track...

Page 159: ...ount logged into Pandora Have at least one station created For Android and BlackBerry devices check that the device is paired with the vehicle and whether the device displays in the Connected phone sources list under the Phone icon from the Home Page For an iPhone check that the USB cable is connected to the USB port and the screen is unlocked Close Pandora on the device and launch again Devices t...

Page 160: ...ion The device does not support Internet connectivity The device is not in the vehicle The Bluetooth signal is lost No Skips Remaining For This Station or Permitted During Advertisements The maximum Pandora skip limit has been reached according to the plan that was obtained Skipping an advertisement was tried See www pandora com help If the service will not work see a dealer for assistance Audio P...

Page 161: ...eneration iPod classic 6th generation iPod touch 1st and 2nd generation iPad iPhone 3G and newer There may be problems with operation and function in the following situations When connecting a device with a more recent version of the firmware installed than is supported by the infotainment system When connecting a device on which firmware from other providers is installed To connect and control a ...

Page 162: ...he song from the list to begin playback Artists 1 Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to view the artists stored on the device 2 Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to select an artist name to view a list of all albums by the artist 3 Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to select an album name to view a list of all songs on the album 4 Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to...

Page 163: ...rrently active press the MEDIA faceplate button repeatedly to scroll through all of the available audio source screens until the AUX source screen is shown Playing from the AUX Jack An auxiliary device is played through the audio system and controlled through the device itself AUX Menu Press the MENU knob to display the AUX menu and the following may display Tone Settings Select to adjust Bass Mid...

Page 164: ...uetooth Audio as a source the radio may show as paused on the screen Press play on the device or press r to begin playback Some phones support sending Bluetooth music information to display on the radio When the radio receives this information it will check to see if any is available and display it For more information about supported Bluetooth features see www gm com bluetooth Voice Recognition I...

Page 165: ...his section Press the button below the g screen button to interrupt any voice recognition system prompt For example if the prompt seems to be taking too long to finish press the button below the g screen button again and the beep should happen right away There are two voice prompt modes supported Long verbal prompts The longer prompts provide more information regarding the supported actions Short ...

Page 166: ...auses a need for an immediate reply select g again and wait for the beep Speak the command naturally not too fast not too slow Use direct commands without a lot of extra words Usually Phone and Audio commands can be spoken in a single command For example Call Dave Smith at work Play followed by the artist or song name or Tune followed by the radio station number There is no need to memorize specif...

Page 167: ...pending on how voice recognition was initiated the Help pop up will either display on the instrument cluster or the infotainment screen Press the faceplate button below the Dismiss screen button to make the pop up go away Selecting g while the help prompt is playing will terminate the prompt and a beep will be heard Doing this will stop the help prompt so that a voice command can be used Voice Rec...

Page 168: ...m a specific device identified by name The device name is the name displayed on the screen when the device is first selected as an audio source Play Chapter Begin a dialog to enter a specific name Play Chapter chapter name Begin playback of the media selection identified in the command Play Audiobook Begin a dialog to enter a specific name Play Audiobook audiobook name Begin playback of the media ...

Page 169: ...Play Album must first be spoken the system will then ask for the album name The reply would be to say the name of the album to play Once the number of songs has exceeded approximately 8 000 there is no support for accessing the songs directly through voice commands There will still be access to the media content by using commands for playlists artists and genres The access commands for playlists a...

Page 170: ...l for instructions on the uplevel radios Bluetooth capable systems can interact with many cell phones allowing Placement and receipt of calls in a hands free mode Sharing of the cell phone s address book or contact list with the vehicle To minimize driver distraction before driving and with the vehicle parked Become familiar with the features of the cell phone Organize the phone book and contact l...

Page 171: ...ee Home Page 0 151 PHONE Select to enter the phone main menu See Bluetooth Overview 0 169 or Bluetooth Infotainment Controls Base Radio 0 170 or Bluetooth Infotainment Controls Base Connected Radio 0 174 Voice Recognition The voice recognition system uses commands to control the system and dial phone numbers Noise The system may not recognize voice commands if there is too much background noise su...

Page 172: ...m connects to the first available paired cell phone in the order that they were newly paired to the system To connect to a different paired phone see Connecting to a Different Phone later in this section Pairing a Phone or Device 1 From the Home Page turn the MENU knob to access the PHONE screen button then press the MENU knob to select the PHONE screen button If a device has been previously paire...

Page 173: ...letion Connecting to a Different Phone 1 From the Home Page turn the MENU knob then press to select the PHONE screen button 2 Turn the MENU knob and press to select Manage Phones 3 Turn the MENU knob to highlight the phone to be connected 4 Press the button just below the CONNECT screen button to connect to the highlighted device Phone Menu Once a phone is connected and selected the following may ...

Page 174: ...MENU knob to highlight the letter group and press to select 4 Turn the MENU knob to highlight the contact and press to select 5 Turn the MENU knob to highlight the desired number then press the MENU knob to call the contact To make a call using the Recent Calls menu 1 From the Home Page turn the MENU knob then press to select the PHONE screen button 2 Turn the MENU knob to highlight Recent Calls a...

Page 175: ...an send numbers during a call This is used when calling a menu driven phone system 1 When a call is active press the button just below the KEYPAD screen button 2 Turn the MENU knob to highlight the first digit and press to select If not initially in the phone application from the Home Page turn the MENU knob then press to select the PHONE screen button From the PHONE main menu turn the MENU knob t...

Page 176: ...o connect to a different paired phone see Connecting to a Different Phone later in this section Pairing a Phone or Device 1 From the Home Page turn the MENU knob to access the PHONE screen button then press the MENU knob to select the PHONE screen button If a device has been previously paired the main Phone menu will be shown If no devices have been paired Step 2 can be skipped 2 Turn the MENU kno...

Page 177: ...he DELETE screen button to confirm deletion Connecting to a Different Phone 1 From the Home Page turn the MENU knob then press to select the PHONE screen button 2 Turn the MENU knob and press to select Manage Phones 3 Turn the MENU knob to highlight the phone to be connected 4 Press the button just below the CONNECT screen button to connect to the highlighted device Phone Menu Once a phone is conn...

Page 178: ...b to highlight the contact and press to select 4 Turn the MENU knob to highlight the desired number then press the MENU knob to call the contact To make a call using the Recent Calls menu 1 From the Home Page turn the MENU knob then press to select the PHONE screen button 2 Turn the MENU knob to highlight Recent Calls and press to select If necessary select between Missed Recent and Sent calls by ...

Page 179: ... a call is active press the button just below the KEYPAD screen button 2 Turn the MENU knob to highlight the first digit and press to select If not initially in the phone application from the Home Page turn the MENU knob then press to select the PHONE screen button From the PHONE main menu turn the MENU knob to highlight Active Call and press to select Text Messaging If equipped the infotainment s...

Page 180: ... to add the message Press the o BACK button on faceplate to go back to the predefined messages list Select z to delete one character at a time Memory Full This message may display if there is no more room on the phone to store messages Text Settings Text Alerts When on this feature will display an alert when a new text message has been received Select on or off Manage Predefined Messages Select to...

Page 181: ... See www xmradio ca or call 1 877 209 0079 It is prohibited to copy decompile disassemble reverse engineer hack manipulate or otherwise make available any technology or software incorporated in receivers compatible with the SiriusXM Satellite Radio System or that support the SiriusXM website the Online Service or any of its content Furthermore the AMBER voice compression software included in this ...

Page 182: ...le information Gracenote Data from online servers or embedded databases collectively Gracenote Servers and to perform other functions You may use Gracenote Data only by means of the intended End User functions of this application or device This application or device may contain content belonging to Gracenote s providers If so all of the restrictions set forth herein with respect to Gracenote Data ...

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Page 186: ...heating cooling and ventilation can be controlled 1 Fan Control 2 A C Air Conditioning 3 Air Delivery Mode Controls 4 Defrost 5 TEMP Temperature Control 6 Rear Window Defogger If Equipped 7 Air Recirculation TEMP Temperature Control Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle 9 Fan Control Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease ...

Page 187: ... indicator light comes on Air is recirculated to quickly cool the inside of the vehicle It can also be used to help reduce outside air and odors that enter the vehicle 8 Outside Air If Equipped Press to turn on outside air An indicator light comes on Outside air is circulated throughout the vehicle A C Air Conditioning Press to turn the air conditioning system on or off An indicator light comes on...

Page 188: ...on the system is in full automatic operation If the air delivery mode or fan setting is manually adjusted the auto indicator turns off and displays will show the selected settings To place the system in automatic mode 1 Press AUTO 2 Set the temperature To find your comfort setting start with 22 C 72 F and allow the system time to stabilize Then adjust the temperature as needed for best comfort To ...

Page 189: ...e window outlets and second row floor outlets Defog This mode clears the windows of fog or moisture Air is directed to the windshield floor outlets outboard instrument panel outlets and side window outlets The system automatically forces outside air into the vehicle and the air conditioning compressor will run unless the outside temperature is close to freezing 0 Defrost Press to clear the windshi...

Page 190: ...if the ignition is turned to ACC ACCESSORY or LOCK OFF Caution Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window can damage the rear window defogger Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not clear the inside rear window with sharp objects Heated Mirror If equipped with heated outside rearview mirrors the mirrors heat to help clear fog or frost from the surface o...

Page 191: ...e performance of the system Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air filter reduces dust pollen and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle The filter will need to be replaced periodically See Maintenance Schedule 0 346 Using the climate control system wi...

Page 192: ...Exhaust Engine Exhaust 217 Running the Vehicle While Parked 218 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 218 Manual Mode 221 Tow Haul Mode 222 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission 223 Drive Systems Four Wheel Drive 224 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 230 Parking Brake 231 Brake Assist 232 Hill Start Assist HSA 232 Ride Control Systems Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 233 Hill...

Page 193: ...trol and seat settings Program all trip information into any navigation device prior to driving Wait until the vehicle is parked to retrieve items that have fallen to the floor Stop or park the vehicle to tend to children Keep pets in an appropriate carrier or restraint Avoid stressful conversations while driving whether with a passenger or on a cell phone Warning Taking your eyes off the road too...

Page 194: ...ce between you and the vehicle in front of you Avoid needless heavy braking Keep pace with traffic If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven brake normally but do not pump the brakes Doing so could make the pedal harder to push down If the engine stops there will 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 l...

Page 195: ...ese tips 1 Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer the vehicle so that it straddles the edge of the pavement 2 Turn the steering wheel about one eighth of a turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge 3 Turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway Loss of Control Skidding There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle s three ...

Page 196: ... level solid surface For contact information about the original equipment tires see the warranty manual One of the best ways for successful off road driving is to control the speed Warning When driving off road bouncing and quick changes in direction can easily throw you out of position This could cause you to lose control and crash You and your passengers should always wear safety belts Before Dr...

Page 197: ...n set aside for public off road recreational driving and obey all posted regulations Do not damage shrubs flowers trees or grasses or disturb wildlife Do not park over things that burn See Parking over Things That Burn 0 217 Driving on Hills Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what the vehicle can and cannot do Warning Many hills are simply too steep for any vehi...

Page 198: ...he vehicle set the parking brake and shift the transmission to P Park Shift the transfer case to any position but N Neutral When driving down a hill keep the vehicle headed straight down Use a low gear because the engine will work with the brakes to slow the vehicle and help keep the vehicle under control Warning Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade This ...

Page 199: ...ause 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 incline more severe If a rock is driven across with the uphill wheels or if the downhill wheels drop into a rut or depression the vehicle can tilt even more If an incline must be driven across and the vehicle sta...

Page 200: ...cover the wheel hubs axles or exhaust pipe Deep water can damage the axle and other vehicle parts If the standing water is not too deep drive slowly through it At faster speeds water splashes and the vehicle can stall When going through water the brakes get wet and it may take longer to stop See Driving on Wet Roads later in this section After Off Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has c...

Page 201: ...gh When the vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road There is no hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when the road is wet Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down other wet weather driving tips include Allow extra following distance Pass with caution Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape Keep the windshield washer fluid reser...

Page 202: ...reated For Slippery Road Driving Accelerate gently Accelerating too quickly causes the wheels to spin and makes the surface under the tires slick Turn on Traction Control See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 233 The Antilock Brake System ABS improves vehicle stability during hard stops but the brakes should be applied sooner than when on dry pavement See Antilock Brake System ABS 0 ...

Page 203: ...e vehicle and to signal for help with the headlamps Do this as little as possible to save fuel If the Vehicle Is Stuck Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking the Vehicle to Get It Out later in this section The Traction Control System TCS can often help to free a stuck vehicle See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 233 I...

Page 204: ... water can damage the axle and other vehicle parts There are recovery hooks at the front of the vehicle Use them if the vehicle is stuck off road and needs to be pulled some place to continue driving Vehicle Load Limits It is very important to know how much weight the vehicle can carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfacto...

Page 205: ...r more information on tires and inflation see Tires 0 295 and Tire Pressure 0 302 There is also important loading information on the vehicle Certification Tire label It may show the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axles See Certification Tire Label later in this section Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The...

Page 206: ...our trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle See Trailer Towing 0 250 for important information on towing a trailer towing safety rules and trailering tips Example 1 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 453 kg 1 000 lb 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lb 2 136 kg 300 lb 3 Avail...

Page 207: ...or The label may show the size of the vehicle s original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of the vehicle This is called Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo The Certification Tire label may also show the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR T...

Page 208: ...the vehicle the right way Warning Things you put inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the cargo area of the 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 unsecured child restraint in the vehicle Continued Warning...

Page 209: ...d according to local laws and regulations Remember not to exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR of the front or rear axle Add On Equipment When carrying removable items a limit on how many people carried inside the vehicle may be necessary Be sure to weigh the vehicle before buying and installing the new equipment Caution Overloading the vehicle may cause damage Repairs would not be covered by ...

Page 210: ...neither designed nor intended to carry a slide in type camper Caution Adding a slide in camper or similar equipment to the vehicle can damage it and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not install a slide in camper or similar equipment on the vehicle Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break In Caution The vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform bette...

Page 211: ...o turn the engine off Retained Accessory Power RAP will remain active See Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 213 This position locks the ignition and steering wheel It also locks the transmission on automatic transmission vehicles The key can be removed in 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 t...

Page 212: ...ACC ACCESSORY This position lets things like the radio and the windshield wipers operate while the engine is off It also unlocks the steering wheel Use this position if the vehicle must be pushed or towed 2 ON RUN This position can be used to operate the electrical accessories and to display some instrument cluster warning and indicator lights This position can also be used for service and diagnos...

Page 213: ...he ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as the engine gets warm Do not race the engine immediately after starting it Operate the engine and transmission gently to allow the oil to warm up and lubricate all moving parts Caution Cranking the engine for long periods of time by returning the ignition to the START position immediately after cranking...

Page 214: ...wer Outlets APOs The vehicle may have APOs in several locations See Power Outlets 0 104 The APOs in the console or center seat position are powered by RAP They will continue to work for up to 10 minutes after the key is turned from ON RUN to LOCK OFF or until the driver door is opened The APOs on the center stack come from the factory powered directly from the vehicle battery and supply accessory ...

Page 215: ...k or to the engine air cleaner Carefully remove the cord Check the heater cord for damage If it is damaged do not use it See your dealer for a replacement Inspect the cord for damage yearly 3 Plug the cord into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet Warning Improper use of the heater cord or an extension cord can damage the cord and may result in overheating and fire Plug the cord into a three prong...

Page 216: ...firmly set The vehicle can roll If you have 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 you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow With four wheel drive if the transfer case is in N Neutral the vehicle will be free to roll even if the shift lever is in P Park Be sure the transfer case is in a driv...

Page 217: ...ch 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 lock To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into P Park properly before you leave the driver seat To find out how see Shifting Into Park 0 215 When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of P Park before you release the parking brake I...

Page 218: ...ignition key to LOCK OFF remove the key and release the clutch If you are parking on a hill or if the vehicle is pulling a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 247 Parking over Things That Burn Warning Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite Do not park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn Engine Exhaust Warning Engine ...

Page 219: ...d It is better not to park with the engine running If the vehicle is left with the engine running follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move See Shifting Into Park 0 215 and Engine Exhaust 0 217 If the vehicle has a manual transmission see Parking 0 217 If parking on a hill and pulling a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 247 Automatic Transmission If equipped ...

Page 220: ...transfer case is in N Neutral So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear Two Wheel Drive High or Four Wheel Drive High or Four Wheel Drive Low not in N Neutral See Shifting Into Park 0 215 R Use this gear to back up Caution Shifting to R Reverse while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Shift to R Reverse only af...

Page 221: ...ons in order to reduce rapid upshifts and downshifts This shift stabilization feature is designed to determine before making an upshift if the engine is able to maintain vehicle speed by analyzing things such as vehicle speed throttle position and vehicle load If the shift stabilization feature determines that a current vehicle speed cannot be maintained the transmission does not upshift and inste...

Page 222: ...letting you select a desired range of gears To use this feature 1 Move the shift lever to M Manual Mode 2 Press the plus minus button on the shift lever to select the desired range of gears for current driving conditions When the shift lever is moved from D Drive to M Manual Mode a number displays next to the M indicating the current transmission range This number is the highest gear that the tran...

Page 223: ...e Low Traction Mode assists in vehicle acceleration when road conditions are slippery such as with ice or snow While the vehicle is at a stop select M2 using Range Selection Mode This will limit torque to the wheels and help to prevent the tires from spinning Tow Haul Mode If equipped Tow Haul Mode adjusts the transmission shift pattern to reduce shift cycling This provides increased performance v...

Page 224: ...First put the shift lever in Neutral and let up on the clutch Then press the clutch pedal back down and shift into 1 First 2 Second Press the clutch pedal fully to the pedal stop while letting up on the accelerator pedal and shift into 2 Second Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal 3 Third 4 Fourth 5 Fifth and 6 Sixth Shift into 3 Third 4 Fourth 5 Fifth and 6 Si...

Page 225: ...yourself or others Do not shift down more than one gear at a time when downshifting Shift Indicator This light comes on when an up shift is recommended for best fuel economy The number displayed with the arrow indicates the recommended gear Drive Systems Four Wheel Drive If equipped four wheel drive engages the front axle for extra traction Caution Do not drive on clean dry pavement in 4 m and 4 n...

Page 226: ...nsfer case knob next to the steering wheel to shift into and out of four wheel drive for extra traction Indicator lights on the knob show which setting the transfer case is in The N Neutral indicator is on the face of the knob The indicator lights display briefly when the ignition is turned on and one will stay on If the lights display momentarily when the ignition is in ON RUN but none stay on th...

Page 227: ...the knob to 4 m at any speed up to 121 km h 75 mph except from 4 n The indicator light will flash while shifting and will remain on the selected setting Shifting Into 2 m Turn the knob to 2 m at any speed except when shifting from 4 n Shifting Into 4 n When 4 n is engaged vehicle speed should be kept below 72 km h 45 mph 1 The ignition must be in ON RUN and the vehicle must be stopped or moving le...

Page 228: ...ht starts blinking This will take at least 10 seconds Then slowly release the dial to the 4 n position The N Neutral light will come on when the transfer case shift to N Neutral is complete 7 With the engine running verify that the transfer case is in N Neutral by shifting the transmission to R Reverse then to D Drive There should be no movement of the vehicle while shifting the transmission 8 Tur...

Page 229: ...Neutral Use only when the vehicle needs to be towed See Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 330 or Towing the Vehicle 0 329 2 m Two Wheel Drive High Use for driving on most streets and highways The front axle is not engaged This setting provides the best fuel economy AUTO Automatic Four Wheel Drive Use when road surface traction conditions are variable When driving in AUTO the front axle is engaged and ...

Page 230: ... 4 n indicator light will flash for 30 seconds and not complete the shift After 30 seconds the transfer case will shift to 4 m Turn the knob to 4 m to display the indicator With the vehicle moving less than 5 km h 3 mph and the transmission in N Neutral attempt the shift again Shifting Out of 4 n To shift 1 The vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 5 km h 3 mph with the transmission in N Neu...

Page 231: ...o ACC ACCESSORY 9 Place the transmission shift lever in P Park See Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 330 10 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF Shifting Out of N Neutral To shift 1 Set the parking brake and apply the brake pedal 2 Turn the ignition to ON RUN with the engine off 3 Shift the transmission to N Neutral 4 Turn the transfer case knob to the desired setting After the transfer case has shifted out ...

Page 232: ...even with ABS Using ABS Do not pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let ABS work You may hear the ABS pump or motor operating and feel the brake pedal pulsate This is normal Braking in Emergencies ABS allows you to steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help more than even the very best braking Parking Brake Set the parking brake by holding the regul...

Page 233: ... during this time is normal and the driver should continue to apply the brake pedal as the driving situation dictates The Brake Assist feature will automatically disengage when the brake pedal is released or brake pedal pressure is quickly decreased Hill Start Assist HSA This vehicle has an HSA feature which may be useful when the vehicle is stopped on a grade sufficient enough to activate HSA Thi...

Page 234: ... will disengage Cruise control may be turned back on when road conditions allow Both systems come on automatically when the vehicle is started and begins to move The systems may be heard or felt while they are operating or while performing diagnostic checks This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle It is recommended to leave both systems on for normal driving conditions ...

Page 235: ...ment cluster will turn off If TCS is limiting wheel spin when the g button is pressed the system will not turn off until the wheels stop spinning To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak press and hold the g button until the Traction Off light i and StabiliTrak Off light g come on and stay on in the instrument cluster To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on again press and release the g button The Traction Off...

Page 236: ...37 mph however vehicle speed cannot be set or maintained in this range It will automatically disable if the vehicle speed is above 80 km h 50 mph or above 60 km h 37 mph for at least 30 seconds 5 must be pressed again to re enable HDC When enabled if the vehicle is at a speed above 30 km h 19 mph and less than 60 km h 37 mph a DIC message will display instructing the driver to reduce speed for HDC...

Page 237: ...o turn the system on or off A white indicator comes on in the instrument cluster when cruise control is turned on RES Resume Accelerate If there is a set speed in memory press briefly to resume to that speed or press and hold to accelerate If cruise control is already active use to increase vehicle speed SET Set Coast Press briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control If cruise control is ...

Page 238: ...em is already activated Press and hold SET until the desired lower speed is reached then release it To slow down in small increments briefly press SET For each press the vehicle goes about 1 6 km h 1 mph slower The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric units See Driver Information Center DIC Base Level 0 122 or Driver Information Center DIC Uplevel 0 125 The increment va...

Page 239: ...ays check behind and around the vehicle before driving Failure to use proper care may result in injury death or vehicle damage If equipped the RVC system is designed to help the driver when backing up by displaying a view of the area behind the vehicle When the key is in ON RUN and the driver shifts the vehicle into R Reverse the video image automatically appears on the infotainment screen The inf...

Page 240: ...ding on vehicle orientation or road conditions Displayed images may be further or closer than they appear The following illustrations show the field of view that the camera provides 1 View displayed by the camera 1 View displayed by the camera 2 Corner of the rear bumper When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly The RVC system may not work properly or display a clear image if It is dark The s...

Page 241: ...hing a slower moving or stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly or when following a vehicle too closely FCA may not provide a warning with enough time to help avoid a crash FCA does not warn of pedestrians animals signs guardrails bridges construction barrels or other objects Be ready to take action and apply the brakes For more information see Defensive Driving 0 192 FCA can be disabled with the FCA st...

Page 242: ... Selecting the Alert Timing The Collision Alert control is on the steering wheel Press to set the FCA timing to Far Medium Near or Off The first button press shows the current setting on the DIC Additional button presses will change this setting The chosen setting will remain until it is changed and will affect the timing of both the Collision Alert and the Tailgating Alert features The timing of ...

Page 243: ...ing the lane on the side where it has detected a lane marking Always keep your attention on the road and maintain proper vehicle position within the lane or vehicle damage injury or death could occur Always keep the windshield headlamps and camera sensors clean and in good repair Do not use LDW in bad weather conditions How the System Works The LDW camera sensor is on the windshield ahead of the r...

Page 244: ...rmance we recommend using TOP TIER Detergent Gasolines See www toptiergas com for a list of TOP TIER Detergent Gasolines Use regular unleaded gasoline meeting ASTM specification D4814 with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher Do not use gasoline with an octane rating below 87 as it may cause engine damage and will lower fuel economy Use of Seasonal Fuels Use summer and winter fuels in the approp...

Page 245: ...he vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance might be affected The malfunction indicator lamp could turn on and the vehicle may not pass a smog check test See Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light 0 114 If this occurs return to your authorized dealer for diagnosis If it is determined that the condition is caused by t...

Page 246: ...while pumping fuel Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel door on the driver side of the vehicle To open the fuel door push and release the rearward center edge of the door To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly counterclockwise While refueling hang the fuel cap from the hook on the fuel door Warning Fuel can spray out on you if you o...

Page 247: ... Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light 0 114 Warning If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the nozzle Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area immediately Caution If a new fuel cap is needed be sure to get the right type of cap from your dealer The wrong type of fuel cap may not fit properly may cause the malfunction indic...

Page 248: ...tion before towing a trailer For towing a disabled vehicle see Towing the Vehicle 0 329 For towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as a motor home see Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 330 Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips Driving with a Trailer When towing a trailer Become familiar with the state and local laws that apply to trailer towing Do not tow a trailer during the first 800 km 50...

Page 249: ...e open road Before starting check all trailer hitch parts and attachments safety chains electrical connectors lamps tires and mirrors If the trailer has electric brakes start the combination moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes work During the trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and the lamps and any trailer brakes still work Follo...

Page 250: ...des 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 get hot and no longer work well Vehicles can tow in D Drive Shift the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy loads and or hilly conditions The Tow Haul Mode may be used if the transmission shifts too often See Tow ...

Page 251: ... Let up on the brake pedal 6 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 7 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance when Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer See Maintenance Schedule 0 346 Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid engine oil axle lubricant belts cooling system and...

Page 252: ...conomy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly The following information has many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers Read this section carefully before pulling a trailer Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It depends on how the rig is used Speed ...

Page 253: ...ny trailer is very important because it is also part of the vehicle weight The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo carried in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle as well as trailer tongue weight Vehicle options equipment passengers and cargo in the vehicle reduce the amount of tongue weight the vehicle can carry which will also reduce the trai...

Page 254: ... Hitches The correct hitch equipment helps maintain combination control Many trailers can be towed with a weight carrying hitch which simply features a coupler latched to the hitch ball or a tow eye latched to a pintle hook Other trailers may require a weight distributing hitch that uses spring bars to distribute the trailer tongue weight among the tow vehicle and trailer axles If a step bumper hi...

Page 255: ... the left side of the vehicle next to the spare tire The harness requires the installation of a trailer connector which is available through your dealer The seven wire harness contains the following trailer circuits Yellow Left stop turn signal Green Right stop turn signal Brown Taillamps parking lamps Black Ground Gray Back up lamps Orange Battery feed Blue Trailer brake If charging a remote non ...

Page 256: ...ailer under Trailer Towing 0 250 Tow Haul is most useful under the following driving conditions When pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load through rolling terrain When pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load in stop and go traffic When pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load in busy parking lots where improved low speed control of the vehicle is desired Operating the v...

Page 257: ...ven if the vehicle is equipped with TSC trailer sway could result in loss of control and the vehicle could crash If excessive trailer sway is detected slow down to a safe speed Check the trailer and vehicle to help correct possible causes These could include an improperly or overloaded trailer unrestrained cargo improper trailer hitch configuration excessive vehicle trailer speed or improperly inf...

Page 258: ... work and would not be covered by the warranty Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment Add on equipment can drain the vehicle s 12 volt battery even if the vehicle is not operating The vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle see Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 65 and Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 ...

Page 259: ... Shift Lock Control Function Check 282 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 282 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 283 Wiper Blade Replacement 283 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 284 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 284 Halogen Bulbs 284 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 285 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps 285 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL and Cargo La...

Page 260: ... WARNING Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Engine exhaust many parts and systems many fluids and some component wear by products contain and or emit these chemicals See Battery North America 0 279 and Jump Starting North America 0 327 California Perchlorate Materials Req...

Page 261: ...es installed by a dealer technician Also see Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 66 Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work Warning It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper knowledge service manual tools or parts Always follow owner manual procedures and consult the service manual for your vehicle before doing any service work If doing some of your...

Page 262: ...ehicle to find the secondary hood release handle The handle is under the front edge of the hood near the center Push the handle to the right and at the same time raise the hood To close the hood 1 Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are properly installed 2 Lower the hood to 20 cm 8 in above the vehicle and release it so it fully latches Check to make sure the hood is firmly closed...

Page 263: ...Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9159327 2016 CRC 5 12 15 262 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 2 5L L4 Engine ...

Page 264: ...r Cleaner Filter 0 269 3 Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil 0 265 4 Engine Cooling Fan Out of View See Cooling System 0 271 5 Engine Oil Dipstick See Engine Oil 0 265 6 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 288 7 Brake Clutch Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid 0 278 or Hydraulic Clutch 0 269 If Equipped 8 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Washer Fluid 0 276 9 Battery North America 0 279 ...

Page 265: ...Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9159327 2016 CRC 5 12 15 264 Vehicle Care 3 6L V6 Engine ...

Page 266: ... of the proper viscosity grade See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in this section Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level See Checking Engine Oil and When to Add Engine Oil in this section Change the engine oil at the appropriate time See Engine Oil Life System 0 267 Always dispose of engine oil properly See What to Do with Used Oil in this section Checking Engine Oi...

Page 267: ...ove the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged You should drain out the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle and seek a service professional to remove the excess amount of oil See Engine Compartment Overview 0 262 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 268: ...l contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a threat to the environm...

Page 269: ...IL LIFE REMAINING on the Driver Information System DIC See Driver Information Center DIC Base Level 0 122 or Driver Information Center DIC Uplevel 0 125 2 Press and hold SET CLR for several seconds The oil life will change to 100 The oil life system can also be reset as follows 1 Turn the ignition to ON RUN with the engine off 2 Display the OIL LIFE REMAINING on the DIC 3 Fully press the accelerat...

Page 270: ...it The common brake clutch fluid reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as indicated on the reservoir cap See Engine Compartment Overview 0 262 for reservoir location How to Check and Add Fluid Visually check the brake clutch fluid reservoir to make sure the fluid level is at the MIN minimum line on the front of the reservoir The brake hydraulic clutch fluid system should be closed and sealed ...

Page 271: ...Clamp To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 1 Remove the screws 1 on top of the engine air cleaner filter housing 2 Disconnect the electrical connector 2 3 Disconnect the outlet duct by loosening the air duct clamp 3 4 Lift the filter cover housing away from the engine air cleaner filter housing 5 Pull out the filter 6 Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 7 Reverse Steps ...

Page 272: ...e you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires Use caution when working on the engine and do not drive with the air cleaner filter off Caution If the air cleaner filter is off dirt can easily get into the engine which could damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving Cooling System The cooling syst...

Page 273: ...cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant could require changing sooner Any repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in the vehicle Engine Coolant The cooling system in the vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant mixture See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 354 and Maintenance Schedule 0 3...

Page 274: ... proper mixture of engine coolant for the cooling system See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 354 Never dispose of engine coolant by putting it in the trash or by pouring it on the ground or into sewers streams or bodies of water Have the coolant changed by an authorized service center familiar with legal requirements regarding used coolant disposal This will help protect the environment and yo...

Page 275: ... surge tank pressure cap can be removed when the cooling system including the surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot 1 Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise If a hiss is heard wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Keep turning the cap and remove it 3 Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the mark pointed to on the ...

Page 276: ...g fan is running If the engine is overheating the fan should be running If it is not do not continue to run the engine and have the vehicle serviced If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment Warning Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the ...

Page 277: ...is still displayed turn off the engine until it cools down Engine Fan The vehicle has an electric cooling fan The fan may be heard spinning at low speed during most everyday driving The fan may turn off if no cooling is required Under heavy vehicle loading trailer towing high outside temperatures or operation of the air conditioning system the fan may change to high speed and an increase in fan no...

Page 278: ... when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound can come and go or be heard all the time the vehicle is moving except when applying the brake pedal firmly Warning The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well That could lead to a crash When the brake wear warning sound is heard have the vehicle serviced Caution Continuing to drive with worn out brake pa...

Page 279: ...e hydraulic system Have the brake hydraulic system fixed With a leak the brakes will not work well Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it 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 fluid as necessary ...

Page 280: ...America For diesel engine vehicles see Battery in the Duramax diesel supplement The original equipment battery is maintenance free Do not remove the cap and do not add fluid Refer to the replacement number shown on the original battery label when a new battery is needed See Engine Compartment Overview 0 262 for battery location Warning WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contai...

Page 281: ...the level to the bottom of the fill plug 2 hole Use care not to overtighten the plug When to Change Lubricant Refer to Maintenance Schedule 0 346 to determine how often to change the lubricant What to Use Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 354 to determine what kind of lubricant to use Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid u...

Page 282: ... than normal because fluid has traveled out along the axle tubes and has not drained back to the sump area Therefore a reading taken five minutes after the vehicle has been driven will appear to have a lower fluid level than a vehicle that has been stationary for an hour or two The rear axle assembly must be supported on a flat level surface to get a true reading How to Check Lubricant Rear Axle f...

Page 283: ...hen you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before starting this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Apply the parking brake Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition on but do not start th...

Page 284: ... regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the P Park mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to P Park Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact your dealer if service is required Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking Replacement blades come in different t...

Page 285: ...set and should need no further adjustment If the vehicle is damaged in a crash the headlamp aim may be affected If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary see your dealer Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs 0 287 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs Warning Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside...

Page 286: ...wise to remove it from the headlamp assembly and pull it straight out 4 Unplug the electrical connector from the old bulb by releasing the clip on the bulb socket Turn Signal Sidemarker Parking Lamp 1 Open the hood 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly and pull it straight out 3 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of the bulb socket Taillamps Turn S...

Page 287: ... into the rear lamp assembly and turn clockwise 9 Verify the retainer ring is in the proper position If the retainer ring is out of position it will not engage Reset the retainer by pulling it forward with a tool 10 Push the rear lamp assembly straight in until it is seated against the vehicle 11 Make sure the rear lamp assembly is flush with the box side 12 Reinstall the two rear lamp assembly sc...

Page 288: ... LL Stoplamp Taillamp Turn Signal Lamp 7443 W21 5W LL T Stoplamp Turn Signal Lamp Taillamp 1157 Chassis Cab Models For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer Electrical System Electrical System Overload The vehicle has fuses to protect against an electrical system overload Fuses also protect power devices in the vehicle Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rat...

Page 289: ...cuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by fuses This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating If a fuse goes out replace the fuse as soon as you can Engine Compartment Fuse Block If t...

Page 290: ...Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9159327 2016 CRC 5 12 15 Vehicle Care 289 ...

Page 291: ...Traction Control Module F14 Not Used F15 Not Used Mini Fuses 2 pin Usage F16 Not Used F17 Front Axle Actuator F18 Not Used F19 Aeroshutters F20 Not Used F23 Not Used F29 Not Used F30 Heated Seat Power 1 F31 Not Used F32 Heated Seat Power 2 F33 Body Control Module 3 F34 Fuel System Control Module F35 Not Used F36 Center High Mounted Stop Lamp F37 Right High Beam Headlamp Mini Fuses 2 pin Usage F38 ...

Page 292: ...8 Not Used F69 Battery Regulated Voltage Control F70 Not Used F71 Not Used J Case Fuses Low Profile Usage F06 Wipers F12 Starter F21 Front Blower F22 Antilock Brake System Valves F24 Trailer F25 Transfer Case Electronic Control F26 Antilock Brake System Pump F27 Trailer Brake Control Module F28 Rear Window Defogger F41 Not Used F42 Not Used J Case Fuses Low Profile Usage F43 Cooling Fan F44 Not Us...

Page 293: ...09 Not Used K10 Not Used K11 Center High Mounted Stop Lamp K12 Not Used K13 Vacuum Pump K14 Park Lamps Mini Relays Usage K07 Powertrain K15 Run Crank Mini Relays Usage K17 Rear Window Defogger Solid State Relay Usage K16 Not Used Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is behind the passenger side cowl side trim panel Remove the plastic nut at the front of the cover then pull t...

Page 294: ...ay not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Micro Fuse 2 Pin Usage F01 Body Control Module 1 F04 Steering Wheel Controls F05 Body Control Module 2 F08 Mirror Window Module F09 Instrument Cluster F10 Not Used F11 Body Control Module 8 F12 Not Used F14 Radio HMI F15 Body Control Module 6 F16 Not Used ...

Page 295: ...Steering Wheel Controls Backlighting F34 Not Used F35 Park Reverse Neutral Drive Low Micro Fuse 2 Pin Usage F36 Discrete Logic Ignition Sensor F38 Not Used Micro Fuse 3 Pin Usage F13 OnStar Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning F18 Airbag F23 Data Link Connector USDB F28 Instrument Panel Sensing and Diagnostic Module Ignition F33 Not Used Micro J Case Fuse Usage F02 Not Used F03 Not Used F06 No...

Page 296: ...he tire manufacturer Warning Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading the tires can cause overheating as a result of too much flexing There could be a blowout and a serious crash See Vehicle Load Limits 0 203 Continued Warning Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting crash could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently...

Page 297: ...ected All season tires provide adequate performance for most winter driving conditions but they may not offer the same level of traction or performance as winter tires on snow or ice covered roads See Winter Tires 0 296 Winter Tires This vehicle was not originally equipped with winter tires Winter tires are designed for increased traction on snow and ice covered roads Consider installing winter ti...

Page 298: ... to define a particular tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service description See the Tire Size illustration later in this section 2 TPC Spec Tire Performance Criteria Specification Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guideli...

Page 299: ...tire until the road tire is repaired and replaced This spare tire should not be driven on over 112 km h 70 mph or 88 km h 55 mph when pulling a trailer with the proper inflation pressure See Full Size Spare Tire 0 326 Compact Spare Tire Example 1 Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread 2 Temporary Use Only The compact spare tire or temporary use t...

Page 300: ...guidelines Tire Designations Tire Size The following is an example of a typical passenger vehicle tire size 1 Passenger P Metric Tire The United States version of a metric tire sizing system The letter P as the first character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U S Tire and Rim Association 2 Tire Width The three digit number indicates the tire sectio...

Page 301: ...cords that hold the tire onto the rim Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in kPa kilopascal or psi pounds per square inch before a tire has built up heat from driving See Tire Pressure 0 302 Curb Weight The weight of a motor vehicle with st...

Page 302: ...designed to seat multiplied by 68 kg 150 lb See Vehicle Load Limits 0 203 Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Outward Facing Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehicle The side of the tire that contains a whitewall bears white lettering or bears manufacturer brand and or model name molding that is higher or deepe...

Page 303: ...acity Weight The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 68 kg 150 lb plus the rated cargo load See Vehicle Load Limits 0 203 Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire Load on an individual tire due to curb weight accessory weight occupant weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle capacity weight and the original equipment tire size a...

Page 304: ...em Press the tire gauge firmly onto the valve to get a pressure measurement If the cold tire inflation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label no further adjustment is necessary If the inflation pressure is low add air until the recommended pressure is reached If the inflation pressure is high press on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve to re...

Page 305: ...ain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent ...

Page 306: ...re and Loading Information label and its location Also see Tire Pressure 0 302 The TPMS can warn about a low tire pressure condition but it does not replace normal tire maintenance See Tire Inspection 0 307 Tire Rotation 0 308 and Tires 0 295 Caution Tire sealant materials are not all the same A non approved tire sealant could damage the TPMS sensors TPMS sensor damage caused by using an incorrect...

Page 307: ...r dealer for service if the TPMS malfunction light and DIC message come on and stay on TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code The identification code needs to be matched to a new tire wheel position after rotating the vehicle s tires or replacing one or more of the TPMS sensors Also the TPMS sensor matching process should be performed after replacing a spare...

Page 308: ... again to confirm the selection The horn sounds twice to signal the receiver is in relearn mode and the TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message displays on the DIC screen 6 Start with the driver side front tire 7 Place the relearn tool against the tire sidewall near the valve stem Then press the button to activate the TPMS sensor A horn chirp confirms that the sensor identification code has been matched to t...

Page 309: ... noticed rotate the tires as soon as possible check for proper tire inflation pressure and check for damaged tires or wheels If the unusual wear continues after the rotation check the wheel alignment See When It Is Time for New Tires 0 309 and Wheel Replacement 0 313 Use this rotation pattern when rotating the tires Do not include the spare tire in the tire rotation Adjust the front and rear tires...

Page 310: ...otation 0 308 for additional information The rubber in tires ages over time This also applies to the spare tire if the vehicle has one even if it is never used Multiple factors including temperatures loading conditions and inflation pressure maintenance affect how fast aging takes place GM recommends that tires including the spare if equipped be replaced after six years regardless of tread wear Th...

Page 311: ...rmation GM recommends replacing worn tires in complete sets of four Uniform tread depth on all tires will help to maintain the performance of the vehicle Braking and handling performance may be adversely affected if all the tires are not replaced at the same time If proper rotation and maintenance have been done all four tires should wear out at about the same time See Tire Rotation 0 308 for info...

Page 312: ...tion radial as the original tires Vehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring system could give an inaccurate low pressure warning if non TPC Spec rated tires are installed See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 303 The Tire and Loading Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the vehicle See Vehicle Load Limits 0 203 for the label location and more information about the Tire and ...

Page 313: ...ary with respect to these grades they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards 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 All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety Requirements In Addit...

Page 314: ... tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels were aligned and balanced at the factory to provide the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing are n...

Page 315: ... or how far it has been driven may be unknown It could fail suddenly and cause a crash When replacing wheels use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains Warning If the vehicle has 255 65R17 AT 265 60R18 265 65R17 or 265 70R16 size tires do not use tire chains They can damage the vehicle because there is not enough clearance Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance...

Page 316: ...hat side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction as used in a skid Stop pressing the accelerator pedal and steer to straighten the vehicle It may be very bumpy and noisy Gen...

Page 317: ...manual transmission in 1 First or R Reverse 3 For four wheel drive vehicles be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in N Neutral Continued Warning Continued 4 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 5 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle 6 Place wheel blocks if equipped on both sides of the tire at the opposite corner of the tire being changed When t...

Page 318: ...cks Extended Cab 1 Jack Cover 2 Tool Bag Cover To access and remove the jack and tools 1 Pull the bottom of the jack cover 1 forward to remove it 2 Pull the lower access pocket forward and then upward to remove the tool bag cover 2 3 Turn the knob on the jack 1 counterclockwise to lower the jack head to release the jack from its holder 4 Turn the wing nut 2 counterclockwise to remove the jack and ...

Page 319: ...ed 2 Assemble the wheel wrench 7 and the two jack handle extensions 6 as shown 3 Insert the hoist end open end 10 of the extension through the hole 9 in the rear bumper Do not use the chiseled end of the wheel wrench Be sure the hoist end of the extension 10 connects to the hoist shaft The ribbed square end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire 4 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise t...

Page 320: ... Use the following pictures and instructions to remove the flat tire and raise the vehicle 1 Jack 2 Wheel Blocks 3 Jack Handle 4 Jack Handle Extensions 5 Wheel Wrench 1 Do a safety check before proceeding See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 315 2 If the wheel has a center cap that covers the lug nuts place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in each of the slots in the cap and gently pry it out 3 Use the whe...

Page 321: ...axle is resting securely between the grooves that are on the jack head Warning Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted on a jack 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 Warning Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To he...

Page 322: ...s 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 the nuts toward the wheel 11 Tighten each wheel nut by hand Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the nuts until the wheel is held against the hub 12 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Lower the jack completely Warning If wheel...

Page 323: ...wheel nut torque specifications Caution Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications 0 359 for the wheel nut torque specification 13 Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown by turning the whe...

Page 324: ...ssembly must be installed on the tire hoist to use it Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare tire carrier 1 Spare Tire Valve Stem Pointed Down 2 Tire Wheel Retainer 3 Hoist Cable 4 Hoist Assembly 5 Hoist Shaft 6 Jack Handle Extensions 7 Wheel Wrench 8 Spare Tire Lock If Equipped 9 Hoist Shaft Access Hole 10 Hoist End of Extension Tool 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of ...

Page 325: ...hear two clicks or feel it skip twice You cannot overtighten the cable 7 Make sure the tire is stored securely and flush in the radius 2 of the spare tire support bracket 1 Push pull and then try to turn the tire If the tire moves use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable 8 Reinstall the spare tire lock if the vehicle has one To store the jack and tools reverse the steps for removing them 1 Wheel ...

Page 326: ...tire repaired or replaced as soon as convenient and return the spare tire to the storage area When using a compact spare tire the ABS and Traction Control systems may engage until the spare tire is recognized by the vehicle especially on slippery roads Adjust driving to reduce possible wheel slip Caution When the compact spare is installed do not take the vehicle through an automatic car wash with...

Page 327: ...eel drive until the flat tire is repaired and or replaced The vehicle could be damaged and the repairs would not be covered by the warranty Never use four wheel drive when a different size spare tire is installed on the vehicle The vehicle may have a different size spare tire than the road tires originally installed on the vehicle This spare tire was developed for use on this vehicle so it is all ...

Page 328: ...tion 65 Warning 0 259 Warning Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you do not follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you Caution Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle that would not be covered by the vehi...

Page 329: ...ed in during the jump starting procedure they could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Whenever possible turn off or unplug all accessories on either vehicle when jump starting 4 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF Turn off all lights and accessories in both vehicles except the hazard warning flashers if needed Warning An electric fan can start up even when the engine is...

Page 330: ...cle The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal Jumper Cable Removal Reverse the sequence exactly when removing the jumper cables After starting the disabled vehicle and removing the jumper cables allow it to idle for several minutes Towing the Vehicle Ca...

Page 331: ...dditional advice and equipment recommendations Caution Use of a shield mounted in front of the vehicle grille could restrict airflow and cause damage to the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle Continued Caution Continued warranty If using a shield only use one that attaches to the towing vehicle Dinghy Towing Two Wheel Drive Vehicles Caution If the two wheel drive vehicle ...

Page 332: ...gine off Then shift the transmission into P Park 6 Wait for at least 10 seconds then restart the engine 7 Shift the transmission to D Drive then turn the engine off again Caution Failure to disconnect the negative battery cable or to have it contact the terminals can cause damage to the vehicle 8 Disconnect the negative battery cable at the battery and secure the nut and bolt Cover the negative ba...

Page 333: ...t any lost presets The outside temperature display will default to 0 C 32 F but will reset with normal usage Dolly Towing Front Towing Front Wheels Off the Ground Two Wheel Drive Vehicles Caution If a two wheel drive vehicle is towed with the rear wheels on the ground the transmission could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Never tow the vehicle with the rear whee...

Page 334: ...case to N Neutral 5 Use a clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position 6 Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer s instructions 7 Shift the transfer case to N Neutral See Shifting into N Neutral under Four Wheel Drive 0 224 for the proper procedure 8 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firml...

Page 335: ...4 Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer s instructions 5 Use a clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position 6 Shift the transfer case to N Neutral See Shifting into N Neutral under Four Wheel Drive 0 224 for the proper procedure 7 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF Appearance Care Exterior Care Locks Locks are lubricated ...

Page 336: ...allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting Finish Care Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant wax materials is not recommended If painted surfaces are damaged see your dealer to have the damage assessed and repaired Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice m...

Page 337: ...that are not intended for automotive use Use a nonabrasive wax on the vehicle after washing to protect and extend the molding finish Spray In Bedliner Care A spray in bedliner is a permanent coating that bonds to the truck bed and cannot be removed Promptly rinse the bedliner surface following a chemical spill to avoid permanent damage Spray in bedliners can fade from oxidation road dirt heavy dut...

Page 338: ...when washing the vehicle Windshield and Wiper Blades Clean the outside of the windshield with glass cleaner Clean rubber blades using a lint free cloth or paper towel soaked with windshield washer fluid or a mild detergent Wash the windshield thoroughly when cleaning the blades Bugs road grime sap and a buildup of vehicle wash wax treatments may cause wiper streaking Replace the wiper blades if th...

Page 339: ...s through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes Damage could occur and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Brake System Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect drum brake linings shoes for wear or cracks Inspect other bra...

Page 340: ...cal Paint Spotting Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted vehicle surfaces causing blotchy ring shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Refer to Finish Care previously in this section Interior Care To prevent dirt particle abrasions regularly clean the vehicle s interior Immediately remove any soils Newspapers or dark garments can transfer c...

Page 341: ... three to six months of ownership will reduce tendency to fog Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently so that the speaker will not be damaged Clean spots with water and mild soap Coated Moldings Coated moldings should be cleaned When lightly soiled wipe with a sponge or soft lint free cloth dampened with water When heavily soiled use warm soapy water Fabric Carpet Suede Start by vacuum...

Page 342: ...ndow cleaners or solvents Periodically hand wash the microfiber cloth separately using mild soap Do not use bleach or fabric softener Rinse thoroughly and air dry before next use Caution Do not attach a device with a suction cup to the display This may cause damage and would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Instrument Panel Leather Vinyl Other Plastic Surfaces Low Gloss Paint Surfaces and Na...

Page 343: ... size or is not properly installed it can interfere with the pedals Interference with the pedals can cause unintended acceleration and or increased stopping distance which can cause a crash and injury Make sure the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage The original equipment floor mats were designed for your vehicle If the floor mats n...

Page 344: ... and Replacing the Floor Mats Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock each retainer and remove Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snapping into position Make sure the floor mat is properly secured in place Verify the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals ...

Page 345: ...nses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance It may also help to maintain the value of the vehicle if it is sold It is the responsibility of the owner to have all required maintenance performed Your dealer has trained technicians who can perform required maintenance using genuine replacement parts They have up to date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics Many dealers have...

Page 346: ...passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label See Vehicle Load Limits 0 203 Are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits Use the recommended fuel See Fuel 0 243 Severe Service In addition to the normal service schedule some vehicles require service more often Severe service is for vehicles that are Mainly driven in heavy city traffic...

Page 347: ...least once a year and the oil life system must be reset Your trained dealer technician can perform this work If the engine oil life system is reset accidentally service the vehicle within 5 000 km 3 000 mi since the last service Reset the oil life system when the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System 0 267 Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air filter removes dust polle...

Page 348: ...leaner Filter 0 269 Inspect brake system See Exterior Care 0 334 Visually inspect steering suspension and chassis components for damaged loose or missing parts or signs of wear See Exterior Care 0 334 Check restraint system components See Safety System Check 0 55 Visually inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Visually inspect exhaust system and nearby heat shields for loose or damaged parts Lubr...

Page 349: ...00 0 km 9 7 5 00 mi 16 8 000 k m 10 5 0 00 mi 18 0 00 0 km 11 2 5 00 mi 19 2 000 k m 12 0 0 00 mi 20 4 000 k m 12 7 5 00 mi 21 6 000 k m 13 5 0 00 mi 22 8 000 k m 14 2 5 00 mi 24 0 000 k m 15 0 0 00 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Replace engine air cleaner...

Page 350: ...n help you determine when it is the right time to replace your filter 2 Or every four years whichever comes first If driving in dusty conditions inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed 3 Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition 4 Do not directly power wash the transfer case output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and co...

Page 351: ...entage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Replace engine air cleaner filter 2 Inspect evaporative control system 3 Replace spark plugs Inspect spark plug wires Change automatic transmission fluid and filter Change manual transmission fluid Change transfer case fluid if equipped with 4WD 4 Drain and fill engine cooling system 5 Visually inspect accesso...

Page 352: ... 0 271 6 Or every 10 years whichever comes first Inspect for fraying excessive cracking or damage replace if needed 7 Or every three years whichever comes first Special Application Services Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only Lubricate chassis components every 5 000 km 3 000 mi Have underbody flushing service performed See Underbody Maintenance in Exterior Care 0 334 Additional Maintenance and Car...

Page 353: ...hirping grinding or squealing noises or difficulty stopping Trained dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment to inspect the brakes and recommend quality parts engineered for the vehicle Fluids Proper fluid levels and approved fluids protect the vehicle s systems and components See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 354 for GM approved fluids Engine oil and windshield washer fluid lev...

Page 354: ...tire wheel balancing services to ensure smooth vehicle operation at all speeds Your dealer sells and services name brand tires Vehicle Care To help keep the vehicle looking like new vehicle care products are available from your dealer For information on how to clean and protect the vehicle s interior and exterior see Interior Care 0 339 and Exterior Care 0 334 Wheel Alignment Wheel alignment is cr...

Page 355: ...he proper SAE viscosity grade Look for the dexos1 approved logo for GM approved engine oil See Engine Oil 0 265 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL coolant See Engine Coolant 0 272 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 19299818 in Canada 19299819 Hydraulic Clutch System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 19299818 in Canada 1929981...

Page 356: ...88863090 Transfer Case Four Wheel Drive DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Hood Hinges Body Door Hinge Pins Tailgate Hinge and Linkage Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Hinges Latch Bolt Linkage and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant GM Part No 3634770 in Canada 10953518 or Diel...

Page 357: ...part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 94775933 A3195C Oil Filter 2 5L L4 12640445 PF64 3 6L V6 19303249 PF2130 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 23135671 CF196 Spark Plugs 2 5L L4 12627160 41 115 3 6L V6 12622561 41 109 Wiper Blades Driver Side 55 cm 21 7 in 23117447 Passenger Side 45 cm 17 7 in 23117448 ...

Page 358: ... Service and Maintenance 357 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services 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 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 359: ...e seen through the windshield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine 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 0 359 for the vehicle s e...

Page 360: ...itioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 2 5L L4 9 1 L 9 6 qt 3 6L V6 12 4 L 13 1 qt Engine Oil with Filter 2 5L L4 4 7 L 5 0 qt 3 6L V6 5 7 L 6 0 qt Fuel Tank 80 L 21 gal Transfer Case Fluid 1 9 L 2 0 qt Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y 140 lb ft All capacities are app...

Page 361: ...o Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9159327 2016 CRC 5 12 15 360 Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 2 5L L4 A 0 95 1 10mm 0 037 0 043 in 3 6L V6 3 0 95 1 10mm 0 037 0 043 in ...

Page 362: ...lorado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9159327 2016 CRC 5 12 15 Technical Data 361 Engine Drive Belt Routing L4 Engines V6 Engines If the vehicle has a diesel engine see the Duramax diesel supplement ...

Page 363: ...ing Safety Defects to General Motors 373 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 373 Event Data Recorders 374 OnStar 374 Infotainment System 375 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet Normally any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resolv...

Page 364: ...icle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Ve...

Page 365: ...mation concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free 1 800 207 0685 or call the General Motors Customer Care Centre 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French or write to The Mediation Arbitration Program c o Customer Care Centre General Motors of Canada Limited Mail Code CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Your inquiry should b...

Page 366: ... and OnStar Vehicle Diagnostic Information Schedule service appointments I Service History View and print dealer recorded service records and self recorded service records D Preferred Dealer Information Select a preferred dealer and view locations maps phone numbers and hours r Warranty Tracking Information Track your vehicle s warranty information J Recall Information View active recalls by Vehic...

Page 367: ... calling Roadside Assistance have the following information ready Your name home address and home telephone number Telephone number of your location Location of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number of the vehicle Odometer reading Vehicle Identification Number VIN and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem Coverage Services are provided for the duration of the vehi...

Page 368: ...stomer up to 805 km 500 mi 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 Service is not provided if a vehicle is in an area that is not accessible to the service vehicle or is not a regularly traveled or maintained public road which includes ice and winter roads...

Page 369: ...e Bumper to Bumper Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada extended powertrain and or hybrid specific warranties in both the U S and Canada Several Courtesy Transportation options are available to assist in reducing inconvenience when warranty repairs are required Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Limited Warranty and Owner Assist...

Page 370: ... damage repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts Poorly performed collision repairs diminish the vehicle resale value and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions Collision Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with the same materials and construction methods as the parts with which the vehicle was originally bu...

Page 371: ...M original equipment collision parts If such insurance coverage is not available from your current insurance carrier consider switching to another insurance carrier If the vehicle is leased the leasing company may require you to have insurance that ensures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer OEM parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts Read the lease carefully as you may...

Page 372: ...erage does not pay the full cost If another party s insurance company is paying for the repairs you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as the cost stays within reasonable limits Service Publicatio...

Page 373: ...C rules and with Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 216 220 251 310 ICES 001 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 The device may not cause harmful interference 2 The device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to any of these systems by other than an authorized service facility co...

Page 374: ...his notify General Motors Call 1 800 222 1020 or write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada call 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Care Centre Mail Code CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy The vehicle has a ...

Page 375: ...tion are 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 needed In addition to the vehicle manufacturer other parties such as law enforcement that have the special equipme...

Page 376: ... the OnStar website See OnStar Additional Information 0 380 Infotainment System If the vehicle is equipped with a navigation system as part of the infotainment system use of the system may result in the storage of destinations addresses telephone numbers and other trip information See the infotainment manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions ...

Page 377: ...nd electrical system cellular service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers OnStar may collect information about you and your vehicle including location information See OnStar s Terms Conditions and Privacy Statement for more details including system limitations at www onstar com U S or www onstar ca Canada The OnStar ...

Page 378: ...ehicle to help Press for a priority connection to an OnStar Advisor who can contact emergency service providers direct them to your exact location and relay important information With OnStar Crisis Assist specially trained Advisors are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week to provide a central point of contact assistance and information during a crisis With Roadside Assistance Advisors can locate...

Page 379: ...n a tone Destination Download Subscribers can have directions sent to the vehicle s navigation screen if equipped Press Q then ask the Advisor to download directions to the vehicle s navigation system if equipped After the call ends press the Go button on the navigation screen to begin driving directions Routes that are sent to the navigation screen can only be canceled through the navigation syst...

Page 380: ...s and monitor data consumption if equipped For OnStar RemoteLink information and compatibility see www onstar com U S or www onstar ca Canada Remote Services Contact an OnStar Advisor to unlock the doors or sound the horn and flash the lamps OnStar AtYourService OnStar Advisors can provide savings offers from restaurants and retailers on your route help locate hotels or book a room OnStar Hands Fr...

Page 381: ...ervice Press Q to request account transfer eligibility information The Advisor can cancel or change account information Selling Transferring the Vehicle Call 1 888 4ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 immediately to terminate your OnStar services if the vehicle is disposed of sold transferred or if the lease ends Reactivation for Subsequent Owners Press Q and follow the prompts to speak to an Advisor as soon as...

Page 382: ...lities Advisors provide services to help Subscribers with physical disabilities and medical conditions Press Q to help Locate a gas station with an attendant to pump gas Find a hotel restaurant etc that meets accessibility needs Provide directions to the closest hospital or pharmacy in urgent situations TTY Users OnStar has the ability to communicate to deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired cust...

Page 383: ...the cellular network has reached maximum capacity this message may come on Press Q to try the call again or try again after driving a few miles into another cellular area Vehicle and Power Issues OnStar services require a vehicle electrical system wireless service and GPS satellite technologies to be available and operating for features to function properly These systems may not operate if the bat...

Page 384: ...lude libcurl and unzip software and other third party software Below are the notices and licenses associated with libcurl and unzip and for other third party software please see http www lg com global support opensource index and https www onstar com us en support getdocuments html libcurl COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION NOTICE Copyright c 1996 2010 Daniel Stenberg daniel haxx se All rights reserved Perm...

Page 385: ... anyone to use this software for any purpose including commercial applications and to alter it and redistribute it freely subject to the following restrictions 1 Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice definition disclaimer and this list of conditions 2 Redistributions in binary form compiled executables must reproduce the above copyright notice definition disclaimer ...

Page 386: ...Mexico 9159327 2016 CRC 5 12 15 OnStar 385 the Zip Bugs or Info ZIP e mail addresses or of the Info ZIP URL s 4 Info ZIP retains the right to use the names Info ZIP Zip UnZip UnZipSFX WiZ Pocket UnZip Pocket Zip and MacZip for its own source and binary releases ...

Page 387: ...9 Airbag System Check 67 How Does an Airbag Restrain 60 Passenger Sensing System 61 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 59 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 60 Airbag System cont d When Should an Airbag Inflate 58 Where Are the Airbags 57 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 66 Passenger Status Indicator 113 Readiness Light 113 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 65 System Check 56 Alarm Vehic...

Page 388: ... 277 Antilock 230 Assist 232 Fluid 278 Parking 231 System Messages 129 Braking 193 Break In New Vehicle 209 Bulb Replacement 287 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL and Cargo Lamp 286 Fog Lamps 144 Halogen Bulbs 284 Headlamp Aiming 284 Headlamps 284 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 285 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 285 Buying New Tires 310 C Calibration 1...

Page 389: ...ll Descent 118 Control of a Vehicle 193 Convex Mirrors 36 Coolant Engine 272 Engine Temperature Gauge 111 Cooling System 271 Engine Messages 130 Courtesy Transportation Program 368 Cruise Control 235 Light 122 Cupholders 98 Customer Assistance 365 Offices 364 Text Telephone TTY Users 365 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 371 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 362 D Damage...

Page 390: ...1 Cooling System 271 Cooling System Messages 130 Drive Belt Routing 361 Exhaust 217 Fan 276 Oil Life System 267 Oil Messages 130 Oil Pressure Light 120 Overheating 275 Power Messages 131 Running While Parked 218 Starting 211 Entry Lighting 146 Equipment Towing 253 Event Data Recorders 374 Exit Lighting 146 Extender Safety Belt 54 Exterior Lamp Controls 141 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder 142 F Fan Eng...

Page 391: ...47 Vehicle Care 259 Glove Box 98 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 366 H Halogen Bulbs 284 Hazard Warning Flashers 144 Head Restraints 43 Headlamps Aiming 284 Automatic 143 Bulb Replacement 284 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 142 Flash to Pass 142 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 285 High Beam On Light 121 High Low Beam Changer 142 Headlamps cont d Lamps On Reminder 121 Heated Fr...

Page 392: ... 118 Lap Shoulder Belt 51 LATCH System Replacing Parts after a Crash 88 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 75 Light Hill Decent Control 118 Lighting Entry 146 Exit 146 Illumination Control 145 Lights 118 Airbag Readiness 113 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning 117 Brake System Warning 116 Charging System 114 Cruise Control 122 Door Ajar 122 Lights cont d Engine Oil Pressure 120 Flash to Pa...

Page 393: ...er 131 Fuel System 131 Key and Lock 131 Lamp 131 Object Detection System 132 Ride Control System 132 Safety Belt 133 Security 133 Steering System 133 Tire 134 Transmission 134 Vehicle 128 Vehicle Reminder 135 Vehicle Speed 135 Messaging Text 178 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview 38 Blind Spot 37 Convex 36 Heated 37 Manual 36 Manual Rearview 38 Power 36 Mirrors Interior Rearview 38 Monitor System ...

Page 394: ...er Door Locks 31 Mirrors 36 Outlets 104 Protection Battery 147 Retained Accessory RAP 213 Seat Adjustment 44 Windows 39 Pregnancy Using Safety Belts 54 Privacy Vehicle Data Recording 373 Program Courtesy Transportation 368 Proposition 65 Warning California 259 279 327 R Radio Frequency Statement 372 Radio Reception 155 Radios AM FM Radio 154 Radios cont d Satellite 155 Reading Lamps 146 Rear Axle ...

Page 395: ...s Reporting Canadian Government 373 General Motors 373 U S Government 372 Safety Locks 32 Safety System Check 55 Satellite Radio 155 Scheduling Appointments 368 Seats Adjustment Front 44 Head Restraints 43 Heated Front 46 Lumbar Adjustment Front 45 Power Adjustment Front 44 Rear 47 Reclining Seatbacks 45 Underseat Storage 99 Securing Child Restraints 89 94 Security Light 121 Messages 133 OnStar 37...

Page 396: ...gate 33 Taillamps Bulb Replacement 285 Text Messaging 178 Text Telephone TTY Users 365 Theft Deterrent Systems 35 Immobilizer 35 Time 103 Tires 295 All Season 296 All Terrain 297 Buying New Tires 310 Chains 314 Changing 316 Compact Spare 325 Designations 299 Different Size 311 Full Size Spare 326 If a Tire Goes Flat 315 Inspection 307 Messages 134 Pressure Light 119 Tires cont d Pressure Monitor O...

Page 397: ...his Manual 2 V Vehicle Alarm System 34 Canadian Owners 2 Control 193 Identification Number VIN 358 Load Limits 203 Messages 128 Personalization 136 Reminder Messages 135 Remote Start 30 Security 34 Speed Messages 135 Towing 329 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 118 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure 302 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 373 Ventilation Air 189 Visors 41 Voice Recognition 163 W Warning Brake System...

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