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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2011

2011 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual

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Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-49
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-86
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-91
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-96

Service and Maintenance

. . . 11-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . 11-3
Recommended Fluids,

Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . . 11-7

Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-10

Technical Data

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Vehicle Identification . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2

Customer Information

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Customer Information . . . . . . . . 13-1
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-16
Vehicle Data Recording and

Privacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-17

Index

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Summary of Contents for AVALANCHE - 2011

Page 1: ...Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 10 Information Displays 5 26 Vehicle Messages 5 35 Vehicle Personalization 5 44 Universal Remote System 5 53 Lighting 6 1 Exterior Lighting 6 1 Interior Lighting...

Page 2: ...nd Maintenance 11 1 General Information 11 1 Scheduled Maintenance 11 3 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 7 Maintenance Records 11 10 Technical Data 12 1 Vehicle Identification 12 1 Vehicle D...

Page 3: ...hase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Ch...

Page 4: ...NING These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people Notice This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage This would not be covered by the vehicle s w...

Page 5: ...Brake System ABS Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Gauge Fuses 3 Headlamp...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual 2011 vi Introduction 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 7: ...Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment 1 13 Interior Lighting 1 14 Exterior Lighting 1 15 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 15 Climate Controls 1 16 Transmission 1 17 Four Wheel Drive 1 18 Vehicle Features Radio...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual 2011 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 9: ...omatic Transfer Case Control If Equipped See Four Wheel Drive Two Speed Automatic Transfer Case on page 9 43 or Four Wheel Drive Single Speed Automatic Transfer Case on page 9 48 L Data Link Connector...

Page 10: ...tion With DIC Buttons on page 5 44 L Press and release to locate the vehicle Press L and hold for more than two seconds to sound the panic alarm Press L again to cancel the panic alarm See Keys on pag...

Page 11: ...switches are on the front doors K Press to unlock the doors Q Press to lock the doors See Door Locks on page 2 7 Midgate This vehicle is equipped with a Midgate and a removable rear glass panel The Mi...

Page 12: ...Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar 3 Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure the seat is locked in place See Seat Adjustment on page 3 3 for more information Power Seat...

Page 13: ...just the power lumbar support if equipped On vehicles with two way lumbar press and hold the top or bottom of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support On vehicles with four way lumbar press...

Page 14: ...rn the seatback to the upright position 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make su...

Page 15: ...ond driver position using 2 To recall press and release 1 or 2 The vehicle must be in P Park A single beep will sound The seat outside mirrors and adjustable throttle and brake pedals if available wil...

Page 16: ...ghest setting With each press of the button the heated seat will change to the next lower setting and then to the off setting The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest S...

Page 17: ...r position For more information see Head Restraints on page 3 2 and Seat Adjustment on page 3 3 Safety Belts Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts proper...

Page 18: ...driver or passenger side mirror 2 Press one of the four arrows located on the control pad to adjust the mirror 3 Press either A or B again to deselect the mirror See Power Mirrors on page 2 20 Power...

Page 19: ...ew Mirror on page 2 22 for more information Steering Wheel Adjustment The tilt lever is located on the lower left side of the steering column To adjust the steering wheel 1 Hold the steering wheel and...

Page 20: ...ide button is located next to the exterior lamps control k Press the button in and the dome lamps remain off when a door is opened Press the button again to return it to the extended position so that...

Page 21: ...s license plate lamps and taillamps Turns on the parking lamps instrument panel lights license plate lamps and taillamps 2 Turns on the headlamps parking lamps instrument panel lights license plate la...

Page 22: ...ing cooling defrost defog and ventilation of the vehicle can be controlled with these systems A Fan Control B Outside Air C Air Recirculation D Air Delivery Mode Control E Air Conditioning F Driver an...

Page 23: ...s on page 8 1 and Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 4 Transmission Range Selection Mode If available the Range Selection Mode switch is located on the shift lever To use the Range Select...

Page 24: ...ase Single Speed Transfer Case The transfer case knob is located to the left of the instrument panel cluster Use this knob to shift into and out of the different Four Wheel Drive modes 2 m This settin...

Page 25: ...10 91 or Towing the Vehicle on page 10 91 See Four Wheel Drive Two Speed Automatic Transfer Case on page 9 43 or Four Wheel Drive Single Speed Automatic Transfer Case on page 9 48 Vehicle Features Rad...

Page 26: ...ix softkeys located below the radio station frequency tabs and by using the radio FAV button Press FAV to go through up to six pages of favorites each having six favorite stations available per page E...

Page 27: ...gers USB storage device etc can be connected to the auxiliary port using a 3 5 mm 1 8 in input jack or the USB port depending on the audio system See Auxiliary Devices on page 7 29 for further informa...

Page 28: ...coming call or to end a call SRCE Press to switch between the radio and CD and for equipped vehicles the DVD front auxiliary and rear auxiliary Press to seek the next radio station the next track or c...

Page 29: ...nter DIC The DIC display is located at the bottom of the instrument panel cluster It shows the status of many vehicle systems and enables access to the personalization menu The DIC buttons are located...

Page 30: ...area behind the vehicle when the vehicle is shifted into R Reverse This is displayed on the inside rearview mirror or the navigation screen if equipped To clean the camera lens located in the bezel f...

Page 31: ...vices such as garage door openers security systems and home automation devices Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the transmitter Because of the steps involved it may be hel...

Page 32: ...hen the vehicle is first started and then turn off 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 rep...

Page 33: ...67 For all other vehicles use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on page 9 66 Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage Here are some driving tip...

Page 34: ...be sent to an OnStar advisor who will assess your problem contact Roadside Assistance and relay your exact location to get the help you need Online Owner Center U S and Canada The Online Owner Center...

Page 35: ...vice requires wireless communication networks and the Global Positioning System GPS satellite network Not all OnStar services are available everywhere or on all vehicles at all times OnStar service ca...

Page 36: ...mation Your Responsibility Increase the volume of the radio if the OnStar Advisor cannot be heard If the light next to the OnStar buttons is red the system may not be functioning properly Push Q and r...

Page 37: ...out Protection 2 8 Safety Locks 2 8 Doors Midgate 2 9 Tailgate 2 16 Power Assist Steps 2 16 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security 2 17 Anti Theft Alarm System 2 17 Immobilizer 2 18 Immobilizer Operation 2...

Page 38: ...See your dealer if a replacement key or additional key is needed Notice If the keys get locked in the vehicle it may have to be damaged to get them out Always carry a spare key If you are locked out o...

Page 39: ...de the vehicle using the RKE transmitter See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 5 for additional information Q Lock Press to lock all the doors including the tailgate If enabled through the Driver Informa...

Page 40: ...to the driver of the vehicle For example the memory seat position for driver 1 will be recalled when using the transmitter labeled 1 if enabled through the DIC See Memory Seat Mirrors and Pedals under...

Page 41: ...automatic climate control system the climate control system will default to a heating or cooling mode depending on the outside temperatures If the vehicle does not have an automatic climate control s...

Page 42: ...0 minutes Repeat the steps for a 10 minute time extension Remote start can be extended only once After entering the vehicle during a remote start insert and turn the key to ON RUN to drive the vehicle...

Page 43: ...of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the handle will not open it The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked So all passengers should wear sa...

Page 44: ...ver Information Center DIC See Delay Door Lock under Vehicle Personalization With DIC Buttons on page 5 44 Automatic Door Locks The vehicle may have an automatic lock unlock feature This feature can b...

Page 45: ...se unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the cargo covers on and the tailgate and Midgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the...

Page 46: ...n the Midgate storage pocket Do not remove the rear glass when the rear defroster is on If you do you may see a discharge spark coming from the latch area To remove the rear glass do the following 1 F...

Page 47: ...the rear glass 4 With the rear glass tilted toward you lift it out from the lower window frame channel Use the grab handles B to assist you in removing the rear glass 5 Load the rear glass into the s...

Page 48: ...s up to the locked position You should hear a click when each latch lever locks correctly The rear seats can be returned to the normal position when the rear glass is out and stored properly in the st...

Page 49: ...he window frame Be sure to align the rear glass side to side using the alignment arrows G 5 Apply a firm downward pressure and then push the rear glass flat against the window frame Use the grab handl...

Page 50: ...or it can be removed and stored in the rear glass storage pocket To lower the Midgate 1 Fold the rear seats The front seats might have to be moved forward slightly to allow the rear seats to fold See...

Page 51: ...ll lower with the Midgate This is completely normal however since the crossbar lowers with the Midgate it will be heavier As you lower the Midgate be ready for the extra weight and do not let the Midg...

Page 52: ...te toward you To close the tailgate push it firmly upward until it latches Push and pull on the tailgate to be sure it is latched securely Tailgate Removal The tailgate is not to be removed This may c...

Page 53: ...refore vehicle contents may not be protected if the midgate is left open or ajar If a locked driver door is opened without using the RKE transmitter a ten second pre alarm will occur The horn will chi...

Page 54: ...ld but the headlamps flash check to see if the horn works The horn fuse may be blown To replace the fuse see Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 10 46 and Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 41 I...

Page 55: ...programmed for the vehicle The following procedure is for programming additional keys only If all the currently programmed keys are lost or do not operate you must see your dealer or a locksmith who...

Page 56: ...ng lanes The passenger side mirror is convex shaped A convex mirror s surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat Power Mirrors Vehicles with outside power mirrors have controls located...

Page 57: ...ition The mirrors vibrate at normal driving speeds Fold and unfold the mirrors one time using the mirror controls to reset them to their normal position A popping noise may be heard during the resetti...

Page 58: ...king The mirror s return to the original position when the vehicle is shifted out of R Reverse or the ignition is turned off or to OFF LOCK Turn this feature on or off through the Driver Information C...

Page 59: ...bout the services OnStar provides Cleaning the Mirror Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror Use a soft towel dampened with water Windows WARNING Leaving children helpless adults or pets in...

Page 60: ...ches that control the passenger and rear windows The power windows work when the ignition is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY or in Retained Accessory Power RAP See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 34...

Page 61: ...ignition is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY or in Retained Accessory Power RAP See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 34 To open or close the sunroof press the open or close switch A to the first deten...

Page 62: ...The sunshade must be opened and closed manually If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing the anti pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof Dirt and debris may c...

Page 63: ...rbag System 3 28 Where Are the Airbags 3 30 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 31 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 33 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 33 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 3 34 Passen...

Page 64: ...lled and adjusted properly Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a cra...

Page 65: ...only when the vehicle is not moving To adjust the seat 1 Lift the bar under the front edge of the seat cushion to unlock the seat 2 Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar 3 Try to...

Page 66: ...ll memory settings for the driver seat outside mirrors and the adjustable throttle and brake pedals if equipped Storing Memory Positions To save into memory 1 Adjust the driver seat seatback recliner...

Page 67: ...he memory item that is not recalling for two seconds Try recalling the memory position again by pressing the appropriate memory button If the memory position is still not recalling see the dealer for...

Page 68: ...To adjust the power lumbar support if equipped On vehicles with two way lumbar press and hold the top or bottom of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support On vehicles with four way lumbar...

Page 69: ...use serious internal injuries Continued WARNING Continued For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly...

Page 70: ...ace 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked To return the seatback to the upright position 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will retu...

Page 71: ...s to heat the seat and seatback Press the button once for the highest setting With each press of the button the heated seat will change to the next lower setting and then to the off setting The lights...

Page 72: ...lower setting and then to the off setting The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest The heated and cooled seats turn off automatically when the ignition is turned off T...

Page 73: ...hion Tilt the seat cushion forward toward the front of the vehicle Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the...

Page 74: ...he seat cushion down This action locks the seatback in place Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Raise the headrest Safety Belts This section of the manual describes how to use saf...

Page 75: ...s a reminder to buckle the safety belts See Safety Belt Reminders on page 5 15 for additional information In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law requires wearing safety belts Here is why...

Page 76: ...2011 3 14 Seats and Restraints Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the w...

Page 77: ...de down Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag is provid...

Page 78: ...And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts First before you or your passenger s wear a safety belt there is important information you should know Sit up straight and alway...

Page 79: ...d fit snugly against your body Q What is wrong with this A The lap belt is too loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way WARNING You can be seriously hurt if the lap belt is too loose...

Page 80: ...e seriously injured if the belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not on the pelvic bones This could cause seriou...

Page 81: ...armrests Q What is wrong with this A The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times WARNING You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under...

Page 82: ...neck injury You might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder...

Page 83: ...u more slowly If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way the child restraint locking feature may be engaged If this happens let the belt go back all the way and start again...

Page 84: ...ed position Before a door is closed be sure the safety belt is out of the way If a door is slammed against a safety belt damage can occur to both the belt and the vehicle Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster...

Page 85: ...belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a side crash or a rollover event Pretensioners work only once If the pretensioners activate in a crash they will need to be replaced and probab...

Page 86: ...rn may not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder Continued WARNING Continued and across the ches...

Page 87: ...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 belt is worn properly it...

Page 88: ...wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults N...

Page 89: ...To help make sure the safety belt systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible After a minor crash replacement of safety belts...

Page 90: ...tback closest to the door With roof rail airbags the word AIRBAG will appear along the headliner or trim Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts Even though today s...

Page 91: ...de 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 Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer pro...

Page 92: ...the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar The seat mounted side impact airbag...

Page 93: ...ide impact airbag Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof rail airbags by routing a rope or tie down through any door or window opening If you do the path of an inflating roof rail ai...

Page 94: ...derate frontal impacts dual stage airbags inflate at a level less than full deployment For more severe frontal impacts full deployment occurs The vehicle has a seat position sensor Vehicles with dual...

Page 95: ...airbags there are airbag modules in the ceiling of the vehicle near the side windows that have occupant seating positions How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal col...

Page 96: ...is everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates then get fresh air by opening a windo...

Page 97: ...perly See your dealer for service Passenger Sensing System If the vehicle has the passenger airbag status indicator pictured in the following illustration then the vehicle has a passenger sensing syst...

Page 98: ...who are large enough using safety belts A label on the sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deplo...

Page 99: ...time the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbag to be enabled the on indicator will li...

Page 100: ...nt and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit turn the vehicle off Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion if adjustable to make sure that the vehicle seat...

Page 101: ...lder portion of the belt is pulled out all the way the child restraint locking feature will be engaged This may unintentionally cause the passenger sensing system to turn the airbag off for some adult...

Page 102: ...ly A Yes If you add things that change the vehicle s frame bumper system height front end or side sheet metal they may keep the airbag system from working properly Changing or moving any parts of the...

Page 103: ...dresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure U S and Canada on page 13 1 or Customer Satisfaction Procedure...

Page 104: ...erly 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 air...

Page 105: ...an proper safety belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A An older child should wear a lap sho...

Page 106: ...not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The child might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be app...

Page 107: ...nor its airbag system is designed for them Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints Children who are not restrain...

Page 108: ...ch are purchased by the vehicle owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether o...

Page 109: ...ng 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...

Page 110: ...njured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system following the...

Page 111: ...d restraints In the U S refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA website to locate the nearest child safety seat inspection station For CPST availability in Canada check with...

Page 112: ...o one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secu...

Page 113: ...restraint easier The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system Make sure that a LATCH compatible child restraint is p...

Page 114: ...the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash Your child restraint may have a single tether A or a dual...

Page 115: ...e above the floor for each rear seating position Fold down the rear seatback s to access the anchors See Rear Seats on page 3 11 Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the...

Page 116: ...a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash attac...

Page 117: ...eat cushion by pulling up on the strap loop at the rear of the seat cushion and fold the seat cushion forward Then fold the seatback forward until it is flat See Rear Seats on page 3 11 for additional...

Page 118: ...nt to the top tether anchor 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 sea...

Page 119: ...y necessary replacements made as soon as possible If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash new LATCH system parts may be needed New parts and repairs may be necessary e...

Page 120: ...int manufacturer recommends using a top tether attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers...

Page 121: ...ldren LATCH System on page 3 51 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 safety belt path and attempt to move it...

Page 122: ...g airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position The vehicle may hav...

Page 123: ...the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint 1 Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward fa...

Page 124: ...e 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...

Page 125: ...nsole Press down and release the access door to open and use the front cupholders Pull down on the door located on the back of the console to use the rear cupholders Push on the door to close it Push...

Page 126: ...area The passenger side contains the tire changing tools To lock or unlock use the key then press the key cylinder to open Luggage Load Locations Cargo Area All Weather Cargo Area The vehicle s cargo...

Page 127: ...th sides of the box and the tailgate side F Rear drains G Cargo floor H Cargo mat Maintenance and Cleaning To ensure that the water management system performs properly be sure that the Midgate tailgat...

Page 128: ...place the drain grate 1 Line up the clips on the vehicle with the slots in the grate and firmly push the grate down 2 Do not force the grate If it does not clip into place realign the clips with the h...

Page 129: ...the rear side of the drain grate tilt it toward the front of the vehicle and pull it out Reverse the procedure to reinstall the drain grate Cargo Area Floor Drains The cargo mat has cut outs for the...

Page 130: ...k always make sure that it is securely reattached Notice Exceeding the weight limit of 113 kg 250 lbs can damage the cargo covers and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not pu...

Page 131: ...as many cargo panels as needed 4 To remove cargo panel 1 unlock the two rear latches lift the cover slightly and pull rearward After each cargo panel has been removed store them within the cargo stor...

Page 132: ...o the front and back edge of the panel Use the following instructions for the proper storage sequence and location for each panel 1 1 Secure clip A on the storage strap 1 2 Secure clip B on the storag...

Page 133: ...3 Place the primary straps over the three cargo covers A Fasten the four strap clips B 4 Tighten all straps by pulling on the free end of each strap 5 Close both cross locks at the center of the stra...

Page 134: ...arting with cargo panel 1 place the latches in the unlocked position Place cargo panel 1 on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar 2...

Page 135: ...ck sounds when each latch locks Lock the remaining passenger side latch on panel 1 4 Install cargo cover 2 followed by 3 next Place the latches in the unlocked position Place the cargo cover panel on...

Page 136: ...ps Fold the straps for storing inside the top box storage compartment 1 Extend the six strap ends on a flat surface 2 Fold the four primary strap ends toward the center as shown 3 Take the short strap...

Page 137: ...wider than the roof rack on top of the vehicle unless using a GM certified accessory carrier For vehicles with a roof rack the rack can be used to load items For roof racks that do not have crossrails...

Page 138: ...up on both sides of the rail Then slide the crossrail to the desired position balancing the force side to side Press the release lever down on both sides of the rail down to tighten it Try to slide t...

Page 139: ...arning Light 5 21 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 5 22 Tow Haul Mode Light 5 23 StabiliTrak Indicator Light 5 23 Tire Pressure Light 5 23 Engine Oil Pressure Light 5 24 Low Fuel Warning Light...

Page 140: ...mote System Programming 5 53 Universal Remote System Operation 5 58 Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment The tilt lever is located on the lower left side of the steering column To adjust the steering wh...

Page 141: ...or USB Device Vehicles without a Navigation System 1 Press and hold w or c x while listening to a song until the contents of the current folder display on the radio display 2 Press and release w or c...

Page 142: ...ems press and hold for longer than two seconds to interact with those systems See Bluetooth on page 7 46 and the OnStar Owner s Guide for more information c x End Press to reject an incoming call or e...

Page 143: ...or less frequent wipes 6 Low Speed Slow wipes High Speed Fast wipes Clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them Damaged wiper b...

Page 144: ...eographic north If the compass is not set to the zone where you live the compass may give false readings The compass must be set to the variance zone in which the vehicle is traveling To adjust for co...

Page 145: ...the compass should be calibrated If the DIC display does not show a heading for example N for North or the heading does not change after making turns there may be a strong magnetic field interfering...

Page 146: ...the H button to display HR MIN MM DD YYYY hour minute month day and year 3 Press the softkey located under any one of the tabs to change that setting 4 To increase the time or date do one of the follo...

Page 147: ...ceeds the maximum 20 ampere rating Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible with the accessory power outlets and could overload vehicle and adapter fuses If a problem is experienced see you...

Page 148: ...ing 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 warni...

Page 149: ...Black plate 11 1 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual 2011 Instruments and Controls 5 11 Instrument Cluster English Shown Metric Similar I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 150: ...rip odometer display to toggle between the trip odometer and the regular odometer Holding the reset button for approximately one second while the trip odometer is displayed resets it To display the od...

Page 151: ...gauge may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gauge goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off E...

Page 152: ...otice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil Engine Coolant...

Page 153: ...iod This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle As engine speeds are increased this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allo...

Page 154: ...grocery bag laptop or other electronic device To turn off the warning light and or chime remove the object from the seat or buckle the safety belt Airbag Readiness Light The system checks the airbag s...

Page 155: ...the vehicle s sun visors refers to ADVANCED AIRBAGS United States Canada and Mexico When the vehicle is started the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF or the symbols for on and o...

Page 156: ...tem Light This light comes on briefly when the ignition key is turned to START but the engine is not running as a check to show it is working If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer Th...

Page 157: ...are of the light can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle This system assists the service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice If the vehicle is continually driven with this...

Page 158: ...ank on page 9 69 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving tr...

Page 159: ...stems have not been completely diagnosed by the system This can happen if the battery has recently been replaced or if the battery has run down The diagnostic system evaluates critical emission contro...

Page 160: ...r service If the light comes on while driving pull off the road and stop carefully The pedal might be harder to push or might go closer to the floor It can take longer to stop If the light is still on...

Page 161: ...s not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off If the light comes on and stays on while driving there might be a problem with the St...

Page 162: ...ration on page 10 59 for more information Engine Oil Pressure Light WARNING Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low The engine can become so hot that it catches fire Someone could be burned Che...

Page 163: ...t and the vehicle s security system see Anti Theft Alarm System on page 2 17 High Beam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 6...

Page 164: ...uttons located on the instrument panel next to the steering wheel If the vehicle does not have DIC buttons the trip odometer reset stem can be used to access some of the menu items The DIC displays tr...

Page 165: ...et stem will also display the odometer To switch between English and metric measurements see Units later in this section Trip Odometer Press the trip fuel button until TRIP displays This display shows...

Page 166: ...economies Generally freeway driving produces better fuel economy than city driving Fuel range cannot be reset Average Economy Press the trip fuel button until AVG ECONOMY displays This display shows...

Page 167: ...Unlike average economy this screen cannot be reset An Active Fuel Management indicator will display on the right side of the DIC while INST ECON displays on the left side Active Fuel Management allow...

Page 168: ...ETRIC or ENGLISH units All of the vehicle information will then be displayed in the unit of measurement selected Tire Pressure On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS the pressure for e...

Page 169: ...ip odometer The Language selection and Engine Hours display can also be accessed with the trip odometer reset stem Odometer Press the trip odometer reset stem until ODOMETER displays This display show...

Page 170: ...vailable selections are ENGLISH default FRANCAIS French ESPANOL Spanish and NO CHANGE 4 Once the desired language is displayed release the trip odometer reset stem to set your choice Engine Hours To d...

Page 171: ...ccumulate mileage For example if the vehicle was driven 8 km 5 miles before it is started again and then the retro active reset feature is activated the display will show 8 km 5 miles As the vehicle b...

Page 172: ...e oil as soon as you can See Engine Oil on page 10 8 In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual...

Page 173: ...discharge the climate controls heated seats and audio systems will shut off and the vehicle may require a jump start These systems will function again after the vehicle is started SERVICE BATTERY CHAR...

Page 174: ...ol System under Towing Equipment on page 9 79 for more information Door Ajar Messages DRIVER DOOR OPEN This message displays and a chime sounds if the driver door is not fully closed and the vehicle i...

Page 175: ...E ENGINE Notice If you drive the vehicle while the engine is overheating severe engine damage may occur If an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and or DIC stop the vehicle as so...

Page 176: ...oil pressure is corrected See Engine Oil on page 10 8 for more information This message displays if low oil pressure levels occur Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and do not operate it unti...

Page 177: ...e Keyless Entry RKE transmitter battery is low The battery needs to be replaced in the transmitter See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 Lamp Messages TUR...

Page 178: ...suspension system this message displays when the Autoride suspension system is not operating properly Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL If your vehicle has StabiliTra...

Page 179: ...message displays when the Traction Control System TCS is turned off Adjust your driving accordingly See StabiliTrak System on page 9 52 for more information Airbag System Messages SERVICE AIR BAG Thi...

Page 180: ...ocation of the low tire The low tire pressure warning light will also come on See Tire Pressure Light on page 5 23 You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time To read the other messa...

Page 181: ...ake Control ITBC system this message may display and a chime may sound when one of the following conditions exists A trailer with electric brakes becomes disconnected from the vehicle If the disconnec...

Page 182: ...the windshield washer fluid reservoir as soon as possible See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for the location of the windshield washer fluid reservoir Also see Washer Fluid on page 10 26 fo...

Page 183: ...all DIC messages in English DISPLAY LANGUAGE This feature allows you to select the language in which the DIC messages will appear Press the customization button until the DISPLAY LANGUAGE screen appe...

Page 184: ...omization button until AUTO DOOR UNLOCK appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the fol...

Page 185: ...a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when unlocking the veh...

Page 186: ...ng of the vehicle s doors ON default The doors will not lock until five seconds after the last door or the tailgate is closed NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will...

Page 187: ...tion NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC CHIME VOLUME This...

Page 188: ...atic easy exit seat feature See Memory Seat Mirrors and Pedals in Power Seat Adjustment on page 3 4 for more information Press the customization button until EASY EXIT RECALL appears on the DIC displa...

Page 189: ...memory seat recall feature See Memory Seat Mirrors and Pedals in Power Seat Adjustment on page 3 4 for more information Press the customization button until MEMORY SEAT RECALL appears on the DIC displ...

Page 190: ...n press the customization button to scroll through the following settings RESTORE ALL default The customization features will be set to their factory default settings DO NOT RESTORE The customization...

Page 191: ...e steps involved it may be helpful to have another person assist with programming the transmitter Be sure to keep the original remote control transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for futur...

Page 192: ...age door until the garage door moves The indicator light above the selected button should slowly blink This button may need to be held for up to 20 seconds 4 Immediately within one second release the...

Page 193: ...e garage door opener motor If there is a row of dip switches similar to the graphic above the garage door opener is a Fixed Code unit If you do not see a row of dip switches return to the previous sec...

Page 194: ...Middle 0 or Neutral 2 Write down the 8 to 12 switch settings from left to right as follows When a switch is in the up position write Left When a switch is in the down position write Right If a switch...

Page 195: ...sitions once again firmly press and release all three buttons at the same time The indicator lights will turn on 6 Press and hold the button that will be used to control the garage door until the gara...

Page 196: ...the vehicle is sold or the lease ends To erase either Rolling Code or Fixed Code settings on the Universal Home Remote device 1 Press and hold the two outside buttons at the same time for approximate...

Page 197: ...6 5 Fog Lamps 6 6 Exterior Cargo Lamps 6 6 Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control 6 7 Dome Lamps 6 7 Reading Lamps 6 7 Lighting Features Entry Exit Lighting 6 8 Battery Load Managemen...

Page 198: ...g the DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 26 Parking Lamps Turns on the parking lamps together with the following Instrument Panel Lights Taillamps License Plate Lamps 2 Headlamps Turns on...

Page 199: ...igh Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low to high beam push the lever toward the instrument panel To return to low beam headlamps pull the multifunction lever toward you Then release it Wh...

Page 200: ...vehicles first sold in Canada the transmission must be in the P Park position before the DRL lamps can be turned off Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside and the headlamp switch is...

Page 201: ...in the full bright position See Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6 7 Hazard Warning Flashers Hazard Warning Flashers Press this button located on top of the steering column to make the fr...

Page 202: ...cated on the left side of your instrument panel Fog Lamps Press the button to turn the fog lamps on An indicator light will glow near the button when the fog lamps are on Press the button again to tur...

Page 203: ...r all the doors are closed Turn the instrument panel brightness knob located below the dome lamp override button clockwise to the farthest position to manually turn on the dome lamps The dome lamps re...

Page 204: ...e 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 con...

Page 205: ...ment tasks while driving This system provides access to many audio and non audio listings To minimize taking your eyes off the road while driving do the following while the vehicle is parked Become fa...

Page 206: ...tLock is designed to discourage theft of the vehicle s radio by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN The radio does not operate if it is stolen or moved to a different vehicle O...

Page 207: ...ayer is the top slot on the radio faceplate The player is capable of reading the DTS programmed DVD Audio or DVD Video media DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks of Digital Theater S...

Page 208: ...e display times out after approximately 10 seconds Each higher setting allows for more radio volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Noise Compensation Technology Vehicles with the LTZ package an...

Page 209: ...ols to the middle position press the f knob for more than 2 seconds until a beep sounds EQ Equalization Press this button to choose bass and treble equalization settings designed for different types o...

Page 210: ...ust the setting by doing one of the following Turn the f knob clockwise or counterclockwise Press the SEEK or SEEK button Press the FWD or s REV button To quickly adjust all speaker and tone controls...

Page 211: ...ch between AM FM or XM if equipped f Tune Turn to manually select radio stations SEEK Press to seek the previous radio station Press and hold for a few seconds until a beep sounds to scan for radio st...

Page 212: ...p the number of favorites pages 1 Press the MENU button 2 Press the softkey located below the FAV 1 6 tab 3 Select the number of favorites pages by pressing the softkey located below the displayed pag...

Page 213: ...o is in the XM mode Finding a Category CAT Station To find XM channels in a category 1 Press the CAT button to display the category tabs Continue pressing the CAT button until the desired category nam...

Page 214: ...y the page where the station will be stored 3 Press and hold one of the six softkeys until a beep sounds 4 Repeat Steps 1 through 3 to store additional radio stations The number of favorites pages can...

Page 215: ...n Please Renew The XM subscription needs to be reactivated Contact XM at www xmradio com or call 1 800 929 2100 in the U S and www xmradio ca or call 1 877 438 9677 in Canada CAT Not Found There are n...

Page 216: ...ausing the sound to fade in and out XM Satellite Radio Service XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast to coast in the 48 contiguous United States and in Canada Just as wit...

Page 217: ...an attempt is made to play scratched or damaged CDs the CD player could be damaged While using the CD player use only CDs in good condition without any label load one CD at a time and keep the CD pla...

Page 218: ...As each new track starts to play the track number displays The CD player can play the smaller 8 cm 3 inch single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manne...

Page 219: ...s 56 kbps 64 kbps 80 kbps 96 kbps 112 kbps 128 kbps 160 kbps 192 kbps 224 kbps 256 kbps and 320 kbps or a variable bit rate Compressed Audio or Mixed Mode Discs The radio can play discs that contain b...

Page 220: ...or Real Jukebox software can be accessed however there is no playlist editing capability using the radio These playlists are treated as special folders containing compressed audio song files Playlist...

Page 221: ...random play h Music Navigator Press the softkey below the h tab to have the files played in order by artist or album The player scans the disc to sort the files by artist and album ID3 tag information...

Page 222: ...tact your dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem CD DVD Player Care of the CD and DVD Player Do not add any label to a dis...

Page 223: ...turn the radio on The radio can be heard through all of the vehicle speakers Front seat passengers can listen to the radio AM FM or XM if equipped by pressing the BAND button or the DVD CD AUX button...

Page 224: ...y the buttons on the radio faceplate or by the RSA unit See Rear Seat Audio RSA System on page 7 44 for more information The DVD CD decks the upper slot is the DVD deck and the lower slot is the CD de...

Page 225: ...o to the start of the current track if more than five seconds on the CD have played Press to go to the previous track if less than five seconds on the CD have played Press and hold or press multiple t...

Page 226: ...dio If a disc contains both uncompressed CD audio and MP3 WMA files a folder under the root directory called CD accesses all of the CD audio tracks on the disc Empty Folder Folders that do not contain...

Page 227: ...k names longer than 32 characters or 4 pages are shortened Parts of words on the last page of text and the extension of the file name do not display Preprogrammed Playlists Preprogrammed playlists tha...

Page 228: ...gins playing files in order by artist The current artist playing is shown on the second line of the display Once all songs by that artist are played the player moves to the next artist in alphabetical...

Page 229: ...cally play the movie while others default to the softkey menu display which requires the Play Enter or Navigation softkeys to be pressed either by softkey or by the rear seat passenger using the remot...

Page 230: ...The Parental Control feature remains on until the knob is pressed and held for more than two seconds again or until the driver turns the ignition off and exits the vehicle f Tune Turn to select track...

Page 231: ...button only operates when using a DVD Nav Navigate Press to display directional arrows for navigating through the menus q Return Press to exit the current active menu and return to the previous menu...

Page 232: ...r j tabs displayed on the radio If the radio is sourced to something other than DVD V press the DVD CD AUX button to make DVD V the active source To resume DVD playback press the r j button on the re...

Page 233: ...io device such as an iPod MP3 player CD player for use as another source for audio listening This input jack is not an audio output do not plug headphones into the front auxiliary input jack Drivers a...

Page 234: ...ront Auxiliary and Rear Auxiliary if available See Using the Auxiliary Input Jack s in this section or Audio Video A V Jacks under Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System on page 7 34 for more information...

Page 235: ...he vehicle s battery If you have an older iPod model that is not supported it can still be used by connecting it to the Auxiliary Input Jack using a standard 3 5 mm 1 8 in stereo cable See Using the A...

Page 236: ...he current folder on the USB drive To browse and select files 1 Press the softkey below c 2 Turn f to scroll through the list of folders 3 Press f to select the desired folder If there is more then on...

Page 237: ...softkey below to repeat all tracks The tab appears lowered when Repeat All is being used This is the default mode when a USB storage device or iPod is first connected Repeat Track Press the softkey be...

Page 238: ...20 C 4 F or below 60 C 140 F If the temperature of the vehicle is outside this range heat or cool the vehicle until the temperature is within the operating range of the RSE system Parental Control Th...

Page 239: ...indicator light does not come on the batteries might need to be replaced See Battery Replacement later in this section for more information Switch the headphones to Off when not in use Infrared transm...

Page 240: ...rew to loosen the battery door located on the left side of the headphones Slide the battery door open 2 Replace the two batteries in the compartment Make sure that they are installed correctly using t...

Page 241: ...7 29 for more information about changing the source How to Change the RSE Video Screen Settings The screen display mode normal full and zoom screen brightness and setup menu language can be changed fr...

Page 242: ...as an audio source on the RSA system See Rear Seat Audio RSA System on page 7 44 for more information When a device is connected to the A V jacks or the radio s auxiliary input jack if the vehicle ha...

Page 243: ...play and start the disc The radio can also turn on the video screen display See CD DVD Player on page 7 18 for more information Notice Storing the remote control in a hot area or in direct sunlight ca...

Page 244: ...Some radios may perform reverse slow play by pressing the play pause button and then pressing the fast reverse button To cancel slow play mode press the play pause button t Previous Track Chapter Pre...

Page 245: ...vides the capability of direct chapter or track number selection Clear Press this button within three seconds after entering a numeric selection to clear all numerical inputs 10 Double Digit Entries P...

Page 246: ...devices The remote control does not work Check to make sure there is no obstruction between the remote control and the transmitter window Check the batteries to make sure they are not dead or install...

Page 247: ...The video screen can display one of the following Disc Load Eject Error This message displays when there are disc load or eject problems Disc Format Error This message displays if the disc is inserted...

Page 248: ...to at one time Changing the band on the RSA or the front radio will change the band on the other system if they are both sourced to the radio The RSA functions operate even when the main radio is off...

Page 249: ...ess the right seek arrow to go to the next track or chapter on the disc This function is inactive with some radios if the front seat passengers are listening to the disc When a DVD video menu is being...

Page 250: ...n See Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers in this section for more information WARNING When using a cell phone it can be distracting to look too long or too often at the screen of the phone or the info...

Page 251: ...x Phone On Hook Press to end a call reject a call or cancel an operation Pairing A Bluetooth cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used...

Page 252: ...hones Listing All Paired and Connected Phones The system can list all cell phones paired to it If a paired cell phone is also connected to the vehicle the system responds with is connected after that...

Page 253: ...equipped Using the Store Command 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Store 3 Say the phone number or group of numbers you want to store all at once with no pauses then follow the directions giv...

Page 254: ...digits one at a time Re dial This command is used to dial the last number used on the cell phone Using the Dial or Call Command 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Dial or Call 3 Say the entir...

Page 255: ...rted on the cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier Press b g to answer an incoming call when another call is active The original call is placed on hold Press b g again to return to the...

Page 256: ...icle 1 Press b g 2 Say Transfer Call Transferring Audio to the Bluetooth System from a Cell Phone During a call with the audio on the cell phone press b g The audio transfers to the vehicle If the aud...

Page 257: ...number or name tag to send Clearing the System Unless information is deleted out of the in vehicle Bluetooth system it will be retained indefinitely This includes all saved name tags in the phone book...

Page 258: ...Black plate 54 1 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual 2011 7 54 Infotainment System 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 259: ...Control System 8 4 Air Vents Air Vents 8 10 Climate Control Systems The heating cooling defrost defog and ventilation of the vehicle can be controlled with this system A Fan Control B Outside Air C R...

Page 260: ...when in Floor Mode Defog The defog mode is used to clear the windows of fog or moisture Air is directed to the windshield floor outlets and side window vents In this mode the system turns off recircul...

Page 261: ...times and turns off The air conditioning compressor will also come on when this mode is activated While in recirculation mode the windows may fog when the weather is cold and damp To clear the fog sel...

Page 262: ...ed to the floor This direction can be changed by pressing the mode button Recirculation can be selected once you have selected vent or bi level mode The temperature can also be adjusted using either t...

Page 263: ...ature setting by pressing the PASS button and turning off the PASS indicator When the passenger side temperature setting is set different than the driver side setting the indicator on the PASS button...

Page 264: ...ing cold air in cold weather the system will delay turning on the fan until warm air is available The length of delay depends on the engine coolant temperature Pressing the fan switch will override th...

Page 265: ...into the vehicle and runs the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is close to freezing The recirculation mode cannot be selected while in the defrost mode The passenger temperat...

Page 266: ...ay fog when the weather is cold and damp To clear the fog select either the defog or defrost mode and increase the fan speed The recirculation mode can be turned off by pressing the outside air button...

Page 267: ...he steering wheel that measures the temperature of the air inside your vehicle There is also an exterior temperature sensor located behind the front grille This sensor reads the outside air temperatur...

Page 268: ...vers Operation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside...

Page 269: ...rk 9 35 Parking Over Things That Burn 9 36 Active Fuel Management 9 36 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 37 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 38 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 39 Manua...

Page 270: ...driving means always expect the unexpected The first step in driving defensively is to wear the safety belt See Safety Belts on page 3 12 WARNING Assume that other road users pedestrians bicyclists an...

Page 271: ...th the use of alcohol with about 250 000 people injured For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons fo...

Page 272: ...e road whether it is wet dry or icy tire tread the condition of the brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heav...

Page 273: ...hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you These problems can be avoided by brak...

Page 274: ...rea of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those c...

Page 275: ...off road usage Always wear your safety belt and observe safe driving speeds especially on rough terrain Drinking and driving can be very dangerous on any road and this is certainly true for off road...

Page 276: ...ascia To remove the air dam 1 Remove the two outboard air dam bolts 2 With a flat blade tool disengage the snaps 3 After the bolts are removed and the snaps are disengaged push forward on the air dam...

Page 277: ...ry off roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment Always use established trails roads and areas that have been specially set aside for public off road recreational driving and o...

Page 278: ...r obstacles The vehicle has more bounce when driving over obstacles More braking distance is needed especially on an unpaved surface WARNING When you are driving off road bouncing and quick changes in...

Page 279: ...s Use good judgment about what is safe and what is not Driving on Hills Off road driving often takes you up down or across a hill Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of...

Page 280: ...are more susceptible to the effects of erosion Driving Uphill Once you decide it is safe to drive up the hill Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the steering wheel Get a smooth start up the hill a...

Page 281: ...ansmission to P Park and restart the engine Then shift to R Reverse release the parking brake and slowly back down the hill as straight as possible in R Reverse While backing down the hill put your le...

Page 282: ...sition on the transfer case overrides the transmission You or someone else could be injured If you are going to leave your vehicle set the parking brake and shift the transmission to P Park But if the...

Page 283: ...hift back to a low gear release the parking brake and drive straight down 4 If the engine will not start get out and get help Driving Across an Incline An off road trail will probably go across the in...

Page 284: ...ut on the downhill low side of a vehicle stopped across an incline is dangerous If the vehicle rolls over you could be crushed or killed Always get out on the uphill high side of the vehicle and stay...

Page 285: ...ater Heavy rain can mean flash flooding and flood waters demand extreme caution Find out how deep the water is before driving through it Do not try it if it is deep enough to cover the wheel hubs axle...

Page 286: ...water creates strong forces Driving through flowing water could cause the vehicle to be carried away If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warnings and be v...

Page 287: ...RNING If you do not shift down the brakes could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift down to let the engine as...

Page 288: ...stops on slippery roads but apply the brakes sooner than when on dry pavement Allow greater following distance on any slippery road and watch for slippery spots Icy patches can occur on otherwise clea...

Page 289: ...der your vehicle This can cause deadly CO Carbon Monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You cannot see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow...

Page 290: ...e area around the front wheels For four wheel drive vehicles with a two speed automatic transfer case shift into Four Wheel High For vehicles with StabiliTrak turn the traction control part of the sys...

Page 291: ...carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it was desig...

Page 292: ...ended cold tire inflation pressures D For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 10 49 and Tire Pressure on page 10 56 There is also important loading information on the vehicle Cer...

Page 293: ...weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicl...

Page 294: ...0 kg 0 lbs Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers...

Page 295: ...carried in the bed of your truck could shift forward and come into the passenger area injuring you and others If you put things in the bed of your truck you should make sure they are properly secured...

Page 296: ...t whenever you can Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to There is also important loading information for off road driving in this manual See Loading Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving unde...

Page 297: ...the new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not t...

Page 298: ...e ignition switch has four different positions To shift out of P Park the ignition must be in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal must be applied A STOPPING THE ENGINE LOCK OFF When th...

Page 299: ...e switch or break the key Use the correct key make sure it is all the way in and turn it only with your hand If the key cannot be turned by hand see your dealer B ACC ACCESSORY This position lets thin...

Page 300: ...seconds to prevent cranking motor damage To prevent gear damage this system also prevents cranking if the engine is already running Engine cranking can be stopped by turning the ignition switch to th...

Page 301: ...vent engine coolant heater operation at temperatures above 18 C 0 F To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord The cord is secured to the Eng...

Page 302: ...y 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 If you have a four wheel drive transfer case with a N Neutral p...

Page 303: ...that the shift lever was not fully locked into P Park Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transmission into P Park properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much fo...

Page 304: ...then have the vehicle serviced soon 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 o...

Page 305: ...ntinued WARNING Continued The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage The vehicle exhaust system has been modified damaged or improperly repaired There are holes or openings in the vehicle bod...

Page 306: ...with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or o...

Page 307: ...rous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to I...

Page 308: ...could lose control and hit people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of P Park or N Neutral with the engine running at high speed m...

Page 309: ...ne will be able to maintain vehicle speed by analyzing things such as throttle position vehicle load and hill grade If the shift stabilization feature determines that a current vehicle speed cannot be...

Page 310: ...g is not available when the Range Selection Mode is active See Tow Haul Mode on page 9 42 for more information While using the Range Selection Mode Cruise Control and the Tow Haul Mode can be used Tow...

Page 311: ...operates while Cruise Control is engaged in Tow Haul Mode to assist in maintaining vehicle speed under loaded vehicle conditions It utilizes vehicle acceleration and deviation from desired speed to de...

Page 312: ...tor light will flash while shifting It will stay on when the shift is completed If for some reason the transfer case cannot make a requested shift it will return to the last chosen setting 2 m Two Whe...

Page 313: ...l See Parking Brake on page 9 51 N Neutral Shift the vehicle s transfer case to N Neutral only when towing the vehicle See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10 91 or Towing the Vehicle on page 10 91...

Page 314: ...bump when shifting between Four Wheel Drive Low and Four Wheel Drive High ranges or from N Neutral while the engine is running If the knob is turned to the Four Wheel Drive Low position when the vehic...

Page 315: ...arking brake and apply the regular brake pedal See Parking Brake on page 9 51 for more information 3 Start the vehicle or turn the ignition to ON RUN 4 Put the transmission in N Neutral 5 Shift the tr...

Page 316: ...ransfer case to enter the shift protection mode This will protect the transfer case from possible damage and will only allow the transfer case to respond to one shift per 10 seconds The transfer case...

Page 317: ...Two Wheel Drive High This setting is used for driving in most street and highway situations The front axle is not engaged in two wheel drive This setting also provides the best fuel economy AUTO Auto...

Page 318: ...Brake System ABS This vehicle has the Antilock Brake System ABS an advanced electronic braking system that helps prevent a braking skid When the engine is started and the vehicle begins to drive away...

Page 319: ...parking brake by holding the regular brake pedal down then pushing down the parking brake pedal If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on See Brake System Warning Light on pag...

Page 320: ...computer senses a discrepancy between the intended path and the direction the vehicle is actually traveling StabiliTrak selectively applies braking pressure at any one of the vehicle s brakes to assis...

Page 321: ...m TCS or StabiliTrak system is turned off the StabiliTrak light and the appropriate TCS off or StabiliTrak off message will be displayed on the DIC to warn the driver The vehicle will still have brake...

Page 322: ...ssages are displayed the transfer case could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Reduce engine power and do not spin the wheel s excessively while these lights and mess...

Page 323: ...Tow Haul Mode under Trailer Towing on page 9 75 for more information Automatic Level Control The automatic level control rear suspension is available on light duty vehicles and comes as a part of the...

Page 324: ...m begins to limit wheel spin cruise control will automatically disengage See StabiliTrak System on page 9 52 When road conditions allow the cruise control to be safely used again it can be turned back...

Page 325: ...le speed in small amounts press the RES button Each time this is done the vehicle goes about 1 6 km h 1 mph faster Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already act...

Page 326: ...less than 8 km h 5 mph and assists the driver with parking and avoiding objects while in R Reverse The sensors on the rear bumper are used to detect the distance to an object up to 2 5 m 8 ft behind...

Page 327: ...ght comes on and PARK ASSIST OFF displays on the Driver Information Center DIC to indicate that URPA is off see Object Detection System Messages on page 5 39 Notice If you use URPA while the tailgate...

Page 328: ...r the compression of air brakes on a very large truck Rear Vision Camera RVC This vehicle may have a Rear Vision Camera system Read this entire section before using it WARNING The Rear Vision Camera R...

Page 329: ...is now disabled To turn the rear vision camera system on again press and hold z until the left indicator light illuminates The rear vision camera system display is now enabled and the display will ap...

Page 330: ...the Screen To adjust the brightness and contrast of the screen press the MENU button while the rear vision camera image is on the display Any adjustments made will only affect the rear vision camera...

Page 331: ...button The screen button will be highlighted when on Rear Vision Camera Error Messages Service Rear Vision Camera System This message can display when the system is not receiving information it requi...

Page 332: ...ccident the position and mounting angle of the camera can change or the camera can be affected Be sure to have the camera and its position and mounting angle checked at your dealer The rear vision cam...

Page 333: ...ehicle To help keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance we recommend the use of gasoline advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Look for the TOP TIER label on the fuel pump to...

Page 334: ...s not available in states adopting California Emissions Standards the vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance might be affec...

Page 335: ...asolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier However E85 85 ethanol and other fuels containing more than 10 ethanol must not be used in vehicles that were not designed for those f...

Page 336: ...uld be because the E85 fuel is not properly formulated for your climate If this happens switching to gasoline or adding gasoline to the fuel tank can improve starting For good starting and heater effi...

Page 337: ...door on the driver side of the vehicle If the vehicle has E85 fuel capability the fuel cap will be yellow and state that E85 or gasoline can be used See Fuel E85 85 Ethanol on page 9 67 To remove the...

Page 338: ...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 Notice If a new fuel cap is needed be sure to get...

Page 339: ...e and trailer weights see Trailer Towing For information on equipment to tow a trailer see Towing Equipment For information on towing a disabled vehicle see Towing the Vehicle on page 10 91 For inform...

Page 340: ...te trunk hatch or rear most window is open Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death To maximize safety when towing a trail...

Page 341: ...move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns Notice Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trai...

Page 342: ...al but do not shift into P Park yet Turn the wheels into the curb if facing downhill or into traffic if facing uphill 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are i...

Page 343: ...New Vehicle Break In on page 9 29 for more information WARNING The driver can lose control when pulling a trailer if the correct equipment is not used or the vehicle is not driven properly For example...

Page 344: ...e and how much the vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important It can depend on any special equipment on the vehicle and the amount of tongue weight the vehicle can carry See Weight of the Tra...

Page 345: ...quipment and conversions The GCWR for the vehicle should not be exceeded Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice or write us at our Customer Assistance Offices See Customer Assistance Off...

Page 346: ...e effect of trailer tongue weight on the rear axle Trailering may be limited by the vehicle s ability to carry tongue weight Tongue or kingpin weight cannot cause the vehicle to exceed the GVWR Gross...

Page 347: ...rs can be towed with a weight carrying hitch which simply features a coupler latched to the hitch ball Larger trailers may require a weight distributing hitch that uses spring bars to distribute the t...

Page 348: ...s leave just enough slack so the combination can turn Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes A loaded trailer that weighs more than 900 kg 2 000 lbs needs to have its own brake...

Page 349: ...g Provisions These wiring provisions are included with the vehicle as part of the trailer wiring package These provisions are for an electric brake controller The instrument panel contains blunt cut w...

Page 350: ...in busy parking lots where improved low speed control of the vehicle is desired Operating the vehicle in Tow Haul when lightly loaded or with no trailer at all will not cause damage However there is n...

Page 351: ...Connecting a trailer that is not compatible with the ITBC system may result in reduced or complete loss of trailer braking There may be an increase in stopping distance or trailer instability which co...

Page 352: ...Gain setting power output to the electric trailer brakes trailer connection and system operational status The Trailer Brake Display Page can be displayed by performing any of the following actions Scr...

Page 353: ...ur No trailer is connected A trailer without electric brakes is connected no DIC message is displayed A trailer with electric brakes has become disconnected a CHECK TRAILER WIRING message will also be...

Page 354: ...to a trailer equipped with electric brakes A TRAILER CONNECTED message will be briefly displayed on the DIC display The Trailer Brake Display Page will appear on the DIC showing TRAILER GAIN and TRAIL...

Page 355: ...y turn off in about 30 seconds This message will also turn off if the driver acknowledges this message off or if the trailer harness is re connected If the disconnect occurs while the vehicle is movin...

Page 356: ...ler needs service An authorized GM dealer may be able to diagnose and repair problems with the trailer However any diagnosis and repair of the trailer is not covered under the vehicle warranty Please...

Page 357: ...le 10 31 Rear Axle 10 31 Starter Switch Check 10 33 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 33 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 34 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 34 Wi...

Page 358: ...Recreational Vehicle Towing 10 91 Appearance Care Exterior Care 10 96 Interior Care 10 100 Floor Mats 10 103 General Information For service and parts needs visit your dealer You will receive genuine...

Page 359: ...s like antilock brakes traction control and stability control These accessories or modifications could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components...

Page 360: ...English fasteners can be easily confused If the wrong fasteners are used parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If doing some of your own service work use the proper service manual It te...

Page 361: ...of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release near the center of the grille 3 Push the secondary hood release to the right 4 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps a...

Page 362: ...Black plate 6 1 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual 2011 10 6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 5 3 L V8 Engine I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 363: ...under Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 13 G Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 10 8 H Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil under Engine O...

Page 364: ...f engine oil properly See What to Do with Used Oil in this section Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill In order to get an accurate reading the vehicle...

Page 365: ...e 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...

Page 366: ...approved to the dexos specification ask your service provider Use of Substitute Engine Oils if dexos is unavailable In the event that dexos approved engine oil is not available at an oil change or fo...

Page 367: ...the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before dispo...

Page 368: ...life to 100 after every oil change It will not reset itself To reset the system on most vehicles 1 Display the OIL LIFE REMAINING on the DIC If the vehicle does not have DIC buttons the vehicle must...

Page 369: ...Be sure to use the transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 7 How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage the transmission...

Page 370: ...ission dipstick at the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for more information 2 Flip the handle up and then pull out the...

Page 371: ...handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 3 Install the dipstick by pushing it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 4 Check...

Page 372: ...cheduled maintenance intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each 80 000 km 50 000 mi interval See Scheduled Maintenance on page 11 3 for more information If driving on dusty dirty cond...

Page 373: ...should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible 4 Clean the engine air cleaner filter sealing surfaces and the housing 5 Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 6 Reinstall the cover...

Page 374: ...all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL can cause premature engine heater core or...

Page 375: ...ngine temperature Protects against rust and corrosion Will not damage aluminum parts Helps keep the proper engine temperature Notice If an improper coolant mixture is used the engine could overheat an...

Page 376: ...ger side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for more information on location The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark If it is not the vehicle may have a lea...

Page 377: ...nk pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap If no coolant is visible in the surge tank add coolant as follows 1 Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system...

Page 378: ...Overheating The vehicle has several indicators to warn of engine overheating There is a coolant temperature gauge on your vehicle s instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge on page 5 14 I...

Page 379: ...n an emergency 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 ste...

Page 380: ...le If the temperature overheat gauge is no longer in the overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer displays the vehicle can be driven Continue to drive the vehicle slowly for about 10 minutes Kee...

Page 381: ...hat the cooling system is functioning properly The fans change to low speed when additional cooling is no longer required Power Steering Fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for reservoi...

Page 382: ...e is displayed for 15 seconds at the start of each ignition cycle When the WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID message displays washer fluid will need to be added to the windshield washer fluid reservoir Open...

Page 383: ...ts in the proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the...

Page 384: ...ell 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 brak...

Page 385: ...cap and the area around the cap before removing it This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir WARNING With the wrong kind of fluid in the brake hydraulic system the brakes might not work well T...

Page 386: ...ING Continued page 10 86 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Infrequent Usage Remove the black negative cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down Extended Stor...

Page 387: ...old add enough lubricant to raise the level from 0 mm 0 in to 3 2 mm 1 8 in below the fill plug hole When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to t...

Page 388: ...wer fluid level than a vehicle that has been stationary for an hour or two Remember that the rear axle assembly must be supported to get a true reading How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate readin...

Page 389: ...hicle starts in any other position contact your dealer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check WARNING When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly I...

Page 390: ...ould be damaged Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with...

Page 391: ...the proper type and size see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 11 9 Glass Replacement If the windshield or front side glass must be replaced see your dealer to determine the correct replacement gl...

Page 392: ...r seat Have the tires properly inflated Have the spare tire in its proper location in the vehicle Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle s low beam headlamps The high beam headlamps will be correctl...

Page 393: ...surface 7 Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws which are under the hood near each headlamp assembly The adjustment screw can be turned with an E8 Torx socket 8 Turn the vertical aiming screw un...

Page 394: ...others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Taillamps Turn Signal Sidemarker Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps A Stoplamp Turn Signal Taillamp B Back up Lamp C St...

Page 395: ...e up the pins with the vehicle License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs 1 Reach under the rear bumper for the bulb socket Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull the bulb socket out of...

Page 396: ...If there is a problem on the road and a fuse needs to be replaced the same amperage fuse can be borrowed Choose some feature of the vehicle that is not needed to use and replace it as soon as possible...

Page 397: ...with a new one of the identical size and rating Fuses of the same amperage can be temporarily borrowed from another fuse location if a fuse goes out Replace the fuse as soon as you can Engine Compartm...

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Page 399: ...s Fuses Usage 9 Antilock Brakes System 2 10 Trailer Back up Lamps 11 Driver Side Low Beam Headlamp 12 Engine Control Module Battery 13 Fuel Injectors Ignition Coils Right Side 14 Transmission Control...

Page 400: ...EO B2 Upfitter Usage Battery 38 Electric Adjustable Pedals 39 Climate Controls Battery 40 Airbag System Ignition 41 Amplifier 42 Audio System 43 Miscellaneous Ignition Cruise Control 44 Liftgate Relea...

Page 401: ...nter 1 65 Electric Running Boards 66 Heated Windshield Washer System 67 Transfer Case 68 Stud 1 Trailer Connector Battery Power 69 Mid Bussed Electrical Center 1 70 Climate Control Blower 71 Power Lif...

Page 402: ...driver side edge of the instrument panel Pull off the cover to access the fuse block The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Fuses Usage 1 Rear Seats 2 Rear Acc...

Page 403: ...Body Control Module BCM 16 Accessory Power Outlets 17 Interior Lamps 18 Power Door Lock 1 Unlock Feature 19 Rear Seat Entertainment 20 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist Power Liftgate 21 Power Door Lock...

Page 404: ...rness Connector 2 BODY 1 Body Harness Connector 1 BODY 3 Body Harness Connector 3 HEADLINER 3 Headliner Harness Connector 3 HEADLINER 2 Headliner Harness Connector 2 HEADLINER 1 Headliner Harness Conn...

Page 405: ...d be checked when the tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when hitting a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn or o...

Page 406: ...ll The examples show a typical passenger and light truck tire sidewall Passenger P Metric Tire A Tire Size The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire s...

Page 407: ...the maximum pressure needed to support that load For information on recommended tire pressure see Tire Pressure on page 10 56 and Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 23 Light Truck LT Metric Tire A Tire Si...

Page 408: ...ressure on page 10 56 and Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 23 Tire Designations Tire Size The examples show a typical passenger vehicle and light truck tire size Passenger P Metric Tire A Passenger P Met...

Page 409: ...if the tire size aspect ratio is 75 as shown in item C of the light truck LT Metric tire illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 75 percent as high as it is wide D Construction Code A...

Page 410: ...on page 10 56 Curb Weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant but without passengers and cargo DOT Markings A code...

Page 411: ...es 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 deeper than the same m...

Page 412: ...The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 68 kg 150 lbs plus the rated cargo load See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 23 Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire Load on an individual tire due t...

Page 413: ...t forget the spare tire if the vehicle has one SeeFull Size Spare Tire on page 10 86 for additional information How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gauge to check tire pressure Proper tire inf...

Page 414: ...so reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver...

Page 415: ...ressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 23 A message to check the pressure in a specific tire displays in the Driver Information Center DIC The low ti...

Page 416: ...each ignition cycle until the problem is corrected Some of the conditions that can cause these to come on are One of the road tires has been replaced with the spare tire The spare tire does not have a...

Page 417: ...e two minutes to match the first tire wheel position and five minutes overall to match all four tire wheel positions If it takes longer the matching process stops and must be restarted The TPMS sensor...

Page 418: ...bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Tire Rotation Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km 7 500 miles...

Page 419: ...t from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off...

Page 420: ...tires for the vehicle The original equipment tires installed on the vehicle when it was new were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec system rating If you n...

Page 421: ...rall diameter as the vehicle s road tires and wheels so it is all right to drive on it Because this spare was developed for use on the vehicle it will not affect vehicle handling WARNING Using bias pl...

Page 422: ...and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected This increases the chance of a crash and serious injury Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for the vehicle and have...

Page 423: ...ions in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the ti...

Page 424: ...ny wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it Some aluminum wheels...

Page 425: ...ce only if its manufacturer recommends it for the vehicle s tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To avoid vehicle damage drive slow and readjust or remove...

Page 426: ...ut you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible WARNING Driving on a flat tire will cause permanent damage to the tire Re inflating a tire after it has been driven on while...

Page 427: ...ase position 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...

Page 428: ...jack cover off A Wheel Blocks B Jack Knob C Wing Nut D Retaining Hook E Jack F Mounting Bracket 2 Release the jack E from the mounting bracket F by turning the jack knob B on the jack counterclockwis...

Page 429: ...e all of the tools you will need to lower the spare tire and change a flat To access the spare tire A Spare Tire Valve Stem Pointed Down B Hoist Assembly C Hoist Cable D Tire Wheel Retainer E Hoist Sh...

Page 430: ...shaft E The ribbed square end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire Do not use the chiseled end of the wheel wrench 5 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the...

Page 431: ...tire with slack in the cable to access the tire wheel retainer D Separate the retainer from the guide pin by sliding the retainer up the pin while pressing down on the latch When the retainer is sepa...

Page 432: ...Do a safety check before proceeding See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 70 for more information 2 To remove the center cap place the chiseled end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently...

Page 433: ...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...

Page 434: ...vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to clear the ground Rear Position Rear Tire Flat If the flat tire is on a rear tire of the vehicle use t...

Page 435: ...the rust or dirt off See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 70 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 8 Install the spare tire WARNING Never use oil or grease on...

Page 436: ...e wheel nut torque specification 12 Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise When you reinstall the regular wheel and tire you must also reinstal...

Page 437: ...sion Tool G Hoist Shaft Access Hole H Wheel Wrench I Jack Handle Extension s J Spare Tire Lock 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear...

Page 438: ...ly seated across the underside of the wheel and is centered in the wheel opening 6 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two cl...

Page 439: ...vehicle For the secondary latch to work the spare must be installed with the valve stem pointing down See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools under Tire Changing on page 10 72 WARNING Before begin...

Page 440: ...on page 10 72 5 If the spare does not lower turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 15 cm 6 in of cable is exposed 6 Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest ends with the backs facing ea...

Page 441: ...side of you as you pull the jack out from under the spare 13 Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and carefully remove the jack Use one hand to push against the spare while firmly pulling the jack...

Page 442: ...s all right to drive on it If your vehicle has four wheel drive and the different size spare tire is installed keep the vehicle in two wheel drive After installing the spare tire on your vehicle you s...

Page 443: ...rk or a manual transmission in Neutral before setting the parking brake If the vehicle has a transfer case with a N Neutral position be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in N Neutral Notic...

Page 444: ...de People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in you...

Page 445: ...Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Do not let the other end touch metal Connect it to...

Page 446: ...other metal Jumper Cable Removal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative Terminal B Good Battery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Term...

Page 447: ...hicle such as behind a motorhome The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing and dolly towing Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the gr...

Page 448: ...ot be towed with all four wheels on the ground Two wheel drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed Four wheel drive vehicles with a single speed automatic trans...

Page 449: ...heel Drive Vehicles and Four Wheel Drive Vehicles with a Single Speed Automatic Transfer Case Notice If a two wheel drive vehicle or a four wheel drive vehicle with a single speed automatic transfer c...

Page 450: ...rive vehicle s transfer case into N Neutral can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P Park The driver or others could be injured Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before t...

Page 451: ...6 Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position 7 For four wheel drive vehicles with a single speed automatic transfer case...

Page 452: ...ants on page 11 7 Washing the Vehicle The best way to preserve the vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often Notice Certain cleaners contain chemicals that can damage the emblems or nam...

Page 453: ...amage it Use only non abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish on the vehicle Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road...

Page 454: ...ed after driving on roads that have been sprayed with magnesium calcium or sodium chloride These chlorides are used on roads for conditions such as ice and dust Always wash the vehicle s chrome with s...

Page 455: ...placed to restore corrosion protection Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the vehicle warranty Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or d...

Page 456: ...out condition within 12 months or 20 000 km 12 000 mi of purchase whichever occurs first Interior Care The interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often Dust and dirt can accumulate o...

Page 457: ...or liquid cleaners about 20 drops per 3 78 L 1 gal of water is a good guide Do not heavily saturate the upholstery while cleaning Cleaners that contain solvents can damage the interior Fabric Carpet U...

Page 458: ...r cleaning performance when used regularly on finished automotive leathers Allow the leather to dry naturally Do not use heat steam spot lifters or spot removers or shoe polish on leather Many commerc...

Page 459: ...lean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Floor Mats WARNING If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not properly installed it can interfere with the accelerator pedal and or brake pedal...

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Page 461: ...ce in this section We recommend having your dealer perform these services Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep the vehicle in good working condition improves fuel economy and reduces vehicle emiss...

Page 462: ...ailable Your dealer has specially trained service technicians uses genuine replacement parts as well as up to date tools and equipment to ensure fast and accurate diagnostics The proper replacement pa...

Page 463: ...er the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 10 11 Every Engine Oil Change Change engine oil and filter Reset oil life system See Engine Oil on page 10 8 and Engine Oil Life System on page...

Page 464: ...d Lubricants on page 11 7 More frequent lubrication may be required when the vehicle is exposed to a corrosive environment Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth makes them last...

Page 465: ...ange After Every 80 000 km 50 000 Miles Engine air cleaner filter replacement See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 10 16 Automatic transmission fluid change severe service for vehicle mainly driven i...

Page 466: ...ransmission Fluid on page 10 13 Four wheel drive only Transfer case fluid change normal service Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation Check to be sure vent hose is unobstr...

Page 467: ...of the proper viscosity grade See Engine Oil on page 10 8 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 18 Hydraulic Brake System D...

Page 468: ...el Drive with Auto Trans Spline Lubricant Special Lubricant GM Part No 12345879 in Canada 10953511 Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Outer Tailgate H...

Page 469: ...ation can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter Standard Filter 15908916 A3086C High Capacity Filter 15908915 A3085C Oil Filter 89017524 PF48 S...

Page 470: ...s 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 Mainten...

Page 471: ...Black plate 11 1 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual 2011 Service and Maintenance 11 11 Maintenance Record cont Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 472: ...Black plate 12 1 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual 2011 11 12 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record cont Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 473: ...de 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 c...

Page 474: ...ioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 15 9 L 16 8 qt Engine Oil with Filter 5 7 L 6 0 qt Fuel Tan...

Page 475: ...ications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 5 3L V8 FlexFuel with Active Fuel Management Iron LMG 0 Automatic 1 02 mm 0 040 in 5 3L V8 FlexFuel with Active Fuel Management Aluminum LC9 3 Auto...

Page 476: ...Black plate 4 1 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual 2011 12 4 Technical Data 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 477: ...nadian Government 13 17 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 13 17 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 17 Event Data Recorders 13 18 OnStar 13 19 Navigation...

Page 478: ...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...

Page 479: ...plaint to the final decision should be completed in about 70 days We believe our impartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge F...

Page 480: ...ice agent service manager dealer sales agent or sales manager depending on your case Make sure that they have all necessary information They are interested in your continual satisfaction STEP TWO If y...

Page 481: ...e Devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 243 8872 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish From U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer...

Page 482: ...29 0811 From Other Mexico Locations 01 800 466 0811 United States and Canada 1 866 466 8190 Costa Rica 00 800 052 1005 Guatemala 1 800 999 5252 Panama 00 800 052 0001 Dominican Republic 1 888 751 5301...

Page 483: ...ages mds helpcenter faq do FAQ Contact Us My GM Canada www gm ca My GM Canada is a password protected section of www gm ca where you can save information on GM vehicles get personalized offers and use...

Page 484: ...also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program U S and Canada For U S purchased vehicles call 1 800 243 8872 Text Teleph...

Page 485: ...ice station Lock Out Service Service to unlock the vehicle if you are locked out A remote unlock may be available if you have OnStar For security reasons the driver must present identification before...

Page 486: ...been received the Roadside Assistance advisor will help to make arrangements and explain how to receive payment Alternative Service If assistance cannot be provided right away the Roadside Assistance...

Page 487: ...t program for vehicles with the 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 Transportatio...

Page 488: ...ht warranty repair Rental reimbursement will be limited and must be supported by original receipts This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state provincial local and renta...

Page 489: ...recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle A recycled original equipment GM part may be an acceptable choice to maintain the vehicle s originally designed appearance and safety performance ho...

Page 490: ...replacement parts Read the lease carefully as you may be charged at the end of the lease for poor quality repairs If a Crash Occurs If there has been an injury call emergency services for help Do not...

Page 491: ...ny 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...

Page 492: ...States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administratio...

Page 493: ...or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre Mail Code CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy This GM vehicle has a nu...

Page 494: ...uation occurs no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location is recorded However other parties such as law enforcement could...

Page 495: ...vehicles for functions such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system security as well as in connection with conveniences such as key fobs for remote door locking unlocking and starting and in v...

Page 496: ...Black plate 20 1 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual 2011 13 20 Customer Information 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Page 497: ...assenger Status Indicator 5 17 Readiness Light 5 16 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 40 System Check 3 28 Alarm System Anti Theft 2 17 AM FM Radio 7 7 Antenna Satellite Radio 7 13 Anti Theft Alarm...

Page 498: ...Backup Lamps 10 38 Buying New Tires 10 64 C Calibration 5 6 California Fuel Requirements 9 66 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 10 3 Warning 10 2 Camera Rear Vision 9 60 Canadian Vehicle Owners iii C...

Page 499: ...ephone TTY Users 13 6 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 13 15 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 13 1 13 3 D Damage Repair Collision 13 13 Danger Warnings and Cautions iv Dat...

Page 500: ...Pressure Gauge 5 13 Overheated Protection Operating Mode 10 24 Overheating 10 22 Power Messages 5 38 Pressure Light 5 24 Running While Parked 9 38 Starting 9 32 Engine Oil Life System 10 11 Messages...

Page 501: ...Panel Fuse Block 10 46 G Garage Door Opener 5 53 Programming 5 53 Gasoline Specifications 9 66 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature 5 14 Engine Oil Pressure 5 13 Fuel 5 12 Odometer 5 12 Speedometer 5 12...

Page 502: ...Dome 6 7 Exterior Cargo 6 6 Exterior Controls 6 1 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder 6 3 License Plate 10 39 Malfunction Indicator 5 19 Reading 6 7 Lap Belt 3 25 Lap Shoulder Belt 3 21 LATCH System Replacing...

Page 503: ...1 Anti Theft Alarm System 5 41 Battery Voltage and Charging 5 35 Brake System 5 35 Door Ajar 5 36 Engine Cooling System 5 37 Engine Oil 5 38 Engine Power 5 38 Fuel System 5 39 Key and Lock 5 39 Lamp 5...

Page 504: ...gs That Burn 9 36 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 5 17 Passenger Sensing System 3 35 Perchlorate Materials Requirements California 10 3 Personalization Vehicle 5 44 Phone Bluetooth 7 46 Power Door L...

Page 505: ...ety Belt System Parts After a Crash 3 27 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 13 17 General Motors 13 17 U S Government 13 16 Restraints Where to Put 3 49 Retained Accessory Power RAP 9 34 Rid...

Page 506: ...cheduling Appointments 13 11 Servicing the Airbag 3 40 Shift Lock Control Function Check Automatic Transmission 10 33 Shifting Into Park 9 34 Out of Park 9 35 Sidemarker Bulb Replacement 10 38 Signals...

Page 507: ...tions 10 53 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 66 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 68 Wheel Replacement 10 68 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 63 Top Box Storage 4 2 Tow Haul Mode 9 42 Tow Haul Mode L...

Page 508: ...cation Label 12 1 Ventilation Air 8 10 Visors 2 25 Voltmeter Gauge 5 15 W Warning Brake System Light 5 21 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 10 Warnings iv Cautions and Danger iv Hazard Flashers 6...

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