Chevrolet Chevrolet Avalanche Owner'S Manual Download Page 1

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Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1

Front Seats

............................................... 1-2

Rear Seats

............................................... 1-7

Safety Belts

.............................................. 1-9

Child Restraints

....................................... 1-29

Airbag System

......................................... 1-50

Restraint System Check

............................ 1-65

Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1

Keys

........................................................ 2-3

Doors and Locks

....................................... 2-8

Windows

................................................. 2-22

Theft-Deterrent Systems

............................ 2-24

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

........... 2-26

Mirrors

.................................................... 2-43

OnStar

System

...................................... 2-51

HomeLink

Wireless Control System

........... 2-53

Storage Areas

......................................... 2-57

Sunroof

.................................................. 2-81

Vehicle Personalization

............................. 2-82

Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1

Instrument Panel Overview

.......................... 3-4

Climate Controls

...................................... 3-20

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

........ 3-29

Driver Information Center (DIC)

.................. 3-45

Audio System(s)

....................................... 3-64

Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

..... 4-2

Towing

................................................... 4-58

Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1

Service

..................................................... 5-3

Fuel

......................................................... 5-5

Checking Things Under the Hood

............... 5-10

Rear Axle

............................................... 5-47

Four-Wheel Drive

..................................... 5-48

Front Axle

............................................... 5-49

Bulb Replacement

.................................... 5-50

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

......... 5-58

Tires

...................................................... 5-59

Appearance Care

..................................... 5-94

Vehicle Identification

............................... 5-103

Electrical System

.................................... 5-103

Capacities and Specifications

................... 5-112

Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1

Maintenance Schedule

................................ 6-2

Customer Assistance and Information .............. 7-1

Customer Assistance and Information

........... 7-2

Reporting Safety Defects

........................... 7-10

Index ................................................................ 1

2005 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual

Summary of Contents for Chevrolet Avalanche

Page 1: ...ights Gages and Indicators 3 29 Driver Information Center DIC 3 45 Audio System s 3 64 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 58 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 S...

Page 2: ...anual in the vehicle Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people...

Page 3: ...ON These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these...

Page 4: ...warning labels on the vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text de...

Page 5: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle v...

Page 6: ...NOTES vi...

Page 7: ...here to Put the Restraint 1 38 Top Strap 1 40 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 41 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 42 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1...

Page 8: ...at the front of the seat Lift the lever to unlock the seat and use your body to slide the seat to where you want it Release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure that the sea...

Page 9: ...This adjusts the angle of the seatback For more information on the reclining seatbacks see Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 5 Your vehicle may have a memory function which allows seat settings to be sav...

Page 10: ...hes the desired level of support To decrease support in the wing area of the lower seatback press and hold the bottom of the control Let go of the control when the lower seatback reaches the desired l...

Page 11: ...ck symbol An indicator light on the seatback button will glow to designate that only the seatback is being heated Additional presses of the seatback button will cycle through the heat levels for the s...

Page 12: ...s The shoulder belt cannot do its job In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt...

Page 13: ...Seats Rear Seat Operation The rear seat is a 60 40 split rear seat that can be folded to give you more cargo space and access to the folding midgate See Midgate on page 2 11 for more information on o...

Page 14: ...he seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked CAUTION A sa...

Page 15: ...check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are mor...

Page 16: ...uckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling u...

Page 17: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 1 11...

Page 18: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 12...

Page 19: ...pside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safet...

Page 20: ...is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding...

Page 21: ...d of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And...

Page 22: ...o loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury...

Page 23: ...n be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause se...

Page 24: ...red if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and...

Page 25: ...riously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much...

Page 26: ...cross the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can w...

Page 27: ...women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as po...

Page 28: ...all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature which may turn off the passenger s frontal airbag If this happens unintentionally just let the belt go back all the way and start again...

Page 29: ...e is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Rear Seat Passengers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show tha...

Page 30: ...latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt...

Page 31: ...at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces...

Page 32: ...ort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for eac...

Page 33: ...2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The guide must be on top of the belt 1 27...

Page 34: ...together so that you can take them out of the guides Attach the guide onto the storage clip Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety b...

Page 35: ...nd get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It sho...

Page 36: ...in a rear seat outside position move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that...

Page 37: ...hild s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the...

Page 38: ...es not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb...

Page 39: ...or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is desig...

Page 40: ...will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a part...

Page 41: ...child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured...

Page 42: ...f the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body wit...

Page 43: ...restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on child...

Page 44: ...ortant so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in th...

Page 45: ...seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat CAUTION A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badl...

Page 46: ...not use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whe...

Page 47: ...ge to your vehicle attach only one child restraint per bracket Once you have the top strap anchored you will be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child r...

Page 48: ...Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System Your vehicle has the LATCH system There are anchors for the center and right side passenger second row seating positions This system designed to ma...

Page 49: ...where the seatback meets the seat cushion CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the c...

Page 50: ...re it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top tether from the top tether anchorage and then disconnect the LATCH attachments from the LATCH anchorages Securing a Child Restraint...

Page 51: ...elt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set...

Page 52: ...Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position Do not use child restraints in this position The restraints will not work properly Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Posit...

Page 53: ...n though it is turned off General Motors recommends that rear facing child restraints be secured in the rear seat even if the airbag is off If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in th...

Page 54: ...securing the child restraint in this seat See Power Seats on page 1 2 or Manual Passenger Seat on page 1 2 When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag t...

Page 55: ...tion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as yo...

Page 56: ...If this happens adjust the head restraint If the on indicator is still lit secure the child in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle and check with your dealer To remove the child...

Page 57: ...nger are designed to deploy only in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued rollover rear or low speed frontal crash...

Page 58: ...aining control of the vehicle Front occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or kil...

Page 59: ...rbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 31 for more information Where Are...

Page 60: ...ht front passenger s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side If your vehicle has one the driver s side impact airbag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the do...

Page 61: ...irbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occ...

Page 62: ...reshold level for the reduced deployment is about 10 to 16 mph 16 to 25 km h and the threshold level for a full deployment is about 20 to 30 mph 32 to 48 km h The threshold level can vary however with...

Page 63: ...the vehicle slows down in frontal and near frontal impacts For side impact airbags inflation is determined by the location and severity of the impact The airbag system is designed to work properly un...

Page 64: ...ement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s frontal airbags and only in moderate to severe side collisions...

Page 65: ...m will not be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts Yo...

Page 66: ...ing system will turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag under certain conditions The driver s airbag and the side airbags are not part of the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing...

Page 67: ...m is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag if the right front passenger seat is unoccupied the system determines that an infant is present in a rear facing infant seat the sy...

Page 68: ...ag to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is active For some children who have outgrown child restraints and for very small adults the passenger sensing s...

Page 69: ...cluding important safety information Aftermarket equipment such as seat covers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates You may want to consider not using seat covers or other afterma...

Page 70: ...f the airbag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Adding Equipm...

Page 71: ...dure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckl...

Page 72: ...er a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during...

Page 73: ...g the Engine 2 28 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 2 29 Engine Coolant Heater 2 30 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 31 Tow Haul Mode 2 33 Four Wheel Drive 2 34 Parking Brake 2 38 Shifting Into Pa...

Page 74: ...nter Overhead Console 2 57 Front Armrest Storage Area 2 57 Center Console Storage Area 2 58 Luggage Carrier 2 58 Rear Storage Area 2 59 Cargo Cover Panels 2 59 All Weather Cargo Area 2 70 Top Box Stor...

Page 75: ...the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not...

Page 76: ...ates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two c...

Page 77: ...cessary See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 5 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry Syste...

Page 78: ...tolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your ve...

Page 79: ...ation 5 Check the operation of the transmitter Resynchronization Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system The transmitter does not send the same signal twice t...

Page 80: ...ldren who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever...

Page 81: ...a door or the liftgate is open the delayed locking feature will delay locking the doors until five seconds after the last door is closed You will hear three chimes to signal that the delayed locking f...

Page 82: ...doors so they can t be opened from the inside by passengers This feature is located on the inside edge of the rear doors To use the locks do the following 1 Open one of the rear doors 2 Move the lever...

Page 83: ...st drive with the cargo covers on and the tailgate and midgate open CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body a...

Page 84: ...e always be sure that it is stored securely in the midgate storage pocket Do not remove the rear glass when the rear defroster is on If you remove the rear glass with the rear defroster on you may see...

Page 85: ...Once unlatched the glass catch release button C will catch the rear glass and prevent it from falling forward 3 While holding the rear glass in place press the glass catch release button C and pull th...

Page 86: ...handles to assist you in removing the rear glass 5 Load the rear glass into the storage pocket in the midgate guiding the lower edge of the rear glass behind the three rear glass retaining tabs E Hold...

Page 87: ...ck knob to engage more easily Once both glass lock knobs are in the locked position the rear glass is securely stored 7 Push both latch levers up to the locked position You should hear a click when ea...

Page 88: ...r glass to unlatch 2 Hold the rear glass in place with one hand and turn the glass lock knobs located at both top corners of the glass storage pocket to the unlocked position 3 Pull the rear glass out...

Page 89: ...d pressure and then push the rear glass flat against the window frame Use the grab handles at the top of the rear glass to assist you 6 Push the rear glass flat against the window frame and push each...

Page 90: ...red in the rear glass storage pocket To lower the midgate do the following 1 Fold the rear seats The front seats might have to be moved forward slightly to allow the rear seats to fold See Rear Seat O...

Page 91: ...3 Lower the midgate until it is flat Lowering the Midgate with the Rear Glass in the Storage Pocket Rear Glass Stored in Glass Storage Pocket 2 19...

Page 92: ...rn the midgate to its normal position raise the midgate up with a firm swinging motion until it latches into place securely This will help to ensure that the midgate closes with enough force to engage...

Page 93: ...o the following 1 Hold the tailgate up slightly raised 2 Release the retaining cable clip by lifting the cable so it is level with the ground and then push the cable clip toward the vehicle 3 Raise th...

Page 94: ...e with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a ve...

Page 95: ...s down fully on the window switch then release to activate the express down mode This mode can be canceled at any time by pulling up on the switch To open the window partway press the switch to the fi...

Page 96: ...d go off after about 30 seconds The alarm is not armed until the security light goes off If the delayed locking feature is turned on the theft deterrent system will not start the arming process until...

Page 97: ...e vehicle lower the driver s window and open the driver s door 2 Activate the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch while the door is open or with the remote keyless entry transm...

Page 98: ...asslock system is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time You may also want to check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on...

Page 99: ...If none of this works then your vehicle needs service B ACCESSORY This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off Notice Lengthy operation of features...

Page 100: ...e speed will go down as your engine gets warm Notice Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will disengage the starter motor cause your battery to be drained much sooner and ad...

Page 101: ...rical equipment check with your dealer If you do not your engine might not perform properly Any resulting damage would not be covered by your vehicle s warranty Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal If...

Page 102: ...e compartment near the power steering fluid reservoir 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the w...

Page 103: ...irmly set Your vehicle can roll CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move sud...

Page 104: ...with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Be sure the engine is not running at high speed when shifting your vehicle DRIVE D T...

Page 105: ...e vehicle is going slowly enough Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission If you are stuck do not spin the t...

Page 106: ...tomatically when you shift the transfer case Some delay for the axle to lock or unlock is normal For four wheel drive vehicles with StabiliTrak see StabiliTrak System on page 4 10 Use these buttons to...

Page 107: ...e 2 38 NEUTRAL N Shift the vehicle s transfer case to NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 58 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 58 for more information Indica...

Page 108: ...hen your vehicle is in gear and or moving the Four Wheel Low indicator light will flash for 30 seconds and not complete the shift unless your vehicle is moving less than 3 mph 5 km h and the transmiss...

Page 109: ...ssion to REVERSE R for one second then shift the transmission to DRIVE D for one second 8 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY which will turn the engine off 9 Place the transmission shift lever in PARK P 1...

Page 110: ...pedal down Pull the bottom edge of the lever located above the parking brake pedal with the parking brake symbol to release the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released...

Page 111: ...RAL your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 6...

Page 112: ...hift lever into PARK P hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever was not...

Page 113: ...on Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still cannot shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to ACCESSORY There is no shift interlock in this...

Page 114: ...le Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running the Engine While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running But if you ever h...

Page 115: ...e the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL Always set your parking brake Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle will not move See Shifting Into Park P on page 2 39 If you are pulli...

Page 116: ...imming mirror function is turned on automatically each time the ignition is started To operate the automatic dimming mirror do the following 1 Make sure the green indicator light located to the left o...

Page 117: ...n The compass may need calibration if one of the following occurs After approximately five seconds the display does not show a compass heading N for North for example there may be a strong magnetic fi...

Page 118: ...either the TEMP or the COMP button Temperature Display The temperature can be displayed by pressing the TEMP button Pressing the TEMP button once briefly will toggle the temperature reading on and off...

Page 119: ...pass zone variance is set correctly In order to calibrate CAL must be displayed in the mirror compass windows If CAL is not displayed push in the COMP button for approximately eight seconds or until C...

Page 120: ...display the word ON or an airbag symbol in Canada when the passenger airbag is enabled See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 60 for more information Cleaning the Mirror Use a paper towel or similar...

Page 121: ...information Power Folding Mirrors To fold or unfold the mirrors move the selector switch located above the mirror control to the middle position The mirror control will illuminate Press the right or l...

Page 122: ...from the driver s seat It makes things in the mirror appear farther away than they really are Outside Heated Mirrors If the vehicle has heated mirrors the button to turn this function on or off is loc...

Page 123: ...ors to the desired position while the vehicle is in REVERSE R When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE R this new position is saved in memory as the tilt position This feature can be enabled disable...

Page 124: ...nal Calling As an OnStar subscriber the Personal Calling capability is an available hands free wireless phone that is integrated into the vehicle Calls can be placed nationwide using simple voice comm...

Page 125: ...ed universal transmitter and receiver provides a way to replace up to three hand held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators garage door openers entry door locks security systems...

Page 126: ...or use in other vehicles as well as for future HomeLink programming It is also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle the programmed HomeLink buttons should be erased for security purposes Refe...

Page 127: ...indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with Steps 6 through 8 following to complete the programming of a rolling code equipped device most commonly...

Page 128: ...en successfully accepted by HomeLink The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 4 under Programming HomeLink to complete Using HomeLink Press and hold the approp...

Page 129: ...to flash 2 Continue to hold both buttons until the HomeLink indicator light turns off 3 Release both buttons For questions or comments contact HomeLink at 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www home...

Page 130: ...de rails making sure to fasten it securely Don t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 4...

Page 131: ...seat passengers To open it pull up and then out on the tab located at the top center of the armrest and pull the armrest down Cargo Cover Panels CAUTION Improperly stored cargo cover panels could be t...

Page 132: ...mbossed on the upper center portion with the numbers 1 2 and 3 There are also numbered labels on the bottom of the panels The numbers on the top and bottom of the panels will be used as reference when...

Page 133: ...aside Remove as many cargo panels as needed 4 If cargo panel 1 needs to be removed There are latches on both sides that need to be released After you have removed each cargo panel store them within w...

Page 134: ...storage area by attaching the four clips on the storage bag to the tie down locations on either side of the storage area Always use the storage bag to store the cargo panels during driving Before stor...

Page 135: ...wing instructions for the proper storage sequence and location for each panel 2 Starting with cargo panel 1 load the cargo panel with latches at the top of the bag and facing away from you Panels 3 2...

Page 136: ...argo panel 2 by loading the cargo panel with latches down and facing toward you 4 Store cargo panel 3 by loading the cargo panel with latches at the top of the bag and facing toward you 5 Zip the bag...

Page 137: ...6 Tighten both straps on the bag by pulling on the free end of the straps 7 Close both top and bottom lever locks at the center of the bag to secure tightly 2 65...

Page 138: ...not in use or you can store it outside of the vehicle 2 Starting 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 th...

Page 139: ...e you can lock the right latch If you do not follow this exactly the cargo cover panels may not lock in place correctly 4 Install cargo cover 2 next Place the latches in the unlocked position Place th...

Page 140: ...cargo cover 3 next Place the latches in the unlocked position Place the cargo cover panel on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up Push the panel forward until it is snug...

Page 141: ...locks Cargo Tie Downs Cargo tie downs are located in the rear cargo area that can be used to secure cargo The tie downs can also used to secure the cargo cover panel storage bag or the tonneau cover...

Page 142: ...nels catch cups midgate drain cargo area floor drains and the rubber cargo mat Even when the water management system is working properly and the vehicle s cargo cover system is on water could still ac...

Page 143: ...leaning each part of the water management system Top Drain Grates Removal and Cleaning The top drain grates are located near the rear glass on both sides of the vehicle You may need to clean the grate...

Page 144: ...e down firmly The grate should clip into place Do not force the grate if it will not clip into place realign the clips with the holes and try again Side Rail Channels The side rail channels are locate...

Page 145: ...ng dirt wood chips pebbles etc you will need to flush the midgate drain with water But first you will have to remove the drain grate by using the following steps 1 Lower the midgate See Midgate on pag...

Page 146: ...rty lift up the edges of the cargo floor mat or take the whole mat out and flush the drains with water Top Box Storage Your vehicle is equipped with top box storage units on both side of the vehicle T...

Page 147: ...ould be injured If you remove the cover bows and rails always store them properly in the cargo area When you put them back always be sure that they are securely reattached Your vehicle may be equipped...

Page 148: ...the rear corner of the driver s side of the vehicle pull the loop F toward you and then pull up so the plastic lip E releases from the channel in the rear rail D and the side rail C 2 Pull the back of...

Page 149: ...plastic lip E will release from the siderails C as you roll the cover forward 4 Stow the cover using the buckles and the straps attached to the front rail You can also store the tonneau cover outside...

Page 150: ...rage bag do the following 1 Attach the bag to the cargo tie downs as shown Unzip the top of the storage bag 2 With the tonneau cover rolled up place it in the proper compartment in the bag and zip the...

Page 151: ...you will have a place ready to store the front and back rails and the two bows 1 Remove the rear rail by pulling it straight out from the side rails Set the rail aside 2 Remove the two bows by gently...

Page 152: ...r are secured in the bag properly zip the bag shut Reverse the procedure to reinstall the tonneau cover using the following suggestions When reinstalling the front rail start by holding the back edge...

Page 153: ...oof To open or close your sunroof the ignition needs to be on or RAP needs to be active See Retained Accessory Power under Ignition Positions on page 2 27 Press and release the rear side of the button...

Page 154: ...n which occurs when the sunroof is fully tilted upward and the button is held for an additional twenty seconds This will reset the memory and enable the sunroof to function properly Vehicle Personaliz...

Page 155: ...entering the vehicle The seat position can be saved for up to two drivers To store the seat exit position do the following 1 Press and release the 1 or 2 button The seat will move to the stored memor...

Page 156: ...NOTES 2 84...

Page 157: ...lets 3 19 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter 3 20 Climate Controls 3 20 Dual Climate Control System 3 20 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 3 23 Outlet Adjustment 3 28 Warning Lights Gages and Indicato...

Page 158: ...with Six Disc CD 3 76 Navigation Radio System 3 89 Rear Seat Entertainment System 3 90 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 101 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 102 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 102 Radio Reception 3 10...

Page 159: ...NOTES 3 3...

Page 160: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4...

Page 161: ...33 H Audio System See Audio System s on page 3 64 I Dome Override Button See Dome Lamps on page 3 18 J Fog Lamps Button See Fog Lamps on page 3 16 K Turn Signal Multifunction Lever See Turn Signal Mul...

Page 162: ...h on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set...

Page 163: ...shield Wipers on page 3 9 L Windshield Washer See Windshield Washer on page 3 10 I Cruise Control Cruise Control on page 3 10 For information on the exterior lamps see Exterior Lamps on page 3 14 late...

Page 164: ...lock on page 5 107 Turn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left on for more than 3 4 of a mile 1 2 km a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal and the message TURN SIGNAL ON will also a...

Page 165: ...rn the band to mist Hold it there until the wipers start Then let go The wipers will stop after one wipe If you want more wipes hold the band on mist longer N Delay You can set the wiper speed for a l...

Page 166: ...erwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Cruise Control 9 Off This position turns the system off R On This position activates the system Resume Accelerate Push the l...

Page 167: ...uise control on slippery roads Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to You co...

Page 168: ...o go faster do not hold the switch at resume accelerate Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed Pres...

Page 169: ...n going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and d...

Page 170: ...l to this position to put the system into automatic headlamp mode The Daytime Running Lamps DRL will also be activated if it is light enough outside Parking Lamps Turn the control to this position to...

Page 171: ...r lamps won t be on The instrument panel won t be lit up either When it begins to get dark the automatic headlamp system will switch from DRL to the headlamps As with any vehicle you should turn on th...

Page 172: ...ute for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is light outside During that delay your instrument panel cluster may not be as bright as usual Make sure your instrument panel brightness c...

Page 173: ...auxiliary roof mounted lamp pressing the button will activate the lamp and illuminate an indicator light near the button Pressing the button again will turn off the roof mounted lamp If your vehicle...

Page 174: ...rior lamp control all the way up In this position the dome lamps will remain on whether a door is opened or closed E Dome Override Press this button located below the exterior lamp control to turn dom...

Page 175: ...Notice Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not use equipment exceedi...

Page 176: ...it will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating will not allow the lighter to back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from overheating may oc...

Page 177: ...modes An indicator on the button will light up flash three times and turn off when recirculation is selected in these modes The air conditioning compressor will also come on when this mode is activat...

Page 178: ...to dehumidify the air to prevent window fogging The recirculation mode cannot be selected while in defrost mode Rear Window Defogger If your vehicle has a rear defogger the lines you see on the rear...

Page 179: ...g to the driver will be displayed under and to the left of the temperature setting Passenger s Side Temperature Knob The passenger s side knob can be used to change the temperature of the air coming t...

Page 180: ...O button for about four seconds When auto is selected the air conditioning operation and air inlet will be automatically controlled The air conditioning compressor will run when the outside temperatur...

Page 181: ...witch with the fan symbol allows you to manually adjust the fan speed Press the up arrow to increase fan speed and the down arrow to decrease fan speed Pressing this button when the system is off will...

Page 182: ...ect either defog or front defrost You may also notice that the A C compressor will run while in recirculation mode This is normal and helps to prevent fogging Air Conditioning Press this button to tur...

Page 183: ...is direction can be changed by pressing the mode button The temperature can also be adjusted using either temperature knob Press the up or down arrows on the fan switch the defrost button the AUTO but...

Page 184: ...ndow with sharp objects Outlet Adjustment Your vehicle has air outlets located in the center and on the side of your instrument panel that allow you to adjust the direction and amount of airflow insid...

Page 185: ...ou know they are working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Oft...

Page 186: ...to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you have and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically United...

Page 187: ...econds to remind people to buckle their safety belts The driver safety belt light will also be provided and stay on for several seconds then it will flash for several more You should buckle your seat...

Page 188: ...your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a crash To help avoid injury to yourself or others have your vehicle serviced right away if the airbag readiness light stays...

Page 189: ...facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Do not use a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat if the airbag is turned on Your vehicle has a rear seat...

Page 190: ...harging System Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition but the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working It should go out once the engine is...

Page 191: ...speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone If you must drive turn off all unnecessary accessories Readings in...

Page 192: ...e Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 58 CAUTION Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident...

Page 193: ...If the light stays on or comes on when you re driving there may be a problem with your Traction Assist System and your vehicle may need service When this light is on the system will not limit wheel s...

Page 194: ...nd StabiliTrak see StabiliTrak System on page 4 10 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle is working Duri...

Page 195: ...P and allow the engine to idle until the transmission temperature falls below 265 F 129 C If the transmission continues to operate above 265 F 130 C contact your nearest dealer or the GM Roadside Ass...

Page 196: ...his could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the o...

Page 197: ...nstalled A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep pu...

Page 198: ...placed your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving...

Page 199: ...key toward START The light will stay on until the engine starts If the light flashes the Passlock system has entered a tamper mode If the vehicle fails to start see Passlock on page 2 26 If the light...

Page 200: ...ation see Tow Haul Mode under Towing a Trailer on page 4 64 Fuel Gage When the ignition is on the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank The gage will first indicate empty...

Page 201: ...hen the fuel tank is low on fuel To turn it off add fuel to the fuel tank See Fuel on page 5 5 Driver Information Center DIC The Driver Information Center DIC display is located on the instrument pane...

Page 202: ...y the information that was last displayed before the engine was turned off The DIC has different modes which can be accessed by pressing the four DIC buttons located on the steering wheel These button...

Page 203: ...nutes and 59 seconds 99 59 59 after which the display will roll back to zero To stop the counting of time press the select button briefly while TIMER is displayed To reset the timer to zero press and...

Page 204: ...the system is reset after an oil change It will alert you to change your oil on a schedule consistent with your driving conditions Always reset the engine oil life system after an oil change To reset...

Page 205: ...an be displayed and some information about them BATTERY NOT CHARGING On some vehicles if the battery is not charging during operation this message will appear on the DIC Driving with this problem coul...

Page 206: ...DIC buttons if equipped will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display If your vehicle is not equipped with the four DIC buttons pressing the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge...

Page 207: ...ge will appear on the display and you will hear a chime Stop and turn off the vehicle check the door for obstacles and close the door again Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC Pressin...

Page 208: ...so clear itself after 10 seconds The low fuel light near the fuel gage will still remain on in either case See Low Fuel Warning Light on page 3 45 Fuel Gage on page 3 44 and Fuel on page 5 5 KEYFOB X...

Page 209: ...essage will be displayed on the DIC and a chime will sound Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and do not operate it until the cause of the low oil pressure has been corrected Check your oil a...

Page 210: ...display SERVICE 4WD Four Wheel Drive If a problem occurs with the four wheel drive system this message will appear on the DIC If this message appears stop as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle...

Page 211: ...e however you should have the electrical system checked by your GM dealer Pressing any of the four DIC buttons if equipped will clear the message from the DIC display If your vehicle is not equipped w...

Page 212: ...cle related problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service the message will appear See your GM dealer The message will turn off as soon as the conditions that caused the message to be display...

Page 213: ...an damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered by your warranty Do not drive your vehicle with overheated transmission fluid or while transmission temperature w...

Page 214: ...t equipped with the four DIC buttons pressing the trip odometer reset stem will clear the message from the DIC display DIC Vehicle Customization Your vehicle may have customization capabilities that a...

Page 215: ...ayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices UNLOCK DOORS IN PARK default All of the doors will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into PARK P UNLOCK DRIVER IN...

Page 216: ...ll not operate if the key is in the ignition Lock Feedback Press the customization button until LOCK FEEDBACK appears in the display To select your preference for the feedback you receive when locking...

Page 217: ...NLOCK FEEDBACK OFF There will be no feedback when unlocking the vehicle Choose one of the available options and press the customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on...

Page 218: ...ect button while EASY EXIT SEAT is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices EASY EXIT SEAT OFF default No seat exit recall will occur EASY EXIT SEAT ON...

Page 219: ...The headlamps will flash when the alarm is active Choose one of the available options and press the customization button while your choice is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next...

Page 220: ...e customizable options Audio System s Notice Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle such as an audio system CD player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio make sure that it can be add...

Page 221: ...y The time can be set with the ignition on or off To synchronize the time with an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System RDS information press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time...

Page 222: ...tations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is based...

Page 223: ...ng a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped The display will show the selection o TUNE p Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press either the SE...

Page 224: ...BASS or TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass or treble level If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble To adjust the bass or tre...

Page 225: ...O knob when no tone or speaker control is displayed ALL CENTERED will appear on the display you will hear a beep and the display level will be adjusted to the middle position Finding a Program Type PT...

Page 226: ...he display The radio may switch to stations with a stronger frequency To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds AF OFF will appear on the display The radio will not swi...

Page 227: ...n symbol will disappear from the display until another new message is received The last message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button You can view the last message until a new message is receiv...

Page 228: ...en area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disapp...

Page 229: ...The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle...

Page 230: ...n skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player Noti...

Page 231: ...the right arrow to go to the start of the next track If either arrow is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD SCAN Press and hold either th...

Page 232: ...try again There may have been a problem while burning the CD The label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs r...

Page 233: ...stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is bas...

Page 234: ...nding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped The display will show the selection o TUNE p Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press either the...

Page 235: ...tion Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS or TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass or treble leve...

Page 236: ...elected PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the TYPE knob or press and release the TYPE button to select a PTY 3 Once the desired PTY is displayed press either the TYPE or the SEEK arrows to select...

Page 237: ...on the display Press this button to see the message The message may display the artist song title call in phone numbers etc If the entire message is not displayed parts of the message will appear eve...

Page 238: ...en area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disapp...

Page 239: ...The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle...

Page 240: ...hey could get caught in the CD player Notice If you add paper labels to a CD insert more than one CD into the slot at a time or attempt to play scratched or damaged CDs you could damage the CD player...

Page 241: ...on the display see CD Messages later in this section CD Z Eject Press this button to eject CD s To eject the CD that is currently playing press and release this button To eject multiple CDs do the fol...

Page 242: ...andom you can listen to the tracks in random rather than sequential order on one CD or on all of the CDs To use random do one of the following To play the tracks on the CD you are listening to in rand...

Page 243: ...tive CD s will remain safely inside the radio for future listening Using Song List Mode The six disc CD changer has a feature called song list This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections To...

Page 244: ...o confirm that the track has been deleted After a track has been deleted the remaining tracks are moved up the list When another track is added to the song list the track will be added to the end of t...

Page 245: ...r Seat Entertainment RSE system and a DVD is playing the DVD symbol will appear on the radio display indicating that the DVD is available and can be listened to through your vehicle s speakers To list...

Page 246: ...o so Headphones The RSE system includes two sets of wireless headphones Each set of headphones has an ON OFF control An indicator light will illuminate on the headphones when they are on If the light...

Page 247: ...ideo and the red and white connectors input right and left audio Refer to the manufacturer s instructions for proper connection of the auxiliary device To use the auxiliary inputs on the RSE system co...

Page 248: ...information The RSE system is capable of outputting audio to the wired headphone jacks on the rear seat audio system if equipped The RSE system may be selected as an audio source on the rear seat audi...

Page 249: ...as DVD Video DVD R and DVD RW media may or may not be supported by the DVD player The DVD player does not support DVD RAM DVD ROM and DVD Audio media An error message will appear on the display if thi...

Page 250: ...ature back to the factory default setting press this button to display the feature then press and hold this button The default setting will appear on the display While playing an Audio or DVD disc pre...

Page 251: ...reload the disc after a short period of time The disc will be stored in the DVD player The DVD player will not resume play of the disc automatically Remote Control To use the remote control aim it at...

Page 252: ...yed The format and content of this function will vary for each disc r Fast Reverse Press this button to fast reverse the DVD or CD To stop fast reversing press this button again This button may not wo...

Page 253: ...evious menu This button will operate only when a DVD is playing and a menu is active Camera Angle Press this button to change camera angles on DVDs that have this feature when a DVD is playing The for...

Page 254: ...off The parental control button might have been turned on The power indicator light will flash The system might be in auxiliary mode The disc is upside down or is not compatible Problem Recommended Ac...

Page 255: ...will begin to play from the beginning of the DVD Problem Recommended Action The auxiliary source is running but there is no picture or sound Check that the DVD player is in the auxiliary source mode C...

Page 256: ...sc is not properly loaded or ejected Disc Play Error This message will be displayed if the DVD player cannot play the disc Scratched or damaged discs will cause this error Region Code Error This messa...

Page 257: ...e front seat audio controls always have priority over the RSA controls If the front seat passengers switch the source for the main radio to a remote source the RSA will not be able to control the sour...

Page 258: ...de of the tape This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a cassette tape When a CD is playing press this button to go to the beginning of the CD This function is inactive...

Page 259: ...go to the next or to the previous radio station and stay there The radio will only seek stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band When a CD is playing press the up or the down arrow...

Page 260: ...red tighten by hand then with a wrench one quarter turn XM Satellite Radio Antenna System The XM Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of your vehicle Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice...

Page 261: ...at Night 4 31 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 32 City Driving 4 35 Freeway Driving 4 36 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 38 Highway Hypnosis 4 38 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 39 Winter Driving 4 41 If...

Page 262: ...driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficu...

Page 263: ...rinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to...

Page 264: ...ls above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has double...

Page 265: ...ssist System TAS on page 4 8 Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up you...

Page 266: ...ke Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic bra...

Page 267: ...out to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The compute...

Page 268: ...y road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the rear wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system reduces engine power to limit wheel...

Page 269: ...ed problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service See Traction Off Light on page 3 37 The Traction Assist System as delivered from the factory will automatically come on whenever you start yo...

Page 270: ...Trak System Your vehicle may be equipped with StabiliTrak which combines antilock brake traction and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in most...

Page 271: ...em can be turned off or back on by pressing the StabiliTrak button on the instrument panel When the system is turned off the traction off light will illuminate and the STABILITY SYS DISABLED message w...

Page 272: ...o you may be causing damage to the transfer case This could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty If the brake traction control system activates constantly or if the brakes have heated u...

Page 273: ...ossible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels If there is no traction inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction If you have ever tried to steer a vehicle on...

Page 274: ...sive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes See Braking on page 4 5 It is better to remove as much speed as you can fro...

Page 275: ...other vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a...

Page 276: ...your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of...

Page 277: ...off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicl...

Page 278: ...g safer and more enjoyable Before You Go Off Roading There are some things to do before you go out For example be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done Check to make sure all un...

Page 279: ...ge 2 58 and Tires on page 5 59 Environmental Concerns Off road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation However it also raises environmental concerns We recognize these concerns and urg...

Page 280: ...an Tune your senses to different kinds of signals Your eyes for example need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles Your ears need to listen for unusual tire or engine sounds With yo...

Page 281: ...er Will you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain keep a firm grip on the steering wheel Ruts troughs or other surface features can jerk the...

Page 282: ...ay be a smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top but you may not se...

Page 283: ...raction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill Atta...

Page 284: ...at the 12 o clock position This way you will be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down It is best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in...

Page 285: ...s because the NEUTRAL position on the transfer case overrides the transmission You or someone else could be injured If you are going to leave your vehicle set the parking brake and shift the transmiss...

Page 286: ...you could lose control and have a serious accident When driving downhill avoid turns that take you across the incline of the hill A hill that is not too steep to drive down may be too steep to drive...

Page 287: ...hill slide or a rollover Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause your tires to slip sideways downhill If the vehicle slips...

Page 288: ...an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline be sure you and any passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the downhill si...

Page 289: ...r sand dunes your tires will tend to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering accelerating and braking Drive at a reduced speed and avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers Hard packed snow and...

Page 290: ...erous Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your passengers CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued could drown If it is only shallow water it can still wash away the ground from under...

Page 291: ...ur headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as...

Page 292: ...atedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps...

Page 293: ...s of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cau...

Page 294: ...rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water Notice If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in...

Page 295: ...ally careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires on page 5 5...

Page 296: ...is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light Freeway Driving...

Page 297: ...to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there is not another vehicle in your blind spo...

Page 298: ...l Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean Tires They are vitally important to a safe trouble free trip Is the tread good enough for long dis...

Page 299: ...moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise...

Page 300: ...wnhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they would not work well Y...

Page 301: ...a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sur...

Page 302: ...ing on a slippery road But you can turn the TAS off if you ever need to You should turn the TAS off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice...

Page 303: ...oads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard...

Page 304: ...d check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engi...

Page 305: ...o fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured...

Page 306: ...SE R and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly sp...

Page 307: ...an 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 de...

Page 308: ...information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 59 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 66 There is also important loading information on the vehicle Certification Tire label It tells you the...

Page 309: ...ilable 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 vehicle Consult this manual to determine h...

Page 310: ...acity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label f...

Page 311: ...ou the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehi...

Page 312: ...le can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Your warranty does not cover parts or...

Page 313: ...ff Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle on page 4 18 Add On Equipment When you carry removable items you may need to put a limit on how many people you can carry inside your vehicle Be sure...

Page 314: ...vehicles are built with a special package called RPO VYU snow plow prep package If your vehicle has this option you can add a plow to it provided certain weights such as the weights on the vehicle s a...

Page 315: ...rating The snow plow manufacturer or installer can assist you in determining the amount of rear ballast required to help make sure your snowplow vehicle combination does not exceed the GVW rating the...

Page 316: ...front of the front axle and the wheel base is 10 ft 305 cm then W 700 lb 318 kg A 4 ft 122 cm W B 10 ft 305 cm W x A W B W B 700 x 4 10 10 980 lbs 445 kg So if your vehicle s front axle reserve capac...

Page 317: ...istribution ratio is necessary to provide proper braking performance Q What is total vehicle reserve capacity A This is the difference between your GVWR and the weight of your vehicle with full fuel a...

Page 318: ...gram on page 7 5 If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motorhome see Recreational Vehicle Towing following Recreational Vehicle Towing Recre...

Page 319: ...our vehicle ready to be towed Just as you would prepare your vehicle for a long trip you ll want to make sure your vehicle is prepared to be towed See Before Leaving on a Long Trip on page 4 38 Dinghy...

Page 320: ...icle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P You or someone else could be seriously injured Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL See Parking Brake on page...

Page 321: ...the tow dolly 2 Shift the transmission to PARK P 3 Turn the engine off but leave the ignition on 4 Firmly set the parking brake 5 Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow dolly CAUTION Shift...

Page 322: ...ed or driven for six weeks or more remove the battery cable from the negative terminal post of the battery to prevent your battery from draining while towing Four Wheel Drive Vehicles Use the followin...

Page 323: ...ck absorber raises the rear of the vehicle to the proper height based on inputs from the road surface while the vehicle is being driven It take approximately 2 miles 3 2 km of driving for the leveling...

Page 324: ...Do not tow a trailer during break in See New Vehicle Break In on page 2 26 for more information CAUTION If you do not use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a...

Page 325: ...will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control See Hitches later in this sec...

Page 326: ...pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load Provide the same solid shift feel when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load as when the vehicle is unloaded Improve control of vehicle spee...

Page 327: ...you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipmen...

Page 328: ...Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 2500 4WD 8100 V8 3 73 10 100 lbs 4 581 kg 17 000 lbs 7 711 kg 4 10 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 19 000 lbs 8 618 kg The Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR is...

Page 329: ...15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B up to a maximum of 1 000 lbs 454 kg for the 1500 series and up to a maximum of 1 500 lbs 680 kg for the 2500 series with a weight distributing hitch Do...

Page 330: ...oading and good handling when driving You should always use a sway control if your trailer will weigh more than these limits You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls Safety Chains You should alw...

Page 331: ...r vehicle is by itself Before you start check all trailer hitch parts and attachments safety chains electrical connector lamps tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your...

Page 332: ...railer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so muc...

Page 333: ...PARK P 5 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear and not in NEUTRAL N 6 Release the regular brakes CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if...

Page 334: ...eration are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belts cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them qu...

Page 335: ...If you are charging a remote non vehicle battery turn on the headlamps to boost the vehicle system voltage and properly charge the battery Instrument Panel Jumper Wiring Harness This harness may be i...

Page 336: ...Use this adapter to connect a standard four way round pin connector to the seven wire harness on your vehicle Connect the adapter with the tab pointing up Then flip cap on the vehicle s seven wire har...

Page 337: ...the upper stud A of the relay Do not make connections to the lower stud B of the relay The auxiliary battery circuit is protected by a megafuse located behind the auxiliary battery Be sure to follow t...

Page 338: ...NOTES 4 78...

Page 339: ...id 5 22 Engine Coolant 5 25 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 28 Engine Overheating 5 28 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 30 Cooling System 5 30 Engine Fan Noise 5 35 Power Steering Fluid...

Page 340: ...r 5 97 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 97 Care of Safety Belts 5 97 Weatherstrips 5 98 Washing Your Vehicle 5 98 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 98 Finish Care 5 98 Windshield and...

Page 341: ...ant to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of...

Page 342: ...cord on page 6 16 CAUTION You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experien...

Page 343: ...knocking your engine needs service Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by automobile manufacturers around the world and contained in the Wo...

Page 344: ...corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may...

Page 345: ...below 32 F 0 C the fuel mix in the fuel tank should contain no more than 70 ethanol E 85 has less energy per gallon than gasoline so you will need to refill your fuel tank more often when using E 85...

Page 346: ...en it CAUTION If you spill fuel and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full...

Page 347: ...lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 40 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is...

Page 348: ...can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful n...

Page 349: ...der the front emblem for vehicles with gray body side cladding and above the emblem for vehicles with no body side cladding 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on prope...

Page 350: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the VORTEC 5300 V8 engine here is what you will see 5 12...

Page 351: ...tomatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick See Checking the Fluid Level under Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5 22 G Engine Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 5 30 H Remote Negative Terminal GND See...

Page 352: ...When you open the hood on the VORTEC 8100 V8 engine here is what you will see 5 14...

Page 353: ...ee Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 5 38 L Underhood Fuse Block See Underhood Fuse Block on page 5 107 M Battery See Battery on page 5 41 N Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid un...

Page 354: ...hat kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 5 112 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the...

Page 355: ...rburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only thos...

Page 356: ...considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an...

Page 357: ...back on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure If it still does not reset see your dealer for service What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil conta...

Page 358: ...replaced On vehicles with a restriction indicator you should inspect the air filter restriction indicator at every oil change and replace the engine air cleaner filter when the indicator tells you to...

Page 359: ...Air Filter Restriction Indicator To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the engine air cleaner filter from the vehicle using the steps following When you have the engine air cleaner filter removed...

Page 360: ...se you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flame if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with i...

Page 361: ...to 93 C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it is colder than 50 F 10 C drive the vehicle in THIRD 3 until the engine temperature...

Page 362: ...e it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must b...

Page 363: ...fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Do not overfill Notice Use of the incorrect automatic transmission fluid may damage your vehicle and the damages may not be covered by your warranty Always use...

Page 364: ...anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s co...

Page 365: ...hen your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark If your vehicle is equipped with the LOW COOLANT LEVEL message and it comes on and stays on it means you are low on engine coo...

Page 366: ...message in the Driver Information Center DIC on the instrument panel See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 49 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION Steam from an overheated engine can burn you...

Page 367: ...hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary 3 If you are in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D If you no longer have the ove...

Page 368: ...gency Driving extended miles km and or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided Notice After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode to avoid engine damage...

Page 369: ...t running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The...

Page 370: ...for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL may cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant may req...

Page 371: ...en a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you e...

Page 372: ...e tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full turn If...

Page 373: ...or high outside temperatures the fan speed increases as the clutch more fully engages so you may hear an increase in fan noise This is normal and should not be mistaken as the transmission slipping o...

Page 374: ...cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If n...

Page 375: ...Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer f...

Page 376: ...brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you w...

Page 377: ...nd the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at...

Page 378: ...rake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong wi...

Page 379: ...omeone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original bat...

Page 380: ...t systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could caus...

Page 381: ...te terminals instead of the terminals on the battery The remote positive terminal is located near the engine accessory drive bracket On some vehicles the terminal may be under a red plastic cover To a...

Page 382: ...See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on the location of the remote positive and remote negative terminals CAUTION An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not...

Page 383: ...e you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could...

Page 384: ...tion is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile 11 Try to start the vehicle th...

Page 385: ...Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it...

Page 386: ...repaired Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to change the lubricant See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 How to Check Lubricant 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Add new fluid until th...

Page 387: ...ated on the front axle you may need to add some lubricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level from 1 2 inch 12 mm to about 5 8 inch 18 mm below the filler plug hole f...

Page 388: ...e bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps Vehicles with Body Side Cladding To replace a headlamp bulb do the following 1 Open the...

Page 389: ...ly 7 Unplug the electrical connector from the old bulb 8 Plug in the electrical connector to the new bulb 9 Place the connector with the new bulb into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until...

Page 390: ...pulling it straight out 3 Pull the headlamp assembly out A Low Beam Headlamp B High Beam Headlamp 4 Unplug the electrical connector 5 Turn the old bulb counterclockwise and remove it from the headlamp...

Page 391: ...ly by pressing the release clip on the outboard side of the assembly and pulling the outboard end of the assembly toward you 3 Pull the inboard side of the assembly out from the vehicle A Sidemarker L...

Page 392: ...ush the outboard side of the assembly in until the release clip snaps into place Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps Vehicles without Body Side Cladding To replace a front turn sign...

Page 393: ...Daytime Running Lamp DRL B Front Turn Signal Parking Lamp C Sidemarker Lamp 4 Press the locking release lever the sidemarker lamp does not have a locking release lever turn the bulb socket countercloc...

Page 394: ...Reinstall the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle Daytime Running Lamps DRL Vehicles with Body Side Cladding The daytime running lamps DRL are located in the front fascia near the fog lamps They c...

Page 395: ...rmation 2 Remove the two rear lamp assembly screws near the tailgate latch and pull out the lamp assembly 3 Locate the bulb you wish to change A Stoplamp Taillamp B Turn Signal Lamp C Back up Lamp 4 P...

Page 396: ...Lamp 3157 Sidemarker Lamp 194 Vehicles with Body Side Cladding For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected...

Page 397: ...dangerous Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 47 Underinflated tires pose...

Page 398: ...tion See the Tire Size illustration later in this section for more detail B TPC Spec Tire Performance Criteria Specification Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteri...

Page 399: ...e tires based on three performance factors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5 71 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum...

Page 400: ...S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards E Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manuf...

Page 401: ...tion the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description The service descripti...

Page 402: ...trical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle Kilopascal kPa The metric unit for air pressure Light Truck LT Metric Tire A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose pa...

Page 403: ...icators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 69 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quali...

Page 404: ...nusual wear Poor handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar below the driver s door lock post strike...

Page 405: ...tion pressure is low add air until you reach the recommended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Recheck the tire pressure with the...

Page 406: ...at all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 112 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel n...

Page 407: ...e Certification Tire label or the Tire and Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 47 for more information about these labels and where they can be found on your vehicle The tires...

Page 408: ...o cause damage to your vehicle Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle may be equipped with a different size spare than the road tire...

Page 409: ...requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlle...

Page 410: ...tion or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced car...

Page 411: ...which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer...

Page 412: ...res of the rear axle Don t use chains on the tires of the front axle Tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions I...

Page 413: ...Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers CAUTION Changing a tire can be dangerous The vehicl...

Page 414: ...he jack and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jack and the wheel blocks are located under a cover near the passenger side rear seat To remove the jack and wheel blocks do the followi...

Page 415: ...ocks A attached to the jack E by turning the wing nut C counterclockwise Place the wheel blocks where needed as indicated in previously in this section The tools for changing a flat tire are located i...

Page 416: ...jack handle extensions and the wheel wrench to remove the underbody mounted spare tire A Spare Tire Valve Stem Pointed Down B Hoist Assembly C Hoist Cable D Tire Retainer E Hoist Shaft F Hoist End of...

Page 417: ...h the hole G in the rear bumper Be sure the hoist end of the extension connects to the hoist shaft E The ribbed square end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire 4 Turn the wheel wrench H co...

Page 418: ...wered so it can be pulled up through the wheel opening 7 Put the spare tire near the flat tire Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Use the following pictures and instructions to remov...

Page 419: ...designed to stay with the center cap after they are loosened Remove the entire center cap If the wheel has a smooth center cap place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gen...

Page 420: ...icle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage t...

Page 421: ...he spare tire to clear the vehicle Rear Tire Flat If the flat tire is on a rear tire of the vehicle you will need to use the jack handle and both jack handle extensions Attach the wheel wrench to the...

Page 422: ...dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all...

Page 423: ...k on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel after mounting the spare 8 Tighten each wheel nut by hand Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the wheel nuts until the wheel is held against the...

Page 424: ...Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 112 for wheel nut torque specification...

Page 425: ...ten the nut caps with the wheel wrench until they are snug Do not overtighten the nut caps or they may break If you are reinstalling the smooth center cap place it on the wheel and tap it into place u...

Page 426: ...n the cable 3 Loosen the cable by turning the wrench counterclockwise three or four turns 4 Repeat this procedure at least two times If the spare tire lowers to the ground continue with Step 5 of Remo...

Page 427: ...spare tire 10 Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the end fitting 11 Continue raising the jack until the spare tire stops moving upward and is held firmly in place The secondary...

Page 428: ...ble insert the hoist handle extension and wheel wrench into the hoist shaft hole in the bumper and turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare the rest of the way 14 Tilt the retainer D...

Page 429: ...aluminum wheel with a flat tire under your vehicle for an extended period of time or with the valve stem pointing up may damage the wheel Always stow the wheel with the valve stem pointing down and h...

Page 430: ...inted down and toward the rear of the vehicle 2 Tilt the retainer D downward and through the wheel opening Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 3 Attach the wheel w...

Page 431: ...e and Tools on page 5 76 3 Replace the jack cover and tighten the jack cover wing nuts Spare Tire Your vehicle when new had a fully inflated spare tire A spare tire may lose air over time so check its...

Page 432: ...leaning products can burst into flames if a match is struck near them or if they get on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if their fumes are inhaled in an enclosed space When anything from...

Page 433: ...spray apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth Notice If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle you could scratch the glass and or cause damage to the rear window...

Page 434: ...soil to absorb into the paper towel until no more can be removed For solid dry soils remove as much as possible and then vacuum To clean use the following instructions 1 Saturate a lint free clean whi...

Page 435: ...e thorough cleaning is necessary a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt Never use spot lifters or removers on plastic surfaces Many commercial...

Page 436: ...d be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High press...

Page 437: ...r you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim if necessary Use special care with aluminum trim To avoid damaging protective trim never use auto or chrome polish steam or caustic soap t...

Page 438: ...hrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Use chrome polish on chrome wheels only Use chrome polish only on chrome plated wheels but avo...

Page 439: ...ody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every sprin...

Page 440: ...wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and oth...

Page 441: ...s Identification Label You will find this label on the inside of the glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the following VIN Model designation Paint...

Page 442: ...by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating...

Page 443: ...ol System LOCK Power Door Lock Relay Lock Function HVAC 1 Inside Rearview Mirror Climate Control System L DOOR Driver s Door Harness Connection CRUISE Cruise Control UNLOCK Power Door Lock Relay Unloc...

Page 444: ...Power Outlets LOCKS Power Door Lock System ECC Rear Electronic Climate Control Liftgate TBC 2C Truck Body Controller FLASH Flasher Module CB LT DOORS Left Power Window Circuit Breaker TBC 2B Truck Bo...

Page 445: ...DOOR Rear Right Power Window Passenger Door Module SPARE Not Used INFO Not Used Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle n...

Page 446: ...5 108...

Page 447: ...nti Lock Brakes VSES ECAS Vehicle Stability IGN A Ignition Power IGN B Ignition Power Fuses Usage LBEC 1 Left Bussed Electrical Center Left Doors Truck Body Controller Flasher Module TRL PARK Parking...

Page 448: ...flatable Restraint System FRT PARK Front Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Fuses Usage DRL Daytime Running Lamps Relay SEO IGN Rear Defog Relay TBC IGN1 Truck Body Controller Ignition HI HDLP LT Driver s...

Page 449: ...amp HORN Horn Fuse EAP Electric Adjustable Pedals TREC All Wheel Drive Module If Equipped SBA Supplemental Brake Assist Auxiliary Electric Cooling Fan Fuse Block The auxiliary electric cooling fan fus...

Page 450: ...tomatic with Front A C 17 2 qt 16 3 L VORTEC 5300 V8 Automatic with Front A C 17 4 qt 16 5 L VORTEC 8100 V8 Automatic 25 0 qt 23 7 L Vehicles with a cladded front Vehicles with an uncladded front Engi...

Page 451: ...pecifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap VORTEC 5300 V8 T Automatic 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 5300 V8 Z Automatic 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 8100 V8 G Automatic 0 060 inches 1 52 m...

Page 452: ...NOTES 5 114...

Page 453: ...le 6 2 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 10 At Least Once a Year 6 10 Rec...

Page 454: ...vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our enviro...

Page 455: ...angerous In trying to do some jobs you can be seriously injured Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know how and the proper tools and equipment for the job If you have any doubt...

Page 456: ...s and reset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally you must service your vehicle within 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last service Remember to reset the oil life system...

Page 457: ...Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 67 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 6 10 Inspect brake system See footnote a Che...

Page 458: ...150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Vehicles without a filter restriction indicator Replace engine air cleaner filter See Eng...

Page 459: ...the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended...

Page 460: ...safety belts replaced Also look for any opened or broken airbag coverings and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance f Lubricate all key lock cylinders hood...

Page 461: ...these checks and services Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle make sure they are the proper ones as shown in Recommended Flu...

Page 462: ...necessary rotate the tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 67 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the ve...

Page 463: ...y if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition to RUN but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effo...

Page 464: ...e set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the ve...

Page 465: ...OL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 5 25 Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Usage Fluid Lubricant Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solve...

Page 466: ...t Special Lubricant GM Part No U S 12345879 in Canada 10953511 or lubricant meeting requirements of GM 9985830 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 123462...

Page 467: ...M Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter High Capacity 25313349 A1518C Standard 25313348 A1519C Oil Filter 5300 V8 88984215 PF46 8100 V8 25324052 PF454 Spark Plugs 5300 V8 12571164...

Page 468: ...ces performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 9 can be added on the following record pages You should...

Page 469: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17...

Page 470: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18...

Page 471: ...ram 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Gov...

Page 472: ...stomer Communication Centre by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the foll...

Page 473: ...22203 1838 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the...

Page 474: ...ted States Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 2438 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside...

Page 475: ...d period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more details or to determine your vehicle s eligibility visit gmmobility com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Te...

Page 476: ...t no charge Dealer Locator Service In many instances mechanical failures are covered under Chevrolet s Bumper to Bumper warranty However when other services are utilized our Roadside Assistance Repres...

Page 477: ...tion with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required This will reduce your inconvenience...

Page 478: ...ctual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if...

Page 479: ...aspects of the vehicle s performance Your vehicle uses on board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and if so...

Page 480: ...a which is not tied to a specific vehicle with non GM organizations for research purposes Others such as law enforcement may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they...

Page 481: ...Tower C 330 Sparks Street Ottawa Ontario K1A 0N5 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you will noti...

Page 482: ...about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfoli...

Page 483: ...e Radio Antenna System 3 104 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 6 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 36 Appearance Care 5 94 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 100 Care of Safety Belts 5 97 Chemical Pai...

Page 484: ...2 29 Brakes 5 38 Braking 4 5 Braking in Emergencies 4 8 Break In New Vehicle 2 26 Bulb Replacement 5 50 Daytime Running Lamps 5 56 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps 5 54 Front Tur...

Page 485: ...in the Right Front Seat Position 1 46 Top Strap 1 40 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 41 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Chime Level Adjustment 3 104 Cigarette Lighter 3 20 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plat...

Page 486: ...Lamps 3 15 Defensive Driving 4 2 Delayed Locking 2 9 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 4 Dome Lamps 3 18 Door Delayed Locking 2 9 Locks 2 8 Power Door Locks 2 9 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 10 Rea...

Page 487: ...erheating 5 28 Starting 2 28 Entry Exit Lighting 3 18 Event Data Recorders EDR 7 9 Extender Safety Belt 1 28 Exterior Cargo Lamps 3 17 Exterior Lamps 3 14 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 20 Finish Damag...

Page 488: ...2 57 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 7 5 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Head Restraints 1 7 Headlamps 5 50 Automatic Headlamp System 3 15 Bulb Replacement 5 50 Daytime Running Lamps 3 15 5 56 Flash t...

Page 489: ...3 L Labelling Tire Sidewall 5 60 Lamps Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp 3 17 Battery Run Down Protection 3 19 Dome 3 18 Exterior 3 14 Exterior Cargo 3 17 Fog 3 16 Reading 3 18 LATCH System Child Restraint...

Page 490: ...Introduction 6 2 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Maintenance Record 6 16 Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 15 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 Recommended Fluids and Lubrican...

Page 491: ...utside Automatic Dimming Mirror with Curb View Assist 2 51 Camper Type Mirrors 2 48 Convex Mirror 2 50 Heated Mirrors 2 50 Power Mirrors 2 49 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 30 Owner Che...

Page 492: ...ss and Temperature Display 2 46 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming with OnStar Compass and Temperature Display 2 43 Reclining Seatbacks 1 5 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 13 Recovery Hooks 4 46 Re...

Page 493: ...Power Seats 1 2 Rear Seat Operation 1 7 Reclining Seatbacks 1 5 Secondary Latch System 5 87 Securing a Child Restraint Center Front Seat Position 1 46 Designed for the LATCH System 1 44 Rear Seat Pos...

Page 494: ...eterrent 2 24 Passlock 2 26 Throttle Adjustable 2 29 Tilt Wheel 3 6 Tires 5 59 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels Cleaning 5 100 Buying New Tires 5 69 Chains 5 74 Changing a Flat Tire 5 75 Cleaning 5 10...

Page 495: ...Operation Automatic 2 31 Truck Camper Loading Information 4 63 Turn and Lane Change Signals 3 7 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 7 U Understanding Radio Reception 3 103 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5...

Page 496: ...mage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 72 Replacement 5 72 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Windows 2 22 Power 2 23 Windshield Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 99 Windshield Washer 3 10 Fluid 5 36 Windshie...

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