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Chevrolet Colorado 2018, Owner'S Manual

The Chevrolet Colorado 2018 Owner's Manual is an essential guide for owners of this versatile pickup truck. With detailed instructions and valuable information, this comprehensive manual covers everything from maintenance tasks to operating procedures. Download your free copy from manualshive.com and unlock the full potential of your Chevrolet Colorado 2018.

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

11349743) - 2018 - crc - 10/12/17

Seats and Restraints

77

Child Restraint Systems

Rear-Facing Infant Restraint

A rear-facing child restraint provides
restraint with the seating surface
against the back of the infant.

The harness system holds the infant
in place and, in a crash, acts to
keep the infant positioned in the
restraint.

Forward-Facing Child Restraint

A forward-facing child restraint
provides restraint for the child's
body with the harness.

Booster Seats

A belt-positioning booster seat is
used for children who have
outgrown their forward-facing child
restraint. Boosters are designed to
improve the fit of the vehicle's seat
belt system until the child is large
enough for the vehicle seat belts to
fit properly without a booster seat.
See the seat belt fit test in

Older

Children

0

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Summary of Contents for Colorado 2018

Page 1: ...23396590 B C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 18_CHEV_Colorado_COV_en_US_23396590B_2017OCT17 ai 1 10 10 2017 1 12 58 PM 18_CHEV_Colorado_COV_en_US_23396590B_2017OCT17 ai 1 10 10 2017 1 12 58 PM ...

Page 2: ...Brief 5 Keys Doors and Windows 27 Seats and Restraints 45 Storage 103 Instruments and Controls 105 Lighting 142 Infotainment System 150 Climate Controls 191 Driving and Operating 197 Vehicle Care 274 Service and Maintenance 363 Technical Data 378 Customer Information 382 Reporting Safety Defects 393 OnStar 396 Index 408 ...

Page 3: ... s manual If this vehicle has the Duramax diesel engine see the Duramax diesel supplement for additional and specific information on this engine Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle Owners A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer at www helminc com or from ...

Page 4: ...xt describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gauge or indicator M Shown when the owner s manual has additional instructions or information Shown when the service manual has additional instructions or information 0 Shown when there is more information on another page see page Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on th...

Page 5: ...g U S Canada Mexico 11349743 2018 crc 10 12 17 4 Introduction Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure O Power Remote Vehicle Start Seat Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monitor d Traction Control StabiliTrak a Under Pressure M Windshield Washer Fluid ...

Page 6: ...15 Windshield Wiper Washer 15 Climate Controls 16 Transmission 17 Four Wheel Drive 18 Vehicle Features Infotainment System 19 Radio s 19 Satellite Radio 20 Portable Audio Devices 20 Bluetooth 20 Steering Wheel Controls 20 Cruise Control 21 Driver Information Center DIC Base Level 21 Driver Information Center DIC Uplevel 22 Forward Collision Alert FCA System 22 Lane Departure Warning LDW 22 Rear Vi...

Page 7: ...Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 11349743 2018 crc 10 12 17 6 In Brief Instrument Panel ...

Page 8: ...tlets 0 109 If Equipped 10 Shift Lever See Automatic Transmission 0 224 or Manual Transmission 0 229 11 Auxiliary Jack 0 165 USB Port 0 159 12 Hazard Warning Flashers 0 145 Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 240 Cargo Lamp 0 147 Lane Departure Warning LDW 0 253 If Equipped Hill Descent Control HDC 0 243 If Equipped Tow Haul Mode 0 229 If Equipped Locking Front Axle 0 246 If Equipped L...

Page 9: ...tailed information refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner s manual Remote Keyless Entry RKE System The Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter functions may work from up to 60 m 197 ft away from the vehicle K Press to unlock the driver door Press K again within three seconds to unlock all remaining doors Q Press to lock all doors Lock and unlock feedback can be personali...

Page 10: ...ps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers Turn the vehicle on and then off See Remote Vehicle Start 0 32 Door Locks To lock or unlock a door from the outside press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or use the key in the driver door To lock a door from the inside push down on the door lock knob To unlock pull the door handle once to unlock the door and again to unlatch it Pow...

Page 11: ...nd release the handle 3 Try to move the seat back and forth to make sure it is locked in place Power Seats To adjust a power seat if equipped Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down See Power Seat Adjustment 0 48 and Reclining Seatbacks 0 48 Power Lumbar If equipped press and hold the top of...

Page 12: ...s locked See Reclining Seatbacks 0 48 Heated Seats If equipped the buttons are on the center stack To operate the engine must be running Press to heat the driver or passenger seatback only Press z to heat the driver or passenger cushion and seatback The indicator light comes on when this feature is on See Heated Front Seats 0 49 Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for ...

Page 13: ... outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System 0 66 The passenger airbag status indicator lights on the overhead console are visible when the vehicle is started See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 119 Mirror Adjustment Using hood mounted air deflectors and add on convex mirror attachments coul...

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

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

Page 16: ...se Plate Lamps Front Rear Sidemarker Lamps Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps except the headlamps 5 Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 142 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 0 144 Fog Lamps 0 146 Windshield Wiper Washer The windshield wiper washer lever is on the right side of the steering column With the ignition on ...

Page 17: ...you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers See Windshield Wiper Washer 0 107 Climate Controls These systems control the heating cooling and ventilation Climate Control System 1 Fan Control 2 A C Air Conditioning 3 Air Delivery Mode Controls 4 Defrost 5 TEMP Temperature Control 6 Rear Window Defogger If Equipped 7 Air Recirculation ...

Page 18: ...ation 9 Power Button See Climate Control Systems 0 191 or Automatic Climate Control System 0 193 If Equipped Transmission Range Selection Mode Range Selection Mode helps control the vehicle s transmission and vehicle speed while driving downhill or towing a trailer by letting you select a desired range of gears To enable 1 Move the shift lever to the L Manual Mode position The current range will d...

Page 19: ... drive the engine s driving power can be sent to all four wheels for extra traction Electronic Transfer Case Automatic Transfer Case Except ZR2 ZR2 Only The transfer case knob is to the left of the steering column Use it to shift into and out of the different four wheel drive modes The different drive options that may be available are described following 2 m Two Wheel Drive High This setting is us...

Page 20: ...gation system Rear Seat Entertainment RSE and voice or speech recognition if equipped Radio s O Press to turn the system on Press and hold to turn it off When on press to mute press again to unmute Turn to increase or decrease the volume RADIO Press to choose between FM AM and SXM if equipped MEDIA Press to change the audio source between USB AUX and Bluetooth Audio if equipped Press to go to the ...

Page 21: ... on the center stack External devices such as iPods laptop computers MP3 players and USB storage devices may be connected depending on the audio system See USB Port 0 159 and Auxiliary Jack 0 165 Bluetooth The Bluetooth system allows users with a Bluetooth enabled cell phone to make and receive hands free calls using the vehicle audio system and controls The Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be pa...

Page 22: ...ning to a media device press to select the next or previous track 2 Volume Press to increase or decrease the volume Cruise Control 5 Press to turn the system on or off A white indicator comes on in the instrument cluster when cruise is turned on RES If there is a set speed in memory press briefly to resume to that speed or press and hold to accelerate If cruise control is already active use to inc...

Page 23: ...erate the DIC w or x Press to move up or down in a list o or p Press to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster V Press to open a menu or select a menu item Press and hold to reset values on certain screens See Driver Information Center DIC Base Level 0 129 or Driver Information Center DIC Uplevel 0 131 Forward Collision Alert FCA System If equipped FCA may help avoid or reduce t...

Page 24: ... such as a cell phone MP3 player etc The vehicle may have accessory power outlets On the center stack below the climate control system if equipped On the center floor console if equipped On the rear of the center storage console Lift the cover to access and replace when not in use See Power Outlets 0 109 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control Electronic Stability Control The Traction Control...

Page 25: ...ss and release g i and g turn off in the instrument cluster StabiliTrak will automatically turn on if the vehicle exceeds 56 km h 35 mph in normal mode TCS will remain off until g is pressed or until the ignition is turned off and then back on See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 240 Tire Pressure Monitor This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS The low tire pressur...

Page 26: ...sed on vehicle use and on most vehicles displays a Driver Information Center DIC message when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter The oil life system should be reset to 100 only following an oil change Resetting the Oil Life System To reset the engine oil life system 1 Display OIL LIFE REMAINING on the DIC See Driver Information Center DIC Base Level 0 129 or Driver Information Cen...

Page 27: ...oid abrupt stops Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time When road and weather conditions are appropriate use cruise control Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require Keep vehicle tires properly inflated Combine several trips into a single trip Replace the vehicle s tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire s sidewall near the size Follo...

Page 28: ... Mirrors Convex Mirrors 38 Manual Mirrors 38 Power Mirrors 39 Folding Mirrors 39 Heated Mirrors 39 Blind Spot Mirrors 39 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 41 Manual Rearview Mirror 41 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 41 Windows Windows 41 Power Windows 42 Rear Windows 43 Sun Visors 44 Keys and Locks Keys Warning Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous and childre...

Page 29: ...try RKE transmitter if equipped are connected to the provided key rings The ignition key and key rings and RKE transmitter if equipped are designed to work together as a system to reduce the risk of unintentionally moving the key out of the RUN position The ignition key has a small hole to allow attachment of the provided key ring It is important that any replacement ignition keys have a small hol...

Page 30: ... 5 Insert the new key to be programmed and turn the ignition on within five seconds The security light will turn off once the key has been programmed 6 Repeat Steps 1 5 if additional keys are to be programmed If a key is lost or damaged see your dealer to have a new key made Programming without Two Recognized Keys Program a new key to the vehicle when a recognized key is not available Canadian reg...

Page 31: ...oadside Assistance Program 0 386 With an active OnStar service plan an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle See OnStar Overview 0 396 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System See Radio Frequency Statement 0 392 If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry RKE operating range Check the distance The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle Check the location Other vehicles or objects may b...

Page 32: ...36 Pressing K on the RKE transmitter disarms the vehicle alarm system See Vehicle Alarm System 0 36 7 Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times Press and hold 7 for at least three seconds to sound the panic alarm The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds repeatedly for 30 seconds The alarm turns off when the ignition is...

Page 33: ... the heated seats will turn on during colder outside temperatures and will shut off when the ignition is turned on See Heated Front Seats 0 49 Laws in some communities may restrict the use of remote starters Check local regulations for any requirements on remote starting of vehicles Do not use remote start if the vehicle is low on fuel The vehicle cannot be remote started if The key is in the igni...

Page 34: ...he following Press and hold until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers Turn the vehicle on and then off Door Locks Warning Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle The doors can be unlocked and opened while the vehicle is moving The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is incr...

Page 35: ...to lock the doors K Press to unlock the doors Delayed Locking This feature delays the actual locking of the doors until five seconds after all doors are closed Delayed locking can only be turned on when the Unlocked Door Anti Lockout feature has been turned off When Q is pressed on the power door lock switch with the door open a chime will sound three times indicating that delayed locking is activ...

Page 36: ...nlock This can be manually overridden by pressing and holding Q on the power door lock switch Unlocked Door Anti Lockout If Unlocked Door Anti Lockout has been turned on and the vehicle is off the driver door is open and locking is requested all the doors will lock and the driver door will remain unlocked Push the lock button on the door or the RKE transmitter a second time to lock the driver door...

Page 37: ...perly On vehicles with a lock on the tailgate use the key to lock or unlock the tailgate The power door locks will not lock or unlock the tailgate Open the tailgate by lifting up on its handle while pulling the tailgate down To shut the tailgate firmly push it upward until it latches After closing the tailgate pull it back to be sure it latches securely Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft dete...

Page 38: ...nd the lights will flash to indicate pre alarm If the vehicle is not started or the door is not unlocked by pressing K on the RKE transmitter during the 10 second pre alarm the alarm will be activated If a door or the hood is opened without first disarming the system the turn signals will flash and the horn will sound for about 30 seconds The alarm system will then re arm to monitor for the next u...

Page 39: ...ill does not start with the other key the vehicle needs service If the vehicle does start the first key may be faulty See your dealer It is possible for the immobilizer system to learn new or replacement keys Up to eight keys can be programmed for the vehicle To program additional transmitters see Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 30 Do not leave the transmitter or device that disarms or...

Page 40: ...ion 3 Return the selector switch to the center position Folding Mirrors Manual Folding Mirrors The mirrors can be folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position Heated Mirrors If equipped the rear window defogger also heats the outside mirrors K Press to heat the outside mirrors See Rear Wind...

Page 41: ...e image transitions from the main mirror to the blind spot mirror 4 When the vehicle is in the blind zone the image only appears in the blind spot mirror Using the Outside Mirror with the Blind Spot Mirror 1 Set the main mirror so that the side of the vehicle can just be seen and the blind spot mirror has an unobstructed view 2 When checking for traffic or before changing a lane look at the main d...

Page 42: ...ass cleaner directly on the mirror Use a soft towel dampened with water Manual Rearview Mirror If equipped push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid glare from the headlamps from behind Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror If equipped the mirror will automatically reduce the glare of the headlamps from behind The dimming feature comes on each time the vehicl...

Page 43: ...in a vehicle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent operation of the windows See Keys 0 27 Crew Cab Shown Extended Cab Similar Power windows work when the ignition is on in ACC ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 220 Using the window switch press to open or pull to close the window The ...

Page 44: ...l System Override Warning If automatic reversal system override is active the window will not reverse automatically You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged Before using automatic reversal system override make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path When the engine is on override the automatic reversal system by pulling and holding the window switch...

Page 45: ...If the vehicle has this feature squeeze the latch in the center of the window and slide the glass to open it Be sure the latch is engaged when the window is closed Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down to block glare Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window and if equipped extend along the rod ...

Page 46: ... 59 Airbag System Airbag System 60 Where Are the Airbags 62 When Should an Airbag Inflate 63 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 64 How Does an Airbag Restrain 64 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 65 Passenger Sensing System 66 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 70 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 71 Airbag System Check 72 Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash 72 Child Re...

Page 47: ...led and adjusted properly Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Driver Seat Inboard Button The height of the head restraint can be adjusted Pull the head restraint up to raise it Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place To lower the...

Page 48: ...ide of the head restraint When an occupant is in the seat always return the head restraint to the upright position until it locks into place Push and pull on the head restraint to make sure that it is locked If you are installing a child restraint in the rear seat see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 80 Extended Cab The vehicle s rear seats have headrests in the outboard seati...

Page 49: ...the control to increase lumbar support Press and hold the bottom of the control to decrease lumbar support Release the control when the seatback reaches the desired level of lumbar support Reclining Seatbacks Warning Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even when buckled up the seat belts cannot do their job The shoulder belt will not be against your body I...

Page 50: ...ull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked To recline the seatback 1 Lift the lever 2 Move the seatback to the desired position and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked To return the seatback to the upright position 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make ...

Page 51: ...change to the next lower setting and then to the off setting The indicator lights next to the buttons indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest If the heated seats are on high their level may automatically be lowered after approximately 30 minutes Remote Start Auto Heated Seats During a remote start the heated seats can be turned on automatically The heated seats are canceled w...

Page 52: ...ature is active only once each time the vehicle is turned on and off and will require reactivation by opening and closing the second row doors There may be an alert even when there is nothing in the rear seat for example if a child entered the vehicle through the rear door and left the vehicle without the vehicle being shut off The feature can be turned on or off See Vehicle Personalization 0 136 ...

Page 53: ...sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place Warning A seat belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the seat ...

Page 54: ... 118 Seat Belt Assurance System This vehicle may have the Seat Belt Assurance System which prevents the vehicle from shifting out of P Park A message displays in the Driver Information Center DIC indicating the shift lever is locked when the brake pedal is applied and the seat belts for either the driver or front outboard passenger are not buckled The vehicle will not shift out of P Park Buckle th...

Page 55: ...g a seat belt or not Your chance of being conscious during and after a crash so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear seat belts A Airbags are supplemental systems only They work with seat belts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag is provided all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection Also...

Page 56: ...ing forces The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash Warning You can be seriously injured or even killed by not wearing your seat belt properly Never allow the lap or shoulder belt to become loose or twisted Never wear the shoulder belt under both arms or behind your back Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an armrest Lap Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle ha...

Page 57: ...way and start again If the webbing locks in the latch plate before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate flat to unlock 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Seat Belt Extender 0 58 Position the release button on the buckle so that the seat belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 4 If...

Page 58: ...s on the shoulder and not falling off of it The belt should be close to but not contacting the neck Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt in a crash See How to Wear Seat Belts Properly 0 54 Push up on the release button and move the height adjuster to the desired position After the adjuster is set to the desired position try to move it down withou...

Page 59: ... all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear seat belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a seat belt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For preg...

Page 60: ... protection Clean and rinse seat belt webbing only with mild soap and lukewarm water Allow the webbing to dry Seat belts should be properly cared for and maintained Seat belt hardware should be kept dry and free of dust or debris As necessary exterior hard surfaces and seat belt webbing may be lightly cleaned with mild soap and water Ensure there is not excessive dust or debris in the mechanism If...

Page 61: ...river A roof rail airbag for the front outboard passenger and the passenger seated directly behind the front outboard passenger All vehicle airbags have the word AIRBAG on the trim or on a label near the deployment opening For frontal airbags the word AIRBAG is on the center of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the front outboard passenger For seat mounted side impa...

Page 62: ...y close to any airbag as you would be if sitting on the edge of the seat or leaning forward Seat belts help keep you in position before and during a crash Always wear a seat belt even with airbags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle The seat belts and the front outboard passenger airbags are most effective when you are sitting well back and ...

Page 63: ...the Airbags The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar The driver and front outboard passenger seat mounted side impact airbags are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door ...

Page 64: ...bag Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof rail airbags by routing a rope or tie down through any door or window opening If you do the path of an inflating roof rail airbag will be blocked When Should an Airbag Inflate This vehicle is equipped with airbags See Airbag System 0 60 Airbags are designed to inflate if the impact exceeds the specific airbag system s deployment threshol...

Page 65: ...ing a rollover or in a severe frontal impact Roof rail airbags are not designed to inflate in rear impacts Both roof rail airbags will inflate when either side of the vehicle is struck if the sensing system predicts that the vehicle is about to roll over on its side or in a severe frontal impact In any particular crash no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the veh...

Page 66: ...prevent people from leaving the vehicle Warning When an airbag inflates there may be dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates then get fresh air by...

Page 67: ...cle covers the need to replace other parts The vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash See Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 0 394 and Event Data Recorders 0 394 Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag systems Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Passenger Sensing System The v...

Page 68: ...seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though the airbag is turned off Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front seat ...

Page 69: ... the front outboard passenger frontal airbag depending upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in the vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a seat belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person Warning If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system To help avoid injury to yourse...

Page 70: ...nger seat but the off indicator is lit it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat or that the child restraint locking feature is engaged Use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the front outboard passenger frontal airbag 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 Remove any additional material from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heat...

Page 71: ...nal material such as a blanket or cushion or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers seat heaters and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates We recommend that you not use seat covers or other aftermarket equipment except when approved by GM for your specific vehicle See Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 71 for more information about modifications...

Page 72: ...rom working properly The operation of the airbag system can also be affected by changing any parts of the front seats seat belts airbag sensing and diagnostic module steering wheel instrument panel inner door seals including the speakers any of the airbag modules ceiling or pillar garnish trim overhead console front sensors side impact sensors or airbag wiring Your dealer and the service manual ha...

Page 73: ...oken the airbag may not work properly Do not Continued Caution Continued open or break the airbag coverings If there are any opened or broken airbag coverings have the airbag covering and or airbag module replaced For the location of the airbags see Where Are the Airbags 0 62 See your dealer for service Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash Warning A crash can damage the airbag systems in th...

Page 74: ...r then return to the booster seat Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips touching the thighs If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Can proper seat belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear seat belts A An older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulde...

Page 75: ...h the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The child might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehic...

Page 76: ...priate child restraints Neither the vehicle s seat belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people or can be thrown out of the vehicle Warning Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle Due to crash forces an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash For example in a cra...

Page 77: ...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 particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs Warning To reduce the risk of neck and head injury in a crash infants and toddlers should be secured in a rear fac...

Page 78: ...n a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint Forward Facing Child Restraint A forward facing child restraint provides restraint for the child s body with the harness Booster Seats A belt positioning booster seat is used for children who have outgrown their forward facing child restraint Boosters are designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s seat belt system until the child is l...

Page 79: ...uctions are important 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 the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle even when no child is in it In some areas of the United States and Canada Certified Child Passenger Safety Techni...

Page 80: ...nt 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 See Passenger Sensing System 0 66 for additional information If the vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint a rear facing child restraint should not be secured in the vehicle even if the airbag is off Warning Never secure a r...

Page 81: ... Tethers for Children LATCH System The LATCH system secures a child restraint during driving or in a crash LATCH attachments on the child restraint are used to attach the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle The LATCH system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint that has LATCH attachments LA...

Page 82: ...th top tether where available to secure the child restraint See Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat 0 99 or Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat 0 94 Lower Anchors Lower anchors 1 are metal bars built into the vehicle There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments 2 Top T...

Page 83: ...rs on crew cab models each seating position with lower anchors has two labels near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion A child restraint in the rear center seating position must be installed with seat belts as it is not equipped with lower LATCH anchors See Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat 0 99 or Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Re...

Page 84: ... tether anchors in a crew cab model are on the back wall behind each rear seating position Fold down the rear seatback to access the anchor See instructions for crew cab under Rear Seats 0 51 Be sure to use an anchor directly behind the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Extended Cab with Rear Seats The top tether anchors in an extended cab model are loops near the top of ea...

Page 85: ...on Securing a Child Restraint with the LATCH System Warning If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to anchors the child restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Install a LATCH type child restraint properly using the anchors or use the vehicle s seat belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that cam...

Page 86: ...eat belt buckled This could damage the seat belt or the seat Unbuckle and return the seat belt to its stowed position before folding the seat If you need to secure more than one child restraint in the rear seat see Where to Put the Restraint 0 78 Crew Cab 1 When installing a rear facing child restraint it may be necessary to move the front seat forward to properly install per the child restraint m...

Page 87: ...using a single tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using has a fixed head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether around the inboard or outboard side of the head restraint If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using has a fixed head re...

Page 88: ...in the Rear Seat 0 94 5 Tighten the top tether 6 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth There should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement for proper installation Extended Cab with Rear Seats Warning Never secure a rear facing or forward facing...

Page 89: ...n a sudden stop or crash Warning Do not attach a top tether to the loop near the top of the seatback and directly behind the seating position in which the child restraint is installed in an extended cab with rear seats The top tether will not be able to be properly tightened See instructions below for how to properly attach a top tether Extended Cab Rear Seat Cushion Extension The vehicle is equip...

Page 90: ...eat cushion to install the seat cushion extension The notches on the posts should face the passenger side of the vehicle Try to move the headrest to make sure it is locked in place 4 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached adjust the top tether to its full length and attach the top tether hook to the anchor Refer to the child restraint instructions and the fo...

Page 91: ...e to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance ev...

Page 92: ...wing instructions If you are using a single tether raise the headrest or head restraint and route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts If you are using a dual tether route the tether around the headrest or head restraint 2 2 Attach the top tether hook to the metal wire on the lower inboard side of the cab wall directly behind the front...

Page 93: ...ts can be removed if they interfere with the proper installation of the child restraint To remove the head restraint 1 Partially fold the seat forward 2 Press the button on the side of the head restraint post at the top of the seatback and pull up on the head restraint 3 Store the head restraint in a secure place 4 Always reinstall the head restraint before the seating position is used by another ...

Page 94: ...install as a seat cushion extension for a forward facing or rearward facing child restraint in the right rear seating position see the instructions in Securing a Child Restraint with the LATCH System earlier in this section 4 Always reinstall the headrest before the seating position is used by another occupant To reinstall the headrest 1 If installed as a seat cushion extension first press both bu...

Page 95: ...Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 80 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH If a child restraint is secured in the vehicle using a seat belt and it uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 80 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top...

Page 96: ...enger seat when a rear facing child restraint is installed in the right rear seating position To properly fit the rear facing child restraint the front seatback will need to be tilted forward which will not allow a passenger to sit properly in the front outboard passenger seat The passenger could be seriously injured or killed in a sudden stop or crash A booster seat may be used in the left rear s...

Page 97: ...to properly install the child restraint per the child restraint manufacturer instructions See Seat Adjustment 0 47 and Reclining Seatbacks 0 48 When a rear facing child restraint is installed properly the front passenger seat cannot be used 5 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether adjust the top tether to its full length and attach it to the top tether anchor Refer to th...

Page 98: ...belt Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 6 and 7 10 Tighten the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 80 11 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the seat belt path and attempt to move it side to s...

Page 99: ... top tether adjust the top tether to its full length and attach it to the top tether anchor Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 80 3 Put the child restraint on the seat 4 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s seat belt through or around the restraint The child restraint i...

Page 100: ...should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle s seat belt and let it return to the stowed position If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor disconnect it If the head restraint was removed reinstall it before the seating position is used See Head Restraint Headrest Removal and Reinstallation under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children...

Page 101: ...senger Sensing System 0 66 for additional information If the vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint a rear facing child restraint should not be installed in the vehicle even if the airbag is off If a child restraint uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 80 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat...

Page 102: ...ed 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Position the release button on the buckle away from the child restraint system so that the seat belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 5 Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock When the retractor lock is set the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 6 If the vehicle does not have a r...

Page 103: ...wer Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 80 9 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the seat belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement If the airbag is off the off indicator on the ...

Page 104: ...Sunglasses Storage 104 Underseat Storage 104 Center Console Storage 104 Storage Compartments Warning Do not store heavy or sharp objects in storage compartments In a crash these objects may cause the cover to open and could result in injury Glove Box Lift up on the glove box lever to open it Cupholders Crew Cab If equipped pull the armrest to lower There are two cupholders in the armrest ...

Page 105: ... Model Similar If equipped there is storage under the rear seat Pull the release strap or lever and then raise the seat cushion Pull the strap or lever again to lower the cushion Center Console Storage There is storage under the armrest in the center console Press the button and lift Depending on the options there may be a USB port and or auxiliary jack inside See USB Port 0 159 and Auxiliary Jack...

Page 106: ... Check Engine Light 120 Brake System Warning Light 122 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 123 Up Shift Light Manual Transmission 124 Four Wheel Drive Light 124 Tow Haul Mode Light 124 Hill Descent Control Light 124 Lane Departure Warning LDW Light 124 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 125 Traction Off Light 125 StabiliTrak OFF Light 125 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 125 Tire Pressure Li...

Page 107: ...ipped 1 Pull the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you 4 Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Steering Wheel Controls If equipped some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel g Press to answer an incoming call or start voice recognition See Bluetooth Info...

Page 108: ...evious track 2 Volume Press to increase or decrease the volume Horn To sound the horn press a on the steering wheel Windshield Wiper Washer The windshield wiper washer lever is on the right side of the steering column With the ignition on or in ACC ACCESSORY move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed HI Use for fast wipes LO Use for slow wipes INT Move the lever up to INT for interm...

Page 109: ... while the wipers are performing wipes due to windshield washing the wipers continue to run until they reach the base of the windshield Compass The vehicle may have a compass display on the Driver Information Center DIC The compass receives its heading and other information from the Global Positioning System GPS antenna StabiliTrak and vehicle speed information The compass system is designed to op...

Page 110: ...r stack below the climate control system if equipped On the center floor console if equipped On the rear of the center storage console Lift the cover to access and replace when not in use Warning Power is always supplied to the outlets Do not leave electrical equipment plugged in when the vehicle is not in use because the vehicle could catch fire and cause injury or death Caution Leaving electrica...

Page 111: ...ee your dealer for details Warning Wireless charging can affect the operation of an implanted pacemaker or other medical devices If you have one it is recommended to consult with your doctor before using the wireless charging system The vehicle must be on in ACC ACCESSORY or Retained Accessory Power RAP must be active The wireless charging feature may not correctly indicate charging when the vehic...

Page 112: ...re positioning it If the indicator light does not turn on this indicates that the mobile device may need to be re positioned To re position remove the mobile device from the pad turn it 180 degrees and wait three seconds before placing aligning the mobile device on the pad again Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes seri...

Page 113: ...Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 11349743 2018 crc 10 12 17 112 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Base Level English Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 114: ...olet Colorado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 11349743 2018 crc 10 12 17 Instruments and Controls 113 If the vehicle has a diesel engine see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information ...

Page 115: ...Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 11349743 2018 crc 10 12 17 114 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Upevel English Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 116: ...131 Audio Phone Navigation Settings Audio In the main view of the Audio app press w or x to scroll through radio stations or move to the next previous track of a CD USB Bluetooth device that is connected to the vehicle Press V to select the Audio app then press p to enter the Audio menu In the Audio menu browse for music select from the favorites or change the audio source Phone Press V to select ...

Page 117: ...ceed To set the Speed Warning press p when Speed Warning is displayed Press w or x to adjust the value Press V to set the speed Once the speed is set this feature can be turned off by pressing V while viewing this page If the selected speed limit is exceeded a pop up warning is displayed with a chime Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle s speed in either kilometers per hour km h or miles ...

Page 118: ...ed soon Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge At the service station the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated For example the gauge indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The...

Page 119: ... a chime may come on to remind the driver to fasten their seat belt Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled This cycle may continue several times if the driver remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving If the driver seat belt is buckled neither the light nor the chime comes on Passenger Seat Belt Reminder Light There is a passenger seat belt reminder light near the p...

Page 120: ...he airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving it means the airbag system might not be working properly The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a crash To help avoid injury have the vehicle serviced right away If there is a problem with the airbag system a Driver Information Center DIC message may also co...

Page 121: ...0 119 for more information including important safety information Charging System Light The charging system light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on but the engine is not running as a check to show the light is working The light turns off when the engine is started If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the light stays on or comes on while driving there may be a pr...

Page 122: ...ions Inspection Maintenance test See Accessories and Modifications 0 276 If the light is flashing A malfunction has been detected that could damage the emission control system and increase vehicle emissions Diagnosis and service may be required To help prevent damage reduce vehicle speed and avoid hard accelerations and uphill grades If towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as s...

Page 123: ... or to service the vehicle may affect vehicle operation See Add On Electrical Equipment 0 272 See your dealer if assistance is needed The vehicle may not pass inspection if The light is on when the engine is running The light does not come on when the ignition is on while the engine is off Critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed If this happens the vehicle would not be...

Page 124: ...ystem warning light on can lead to a crash If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped have the vehicle towed for service Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light This light comes on briefly when the engine is started If the light does not come on have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem If the light comes on while driving sto...

Page 125: ...See Four Wheel Drive 0 231 for more information Tow Haul Mode Light For vehicles with the Tow Haul Mode feature this light comes on when the Tow Haul Mode has been activated See Tow Haul Mode 0 229 Hill Descent Control Light If equipped the Hill Descent Control light comes on when the system is ready for use When the light flashes the system is active See Hill Descent Control HDC 0 243 Lane Depart...

Page 126: ... turned off by pressing and releasing the TCS StabiliTrak button This light and the StabiliTrak OFF light come on when StabiliTrak is turned off If the TCS is off wheel spin is not limited Adjust driving accordingly See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 240 StabiliTrak OFF Light This light comes on briefly while starting the engine If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dea...

Page 127: ... that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated A Driver Information Center DIC tire pressure message may also display Stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Tire Pressure 0 320 When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on there may be a p...

Page 128: ...e sounds when the vehicle is low on fuel The light turns off when fuel is added to the fuel tank Low Fuel Warning Light Uplevel This light is near the fuel gauge and comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on as a check to show it is working It also comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel The light turns off when fuel is added If it does not have the vehicle serviced Security Light The sec...

Page 129: ... turned off See Fog Lamps 0 146 for more information Lamps On Reminder This light comes on when the exterior lamps are in use See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 142 Cruise Control Light The cruise control light is white when the cruise control is on and ready and turns green when the cruise control is set and active The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off See Cruise Control 0 247 Door A...

Page 130: ...l lever until the TRIP menu displays Use w x to scroll through the menu items Not all items are available on every vehicle The following is a list of all possible menu items Digital Speed Displays how fast the vehicle is moving in either kilometers per hour km h or miles per hour mph The speedometer cannot be reset Trip 1 or Trip 2 Average Fuel Economy Displays the current distance traveled in eit...

Page 131: ...l the VEHICLE menu is displayed Use w x to scroll through the menu items Not all items are available on every vehicle The following is a list of all possible menu items Remaining Oil Life Displays an estimate of the oil s remaining useful life If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99 is displayed that means 99 of the current oil life remains When the remaining oil life is low the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message wi...

Page 132: ... Menu ECO Items This menu is only available on some vehicles Press MENU on the turn signal lever until the ECO menu is displayed Use w x to scroll through the menu items Not all items are available on every vehicle The following is a list of all possible menu items Best Average Fuel Economy The bottom displays the best average fuel economy AFE that is achieved for a selected distance The top displ...

Page 133: ...Press V while an item is highlighted to select or deselect that item When an item is selected a checkmark will appear next to it DIC Info Pages The following is the list of all possible DIC info page displays Some may not be available for your particular vehicle Some items may not be turned on by default but can be turned on through the Options app See DIC Info Page Options earlier in this section...

Page 134: ...ccurately until the next oil change To reset the engine oil life system press and hold V for several seconds while the Oil Life display is active See Engine Oil Life System 0 283 Tire Pressure Shows the approximate pressures of all four tires Tire pressure is displayed in either kilopascal kPa or in pounds per square inch psi If the pressure is low the value for that tire is shown in amber See Tir...

Page 135: ...tion which comes from a roadway database in the onboard navigation if equipped Battery Voltage Displays the current battery voltage if equipped Battery voltage changes are normal while driving See Charging System Light 0 120 If there is a problem with the battery charging system the DIC will display a message Oil Pressure Oil pressure is displayed in either kilopascal kPa or in pounds per square i...

Page 136: ...nd Bulb Replacement Wiper Washer Systems Doors and Windows Seat Belts Airbag Systems Engine and Transmission Tire Pressure Battery Engine Power Messages ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED This message displays when the vehicle s propulsion power is reduced Reduced propulsion power can affect the vehicle s ability to accelerate If this message is on but there is no observed reduction in performance proceed to...

Page 137: ...e center stack or touch h on the infotainment screen to return to the previous menu or exit Turn the ignition on to access the Settings menu then select SETTINGS from the Home Page on the infotainment display Personalization Menus The following list of menu items may be available Time and Date Rear Seat Reminder Language Valet Mode Teen Driver Radio Vehicle Bluetooth Apple CarPlay Android Auto Voi...

Page 138: ...in Radio Setup under Home Page 0 153 or Manage Favorites in Settings under Radio in the infotainment manual Number of Favorites Shown Touch to set the number of favorites to display Select the desired number or select Auto and the infotainment system will automatically adjust the number of favorites shown Audible Touch Feedback This allows Audible Touch Feedback to be turned on or off Select Off o...

Page 139: ...parking lamps taillamps and most of the interior lamps to turn on briefly when K on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is pressed to locate the vehicle Select Off or On Exit Lighting This allows the selection of how long the exterior lamps stay on when leaving the vehicle when it is dark outside Select Off 30 Seconds 60 Seconds or 120 Seconds Power Door Locks Select and the following may dis...

Page 140: ...ch doors will unlock when pressing K on the RKE transmitter Select All Doors or Driver Door Remote Start Auto Heat Seats If equipped and turned on this feature will turn the heated seats on when using remote start on cold days Select Off or On Bluetooth Select and the following may display Pair New Device Device Management Ringtones Voice Mail Numbers Text Message Alerts Pair New Device Select to ...

Page 141: ...evices Android Auto This feature allows Android devices to be connected to the infotainment system through a USB port See Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 0 184 Select Off or On Manage Android Auto Devices Select to manage Android devices Android Auto must be on for this feature to be accessed See Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 0 184 Voice Select and the following may display Confidence Threshold Pr...

Page 142: ...ision Camera RVC 0 250 Return to Factory Settings Select and the following may display Restore Vehicle Settings Clear All Private Data Restore Radio Settings Restore Vehicle Settings This allows selection of restoring vehicle settings Select Restore or Cancel Clear All Private Data Select to clear all private information from the vehicle Select Delete or Cancel Restore Radio Settings This allows s...

Page 143: ... Instrument Panel Illumination Control 147 Cargo Lamp 147 Dome Lamps 147 Reading Lamps 148 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 148 Exit Lighting 148 Battery Load Management 148 Battery Power Protection 149 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 149 Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel O Turns off the automatic headlam...

Page 144: ... turned on while the vehicle is off the headlamps will stay on for 10 minutes before turning off to prevent the battery from being drained Turn the headlamp control off and then back to the headlamp on position to make the headlamps stay on for an additional 10 minutes To keep the lamps on for more than 10 minutes the ignition must be on or in ACC ACCESSORY If equipped this turns on the fog lamps ...

Page 145: ...on The taillamps sidemarker lamps instrument panel lights and other lamps will not be on When it begins to get dark the automatic headlamp system switches from DRL to the headlamps To turn off the DRL turn the exterior lamp control to O and then release For vehicles first sold in Canada off will only work when the vehicle is parked Automatic Headlamp System When the exterior lamp control is set to...

Page 146: ...hen the wipers are not operating these lamps turn off Move the exterior lamp control to O or to disable this feature Hazard Warning Flashers Press to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on the vehicle s turn signals will not work Turn and Lane Change Signals An arrow on the instrument cluster flashes i...

Page 147: ... ON will also appear in the Driver Information Center DIC To turn the chime and message off move the turn signal lever to the off position Fog Lamps If equipped the control is on the center of the exterior lamp control to the left of the steering column The ignition must be on for the fog lamps to come on Press to turn the fog lamps on or off A light will come on in the instrument cluster When the...

Page 148: ...im the lights Cargo Lamp The cargo lamp provides more light in the cargo area of the vehicle if needed The lights inside of the pickup box also turn on if equipped Press the switch down to turn the cargo lamp on or off The shift lever must be in the P Park position to operate the cargo lamp Dome Lamps The interior lamps control in the overhead console controls both the front and rear interior lamp...

Page 149: ...ersonalization 0 136 Exit Lighting Some exterior lamps and the interior lamps come on at night or in areas with limited lighting when the key is removed from the ignition The exterior and interior lamps remain on for a set amount of time and then automatically turn off The interior lamps do not come on if the dome lamp control is in the Off position The exterior lamps turn off immediately by turni...

Page 150: ...le speed to generate more power whenever needed It can temporarily reduce the power demands of some accessories Normally these actions occur in steps or levels without being noticeable In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action this action may be noticeable to the driver If so a DIC message might be displayed and it is recommended that the driver reduce the electrical loads as much a...

Page 151: ...ging 183 Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 184 Trademarks and License Agreements Trademarks and License Agreements 185 Introduction Infotainment Base radio information is included in this manual See the infotainment manual for information on other available infotainment systems Read the following pages to become familiar with the features Warning Taking your eyes off the road for too long or too ofte...

Page 152: ...et up the audio by presetting favorite stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Set up phone numbers in advance so they can be called easily by pressing a single control or by using a single voice command if equipped with Bluetooth phone capability See Defensive Driving 0 199 To play the infotainment system with the ignition off see Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 220 Theft Deterrent Fe...

Page 153: ... 7 Radio Press and release to go to the previous station or channel Press and hold to fast seek the next strongest previous station or channel USB BT Music Pictures Press and hold to go to the previous content Press and hold to fast rewind 3 O Press to turn the power on Press and hold to turn the power off Press to mute the system when on Turn to decrease or increase the volume ...

Page 154: ...B iPod Bluetooth Audio or AUX See AM FM Radio 0 154 Satellite Radio 0 156 USB Port 0 159 Bluetooth Audio 0 165 or Auxiliary Jack 0 165 Gallery Touch to view a picture See USB Port 0 159 Phone Touch to activate the phone features if equipped See Bluetooth Infotainment Controls 0 178 or Bluetooth Overview 0 172 or Bluetooth Voice Recognition 0 174 Projection Touch to access supported devices when co...

Page 155: ... public hotspot touch SETTINGS on the Home Page followed by Wi Fi and then Manage Wi Fi Networks Select the appropriate Wi Fi network and follow the on screen prompts Download speeds may vary On most compatible mobile devices activation of the Wi Fi hotspot is in the Settings menu under Mobile Network Sharing Personal Hotspot Mobile Hotspot or similar Availability of Over the Air vehicle software ...

Page 156: ... or Balance Adjust the front rear or left right speakers by dragging the dot in the vehicle image on the screen Touch 3 to go back to the source screen Selecting an Auxiliary Device Connect the auxiliary device to the AUX input terminal Play will begin when the system has finished reading the information on the device If the AUX device is already connected press AUDIO Source then select the device...

Page 157: ...set button tune to the new desired radio station and touch and hold the preset button Satellite Radio SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service Vehicles with an SXM Satellite Radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM Satellite Radio subscription can receive SiriusXM programming SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces SiriusXM Satellite Radio has a wid...

Page 158: ...lay the detail menu item 3 Touch 0 to return to the previous menu Channel List 1 Touch SXM Channel List from the SXM menu The channel list is displayed 2 Touch Q or R to find the desired channel Tune to the channel by selecting it Tone Settings From the tone settings menu the sound features can be set up for SiriusXM audio and each audio player s functions 1 Touch Tone Settings The tone settings s...

Page 159: ...the treble on the radio SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service If equipped SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service provides digital radio reception Tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals causing the sound to fade in and out In addition traveling or standing under heavy foliage bridges garages or tunnels may cause loss of the SiriusXM signal for a period of time Cell Phone Usage Cell...

Page 160: ...e devices may be connected USB Supported Devices USB flash drives Portable USB hard drives iPod iPhone devices Not all iPods and USB drives are compatible with the USB port Make sure the iPod has the latest firmware from Apple for proper operation iPod firmware can be updated using the latest iTunes application See www apple com itunes For help with identifying your iPod go to www apple com suppor...

Page 161: ... be compatible with the ID3 Tag V1 and V2 formats Using a USB Storage Device or iPod iPhone Use a USB or flash memory type storage device Do not connect using a USB adaptor Do not connect and reconnect the USB device repeatedly in a short time as this may cause static electricity and problems using the device Use a USB device with a metal connecting terminal Connection with i Stick Type USB storag...

Page 162: ... are sorted in alphabetical order Some iPod iPhone models may not support the connectivity or functionality of this product Only connect the iPod iPhone with connection cables supported by iPod iPhone products Other connection cables cannot be used The iPod iPhone may be damaged if it is connected to the vehicle with the ignition on When not in use disconnect the iPod iPhone When the iPod iPhone i...

Page 163: ...revious file Returning to the Beginning of the Current File Touch g after five seconds of the playback time Scanning Forward or Backward Touch and hold g or l during playback to rewind or fast forward Release the button to resume playback at normal speed Playing a File Randomly Touch Z during playback ON Plays all files randomly OFF Returns to normal playback Using the USB Music Menu Touch Menu du...

Page 164: ...witch to the previous audio function If the iPod iPhone is already connected 1 Press 2 Touch AUDIO 3 Touch Source 4 Touch iPod To stop the device and select another media source touch Source then select the other source To remove the device select another function then remove the device Pause Touch j to pause Touch r to resume Changing to Next Previous Song Touch l to change to the next song Touch...

Page 165: ...ures 1 Connect the USB device to the USB port 2 Touch the screen to open to full screen Touch the screen again to return to the previous screen If the USB device is already connected 1 Touch 2 Touch GALLERY Some features are disabled while the vehicle is in motion Viewing a Slide Show 1 Touch z from the picture screen 2 Touch the screen to cancel the slide show during the slide show playback Viewi...

Page 166: ... equipped music may be played from a paired Bluetooth device See Pairing in Bluetooth Infotainment Controls 0 178 or Bluetooth Overview 0 172 or Bluetooth Voice Recognition 0 174 for help pairing a device Volume and song selection may be controlled by using the infotainment controls or the phone device If Bluetooth Audio is selected and nothing is heard check the volume setting on both the phone d...

Page 167: ...s that require multiple manual interactions to complete are supported by voice commands For example tasks that take more than one or two button presses such as selecting a song or artist to play from a media device would be supported by voice commands Other tasks like adjusting the volume or seeking up or down are audio features that are easily performed by pressing one or two buttons and are not ...

Page 168: ...g the supported actions Short prompts The short prompts provide simple instructions about what can be stated If a command is not spoken the voice recognition system says a help prompt Prompts and Screen Displays While a voice recognition session is active there will be corresponding buttons on screens displayed Manual interaction in the voice recognition session is permitted Interaction during a v...

Page 169: ...can be spoken in a single command For example Call Dave Smith at work Play followed by the artist or song name or Tune followed by the radio station number There is no need to memorize specific command words Direct commands might be more clearly understood by the system An example of a direct command would be Call 555 1212 Examples of these direct commands are displayed on most of the screens whil...

Page 170: ...the prompt and a beep will be heard Doing this will stop the help prompt so that a voice command can be used Voice Recognition for the Radio Select the g screen button to launch audio voice recognition If the voice button is touched in a radio screen the voice commands for radio and media features are available Switch to AM Switch bands to AM and tune to the last AM radio station Switch to FM Swit...

Page 171: ...ed in the command Play Audiobook Begin a dialog to enter a specific name Play Audiobook audiobook name Begin playback of the media selection identified in the command Play Episode Begin a dialog to enter a specific name Play Episode episode name Begin playback of the media selection identified in the command Play Podcast Begin a dialog to enter a specific name Play Podcast podcast name Begin playb...

Page 172: ... 4 000 The system will provide feedback the first time voice recognition is initiated if it has become apparent that any of these limits are reached during a device initializing process Voice Recognition for the Phone Call contact name Initiate a call to an entered contact The command may include location if the contact has location numbers stored Call contact name At Home At Work On Mobile or On ...

Page 173: ...s are included in this manual See the infotainment manual for instructions on the uplevel radios Bluetooth capable systems can interact with many cell phones allowing Placement and receipt of calls in a hands free mode Sharing of the cell phone s address book or contact list with the vehicle To minimize driver distraction before driving and with the vehicle parked Become familiar with the features...

Page 174: ...trols For information about how to navigate the menu system using the infotainment controls see Overview 0 152 Press to go to the Home Page See Home Page 0 153 Select to enter the phone main menu See Bluetooth Infotainment Controls 0 178 or Bluetooth Overview 0 172 or Bluetooth Voice Recognition 0 174 Voice Recognition If equipped the voice recognition system uses commands to control the system an...

Page 175: ... digit code to be confirmed on the cell phone instead of entering a four digit code Check that the same digits are shown on the cell phone and say Yes to confirm Select Confirm on the cell phone as well After the PIN is successfully entered the system prompts you to provide a name for the paired cell phone This name will be used to indicate which phones are paired and connected to the vehicle The ...

Page 176: ...number to be stored as a name tag by entering the digits one at a time Delete This command is used to delete individual name tags Delete All Name Tags This command deletes all stored name tags in the Hands Free Calling Directory and the Destinations Directory Using the Store Command 1 Press g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Store 3 Say the entire phone number or a group of digit...

Page 177: ...g Digit Dial This command allows a phone number to be dialed by entering the digits one at a time Re dial This command is used to dial the last number used on the cell phone Using the Dial or Call Command 1 Press g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Dial or Call 3 Say the entire number without pausing or say the name tag Once connected the person called will be heard through the au...

Page 178: ...by the wireless service carrier Press g to answer an incoming call when another call is active The original call is placed on hold Press g again to return to the original call To ignore the incoming call no action is required Press i to disconnect the current call and switch to the call on hold Three Way Calling Three way calling must be supported on the cell phone and enabled by the wireless serv...

Page 179: ...an send numbers and the numbers stored as name tags during a call You can use this feature when calling a menu driven phone system Account numbers can also be stored for use Sending a Number or Name Tag During a Call 1 Press g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Dial 3 Say the number or name tag to send Clearing the System Unless information is deleted out of the in vehicle Bluetoot...

Page 180: ...hone book download on the phone Pairing a Phone SSP and No Paired Device When there is no paired device on the infotainment system and Simple Secure Pairing SSP is supported 1 Press 2 Touch PHONE press on the center stack or press g on the steering wheel without OnStar 3 Touch Search Device 4 Touch the desired device to pair on the searched list screen 5 Touch Yes on the pop up screen of the Bluet...

Page 181: ...nfotainment system are successfully paired the PHONE screen is displayed on the infotainment system When the connection fails a failure message is displayed on the infotainment system If a Bluetooth device was previously connected the infotainment system executes the auto connection However if the Bluetooth setting on the Bluetooth device is turned off a failure message is displayed on the infotai...

Page 182: ...tings 3 Touch Bluetooth then Device Management 4 Touch the name of the device to be disconnected 5 Touch Disconnect Deleting a Bluetooth Device 1 Press 2 Touch Settings 3 Touch Bluetooth then Device Management 4 Touch the device to delete 5 Touch Y 6 Touch Delete Bluetooth Music Before playing Bluetooth music read the following information A cell phone or Bluetooth device that supports Advanced Au...

Page 183: ...ginning of the Current Song Touch g after two seconds of playback time Search Touch and hold g or l to rewind or fast forward Playing Music Randomly Touch Z during playback Touch again to return to normal play This function may not be supported depending on the Bluetooth device Do not change the track too quickly when playing Bluetooth music Conditions that may occur when playing Bluetooth music I...

Page 184: ... the text message Viewing Sender Information If equipped select the name of the sender to view sender information if this information matches contact information already stored Select a Predefined Message Select from a set of quick messages Select the message to send Predefined Messages These are short text messages that can be used to send so responses will not have to be typed The messages can b...

Page 185: ...o Select Disable to remove Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability from the vehicle Settings menu Other functions may still work PROJECTION on the Home Page will change to Android Auto or Apple CarPlay depending on the phone Android Auto and or Apple CarPlay may automatically launch upon USB connection If not touch the ANDROID AUTO and or APPLE CARPLAY icon on the Home Page to launch Press on th...

Page 186: ...ge Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement available at www siriusxm com SiriusXM service only available in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada In Canada Some deterioration of service may occur in extreme northern latitudes This is beyond the control of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Explicit Language Notice Channels with frequent explicit language are indicated with an XL preceding the chann...

Page 187: ...0 to present Gracenote Gracenote Software copyright 2000 to present Gracenote One or more patents owned by Gracenote may apply to this product and service See the Gracenote website for a non exhaustive list of applicable Gracenote patents Gracenote CDDB MusicID MediaVOCS the Gracenote logo and logotype and the Powered by Gracenote logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Gracenote in...

Page 188: ...own name The Gracenote service uses a unique identifier to track queries for statistical purposes The purpose of a randomly assigned numeric identifier is to allow the Gracenote service to count queries without knowing anything about who you are For more information see the web page for the Gracenote Privacy Policy for the Gracenote service The Gracenote Software and each item of Gracenote Data ar...

Page 189: ...NX Portions of this software are copyright 2008 2013 QNX Software Systems All rights reserved Part C EULA Copyright 2013 Software Systems GmbH Co KG All Rights Reserved The product you have purchased Product contains Software Runtime Configuration No 505962 Software which is distributed by or on behalf of the Product manufacturer Manufacturer under license from Software Systems Co QSSC You may onl...

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Page 191: ...l GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 11349743 2018 crc 10 12 17 190 Infotainment System respective owners The use of such marks in this product does not imply any sponsorship approval or endorsement by such companies of this product ...

Page 192: ... this system the heating cooling and ventilation can be controlled 1 Fan Control 2 A C Air Conditioning 3 Air Delivery Mode Controls 4 Defrost 5 TEMP Temperature Control 6 Rear Window Defogger If Equipped 7 Air Recirculation TEMP Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle 9 Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed T...

Page 193: ...rculation An indicator light comes on Air is recirculated to quickly cool the inside of the vehicle It can also be used to help reduce outside air and odors that enter the vehicle 8 If equipped press to turn on outside air An indicator light comes on Outside air is circulated throughout the vehicle A C Press to turn the air conditioning system on or off An indicator light comes on to show that the...

Page 194: ... Fan Speed Air Delivery Mode Air Conditioning Recirculation When AUTO is lit all functions operate automatically Each function can also be manually set Functions not manually set will continue to be automatically controlled To place the system in full automatic operation 1 Press AUTO 2 Set the temperature To find your comfort setting start with 22 C 72 F and allow the system time to stabilize Then...

Page 195: ...AUTO to return to automatic operation Y Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets Air is divided between the instrument panel and floor outlets Air is directed to the floor outlets with some to the windshield outboard instrument panel outlets side window outlets and second row floor outlets This mode clears the windows of fog or moisture Air is directed to the windshield floor outlets outboa...

Page 196: ... The rear window defogger only works when the ignition is on The defogger also turns off if the ignition is turned to off or ACC ACCESSORY Caution Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window can damage the rear window defogger Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not clear the inside rear window with sharp objects Heated Mirrors If equipped with heated ou...

Page 197: ...tem Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air filter reduces dust pollen and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle The filter will need to be replaced periodically See Maintenance Schedule 0 365 Using the climate control system without an air filter inst...

Page 198: ...ngine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 223 Running the Vehicle While Parked 223 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 224 Manual Mode 227 Tow Haul Mode 229 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission 229 Drive Systems Four Wheel Drive 231 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 238 Parking Brake 239 Brake Assist 239 Hill Start Assist HSA 240 Ride Control Systems Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 24...

Page 199: ...keep your hands on the steering wheel and focus your attention on driving Do not use a phone in demanding driving situations Use a hands free method to place or receive necessary phone calls Watch the road Do not read take notes or look up information on phones or other electronic devices Designate a front seat passenger to handle potential distractions Become familiar with vehicle features before...

Page 200: ...rceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle Braking steering and accelerating are important factors in helping...

Page 201: ...d Normal use of the power steering assist should return when the system cools down See your dealer if there is a problem Curve Tips Take curves at a reasonable speed Reduce speed before entering a curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed through the curve Wait until the vehicle is out of the curve before accelerating gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are some situations wh...

Page 202: ...nditions Stopping distance can be longer and vehicle control can be affected when traction is reduced by water snow ice gravel or other material on the road Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Try to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including reducing vehicle speed by shif...

Page 203: ...e improper airflow to the engine Reattach the front fascia air dam after off road driving Loading the Vehicle for Off Road Driving Warning Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain You or your passengers can be struck by flying objects Secure the cargo properly Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and as low as possible The Continued Warning Conti...

Page 204: ...aching the top of the hill Use headlamps even during the day to make the vehicle more visible Warning Driving to the top of a hill at high speed can cause an accident There could be a drop off embankment cliff or even another vehicle You could be seriously injured or killed As you near the top of a hill slow down and stay alert Never go downhill forward or backward with either the transmission or ...

Page 205: ...e vehicle can roll backward quickly and you could lose control If driving downhill when the vehicle stalls shift to a lower gear release the parking brake and drive straight down the hill 3 If the vehicle cannot be restarted after stalling set the parking brake shift into P Park and turn the vehicle off 3 1 Leave the vehicle and seek help 3 2 Stay clear of the path the vehicle would take if it rol...

Page 206: ...s easy to lose control Reduce vehicle speed when driving on hard packed snow and ice Warning Driving on frozen lakes ponds or rivers can be dangerous Ice conditions vary greatly and the vehicle could fall through the ice you and your passengers could drown Drive your vehicle on safe surfaces only Driving in Water Warning Driving through rushing water can be dangerous Deep water can sweep your vehi...

Page 207: ...s They might not work as well in a quick stop and could cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car vehicle wash lightly apply the brake pedal until the brakes work normally Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces Driving through flowing water could cause the vehicle to be carried away If this happens you and other v...

Page 208: ...lways have the engine running and the vehicle in gear Drive at speeds that keep the vehicle in its own lane Do not swing wide or cross the center line Be alert on top of hills something could be in your lane e g stalled car accident Pay attention to special road signs e g falling rocks area winding roads long grades passing or no passing zones and take appropriate action Winter Driving Driving on ...

Page 209: ...contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death If the vehicle is stuck in snow Clear snow from the base of the vehicle especially any blocking the exhaust pipe Open a window about 5 cm 2 in on the vehicle side that is away from the wind to bring in fresh air Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Adjust the climate contr...

Page 210: ...Continued damage Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 56 km h 35 mph For information about using tire chains on the vehicle see Tire Chains 0 332 Rocking the Vehicle to Get It Out Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels For four wheel drive vehicles shift into Four Wheel Drive High Turn the TCS off Shift back and forth between R Rever...

Page 211: ... options Two labels on the vehicle may show how much weight it was designed to carry the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification Tire label Warning Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR This can cause systems to break and change the way the vehicle handles This could cause los...

Page 212: ...d 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo...

Page 213: ...7 kg 700 lb Example 2 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 453 kg 1 000 lb 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lb 5 340 kg 750 lb 3 Available Cargo Weight 113 kg 250 lb Example 3 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 453 kg 1 000 lb 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 91 kg 200 lb 5 453 kg 1 000 lb 3 Available Cargo Weight 0 kg 0 lb Refer to the Tire and Loading Information label for specific informa...

Page 214: ...AWR To find out the actual loads on the front and rear axles weigh the vehicle at a weigh station Your dealer can help with this Be sure to spread the load equally on both sides of the centerline Warning In the case of a sudden stop or collision things carried in the bed of your truck could shift forward and come into the passenger area injuring you and others If you put things in the bed of your ...

Page 215: ...ad driving in this manual See Loading the Vehicle for Off Road Driving under Off Road Driving 0 201 Two Tiered Loading Depending on the model of the pickup an upper load platform can be created by positioning three or four 5 cm 2 in by 15 cm 6 in wooden planks across the width of the pickup box The planks must be inserted in the pickup box depressions When using this upper load platform be sure th...

Page 216: ...ipment should not exceed 454 kg 1 000 lb Loading Points 1 Primary Load Points 2 Secondary Load Areas 3 GM Approved Accessory Mounting Points Structural members 1 and 2 are included in the pickup box design Additional accessories should use these load points Depending on the accessory design use a spacer under the accessory at the load points to remove gap The holes for GM approved accessories 3 ar...

Page 217: ...he new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean Continued Caution Continued premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Trailer Towing 0 261 for the trailer towing capabilities of the vehicle and more information Following break in engine speed and load can be ...

Page 218: ...th a manual transmission Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF 4 Set the parking brake See Parking Brake 0 239 Warning Turning off the vehicle while moving may cause loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags While driving only shut the vehicle off in an emergency If the vehicle cannot be pulled over and must be shut off while driving turn the ignition to ACC ACCESSORY ...

Page 219: ...ge would not be covered by the vehicle warranty See Add On Electrical Equipment 0 272 Place the transmission in the proper gear Automatic Transmission Move the shift lever to P Park or N Neutral The engine will not start in any other position To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving use N Neutral only Caution Do not try to shift to P Park if the vehicle is moving If you do you coul...

Page 220: ...tely after starting it Operate the engine and transmission gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts Engine Heater If the vehicle has a diesel engine see the Duramax diesel supplement Warning Do not plug in the engine block heater while the vehicle is parked in a garage or under a carport Property damage or personal injury may result Always park the vehicle in a clear open area...

Page 221: ...Do not operate the vehicle with the heater cord permanently attached to the vehicle Possible heater cord and thermostat damage could occur While in use do not let the heater cord touch vehicle parts or sharp edges Never close the hood on the heater cord Before starting the vehicle unplug the cord reattach the cover to the plug and securely fasten the cord Keep the cord away from any moving parts 4...

Page 222: ...the ignition key to off 5 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave the vehicle with the ignition key in your hand the vehicle is in P Park Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running Warning It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine running The vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set Continued Warning Contin...

Page 223: ...lease system The shift lock release is designed to Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P Park Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P Park unless the ignition is on and the regular brake pedal is applied To shift out of P Park 1 Apply the brake pedal 2 Press the button on the shift lever 3 Move the shift lever to the desired position If you still are unable to shift out ...

Page 224: ...s in areas with poor ventilation parking garages tunnels deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage The vehicle exhaust system has been modified damaged or improperly repaired Continued Warning Continued There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or aftermarket modif...

Page 225: ...P This position locks the drive wheels Use P Park when starting the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily When parked on a hill especially when the vehicle has a heavy load you might notice an increase in the effort to shift out of P Park See Torque Lock under Shifting Into Park 0 221 Warning It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parki...

Page 226: ... not connect with the wheels To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving use N Neutral only Warning Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed C...

Page 227: ...tive shift control process continually compares key shift parameters to pre programmed ideal shifts stored in the transmission s computer The transmission constantly makes adjustments to improve vehicle performance according to how the vehicle is being used such as with a heavy load or when the temperature changes During this adaptive shift control process shifting might feel different as the tran...

Page 228: ...speed When the shift lever is moved from D Drive to L Manual Mode a number displays next to the L indicating the current transmission range This number is the highest gear that the transmission will command while operating in L Manual Mode All gears below that number are available As driving conditions change the transmission can automatically shift to lower gears For example when L5 is selected 1...

Page 229: ...m D Drive to L Manual Mode Tow Haul engaged L6 L5 L4 L3 L3 L3 L2 L1 Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode is active See Tow Haul Mode 0 229 While using Range Selection Mode cruise control and the Tow Haul Mode can be used Caution Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission The repair will not be co...

Page 230: ...he Tow Haul Mode on and off by pressing the button on the center stack When the Tow Haul Mode is enabled a light on the instrument cluster will come on See Tow Haul Mode Light 0 124 and Hill and Mountain Roads 0 207 Also see Tow Haul Mode under Towing Equipment 0 264 If the vehicle has a diesel engine the Tow Haul button activates the exhaust brake system simultaneously See Exhaust Brake in the Du...

Page 231: ...eutral and let up on the clutch Then press the clutch pedal back down and shift into 1 First 2 Second Press the clutch pedal fully to the pedal stop while letting up on the accelerator pedal and shift into 2 Second Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal 3 Third 4 Fourth 5 Fifth and 6 Sixth Shift into 3 Third 4 Fourth 5 Fifth and 6 Sixth the same way you do for 2 ...

Page 232: ... one gear at a time when downshifting Shift Indicator This light comes on when an up shift is recommended for best fuel economy The number displayed with the arrow indicates the recommended gear Drive Systems Four Wheel Drive If equipped four wheel drive engages the front axle for extra traction Caution Do not drive on clean dry pavement in 4 m or 4 n for an extended period of time These condition...

Page 233: ...iTrak off See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 240 Electronic Transfer Case Use the transfer case knob next to the steering wheel to shift into and out of four wheel drive for extra traction All of the lights will blink on then off momentarily when the ignition is turned on The light that remains on will indicate the state of the transfer case If the indicator mark on the switch doe...

Page 234: ...ontrol 0 240 4 m Four Wheel Drive High Use when extra traction is needed The front axle engages and helps when driving on snowy or icy roads and when off roading The vehicle can be shifted from 2 m to 4 m while the vehicle is moving Shifting Into 4 m Turn the knob to 4 m at any speed up to 121 km h 75 mph except from 4 n The indicator light will flash while shifting and will remain on the selected...

Page 235: ...art the vehicle or turn the ignition on 4 Shift the transmission to N Neutral 5 Shift the transfer case to 2 m 6 Turn the transfer case knob clockwise to N Neutral until it stops and hold it there until the N Neutral light starts blinking This will take at least 10 seconds Then slowly release the knob to the 4 n position The N Neutral light will come on when the transfer case shift to N Neutral is...

Page 236: ...urned on The light that remains on will indicate the state of the transfer case If the indicator mark on the switch does not match up with the light then that likely means the switch was moved when the ignition was off The indicator mark on the switch must line up with the indicator light before a shift can be commanded To command a shift rotate the transfer case switch to the new desired position...

Page 237: ...se 4 n when driving off road in deep sand deep mud or deep snow and while climbing or descending steep hills Shifting into 4 n will turn Traction Control and StabiliTrak off See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 240 Shifting Into 4 m or AUTO Turn the knob to the 4 m or AUTO position at any speed except from 4 n The indicator light will flash while shifting and will remain on when the...

Page 238: ...age the transfer case If the transmission is in gear and or moving more than 5 km h 3 mph the 4 m AUTO or 2 m indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but will not complete the shift With the vehicle moving less than 5 km h 3 mph and the transmission in N Neutral attempt the shift again Shifting Into N Neutral To shift 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Set the parking brake and press and ho...

Page 239: ...d while this test is going on and it may even be noticed that the brake pedal moves a little This is normal If there is a problem with ABS this warning light stays on See Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 0 123 If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to avoid a sudden obstacle a computer senses the wheels are slowing down If one of ...

Page 240: ...parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down then push down momentarily on the parking brake pedal until you feel the pedal release Slowly pull your foot up off the parking brake pedal If the parking brake is not released when you begin to drive the brake system warning light will flash and a chime will sound warning you that the parking brake is still on If you are towing a trailer and are par...

Page 241: ...braking pressure for a maximum of two seconds to ensure that there is no rolling The brakes will automatically release when the accelerator pedal is applied within the two second window It will not activate if the vehicle is in a drive gear and facing downhill or if the vehicle is facing uphill and in R Reverse Ride Control Systems Traction Control Electronic Stability Control System Operation The...

Page 242: ...ter in this section When the transfer case if equipped is in 4 n the stability system is automatically disabled and g comes on in the instrument cluster Both TCS and StabiliTrak are automatically disabled The indicator light for both systems is in the instrument cluster This light will Flash when TCS is limiting wheel spin Flash when StabiliTrak is activated Turn on and stay on when either system ...

Page 243: ...f StabiliTrak will automatically turn on if the vehicle exceeds 56 km h 35 mph TCS will remain off until g is pressed or until the ignition is turned off and then back on Adding accessories can affect the vehicle performance See Accessories and Modifications 0 276 Turning the Systems Off and On ZR2 Only The button for TCS and StabiliTrak is on the center stack Caution Do not repeatedly brake or ac...

Page 244: ...rak off message displays in the instrument cluster To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on again press and release g i and g in the instrument cluster will turn off StabiliTrak will not automatically turn on while in Off Road Mode TCS and StabiliTrak will remain off in Off Road Mode until g is pressed or the ignition is turned off and then back on Hill Descent Control HDC If equipped HDC can be used when d...

Page 245: ...ructing the driver to reduce speed for HDC operation Cruise control will not function while HDC is enabled and vehicle speed is below 40 km h 25 mph Driver Mode Control ZR2 Only If equipped the Off Road Driving Mode attempts to maximize performance on terrain with limited traction It is turned on by pressing and releasing 7 on the center of the transfer case knob located on the instrument panel Th...

Page 246: ...e most traction to move the vehicle For vehicles with the limited slip differential driven under severe conditions the rear axle fluid should be changed See Maintenance Schedule 0 365 Locking Rear Axle If equipped the locking rear axle can give the vehicle additional traction from the rear wheels when traveling in off road situations such as mud snow steep hills and uneven terrain Caution If you t...

Page 247: ...on when traveling in off road situations such as mud snow steep hills and uneven terrain Caution If you try to lock the axle while the vehicle is stuck and the tires are spinning the vehicle s drivetrain could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always lock the axle before attempting situations and or navigating terrain that could cause the vehicle to become stuck C...

Page 248: ...ed prior to axle lock it will be automatically enabled when the locking front axle is disengaged After pressing the switch to unlock the axle it may remain locked due to torque in the driveline The axle is more easily unlocked by turning the steering wheel to the right and to the left while traveling at a low speed Cruise Control With cruise control a speed of about 40 km h 25 mph or more can be m...

Page 249: ...dicator comes on in the instrument cluster when cruise control is turned on RES If there is a set speed in memory press briefly to resume to that speed or press and hold to accelerate If cruise control is already active use to increase vehicle speed SET Press briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control If cruise control is already active use to decrease vehicle speed Press to disengage cr...

Page 250: ...tem is already activated Press and hold SET until the desired lower speed is reached then release it To slow down in small increments briefly press SET For each press the vehicle goes about 1 6 km h 1 mph slower The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric units See Driver Information Center DIC Base Level 0 129 or Driver Information Center DIC Uplevel 0 131 The increment v...

Page 251: ... these camera s Always check behind and around the vehicle before driving Failure to use proper care may result in injury death or vehicle damage The RVC system is designed to help the driver when backing up by displaying a view of the area behind the vehicle When the ignition is on and the driver shifts the vehicle into R Reverse the video image automatically appears on the infotainment screen Th...

Page 252: ...d images may be further or closer than they appear The following illustrations show the field of view that the camera provides 1 View displayed by the camera 1 View displayed by the camera 2 Corner of the rear bumper When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly The RVC system may not work properly or display a clear image if It is dark The sun or the beam of headlamps are shining directly into t...

Page 253: ...can be disabled with either the FCA steering wheel control or if equipped through vehicle personalization See Collision Detection Systems under Vehicle Personalization 0 136 Detecting the Vehicle Ahead FCA warnings will not occur unless the FCA system detects a vehicle ahead When a vehicle is detected the vehicle ahead indicator will display green Vehicles may not be detected on curves highway exi...

Page 254: ... until it is changed and will affect the timing of both the Collision Alert and the Tailgating Alert features The timing of both alerts will vary based on vehicle speed The faster the vehicle speed the farther away the alert will occur Consider traffic and weather conditions when selecting the alert timing The range of selectable alert timing may not be appropriate for all drivers and driving cond...

Page 255: ...ld headlamps and camera sensors clean and in good repair Do not use LDW in bad weather conditions How the System Works The LDW camera sensor is on the windshield ahead of the rearview mirror To turn LDW on and off press on the center stack The control indicator will light when LDW is on When LDW is on is green if LDW is available to warn of a lane departure If the vehicle crosses a detected lane m...

Page 256: ...85 or FlexFuel Do not use gasoline with ethanol levels greater than 15 by volume Use regular unleaded gasoline meeting ASTM specification D4814 with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher Do not use gasoline with a posted octane rating of less than 87 as this may cause engine knock and will lower fuel economy Prohibited Fuels Caution Do not use fuels with any of the following conditions doing so m...

Page 257: ...s a smog check test See Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light 0 120 If this occurs return to your authorized dealer for diagnosis If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs may not be covered by the vehicle warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries The U S Canada and Mexico post fuel octane ratings in anti knock index AKI For fuel not to use in a foreign co...

Page 258: ...e driver side of the vehicle To open the fuel door push and release the rearward center edge of the door The vehicle has a capless refueling system and does not have a fuel cap The filling nozzle must be fully inserted and latched prior to starting fuel flow Warning Overfilling the fuel tank by more than three clicks of a standard fill nozzle may cause Continued Warning Continued Vehicle performan...

Page 259: ...ve and clean the funnel adapter and return to the storage location Filling a Portable Fuel Container Warning Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the fuel vapor You can be badly burned and the vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others Dispense fuel only into approved containers Do not ...

Page 260: ...ake starts at full throttle Vehicles can tow in D Drive Shift the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy loads and or hilly conditions If equipped with 4WD see Four Wheel Drive 0 231 before pulling a trailer Warning When towing a trailer exhaust gases may collect at the rear of the vehicle and enter if the liftgate trunk hatch or rear most window is open When...

Page 261: ...aution Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle The vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so the trailer will not strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance If the tra...

Page 262: ...in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the brake pedal Then apply the parking brake and shift into P Park 5 Release the brake pedal Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply and hold the brake pedal 2 Start the engine 3 Shift into a gear 4 Release the parking brake 5 Let up on the brake pedal 6 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 7 Stop and h...

Page 263: ...onomy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly The following information has many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers Read this section carefully before pulling a trailer Weight of the Trailer Safe trailering requires monitoring the weight speed altitude road grades o...

Page 264: ... the vehicle weight The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo carried in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle as well as trailer tongue weight Vehicle options equipment passengers and cargo in the vehicle reduce the amount of tongue weight the vehicle can carry which will also reduce the trailer weight the vehicle can tow In general trailer tongu...

Page 265: ...weight of the trailer tongue If using a weight distributing hitch make sure not to exceed the RGAWR before applying the weight distribution spring bars Weight of the Trailering Combination It is important that the combination of the tow vehicle and trailer does not exceed any of its weight ratings GCWR GVWR RGAWR Trailer Weight Rating or Tongue Weight The only way to be sure it is not exceeding an...

Page 266: ...ver allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes A loaded trailer that weighs more than 900 kg 2 000 lb must be equipped with its own brake system with brakes working on all axles Trailer braking equipment conforming to Canadian Standards Association CSA requirement CAN3 D313 or its equivalent is recommended State and local regulations may also require the trailer to have its own braki...

Page 267: ...anel start at the front of the panel pulling toward the rear of the vehicle and lift upward to disengage the integral clips Tow Haul Mode Press this button on the center stack to turn on and off the Tow Haul Mode This indicator light on the instrument cluster comes on when the Tow Haul Mode is on Tow Haul is a feature that assists when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load See Tow Haul ...

Page 268: ...n vehicles with an ITBC system The power output to the trailer brakes is based on the amount of brake pressure being applied by the vehicle s brake system and on the type of trailer brakes detected This available power output to the trailer brakes can be adjusted to a wide range of trailering situations The ITBC system is integrated with the vehicle s brake antilock brake and StabiliTrak systems I...

Page 269: ...The ITBC system displays messages in the DIC The display page indicates Trailer Gain setting power output to the trailer brakes trailer connection and system operational status To display the Trailer Brake Display Page do any of the following Scroll through the DIC menu pages Press a Trailer Gain button If the Trailer Brake Display Page is not currently displayed press a Trailer Gain button to rec...

Page 270: ...her vehicle brakes or manual trailer brakes are applied Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure Trailer Gain should be set for a specific trailering condition and must be adjusted anytime vehicle loading trailer loading or road surface conditions change Warning Trailer brakes that are over gained or under gained may not stop the vehicle and the trailer as intended and can result in a crash Always follow...

Page 271: ...e is moving this message will continue until the ignition is turned off This message will also turn off if it is acknowledged or if the trailer harness is reconnected There is an electrical fault in the wiring to the trailer brakes This message will continue as long as there is an electrical fault in the trailer wiring This message will also turn off if it is acknowledged To determine if the elect...

Page 272: ...warning light will flash on the instrument cluster Vehicle speed must be reduced If trailer sway continues StabiliTrak can reduce engine torque to help slow the vehicle See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 240 Warning Even if the vehicle is equipped with TSC trailer sway could result in loss of control and the vehicle could crash If excessive trailer sway is detected slow down to a ...

Page 273: ...r brakes are working properly Drive the vehicle with the trailer attached on a level road surface that is free of traffic at about 32 40 km h 20 25 mph and fully apply the manual trailer brake apply lever Also check that the trailer brake lamps and other lamps are functioning correctly If the trailer brakes are not operating properly at any time or if a DIC message indicates problems with the trai...

Page 274: ...rk and would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment Add on equipment can drain the vehicle s 12 volt battery even if the vehicle is not operating The vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle see Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 70 and Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehic...

Page 275: ...ssion Shift Lock Control Function Check 299 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 299 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 300 Wiper Blade Replacement 300 Windshield Replacement 301 Gas Strut s 301 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 302 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 302 Halogen Bulbs 302 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 303 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps 303...

Page 276: ...ats 361 General Information For service and parts needs visit your dealer You will receive genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Warning Most motor vehicles including this one as well as many of its service parts and fluids contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer...

Page 277: ... covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module or software modifications is not covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect remaining warranty coverage for affected parts GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on the vehicle...

Page 278: ... 1 Pull the hood release lever with this symbol on it It is inside the vehicle to the lower left of the steering wheel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle to find the secondary hood release handle The handle is under the front edge of the hood near the center Push the handle to the right and at the same time raise the hood To close the hood 1 Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are pr...

Page 279: ...Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 11349743 2018 crc 10 12 17 278 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 2 5L L4 Engine ...

Page 280: ...ir Cleaner Filter 0 286 3 Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil 0 281 4 Engine Cooling Fan Out of View See Cooling System 0 287 5 Engine Oil Dipstick See Engine Oil 0 281 6 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 306 7 Brake Clutch Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid 0 294 or Hydraulic Clutch 0 285 If Equipped 8 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Washer Fluid 0 293 9 Battery North America 0 295 ...

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Page 282: ...fication and of the proper viscosity grade See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in this section Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level See Checking Engine Oil and When to Add Engine Oil in this section Change the engine oil at the appropriate time See Engine Oil Life System 0 283 Always dispose of engine oil properly See What to Do with Used Oil in this section Checki...

Page 283: ...anation of what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications 0 379 Caution Do not add too much oil Oil levels above or below the acceptable operating range shown on the dipstick are harmful to the engine If you find that you have an oil level above the Continued Caution Continued operating range i e the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above ...

Page 284: ...ation See Specification earlier in this section Engine Oil Additives Engine Oil Flushes Do not add anything to the oil The recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains...

Page 285: ...he proper level If the system is ever reset accidentally the oil must be changed at 5 000 km 3 000 mi since the last oil change Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System Reset the system whenever the engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next engine oil change Always reset the engine oil life to 100 after every oi...

Page 286: ...uid How to Check Manual Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the manual transmission fluid level A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to your dealer and have it repaired as soon as possible See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 374 for the proper fluid to use Hydraulic Clutch For vehicles with a manual transmission it is not nec...

Page 287: ...ke sure that the engine air cleaner filter housing and nearby components are free of dirt and debris Remove the engine air cleaner filter Lightly tap and shake the engine air cleaner filter away from the vehicle to release loose dust and dirt Inspect the engine air cleaner filter for damage and replace if damaged Do not clean the engine air cleaner filter or components with water or compressed air...

Page 288: ...ter housing 5 Pull out the filter 6 Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 7 Reverse Steps 2 5 to reinstall the filter cover housing Warning Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires Use caution when working on the engine and do not drive with the air cl...

Page 289: ... and tools away from any underhood electric fan Warning Do not touch heater or radiator hoses or other engine parts They can be very hot and can burn you Do not run the engine if there is a leak all coolant could leak out That could cause an engine fire and can burn you Fix any leak before driving the vehicle Engine Coolant The cooling system in the vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant m...

Page 290: ...hing other than a mix of DEX COOL coolant that meets GM Standard GMW3420 and clean drinkable water Anything else can cause damage to the engine cooling system and the vehicle which would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Never dispose of engine coolant by putting it in the trash or by pouring it on the ground or into sewers streams or bodies of water Have the coolant changed by an authorized ...

Page 291: ... and you or others could be burned Warning Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system are under pressure Turning the pressure cap even a little can cause them to come out at high speed and you could be burned Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and pressure cap to cool Caution Failure to follow the specific coolant fill...

Page 292: ...s properly and tightly secured Engine Overheating The vehicle has an engine coolant temperature gauge on the instrument cluster to warn of engine overheating See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 0 117 Caution Do not run the engine if there is a leak in the engine cooling system This can cause a loss of all coolant and can damage the system and vehicle Have any leaks fixed right away If the decisio...

Page 293: ... for proper fill and function If the warning continues pull over stop and park the vehicle right away If there is no sign of steam idle the engine for three minutes while parked If the warning is still displayed turn off the engine until it cools down Engine Fan If the vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan when the clutch is engaged the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine I...

Page 294: ...t Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview 0 278 for reservoir location Caution Do not use washer fluid that contains any type of water repellent coating This can cause the wiper blades to chatter or skip Do not use engine coolant antifreeze in the windshield washer It can damage the windshield washer system and paint Continued Caution Continued Do not mix water with...

Page 295: ...pacities and Specifications 0 379 Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign that brake service may be required Replacing Brake System Parts Always replace brake system parts with new approved replacement parts If this is not...

Page 296: ...uld be burned and the vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake clutch hydraulic system When the brake clutch fluid falls to a low level the brake warning light comes on See Brake System Warning Light 0 122 Brake fluid absorbs water over time which degrades the effectiveness of the brake fluid Replace brake fluid at the specified intervals to prevent increased st...

Page 297: ...ANDLING For more information go to www P65Warnings ca gov passenger vehicle See California Proposition 65 Warning 0 275 and the back cover Vehicle Storage Warning Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you are not careful See Jump Starting North America 0 345 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Infrequent Usage Remove the black...

Page 298: ...hange the lubricant What to Use Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 374 to determine what kind of lubricant to use Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless a leak is suspected or an unusual noise is heard A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired How to Check Lubricant Front Axle for 2 5L Shown ...

Page 299: ...ong the axle tubes and has not drained back to the sump area Therefore a reading taken five minutes after the vehicle has been driven will appear to have a lower fluid level than a vehicle that has been stationary for an hour or two The rear axle assembly must be supported on a flat level surface to get a true reading How to Check Lubricant Rear Axle for 2 5L Shown Rear Axle for 3 6L Similar 1 Dra...

Page 300: ...ing When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before starting this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Apply the parking brake Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition on but do not sta...

Page 301: ...le is held by the parking brake only To check the P Park mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to P Park Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact your dealer if service is required Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For p...

Page 302: ... dealer for proper windshield replacement Gas Strut s This vehicle is equipped with gas strut s to provide assistance in lifting and holding open the hood trunk liftgate system in full open position Warning If the gas struts that hold open the hood trunk and or liftgate fail you or others could be seriously injured Take the vehicle to your dealer for service immediately Visually inspect the gas st...

Page 303: ...ash the headlamp aim may be affected If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary see your dealer Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs or any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs Warning Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow...

Page 304: ...kwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly and pull it straight out 4 Unplug the electrical connector from the old bulb by releasing the clip on the bulb socket Turn Signal Sidemarker Parking Lamp 1 Open the hood 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly and pull it straight out 3 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of the bulb socket Taillamps Turn ...

Page 305: ...t into the rear lamp assembly and turn clockwise 9 Verify the retainer ring is in the proper position If the retainer ring is out of position it will not engage Reset the retainer by pulling it forward with a tool 10 Push the rear lamp assembly straight in until it is seated against the vehicle 11 Make sure the rear lamp assembly is flush with the box side 12 Reinstall the two rear lamp assembly s...

Page 306: ...e with one of the same amperage rating Headlamp Wiring An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off Have the headlamp wiring checked right away if the lamps go on and off or remain off Windshield Wipers If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice the windshield wipers will stop until the motor cools and will then restart Although the circuit ...

Page 307: ...s broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure to replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating Fuses of the same amperage can be temporarily borrowed from another fuse location if a fuse goes out Replace the fuse as soon as possible Engine Compartment Fuse Block If the vehicle has a diesel engine see the Duramax diesel supplement The engine compartment fuse block is in the engin...

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Page 309: ...tors even F9 Fuel injectors odd F10 Engine control module 1 Fuses Usage F11 Miscellaneous 1 Ignition F12 Starter F13 Traction control module F14 F15 F16 F17 Front axle actuator F18 F19 F20 F21 Front blower F22 Antilock brake system valves F23 F24 Trailer F25 Transfer case electronic control F26 Antilock brake system pump Fuses Usage F27 Trailer brake control module if equipped Trailer wiring F28 R...

Page 310: ...llaneous 2 Ignition F48 Fog lamps if equipped F49 Fuses Usage F50 Trailer parking lamps F51 Horn F52 F53 F54 F55 F56 Washer pump F57 F58 F59 F60 Mirrors defogger F61 F62 Canister vent solenoid F63 F64 Trailer reverse lamp F65 Left trailer stoplamp Turn signal lamps Fuses Usage F66 Right trailer stoplamp Turn signal lamps F67 Electric power steering F68 F69 Battery regulated voltage control F70 F71...

Page 311: ...only K10 Rear differential lock actuators ZR2 only K11 Center high mounted stoplamp K12 Vacuum pump K13 K14 Trailer parking lamps K15 Run Crank K16 Relays Usage K17 Rear window Mirror defogger Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is behind the passenger side cowl side trim panel Remove the plastic nut at the front of the cover then pull the cover away from the trim panel to ...

Page 312: ...ys and features shown Fuses Usage F1 Body control module 1 F2 Fuses Usage F3 F4 Steering wheel controls F5 Body control module 2 F6 F7 F8 Mirror window module F9 Instrument cluster F10 F11 Body control module 8 F12 F13 OnStar HVAC F14 Radio HMI F15 Body control module 6 F16 Communication gateway module F17 Body control module 4 F18 Airbag F19 F20 Amplifier if equipped ...

Page 313: ...38 F39 Auxiliary power outlet 2 F40 Auxiliary power outlet F41 Auxiliary power outlet 1 Lighter F42 Left power window F43 Driver power seat F44 F45 Right power window F46 Passenger power seat Relays Usage K1 Retained accessory power K2 Run Crank Wheels and Tires Tires Every new GM vehicle has high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer See the warranty manual for information regarding t...

Page 314: ... 35 mph on slippery surfaces such as snow mud ice etc Excessive spinning may cause the tires to explode All Season Tires This vehicle may come with all season tires These tires are designed to provide good overall performance on most road surfaces and weather conditions Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewa...

Page 315: ...e tire s maximum speed capability All Terrain Tires This vehicle may have all terrain tires These tires provide good performance on most road surfaces weather conditions and for off road driving See Off Road Driving 0 201 The tread pattern on these tires may wear more quickly than other tires Consider rotating the tires more frequently than at 12 000 km 7 500 mi intervals if irregular wear is note...

Page 316: ... TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture 5 Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread 6 Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors...

Page 317: ...and the maximum pressure needed to support that load 5 Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be inflated to 420 kPa 60 psi For more information on tire pressure and inflation see Tire Pressure 0 320 6 Tire Size A combination of letters and numbers define a tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service description The letter T as the first character in ...

Page 318: ...e speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in kPa kilopascal or psi pounds per square inch Accessory Weight The combined weight of optional accessories Some examples of optional accessories are automatic transmission...

Page 319: ...air pressure Light Truck LT Metric Tire A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire can be inflated The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall Maximum Load Rating The load rating...

Page 320: ...n of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 6 mm 1 16 in of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires 0 326 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are de...

Page 321: ...inimum air pressure needed to support the vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity See Vehicle Load Limits 0 210 How the vehicle is loaded affects vehicle handling and ride comfort Never load the vehicle with more weight than it was designed to carry When to Check Check the tires once a month or more Do not forget to check the spare tire If the vehicle has a compact spare tire it should be at 420 ...

Page 322: ...TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also redu...

Page 323: ...ed pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Vehicle Load Limits 0 210 A message to check the pressure in a specific tire displays in the Driver Information Center DIC The low tire pressure warning light and the DIC warning message come on at each ignition cycle until the tires are inflated to the correct inflation pressure Using the DIC tire pressure levels can be viewed For ad...

Page 324: ...g process is performed successfully See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section The TPMS sensor matching process was not done or not completed successfully after rotating the tires The malfunction light and the DIC message should go off after successfully completing the sensor matching process See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section One or more TPMS sensors are missing or...

Page 325: ...e has an uplevel DIC make sure the Tire Pressure info page option is turned on The info pages on the DIC can be turned on and off through the Settings menu See Driver Information Center DIC Base Level 0 129 or Driver Information Center DIC Uplevel 0 131 4 If the vehicle has an uplevel DIC use the DIC controls on the right side of the steering wheel to scroll to the Tire Pressure screen under the D...

Page 326: ...ing the spare tire if the vehicle has one be inspected for signs of wear or damage at least once a month Replace the tire if The indicators at three or more places around the tire can be seen There is cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or o...

Page 327: ...ecome loose after time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When changing a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency a cloth or a paper towel can be used however use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt Lightly coat the center of the wheel hub with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to pr...

Page 328: ... deteriorate rubber Parking for an extended period can cause flat spots on the tires that may result in vibrations while driving When storing a vehicle for at least a month remove the tires or raise the vehicle to reduce the weight from the tires Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle The original equipment tires installed were designed to meet General Motors ...

Page 329: ... installed on the vehicle When new the vehicle included a spare tire and wheel assembly with a similar overall diameter as the road tires and wheels so it is all right to drive on it The spare tire was developed for use on this vehicle and will not affect vehicle handling Warning Using bias ply tires on the vehicle may cause the wheel rim flanges to develop cracks after many miles of driving Conti...

Page 330: ...heels are selected This increases the chance of a crash and serious injury Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for the vehicle and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician See Buying New Tires 0 327 and Accessories and Modifications 0 276 Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway T...

Page 331: ...st surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat an...

Page 332: ...s air replace it Some aluminum wheels can be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel that is needed Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces Replace wheels wheel bolts wheel nuts or Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS sensors with new GM original equipm...

Page 333: ...es Caution If the vehicle has a tire size other than 255 65R17 AT 265 60R18 265 65R17 or 265 70R16 use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use chains that are the proper size for the tires Install them on the tires of the rear axle Do not 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 m...

Page 334: ...ous without the appropriate safety equipment and training If a jack is provided with the vehicle it is designed only for changing a flat tire If it is used for anything else you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack If a jack is provided with the vehicle only use it for changing a flat tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving sl...

Page 335: ... wheel blocks 1 if equipped 1 Wheel Block If Equipped 2 Flat Tire The following information explains how to use the jack and change a tire Tire Changing Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Crew Cab To access and remove the jack and tools 1 Lift the rear seat to access the tool bag 2 Remove the straps to remove the tool bag 3 Fold the rear seat to access the jack 4 Turn the knob on the jack 2 counter...

Page 336: ... to lower the jack head to release the jack from its holder 4 Turn the wing nut 2 counterclockwise to remove the jack and wheel blocks 5 Turn the wing nut 3 counterclockwise to remove the tool bag Use the jack handle extensions and the wheel wrench to remove the underbody mounted spare tire 1 Spare Tire Valve Stem Pointed Down for All Except ZR2 Models Valve Stem Pointed Up for ZR2 Models 2 Tire W...

Page 337: ...on 10 connects to the hoist shaft The ribbed square end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire 4 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle 5 Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle 6 Tilt the tire toward the vehicle with some slack in the cable to acce...

Page 338: ... 5 Wheel Wrench 1 Do a safety check before proceeding See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 332 2 If the wheel has a center cap that covers the lug nuts place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in each of the slots in the cap and gently pry it out 3 Use the wheel wrench and turn it counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts Do not remove the wheel nuts yet Front Position ZR2 Models ...

Page 339: ...at the rear axle is resting securely between the grooves that are on the jack head Warning Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted on a jack is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack Warning Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicl...

Page 340: ... scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt 8 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 9 Install the spare tire Warning Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose The vehicle s wheel could fall off causing a crash 10 Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel 11 Tighten each wheel nu...

Page 341: ...erly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification after replacing Follow the torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts See Capacities and Specifications 0 379 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications Cautio...

Page 342: ...riod of time or with the valve stem pointing up can damage the wheel Always stow the wheel with the valve stem Continued Caution Continued pointing down and have the wheel tire repaired as soon as possible Caution The tire hoist can be damaged if there is no tension on the cable when using it To have the necessary tension the spare or road tire and wheel assembly must be installed on the tire hois...

Page 343: ...fully seated across the underside of the wheel 3 Attach the wheel wrench 7 and extensions 6 together as shown 4 Insert the hoist end 10 through the hole 9 in the rear bumper and onto the hoist shaft Do not use the chiseled end of the wheel wrench 5 Raise the tire part way upward Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening 6 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by tur...

Page 344: ...e has a compact spare tire it was fully inflated when new however it can lose air over time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 420 kPa 60 psi Stop as soon as possible and check that the spare tire is correctly inflated after being installed on the vehicle The compact spare tire is designed for temporary use only The vehicle will perform differently with the spare tire installed an...

Page 345: ...ove install or store a spare tire see Tire Changing 0 334 If equipped with a temporary use full size spare tire it is indicated on the tire sidewall See Tire Sidewall Labeling 0 314 This spare tire should not be driven on over 112 km h 70 mph or 88 km h 55 mph when pulling a trailer at the proper inflation pressure Repair and replace the road tire as soon as it is convenient and stow the spare tir...

Page 346: ...attery has run down try to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely Warning WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the State...

Page 347: ...sitive terminal 3 and negative terminal 4 are on the battery of the vehicle providing the jump start The positive jump start connection for the discharged battery is under a trim cover Open the cover to expose the terminal 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Caution If the other vehicle does not have a 12 volt system with a negative ground both ve...

Page 348: ...red positive cable to the positive terminal on the discharged battery 6 Connect the other end of the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the good battery 7 Connect one end of the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery 8 Connect the other end of the black negative cable to the negative grounding stud for the discharged battery 9 Start the engine in the vehicle ...

Page 349: ...sed to pull the vehicle onto a flatbed car carrier from a flat road surface Do not use these attachment points to pull the vehicle from snow mud or sand Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as a motor home The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are dinghy and dolly towing Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle w...

Page 350: ...fting a four wheel drive vehicle s transfer case into N Neutral can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P Park You or others could Continued Warning Continued be injured Set the parking brake before shifting the transfer case to N Neutral To dinghy tow 1 Position the vehicle being towed behind the tow vehicle facing forward and on a level surface 2 Securely attach the vehicle ...

Page 351: ...n ACC ACCESSORY to prevent the steering column from locking Disconnecting the Towed Vehicle Before disconnecting the towed vehicle 1 Park on a level surface 2 Set the parking brake then shift the transmission to P Park and move the ignition key to OFF 3 Connect the battery 4 Apply the brake pedal 5 Shift the transfer case out of N Neutral to Two Wheel Drive High See Shifting out of N Neutral under...

Page 352: ... wheel drive vehicle the vehicle must be towed with the rear wheels on the dolly See Rear Towing Rear Wheels Off the Ground later in this section Front Towing Front Wheels Off the Ground Four Wheel Drive Vehicles To dolly tow a four wheel drive vehicle from the front 1 Attach the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer s instructions 2 Drive the front wheels onto the dolly 3 Shif...

Page 353: ...ear wheels onto the dolly 2 Set the parking brake See Parking Brake 0 239 3 Put the transmission in P Park 4 Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer s instructions 5 Use a clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position 6 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF Four Wheel Drive Vehicles Warning Shifting a four wheel drive vehicle s...

Page 354: ...ds and Lubricants 0 374 Washing the Vehicle To preserve the vehicle s finish wash it often and out of direct sunlight Caution Do not use petroleum based acidic or abrasive cleaning agents as they can damage the vehicle s paint metal or plastic parts If damage occurs it would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Approved cleaning products can be obtained from Continued Caution Continued your deal...

Page 355: ...ide and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage the vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Occasional hand waxing or mild polishing should be done to remove resid...

Page 356: ...nent damage Spray in bedliners can fade from oxidation road dirt heavy duty hauling and hard water stains Clean it periodically by washing off the loose dirt and using a mild detergent To restore the original appearance apply the bedliner conditioner available through your dealer Caution Using silicone based products may damage the bedliner reduce the slip resistant texture and attract dirt Cleani...

Page 357: ...ash wax treatments may cause wiper streaking Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or damaged Damage can be caused by extreme dusty conditions sand salt heat sun snow and ice Weatherstrips Apply weatherstrip lubricant on weatherstrips to make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Lubricate weatherstrips once a year Hot dry climates may require more frequent application Black mar...

Page 358: ...d rotors for surface condition Inspect drum brake linings shoes for wear or cracks Inspect all other brake parts Steering Suspension and Chassis Components Visually inspect steering suspension and chassis components for damaged loose or missing parts or signs of wear at least once a year Inspect power steering for proper attachment connections binding leaks cracks chafing etc Visually check consta...

Page 359: ... to the vehicle s interior Use a soft bristle brush to remove dust from knobs and crevices on the instrument cluster Using a mild soap solution immediately remove hand lotions sunscreen and insect repellent from all interior surfaces or permanent damage may result Use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned to prevent permanent damage Apply all cleaners directly to the cleani...

Page 360: ...sed only use it on the floor carpet Before cleaning gently remove as much of the soil as possible Gently blot liquids with a paper towel Continue blotting until no more soil can be removed For solid soils remove as much as possible prior to vacuuming To clean 1 Saturate a clean lint free colorfast cloth with water Microfiber cloth is recommended to prevent lint transfer to the fabric or carpet 2 R...

Page 361: ...and loose dirt For a more thorough cleaning use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with a mild soap solution Caution Soaking or saturating leather especially perforated leather as well as other interior surfaces may cause permanent damage Wipe excess moisture from these surfaces after cleaning and allow them to dry naturally Never use heat steam or spot removers Do not use cleaners that contain sili...

Page 362: ...acceleration and or increased stopping distance which can cause a crash and injury Make sure the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage The original equipment floor mats were designed for your vehicle If the floor mats need replacing it is recommended that GM certified floor mats be purchased Non GM floor mats may not fit properly and m...

Page 363: ...ico 11349743 2018 crc 10 12 17 362 Vehicle Care Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snapping into position Make sure the floor mat is properly secured in place Verify the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals ...

Page 364: ...ntain the value of the vehicle if it is sold It is the responsibility of the owner to have all required maintenance performed Your dealer has trained technicians who can perform required maintenance using genuine replacement parts They have up to date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday hours courtesy transportation and online sched...

Page 365: ...within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label See Vehicle Load Limits 0 210 Are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits Use the recommended fuel See Fuel 0 255 Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Normal chart The Additional Required Services Severe are for vehicles that are Mainly driven in heavy city traffi...

Page 366: ... 283 Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air filter removes dust pollen and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance Inspect the passenger compartment air filter every 36 000 km 22 500 mi or two years whichever comes first Replace if necessary More frequent replacement may...

Page 367: ... inspect exhaust system and nearby heat shields for loose or damaged parts Lubricate body components See Exterior Care 0 353 Check starter switch See Starter Switch Check 0 298 Check automatic transmission shift lock control function See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 0 299 Check ignition transmission lock See Ignition Transmission Lock Check 0 299 Check parking brake and...

Page 368: ...uired Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Replace engine air cleaner filter 2 Inspect evaporative control system 3 Replace spark plugs Inspect spark plug wires Change transfer case fluid if equipped with 4WD 4 Drain and fill engine cooling system 5 Visually inspect accessory drive belts 6 Replace ...

Page 369: ...se and or front rear axle output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and or axles and should be replaced 5 Or every five years whichever comes first See Cooling System 0 287 6 Or every 10 years whichever comes first Inspect for fraying excessive cracking or damage replace if needed 7...

Page 370: ...0 0 mi 1 9 2 0 0 0 k m 1 2 0 0 0 0 mi 2 0 4 0 0 0 k m 1 2 7 5 0 0 mi 2 1 6 0 0 0 k m 1 3 5 0 0 0 mi 2 2 8 0 0 0 k m 1 4 2 5 0 0 mi 2 4 0 0 0 0 k m 1 5 0 0 0 0 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Replace engine air cleaner filter 2 Inspect evaporative control sy...

Page 371: ...uel and vapor lines and hoses for proper attachment connection routing and condition 4 Do not directly power wash the transfer case and or front rear axle output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and or axles and should be replaced 5 Or every five years whichever comes first See Co...

Page 372: ...ostic equipment to test the battery and ensure that the connections and cables are corrosion free Belts Belts may need replacing if they squeak or show signs of cracking or splitting Trained dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment to inspect the belts and recommend adjustment or replacement when necessary Brakes Brakes stop the vehicle and are crucial to safe driving Signs of brake w...

Page 373: ...n save money and fuel and can reduce the risk of tire failure Signs that the tires need to be replaced include three or more visible treadwear indicators cord or fabric showing through the rubber cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall or a bulge or split in the tire Trained dealer technicians can inspect and recommend the right tires Your dealer can also provide tire wheel balancing services to e...

Page 374: ...icians can inspect the windshield and recommend proper replacement if needed Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view Signs of wear include streaking skipping across the windshield and worn or split rubber Trained dealer technicians can check the wiper blades and replace them when needed ...

Page 375: ...utomatic Transmission Fluid GM Part No 19331925 in Canada 19300537 Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL coolant See Cooling System 0 287 Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity...

Page 376: ...ssion Fluid Transfer Case If Equipped With Four Wheel Drive DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant GM Part No 3634770 in Canada 10953518 or equivalent Weatherstrip Squeaks Synthetic Grease with Teflon Superlube GM Part No 12371287 in Canada 10953437 Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requiremen...

Page 377: ...and Maintenance Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Oil Filter 2 5L L4 12640445 PF64 3 6L V6 55594651 PF2257G Passenger Compartment Air Filter 23135671 CF196 Spark Plugs 2 5L L4 12627160 41 115 3 6L V6 12646780 41 130 Wiper Blades Driver Side 55 cm 21 7 in 84225697 Passenger Side 45 cm 17 7 in 84225696 ...

Page 378: ...7 Service and Maintenance 377 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance receipts Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 379: ...ation Number VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code identifies the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications 0 379 for the vehicle s engine code Service Parts Identific...

Page 380: ...n Capacities Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 2 5L L4 9 1 L 9 6 qt 3 6L V6 10 6 L 11 2 qt Engine Oil with Filter 2 5L L4 4 7 L 5 0 qt 3 6L V6 5 7 L 6 0 qt Fuel Tank 80 L 21 gal Transfer Case Fluid 1 9 L 2 0 qt Wheel Nut Torque 19...

Page 381: ... Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 11349743 2018 crc 10 12 17 380 Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 2 5L L4 A 0 95 1 10mm 0 037 0 043 in 3 6L V6 N 0 80 0 90mm 0 031 0 035 in ...

Page 382: ...orado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 11349743 2018 crc 10 12 17 Technical Data 381 Engine Drive Belt Routing L4 Engines V6 Engines If the vehicle has a diesel engine see the Duramax diesel supplement ...

Page 383: ...ting Safety Defects to General Motors 393 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 394 Event Data Recorders 394 OnStar 395 Infotainment System 395 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet Normally any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resol...

Page 384: ...hicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New V...

Page 385: ...mpartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free 1 800 207 0685 or call the General Motors Customer Care Centre 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French or write to The Mediation Arbitration Program c o Customer ...

Page 386: ...e U S my chevrolet com The Chevrolet online owner experience allows interaction with Chevrolet and keeps important vehicle specific information in one place Membership Benefits E Download owner s manuals and view vehicle specific how to videos G View maintenance schedules alerts and OnStar Vehicle Diagnostic Information Schedule service appointments I View and print dealer recorded service records...

Page 387: ...9935 General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility program See www gm ca or call 1 800 GM DRIVE 800 463 7483 for details TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program For U S purchased vehicles call 1 800 243 8872 Text Telephone TTY 1 888 889 2438 For Canadian purchased vehicles call 1 800 268 6800 Service is available 24 hours a day 365 days a year Calling for Assistance When calling R...

Page 388: ... sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Service to change a flat tire with the spare tire The spare tire if equipped must be in good condition and properly inflated It is the owner s responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire if it is not covered by the warranty Battery Jump Start Service to jump start a dead battery Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance If your trip is interrupted du...

Page 389: ...ising the service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If the vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If your dealer requests you to bring...

Page 390: ...nd meet state provincial local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc Additional fees such as fuel usage charges taxes levies usage fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair are also your responsibility It may not be possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy renta...

Page 391: ...repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs Your dealer may have a collision repair center with GM trained technicians and state of the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM trained technicians and comparable equipment Insuring the Vehicle Protect your investment in the GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance cove...

Page 392: ...ty of choice take the vehicle there or have it towed there Specify to the facility that any required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts Remember recycled parts will not be covered by the GM vehicle warranty Insurance pays the bill for the repair but you must live with the repair Depending on your policy limits your insu...

Page 393: ...nly VISA MasterCard Discover see Helm Inc at www helminc com Or write to Helm Incorporated Attention Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth MI 48170 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Make checks payable in U S funds Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle has systems that operat...

Page 394: ...00 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue S E Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada and you believe that the vehicle has a safety defect notify Transport Canada immediately and notify General Motors...

Page 395: ...ealer technician service the vehicle Some modules may also store data about how the vehicle is operated such as rate of fuel consumption or average speed These modules may retain personal preferences such as radio presets seat positions and temperature settings Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder EDR The main purpose of an EDR is to record in certain crash or ...

Page 396: ...the vehicle is leased with the consent of the lessee in response to an official request by police or similar government office as part of GM s defense of litigation through the discovery process or as required by law Data that GM collects or receives may also be used for GM research needs or may be made available to others for research purposes where a need is shown and the data is not tied to a s...

Page 397: ...data plan OnStar requires the vehicle battery and electrical system cellular service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers OnStar may collect information about you and your vehicle including location information See OnStar User Terms Privacy Statement and Software Terms for more details including system limitations at ...

Page 398: ...n to an OnStar Advisor available 24 7 to Get help for an emergency Be a Good Samaritan or respond to an AMBER Alert Get assistance in severe weather or other crisis situations and find evacuation routes OnStar Services Emergency Emergency Services require an active OnStar service plan excludes Basic Plan With Automatic Crash Response built in sensors can automatically alert a specially trained OnS...

Page 399: ...ervice plan Press Q to receive Turn by Turn directions or have them sent to the vehicle s navigation screen if equipped Turn by Turn Navigation 1 Press Q to connect to an Advisor 2 Request directions to be downloaded to the vehicle 3 Follow the voice guided commands Using Voice Commands During a Planned Route Functionality of the Voice Command button may vary by vehicle and region For some vehicle...

Page 400: ...t mobile application Make these passwords different from each other and use a combination of letters numbers and symbols to increase the security Change the default name of the SSID Service Set Identifier This is your network s name that is visible to other wireless devices Choose a unique name and avoid family names or vehicle descriptions OnStar Wi Fi Hotspot If Equipped The vehicle may have a b...

Page 401: ...on off manage settings and monitor data consumption if equipped Locate a dealer and schedule service Request roadside assistance Set a parking reminder with pin drop take a photo make a note and set a timer Connect with Chevrolet on social media For myChevrolet mobile app information and compatibility see www my chevrolet com An active OnStar service compatible device factory installed remote star...

Page 402: ... on maintenance Capabilities vary by model See www onstar com for details and system limitations Message and data rates may apply Advanced Diagnostics requires an active OnStar paid service plan e mail address on file and enrollment in Advanced Diagnostics Includes Diagnostic Alerts Set preferences to receive real time e mails texts or monthly reports of the vehicle s health Or press Q to have an ...

Page 403: ...urance providers In Vehicle Audio Messages Audio messages may play important information at the following times Prior to vehicle purchase Press Q to set up an account With the OnStar Basic Plan every 60 days After change in ownership and at 90 days Transferring Service Press Q to request account transfer eligibility information The Advisor can cancel or change account information Selling Transferr...

Page 404: ...s may not work if the OnStar equipment is not properly installed or it has not been properly maintained If equipment or software is added connected or modified OnStar services may not work Other problems beyond the control of OnStar such as hills tall buildings tunnels weather electrical system design and architecture of the vehicle damage to the vehicle in a crash or wireless phone network conges...

Page 405: ...could have difficulty identifying the exact location In emergency situations OnStar can use the last stored GPS location to send to emergency responders A temporary loss of GPS can cause loss of the ability to send a Turn by Turn Navigation route The Advisor may give a verbal route or may ask for a call back after the vehicle is driven into an open area Cellular and GPS Antennas Cellular reception...

Page 406: ...nges An active OnStar agreement constitutes consent to these software updates or changes and agreement that either OnStar or GM may remotely deliver them to the vehicle Privacy The complete OnStar Privacy Statement may be found at www onstar com U S or www onstar ca Canada We recommend that you review it If you have any questions call 1 888 4ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or press Q to speak with an Adviso...

Page 407: ...Ed Gordon Ian Gorman Chris Herborth Dirk Haase Greg Hartwig Robert Heath Jonathan Hudson Paul Kienitz David Kirschbaum Johnny Lee Onno van der Linden Igor Mandrichenko Steve P Miller Sergio Monesi Keith Owens George Petrov Greg Roelofs Kai Uwe Rommel Steve Salisbury Dave Smith Steven M Schweda Christian Spieler Cosmin Truta Antoine Verheijen Paul von Behren Rich Wales Mike White This software is p...

Page 408: ...nal source Such altered versions also must not be misrepresented as being Info ZIP releases including but not limited to labeling of the altered versions with the names Info ZIP or any variation thereof including but not limited to different capitalizations Pocket UnZip WiZ or MacZip without the explicit permission of Info ZIP Such altered versions are further prohibited from misrepresentative use...

Page 409: ...rbag System Check 72 How Does an Airbag Restrain 64 Passenger Sensing System 66 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 64 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 65 Airbag System cont d When Should an Airbag Inflate 63 Where Are the Airbags 62 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 71 Passenger Status Indicator 119 Readiness Light 119 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 70 System Check 60 Alarm Vehicle S...

Page 410: ... Bluetooth Overview 172 174 178 Bluetooth Audio 165 Brake System Warning Light 122 Brakes 293 Antilock 238 Assist 239 Fluid 294 Parking 239 Braking 199 Break In New Vehicle 216 Bulb Replacement Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL and Cargo Lamp 304 Halogen Bulbs 302 Headlamp Aiming 302 Headlamps 302 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 303 Bulb Replacement cont d Taillamps Turn ...

Page 411: ... Compartments Storage 103 Compass 108 Connections OnStar 399 Control Hill Descent 243 Traction and Electronic Stability 240 Control Light Hill Descent 124 Control of a Vehicle 199 Convex Mirrors 38 Coolant Engine Temperature Gauge 117 Cooling 191 193 Cooling System 287 Courtesy Transportation Program 388 Cruise Control 247 Light 128 Cupholders 103 Customer Assistance 385 Offices 384 Customer Assis...

Page 412: ...rload 305 Emergency OnStar 397 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 286 Check Light Malfunction Indicator 120 Compartment Overview 278 Coolant Temperature Gauge 117 Cooling System 287 Drive Belt Routing 381 Exhaust 223 Fan 292 Heater 219 Oil Life System 283 Oil Pressure Light 126 Overheating 291 Power Messages 135 Running While Parked 223 Starting 218 Entry Lighting 148 Equipment Towing 264 Event Data Record...

Page 413: ... Speedometer 116 Tachometer 116 Trip Odometer 116 Warning Lights and Indicators 111 General Information Service and Maintenance 363 Towing 259 Vehicle Care 275 Glove Box 103 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 386 H Halogen Bulbs 302 Hazard Warning Flashers 145 Head Restraints 46 Headlamps Aiming 302 Automatic 144 Bulb Replacement 302 Headlamps cont d Daytime Running Lamps DRL 144 Flash to Pass 143 ...

Page 414: ...on Indicator Check Engine 120 On Reminder 128 Reading 148 Lane Departure Warning LDW 253 Lane Departure Warning Light 124 Lap Shoulder Belt 55 LATCH System Replacing Parts after a Crash 94 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 80 Lighting Entry 148 Exit 148 Illumination Control 147 Lights Airbag Readiness 119 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning 123 Brake System Warning 122 Charging System 120...

Page 415: ... Mode 227 Manual Transmission 229 Fluid 285 Media Avoiding Untrusted Devices 159 Messages Engine Power 135 Vehicle 135 Vehicle Speed 135 Messaging Text 183 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview 41 Blind Spot 39 Convex 38 Folding 39 Heated 39 Manual 38 Manual Rearview 41 Power 39 Mirrors Interior Rearview 41 Mode 244 Driver Control 244 Monitor System Tire Pressure 321 Multi band Antenna 158 N Navigati...

Page 416: ...Mirrors 39 Outlets 109 Protection Battery 149 Retained Accessory RAP 220 Seat Adjustment 48 Windows 42 Pregnancy Using Seat Belts 58 Privacy Vehicle Data Recording 394 Program Courtesy Transportation 388 Proposition 65 Warning California 275 295 345 Back Cover R Radio Frequency Statement 392 Radio Reception 157 Radios AM FM Radio 154 Radios cont d Satellite 156 Reading Lamps 148 Rear Axle 298 Lock...

Page 417: ...56 Scheduling Appointments 388 Seat Belts 53 Care 59 Extender 58 How to Wear Seat Belts Properly 54 Lap Shoulder Belt 55 Reminders 118 Replacing after a Crash 59 Use During Pregnancy 58 Seats Adjustment Front 47 Head Restraints 46 Heated Front 49 Lumbar Adjustment Front 48 Power Adjustment Front 48 Rear 51 Reclining Seatbacks 48 Underseat Storage 104 Securing Child Restraints 94 99 Security Light ...

Page 418: ...50 395 T Tachometer 116 Tailgate 36 Taillamps Bulb Replacement 303 Text Messaging 183 Text Telephone TTY Users 385 Theft Deterrent Systems 38 Immobilizer 37 Time 108 Tires 312 All Season 313 All Terrain 314 Buying New Tires 327 Chains 332 Changing 334 Compact Spare 343 Designations 316 Different Size 329 Full Size Spare 344 If a Tire Goes Flat 332 Inspection 325 Tires cont d Pressure 320 Pressure ...

Page 419: ...Grading 329 Up Shift Light 124 Updates Software 153 USB Port 159 Using This Manual 2 V Vehicle Alarm System 36 Canadian Owners 2 Control 199 Identification Number VIN 378 Load Limits 210 Messages 135 Personalization 136 Remote Start 32 Security 36 Speed Messages 135 Towing 348 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 125 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure 320 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 394 Ventilation Air 195 Viso...

Page 420: ...Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 11349743 2018 crc 10 12 17 Index 419 Winter Driving 207 Winter Tires 313 Wiper Blade Replacement 300 Wireless Charging 110 ...

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