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Chevrolet Silverado 2003, Owner'S Manual

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For optimum ride comfort when trailering, fully
loaded, driving off-road, or when personal
preferences demand more control the button should
be pressed in with the indicator light illuminated.
This switch position indicates FIRM levels of
ride control or damping.

The following guide can also be used to help determine
the best setting.

NORMAL: The indicator light will be off when the
system is in this setting. Use for normal city and highway
driving. Provides a smooth, soft ride when the vehicle
is unloaded.

FIRM (Unloaded): Press the switch to activate this
setting, the indicator light will illuminate. Use this setting
when road conditions or personal preference demand
more control. Provides more “feel

″

or response to

the road conditions.

FIRM (Loaded): Press the switch to activate this
setting, the indicator light will illuminate. Use this setting
to minimize trailer inputs to the vehicle or when the
vehicle is fully loaded. This setting is also appropriate
for off-road driving.

You can select a setting at any time based on road and
trailering conditions to provide the best ride and
handling. Select a new setting whenever driving
conditions change.

Locking Rear Axle

If your vehicle has this feature, your locking rear axle can
give you additional traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or
gravel. It works like a standard axle most of the time, but
when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other
does, this feature will allow the wheel with traction to
move the vehicle.

Steering

Power Steering

If you lose power steering assist because the engine
stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it
will take much more effort.

Steering Tips

Driving on Curves

It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed.

A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on
the news happen on curves. Here is why:

Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to
the same laws of physics when driving on curves. The
traction of the tires against the road surface makes it
possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn
the front wheels. If there is no traction, inertia will keep
the vehicle going in the same direction. If you have ever
tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you will
understand this.

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Summary of Contents for Silverado 2003

Page 1: ...er DIC 3 54 Audio System s 3 71 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 55 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 4 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 8 All Wheel Drive 5 54 Rear Axle 5 55 Four Wheel Drive 5 56 Noise Control System 5 58 Bulb Replacement 5 59 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 68 Tires 5 69 Appearance Care 5 100 Vehicle Identificatio...

Page 2: ...se leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No C2315 B First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 06 24 02 All Rights Reserved Canadian Owners You can obtain a French copy of this manual from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end when they first r...

Page 3: ...g CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen iii ...

Page 4: ...abels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols used on your vehicle are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you need help figuring out a specific name of a component gage or indicator ref...

Page 5: ...These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle v ...

Page 6: ...Model Reference This manual covers these models Regular Cab Pickup Extended Cab Pickup Crew Cab Chassis Cab vi ...

Page 7: ...ren and Small Adults 1 29 Safety Belt Extender 1 31 Child Restraints 1 31 Older Children 1 31 Infants and Young Children 1 34 Child Restraint Systems 1 38 Where to Put the Restraint 1 41 Top Strap 1 42 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 44 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 47 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 49 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outs...

Page 8: ...t Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates 1 70 Air Bag Off Switch 1 71 Passenger Sensing System 1 76 Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 80 Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 80 Restraint System Check 1 81 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 81 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 82 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems 1 2 ...

Page 9: ... a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving If your vehicle has a manual bucket or a split bench seat you can adjust it with this lever located at the front of the seat Lift the lever to unlock the seat Using your body slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever Try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into p...

Page 10: ...g seats you can use the vertical control to adjust the angle of the seatback Move the reclining front seatback rearward or forward by moving the control toward the rear or the front of the vehicle See Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 5 Power Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature the four way control is located on the outboard side of the seat To increase or decrease support press and hold the front...

Page 11: ...on will glow to designate that only the seatback is being heated The engine must be running for them to operate The heated front seats will be canceled after the ignition is turned off If you still want to use the heated front seat feature after you restart your vehicle you will need to press the heated seat button again Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the front seatback lift the manual lever locate...

Page 12: ...is The shoulder belt can t do its job In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat an...

Page 13: ...rearward Seatback Latches CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked The seatbacks fold forward to let you access the rear of the cab To fold a front seatback forward lift the lever at the base of the seat to release the seatback The lever is l...

Page 14: ...the seat cushion upward until it latches with the seatback 3 Push and pull on the seat to make sure the seat is secure The extended cab s rear seat can also be folded open for more seating space To use the seat do the following 1 Push rearward on the seat cushion while pulling up on the release strap under the seat cushion Pull the seat cushion downward until it latches 2 After pulling the seat cu...

Page 15: ... the seatback down until it is flat If the seatback cannot fold flat because it interferes with the cushion try moving the front seat forward and or bringing the front seat more upright The lever at the base of the seat must be turned rearward to release the seatback To return the seat to the passenger position do the following 1 Lift the seatback up and push it rearward all the way 2 Lower the se...

Page 16: ...d check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and u...

Page 17: ...buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels 1 11 ...

Page 18: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 12 ...

Page 19: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 13 ...

Page 20: ...ide down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts A Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ev...

Page 21: ...rious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 1 31 or Infan...

Page 22: ...Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4 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 isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 31 Make sure the release butt...

Page 23: ...ong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt v...

Page 24: ...too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 18 ...

Page 25: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 19 ...

Page 26: ...ured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 20 ...

Page 27: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 21 ...

Page 28: ... across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 22 ...

Page 29: ... you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy 1 23 ...

Page 30: ...e driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature which may turn off the passenger s frontal air bag If this happens unintentionally just let the belt go back all the way and start again Center Passenger Position If your vehicle has front and rear bench seats someone can sit in the cente...

Page 31: ...elt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 31 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly i...

Page 32: ... vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Extended Cab and Crew Cab Lap Shoulder Belt Here s how to wear a lap shoulder belt properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt ac...

Page 33: ...art tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries Th...

Page 34: ...pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle 1 28 ...

Page 35: ...grown booster seats and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide available for each outside passenger in the rear seat Here s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Remove the guide from its storage clip on the interior body 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges...

Page 36: ...le position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1 26 Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides Slide the guide onto the storage clip 1 30 ...

Page 37: ... for you The extender will be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle s safety belts If you have the choice a child should sit in a seat tha...

Page 38: ...ld fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children ...

Page 39: ... outside seat position move the child toward the center of the vehicle See Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults on page 1 29 If the child is sitting in the center rear seat position of a crew cab move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have th...

Page 40: ... the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In...

Page 41: ...e Instead they need to use a child restraint CAUTION People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an app...

Page 42: ... bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but als...

Page 43: ...eak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older chi...

Page 44: ... or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B 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 1 38 ...

Page 45: ...ces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 39 ...

Page 46: ...and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it wi...

Page 47: ...illed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Be sure the air bag is off before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the Passenger Sensing System and or AIR BAG OFF switch are designed to turn off the passen...

Page 48: ...his including important safety information Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly 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 your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap or top tether It can...

Page 49: ...red Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Raise the head restraint and route the top strap under it Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint...

Page 50: ... model there is also a top strap anchor for the right front passenger position located on the back panel of your vehicle behind the right front passenger seat In order to get to the anchor you ll have to remove the trim plug covering it Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s inst...

Page 51: ...on to the top strap anchors each seating position has a fabric loop at the top of the seatback that you ll use to route a top strap through When using a child restraint with a top strap in either rear outboard position raise the head restraint and route the top strap through the fabric loop on the seatback Then attach the top strap to the anchor point at the center rear seating position 1 45 ...

Page 52: ...ready to secure the child restrain itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Rear Seat Top Strap Anchors Crew Cab Models If your vehicle is a Crew Cab model you ll find top strap anchors for the rear seating positions located on the back panel of your vehicle behind the rear seat In order to get to the brackets you ll have to remove the trim plugs...

Page 53: ...passenger and the center rear seating positions This system designed to make installation of child restraints easier does not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead it uses vehicle anchors A B and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap C 1 47 ...

Page 54: ...ed a child restraint designed for that system To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system each seating position with the LATCH system has a visible metal anchor point in the seat where the seatback meets the seat cushion 1 48 ...

Page 55: ...nformation on how to secure a child restraint in your vehicle Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Attach the anchor points on the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle The child restraint instructions wi...

Page 56: ...wer Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 47 See Top Strap on page 1 42 if the child restraint has one If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you ll be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instru...

Page 57: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 51 ...

Page 58: ... belt 6 Push and pull the restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position If you have a extended cab or crew cab pickup you can secu...

Page 59: ...tion be sure to study the instructions that came with your child restraint to see if there is enough room to secure your child restraint properly If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 47 See Top Strap on page 1 42 if the child restraint has one If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you ll ...

Page 60: ...to 5 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready t...

Page 61: ...n LATCH System on page 1 47 See Top Strap on page 1 42 if your child restraint has one Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing c...

Page 62: ...in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger s frontal air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Manual Seats on page 1 3 or Power Seats on page 1 4 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety bel...

Page 63: ...push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt You should not be able to pull more of the belt out of the retractor once the lock has been set 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 1 57 ...

Page 64: ...ety information and illustrations of alternate switch designs CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Be sure the air bag is off before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat positio...

Page 65: ...d Passenger Sensing System on page 1 76 Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat unless the air bag is off Here is why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Be sure t...

Page 66: ...tch is off If this ever happens have the vehicle serviced promptly Until you have the vehicle serviced do not let CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger air bag risk group sit in the right front passenger s position for example do not secure a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat See Air Bag Off S...

Page 67: ...facing move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the restraint in this seat See Manual Seats on page 1 3 or Power Seats on page 1 4 When the passenger sensing system or the AIR BAG OFF switch has turned off the right front passenger s frontal air bag the off indicator in the passenger air bag status indicator should light and stay lit when you turn the ignition to RUN or START See Pa...

Page 68: ...ush down on the child restraint If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt You should not be able to pull more of the belt out of the retractor once the lock has been set 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 1 62 ...

Page 69: ...on or install the infant restraint in a rear seat position if one is available See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1 71 for more on this including important safety information For heavy duty pickups without the passenger sensing system use the AIR BAG OFF switch to turn the air bag off or install the infant restraint in a rear seat position CAUTION If the air bag ON indicator comes on when you have a r...

Page 70: ...n air bag In a crash the air bag wouldn t be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Don t turn off the passenger s air bag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group See Air Bag Off Switch in the Index for more on this including important safety information Air Bag Systems This part explains the air bag system Your vehicle has air bags one air bag for the driver and anot...

Page 71: ... frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person CAUTION Air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you re too close to an inflating air bag as you would be if you were leaning forward it could seriously injure you Safety belts help keep you ...

Page 72: ...ction that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 1 31 and Infants and Young Children on page 1 34 There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical proble...

Page 73: ...n air bag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering 1 67 ...

Page 74: ...nted on it your vehicle has the passenger sensing system and therefore it has dual stage air bags If the rearview mirror in your vehicle does not have a passenger air bag status indicator printed on it then your vehicle does not have the passenger sensing system and it has single stage air bags See Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator on page 3 40 or Passenger Sensing System on page 1 76 Dual Stage ...

Page 75: ... not help the occupant What Makes an Air Bag Inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator which inflates the air bag The inflator air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right f...

Page 76: ...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 can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or a door If you experience breathing problems following an air bag deployment you should seek medical attention In...

Page 77: ...pm brake and throttle data Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag systems Improper service can mean that an air bag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Notice If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s air bag the bag may not work properly You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module a...

Page 78: ...United States without Passenger Sensing System Canada with Passenger Sensing System 1 72 ...

Page 79: ... it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition Child age 1 to 12 A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because my vehicle has no rear seat although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat s whenever possible children ages 1 to 12 sometimes must ride in the front because no space is available in the rear seat s of...

Page 80: ...eld in a crash CAUTION If the right front passenger s air bag is turned off for a person who isn t in a risk group identified by the national government that person won t have the extra protection of an air bag In a crash the air bag wouldn t be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Don t turn off the passenger s air bag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group United...

Page 81: ...ff the air bag it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system The right front passenger s air bag could inflate even though the switch is off If your vehicle is regular cab pickup or an extended cab pickup and this ever happens don t let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger air bag risk group sit in the right front passenger s position for exa...

Page 82: ...age 3 40 If your rearview mirror does not have either of the indicators pictured below then your vehicle does not have the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger s frontal air bag under certain conditions The driver s air bag and the side air bags are not part of the passenger sensing system In addition to the passenger sensing system your veh...

Page 83: ...lating air bag Be sure the air bag is off before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal air bag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an air bag will not deploy under some unusua...

Page 84: ... in the vehicle and check with your dealer The passenger sensing system is designed to enable may inflate the right front passenger s frontal air bag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger s seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the air bag to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the air ...

Page 85: ... protection of the frontal air bag See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more on this including important safety information Aftermarket equipment such as seat covers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates You may want to consider not using seat covers or other aftermarket equipment if your vehicle has the passenger sensing system CAUTION Stowing of articles under the pas...

Page 86: ...bly part of the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Q Is there anything I might add to the front of the vehicle that could keep the air bags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change your...

Page 87: ...tem Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They...

Page 88: ...er a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired o...

Page 89: ... 18 Passlock 2 19 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 20 New Vehicle Break In 2 20 Ignition Positions 2 20 Starting Your Engine 2 22 Engine Coolant Heater 2 24 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 25 Manual Transmission Operation 2 29 Four Wheel Drive 2 33 All Wheel Drive 2 44 Parking Brake 2 44 Shifting Into Park P 2 46 Shifting Out of Park P 2 49 Parking Your Vehicle 2 49 Parking Over Things Tha...

Page 90: ...de Power Camper Type Mirror 2 60 Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors 2 61 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror 2 61 Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors 2 61 Outside Convex Mirror 2 62 Outside Heated Mirrors 2 62 OnStar System 2 62 Storage Areas 2 64 Glove Box 2 64 Cupholder s 2 64 Front Storage Area 2 65 Center Console Storage Area 2 65 Vehicle Personalization 2 66 Memory Seat 2 66 Section 2 Features and Cont...

Page 91: ...with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 3 ...

Page 92: ...m If equipped the remote keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undes...

Page 93: ...ing UNLOCK again within three seconds will cause the remaining doors to unlock The parking lamps will flash and the interior lights will come on LOCK Pressing this button once will lock all of the doors Wait one second then press LOCK again and the horn will chirp Operating the keyless entry transmitter may interact with the theft deterrent system See Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 18 Remote Al...

Page 94: ...ably time to change the battery Notice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter do the following 1 Insert a dime or similar object in the slot between the covers of the transmitter housing near the key ring hole Remove the bottom by twi...

Page 95: ...your dealer for service Doors and Locks Door Locks CAUTION Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the handle will not open it You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked So wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive You...

Page 96: ...om the inside slide the lever rearward To unlock the door slide the lever forward Power Door Locks If your vehicle has this power door lock switch press the raised side of the switch with the lock symbol on either front door to lock all the doors at once Press the recessed side of the switch with the unlock symbol to unlock all the doors at once 2 8 ...

Page 97: ... If your vehicle is a Crew Cab it may be equipped with this feature When you lock the doors using the power lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter with any door open three chimes will signal that delayed locking is being used Five seconds after the last door is closed all the doors will lock All doors can be re opened for up to five seconds from the time the last door is closed You ca...

Page 98: ...nd hold it there while you perform the next step 2 Turn the key to RUN then back to LOCK twice Then with the key in LOCK release the turn signal multifunction lever Once you do this the doors will lock and unlock the horn will chirp twice and a 30 second timer will begin You are now ready to program the automatic door lock feature 3 Press the door lock switch once You will hear one two or three ch...

Page 99: ...CK twice Then with the key in LOCK release the turn signal multifunction lever Once you do this the doors will lock and unlock the horn will chirp twice and a 30 second timer will begin You are now ready to program the automatic door unlock feature 3 Press the door unlock switch once You will hear one two three or four chimes The number of chimes tells you which unlock mode is currently selected C...

Page 100: ...ever rearward 5 Close the door 6 Do the same thing to the other rear door The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use If you want to open the rear door while the security lock is engaged unlock the door and open the door from the outside Lockout Protection This feature protects you from locking your key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition ...

Page 101: ...ront door must be opened first Then use the handle located on the inside of the rear access door to open it If your vehicle is a Crew Cab you can open your doors from the inside or outside Your vehicle may also have a feature which prevents children from opening the rear doors See Rear Door Security Locks Crew Cab on page 2 12 for more information Tailgate You can open the tailgate by lifting up o...

Page 102: ... To remove the tailgate do the following 1 Raise the tailgate slightly and release both retaining cable clips To release the retaining cable clips lift the cable so it points straight out and push the cable clip forward 2 With the tailgate at a slight upward angle pull back on the tailgate at the right edge and then move the tailgate to the right to release the left edge Reverse the above procedur...

Page 103: ...n be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather Manual Windows Turn the hand crank on each door to manually raise or lower the manual windows 2 15 ...

Page 104: ...2 20 Pull up the front of the control with the power window symbol on it to raise the window Press the forward edge of the control down to lower the window Express Down Windows The driver and front passenger windows also have an express down feature that allows the windows to be lowered without holding the switch Press and hold the front edge of the window switch for one second to activate the exp...

Page 105: ...the switch will illuminate To disengage the lock out feature press the switch again and the indicator light will turn off When the button is not engaged the rear power windows will operate Swing Out Windows To open a rear swing out window flip the latch open and swing the glass out The latch will catch when the window is fully open and it will also hold it in the open position Sun Visors To block ...

Page 106: ...ight goes off 3 Close all doors The security light will stop flashing and stay solid The light should go off after approximately 30 seconds The alarm is not armed until the security light goes off If a door is opened without the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter the alarm will go off Your vehicle s headlamps will flash and the horn will sound for about two minutes then will turn off to s...

Page 107: ...larm does not sound or the vehicle s headlamps do not flash the vehicle should be serviced by an authorized service center Passlock Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft deterrent system Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with fu...

Page 108: ... aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch you can turn it to four different positions A LOCK This position locks your ignition ...

Page 109: ... if so is it all the way in Turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of these works then your vehicle needs service C RUN This is the position for driving D START This position starts your engine Key Release Button Manual Transmission The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition of manual transmission vehicles unless the k...

Page 110: ...Automatic Transmission Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only If you have a diesel engine refer to the diesel supplement for starting procedure Notice Do not try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift to PARK P ...

Page 111: ...n very cold weather below 0 F or 18 C do this 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START and hold it there up to 15 seconds When the engine starts let go of the key 2 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key ...

Page 112: ... AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure...

Page 113: ...ut of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground...

Page 114: ...ly Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed Notice Damage to your transmission caused by shi...

Page 115: ...teep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on If you manually select SECOND 2 in a light duty automatic transmission the transmission will drive in second gear You may use this feature for reducing the speed of the rear wheels when you are trying to start your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fu...

Page 116: ...anel See Tow Haul Mode under Towing a Trailer on page 4 68 for more information Overdrive Disable Allison Transmission If your vehicle has an Allison Transmission you may have the overdrive disable feature The overdrive disable feature prevents the transmission from shifting into fifth 5 gear The selector button is located on the end of the column shift lever You can turn overdrive disable on and ...

Page 117: ... vehicle speed is reduced SECOND 2 Press the clutch pedal and shift into SECOND 2 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal You can shift into SECOND 2 when you re going less than 20 mph 32 km h If you ve come to a complete stop and it s hard to shift into SECOND 2 put the shift lever into NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift ...

Page 118: ... and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift into FIRST 1 SECOND 2 Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND 2 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 Shift into THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 the same way you do for SECOND 2 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press...

Page 119: ...e clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal Only downshift into FIRST 1 when the vehicle has come to a complete stop If the shift lever will not go into FIRST 1 put the lever in NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch pedal to fully engage the clutch Press the clutch pedal again Then shift into FIRST 1 SECOND 2 With the vehicle at a stop release the brake press the clutch pedal and shift into SECON...

Page 120: ...ifting or descending a grade at too high a vehicle speed When going down steep grades always select a gear at least one position lower than you would use on climbing a grade This will allow the vehicle s engine to provide some braking and help to slow the vehicle as it goes down the grade Monitor your vehicle speed acceleration and engine rpm while applying the brakes as you go down the grade to e...

Page 121: ...IFT light when the transfer case is in 4 Wheel Low Ignore the SHIFT light when you downshift Four Wheel Drive If your vehicle has four wheel drive you can send your engine s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction To get the most satisfaction out of four wheel drive you must be familiar with its operation Read the part that follows before using four wheel drive See the appropriate text...

Page 122: ...ate when you shift into four wheel drive and the front axle engages Some delay between shifting and the indicator s lighting is normal Recommended Transfer Case Settings Transfer Case Settings Driving Conditions 2HI 4HI 4LO N Normal YES Severe YES Extreme YES Vehicle in Tow YES See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 55 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 55 for further information 2 34 ...

Page 123: ...eriously injured Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL See Parking Brake in the Index NEUTRAL N Shift to this setting only when your vehicle needs to be towed See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 55 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 55 4 Wheel Low 4L0 This setting also engages your front axle and delivers extra torque You may never need 4LO It sends maxim...

Page 124: ...e to shift into 4HI until your vehicle has warmed up While in 4HI your vehicle can be driven at any posted legal speed limit Shifting In or Out of 4LO Notice Shifting the transfer case into 4LO while moving at speeds faster than 3 mph 5 km h may cause premature wear to the transfer cse and may cause the gears to grind To avoid causing premature wear and grinding the gears do not shift the tranfer ...

Page 125: ... information You can choose among four driving settings h 2HI This setting is used for driving in most street and highway situations Your front axle is not engaged in two wheel drive This setting also provides the best fuel economy AUTO 4WD This setting is ideal for use when road conditions are variable When driving your vehicle in AUTO 4WD the front axle is engaged but the vehicle s power is sent...

Page 126: ... only when towing your vehicle See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 55 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 55 for more information Indicator lights in the switches show which setting your transfer case is in The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on If the lights do not come on you should take your vehicle to your dealer for service An indicator...

Page 127: ...s moving less than 3 mph 4 8 km h and the transmission is in NEUTRAL N After 30 seconds the transfer case will return to the setting last chosen Shifting Out of 4LO To shift from 4LO to 4HI AUTO 4WD or 2HI your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph 4 8 km h with the transmission in NEUTRAL N and the ignition in RUN The preferred method for shifting out of 4LO is to have your vehicle mo...

Page 128: ...ARK P 11 Release the parking brake prior to towing Shifting Out of NEUTRAL To shift out of NEUTRAL 1 Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal 2 Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL N and turn the ignition to RUN with the engine off 3 Press the button for the desired transfer case shift position 2HI 4HI AUTO 4WD or 4LO 4 After the transfer case has shifted out of NEUTRAL the red light w...

Page 129: ...ngs Transfer Case Settings Driving Conditions 2HI 4HI 4LO N Normal YES Severe YES Extreme YES Vehicle in Tow YES See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 55 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 55 for further information h 2HI This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations Your front axle is not engaged in two wheel drive G 4HI This setting engages your front axle to help drive you...

Page 130: ...else could be seriously injured Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL See Parking Brake in the Index NEUTRAL Shift the vehicle s transfer case to NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 55 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 55 for more information Shifting from 2HI to 4HI Press and release the 4HI switch This can be done ...

Page 131: ...itch You must wait for the 4HI indicator light to stop flashing and remain illuminated before shifting your transmission into gear If the 4HI switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and or moving the 4HI indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but will not complete the shift unless the vehicle is moving slower than 3 mph 4 8 km h and the transmission is in NEUTRAL N Shifting into NEUTRAL ...

Page 132: ... case from possible damage and will only allow the transfer case to respond to one shift per 10 seconds The transfer case may stay in this mode for up to three minutes All Wheel Drive If your vehicle has the SS package it may be equipped with all wheel drive With this feature engine power is sent to all four wheels all the time This is like four wheel drive but there is no separate lever or switch...

Page 133: ... the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released the brake system warning light will go off Notice Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill see Towing a Trailer on page 4 68 2 45 ...

Page 134: ...won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow With four wheel drive if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking...

Page 135: ...ll go 3 Be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL N 4 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 5 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P 2 47 ...

Page 136: ...u leave it After you move the shift lever into PARK P hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock Automatic Transmission If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehi...

Page 137: ...his key position 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle and then shift to the gear you want 5 Have the system fixed as soon as you can Parking Your Vehicle CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the manual transmission is in gear Your or someone else could be seriously injured Be sur...

Page 138: ...Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Do not park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn 2 50 ...

Page 139: ... vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO...

Page 140: ...his can happen is a garage Exhaust with CO can come in easily NEVER park in a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving in the Index CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you ...

Page 141: ...Mirror Pull the tab under the mirror toward you to reduce glare from headlamps behind you after dark Push the tab away from you for normal daytime operation Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar Compass and Temperature Display Your vehicle may have this feature When on an electrochromic mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark The mi...

Page 142: ...return If an abnormal temperature reading is displayed for an extended period of time please consult your dealer Under certain circumstances a delay in updating the temperature is normal Electrochromic Mirror Operation The electrochromic self dimming mirror function is turned on automatically each time the ignition is started To operate the electrochromic mirror do the following 1 Make sure the gr...

Page 143: ... not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press and hold the on off button until a Z and a zone number appears in the display The compass is now in zone mode 3 Keep pressing the on off button until the desired zone number appea...

Page 144: ...symbol in Canada when the passenger air bag is enabled For more information see Passenger Sensing System on page 1 76 Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass and Tempe...

Page 145: ...nd the compass feature are on the compass will show two character boxes for approximately two seconds After two seconds the mirror will display the compass heading When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Compass Calibration The compas...

Page 146: ...variance 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press and hold the COMP button for five seconds until a zone number appears in the display 3 Press the COMP button on the bottom of the mirror until the new zone number appears in the display After you stop pressing the button the display will show a compass direction within a few seconds Passenger Air Bag I...

Page 147: ...rs they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of the objects behind you Pull out the mirror head to extend it for better visibility when towing a trailer Outside West Coast Type Mirrors If your vehicle is equipped with the west coast type mirrors they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of objects behind you A Outer Mirror Frame B Mirror Head C Nut The mirrors can be adjusted by tu...

Page 148: ...on with the memory seats See Memory Seats in the Index for more information Outside Power Camper Type Mirror If your vehicle is equipped with outside power camper type mirrors they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of objects behind you To extend the mirrors move the selector switch located above the mirror control to the middle position The mirror control will illuminate Press the left...

Page 149: ...just for the glare of headlamps behind you This feature is controlled by the on and off settings found on the electrochromic mirror See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display on page 2 56 Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors If your vehicle has the optional memory package you may have this feature The vehicle s mirrors are capable of performing the curb view assist mirr...

Page 150: ...ar System OnStar uses global positioning system GPS satellite technology wireless communications and state of the art call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety security information and convenience services A complete OnStar user s guide and the terms and conditions of the OnStar Subscription Service Agreement are included in your OnStar equipped vehicle s glove box literature For mor...

Page 151: ...vices Personal Concierge OnStar Personal Calling With OnStar Personal Calling you have a safer way to stay connected while driving It s a hands free wireless phone that s integrated into your vehicle You can place calls nationwide using voice activated dialing with no contracts and no additional roaming charges To find out more about OnStar Personal Calling refer to the OnStar owner s guide in you...

Page 152: ...of storage compartments for storage of often used items Some vehicles have storage areas in the instrument panel Use these spaces for items such as gloves or small books Some models have a storage pocket on each of the front doors Some vehicles have a storage area behind the seat Glove Box To open your glove box pull the lever upward and pull the door downward Cupholder s Your vehicle may have cup...

Page 153: ...laptop computer To use the writing table pull the latch at the rear of the table and swing the writing table forward Use it to hold a pad of paper and a pen Center Console Storage Area Your vehicle may be equipped with a console compartment between the bucket seats To open it press the button and swing the console lid open The console has a place to store tissues pens and a clip to hold business c...

Page 154: ...utside mirrors and the radio station presets to your preference 2 Press and hold the 1 or 2 for driver 1or 2 button of the memory control for three seconds A double chime will sound to let you know that the position has been stored To repeat the procedure for a second driver follow the preceding steps but press the other numbered memory control button Each time button 1 or 2 is pressed and release...

Page 155: ...nalized for both driver 1 and driver 2 To store the seat exit position for driver 1 or 2 do the following 1 Select the desired driver number by pressing and releasing the 1 or 2 button The seat will move to the stored memory position 2 Adjust the seat to the desired exit position 3 Press and hold the exit button of the memory control for three seconds A double chime will sound to let you know that...

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Page 157: ...5 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 36 Air Bag Readiness Light 3 36 Air Bag Off Light 3 37 Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator 3 40 Battery Warning Light 3 42 Voltmeter Gage 3 42 Up Shift Light 3 43 Brake System Warning Light 3 44 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 45 Traction Off Light 3 46 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 47 Transmission Temperature Gage 3 47 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 3 49 Oil P...

Page 158: ...ainment System 3 111 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 120 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 121 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 122 DVD Distortion 3 122 Understanding Radio Reception 3 123 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3 123 Care of Your CDs and DVDs 3 124 Care of Your CD and DVD Player 3 124 Cleaning the Video Screen 3 125 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 125 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 48 Contiguous US States 3 125 ...

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

Page 161: ... on page 3 71 J Comfort Control System See Climate Control System on page 3 20 K Instrument Panel Fuse Block Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 110 L Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 9 M Steering Wheel Control Buttons If Equipped See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 54 N Center Instrument Panel Utility Block See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 110 O Parking Brake Release See P...

Page 162: ...r hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can use them to warn others Set one up at the...

Page 163: ...left side of the column To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following G Turn and Lane Change Signals 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Flash to Pass Feature N Windshield Wipers ...

Page 164: ...re until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it If you move the lever all the way up or down and the arrow flashes at twice the normal rate a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers may not see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out ...

Page 165: ...l be on Flash To Pass Feature This feature allows you to use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass It works even if your headlamps are off To use it pull the turn signal lever toward you If your headlamps are off or on low beam your high beam headlamps will turn on They ll stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you and the high beam indicator on th...

Page 166: ...he delay settings position For high speed wiping turn the band further to the second solid band past the delay settings To stop the wipers move the band to off position Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts Windshield Washer Ther...

Page 167: ...below about 25 mph 40 km h If you apply your brakes the cruise control will disengage CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you can not drive safely at a steady speed So do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control...

Page 168: ...nstrument panel will illuminate when the cruise control is engaged Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake or press the clutch pedal if equipped This of course disengages the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch from on to resume accelerate...

Page 169: ...do this you ll go about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When g...

Page 170: ... will illuminate when this position is selected Parking Lamps Turning the control to this position turns on the parking lamps together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Roof Marker Lamps If Equipped 2 Headlamps Turning the switch to this position turns on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights You can switch your h...

Page 171: ...the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is bright enough outside During that delay your instrument panel cluster may not be as bright as usual Make sure your instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position See Instrument Panel Brightness Control under Interior Lamps on page 3 18 To idle your vehicle with the automatic headlamp system off turn the control to the off ...

Page 172: ...also allow you to idle the vehicle with the DRL off The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake or shift the transmission out of PARK P To idle a manual transmission equipped vehicle with the DRL off set the parking brake The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake Fog Lamps If your vehicle has fog lamps use them for better vision in foggy or misty conditions The fog la...

Page 173: ...hen the switch wiring is connected to an auxiliary roof mounted lamp pressing the switch will activate the lamp and illuminate an indicator light near the switch Pressing the switch again will turn off the roof mounted lamp If your vehicle has this switch your vehicle may have the snow plow prep package For further information see Snow Plow Prep Package Cargo Lamp The cargo lamp button is located ...

Page 174: ...pressed in Entry Lighting Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature When a door is opened the dome lamps will come on if the dome override button is in the out position If the dome override button is pressed in the lamps will not come on Front Reading Lamps If Equipped The reading lamps are located on the overhead console To turn on the reading lamps press the button located next ...

Page 175: ...power outlets or may have one accessory power outlet located near the cigarette lighter if equipped The cigarette lighter is designed to fit only in the receptacle to the right of the accessory power outlet To use the outlet lift the cover When not using it always close the cover Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or ...

Page 176: ...nel To use the cigarette lighter push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating will not allow the lighter to back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from overheating may occur to the lighter or heating element or a fuse could be blown Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating ...

Page 177: ...t panel outlets Bi Level Air is delivered through the floor outlets as well as the instrument panel outlets The flow can be divided between vent and floor outlets depending upon where the knob is placed between the settings 6 Floor This setting directs most of the air through the floor outlets and the rest of the air is divided between the windshield defroster outlets and the side window defroster...

Page 178: ... the windshield and the side window vents Cooler air is directed to the upper vents and warmer air to the floor vents 6 Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor vents with a little air directed to the windshield and the side window vents h Recirculation The recirculation mode is used to recirculate the air inside of your vehicle Use this mode to help prevent outside odors and or dust f...

Page 179: ...condensing on the cool window glass This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly There are two modes to choose from to clear fog or frost from your windshield Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to sele...

Page 180: ...he inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid Outlet Adjustment Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of your instrument panel to direct the airflow Your vehicle has air outlets that allow you to a...

Page 181: ...ng outside equipment to the front of your vehicle such as hood air deflectors etc may affect the performance of the heating and air conditioning system Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Dual Automatic Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating cooling and ventilation in your vehicle Your vehicle also has a flow through ventilatio...

Page 182: ... is possible since outside air will always flow through the system as the vehicle is moving forward unless it is set to recirculation mode See Recirculation later in this section Turn the knob counterclockwise or clockwise to lower or increase the cabin temperature The display will show the temperature setting decreasing or increasing and an arrow pointing to the passenger will be displayed under ...

Page 183: ...ry If you choose the temperature setting of 60 F 15 C the system will remain at the maximum cooling setting If you choose the temperature setting of 90 F 32 C the system will remain at the maximum heat setting Choosing either maximum setting will not cause the vehicle to heat or cool any faster Be careful not to cover the sensor located on the top of the instrument panel near the windshield This s...

Page 184: ...e current status of the system H Panel This setting will deliver air to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level This setting will deliver warmer air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets 6 Floor This setting will deliver air to the floor outlets Defog See Defogging and Defrosting later in this section Recirculation Press this button to limit the amount of outside air entering y...

Page 185: ...ing button to turn the system on when it is off Display If you press the MODE button to select an air delivery mode the display will change to show you the selected air delivery mode After ten seconds the display will change to show the driver temperature setting and the selected mode If you press the up or down arrows on the fan switch the display will change to show the selected fan speed After ...

Page 186: ...e it takes for your vehicle to cool down Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best On cool but sunny days while using manual operation of the automatic system use bi level to deliver warm air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets To warm or cool the air delivered turn the temperature knob to the desired setting In AUTO mode the system will cool an...

Page 187: ...air and dry the windshield Rear Window Defogger If your vehicle has this feature the lines you see on the rear window warm the glass The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window Rear Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off An indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is activated The rear window ...

Page 188: ...t airflow toward either seating area the floor or upward Move the center louvers up or down to direct the airflow Operation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air to ...

Page 189: ... let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gag...

Page 190: ...our vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you have and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically United States Heavy Duty Automatic Transmission version shown Canada Light Duty Automatic and Manual Transmission Clusters similar 3 34 ...

Page 191: ... off press the reset button Engine Hour Meter Display The odometer can also display the number of hours the engine has run To display the hour meter turn the ignition off press and hold the reset button for at least four seconds The hour meter will be displayed for up to 30 seconds or until the ignition is turned on Tachometer Your tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm...

Page 192: ...air bag symbol The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensors the air bag modules the passenger sensing system if equipped the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag Systems on page 1 64 This light will come on wh...

Page 193: ...as been turned off This light will go off when you turn the air bag back on again See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1 71 for more on this including important safety information The AIR BAG OFF light will look like one of the following illustrations United States with Passenger Sensing System United States without Passenger Sensing System 3 37 ...

Page 194: ...Canada with Passenger Sensing System Canada without Passenger Sensing System 3 38 ...

Page 195: ...y be wrong with the air bag system The right front passenger s air bag could inflate even though the switch is off If your vehicle is a regular cab pickup and this ever happens do not let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger air bag risk group sit in the right front passenger s position for example do not secure a rear facing child restraint in your vehicle...

Page 196: ...er air bag status indicator it means that the right front passenger s frontal air bag is enabled may inflate CAUTION If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger s seat it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger s frontal air bag A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or k...

Page 197: ...nd help protect the person sitting there Don t turn off the passenger s air bag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group See Air Bag Off Switch in the Index for more on this including important safety information If after several seconds all status indicator lights remain on or if there are no lights at all there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system See your d...

Page 198: ...system problem Have it checked right away Driving with this light displayed could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with this light displayed it helps to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and the air conditioner Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not running but the ignition is in RUN this gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts When the engine is ru...

Page 199: ...condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone If you must drive turn off all unnecessary accessories Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible Up Shift Light This light is use...

Page 200: ...system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the lig...

Page 201: ...ur vehicle needs service You will also hear a chime sound when the light is on steady If the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on you don t have anti lock brakes and there s a problem with your regular brakes In addition to both lights you will also hear a chime sound on the first ...

Page 202: ...e the shift lever to FIRST 1 the light will come on and stay on to indicate that the traction system is off This is normal operation To turn the system back on move the shift lever back to a position other than FIRST 1 the light should go off See Traction Assist System TAS on page 4 10 The light will come on and stay on if the TAS automatic engagement feature has been turned off To turn the system...

Page 203: ...3 Transmission Temperature Gage Your vehicle may be equipped with a transmission temperature gage When your ignition is on the gage shows the temperature of the transmission fluid The normal operating range is from 100 F 38 C to about 265 F 130 C At approximately 265 F 130 C the driver information center will display a TRANSMISSION HOT message and the transmission will enter a transmission protect...

Page 204: ...ance Center See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 5 Notice If you keep driving your vehicle with the transmission temperature gage above the normal operating range you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered under your warranty The following situations can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures Towing a trailer Hot outside air tem...

Page 205: ...This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead...

Page 206: ... installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Have you recently cha...

Page 207: ...The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readine...

Page 208: ...eck your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty Cruise Control Light The cruise light comes on whenever you set your cruise control See Cruise Control under Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 7 Four Wheel Drive Light The four wheel drive indicator will light up when you...

Page 209: ...The overdrive disable feature will prevent your vehicle from shifting into fifth 5 gear Fuel Gage When the ignition is on the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank The gage will first indicate empty before you are out of fuel and you should get more fuel as soon as possible When the fuel tank is low the Low Fuel message will appear See Driver Information Center DIC on ...

Page 210: ...the Diesel Engine Supplement Low Fuel Warning Light The light next to the fuel gage will come on briefly when you are starting the engine This light comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel To turn it off add fuel to the fuel tank See Fuel on page 5 4 Driver Information Center DIC The DIC display is located on the instrument panel cluster above the steering wheel The DIC can display information ...

Page 211: ...ion and select The button functions are detailed in the following If your vehicle is not equipped with the DIC steering wheel buttons not all of the features listed will be available on your vehicle Trip Information Button Use the trip information button to scroll through the ODOMETER PERSONAL TRIP ON OFF BUSINESS TRIP ON OFF HOURMETER ANNUAL LOG and TIMER If the personal trip and or the business ...

Page 212: ... button for two seconds while in one of the personal or business trip modes This will reset all of the information for the personal or business trip or if your vehicle does not have the DIC steering wheel control buttons press the reset stem on the instrument panel cluster You can also reset the PERSONAL XX MI or BUSINESS XX MI while they are displayed by pressing the reset stem on the cluster If ...

Page 213: ...s displayed Fuel Information Button Use the fuel information button to scroll through the range average fuel economy instant fuel economy and the GM Oil Life System If your vehicle is not equipped with the DIC steering wheel control buttons you will not be able to display the fuel information Fuel Range Press the fuel information button until RANGE appears to display the remaining distance you can...

Page 214: ...eset The DIC does not replace the need to maintain your vehicle as recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual Also the oil change reminder does not measure how much oil you have in your engine So be sure to check your oil level often See Engine Oil on page 5 16 Personalization Button You can program certain features to a preferred setting for up to two people Press the personalization ...

Page 215: ...lt The headlamps will flash and the horn will chirp when the alarm is active ALARM WARNING OFF There will be no alarm warning on activation ALARM WARNING HORN The horn will chirp when the alarm is active ALARM WARNING LAMPS The headlamps will flash when the alarm is active Choose one of the four options and press the personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on ...

Page 216: ... one of the four options and press the personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature For more information on automatic door locks see Programmable Automatic Door Locks Seat Position Recall Press the personalization button until SEAT POSITION RECALL appears on the display To select your personalization for seat position recall press the select ...

Page 217: ...E LOCK FEEDBACK appears in the display To select your personalization for the feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter press the select button while REMOTE LOCK FEEDBACK is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices LOCK FEEDBACK BOTH default The parking lamps will flash each time you press the butto...

Page 218: ...ress the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter Choose one of the four options and press the personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature Headlamps on at Exit Press the personalization button until HEADLAMPS ON AT EXIT appears in the display To select your personalization for how long the headlamps will stay on ...

Page 219: ...ptions and press the personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature For more information on curb view assist see Curb View Assist Mirrors in the Index Easy Exit Seat Press the personalization button until EASY EXIT SEAT appears in the display To select your personalization for seat position exit press the select button while EASY EXIT SEAT is d...

Page 220: ... languages by pressing and holding the trip reset stem for four seconds as long as you are in the season odometer mode Choose one of the three options and press the personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it If you accidentally choose a language that you don t want or understand press and hold the personalization button and the trip information button at the same time The...

Page 221: ...sensing system this message reminds you to buckle the driver s and or passenger s seatbelt See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 76 The message will come on and a chime will sound when the ignition is in RUN or ON and the following conditions occur The driver s seatbelt is unbuckled The driver s seatbelt is unbuckled and the passenger s seatbelt is unbuckled with the passenger airbag enabled Pres...

Page 222: ...isplay and you will hear a chime Stop and turn off the vehicle check the door for obstacles and close the door again Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC Press the select button to acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display ENGINE COOLANT HOT If the cooling system temperature gets hot this message will appear in the DIC Stop the vehicle and let the engine idle in PAR...

Page 223: ...ayed on the DIC and a chime will sound Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and do not operate it until the cause of the low oil pressure has been corrected Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced OIL LIFE RESET This message will appear on the display for about 10 seconds after resetting the change engine oil message PASSENGER DOOR AJAR If the passenger s door is n...

Page 224: ...n the DIC Have a qualified technician inspect the system for problems Press the select button to acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM If there is a problem with the brake system this message will be displayed on the DIC If this message appears stop as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display...

Page 225: ...IC If this message appears stop as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display If the message is still displayed or appears again when you being driving the four wheel steer system needs service SERVICE 4WD If a problem occurs with the four wheel drive system this message will appear on the DIC If this message appears stop as soon as p...

Page 226: ...display this message When the transmission enters the protection mode you may notice a change in the transmission shifting patterns When the transmission fluid temperature returns to normal the display will turn off and the transmission shifting patterns will return to normal Notice If you keep driving your vehicle with the transmission TRANS FLUID HOT message displayed you can damage the transmis...

Page 227: ...s Notice Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can add what you want If you can it s very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipm...

Page 228: ...ay be set with the ignition on or off To synchronize the time with an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System RDS information press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time until RDS TIME appears on the display To accept this time press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time for another 2 seconds If the time is not available from the station NO UPDAT will appear on th...

Page 229: ...gain to stop scanning presets This radio will seek and scan only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select AM FM1 or FM2 3 Tune in t...

Page 230: ...ear speakers To adjust balance or fade to the middle position select BAL or FAD Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep L and a zero or F and a zero will appear on the display To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position end out of audio by waiting for the display to change to the time display Then press and hold AUDIO for more tha...

Page 231: ...are cases a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the progra...

Page 232: ... to retrieve various pieces of information related to the current song or channel By pressing and releasing this knob you may retrieve four different categories of information Artist Song Title Category or PTY Channel Number Channel Name To change the default on the display push this knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob for two seconds The radio will produce one beep and sele...

Page 233: ...st suits the type of station you are listening to 5 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons The radio will produce one beep Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the station you set will return and the bass and treble equalization that you selected will also be automatically selected for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Pres...

Page 234: ... push it again and hold it until the radio produces one beep The balance and fade will be adjusted to the middle position and the display will show the speaker balance To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control is displayed The radio will produce one beep and display ALL with the level display in the middle position F...

Page 235: ...h to other stations This function does not apply for XM Setting Preset PTYs RDS Only The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite PTYs These buttons have factory PTY presets You can set up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Press BAND to select FM1 or FM2 2 Turn the P TYPE LIST knob TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display 3 Turn the P TYPE LIST kno...

Page 236: ...display the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements and when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements press this button and the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements it will stop and TRAF will be displayed When a traffic ...

Page 237: ... signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned Tune ...

Page 238: ...eceiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to ac...

Page 239: ...you hold this pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving back through the disc 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton to go to the next track TRACK and the track number will appear on the display If you hold this pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the disc 3 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a tr...

Page 240: ... the default BAND Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing The disc will stop but remain in the player CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio Z Eject Press this button to stop a CD when it is playing or to eject a CD when it is not playing Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and igni...

Page 241: ...e In rare cases a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the ...

Page 242: ...y while using RDS The display options are station name RDS station frequency PTY and the name of the program if available For XM USA only if equipped push this knob while in XM mode to retrieve various pieces of information related to the current song or channel By pressing and releasing this knob you may retrieve four different categories of information Artist Song Title Category or PTY Channel N...

Page 243: ...he following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press BAND to select AM FM1 FM2 or XM1 or XM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press AUTO EQ to choose the bass and treble equalization that best suits the type of station you are listening to 5 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons The radio will produce one beep Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the station you set will return and th...

Page 244: ... then push it again and hold it until the radio produces one beep The balance and fade will be adjusted to the middle position and the display will show the speaker balance To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control is displayed The radio will produce one beep and display ALL with the level display in the middle posit...

Page 245: ...ets You can set up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Press BAND to select FM1 or FM2 2 Turn the P TYPE LIST knob TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display 3 Turn the P TYPE LIST knob to select a PTY 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the PTY you set will return 5 Repeat the steps fo...

Page 246: ... broadcast traffic announcements press this button and the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements it will stop and TRAF will be displayed When a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it If no station is found NO TRAFFIC will appear on the display If TRAF is on the display you can press the TRAF butto...

Page 247: ... signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned Tune ...

Page 248: ...eceiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to ac...

Page 249: ...to 13 seconds it will go to the beginning of the previous selection or the beginning of the current selection depending upon the position on the tape If pressed when the current selection has been playing for more than 13 seconds it will go to the beginning of the current selection SEEK and a negative number will appear on the display while the cassette player is in the previous mode Pressing this...

Page 250: ...is button to play a tape when listening to the radio Press this button to switch between the tape and compact disc if both are loaded The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening Z Eject Press this button to stop a tape when it is playing or to eject a tape when it is not playing Eject may be activated with the radio off Cassette tapes may be loaded with the rad...

Page 251: ...ot label side up The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing The display will show the CD symbol If you want to insert a compact disc with the ignition off first press DISP or the eject symbol If playing a CD R the sound quality may be reduced due to CD R quality the method of recording the quality of the music that has been recorded and the way the CD R has been handled You may e...

Page 252: ...ack starts to play Press this pushbutton again to turn off random play RDM OFF will appear on the display q SEEK r Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current or to the previous track Press the right arrow to go to the start of the next track If either arrow is held or pressed more then once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD q SCAN r To scan the disc pre...

Page 253: ...is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer Listening to a DVD If your vehicle has the Rear Seat Entertainment RSE system and a DVD is playing the DVD symbol will appear on the radio display indicating that the DVD is available and can be listened to through your vehicle s speakers To listen ...

Page 254: ...In rare cases a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the pr...

Page 255: ...various pieces of information related to the current song or channel By pushing and releasing this knob you may retrieve four different categories of information Artist Song Title Category or PTY Channel Number Channel Name To change the default on the display push this knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob until the display flashes The selected display will now be the default...

Page 256: ...the equalization that you selected will also be automatically selected for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Push the AUDIO knob until BASS or TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or to decrease If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust bass or treble to the middle position select BASS or TRE...

Page 257: ...row to select the category and take you to the category s first station 4 If you want to go to another station within that category and the category is displayed press either SEEK arrow once If the category is not displayed press either SEEK arrow twice to display the category and then to go to another station 5 If PTY times out and is no longer on the display go back to Step 1 If both P TYPE and ...

Page 258: ...ed pushbutton the PTY you set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton RDS Messages ALERT Alert warns of local or national emergencies When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station ALERT will appear on the display You will hear the announcement even if the volume is muted or a compact disc is playing If the compact disc player is playing play will stop during the announce...

Page 259: ...the display and TRAF is not you can then press the TRAF button to remove the brackets or use the TUNE knob or the SEEK arrows to go to a station that supports traffic announcements If no station is found NO TRAFFIC will appear on the display Your radio will play the traffic announcement even if the volume is muted or interrupt the play of a CD if the last tuned station broadcasts traffic announcem...

Page 260: ...er station If this station was one of your presets you may need to choose another station for that preset button No Info Artist Name Feature not available No artist information is available at this time on this channel Your system is working properly No Info Song Program Title not available No song title information is available at this time on this channel Your system is working properly No Info ...

Page 261: ...ge when you tune to channel 0 you may have a receiver fault Consult with your dealer Chk XMRcvr Hardware failure If this message does not clear within a short period of time your receiver may have a fault Consult with your retail location Playing a Compact Disc If playing a CD R the sound quality may be reduced due to CD R quality the method of recording the quality of the music that has been reco...

Page 262: ... of the slot will begin to flash 3 Once the light stops flashing and turns green load a disc Insert the disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull the disc in Once the disc is loaded the light will begin flashing again Once the light stops flashing and turns green you can load another disc The disc player takes up to six discs Do not try to load more than six To load more than o...

Page 263: ... several times before stopping Do not repeatedly press the CD eject side of the LOAD CD eject button to eject a disc after you have tried to push it in manually The receivers 25 second eject timer will reset at each press of eject which will cause the receiver to not eject the disc until the 25 second time period has elapsed Once the player stops and the disc is ejected remove the disc After remov...

Page 264: ...s have passed Press the right arrow to go to the next track If you press the button more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the disc sSCAN t To scan one disc press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep Use this feature to listen to 10 seconds of each track of the currently selected disc SCAN wil...

Page 265: ...has been saved 5 Repeat Steps 3 and 4 for saving other selections If you attempt to save more than 20 selections S LIST FULL will appear on the display To play the song list press the SONG LIST button One beep will be heard and S LIST will appear on the display The recorded tracks will begin to play in the order that they were saved You may seek through the song list by using the SEEK SCAN arrows ...

Page 266: ...dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again There may have been a problem while burning the CD The label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error message write it do...

Page 267: ...er may be turned on when the ignition is in RUN ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active The RSE system DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of the appropriate DVD region code for the country that the vehicle was sold in The DVD region code is printed on the jacket of most DVDs The DVD player will also play audio CDs Home recorded CDs CD R or CD RW formats will not play in this ...

Page 268: ... you to fast forward or skip the copyright or previews Some DVDs will begin playing after the previews have finished If the DVD does not begin to play the main title refer to the on screen instructions as the DVD may be displaying its main title menu Stopping and Resume Playback To stop a disc press and release the stop button on the DVD player or the remote control To resume playback press the pl...

Page 269: ...will flash It will also disable all other button operations from the remote control and the DVD player with the exception of the eject button The driver will then be able to gain the attention of the rear seat passengers Press this button again to restore normal operation of the DVD player This button may also be used to turn the DVD player power on and automatically resume play if the vehicle is ...

Page 270: ...navigate through a menu The up arrow will skip to the next chapter or track the down arrow will take you to the beginning of the current chapter or track Press the down arrow twice to take you to the previous chapter or track The right arrow will fast forward and the left arrow will fast reverse through a chapter or track z Display Menu Press this button to modify the video screen display characte...

Page 271: ... a DVD r Enter Press this button to select items within a menu q Return Press this button to exit the current active menu and return to the previous menu This button will operate only when a DVD is being played and a menu is active Angle Press this button to call up a menu that will operate only when a DVD is being played The format and content of this function is defined by the disc and is depend...

Page 272: ...hones Each set of headphones has an ON OFF control An indicator light will illuminate on the headphones when they are on If the light does not illuminate the batteries may need to be replaced See Battery Replacement later in this section for more information To turn the headphones OFF activate the ON OFF control Each set of headphones has a volume knob To adjust the volume adjust this knob The hea...

Page 273: ...h the auxiliary device and the RSE system power on If the RSE system had been previously in the DVD player mode you will need to press the SRCE button on the faceplate or the remote control to change to the auxiliary mode Pressing the SRCE button will toggle the RSE system between the auxiliary device and the DVD player How to Change the Video Format when in the Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary input ...

Page 274: ... to Rear Seat Audio RSA on page 3 120 for more information Problem Recommended Action No power The ignition might not be in on or accessory The parental control button might have been pressed The power indicator light will flash Disc will not play The system might be off The parental control button might have been pressed The power indicator light will flash The system might be in auxiliary source...

Page 275: ...tor light will flash Problem Recommended Action After stopping the player I push Play but sometimes the DVD starts where I left off and sometimes at the beginning If the stop button was pressed one time the DVD player will resume playing where the DVD was stopped If the stop button was pressed two times the DVD player will begin to play from the beginning of the DVD The auxiliary source is running...

Page 276: ...ear seat passengers can only control the music sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to For example rear seat passengers may listen to a cassette tape through headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers The rear seat passengers have control of the volume for each set of headphones The front seat audio controls always override the RSA controls Rear...

Page 277: ...nt track if more than eight seconds have played If the CD player on the front radio is in use you cannot seek through different tracks PROG Program The front passengers must be listening to something different for each of these functions to work Press this button to go to the preset radio stations set on the pushbuttons on the main radio When a cassette tape is playing press this button to go to t...

Page 278: ...playing press this button to go to the next available CD Q SOURCE R Press this button to select AM FM1 FM2 or XM1 or XM2 USA only if equipped or a cassette tape or CD The cassette or CD must be loaded to play Available loaded sources are shown on the display as a tape or a CD symbol Q SEEK R Press the up or the down arrow to seek to the next or to the previous radio station and stay there Q VOLR P...

Page 279: ...reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use Your radio may display CLEAN to indicate that you have used your tape player ...

Page 280: ...er may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After you clean the player press and hold the eject button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator The radio will display or CLEANED to show the indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make su...

Page 281: ...nna System 48 Contiguous US States Your XM Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of your vehicle Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice build up for clear radio reception Chime Level Adjustment The radio is the vehicle chime producer To change the volume level press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power off The chime volume level will change from the normal level...

Page 282: ... NOTES 3 126 ...

Page 283: ...ght 4 38 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 39 City Driving 4 42 Freeway Driving 4 43 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 44 Highway Hypnosis 4 45 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 46 Winter Driving 4 48 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 52 Towing 4 55 Towing Your Vehicle 4 55 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 55 Loading Your Vehicle 4 58 Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment 4 61 Truck Camper Loading ...

Page 284: ... driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with resulting injury Ask a passenger to help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving techniques ...

Page 285: ...drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 lb 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06 percent The pe...

Page 286: ...t BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision At a BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times gr...

Page 287: ... if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road Sometimes as when you are driving on snow or ice it is easy to ask more of those control systems than the ...

Page 288: ...applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances you will eliminate a lot of unne...

Page 289: ... a 10 second chime The lights and chime will come on each time the ignition is turned on until the problem is repaired See your dealer for service Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to s...

Page 290: ...brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Do not pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may feel the brakes vib...

Page 291: ...ssist power brakes This is a normal operation of your brake system and does not require that the brake system be serviced Each time you start your vehicle and accelerate to 10 mph the supplemental brake assist system will perform a self diagnostic check of the system and you may hear or feel the supplemental brake assist motor run briefly While you are driving your vehicle the supplemental brake a...

Page 292: ...elerator response but this is normal The Traction Assist System may operate on dry roads under some conditions When this happens you may notice a reduction in acceleration This is normal and doesn t mean there s a problem with your vehicle Examples of these conditions include a hard acceleration in a turn an abrupt upshift or downshift of the transmission or driving on rough roads If your vehicle ...

Page 293: ...ers the system may be automatically disabled The system will automatically re enable after approximately two minutes of not using the brakes See Traction Off Light on page 3 46 The Traction Assist System as delivered from the factory will automatically come on whenever you start your vehicle To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the system on But you ca...

Page 294: ...ether the TAS is set to come on automatically or not you can always turn the system on or off by pressing the TAS on off button Manual Selectable Ride The main function of this system is to provide superior ride comfort while trailering or fully loaded as well as for unloaded driving This system also helps to provide Improved trailering stability Improved handling response when trailering or fully...

Page 295: ...ime based on road and trailering conditions to provide the best ride and handling Select a new setting whenever driving conditions change Locking Rear Axle If your vehicle has this feature your locking rear axle can give you additional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works like a standard axle most of the time but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does this featu...

Page 296: ...wer If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more eff...

Page 297: ...on to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly QUADRASTEER The QUADRASTEER System has a control and diagnostic module that monitors and records current system status and operational information If your vehicle is equipped with the 4 Wheel Steer system it has the ability to steer the vehicle with all four wheels Once the 4 Wheel Steer mode is selected it is recommended...

Page 298: ...icator is flashing you will have to center the steering wheel by turning it to the left or right Your vehicle will return to 2 when the transmission is shifted into NEUTRAL for example when entering a car wash If you want to use tire chains the vehicle needs to be in 2 wheel steer mode For more information see Tire Chains on page 5 78 4 In this mode all four wheels will help steer the vehicle If y...

Page 299: ... the vehicle during lane changes and sweeping turns _ 4 Wheel Steer tow mode When towing a trailer the 4 wheel steer tow mode provides enhanced stability allowing the trailer to follow the path of the tow vehicle more closely especially during lane changes In this mode the system operates much like the 4 mode but is enhanced for trailer towing It is recommended for all types and weights of trailer...

Page 300: ...slightly off center For more information see Towing a Trailer on page 4 68 Car Washes for QUADRASTEER Equipped Vehicles Notice Because your vehicle has a wider rear track a small number of older car washes may be too narrow for your vehicle Conveyor systems on some automatic car washes may damage your vehicle Only use conveyor system car washes with 13 inch 33 cm wide conveyor rails and or station...

Page 301: ...nother vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Lo...

Page 302: ... are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its f...

Page 303: ...y the acceleration skid If you do not have this system or if the system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid...

Page 304: ...ns Surfaces can be slippery rough uphill or downhill In short you ve gone right back to nature Off road driving involves some new skills And that s why it s very important that you read this guide You ll find many driving tips and suggestions These will help make your off road driving safer and more enjoyable If you think you will need some more ground clearance at the front of your vehicle you ca...

Page 305: ...d lower dam assembly away from the retainers until the lower dam is free When you re back on roads though be sure to replace the air dam Notice Operating your vehicle for extended periods without the front bumper lower air dam installed can cause improper air flow to the engine and may allow things like fog lamps or tow hooks on the front of your vehicle to be damaged Always be sure to replace the...

Page 306: ...ll the information about your four wheel drive vehicle in this manual Is there enough fuel Is the spare tire fully inflated Are the fluid levels up where they should be What are the local laws that apply to off roading where you ll be driving If you don t know you should check with law enforcement people in the area Will you be on someone s private land If so be sure to get the necessary permissio...

Page 307: ...es on page 5 69 Environmental Concerns Off road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation However it also raises environmental concerns GM recognizes these concerns and urge every off roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment Always use established trails roads and areas that have been specially set aside for public off road recreational driving obey all poste...

Page 308: ...we mean Tune your senses to different kinds of signals Your eyes for example need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles Your ears need to listen for unusual tire or engine sounds With your arms hands feet and body you ll need to respond to vibrations and vehicle bounce Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off road driving One of the best ways to control your vehicle...

Page 309: ...ater Will you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain keep a firm grip on the steering wheel Ruts troughs or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you re not prepared When you drive over bumps rocks or other obstacles your wheels can leave the ground If this happens even with one or two wheels you can t control the v...

Page 310: ...here may be a smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top but you may not see this because the crest of the hill is hidden by bushes grass or shrubs Here are some other things to consider as you approach a hill Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply st...

Page 311: ... more power than you need because you don t want your wheels to start spinning or sliding Try to drive straight up the hill if at all possible If the path twists and turns you might want to find another route CAUTION Turning or driving across steep hills can be dangerous You could lose traction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills alw...

Page 312: ...vehicle stalls or is about to stall and I can t make it up the hill A If this happens there are some things you should do and there are some things you must not do First here s what you should do Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards Also apply the parking brake If your engine is still running shift the transmission to REVERSE R release the parking brake and s...

Page 313: ...ll Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into NEUTRAL N or pressing the clutch if you have a manual transmission to rev up the engine and regain forward momentum This won t work Your vehicle will roll backwards very quickly and you could go out of control Instead apply the regular brake to stop the vehicle Then apply the parking brake Shift to REVERSE R release the parking brake and slowly ...

Page 314: ...n gear This is because the NEUTRAL position on the transfer case overrides the CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued transmission You or someone else could be injured If you are going to leave your vehicle set the parking brake and shift the transmission to PARK P or put your manual transmission in FIRST 1 But do not shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL Leave the transfer case in the 2 Wheel High 4 Hi...

Page 315: ... accident When driving downhill avoid turns that take you across the incline of the hill A hill that s not too steep to drive down may be too steep to drive across You could roll over if you don t drive straight down Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL N or with the clutch pedal pressed down in a manual shift This is called free wheeling Your brakes will have to do all the work and ...

Page 316: ...deways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels or if the downhill wheels drop into a rut or depression your vehicle can tilt even more For reasons like these you need to decide carefully whether to try to drive across an incline Just because the trail go...

Page 317: ...and the vehicle starts to roll over you ll be right in its path If you have to walk down the slope stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over CAUTION Getting out on the downhill low side of a vehicle stopped across an incline is dangerous If the vehicle rolls over you could be crushed or killed Always get out on the uphill high side of the vehicle and stay well clear of the ro...

Page 318: ... dunes your tires will tend to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering accelerating and braking Drive at a reduced speed and avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it s very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating And if you do get moving poor ste...

Page 319: ...rous Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your passengers could drown If it is only shallow water it can CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued still wash away the ground from under your tires and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over Do not drive through rushing water See Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads on page 4 39 for more information on driving through water After...

Page 320: ...our headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your n...

Page 321: ... repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of it Driving ...

Page 322: ...ns of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They will not work as well in a quic...

Page 323: ...ule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water Notice If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can not avoid deep puddles or standing water dri...

Page 324: ...cially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires on page 5 69 City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them You ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals 4 42 ...

Page 325: ...is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways turnpikes or superhighways are the safest of all roads But they have their own special rules The most important advice on freeway driv...

Page 326: ...istance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to the next exit The exit ramp can be curved sometimes quite sharply The exit speed is usually posted Reduce your speed according to your speedometer not to your sense of motion After driving for an...

Page 327: ...t just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Don t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and...

Page 328: ...your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill CAUTION If you do not shift down your brakes could get so hot that they would...

Page 329: ...wer gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may ...

Page 330: ...r a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 4 48 ...

Page 331: ...g on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution If you have traction assist keep the system on It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road But you can turn the traction system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow o...

Page 332: ...d buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably...

Page 333: ...in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go ...

Page 334: ...ast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you are stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Do not spin the wheels...

Page 335: ...lerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out Or you can use your recovery hooks if your vehicle has them If you do need to be towed out ...

Page 336: ...straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back Notice Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty 4 54 ...

Page 337: ...y Towing following Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendations How far will you tow Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow Do you have the proper towing equipment See your dealer or trailering professional for additi...

Page 338: ...ocedure to select the neutral position for your vehicle 5 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle 6 Turn the ignition off CAUTION Shifting a four wheel drive vehicle s transfer case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in Park P for an automatic transmission or if your vehicle is in gear for a manual t...

Page 339: ...ing brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle 6 Turn the ignition off CAUTION Shifting a four wheel drive vehicle s transfer case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in Park P for an automatic transmission or if your vehicle is in gear for a manual transmission You or others could be injured Make sure the parking brake is ...

Page 340: ...tual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle The Certification Tire label also contains information about your Front Axle Reserve Capacity See Front Axle Re...

Page 341: ...de your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the trunk of your vehicle In a trunk put them as far forward as you can Try to spread the weight e...

Page 342: ... the area between the front of each wheel well and the rear of each wheel well The center of gravity height must not extend above the top of the pickup box flareboard Any load that extends beyond the vehicle s taillamp area must be properly marked according to local laws and regulations Remember not to exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR of the front or rear axle See Loading Your Vehicle on p...

Page 343: ...ilt with a special package called RPO VYU snow plow prep package If your vehicle has this option you can add a plow to it provided certain weights such as the weights on the vehicle s axles and the GVW aren t exceeded Q How heavy can a snow plow safely be A The plow your vehicle can carry depends on many things such as The options your vehicle came with and the weight of those options The weight a...

Page 344: ...e front axle rating The snow plow manufacturer or installer can assist you in determining the amount of rear ballast required to help make sure your snowplow vehicle combination does not exceed the GVW rating the front and rear axle ratings and the front and rear weight distribution ratio The total vehicle must not exceed the GVW rating Q What is front axle reserve capacity and how do I calculate ...

Page 345: ...he front axle W B Vehicle Wheelbase For example adding a 700 lb 318 kg snow plow actually adds more than 700 lb 318 kg to the front axle Using the formula if the snow plow is 4 ft 122 cm in front of the front axle and the wheel base is 10 ft 305 cm then W 700 lb 318 kg A 4 ft 122 cm W B 10 ft 305 cm W x A W B W B 700 x 4 10 10 980 lb 445 kg So if your truck s front axle reserve capacity is more th...

Page 346: ...y be possible to load the front axle to the front GAWR but not have enough weight on the rear axle to have proper braking performance If your brakes can not work properly you could have a crash To help your brakes work properly when a snow plow is installed always follow the snow plow manufacturer or installer s recommendation for rear ballast to ensure a proper front and rear weight distribution ...

Page 347: ...our vehicle Also see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 58 Truck Camper Loading Information Notice If your vehicle is equipped with the SS trim package do not install a truck camper or your vehicle could be damaged This label is inside the glove box It will tell you if your vehicle can carry a slide in camper how much of a load your vehicle can carry and how to correctly spread out the load Also it wi...

Page 348: ...ar Here is an example of proper truck and camper match A Camper Center of Gravity B Recommended Center of Gravity Location Zone The camper s center of gravity should fall within the center of gravity zone for your vehicle s cargo load You must weigh any accessories or other equipment that you add to your vehicle Then subtract this extra weight from the CWR This extra weight may shorten the center ...

Page 349: ...ck Camper Loading Trailer Recommendations You must subtract your hitch loads from the CWR for your vehicle Weigh your vehicle with the trailer attached so that you won t go over the GVWR or GAWR If you are using a weight distributing hitch weigh the vehicle without the spring bars in place You ll get the best performance if you spread out the weight of your load the right way and if you choose the...

Page 350: ...r in this section If yours was built with trailering options as many are it s ready for heavier trailers But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s the reason for this part In it are many time tested important trailering...

Page 351: ...l Mode Light on page 3 53 Three important considerations have to do with weight the weight of the trailer the weight of the trailer tongue and the weight on your vehicle s tires Tow Haul Mode Tow haul is a feature on automatic transmission equipped vehicles that assists when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load The purpose of the tow haul mode is to Reduce the frequency and improve the...

Page 352: ...ng characteristics and reduced fuel economy Tow haul is recommended only when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It depends on how you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipme...

Page 353: ...00 lbs 5 902 kg Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1 000 lbs 454 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 1 500 lbs 680 kg maximum Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C 1500 Extended Cab Short Box 2WD 4300 V6 Auto 3 42 3 73 4 700 lbs 2 133 kg 5 200 lbs 2 360 kg 9 500 lbs 4 313 kg 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg...

Page 354: ... 6000 V8 3 73 4 10 8 200 lbs 3 719 kg 10 200 lbs 4 626 kg 14 000 lbs 6 356 kg 16 000 lbs 7 264 kg 6000 V8 w 4WS 3 73 4 10 7 900 lbs 3 583 kg 9 900 lbs 4 490 kg 14 000 lbs 6 356 kg 16 000 lbs 7 264 kg Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1 500 lbs 680kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 2 500 lbs 1 133 kg max...

Page 355: ... weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1 000 lbs 454 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 1 500 lbs 680 kg maximum Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C 1500 Extended Cab Long Box 2WD 4800 V8 Auto 3 42 3 73 5 900 lbs 2 676 kg 6 900 lbs 3 129 kg 11 000 lbs 4 994 kg 12 000 lbs 5 448 kg 4800 V8 Manual 3 42 3...

Page 356: ... lbs 6 356 kg Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1 000 lbs 454 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 1 500 lbs 680 kg maximum Maximum weight 7 900 lbs 3 583 kg for fifth wheel or gooseneck Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 1500 Extended Cab Short Box 4WD 4800 V8 Auto 3 73 4 10 6 800 lbs 3 087...

Page 357: ...00 lbs 3 492 kg for fifth wheel or gooseneck Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 1500 Short Short Box Crew Cab 4WD 5300 V8 3 42 3 73 lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1 500 lbs 680kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 2 500 lbs 1 133 kg maximum Vehicle Axle Ratio Ma...

Page 358: ...or fifth wheel and gooseneck Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 1500 Extended Cab Long Box 4WD 4800 V8 3 73 4 10 6 700 lbs 3 041 kg 7 700 lbs 3 495 kg 12 000 lbs 5 448 kg 13 000 lbs 5 902 kg 4800 V8 Manual 3 73 4 10 4 700 lbs 2 133 kg 5 700 lbs 2 587 kg 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg 11 000 lbs 4 994 kg 5300 V8 3 73 4 10 7 700 lbs 3 495 kg 8 700 lbs 3 949 kg 13 000 lbs 5 902 kg 14 000 lbs 6 356...

Page 359: ... should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1 500 lbs 680 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 2 500 lbs 1 133 kg maximum Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C 2500 Regular Cab Long Box HD 2WD 6000 V8 4 10 10 600 lbs 4 808 kg 16 000 lbs 7 264 kg 8100 V8 3 73 4 10 14 100 lbs 6 395 kg 16 100 lbs 7 302 kg 20 0...

Page 360: ...mum Trailer Weight GCWR C 2500 Extended Cab Long Box HD 2WD 6000 V8 4 10 10 200 lbs 4 626 kg 16 000 lbs 7 264 kg 8100 V8 3 73 4 10 13 700 lbs 6 214 kg 15 700 lbs 7 121 kg 20 000 lbs 9 080 kg 22 000 lbs 9 988 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel 3 73 15 500 lbs 7 030 kg 22 000 lbs 9 988 kg C 2500 Crew Cab Short Box HD 2WD 6000 V8 4 10 10 100 lbs 4 585 kg 16 000 lbs 7 264 kg 8100 V8 3 73 4 10 13 600 lbs 6 168 kg 15 60...

Page 361: ... kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 000 lbs 1 360 kg maximum Limited to 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg with weight distributing hitch Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 2500 LD 4WD 6000 V8 3 73 4 10 8 200 lbs 3 719 kg 10 200 lbs 4 626 kg 14 000 lbs 6 356 kg 16 000 lbs 7 264 kg Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1 500...

Page 362: ...ht up to 3 000 lbs 1 360 kg maximum Limited to 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg with weight distributing hitch Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 2500 Extended Cab Short Box HD 4WD 6000 V8 4 10 10 100 lbs 4 630 kg 16 000 lbs 7 264 kg 8100 V8 3 73 4 10 13 600 lbs 6 168 kg 13 600 lbs 6 168 kg 20 000 lbs 9 080 kg 22 000 lbs 9 988 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel 3 73 15 400 lbs 6 985 kg 22 000 lbs 9 988 kg Tongue ...

Page 363: ...ailer weight up to 1 500 lbs 680 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 000 lbs 1 360 kg maximum Limited to 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg with weight distributing hitch Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 2500 Crew Cab Long Box HD 4WD 6000 V8 4 10 9 600 lbs 4 354 kg 16 000 lbs 7 264 kg 8100 V8 3 73 4 10 13 200 lbs 5 987kg 14 700 l...

Page 364: ...eight up to 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg maximum Limited to 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg with weight distributing hitch Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 3500 Regular Cab 4WD 6000 V8 4 10 9 900 lbs 4 494 kg 16 000 lbs 7 264 kg 8100 V8 4 10 15 500 lbs 7 030 kg 22 000 lbs 9 988 kg 6 6L V8 3 73 15 400 lbs 6 985 kg 22 000 lbs 5 448 kg K 3500 Extended Cab 4WD 6000 V8 4 10 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg 16 000 lbs 7 26...

Page 365: ...to 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg maximum Limited to 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg with weight distributing hitch The Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers cargo equipment and conversions The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us a...

Page 366: ...0 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for your vehicle After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires Be sure your vehicle ...

Page 367: ...h the safety chains to the attaching points on the bumper If you are towing a trailer up to your vehicle s trailer rating limit you may attach the safety chains to the attaching point on the hitch platform If you are towing with an aftermarket hitch follow the trailer or hitch manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig Nev...

Page 368: ...e very warm Avoid putting items in the truck bed that might be affected by high ambient temperatures Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because ...

Page 369: ...often e g under heavy loads and or hilly conditions You may also want to activate the tow haul mode if the transmission shifts too often See Tow Haul Mode Light on page 3 53 If you have a 5 speed manual transmission and you are towing a trailer it s better not to use FIFTH 5 gear Just drive in FOURTH 4 gear or as you need to a lower gear If you have a 6 speed manual transmission and you are towing...

Page 370: ...nto PARK P for an automatic transmission or REVERSE R for a manual transmission 5 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear and not in NEUTRAL 6 Release the regular brakes CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine runni...

Page 371: ...erfill engine oil axle lubricant belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Trailer Wiring Harness Your vehicle is equipped with one of the following wiring harness...

Page 372: ...ring harness an additional 2 wire harness and 7 pin universal trailer connector are available from your dealer Heavy DutyTrailer Wiring Harness Package Your pickup may be equipped with the eight wire trailer towing harness This harness with a seven pin universal trailer connector is attached to a bracket on the hitch platform The Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL wire is tied next to the trailer ...

Page 373: ...ith a standard four way round pin connector you can also get an adapter from your dealer Camper Fifth Wheel Trailer Wiring Package The eight wire camper harness is located under the front edge of the pickup box on the driver s side of the vehicle attached to the frame bracket A connector will have to be added to the wiring harness which connects to the camper The eight wire harness contains the fo...

Page 374: ...e harness with a seven pin connector and separate CHMSL connector are located at the rear of the vehicle and are tied to the vehicle s frame Instrument Panel Jumper Wiring Harness This harness may be included with your vehicle as part of the heavy duty trailer wiring package This harness is for an electric brake controller and includes a trailer battery feed fuse It should be installed by your dea...

Page 375: ...this adapter to connect a standard four way round pin connector to the seven wire harness on your vehicle Connect the adapter with the tab pointing up see arrow The flip cap on the vehicle s seven wire harness will lock onto the tab and help hold the adapter in place Plug the four way round pin connector onto the adapter 4 93 ...

Page 376: ...ctions to the lower stud B of the relay The auxiliary battery circuit is protected by a megafuse located behind the auxiliary battery Be sure to follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment that you install Notice When using the auxiliary battery provision the electrical load must not exceed 30 amps Always turn off any electrical equipment when not in...

Page 377: ...ge a PTO on a vehicle with an automatic transmission do the following 1 For stationary use shift the transmission into PARK P 2 Turn the PTO rotary switch ON 3 If the engine speed is below the PTO engage speed limit the PTO will start The blinking LED on the PTO control switch indicates PTO engage is requested When PTO engages the LED will switch from blinking to a steady light To use PTO speed co...

Page 378: ... using the foot pedal and select SET on the PTO switch or the cruise control To use PTO speed control in variable mode while stationary do the following 1 Engage the PTO 2 Vehicle speed must be less than 5 mph 3 Make sure your foot is off the brake pedal and off the clutch for vehicles equipped with a manual transmission 4 Select the desired engine speed by using the foot pedal and select SET on t...

Page 379: ...lled PTO system and body equipment When the PTO switch is turned on the engine is limited to 2200 rpms If there are no accessories installed on the vehicle make sure the PTO switch is turned off Step Bumper Pad Your vehicle has a rear step bumper with a rear step pad at the center of the bumper If you will be using the bumper to tow a trailer and your step bumper has three cutout circles you must ...

Page 380: ... NOTES 4 98 ...

Page 381: ... Cleaner Filter 5 21 Automatic Transmission Fluid Except Allison Transmission 5 23 Automatic Transmission Fluid Allison Transmission 5 26 Manual Transmission Fluid 5 28 Hydraulic Clutch 5 29 Engine Coolant 5 30 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 33 Engine Overheating 5 33 Cooling System 5 36 Engine Fan Noise 5 41 Power Steering Fluid 5 42 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 43 Brakes 5 44 Battery 5 47 Jump S...

Page 382: ...ins 5 78 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 79 Changing a Flat Tire 5 80 Appearance Care 5 100 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 100 Care of Safety Belts 5 103 Weatherstrips 5 103 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 103 Sheet Metal Damage 5 105 Finish Damage 5 106 Underbody Maintenance 5 106 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 106 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 107 Vehicle Identification 5 108 Vehicle Identi...

Page 383: ...s manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 9 Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 80 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Part E Maintenance Record on page 6 2...

Page 384: ...sted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine A little pinging noise when you accelerate or drive uphill is considered normal This does not indicate a problem exists or that a higher octane fuel is necessary If you are u...

Page 385: ...torily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on see Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 49 and your vehicle may fail a smog check test If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for diagnosis If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs may not be covered ...

Page 386: ...alfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by...

Page 387: ...to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5 103 When you put the fuel cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the...

Page 388: ...cle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel...

Page 389: ...ated under and to the left of the steering wheel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located near the center of the grill 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly Pull down the hood and close it firmly 5 9 ...

Page 390: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you lift up the hood on the VORTEC 4300 V6 engine you ll see the following 5 10 ...

Page 391: ...id Allison Transmission on page 5 26 F Fan See Cooling System on page 5 36 G Engine Oil Fill See Engine Oil on page 5 16 H Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 42 I Remote Negative Terminal GND See Jump Starting on page 5 48 J Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 5 48 K Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 5 44 L Clutch Fluid Reservoir If Equipped See...

Page 392: ...When you lift up the hood on the VORTEC 5300 V8 engine VORTEC 4800 and 6000 V8 engines similar you will see the following 5 12 ...

Page 393: ...id Allison Transmission on page 5 26 F Engine Oil Fill See Engine Oil on page 5 16 G Fan See Cooling System on page 5 36 H Remote Negative Terminal GND See Jump Starting on page 5 48 I Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 42 J Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 5 48 K Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 5 44 L Clutch Fluid Reservoir If Equipped See...

Page 394: ...When you lift up the hood on the VORTEC 8100 V8 engine you will see the following 5 14 ...

Page 395: ...id Allison Transmission on page 5 26 F Engine Oil Fill See Engine Oil on page 5 16 G Fan See Cooling System on page 5 36 H Remote Negative Terminal GND See Jump Starting on page 5 48 I Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 5 48 J Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 42 K Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 5 44 L Clutch Fluid Reservoir If Equipped See...

Page 396: ...u get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick has a yellow ring handle and is located in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 10 for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan I...

Page 397: ...t the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil fill cap for the VORTEC 4800 5300 and 6000 V8 engines is located on the engine valve cover on the passenger s side of the vehicle On the 8100 engine the oil fill cap is located on the front of the engine See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 10 for more informatio...

Page 398: ...oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you choose to perform the engine oil change service yourself be sure the oil you use has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as show...

Page 399: ...formance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil GM Oil Life System Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you mus...

Page 400: ...em does not reset try the procedure once again If it still does not reset see your dealer for service What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags co...

Page 401: ...eaner filter at every oil change and replace it at the first oil change after 25 000 miles 40 000 km How to Inspect Locate the filter change indicator When the change indicator turns black or is in the red orange change zone replace the filter and reset the indicator To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake filter to release loose dust and dirt If the ...

Page 402: ...top button on the indicator CAUTION 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 flame if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off Notice If the air cleaner fil...

Page 403: ...ance Services on page 6 4 How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fa...

Page 404: ... you a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P Let the ...

Page 405: ...er checking the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill Notice We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON III because fluid with that label is made especially for your...

Page 406: ... difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine part or exhaust system parts starting a fire Too little flui...

Page 407: ...hot check If the fluid level is not within the COLD CHECK band add or drain fluid as necessary to bring the level into the middle of the COLD CHECK band 5 Perform a hot check at the first opportunity after the normal operating temperature of 160 F 71 C to 200 F 93 C is reached 6 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way Hot Check Procedure The fluid must b...

Page 408: ...aused by fluid other than DEXRON III is not covered by your new vehicle warranty After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed See your maintenance schedule to find out when to change you...

Page 409: ...er plug 2 Add fluid at the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to the bottom of the filler plug hole 3 Install the filler plug Be sure the plug is fully seated Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self adjusting The clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with hydraulic clutch fluid It is not necessary to regularly check clutch fluid un...

Page 410: ... of the diaphragm when it s in place in the reservoir See the instructions on the reservoir cap Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to ...

Page 411: ...water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL c...

Page 412: ... When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark If your vehicle is equipped with a low coolant sensor and the LOW COOLANT LEVEL message comes on and stays on it means you re low on engine coolant See Low Coolant Level under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 65 Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the surge tank but only wh...

Page 413: ...on the instrument panel See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 54 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode V8 Engines Only If an overheated engine condition exists and the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a loss in power and engine performance This opera...

Page 414: ... when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can b...

Page 415: ...r to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE X or DRIVE D for automatic transmissions If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If ...

Page 416: ...hat you ll see A Coolant Surge Tank B Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap C Engine Fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface 8100 V8 Engines All Other Engines 5 36 ...

Page 417: ...n speed should increase when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it doesn t your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice When adding coolant it is impo...

Page 418: ...the surge tank add coolant as follows CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank ...

Page 419: ...lant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer ho...

Page 420: ...ff start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark 5 40 ...

Page 421: ...economy and reduces fan noise Under heavy vehicle loading trailer towing and or high outside temperatures the fan speed increases as the clutch more fully engages So you may hear an increase in fan noise This is normal and should not be mistaken as the transmission slipping or making extra shifts It is merely the cooling system functioning properly The fan will slow down when additional cooling is...

Page 422: ...power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 10 for reservoir location 8100 V8 Engine All Other Engines 5 42 ...

Page 423: ...at kind of fluid to use see Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 19 Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall be...

Page 424: ...T 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 10 for the location of the reservoir There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear When new linings are put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system...

Page 425: ... section Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid See Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6 17 Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap Just look at the brake fluid reservoir The fluid level should be above MIN If it is not have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak After work is done on the brake h...

Page 426: ... that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care on page 5 100 Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that ...

Page 427: ... is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts If you do not your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehic...

Page 428: ...ng If your battery or batteries has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Be sure to follow the steps below to do it safely CAUTION Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you do not follow these steps exactl...

Page 429: ...NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL Notice If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 4 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or accessory power outlets Turn off the radi...

Page 430: ... your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 6 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some bas...

Page 431: ... vehicle has one 9 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one The vehicle s remote negative terminal is marked GND 10 Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part of the vehicle w...

Page 432: ...o start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly To prevent electrical shorting take care that the cables don t touch each other or any other metal The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty V8 Engine 8 1L Engine V8 Engine Diese...

Page 433: ...h vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the bad battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the positive remote terminal cover to its original position Jumper Cable...

Page 434: ...on page 6 17 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten the plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use S...

Page 435: ...m of the filler plug hole The proper level for the 1500 HD Series 2500 Series 2500 HD and 3500 Series is from 0 to 1 2 inch 0 to 13 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole The proper level for the 1500 and 2500 Series vehicles with QUADRASTEER 4 Wheel Steer is from 0 to 1 4 inch 0 to 6 mm below the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level What to Use Refer to the Mainte...

Page 436: ...on page 6 17 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten the plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use S...

Page 437: ...low the bottom of the filler plug hole you may need to add some lubricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 0 to 3 8 inch 9 5 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of ...

Page 438: ...repair or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 The use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the acts listed below ...

Page 439: ...e pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps 1 If your vehicle is equipped with two pins remove the two pins on the top of the headlamp assembly To remove the pins turn the outer pin outward and pull it straight up To remove the inner pin turn it in and pull it straigh...

Page 440: ...ical connector 4 Turn the old bulb counterclockwise and remove it from the headlamp assembly 5 Put the new bulb into the assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight Use care not to touch the bulb with your fingers or hands 6 Plug in the electrical connector 7 Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle Install and tighten the two pins If your vehicle has one pin install it and turn it int...

Page 441: ...ever turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the turn signal housing 5 Remove the old bulb from the bulb socket 6 Put the new bulb into the bulb socket Use care not to touch the bulb with your fingers or hands 7 Put the bulb socket into the turn signal housing and turn it clockwise until it locks 8 Put the turn signal housing back onto the vehicle placing the hook and posts on the...

Page 442: ...Roof Marker Lamps 1 Remove the two screws and lift off the lens 2 Remove the six screws on the center roof marker lamps 3 Turn the old bulb counterclockwise to remove it from the socket 5 62 ...

Page 443: ...bulb into the socket and turn clockwise until it locks in place 5 Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL and Cargo Lamp 1 Remove the screws and lift off the lamp assembly 5 63 ...

Page 444: ...bulb by turning the socket counterclockwise and pulling the bulb straight out 4 If a CHMSL bulb is replaced put the new bulb into the socket and press it in until it is tight If a cargo lamp is replaced put a new cargo lamp bulb into the socket and press it in until it is tight before turning the socket counterclockwise 5 Put the bulb holder back plate into the lamp housing 6 Reinstall the lamp as...

Page 445: ... from the lamp housing 4 Unplug the lamp 5 Plug in a new lamp and snap it into the housing 6 Reinstall the lamp housing Taillamps 1 Open the tailgate 2 Remove the two rear lamp assembly screws near the tailgate latch and pull out the lamp assembly 3 Your vehicle may have one of the following taillamp assemblies A Stoplamp B Turn Signal C Back up Lamp 5 65 ...

Page 446: ... equipped and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp housing 5 Pull the old bulb straight out from the socket 6 Press a new bulb into the socket and turn the socket clockwise into the taillamp housing 7 Reinstall the rear lamp assembly 8 Close the tailgate 5 66 ...

Page 447: ...ns seal Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Low Beam Headlamps 9006 High Beam Headlamp 9005 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 4114K Front Roof Marker Lamps 194 Front Parking and Turn Lamp 3457A Rear Marker Lamp Taillamp and Stop Lamp 3157 Taillamp and Stop Lamp 1157 Sidemarker Lamp If Equipped 194 Rear Turn Lamp 3157 Rear Turn Lamp 1156 Back up Lamp 3157 Back up Lamp 1156 Center High Mounted Stopl...

Page 448: ...t types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 5 121 To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly do the following 1 Lift the wiper arm and turn the blade until it is facing away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly toward the driver s side of the vehicle 3 Install a new blade by reversing...

Page 449: ... be checked when your tires are cold CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If your tread is badly worn or if your tires have been damaged replace them Inflation Tire Pressure The Certification Tire label or Tire a...

Page 450: ...he recommended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Dual Tire Operation When the vehicle is new or whenever a wheel wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced check the wheel nut torq...

Page 451: ...ly Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the wheel wrench hoist shaft to tighten the cable See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 80 If your vehicle has dual rear wheels also see Dual Tire Operation on page 5 70 The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Part A Scheduled Maintenan...

Page 452: ...e the correct rotation pattern shown here when rotating your tires The dual tires are rotated as a pair and the inside rear tires became the outside rear tires When you install dual wheels be sure the vent holes in the inner and outer wheels on each side are lined up After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Certification Tire label Make certai...

Page 453: ...e for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining Some commercial truck tires may not have treadwear indicators You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or f...

Page 454: ... could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued have a crash Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels If your vehicle has 20 inch road tires those original...

Page 455: ...y requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of ...

Page 456: ...e The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road your whee...

Page 457: ...aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis Whenever a wheel wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced on a dual wheel setup check the wheel nut torque after 100 1 000 and 6 000 miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km of driving For proper torque see Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 118 See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 80 for ...

Page 458: ...to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires Notice If your vehicle does not have dual wheels and is equipped with a tire size other than P265 75R16 LT65 75R16 or P275 55R20 use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use chains that are ...

Page 459: ... may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without t...

Page 460: ...eople You and they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine 4 Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end The following steps ...

Page 461: ...Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Regular Cab and Crew Cab Extended Cab 5 81 ...

Page 462: ...ab models pull up the second row seat with the loop at the base of the seat cushion to access the tools 2 To release the bottle jack from its holder turn the knob on the bottle jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head 3 The wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer can be removed by turning the wing nut counterclockwise 4 There is also a wing nut used to retain the storage bag and tools To rem...

Page 463: ... D Tire Retainer E Hoist Shaft F Hoist End of Extension Tool G Hoist Shaft Access Hole H Wheel Wrench I Jack Handle Extensions J Hoist Lock If Equipped 1 If your vehicle is equipped with a hoist lock J open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper and use the ignition key to remove the lock 2 Assemble the wheel wrench H and the two jack handle extensions I as shown 5 83 ...

Page 464: ...n the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle If the spare tire does not lower to the ground the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower See Secondary Latch System later in this section 5 The wheel wrench has a hook that allows you to pull the hoist cable towards you to assist in reaching the spare tire 6 When the tire has been lowered tilt the r...

Page 465: ... the flat tire and raise the vehicle The tools you ll be using include the bottle jack A the wheel blocks B the jack handle C the jack handle extensions D and the wheel wrench E 1 Remove the center cap by placing the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently prying the cap out 5 85 ...

Page 466: ... All Other Series C Rear Location All Series 3 Position the jack under the vehicle as shown If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle Two Wheel Drive 1500 Series vehicles position the jack under the bracket attached to the vehicle s frame behind the flat tire If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle all other models position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire If the flat tire ...

Page 467: ...off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle Front Position 2WD 1500 Series 5 8...

Page 468: ... securely between the grooves that are on the jack head Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well Front Position All Other Models Rear Position 5 88 ...

Page 469: ...ime The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose ...

Page 470: ...e put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each wheel nut by hand Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the nuts until the wheel is held against the hub Front Position All Models 5 90 ...

Page 471: ...8 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Lower the jack completely Front Position 2WD 1500 Series Rear Position 5 91 ...

Page 472: ...GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in the Index for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequen...

Page 473: ...on loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Notice An aluminum wheel with a flat tire should always be stored under the vehicle with the hoist However storing it that way for an extended period of time could damage the wheel To avoid this always stow the wheel properly with the valve stem pointing down and have the wheel repaired as soon as possible Return the bottl...

Page 474: ...oles in the base of the jack onto the pin in the mounting bracket Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare tire carrier Use the art and text following to help you A Spare Tire Valve Stem Pointed Down B Hoist Assembly C Hoist Cable D Tire Retainer E Hoist Shaft F Hoist End of Extension Tool G Hoist Shaft Access Hole H Wheel Wrench I Jack Handle Extensions J Hoist Lock If Equipped 1...

Page 475: ...ions I together 4 Insert the hoist end F through the hole G in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 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 turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice You cannot overtighten the cable 5 95 ...

Page 476: ...quipped with a secondary latch system It s designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly falling off your vehicle For the secondary latch to work the spare must be installed with the valve stem pointing down See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Jack and Tools earlier in this section CAUTION Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions could dama...

Page 477: ...e cable 3 Loosen the cable by turning the wrench counterclockwise three or four turns 4 Repeat this procedure at least two times If the spare tire lowers to the ground continue with Step 5 of Removing the Spare Tire and Tools earlier in this section 5 Turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately six inches 15 cm of cable is exposed 6 Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest ends with the b...

Page 478: ...ear bumper Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire 9 Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the end fitting 10 Continue raising the jack until the spare tire stops moving upward and is held firmly in place The secondary latch has released and the spare tire is balancing on the jack 5 98 ...

Page 479: ...e spare tire with the other hand If the spare tire is hanging from the cable insert the hoist handle extension and wheel wrench into the hoist shaft hole in the bumper and turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare the rest of the way 13 Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tire out from under the vehicle 14 If the cable is hanging...

Page 480: ...rdous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Do not use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic and painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth Cleaning Fabric Ca...

Page 481: ...ee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water 2 If a stain remains follow the cleaning instructions described earlier 3 If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the area with a water and baking soda solution 1 teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup 250 ml o...

Page 482: ...s in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and d...

Page 483: ...ty Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Vehi...

Page 484: ...the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Protecting Exterior Bright ...

Page 485: ... because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Use chrome polish only on chrome plated wheels but avoid any painted surface of the wheel and buff off immediately after application Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean y...

Page 486: ...on protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne polluta...

Page 487: ...ewalls Vinyl Cleaner Cleans vinyl tops upholstery and convertible tops Glass Cleaner Removes dirt grime smoke and fingerprints Vehicle Care Appearance Materials cont d Description Usage Chrome and Wire Wheel Cleaner Removes dirt and grime from chrome wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl ...

Page 488: ... See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 19 Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is the legal identifier for your vehicle It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels ...

Page 489: ...on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 80 Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop...

Page 490: ... t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block access door is on the driver s side edge of the instrument panel Pull off the cover to access the fuse bloc...

Page 491: ...river s Door Harness Connection CRUISE Cruise Control Power Take Off PTO UNLOCK Relay Power Door Lock Relay Unlock Function RR FOG LP Not Used BRAKE Anti Lock Brake System DRIVER UNLOCK Power Door Lock Relay Driver s Door Unlock Function IGN 0 TCM TBC IGN 0 Truck Body Controller VEH CHMSL Vehicle and Trailer High Mounted Stoplamp LT TRLR ST TRN Left Turn Signal Stop Trailer LT TRN Left Turn Signal...

Page 492: ...ontroller TBC 2A Truck Body Controller Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block The center instrument panel utility block is located underneath the instrument panel to the left of the steering column Device Usage SEO Special Equipment Option TRAILER Trailer Brake Wiring UPFIT Upfitter Not Used SL RIDE Ride Control Harness Connection HDLR 2 Headliner Wiring Connector BODY Body Wiring Connector DEFOG Rear...

Page 493: ...tion Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle near the battery Lift the cover for access to the fuse relay block To remove fuses hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 10 for more information on its location 5 113 ...

Page 494: ...5 114 ...

Page 495: ...l Fan LBEC Left Bussed Electrical Center Door Modules Door Locks Auxiliary Power Outlet Rear Cargo Area and Instrument Panel Fuses Usage STUD 2 Accessory Power Trailer Wiring Brake Feed ABS Anti Lock Brakes VSES ECAS Vehicle Stability IGN A Ignition Power IGN B Ignition Power LBEC 1 Left Bussed Electrical Center Left Doors Truck Body Controller Flasher Module TRL PARK Parking Lamps Trailer Wiring ...

Page 496: ...Fuel Pump Relay B U LP Back up Lamps Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Fuses Usage RR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger HDLP HI Headlamp High Beam Relay PRIME Not Used 02B Oxygen Sensors SIR Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System FRT PARK Front Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps Relay SEO IGN Rear Defog Relay TBC IGN1 Truck Body Controller Ignition HI HDLP LT High B...

Page 497: ...Beam Left BTSI Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System CRANK Starting System LO HDLP RT Headlamp Low Beam Right FOG LP Fog Lamp Relay Fuses Usage FOG LP Fog Lamps HORN Horn Relay W S WASH Windshield Washer Pump Relay W S WASH Windshield Washer Pump INFO OnStar Rear Seat Entertainment RADIO AMP Radio Amplifier RH HID Not Used HORN Horn EAP Not Used TREC All Wheel Drive Module SBA Supplemental Bra...

Page 498: ...e Spark Plug Gap VORTEC 4300 V6 V6 W 0 060 inches 1 52 mm VORTEC 4800 V8 V8 V 0 060 inches 1 52 mm VORTEC 5300 V8 V8 T 0 060 inches 1 52 mm VORTEC 6000 V8 V8 U 0 060 inches 1 52 mm VORTEC 6000 V8 V8 N 0 060 inches 1 52 mm VORTEC 8100 V8 V8 G 0 060 inches 1 52 mm Model Description Torque C K 1500 C K 2500 6 Bolts 14 mm 140 lb ft 190 Y C K 3500 8 bolts 14 mm 140 lb ft 190 Y Tire Pressure See the Cer...

Page 499: ...4 0 L VORTEC 6000 V8 Automatic Transmission 14 4 quarts 13 6 L VORTEC 6000 V8 Manual Transmission 15 2 quarts 14 4 L VORTEC 6000 V8 Manual Transmission 14 8 quarts 14 0 L VORTEC 8100 V8 Manual Transmission 21 1 quarts 20 0 L VORTEC 8100 V8 Automatic Transmission 20 7 quarts 19 6 L Vehicles equipped with the optional engine oil cooler Vehicles equipped with the optional air conditioner Engine Oil W...

Page 500: ...4 0 gallons 128 L Chassis Cab 3500 27 0 gallons 23 0 gallons 102 L front 87 L rear Chassis Cab 3500 California 24 0 gallons 23 0 gallons 90 L front 87 L rear Chassis Cab 3500 27 0 gallons 102 L front Chassis Cab 3500 California 27 0 gallons 102 L front Chassis Cab 3500HD 23 0 gallons 18 0 gallons 87 L front 68 L rear Chassis Cab 3500HD 23 0 gallons 87 L front Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity ...

Page 501: ... Spark Plugs 41 932 41 974 PZTR5A15 41 974 PZTR5A15 Fuel Filter GF626 GF626 GF626 Wiper Blades 15153642 15153642 15153642 Wiper Blade Type ITTA ITTA ITTA Wiper Blade Length 22 inches 56 0 cm 22 inches 56 0 cm 22 inches 56 0 cm ACDelco part number GM part number Denso part number A1518C high capacity air cleaner filter may be substituted NGK part number 5 121 ...

Page 502: ...C CV2001 C Spark Plugs 41 974 PZTR5A15 41 974 PZTR5A15 PTJ14R15 Fuel Filter GF626 GF626 GF626 Wiper Blades 15153642 15153642 15153642 Wiper Blade Type ITTA ITTA ITTA Wiper Blade Length 22 inches 56 0 cm 22 inches 56 0 cm 22 inches 56 0 cm ACDelco part number GM part number Denso part number A1518C high capacity air cleaner filter may be substituted NGK part number 5 122 ...

Page 503: ...6 12 At Least Once a Month 6 12 At Least Twice a Year 6 13 At Least Once a Year 6 14 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 17 Steering and Suspension Inspection 6 17 Exhaust System Inspection 6 17 Fuel System Inspection 6 17 Engine Cooling System Inspection 6 17 Throttle System Inspection V6 Only 6 18 Transfer Case and Front Axle All Wheel Drive Inspection 6 18 Transfer Case and Front Axle Fou...

Page 504: ...s the environment Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition be sure to maintain your vehicle properly Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals checks inspections and recommended ...

Page 505: ...ou have any doubt have a qualified technician do the work If you want to get the service information see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 9 Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your d...

Page 506: ...re frequent checks and replacements So please read the following and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule them When you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work usi...

Page 507: ...n on page 6 18 Engine Oil and Chassis Lubrication Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the GM Oil Life System or every 12 months whichever occurs first Reset the system Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions ...

Page 508: ...ssis lubrication After the services are performed record the date odometer reading and who performed the service on the maintenance record pages in Part E of this schedule 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 71 for proper rotation pattern and...

Page 509: ...s 50 000 km Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 71 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Replace engine air cleaner filter on vehicles without a restriction indicator If equ...

Page 510: ...ons In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service Except Allison Transmission If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 miles 166 000 km Automatic Transfer Case Only Change tran...

Page 511: ...e footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km Inspect engine air cleaner filter or change indicator if equipped If necessary replace the filter If vehicle is driven in dusty dirty conditions inspect filter or change indicator if equipped at every engine oil change See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 21 for more information An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add...

Page 512: ...striction indicator If equipped with a change indicator inspect the indicator If necessary replace the filter If vehicle is driven in dusty dirty conditions inspect the change indicator if equipped at every engine oil change See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 21 for more information An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 71 for proper ...

Page 513: ...previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter Automatic Transfer Case Only Change transfer case fluid Except 8 1L V8 Engine Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Co...

Page 514: ...l Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 5 16 for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 30 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank an...

Page 515: ...ed to the correct tire inflation pressure make sure that the spare tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the wheel wrench ratchet to tighten the cable See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 80 Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean clo...

Page 516: ...h Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake on page 2 44 if necessary Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts ...

Page 517: ...e 3 With the engine off turn the key to the RUN position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle needs service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position With an aut...

Page 518: ...your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by ...

Page 519: ...er hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust on page 2 51 Fue...

Page 520: ...ont Axle Four Wheel Drive Inspection Every 12 months or at engine oil change intervals check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary A fluid loss could indicate a problem check and have it repaired if needed On manual shift transfer case oil the control lever pivot point Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation More frequent lubrication may be requir...

Page 521: ... 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent or equivalent Usage Fluid Lubricant Hydraulic Clutch System 5 Speed Trans Hydraulic Clutch Fluid GM Part No U S 12345347 in Canada 10953517 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Hydraulic Clutch System 6 Speed Trans Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Use only GM Part No U S 88958860 in Canada 88901244 Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid ...

Page 522: ... S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Front Axle SAE 80W 90 Axle Lubricant GM Part No U S 1052271 in Canada 10950849 or equivalent Usage Fluid Lubricant Rear Axle SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant GM Part No U S 12378261 in Canada 10953455 or equivalent meeting GM Specification 9986115 Rear Axle Steerable Synthetic Axle Lubr...

Page 523: ... Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 or equivalent Usage Fluid Lubricant Body Door Hinge Pins Tailgate Hinge and Linkage Folding Seats and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 or equivalent Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Hinges Latch Bolt and Linkage Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 o...

Page 524: ...odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 22 ...

Page 525: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 23 ...

Page 526: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 24 ...

Page 527: ...ity Program for Persons with Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Reporting Safety Defects 7 8 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 8 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 9 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 9 Section 7 Customer Assistance Information 7 1 ...

Page 528: ...stomer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left...

Page 529: ...elephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs You can find your specific vehicle infor...

Page 530: ... 833 2438 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 Canada Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H ...

Page 531: ...am To enhance Chevrolet s strong commitment to customer satisfaction Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center As the owner of a 2003 Chevrolet membership in Roadside Assistance is free Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day 365 days a year by calling 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 This toll free number will provide you over the phone roadside...

Page 532: ...hever occurs first All Courtesy Care services must be pre arranged by Chevrolet Roadside or dealer service management Basic Care and Courtesy Care are not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet reserves the right to modify or discontinue Basic Care and Courtesy Care at any time The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you w...

Page 533: ... If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconvenien...

Page 534: ...ach new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact you dealer for specific information about availability All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel Canadian Vehicles Fo...

Page 535: ...ld immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Canada 330 Sparks Street Tower C Ottawa Ontario K1A 0N5 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 222 1020 or write Chevrolet Motor Division...

Page 536: ... information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please ...

Page 537: ...adiness Light 3 36 Air Cleaner Filter Engine 5 21 Air Conditioning 3 30 All Wheel Drive AWD System 2 44 All Wheel Drive 5 54 AM FM Radio 3 72 AM 3 123 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 125 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 125 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 45 Anti lock Brake System 4 6 Appearance Care 5 100 Care of Safety Belts 5 103 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 106 Cleaning the Inside of Your ...

Page 538: ...Backing Up 4 86 BATTERY NOT CHARGING 3 65 Battery Replacement 2 6 Battery Run Down Protection 3 19 Battery Warning Light 3 42 Battery 5 47 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 44 Before You Drive 3 111 Before You Go Off Roading 4 24 Body Lubrication Service 6 14 Brake Adjustment 5 47 Brake Fluid 5 44 Brake Pedal Travel 5 47 Brake Wear 5 46 Brake 2 44 Parking 2 44 System Inspection 6 18 System Warning L...

Page 539: ...r Position Safety Belts 1 24 Chains Tires 5 78 CHANGE ENGINE OIL 3 66 Check Engine Light 3 49 CHECK OIL LEVEL 3 66 CHECK WASHER FLUID 3 66 Checking Brake Fluid 5 45 Checking Coolant 5 32 Checking Engine Oil 5 16 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 8 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 81 Check 3 49 Engine Light 3 49 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 106 Child Restraints 1 38 Child Restraint Systems 1 38 Infant...

Page 540: ...h Hydraulic 5 29 Compact Disc Messages 3 84 3 97 3 110 Compass Calibration 2 56 2 57 Compass Operation 2 57 Compass Variance 2 55 2 58 Content Theft Deferrent 2 18 Control of a Vehicle 4 5 Coolant 3 47 Engine Temperature Gage 3 47 Heater Engine 2 24 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 33 Cooling System 5 36 Crew Cab 1 53 Cruise Control Light 3 52 Cruise Control 3 11 Cupholder s 2 64 Current and Past Model O...

Page 541: ...ving in Mud Sand Snow or Ice 4 36 Driving in Water 4 37 Driving On Grades 4 87 Driving on Off Road Hills 4 28 Driving on Snow or Ice 4 49 Driving Through Deep Standing Water 4 41 Driving Through Flowing Water 4 41 Driving Uphill 4 29 Driving with a Trailer 4 86 Driving 4 38 At Night 4 38 City 4 42 Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 2 Freeway 4 43 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 46 In Rain and on Wet Roads 4 39 Win...

Page 542: ...rtment Overview 5 10 Coolant Heater 2 24 Coolant Temperature Gage 3 47 Coolant 5 30 Cooling System Inspection 6 17 Exhaust 2 51 Fan Noise 5 41 Oil 5 16 Overheating 5 33 Engine cont Starting 2 22 Entertainment System 3 125 Cleaning the Video Screen 3 125 DVD Distortion 3 122 Entry Lighting 3 18 Environmental Concerns 4 25 Exit Lighting 3 18 Express Down Windows 2 16 Extended Cab and Crew Cab 1 50 E...

Page 543: ...ton 3 57 FUEL LEVEL LOW 3 66 Fuel 5 4 Additives 5 5 California Fuel 5 5 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 5 8 Filling Your Tank 5 6 Fuels in Foreign Countries 5 6 Fuel cont Gage 3 53 Gasoline Octane 5 4 Gasoline Specifications 5 5 Low Warning Light 3 54 System Inspection 6 17 Fuses 5 110 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 110 Windshield Wiper 5 109 G Gage 3 47 Engine Coolant Temperature 3 47 Fuel 3 53 O...

Page 544: ...dd Fluid 5 30 How to Check Lubricant 5 55 How to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 43 How to Check 5 23 5 26 5 28 5 70 How to Inspect 5 21 How to Use This Manual ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 15 Hydraulic Clutch System Check 6 14 Hydraulic Clutch 5 29 Hydroplaning 4 41 I If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 35 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 34 If the Light is Flashing 3 50 If the Li...

Page 545: ...on 2 21 KEYFOB X BATTERY LOW 3 67 Keyless Entry System 2 4 Keys 2 3 L Lamps On Reminder 3 15 Lamps 3 14 Exterior 3 14 Interior 3 18 Lap Belt 1 25 Lap Shoulder Belt 1 16 LATCH System 1 47 Child Restraints 1 47 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 49 Latches Seatback 1 7 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Automatic Transmission Only 2 48 LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR Crew Cab 3...

Page 546: ... Controls 1 4 M Maintenance Normal Replacement Parts 5 121 Maintenance Schedule 6 12 At Each Fuel Fill 6 12 At Least Once a Month 6 12 At Least Once a Year 6 14 At Least Twice a Year 6 13 At the First 100 1 000 and 6 000 Miles 160 1 600 and 10 000km 6 12 Brake System Inspection 6 18 Engine Cooling System Inspection 6 17 Exhaust System Inspection 6 17 Fuel System Inspection 6 17 How This Section is...

Page 547: ...ies Except Puerto Rico and U S Virgin Islands Customer Assistance 7 4 Mirrors 2 56 Automatic Dimming Rearview with Compass and Temperature Display 2 56 Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar Compass and Temperature Display 2 53 Mirrors cont Manual Rearview Mirror 2 53 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror 2 61 Outside Camper Type Mirrors 2 59 Outside Convex Mirror 2 62 Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors ...

Page 548: ...able 3 53 Overdrive Disable Allison Transmission 2 28 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode V8 Engines Only 5 33 Overseas Customer Assistance 7 4 Owners Canadian ii Owner s Information 7 10 P Park P 2 46 Shifting Into 2 46 Shifting Out of 2 49 Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Park P Mechanism Check 6 16 Parking on Hills 4 88 Parking Your Vehicle 2 49 Parking 2 44 Brake 2 44 Over Thin...

Page 549: ...Your Cassette Tape Player 3 123 Care of Your CD and DVD Player 3 124 Care of Your CDs and DVDs 3 124 Radio with Cassette and CD 3 85 Radio with CD 3 75 Radio with Six Disc CD 3 98 Rear Seat Audio 3 120 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS 3 72 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems RDS 3 72 Theft Deterrent 3 121 Understanding Reception 3 123 RANGE SHIFT INHIBITED...

Page 550: ...Parts After a Crash 1 82 Reporting Safety Defects 7 9 Canadian Government 7 9 General Motors 7 9 United States Government 7 8 Restraint System Check 6 13 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 81 Restraint System Check cont Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 82 Restraint Systems 1 81 Checking 1 81 Replacing Parts 1 82 Resynchronization 2 7 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 22 Right Front Pas...

Page 551: ...m 1 49 Rear Outside Seat Position 1 50 Right Front Seat Position 1 55 1 58 Select Button 3 64 SERVICE 4 WHEEL STEER 3 69 SERVICE 4WD 3 69 SERVICE AIRBAG 3 68 SERVICE BRAKE BOOSTER 3 68 SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM 3 68 Service Bulletins 7 10 Service Manuals 7 9 SERVICE RIDE CONTROL 3 69 Service 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 4 Doing Your Own Work 5 3 Engine Soon Light 3 49 Publicati...

Page 552: ... Jacks 3 117 Storage Areas 2 64 Center Console Storage Area 2 65 Cupholder s 2 64 Front Storage Area 2 65 Glove Box 2 64 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Jack and Tools 5 93 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 52 Sun Visors 2 17 Supplemental Brake Assist System 4 9 Swing Out Windows 2 17 T Tachometer 3 35 Tailgate Removal 2 14 Tailgate 2 13 Taillamps Chassis Cab Models 5 67 Taillamps 5 65 Temperature and ...

Page 553: ...TIVE 3 70 Traction 4 10 Assist System TAS 4 10 Manual Selectable Ride 4 12 Off Light 3 46 Traction cont Trailer Brakes 4 85 Trailer Wiring Harness 4 89 Trailer 4 67 Recommendations 4 67 TRANS HOT IDLE ENGINE Allison Transmission Only 3 71 Transfer Case and Front Axle Four Wheel Drive Inspection 6 18 Transfer Case 5 54 5 56 TRANSMISSION HOT 3 70 Transmission Operation Automatic 2 25 Transmission Op...

Page 554: ...tmeter Gage 3 42 W Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 33 Warnings 3 65 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 65 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Washing Your Vehicle 5 103 Weatherstrip Lubrication 6 13 Weight of the Trailer Tongue 4 84 Weight of the Trailer 4 70 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use 5 18 What to Add 5 46 What to Do with Used Oil 5 20...

Page 555: ...ield Washer Fluid Level Check 6 12 Windshield Washer 3 10 Fluid 5 43 Windshield Wiper 5 68 Blade Replacement 5 68 Fuses 5 109 Windshield Wipers 3 10 Winter Driving 4 48 Wiper Blade Check 6 13 X XM Radio Satellite Service USA Only 3 75 3 85 3 98 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 125 XM Satellite Radio Service 48 Contiguous US States 3 123 Y Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 19 ...

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