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MANUAL MODE (M): This position, is available
on vehicles with the Allison Transmission

®

. It

lets drivers select the range of gears appropriate
for current driving conditions. If your vehicle
has this feature, see Range Select Mode (Allison
Transmission

®

) later in this section.

THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal
driving. However, it reduces vehicle speed
more than DRIVE (D) without using your brakes.
You might choose THIRD (3) instead of DRIVE (D)
when driving on hilly, winding roads, when
towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between
gears and when going down a steep hill.

SECOND (2): This position reduces vehicle speed
even more than THIRD (3) without using your
brakes. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can
help control your speed as you go down steep
mountain roads, but then you would also want to
use your brakes off and on.

If you manually select SECOND (2) in an
automatic transmission, the transmission will start
in second gear. You can 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.

For an Allison Transmission

®

, see Low Traction

Mode later in this section.

FIRST (1): For an automatic transmission, this
position reduces vehicle speed even more
than SECOND (2) without using your brakes. You
can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow
or mud. If the shift lever is put in FIRST (1) while
the vehicle is moving forward, the transmission
will not shift into first gear until the vehicle is going
slowly enough.

For an Allison Transmission

®

, This position

reduces vehicle speed, without using your brakes.
You can use it for major/sever downgrades and
off-road driving where the vehicle would otherwise
accelerate due to steepness of grade. When
you shift to FIRST (1) it will provide the lowest gear
appropriate to your current road speed and will
continue to downshift as the vehicle slows,
eventually downshifting to FIRST (1) gear.

Notice: Spinning the tires or holding
the vehicle in one place on a hill using
only the accelerator pedal may damage the
transmission. The repair will not be covered by
your warranty. If you are stuck, do not spin the
tires. When stopping on a hill, use the brakes to
hold the vehicle in place.

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Summary of Contents for Silverado Classic 2007

Page 1: ... 185 Universal Home Remote System 189 Storage Areas 201 Sunroof 204 Instrument Panel 205 Instrument Panel Overview 208 Climate Controls 227 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 241 Driver Information Center DIC 265 Audio System s 288 Driving Your Vehicle 355 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 356 Towing 423 Service and Appearance Care 465 Service 468 Fuel 470 Checking Things Under the Hood 478 ...

Page 2: ...543 Tires 545 Appearance Care 591 Vehicle Identification 600 Electrical System 601 Capacities and Specifications 611 Maintenance Schedule 615 Maintenance Schedule 616 Customer Assistance Information 639 Customer Assistance and Information 640 Reporting Safety Defects 656 Index 661 2 ...

Page 3: ...out a front passenger or rear seats Keep this manual in the vehicle so it will be there if it is needed while you are on the road If the vehicle is sold leave this manual in it the vehicle Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer retailer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual f...

Page 4: ... and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning 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 do not you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash throu...

Page 5: ...o warning labels on the vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text 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 reference the f...

Page 6: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle 6 ...

Page 7: ...r Position 35 Rear Seat Passengers 36 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 39 Safety Belt Extender 41 Child Restraints 42 Older Children 42 Infants and Young Children 45 Child Restraint Systems 49 Where to Put the Restraint 54 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 56 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 69 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position 71 Securing a C...

Page 8: ...at Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 92 Airbag Off Switch 93 Passenger Sensing System 97 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 102 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 103 Restraint System Check 104 Checking the Restraint Systems 104 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 105 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems 8 ...

Page 9: ...ement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving To move a manual seat forward or rearward 1 Lift the bar to unlock the seat 2 Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place 9 ...

Page 10: ...horizontal control up or down Raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the horizontal control up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire horizontal control up or down If your vehicle has power reclining seatbacks the control is located rear of the power seat control on the outboard side of the seats See Power Reclining Seatbacks under Reclining Sea...

Page 11: ...of high medium and low and to turn the heated seat off Indicator lights will come on to designate the level of heat selected three for high two for medium and one for low To heat only the seatback press the vertical button with the heated seatback symbol An indicator light on the seatback button will come on to designate that only the seatback is being heated Additional presses of the seatback but...

Page 12: ...s and hold the 1 or 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 To recall a memory position do one of the following If you have an automatic transmission press and release the desired button 1 or 2...

Page 13: ... exit position 4 Press and hold the exit button of the memory control for three seconds A double chime will sound to let you know that the position has been stored for the selected button 1 or 2 To repeat the procedure for a second driver follow the preceding steps but press the other numbered memory control button To use the seat exit position do one of the following If you have an automatic tran...

Page 14: ... the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked If your seats have manual reclining seatbacks the lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side of the seat s To recline the seatback do the following 1 Lift the recline lever 2 Move the seatback to...

Page 15: ...ight position 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Power Reclining Seatbacks If your seats have power reclining seatbacks use the vertical power seat control located on the outboard side of the seat s To recline the seatback press the control toward the rear of the vehicle To raise the seatback press the control toward the front of the vehicle 15 ...

Page 16: ...y Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt 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 17: ...nt seatbacks tilt forward to allow access to the rear of the cab To tilt the seatback forward lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat cushion CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked To return the seatback to the upright posit...

Page 18: ... cushion 2 Pull the seat cushion up until it latches with the seatback 3 After latching the seat cushion up pull forward on it to make sure it is locked The seat can also be folded down for more seating space To fold the seat down do the following 1 Push the seat cushion while pulling the release strap located under the seat cushion Pull the seat cushion down until it latches 2 After latching the ...

Page 19: ...rd 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 normal seating position do the following 1 Lift the seatback up and push it rearward all the way CAUTION If the seatback i...

Page 20: ...back are accessible to the outboard and center occupant and are not under the seat cushions Safety Belts Safety Belts They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts CAUTION Do not let anyone ride where he or she cannot wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you are not wearing...

Page 21: ...See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 244 In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here is why They work You never know if you will be in a crash If you do have a crash you do not know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of the...

Page 22: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 22 ...

Page 23: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 23 ...

Page 24: ...anel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That is why safety belts make such good sense 24 ...

Page 25: ... system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you are in a vehicle that has airbags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That is true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I am a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an excellent driver but if you are in an acc...

Page 26: ...h the driver position Driver Position Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here is how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The lap shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens...

Page 27: ...pants 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 would 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...

Page 28: ...too loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 28 ...

Page 29: ...rotection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose In a crash you could slide under the lap belt and apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs 29 ...

Page 30: ...can 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 30 ...

Page 31: ...jured 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 31 ...

Page 32: ...seriously 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 are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 32 ...

Page 33: ...ross the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer retailer to fix it 33 ...

Page 34: ...ou 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 do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy 34 ...

Page 35: ... s safety belt works the same way as the 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 airbag If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Center Front Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has a front bench seat...

Page 36: ... the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Rear Seat Passengers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who are not safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearin...

Page 37: ...ch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 41 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ev...

Page 38: ...e 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 is a sudden stop or a crash 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 injur...

Page 39: ... for some adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outboard passenger position in the rear seat Here is how to install a comfort guide to the shoulder 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 of the belt into the slots of th...

Page 40: ... guide on top CAUTION A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 40 ...

Page 41: ...will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer retailer will order you an extender When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it ...

Page 42: ...e or neck The lap belt should 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 According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike ot...

Page 43: ... so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides on page 39 If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on th...

Page 44: ... this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits 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 44 ...

Page 45: ...st be restrained while in a vehicle CAUTION Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraint...

Page 46: ...does not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint 46 ...

Page 47: ...ed or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide 47 ...

Page 48: ...nt will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and neck ...

Page 49: ...he child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed A a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a...

Page 50: ... of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields 50 ...

Page 51: ...raint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle An add on child restraint system is a portable one which is purchased by the vehicle s owner To help reduce injuries an add on child restraint must be secured in the vehicle With built in or add on child restraints the child has to be secured within the child restraint When choosing an add on child restraint be sure the child restraint is desig...

Page 52: ...belt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 56 for more information A child can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and t...

Page 53: ...s 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 CAUTION A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Make sure the child is properly secured following the instructions that came with tha...

Page 54: ... of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Be sure the airbag is off before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position Even though the passenger sensing system or airbag off switch are designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag under certain conditions no system is fail safe and no one can g...

Page 55: ...th your child restraint to see if there is enough room to secure your seat properly If your vehicle has the passenger sensing system or the airbag off switch and you need to secure a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat the passenger s frontal airbag must be off See Passenger Sensing System on page 97 Airbag Off Switch on page 93 and Securing a Child Restraint in the Rig...

Page 56: ... must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint that has LATCH attachments The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to use the child restraint and its attachmen...

Page 57: ...ment B to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached In the United States some child restraints also have a top tether Be sure to...

Page 58: ...s Do not install a child restraint in the center front seat position See Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position on page 71 for more information i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors j Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors Regular Cab Front Seat Bucket Regular Cab Front Seat Bench Extended Cab Rear Seat 58 ...

Page 59: ... exposed metal lower anchors located in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion For extended cab models the rear outboard seating positions have exposed metal lower anchors located in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion For regular and crew cab models there is an anchor symbol on the trim covers to assist you in locating the top tether anchors Crew Cab Rear Seat 59 ...

Page 60: ...ther anchor is located under a trim covers on the back panel behind the passenger seat Remove the trim plug to access the anchor For extended cab models the top tether anchors are located near the top of the seatback for each rear seating position In addition to the top tether anchors each seating position has a fabric loop at the top of the seatback that you will use to route the top tether throu...

Page 61: ...tion if your vehicle has rear seats if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached There is no place to attach the top tether in this position Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat See Where to Put the Restr...

Page 62: ...e restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual CAUTION Each top tether anchor except the center top tether anchor in an extended cab model and lower anchors in the vehicle are designed to hold only one child restraint Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even b...

Page 63: ...at there is no contact between the child restraint or the LATCH attachment parts and the vehicle s safety belt assembly Folding an empty rear seat with the safety belts secured may cause damage to the safety belt or the seat When removing the child restraint always remember to return the safety belts to their normal stowed position before folding the rear seat Regular Cab Models 1 If the child res...

Page 64: ...eatback If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether around the head restraint If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a single tether raise the head restraint and route the tether under the head restraint and in between the head restraint posts 2 See Securing a Child Restraint in the Right ...

Page 65: ...hild restraint on the seat 1 3 Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors 2 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor if your vehicle has one Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps 2 1 When using a child restraint with a top tether in ...

Page 66: ...ifferent directions to be sure it is secure Crew Cab Models 1 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor if your vehicle has one Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps 1 1 To access the top tether anchors raise the seat cushion by pulling up on the strap loop at the rear of the...

Page 67: ... the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether around the head restraint 67 ...

Page 68: ...up and push it rearward Then lower the seat cushion until the seatback and the seat cushion lock into position 2 Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower anchors If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts Refer to your child restraint manufacturer...

Page 69: ...e 56 If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will 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 instructions say 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the v...

Page 70: ...sh down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 70 ...

Page 71: ...tached to a top tether anchor disconnect it 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 the Center Front Seat Position CAUTION A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger s airbag...

Page 72: ... switches pictured in the following illustrations your vehicle has an airbag off switch that you can use to manually turn off the right front passenger s airbag Your switch may vary slightly See Airbag Off Switch on page 93 for more on this including important safety information and illustrations of alternate switch designs CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured ...

Page 73: ...in the right front seat always move the passenger seat as far back as it will go If your vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint we recommend that rear facing child restraints not be transported in your vehicle even if the airbag is off CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s ai...

Page 74: ...ight front passenger s position for example do not secure a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat See Airbag Off Switch on page 93 If your child restraint has the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 56 If your vehicle has a rear seat there is no top tether anchor at the right front seating position Do not secure a child seat in this posit...

Page 75: ...need to use a rear facing child restraint in this seat make sure the airbag is off once the child restraint has been installed When the airbag off switch has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag the off indicator in the airbag off light should light and stay lit when you turn the ignition to RUN or START See Airbag Off Light on page 246 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick...

Page 76: ...he shoulder belt to tighten the lap belt portion and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as 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 76 ...

Page 77: ... adult or larger child passenger If you had turned the airbag off with the switch remember to be sure to use the airbag off switch to turn on the right front passenger s airbag when you remove the child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger airbag risk group See Airbag Off Switch on page 93 CAUTION If the right front passenger s airbag is...

Page 78: ...ing system The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag when an infant in a rear facing infant seat or a small child in a forward facing child restraint or booster seat is detected See Passenger Sensing System on page 97 and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 248 for more information on this including important safety information A label on...

Page 79: ...a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat If your vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint we recommend that rear facing child restraints not be transported in your vehicle even if the airbag is off If your child restra...

Page 80: ... securing the child restraint in this seat See Power Seats on page 10 or Manual Seats on page 9 When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you turn the ignition to RUN or START See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 248 2 Put the child restraint on the s...

Page 81: ...r portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt You should not be able to pull more of the belt from the retractor once the lock has been set 81 ...

Page 82: ...the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion If this happens slightly recline the vehicle s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped unde...

Page 83: ...as the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 56 There is no top tether anchor in the right front passenger s position Do not secure a child seat in this position if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be anchored See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Child...

Page 84: ... or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 84 ...

Page 85: ...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 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...

Page 86: ...if you have airbags Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Airbags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts All airbags are designed to work with safety belts but do not replace them CAUTION Airbags are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal ...

Page 87: ... plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 42 ...

Page 88: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 88 ...

Page 89: ...t how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants Whether your frontal airbags will or should deploy is not based on how fast your vehicle is traveling It depends largely on what you hit the direction of the impact and how quickly your vehicle slows down Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds For example If the vehicle hits a sta...

Page 90: ...ight of your vehicle you will have either Single Stage Airbags or Dual Stage Airbags Vehicles that have a passenger sensing system also have dual stage airbags If the rearview mirror in your vehicle has a passenger airbag status indicator your vehicle has the passenger sensing system and therefore it has dual stage airbags If the rearview mirror in your vehicle does not have a passenger airbag sta...

Page 91: ...ides information which is used to determine if the airbags should deploy at a reduced level or at full deployment What Makes an Airbag Inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the airbag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator which inflates the airbag The inflator airbag and related hardware are all part of the airbag...

Page 92: ...revent people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there may be dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates then get fresh air by ...

Page 93: ...other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts Your vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash See Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders on page 651 Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag system Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for servi...

Page 94: ...nfant s physician makes 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 availabl...

Page 95: ...ndshield in a crash CAUTION If the right front passenger s airbag is turned off for a person who is not in a risk group identified by the national government that person will not have the extra protection of an airbag In a crash the airbag will not be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Do not turn off the passenger s airbag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group ...

Page 96: ...nt passenger s airbag could inflate even though the switch is off If this ever happens do not let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger airbag 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 until you have your vehicle serviced See Airbag Readiness Light on pag...

Page 97: ...or off will be visible See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 248 If your rearview mirror does not have either of the indicators pictured then your vehicle does not have the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag under certain conditions The driver s airbag is not part of the passenger sensing system The passenger sensi...

Page 98: ...jured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can...

Page 99: ...passenger sensing system has turned off the passenger s frontal airbag the off indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is off If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit turn the vehicle off Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint following the child restraint manufacturer s directions and refer to Securing a Chi...

Page 100: ... the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in your vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person If a person of adult size is sitting in the right front passenger s seat but the off indicator is lit it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat If this happens turn the vehicle off and ...

Page 101: ...luding 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 See Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 103 for more information about modifications that can affect how the system ...

Page 102: ...ystem To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 658 CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after the ignition is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inflates Avoid yellow connectors They are probably part of the airbag system Be sure to follow proper se...

Page 103: ...gs from working properly A We have designed our airbag systems to work properly under a wide range of conditions including snow plowing with vehicles that have the optional Snow Plow Prep Package RPO VYU But do not change or defeat the snow plow s tripping mechanism If you do it can damage your snow plow and your vehicle and it may cause an airbag inflation Q Because I have a disability I have to ...

Page 104: ...Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Notice If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s airbag the airbag may not work ...

Page 105: ...ter 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 ...

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Page 107: ...ors 126 Theft Deterrent Systems 126 Content Theft Deterrent 126 Passlock 128 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 129 New Vehicle Break In 129 Ignition Positions 130 Retained Accessory Power RAP 132 Starting the Engine 132 Engine Coolant Heater 134 Automatic Transmission Operation 136 Tow Haul Mode 143 Manual Transmission Operation 145 Four Wheel Drive 149 Parking Brake 166 Shifting Into Park P Aut...

Page 108: ...rors 182 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror 183 Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors 184 Outside Convex Mirror 184 Outside Heated Mirrors 185 OnStar System 185 Universal Home Remote System 189 System Identification 189 Universal Home Remote System 190 Universal Home Remote System Operation With One Triangular LED 190 Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED 194 Storage Areas 201 Glove...

Page 109: ...uld be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 109 ...

Page 110: ...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 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device This device complies with RSS 210 o...

Page 111: ...attery Replacement and Resynchronization under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 111 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation You can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet 1 m up to 100 feet 30 m away using the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter supplied with your vehicle K Unlock Press ...

Page 112: ...tolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmitt...

Page 113: ...n 5 Check the operation of the transmitter Resynchronization Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver The receiver will not respond to a signal that has been sent previously This prevents anyone from recording and playing back the signal from the transmitter To resynchronize your transmitte...

Page 114: ...y belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your ve...

Page 115: ... the inside slide the manual lever forward or rearward 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 115 ...

Page 116: ... may have this feature When locking the doors with the power lock switch or the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter and a door is open the doors will not lock until five seconds after the last door is closed Three chimes will sound to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use Pressing the power lock switch or the lock button on the RKE transmitter twice will override the delayed locking f...

Page 117: ...g options listed above before entering the program mode To enter the program mode do the following 1 Begin with the ignition off Then pull the turn signal multifunction lever toward you and 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 ...

Page 118: ... is pre programmed in the factory for your vehicle Mode 3 All doors unlock when the key is removed from the ignition This is the mode that is pre programmed in the factory for manual transmission vehicles Mode 4 No automatic door unlock The following instructions tell you how to change the automatic door unlock mode automatic transmission only Choose one of the four programming options listed abov...

Page 119: ...xit the program mode any time by turning the ignition to RUN The doors will automatically lock and unlock and the horn will chirp twice to indicate that you are leaving the program mode If the lock unlock switches are not pressed while in the programming mode the current automatic settings will not be modified See your dealer for more information Rear Door Security Locks Crew Cab With this feature...

Page 120: ... the key is in the ignition and a door is open If the power lock switch is pressed when a door is open and the key is in the ignition all of the doors will lock and then the driver s door will unlock Rear Doors Extended Cab Your vehicle may have a rear access door s that allows easier access to the rear area of the extended cab To open a rear access door from the outside first open the front door ...

Page 121: ...xtremely dangerous to ride on the tailgate even when the vehicle is operated at low speeds People riding on the tailgate can easily lose their balance and fall in response to vehicle maneuvers Falling from a moving vehicle may result in serious injuries or death Do not allow people to ride on the tailgate Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly You can open t...

Page 122: ... 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 123: ...n be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a 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 123 ...

Page 124: ... killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave keys in a vehicle with children CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent ...

Page 125: ...e by pulling up on the switch To open the window partway press the switch to the first depression position until the window is at the desired position Window Lockout o Window Lockout If your crew cab vehicle has power windows the driver s door power window switch has a lockout feature The lockout switch is located in front of the window switches This feature prevents all windows from operating exc...

Page 126: ...dow The passenger s side sun visor may have a vanity mirror Theft Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal Content Theft Deterrent Your vehicle may have a content theft deterrent alarm system The security light is located on the instrumen...

Page 127: ... sound for about two minutes then will turn off to save the battery power The theft deterrent system will not activate if you lock the doors with a key the manual door lock or the power door lock switch It activates only if you use the RKE transmitter You should also remember that you can start your vehicle with the correct ignition key if the alarm has been set off Here is how to avoid setting of...

Page 128: ...ehicle has 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 fuel is disabled If the engine stalls and the security light flashes wait until the light stops flashing before trying to restart the engine Remember to ...

Page 129: ...e full throttle starts Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this time your new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer o...

Page 130: ...n when the key is removed The steering locks when equipped with a manual transmission It is a theft deterrent feature You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK B ACCESSORY This position allows you to use things like the radio power windows and the windshield wipers when the engine is off CAUTION On manual transmission vehicles turning the key to LOCK will lock th...

Page 131: ...ays remember to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you This will lock your ignition and transaxle Also always remember to lock the doors The battery could be drained if you leave the key in the ignition while your vehicle is parked You may not be able to start your vehicle after it has been parked for an extended period of time Key Release Button Manual Transmission The ignition ke...

Page 132: ...your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine will not start in any other position that is a safety feature To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only If you have a diesel engine refer to the diesel supplement for the 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 only when your vehi...

Page 133: ...allowed approximately 15 seconds to prevent cranking motor damage To prevent gear damage this system also prevents cranking if the engine is already running The engine cranking can be stopped by turning the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY or LOCK Notice Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will disengage the starter motor cause your battery to be drained much sooner and ...

Page 134: ...Notice Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you do not your engine might not perform properly Any resulting damage would not be covered by your vehicle s warranty Engine Coolant Heater In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or c...

Page 135: ... 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 to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you do not it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged ...

Page 136: ...s the Allison Transmission with the Power Take Off PTO use PARK P when starting The Allison Transmission has a park pawl that is designed to hold the weight of commercial medium duty trucks Therefore the Allison Transmission uses larger parts than other automatic transmissions These larger parts may sometimes make a clunking noise when the selector lever is moved from DRIVE D or REVERSE R to PARK ...

Page 137: ...ven when you are on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transmission on page 167 If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 429 CAUTION If you have four wheel drive your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL So be sure the transfer case...

Page 138: ... NEUTRAL N In this position your engine does not connect with the wheels To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only 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 ob...

Page 139: ...s the transmission will downshift automatically The Allison Transmission uses a shift stabilization feature that adjusts the transmission shifting to the current driving conditions in order to reduce rapid upshifts and downshifts This shift stabilization feature is designed to determine before making an upshift if the engine will be able to maintain vehicle speed by analyzing things such as thrott...

Page 140: ...n you are trying to start your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces For an Allison Transmission see Low Traction Mode later in this section FIRST 1 For an automatic transmission this position reduces vehicle speed even more than SECOND 2 without using your brakes You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in FIRST 1 while the vehicle is moving forw...

Page 141: ...ange of gears for your current driving conditions The Range Selection Mode allows you to control the engine and vehicle speed while driving down hill by allowing you to select a desired gear The DIC shows the six available ranges with the highest attainable range shown in brackets See Driver Information Center DIC on page 265 and DIC Operation and Displays on page 266 for more information While us...

Page 142: ...d by your warranty If you are stuck do not spin the tires When stopping on a hill use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place Cold Weather Operation Allison Transmission On cold days approximately 32 F 0 C or colder your automatic transmission is designed to shift differently The transmission uses a warm up mode shift schedule until the engine reaches normal operating temperature While the transmi...

Page 143: ...loads The selector button is located on the end of the shift lever Turn the Tow Haul on and off by pressing the button When the Tow Haul is on a light on the instrument panel cluster will come on See Tow Haul Mode Light on page 263 for more information If your vehicle has the Performance Package Enhanced Towing activating the manual selectable ride will adjust the shock absorber characteristics to...

Page 144: ... Haul Mode Light on page 263 for more information Also see Tow Haul Mode under Towing a Trailer on page 429 for more information Grade Braking and Cruise Grade Braking Allison Transmission Grade Braking and Cruise Grade Braking assists when driving on a downhill grade It maintains the vehicle s speed by automatically using a shift schedule that uses the engine and the transmission to slow the vehi...

Page 145: ...rol stalk If your vehicle has the DURAMAX diesel Engine or the 8 1L VORTEC gasoline engine Grade Braking is only available while the Tow Haul Mode is selected While in the Range Selection Mode Grade Braking is deactivated allowing the driver to select a desired range of gears See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 136 for more information Also see Towing a Trailer on page 429 for more inform...

Page 146: ...hicle speeds clutch or engine damage could occur Do not shift into SECOND 2 unless you are going less than 20 mph 32km h THIRD 3 Press the clutch pedal and shift into THIRD 3 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 Shift into the higher forward gears the same way you do for THIRD 3 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator...

Page 147: ...he 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 the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clut...

Page 148: ... 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 ensure you have complete control over the vehicle If your engine speed drops below 600 rpm or if the engine is not running smoothly you should downshift to the next lower gear When operating on slippery surfaces downshift at lower than nor...

Page 149: ...sion disregard the shift light when the transfer case is in Four 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 ...

Page 150: ...to four wheel drive and the front axle engages See Four Wheel Drive Light on page 263 Some delay between shifting and when the indicator light comes on is normal Recommended Transfer Case Settings Driving Conditions Transfer Case Settings 2H 4H 4L N Normal YES Severe YES Extreme YES Vehicle in Tow YES See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 424 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 423 for further inform...

Page 151: ...n deep sand deep mud deep snow and while climbing or descending steep hills When operating in 4L the gear ratio provides additional torque when compared to 4H The transmission gear shift feel will be exaggerated CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P or if you have a manual transmission even if you are in gear You or someo...

Page 152: ... may be necessary to stop or slow the vehicle to shift into 4H When Using the Manual Transfer Case Shifting should be made using quick motions Shifting slowly may make it more difficult to shift You may notice that it is harder to shift when the vehicle is cold After the vehicle warms up the shifting will return to normal While in 4H or 4L you may experience reduced fuel economy Avoid driving in f...

Page 153: ...shift the transfer case into 4L while the vehicle is moving faster than 3 mph 5 km h Shifts into 4L can be made with the vehicle at a stop or while slowly rolling about 1 to 3 mph 2 to 5 km h Shift the automatic transmission into NEUTRAL N or with a manual transmission press the clutch pedal or shift into NEUTRAL Shift the transfer case shift lever in one continuous motion into the 4L position Whe...

Page 154: ...N Normal YES Variable YES Severe YES Extreme YES Vehicle in Tow YES See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 424 for further information You can choose among five driving settings Notice Driving on clean dry pavement in Four Wheel Drive High or Four Wheel Drive Low for an extended period of time may cause premature wear on your vehicle s powertrain Do not drive on clean dry pavement in Four Wheel D...

Page 155: ...tions are variable When driving your vehicle in AUTO 4WD the front axle is engaged but the vehicle s power is primarily sent to the rear wheels When the vehicle s software determines a need for more traction the system will transfer more power to the front wheels Driving in this mode results in slightly lower fuel economy than Two Wheel Drive High 2 m Two Wheel Drive High This setting is used for ...

Page 156: ...rque when compared to Four Wheel Drive High The transmission gear shift feel will be exaggerated If the SERVICE 4WD message stays on the Driver Information Center DIC you should take your vehicle to your dealer for service See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 269 for further information Shifting into Four Wheel Drive High or AUTO 4WD Automatic Four Wheel Drive Press and release the Four Wheel Dri...

Page 157: ...rive Low indicator light to stop flashing and remain on before shifting the transmission into gear Notice Shifting the transmission into gear before the Four Wheel Drive Low indicator light has stopped flashing could damage the transfer case To help avoid damaging your vehicle always wait for the Four Wheel Drive Low indicator light to stop flashing before shifting the transmission into gear It is...

Page 158: ...fting the transmission into gear before the Four Wheel Drive Low indicator light has stopped flashing could damage the transfer case To help avoid damaging your vehicle always wait for the Four Wheel Drive Low indicator light to stop flashing before shifting the transmission into gear The transfer case may make noise and the vehicle may jerk when the transfer case is shifted between Four Wheel Dri...

Page 159: ...or turn the ignition to RUN 4 Put the transmission in NEUTRAL N 5 Shift the transfer case to Two Wheel Drive High 6 Simultaneously press and hold the Two Wheel Drive High and Four Wheel Drive Low buttons for 10 seconds The red NEUTRAL light will come on when the transfer case shift to NEUTRAL is complete 7 If the engine is running shift the transmission to REVERSE R for one second then shift the t...

Page 160: ...sively shifting the transfer case into or out of the different modes may cause the transfer case to enter the shift protection mode This mode protects the transfer case from possible damage and only allows the transfer case to respond to one shift per 10 seconds The transfer case may stay in this mode for up to three minutes Electronic Transfer Case If your four wheel drive vehicle has the electro...

Page 161: ... If for some reason the transfer case cannot make a requested shift it will return to the last chosen setting 2 m Two Wheel Drive High This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations The front axle is not engaged in two wheel drive CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P You or someone else could be seriou...

Page 162: ...eed The front axle will unlock automatically with some delay Shifting from Two Wheel Drive High or Four Wheel Drive High to Four Wheel Drive Low To shift from Two Wheel Drive High or Four Wheel Drive High to Four Wheel Drive Low the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph 5 km h with the transmission in NEUTRAL N for an automatic transmission or the clutch pedal pressed for a manual tran...

Page 163: ...l Drive Low to Four Wheel Drive High or Two Wheel Drive High To shift from Four Wheel Drive Low to Four Wheel Drive High or Two Wheel Drive High your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph 5 km h with the transmission in NEUTRAL N for an automatic transmission or the clutch pedal pressed for a manual transmission The preferred method for shifting out of Four Wheel Drive Low is to have y...

Page 164: ...hold the Two Wheel Drive High and Four Wheel Drive Low buttons for 10 seconds The red NEUTRAL light will come on when the transfer case shift to NEUTRAL is complete 6 Start the engine if it is not already running 7 Press and hold the foot brake pedal and Shift the transmission to REVERSE R for one second then shift the transmission for one second to DRIVE D for an automatic transmission or FIRST 1...

Page 165: ... Low 4 After the transfer case has shifted out of NEUTRAL the red light will go out 5 Release the parking brake prior to moving the vehicle 6 You may start the engine and shift the transmission to the desired position Excessively shifting the transfer case into or out of the different modes may cause the transfer case to enter the shift protection mode This mode protects the transfer case from pos...

Page 166: ...ke pedal down Pull the bottom edge of the lever located above the parking brake pedal with the parking brake symbol to release the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released the brake system warning light will go off Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that the parking bra...

Page 167: ...your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 429 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into the PARK P position by pulling the shift lever toward you and moving it up as far as it will go 3 If...

Page 168: ...not in NEUTRAL CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Do not leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and the parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ...

Page 169: ... pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Automatic Transmission Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system which locks the shift lever in PARK P when the ignition is in the LOCK position You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transmission O...

Page 170: ...ARK P try this 1 Turn the key to ACCESSORY There is no shift interlock in this 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 Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite D...

Page 171: ...ehicle 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 the exhaust system has 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 ...

Page 172: ...an come in easily NEVER park in a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 402 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the automatic transmission 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 le...

Page 173: ...iew Mirror Pull or push the tab under the inside rearview mirror to adjust it to the night or daytime setting In the nighttime setting the glare from headlamps behind the vehicle will be less intense Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar Compass and Temperature Display Your vehicle may have this feature When on an automatic dimming mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize ...

Page 174: ...splay will 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 Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation The automatic dimming mirror function is turned on automatically each time the ignition is started To operate the automatic dimming mirror do the following 1 Make sure...

Page 175: ... 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 appear in the display The compass is now in zone mode 3 Keep pressing the on off button until the desired zone number appears in...

Page 176: ...push the on off button for approximately 12 seconds or until CAL is displayed The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction Passenger Airbag Indicator The vehicle may be equipped with a passenger airbag indicator on the mirror glass just above the buttons If the vehicle has this feature the mirror will display the word O...

Page 177: ...ease the TEMP button to toggle between the Fahrenheit and Celsius readings After approximately four seconds of inactivity the display will stop blinking and display the last selection made If an abnormal reading is displayed for an extended period of time please consult your dealer Under certain circumstances a delay in updating the temperature is normal Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation The time...

Page 178: ...t seconds or until CAL is displayed The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight Under certain circumstances as during a long distance cro...

Page 179: ...en the passenger airbag is enabled For more information see Passenger Sensing System on page 97 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 Outside Manual Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the sid...

Page 180: ...g type mirror they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of the objects behind you Adjust each mirror by turning it left or right Once the mirror is adjusted to the correct position tighten the set screw to hold the mirror in place These mirrors can also be manually folded in On the lower portion of the mirror is a convex mirror A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from t...

Page 181: ...s curved so you can see more from the driver s seat The convex mirror can also be manually adjusted to provide better vision for the driver Outside West Coast Type Mirrors If your vehicle is equipped with these 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 turning the mirror head B and moving ...

Page 182: ...ld push the mirror toward the vehicle To return the mirror to its original position push outward Be sure to return both mirrors to their original unfolded position before driving Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors If your vehicle is equipped with this feature the controls are located on the driver s door armrest Move the upper selector switch to the left or right to choose the mirror you want to adjus...

Page 183: ...ill need to reset the mirrors See Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors next Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors You will need to reset the power foldaway mirrors if the following occurs They are accidentally manually folded unfolded The mirrors will not stay in the unfolded position The mirrors shake and flutter at normal driving speeds To reset the power foldaway mirrors fold and unfold them at ...

Page 184: ...ted tilt position adjust the mirrors to the desired position while the vehicle is in REVERSE R When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE R this new position is saved in memory as the tilt position This feature can be turned on or off through the Driver Information Center DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 265 for more information Outside Convex Mirror CAUTION A convex mirror can make t...

Page 185: ... to your location If you lock your keys in the vehicle call OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR and they can send a signal to unlock your doors If you need roadside assistance press the OnStar button and they can contact Roadside Service for you OnStar service is provided to you subject to the OnStar Terms and Conditions You may cancel your OnStar service at any time by contacting OnStar as provided below A ...

Page 186: ...wrench On Demand Diagnostics OnStar Hands Free Calling with 30 complimentary minutes OnStar Virtual Advisor U S Only Available Services included with Directions Connections Plan All Safe and Sound Plan Services Driving Directions Advisor delivered or OnStar Turn by Turn Navigation If equipped RideAssist Information and Convenience Services OnStar Hands Free Calling OnStar Hands Free Calling allows...

Page 187: ...ee Calling feature On some vehicles the mute button can be used to dial numbers into voicemail systems or to dial phone extensions See the OnStar Owner s Guide for more information How OnStar Service Works In order to provide you with OnStar services your vehicle s OnStar system has the capability of recording and transmitting vehicle information This information is automatically sent to an OnStar...

Page 188: ...hat place as well Your vehicle must have a working electrical system including adequate battery power for the OnStar equipment to operate There are other problems OnStar cannot control that may prevent OnStar from providing OnStar service to you at any particular time or place Some examples are damage to important parts of your vehicle in an accident hills tall buildings tunnels weather or wireles...

Page 189: ...g Diode LED indicator light above the Universal Home Remote buttons follow the instructions under Universal Home Remote System Operation With One Triangular LED If there are three round LED indicator lights above the Universal Home Remote buttons follow the instructions under Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED For help or information on the Universal Home Remote System cal...

Page 190: ...terference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Universal Home Remote System Operation With One Triangular LED If there is one triangular Light Emitting Diode LED indicator light ab...

Page 191: ...that a new battery be installed in your hand held transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequency signal Programming the Universal Home Remote System Follow these steps to program up to three devices 1 Press and hold down the two outside Universal Home Remote buttons releasing only when the Universal Home Remote indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Do not ...

Page 192: ...t light continue with Steps 6 through 8 following to complete the programming of a rolling code device most commonly a garage door opener 6 Locate in the garage the garage door opener receiver motor head unit Locate the Learn or Smart button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor head unit 7 Firmly press and release the Learn or Smart button The name and ...

Page 193: ...sal Home Remote The Universal Home Remote indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 4 under Programming Universal Home Remote to complete Using Universal Home Remote Press and hold the appropriate Universal Home Remote button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons...

Page 194: ...emote System call the customer assistance phone number under Customer Assistance Offices on page 644 Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED Your vehicle may have the Universal Home Remote System If there are three round Light Emitting Diode LED indicator lights above the Universal Home Remote buttons follow the instructions below This system provides a way to replace up to thr...

Page 195: ... See Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons later in this section When programming a garage door it is advised to park outside of the garage Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or security device you are programming Programming Universal Home Remote Rolling Code Most garage door openers sold after 1996 are Rolling Code units Programming a garage door opener involves time se...

Page 196: ...ld slowly blink You may need to hold the button from five to 20 seconds 4 Immediately within one second release the button when the garage door moves The indicator light will blink rapidly until programming is complete 5 Press and release the same button again The garage door should move confirming that programming is successful and complete To program another Rolling Code device such as an additi...

Page 197: ...u will have to repeat the procedure Follow these steps to program up to three devices 1 To verify if you have a Fixed Code garage door opener remove the battery cover on your hand held transmitter supplied by the manufacturer of your garage door opener motor If you see a row of dip switches similar to the graphic above you have a Fixed Code garage door opener If you do not see a row of dip switche...

Page 198: ...hand held transmitter may be labeled as follows A switch in the up position may be labeled as Up or On A switch in the down position may be labeled as Down or Off A switch in the middle position may be labeled as Middle 0 or Neutral Example of Eight Dip Switches with Two Positions Example of Eight Dip Switches with Three Positions 198 ...

Page 199: ...nto the Universal Home Remote when completing Step 4 3 From inside your vehicle first firmly press all three buttons at the same time for about three seconds Release the buttons to put the Universal Home Remote into programming mode 4 The indicator lights will blink slowly Enter each switch setting from Step 2 into your vehicle s Universal Home Remote You will have two and one half minutes to comp...

Page 200: ...ty device or home automation device repeat Steps 1 8 choosing a different button in Step 6 than what you used for the garage door opener Using Universal Home Remote Press and hold the appropriate button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Reprogramming Universal Home Remote Buttons You can reprogram any of the three buttons by repeat...

Page 201: ...ay have a center armrest storage compartment in the front bench seat To open it fold down the armrest and press the latch handle located at the front of the armrest Center Console Storage Area Your vehicle may have a console compartment between the bucket seats To open it press the button located on the right side of the front of the lid Your console may have a cupholder that swings down for the r...

Page 202: ...e cover 1 To remove unsnap the cover Roll it up and stow it using the buckle and strap located at the front of the box A Back rail B Side rail C Rear bow D Center bow E Front bow F Front rail 2 Remove the tonneau cover from the notch in the front rail on the driver s side of the vehicle 202 ...

Page 203: ...d front center and rear to remind you of the order in which to reinstall them 4 To add cargo to the box remove all bows and the back rail and stow them safely To clean the tonneau cover use mild soap and water If necessary use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt trapped in the grain of the material 203 ...

Page 204: ...ontrol must be held until the glass stops moving so that the sunroof will be fully seated The sunroof also has a roller sunscreen that can be used to block the rays of the sun The roller sunscreen can be manually operated with the sunroof in an open or closed position To open the sunscreen press up to unlatch it and roll it back To close pull it forward and latch it to the close position If the ba...

Page 205: ...me Lamps 223 Dome Lamp Override 223 Entry Lighting 224 Exit Lighting 224 Front Reading Lamps 224 Cargo Lamp 224 Electric Power Management 225 Accessory Power Outlet s 226 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 227 Climate Controls 227 Climate Control System 227 Dual Climate Control System 229 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 232 Outlet Adjustment 240 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 241 Instrumen...

Page 206: ...Displays 266 DIC Warnings and Messages 269 DIC Vehicle Customization 281 Audio System s 288 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems RDS 290 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS 290 AM FM Radio 291 Radio with CD 294 Radio with Cassette and CD 304 Radio with Six Disc CD 317 XM Radio Messages 331 Rear Seat Entertainment System 333 Rear Seat Audio RSA 346 Theft Deterr...

Page 207: ... NOTES 207 ...

Page 208: ...Instrument Panel Overview Automatic Transmission Version shown Manual Transmission Version similar 208 ...

Page 209: ... If Equipped See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 136 H Shift Lever See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 136 or Manual Transmission Operation on page 145 for manual transmissions I Tow Haul Selector Button If Equipped See Tow Haul Mode on page 143 J Audio System See Audio System s on page 288 K Climate Control System See Climate Control System on page 227 Dual Climate Control Syste...

Page 210: ...page 222 W Passenger Airbag Off Switch If Equipped See Airbag Off Switch on page 93 X Glove Box See Glove Box on page 201 Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning flashers warn others They also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off The hazard warning flasher button is located on top of the steering column The hazard warning flashers work n...

Page 211: ... The tilt wheel will allow you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive Raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter your vehicle The tilt steering wheel lever is located on the lower 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 ...

Page 212: ...amps on page 219 Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward for right and two downward for left positions These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically To signal a lane change raise or lower the lever for less than one second until the arrow starts to ...

Page 213: ...lash of the turn signal and the message TURN SIGNAL ON will also appear in the Driver Information Control DIC To turn the chime and message off move the turn signal lever to the off position Headlamp High Low Beam Changer 53 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low to high beam push the lever toward the instrument panel To return to low beam headlamps pull the multifunction ...

Page 214: ...load the wiper motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools down Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload The windshield wipers are controlled by turning the band with the wiper symbol 8 Mist Turn the band to mist for a single wiping cycle Hold it there until the wipers start Then let go The wipers will stop after one wipe Hold the band on mist longer for more wipe cycles 9 Off ...

Page 215: ...ng your vision Cruise Control 9 Off Move the switch to this position to turn off the cruise control system If your vehicle is has an Allison automatic transmission see Grade Braking and Cruise Grade Braking Allison Transmission under Tow Haul Mode on page 143 for an explanation of how cruise control interacts with the tap up down gear selection tow haul and grade braking systems R On Move the swit...

Page 216: ...uise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to You could be startled and even lose control...

Page 217: ...g Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed Press the set button then release the set button and the accelerator pedal You will now cruise at the higher speed If the accelerator pedal is held longer than 60 seconds cruise control will turn off Move the cruise switch from on to resume accelerate Hold it there unt...

Page 218: ...o maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are four ways to turn off the cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal Move the cruise control switch...

Page 219: ...urn on the parking lamps together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Roof Marker Lamps If the vehicle has them 5 Headlamps Turn the control to this position to turn on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights Switch the headlamps from high to low beam by pushing the turn signal high beam lever towards the instrument p...

Page 220: ...ntrol is in AUTO The light sensor determines it is daytime When the DRL are on only your DRL lamps will be on The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps will not be on The instrument panel back lighting will not be on either When it begins to get dark the automatic headlamp system will switch from DRL to the headlamps When the headlamp switch is turned off the headlamps will go off Automatic Headlam...

Page 221: ...n the delay If you start your vehicle in a dark garage the automatic headlamp system will come on immediately Once you leave the garage it will take approximately one minute for 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 ...

Page 222: ...urning on the headlamps The fog lamps will go off whenever the high beam headlamps come on When the high beams go off the fog lamps will come on again The fog lamps will be cancelled after the ignition is turned off If you still want to use the fog lamps after you restart the vehicle you will need to press the fog lamp button again Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on alon...

Page 223: ...the headlamps or parking lamps are on To turn on the dome lamps move the thumbwheel to the farthest position Dome Lamps The dome lamps come on when a door is opened The dome lamps can be turned on by moving the thumbwheel located next to the exterior lamps control to the farthest position In this position the dome lamps will remain on whether a door is opened or closed Dome Lamp Override E Dome La...

Page 224: ...ssed in Front Reading Lamps The reading lamps are located on the overhead console To turn the reading lamps on or off press the button located next to each lamp The lamps can be adjusted to a desired direction Your vehicle may also have reading lamps in other locations To turn the lamps on or off press the button located next to the lamp These lamps are fixed and cannot be adjusted Cargo Lamp The ...

Page 225: ... needed for very high electrical loads A high electrical load occurs when several of the following loads are on headlamps high beams fog lamps rear window defogger climate control fan at high speed heated seats engine cooling fans trailer loads and loads plugged into accessory power outlets EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery It does this by balancing the generator s output and...

Page 226: ...ain the battery Power is always supplied to the outlets Always unplug electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum 20 ampere rating Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the accessory p...

Page 227: ...en it is ready the lighter will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating does not let the lighter back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from overheating can occur to the lighter or heating element or a fuse could be blown Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating Climate Controls Climate Control System Fan Knob The fan knob on...

Page 228: ...t 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 mode 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 outlets W Defog Airflow is delivered through the floor outlets the windshield defroster outlet...

Page 229: ... This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level This mode directs half of the air to the instrument panel outlets then directs most of the remaining air to the floor outlets A little air is directed toward the windshield and the side window outlets Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the floor outlets 6 Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor ...

Page 230: ...right side of the climate control panel is used to raise or lower the temperature on the passenger s side of the vehicle Air Conditioning Press this button to turn the air conditioning system on or off When the button is pressed an indicator light will come on and the system will begin to cool and dehumidify the air inside of your vehicle You may notice a slight change in engine performance when t...

Page 231: ...a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window If your vehicle has a sliding rear window you will not have a rear window defogger 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 This button will also activate the heated mirrors if the vehicle has them The rear window defogg...

Page 232: ...le 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 driver will be displayed under and to the left of the temperature setting Passenger s Side Temperature Knob The p...

Page 233: ...n When AUTO is selected the display will change to show the current driver s set temperature delivery mode and fan speed Press the AUTO button again within five seconds to display the passenger s set temperature If the driver and passenger s temperature settings are not the same the opposite side temperature setting will be displayed for an additional five seconds To make the passenger s temperatu...

Page 234: ... windshield This sensor regulates air temperature based on sun intensity It also turns on the headlamps For more information on the solar sensor see Sensors later in this section To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather the system will delay turning on the fan until warm air is available The length of delay depends on the engine coolant temperature Pressing the fan switch will override this delay...

Page 235: ... displaying the current status of the system H Panel This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level This mode directs warmer air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets 6 Floor This mode directs 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 your vehicl...

Page 236: ...n The temperature can also be adjusted using either temperature knob Press the up or down arrows on the fan switch the defrost button the AUTO button or the air conditioning 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 sh...

Page 237: ...oning to be effective the snowflake symbol will turn off to let you know the air conditioning mode has been canceled When air conditioning is selected or in AUTO mode the system will run the air conditioning automatically to cool and dehumidify the air entering the vehicle If you select A C off while in front defrost defog or recirculation the A C snowflake symbol will turn off but the A C compres...

Page 238: ...is an interior temperature sensor located next to the steering wheel that measures the temperature of the air inside your vehicle There is also an exterior temperature sensor located behind the front grille This sensor reads the outside air temperature and helps maintain the temperature inside the vehicle Any cover on the front of the vehicle could cause a false reading in the displayed temperatur...

Page 239: ...tain cool outlet temperatures Defogging and Defrosting You can use either defog or front defrost to clear fog or frost from your windshield Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture Use the front defrost button to defrost the front windshield Defog Use this setting to clear the windows of fog or moisture Press the mode button to select this setting This setting will deliver air to...

Page 240: ...o not adhere anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass These actions may damage the rear defogger Repairs would not be covered by your warranty Outlet Adjustment Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of the instrument panel 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 ...

Page 241: ...g 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 is a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on as you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a probl...

Page 242: ...re going about how much fuel you have and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically If your vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information United States Heavy Duty Automatic Transmission version shown Canada Light Duty Automatic and Manual Transmission Clusters similar 242 ...

Page 243: ...The hour meter will be displayed for up to 30 seconds or until the ignition is turned on See DIC Operation and Displays on page 266 for more information Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero Press the reset button located on the instrument panel cluster next to the voltmeter to toggle between the trip odometer...

Page 244: ...e the engine in the solid red area Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a chime will sound for several seconds to remind people to buckle their safety belts The driver safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds then it will flash for several more You should buckle your seat belt This chime and light will be repeated if the driver remains unbuck...

Page 245: ...lectrical problem The system check includes the airbag sensors the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module and if equipped the passenger sensing system For more information on the airbag system see Airbag System on page 86 This light will come on when you start your vehicle and it will flash for a few seconds This means the system is ready If the airbag readiness ligh...

Page 246: ...ill go off when you turn the airbag on CAUTION If the right front passenger s airbag is turned off for a person who is not in a risk group identified by the national government that person will not have the extra protection of an airbag In a crash the airbag will not be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Do not turn off the passenger s airbag unless the person sitting there ...

Page 247: ...a passenger airbag risk group sit in the right front passenger s position for example do not secure a rear facing child restraint in your vehicle until you have your vehicle serviced CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If your vehicle is an extended cab pickup and this ever happens do not let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of the passenger airbag risk group sit in t...

Page 248: ...n after several more seconds the status indicator will light either ON or OFF or either the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the right front passenger s frontal airbag A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger...

Page 249: ...facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Do not use a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat if the airbag is turned on CAUTION Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airba...

Page 250: ...tect the person sitting there Do not turn off the passenger s airbag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group See Airbag Off Switch on page 93 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 dealer for serv...

Page 251: ...in the battery If you must drive a short distance with this light on it helps to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and the air conditioner Voltmeter Gage When the engine is not running but the ignition is in RUN this gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts While the engine is running this gage shows the condition of the charging system The gage may transition from a hig...

Page 252: ...one 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 Manual Transmission Your vehicle may have an up shift light It will come on when you should shift to the next highest gear It will help the vehicle get the best fuel economy Brake System Warning ...

Page 253: ...will be ready to warn you if there is 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 may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle on page 423 CAUTION Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake sys...

Page 254: ...If the regular brake system warning light is not on you still have brakes but you do not have ABS If the regular brake system warning light is also on you do not have ABS and there is a problem with your regular brakes In addition to both lights you will also hear a chime sound on the first occurrence of a problem and each time the vehicle is shut off and then restarted See Brake System Warning Li...

Page 255: ... service When this light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle is working During a majority of the operation the gage will read 210 F 100 C or less If you are pulling a load or going up hills it is normal for the temperature to f...

Page 256: ...the Driver Information Center DIC will display a TRANSMISSION HOT message and the transmission will enter a transmission protection mode When the transmission enters the protection mode you may notice a change in the transmission shifting patterns The transmission will return to normal shifting patterns when the transmission fluid temperature falls below 260 F 125 C See Driver Information Center D...

Page 257: ...perature gage above normal operating range you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered by your warranty Do not drive your vehicle while the transmission temperature gage reading is above normal See your dealer for service The following situations can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures Towing a trailer Hot outside air temperature...

Page 258: ...an in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after awhile the emission controls might not work as well your vehicle s fuel economy might not be as good and the engine might not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fu...

Page 259: ...ce may be required If the Light is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle Reducing vehicle speed Avoiding hard accelerations Avoiding steep uphill grades If you are towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flas...

Page 260: ...ould turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 471 Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditio...

Page 261: ...m 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 readi...

Page 262: ... catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil Security Light This light flashes when the vehicle security system is activated Cruise Control ...

Page 263: ...ansfer case into four wheel drive and the front axle engages Some delay between the shifting and the light coming on is normal See Four Wheel Drive on page 149 for more information Tow Haul Mode Light This light comes on when the Tow Haul mode has been activated For more information see Tow Haul Mode on page 143 Cargo Lamp Light This light comes on when the cargo lamp is in use For more informatio...

Page 264: ... station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage goes back to empty when you turn off the ignition If you have a diesel engine see Fuel Gage in the Die...

Page 265: ...es by pressing the trip odometer reset stem See Speedometer and Odometer on page 243 for information on features for vehicles without DIC buttons If your vehicle has an Allison Transmission and the shift lever is in the MANUAL MODE M position the DIC will display the current gear range The DIC will also display the gear range as it is shifted up or down For example if the gear range is currently s...

Page 266: ...p Information Button 3 Trip Information Press the trip information button to scroll through the ODOMETER TRIP A TRIP B TIMER ENGINE HOURS and SELECTED RANGE Odometer Press the trip information button until ODOMETER appears on the display This mode shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven in either miles or kilometers Pressing the reset stem located on the instrument cluster with the ve...

Page 267: ...er which the display will roll back to zero To stop the counting of time press the select button briefly while TIMER is displayed To reset the timer to zero press and hold the select button while TIMER is displayed Engine Hours Press the trip information button until ENGINE HOURS appears on the display This mode shows the total number of hours the engine has run Pressing and holding the reset stem...

Page 268: ...lect button for one second while FUEL USED is displayed Average Fuel Economy Press the fuel information button until AVG ECON appears on the display This mode shows how many miles per gallon MPG or liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km your vehicle is getting based on current and past driving conditions Press and hold the select button for one second while AVG ECON is displayed to reset the average f...

Page 269: ... Driver Information Center DIC to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed by the driver to correct the condition If there is more than one message that needs to be displayed they will appear one after another Some messages may not require immediate action but you should press any of the four DIC buttons on the steering wheel to acknowledge th...

Page 270: ...BUCKLE PASSENGER If your vehicle has the passenger sensing system this message reminds you to buckle the passenger s safety belt See Passenger Sensing System on page 97 This message will display and a chime will sound when the ignition is on the driver s safety belt is buckled the passenger s safety belt is unbuckled with the passenger airbag enabled and the vehicle is in motion You should have th...

Page 271: ... vehicle does not have the four DIC buttons pressing the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display CHANGE ENGINE OIL This message is displayed when the engine oil needs to be changed When you change the engine oil be sure to reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message See Engine Oil Life System Gasoline Engine on page 489 Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 486...

Page 272: ... trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display DRIVER DOOR AJAR If the driver s door is not fully closed this message will appear on the display and you will hear a chime Stop and turn off the vehicle check the door for obstructions and close the door again Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC Pressing any of the four DIC buttons will ackno...

Page 273: ...r on the DIC and you will hear a chime Refuel as soon as possible Pressing any of the four DIC buttons will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display If your vehicle does not have the four DIC buttons pressing the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display See Low Fuel Warning Light on page 264 Fuel Gage on page 264 and Fuel on page 470 ...

Page 274: ... See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency If your vehicle has a low coolant level sensor this message will appear on the DIC if the engine coolant level is low Adding coolant to the coolant recovery tank will clear the message See Cooling System on page 508 Pressing any of the four DIC buttons will acknowledge the messa...

Page 275: ...n page 486 PASSENGER DOOR AJAR If the passenger s door is not fully closed this message will appear on the display and you will hear a chime Stop and turn off the vehicle check the door for obstructions and close the door again Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC Pressing any of the four DIC buttons will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display If your vehicle doe...

Page 276: ...e RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR Crew Cab If the passenger s side rear door is not fully closed this message will appear on the display and you will hear a chime Stop and turn off the vehicle check the door for obstructions and close the door again Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC Pressing any of the four DIC buttons will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display If your ...

Page 277: ...rake System Warning Light on page 252 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If the brake system warning light is not on you still have brakes but the supplemental brake assist system on vehicles with rear disc brakes may not operate properly In the event of a vacuum loss you may not have vacuum power assist for braking The brake pedal will be harder to push and it will take longer to stop If you con...

Page 278: ... by your dealer Pressing any of the four DIC buttons will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display If your vehicle does not have the four DIC buttons pressing the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display TIGHTEN FUEL CAP If the vehicle s fuel cap is not tightened properly this message may appear along with the check engine light on th...

Page 279: ...d the transmission shifting patterns will return to normal If the vehicle has the Tow Haul mode use this feature if the transmission is operating at higher temperatures and or the following situations exist which can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures Towing a trailer Hot outside air temperatures Hauling a large or heavy load Over loading Low transmission fluid level High tra...

Page 280: ...n to cool This message will clear and the chime will stop when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level See Transmission Temperature Gage on page 256 TRANS Transmission IN WARM UP Allison Transmission Only When temperatures are very cold the transmission will prevent certain operations such as shifts to some ranges and engaging the torque converter clutch to protect against damage When active th...

Page 281: ...tomizable options After pressing the customization button VEHICLE SETTINGS will momentarily display before going to a customization option Lock Doors Automatic Transmission only If you have an automatic transmission vehicle press the customization button until LOCK DOORS appears in the display To select your preference for automatic locking press the select button while LOCK DOORS is displayed on ...

Page 282: ...oors will unlock when the key is taken out of the ignition UNLOCK DOORS MANUALLY The doors will not be unlocked automatically Choose one of the available options and press the customization 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 on page 117 Door Lock Delay Crew Cab only ...

Page 283: ...ll not operate if the key is in the ignition Lock Feedback Press the customization button until LOCK FEEDBACK appears in the display To select your preference for the feedback you receive when locking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter press the select button while LOCK FEEDBACK is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices LOCK...

Page 284: ...lash each time you press the button with the unlock symbol on the RKE transmitter and the horn will chirp the second time you press the unlock button UNLOCK FEEDBACK OFF There will be no feedback when unlocking the vehicle Choose one of the available options and press the customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature Headlamp Delay Press the cus...

Page 285: ...the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter PERIMETER LIGHTS OFF The perimeter lights will not come on when you unlock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter Choose one of the available options and press the customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature Easy Exit Seat Press the customization button until EASY EXIT SEAT appears in the display To selec...

Page 286: ...e it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature For more information on tilt mirror in reverse see Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors on page 184 Alarm Warning Press the customization button until ALARM WARNING appears in the display To select your preference for alarm warning press the select button while ALARM WARNING is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button wil...

Page 287: ...ou see the language that you would like release both buttons The DIC will then display the information in the language you chose You can also scroll through the different languages by pressing and holding the trip reset stem for four seconds as long as you are in the odometer mode Display Units Press the customization button until DISPLAY UNITS appears in the display To select English or metric pr...

Page 288: ...favorite radio stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Then when driving conditions permit you can tune to your favorite stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them CAUTION This system provides you with a far greater access to audio stations and song listings Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving can cause a crash and you or ...

Page 289: ... added it is very important to do it properly Added sound equipment can interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems can interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added Notice The chime signals related to safety belts parking brake and other functions of your vehicle operate through the radio entertainm...

Page 290: ...present minutes Press and hold the hour button until the correct hour displays Press and hold the minute button until the correct minute displays The time can be set with the ignition on or off To synchronize the time with an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System RDS information press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time until RDS TIME displays To accept this time press and ho...

Page 291: ...o to the previous or to the next station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either the left oor right pSEEK arrow for two seconds until a beep sounds The radio goes to a station plays for a few seconds then goes to the next station Press either the left oor right pSEEK arrow again to stop scanning To scan preset stations press and hold either the left oor right pSEEK arrow for more tha...

Page 292: ...UDIO until BAS bass or TRE treble displays Then press and hold the up or the down arrow to increase or to decrease the tone If a station is weak or has static decrease the treble To adjust bass or treble to the middle position select BAS bass or TRE treble Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until a beep sounds B balance and a zero or T treble and a zero displays To adjust both ton...

Page 293: ... both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position first exit out of audio mode by pressing another button causing the radio to perform that function or wait five seconds for the display to return to time of day Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until a beep sounds CEN center displays Fade might not be available if the vehicle is a regular cab model Radio Messag...

Page 294: ...encies Display messages from radio stations This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available In rare cases a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While the radio is tuned to an RDS station the station name or call letter...

Page 295: ...DS press the INFO knob to change what appears on the display while using RDS The display options are station name RDS station frequency PTY and the name of the program if available For XM if equipped press the INFO knob while in XM mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel Artist Song Title Category or PTY Channel Number Channel Name To change...

Page 296: ...ld either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for more than four seconds PSCN appears on the display and you will hear a double beep The radio goes to a preset station plays for a few seconds then goes to the next preset station Press either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows again to stop scanning presets The radio only scans stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band Setting Preset Stations Up...

Page 297: ...is displayed push and hold the AUDIO knob The radio produces one beep and adjusts the display level to the middle position 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 ALL CENTERED appears on the display you will hear a beep and the display level adjusts to the middle position AUTO EQ Automatic Equalization...

Page 298: ...ld the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control is displayed ALL CENTERED appears on the display you will hear a beep and the display level adjusts to the middle position Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the TYPE button to activate program type select mode TYPE and a PTY appears on the display 2 Turn the TYPE knob or pre...

Page 299: ... appears on the display The radio may switch to stations with a stronger frequency To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds AF OFF appears on the display The radio does switch to other stations This function does not apply for XM Satellite Radio Service Setting Preset PTYs RDS Only These buttons have factory PTY presets Up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 can be prog...

Page 300: ... message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to Radio Messages CAL ERR Calibration Error The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL ERR appears on the display it means that the radio has not been configured properly for the vehicle and must be returned to your dealer for service LOCKED This message is displayed when the THEFTLOCK syste...

Page 301: ...hed the CD will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs and DVDs on page 352 for more information If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen Notice If a lab...

Page 302: ...e than two seconds to advance at 17 times the normal playing speed Release this pushbutton to play the passage ET and the elapsed time of the track appears on the display 6 RDM Random Press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RDM ON appears on the display RDM T and the track number appears on the display when each track starts to play Press this pushbutton aga...

Page 303: ...g 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 ignition off if this button is pressed first CD Messages If the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smooth...

Page 304: ...l emergencies Display messages from radio stations This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available In rare cases a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While the radio is tuned to an RDS station the station name or call...

Page 305: ...S press the INFO knob to change what appears on the display while using RDS The display options are station name RDS station frequency PTY and the name of the program if available For XM if equipped press the INFO knob while in XM mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel Artist Song Title Category or PTY Channel Number Channel Name To change ...

Page 306: ...ld either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for more than four seconds PSCN appears on the display and you will hear a double beep The radio goes to a preset station plays for a few seconds then goes to the next preset station Press either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows again to stop scanning presets The radio only scans stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band Setting Preset Stations Up...

Page 307: ...is displayed push and hold the AUDIO knob The radio produces one beep and adjusts the display level to the middle position 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 ALL CENTERED appears on the display you will hear a beep and the display level adjusts to the middle position AUTO EQ Automatic Equalization...

Page 308: ... the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control is displayed ALL CENTERED appears on the display you will hear a beep and the display level adjusts to the middle position Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the TYPE button to activate program type select mode TYPE and a PTY appears on the display 2 Turn the TYPE knob or press...

Page 309: ...e display The radio may switch to stations with a stronger frequency To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds AF OFF appears on the display The radio does not switch to other stations This function does not apply for XM Satellite Radio Service Setting Preset PTYs RDS Only These buttons have factory PTY presets Up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 can be programmed on ...

Page 310: ...message is received or a different station is tuned to Radio Messages CAL ERR Calibration Error The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL ERR appears on the display it means that the radio has not been configured properly for the vehicle and must be returned to your dealer for service LOCKED This message is displayed when the THEFTLOCK system has locked up Take ...

Page 311: ... The tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous to work Press this pushbutton to go to the previous selection on the tape if the current selection has been playing for less than three seconds If pressed when the current selection has been playing from three to 13 seconds it goes to the beginning of the previous selection or the beginning of the current sel...

Page 312: ...ontinues moving forward or backward through the tape SEEK and a positive or negative number appears on the display SCAN Press and hold either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep The radio goes to the next selection plays for 10 seconds then goes to the next selection Press either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows again to stop scann...

Page 313: ...s possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of the Cassette Tape Player on page 351 If the cassette tape is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good cassette If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem CD Adapte...

Page 314: ...ecorded and the way the CD R has been handled There may be an increase in skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur check the bottom surface of the CD If the surface of the CD is damaged such as cracked broken or scratched the CD will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs and DVDs on page 352 for more...

Page 315: ...his pushbutton to quickly advance within a track Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to advance at six times the normal playing speed Press and hold it for more than two seconds to advance at 17 times the normal playing speed Release this pushbutton to play the passage ET and the elapsed time of the track appears on the display 6 RDM Random Press this pushbutton to hear the tr...

Page 316: ...ton to stop and 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 ignition off if this button is pressed first CD Messages If the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road become...

Page 317: ...omes through the speakers To stop listening to the DVD press the TAPE DISC button if a cassette tape or a CD is loaded or press the BAND button to select a different source When the RSE system is turned off the DVD symbol goes off of the radio display and RSE OFF appears on the radio display The radio returns to the last radio source that you were listening to See Rear Seat Entertainment System on...

Page 318: ...d of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada XM offers a large variety of coast to coast channels including music news sports talk traffic weather U S subscribers and childre...

Page 319: ...er vehicle speeds To turn automatic volume off press this button until AUTO VOL OFF appears on the display Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped The display shows the selection oTUNE p Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press either the SEEK or the TYPE arrows to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there The radio o...

Page 320: ...reset station Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS or TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or to decrease The display shows the bass or treble level If a station is weak or has static decrease the treble To adjust the bass or treble to the middle position while it is displayed push and hold the AUDIO knob The radio produces one beep and adj...

Page 321: ...d speaker controls to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker controls are displayed ALL CENTERED appears on the display and you will hear a beep Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the TYPE button to activate program type select mode P TYPE and the last selected PTY appears on the display 2 T...

Page 322: ...ess and hold BAND again for two seconds AF OFF appears on the display The radio does not switch to other stations This function does not apply for XM Satellite Radio Service Setting Preset PTYs RDS Only These pushbuttons have factory PTY presets Up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons by performing the following steps 1 Press BAND to select FM1 or FM2 2 ...

Page 323: ...s message is displayed when the THEFTLOCK system has locked up Take the vehicle to your dealer for service If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer Radio Messages for XM Only See XM Radio Messages on page 331 later in this section for further detail Playing a CD If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it will stay in the player Wh...

Page 324: ...he CD player use only CDs in good condition without any label load one CD at a time and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section LOAD Press this button to load CDs into the CD player This CD player holds up to six CDs To insert one CD do the following 1 Turn the ignition on 2 Press ...

Page 325: ...mber appears on the display If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section CD Z Eject Press this button to eject CD s To eject the CD that is currently playing press and release this button To eject multiple CDs do the following 1 Press and hold the CD eject button for two seconds You will hear a beep and the indicator light located to the right of the slot begins to flas...

Page 326: ... entire CD can be repeated To use repeat do the following To repeat the track you are listening to press and release the RPT button RPT appears on the display Press RPT again to turn off repeat play To repeat the CD you are listening to press and hold the RPT button for two seconds RPT appears on the display Press RPT again to turn off repeat play RDM Random With random you can listen to the track...

Page 327: ... next track Press either SCAN arrow again to stop scanning To scan all loaded CDs press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than four seconds until ALL CD SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep Use this feature to listen to 10 seconds of the first track of each loaded CD Press either SCAN arrow again to stop scanning INFO Information Press this knob to see how long the current track has b...

Page 328: ...en use the SEEK or TYPE right arrow to locate the track to be saved The track begins to play 4 Press and hold the SONG LIST button to save the track into memory When SONG LIST is pressed one beep will sound After two seconds of continuously pressing the SONG LIST button two beeps will sound to confirm the track has been saved 5 Repeat Steps 3 and 4 for saving other selections S LIST FULL appears o...

Page 329: ...song list the track is added to the end of the list To delete the entire song list perform the following steps 1 Turn the CD player on 2 Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on S LIST appears on the display 3 Press and hold the SONG LIST button for more than four seconds One beep will sound followed by two beeps after two seconds and a final beep will sound after four seconds S LIST EMPTY ...

Page 330: ...an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Listening to a DVD If your vehicle has the Rear Seat Entertainment RSE system and a DVD is playing the DVD symbol appears on the radio display indicating that the DVD is available and can be listened to through your vehicle s speakers To listen to the DVD press the CD AUX button until RSE appears on the radio d...

Page 331: ...is in a location that is blocking the XM signal When you move into an open area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavail Channe...

Page 332: ... The system is working properly XM Locked Theft lock active The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio eigh...

Page 333: ... automatically resume play if the ignition is in RUN ACCESSORY or if RAP is active Before You Drive The RSE system is for rear seat passengers only The driver cannot safely view the video screen while driving and should not try to do so Headphones The RSE system includes two sets of wireless headphones Each set of headphones has an ON OFF control An indicator light will illuminate on the headphone...

Page 334: ...r pads can become damaged if they are not handled or stored properly If the foam ear pads do become damaged or worn out the pads can be replaced separately from the headphone set It is not necessary to replace the complete headphone set The headphone replacement foam ear pads can be ordered in pairs See your dealer for more information Battery Replacement To change the batteries do the following 1...

Page 335: ...een previously in the DVD player mode pressing the SRCE button on the faceplate or the remote control will switch 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 video format is preset to NTSC In some countries the video format may be in the PAL system To change the video format perform the following 1 Pre...

Page 336: ...at audio system if equipped The RSE system may be selected as an audio source on the rear seat audio system if the RSE system power is on Refer to Rear Seat Audio RSA on page 346 for more information Video Screen The video screen is located in the overhead console To use the video screen push forward on the release latch and the screen will fold down Adjust the screen s position as desired When th...

Page 337: ...io CDs CD R CD RW Video CD and Photo CD CD R media are fully supported by this DVD player DVD R and DVD RW media is supported if formatted as DVD Video DVD R and DVD RW media may or may not be supported by the DVD player The DVD player does not support DVD RAM DVD ROM and DVD Audio media An error message will appear on the display if this type of media is inserted into the DVD player When using th...

Page 338: ... this button again to continue the play of the DVD or CD y Main DVD Menu Press this button to access the DVD menu The DVD menu is different on every DVD Use the up down left and right arrow buttons to move the cursor around the DVD menu After making a selection press the enter button This button only operates when playing a DVD z Set up Menu Press this button to adjust the color tint brightness co...

Page 339: ... the previews have finished If the DVD does not begin to play the main title refer to the on screen instructions Stopping and Resuming Playback To stop playing a disc press and release the stop button on the DVD player faceplate or the remote control To resume playback press the play pause button on the DVD player faceplate or the remote control The movie should resume play from where it was last ...

Page 340: ...king the line of sight may also affect the function of the remote control Notice Storing the remote control in a hot area or in direct sunlight can damage it and the repairs will not be covered by your warranty Keep the remote control stored in a cool dry place To extend the life of the batteries the remote control does not have a press and hold feature Remote Control Buttons O Power Press this bu...

Page 341: ...ying rewinding or fast forwarding a DVD or CD Press this button twice to return to the beginning of the DVD t Previous Track Chapter Press this button to return to the start of the current track or chapter Press this button again to return to the previous track or chapter This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews 1 through 0 Numeric Keypad The numer...

Page 342: ... is playing The format and content of this function will vary for each disc Subtitle Press this button to turn on subtitles and to move through subtitle options when a DVD is playing The format and content of this function will vary for each disc Fast Forward Press this button to fast forward the DVD or CD To stop fast forwarding press this button again This button may not work when the DVD is pla...

Page 343: ...e remove the batteries and keep them in a cool dry place Problem Recommended Action No power The ignition might not be in on or accessory The parental control button might have been turned on The power indicator light will flash Disc will not play The system might be off The parental control button might have been turned on The power indicator light will flash The system might be in auxiliary mode...

Page 344: ...dicator 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 run...

Page 345: ...s The RSE is working correctly Use the wireless headphones or have the front seat passengers listen to another audio source DVD Messages The following errors may be displayed on the video screen Disc Format Error This message will be displayed if a disc is inserted upside down if the disc is not readable or if the format is not compatible with the DVD player Load Eject Error This message will be d...

Page 346: ...ear Seat Audio RSA This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to any of the sources radio cassette tapes CDs or DVDs However the rear seat passengers can only control the sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to For example rear seat passengers may listen to and control cassette tapes CDs or DVDs through the headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the fr...

Page 347: ...ay there This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio When a cassette tape is playing press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or the previous selection This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a cassette tape When a CD is playing press the up arrow to go to the next track on the CD Press the down arrow to go to the start ...

Page 348: ... Feature THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your vehicle s radio The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN If the radio is moved to a different vehicle it does not operate and LOCKED displays When the radio and vehicle are turned off the blinking red light indicates that THEFTLOCK is armed With THEFTLOCK activated the radio does not op...

Page 349: ...is button to go to the next available CD if multiple CDs are loaded Q SOURCE R Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 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 go to the next or to the previous radio station and stay there ...

Page 350: ...tatic can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on your radio FM Stereo FM stereo gives the best sound but FM signals reach about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to fade in and out XM Satellite Radio Service XM Satellite Radio Service gives digita...

Page 351: ...tape player is at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player For best results use a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer When cleaning the cassette tape player with the recommended non abrasive cleanin...

Page 352: ...of Your CDs and DVDs Handle CDs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust The CD player scans the bottom surface of the disc If the surface of a CD is damaged such as cracked broken or scratched the CD does not play properly or not at all If the surface of a CD is soiled take a soft lint free cloth or dampen a clean soft cloth in ...

Page 353: ...oading items onto the roof of your vehicle can interfere with the performance of the XM system Make sure the XM Satellite Radio antenna is not obstructed Chime Level Adjustment The radio is used to adjust the vehicle s chime level To change the volume level of the chime press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power off The volume level will change from the normal level to lo...

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Page 355: ...et Roads 392 City Driving 396 Freeway Driving 397 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 398 Highway Hypnosis 399 Hill and Mountain Roads 400 Winter Driving 402 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 406 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 407 Recovery Hooks Except SS Model 408 Loading Your Vehicle 409 Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment 416 Truck Camper Loading Information 421 Pickup Conversi...

Page 356: ...her drivers are going to be careless CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task makes proper defensive driving ...

Page 357: ...ates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do Ho...

Page 358: ... drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks The law in most U S states and throughout Canada sets the legal l...

Page 359: ...t answer What if there is an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There is something else about drinking and driving that many people do not know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the b...

Page 360: ...ide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths of a second But that is only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and fru...

Page 361: ...d up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Adding non GM accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 468 Anti Lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle has the Anti Lock Brake System ABS an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine and begin to drive away ABS will chec...

Page 362: ...eels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels ABS can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and con...

Page 363: ...ction Assist System TAS that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the rear wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system reduces engine power to limit wheel spin The traction control system is enabled every time your vehicle is started The system will activate if it senses ...

Page 364: ... will go off and TAS will turn on again This is normal A Traction Assist System Anti Lock Brake System or engine related problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service If the vehicle has been driven with the TAS system on for long periods of time or if the vehicle has gone through many several high speed braking maneuvers the system may be automatically disabled The system will automatica...

Page 365: ...Accessories and Modifications on page 468 for more information 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 loaded This button is located on the center of the instrument pa...

Page 366: ...his setting when road conditions or personal preference demand more control This setting provides more feel or response to the road conditions FIRM Loaded Press the button to activate this setting the indicator light will be lit 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 setti...

Page 367: ... you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control See Traction Assist System TAS on page 363 What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down Speed limit si...

Page 368: ...hese First apply your brakes See Braking on page 360 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180 degrees ve...

Page 369: ... edge Then turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates moves around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple maneuver Not necessarily Passing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occ...

Page 370: ...ce to pass is coming up start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and do not get too close Time your move so you will be increasing speed as the time comes to move into the other lane If the way is clear to pass you will have a running start that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping back And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass you need only slow dow...

Page 371: ...er Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle s three control systems In the braking skid your wheels are not rolling In the steering or cornering skid too much speed or ...

Page 372: ... ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any Anti Lock Brake System ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Off Road Driving This off road guide is for vehicles that have four wheel drive Also see Braking on page 360 If your vehicle is an SS Model or does not have four wheel drive you should not drive off road unless you are on a level...

Page 373: ...re ground clearance at the front of your vehicle you can remove the front bumper lower air dam The front bumper lower air dam is held in place by a series of push pins located around the lower edge of the front bumper The push pins are accessible from underneath the front bumper The following steps must be performed on each of the push pins to remove the air dam 1 Insert a tool into the push pin s...

Page 374: ... until the lower dam is free When you are 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 front bumper air dam when you are finished...

Page 375: ...le be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done Check to make sure all underbody shields if the vehicle has them are properly attached Be sure you read all 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...

Page 376: ...r of gravity making it more likely to roll over You can be seriously or fatally injured if the vehicle rolls over Put heavy loads inside the cargo area not on the roof Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and low as possible There are some important things to remember about how to load your vehicle The heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle Put heavier ite...

Page 377: ...ure all refuse is removed from any campsite before leaving Take extreme care with open fires where permitted camp stoves and lanterns Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other combustible materials that could catch fire from the heat of the vehicle s exhaust system Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to a remote area Know the terrain and plan your...

Page 378: ...unce Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off road driving One of the best ways to control your vehicle is to control your speed Here are some things to keep in mind At higher speeds You approach things faster and you have less time to scan the terrain for obstacles You have less time to react You have more vehicle bounce when you drive over obstacles You will need more distance for b...

Page 379: ...traction and longer braking distances Surface Obstacles Unseen or hidden obstacles can be hazardous A rock log hole rut or bump can startle you if you are not prepared for them Often these obstacles are hidden by grass bushes snow or even the rise and fall of the terrain itself Here are some things to consider Is the path ahead clear Will the surface texture change abruptly up ahead Does the trave...

Page 380: ...time you need special alertness and driving skills your reflexes perceptions and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking See Drunken Driving on page 357 Driving on Off Road Hills Off road driving often takes you up down or across a hill Driving safely on hills requi...

Page 381: ...e other things to consider as you approach a hill Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply steeper in places Is there good traction on the hillside or will the surface cause tire slipping Is there a straight path up or down the hill so you will not have to make turning maneuvers Are there obstructions on the hill that can block your path such as boulders trees logs or ruts What is ...

Page 382: ...go straight up Try to drive straight up the hill if at all possible If the path twists and turns you might want to find another route Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you are there Use your headlamps...

Page 383: ...heel at the 12 o clock position This way you will be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down It is best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are some things you must not do if you stall or are about to stall when ...

Page 384: ...the vehicle Leave it in some gear CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P or if you have the manual transmission even if you are in gear This is because the NEUTRAL position on the transfer case overrides the transmission You or someone else could be injured If you are going to leave your vehicle set the parking brake and s...

Page 385: ...nk or even a river bottom with large rocks If you decide you can go down a hill safely then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down and use a low gear This way engine drag can help your brakes and they will not have to do all the work Descend slowly keeping your vehicle under control at all times CAUTION Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade This cou...

Page 386: ...UTRAL N or with the clutch pedal pressed down with a manual transmission This is called free wheeling Your brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade Q Am I likely to stall when going downhill A It is much more likely to happen going uphill But if it happens going downhill here is what to do 1 Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes Apply the parking brake 2 Shift to ...

Page 387: ...e the much more narrow track width the distance between the left and right wheels may not prevent the vehicle from tilting and rolling over Also driving across an incline puts more weight on the downhill wheels This could cause a downhill slide or a rollover Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause your tires to slip side...

Page 388: ...on an Incline 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 rollover path If your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline be sure you and any passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there ...

Page 389: ...e sand is On loosely packed sand such as on beaches or sand dunes your tires will tend to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering accelerating and braking Drive at a reduced speed and avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it is very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will ha...

Page 390: ...t If it is deep enough to cover your wheel hubs axles or exhaust pipe do not try it you probably will not get through Also water that deep can damage your axle and other vehicle parts If the water is not too deep drive slowly through it At faster speeds water splashes on your ignition system and your vehicle can stall Stalling can also occur if you get your tailpipe under water And as long as your...

Page 391: ...ng Drive defensively Do not drink and drive Adjust the inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you Since you cannot see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your vehicle s headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the r...

Page 392: ...hts dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly Remember that the headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as the headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from...

Page 393: ...ipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer fluid reservoir filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They may not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control o...

Page 394: ...d If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just is not a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water Notice If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing w...

Page 395: ...ld drown Do not ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your low beam headlamps not just your parking lamps to help make you more visible to others Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead a...

Page 396: ...ity map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 397 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Page 397: ...ance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothl...

Page 398: ... to your speedometer not to your sense of motion After driving for any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you are ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you are not fresh such as after a day s work do not plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing an...

Page 399: ...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 Do not let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and ...

Page 400: ... Road Driving on page 372 for information about driving off road Keep 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 CAUTION If you do not shift down the brakes could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift d...

Page 401: ...go down a steep or long hill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower 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 Do not 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 ...

Page 402: ...oth 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 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where the tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between the...

Page 403: ...ing on a slippery road But you can turn the TAS off if you ever need to You should turn the TAS off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 406 Even though your vehicle has TAS you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions Under certain conditions you may want to turn the TAS off such as when d...

Page 404: ...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 are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here ...

Page 405: ...he base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking the 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 a little faster than just idle That is push th...

Page 406: ...cises every half hour or so until help comes If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you need to spin the wheels but you do not want to spin the wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your vehicle s tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or oth...

Page 407: ...uld turn it off by pressing the TAS on off button Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear or with a manual transmission between FIRST 1 or SECOND 2 and REVERSE R spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and re...

Page 408: ...ce Always pull the vehicle 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 Your vehicle may have recovery hooks at the front of the vehicle You may need to use them if you...

Page 409: ...R or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the center pillar B pillar With the d...

Page 410: ...engers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 6...

Page 411: ...pant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 5 750 lbs 136 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Example 1 Example 2 411 ...

Page 412: ...hould never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Tire Label A vehicle specific Certification Tire label is found on the rear edge of the driver s door The label shows the size of your vehicle s original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle This is called Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehic...

Page 413: ...d of your truck could shift forward and come into the passenger area injuring you and others If you put things in the bed of your truck you should make sure they are properly secured CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the ...

Page 414: ...ing Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving under Off Road Driving on page 372 Two Tiered Loading By positioning four 2 inches 5 cm by 6 inches 15 cm wooden planks across the width of the pickup box you can create an upper load platform The planks must be inserted in the pickup box depressions The length of the planks must allow for at least a 3 4 inch 2 cm bearing surface on each end of the plank When ...

Page 415: ...aximum Weight Ladder Rack and Cargo 750 lbs 340 kg Cross Toolbox and Cargo 400 lbs 181 kg Side Boxes and Cargo 250 lbs per side 113 kg per side The combined weight for all rail mounted equipment should not exceed 1 000 lbs 454 kg excluded 1500 crew cab models with 5 ft 8 in 173 cm box length A reinforcement kit for rail mounted add on equipment is recommended See your dealer Ladder racks are not r...

Page 416: ...e front or rear axle ratings or the Gross Vehicle Weight GVW are exceeded Q How do I know if my vehicle can handle a snow plow A Some vehicles are built with a special snow plow prep package called RPO VYU 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 Gross Vehicle Weight GVW are not exceeded Q How heavy can a s...

Page 417: ...e carried appropriate counter ballast must be installed rear of the rear axle Counter ballast must be properly secured so it will not move during driving Follow the snow plow manufacturer s recommendations regarding rear ballast Rear ballast may be required to ensure a proper front and rear weight distribution ratio even though the actual weight at the front axle may be less than the front axle ra...

Page 418: ... before reaching your front GAWR The front axle reserve capacity for your vehicle can be found in the lower right corner of the Certification Tire label as shown In order to calculate the amount of weight any front accessory such as a snow plow is adding to the front axle use the following formula W x A W B W B Weight the accessory is adding to the front axle Where W Weight of added accessory A Di...

Page 419: ...e load on the front However the front GAWR rear GAWR and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR must never be exceeded CAUTION On some vehicles that have certain front mounted equipment such as a snow plow it may be possible to load the front axle to the front gross axle weight rating GAWR but not have enough weight on the rear axle to have proper braking performance If your brakes can not work prop...

Page 420: ... vehicle Your dealer can also help you with this The total vehicle reserve capacity for your vehicle can be found in the lower right corner of the Certification Tire label as shown previously See your dealer for additional advice and information about using a snow plow on your vehicle Also see Loading Your Vehicle on page 409 Emergency Roof Lamp Provisions Vehicles with the RPO VYU snow plow prep ...

Page 421: ...ur vehicle is the weight of the camper plus the following Everything else added to the camper after it left the factory Everything in the camper All the people inside The Cargo Weight Rating CWR is the maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry It does not include the weight of the people inside But you can figure about 150 lbs 68 kg for each seat The total cargo load must not be more than ...

Page 422: ...xtra weight from the CWR This extra weight may shorten the center of gravity zone of your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this If your slide in camper and its load weighs less than the CWR the center of gravity zone for your vehicle may be larger Your dealer can help you make a good vehicle camper match and help you determine the CWR After you have loaded your vehicle and camper drive to a w...

Page 423: ... on curb weights cargo weights Cargo Weight Rating and the correct center of gravity zone for your vehicle your dealer can help you Just ask for a copy of Consumer Information Truck Camper Loading Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab General Motors is aware that some vehicle owners may consider having the pickup box removed and a commercial or recreational body installed Owners should be aware that as...

Page 424: ...nufacturer 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 additional advice and equipment recommendations Is your vehicle ready to be towed Just as you would prepare your vehicle for a long trip you ll want to make sure your vehicle is prepared to be t...

Page 425: ... 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 firmly set before you shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL 5 Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive on page 149 for the proper procedure to select the neutral position for your ...

Page 426: ...transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed To dolly tow a two wheel drive vehicle you must tow the vehicle with the rear wheels on the dolly See Rear Towing Rear Wheels Off the Ground later in this section for more information Four Wheel Drive Vehicles Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle 1 Drive the vehicle up onto the tow dolly 2 Shift an automatic tra...

Page 427: ...g Rear Wheels Off the Ground Two Wheel Drive Vehicles Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle from the rear 1 Drive the vehicle onto the dolly 2 Firmly set the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 166 3 Put an automatic transmission in PARK P or a manual transmission in FIRST 1 4 Follow the dolly manufacturer s instructions to attach and secure the vehicle being towed to the dolly and t...

Page 428: ...the next steps On automatic transmission vehicles use an adequate clamping device to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position 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 ...

Page 429: ...ctly follow the advice in this part and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Notice Pulling a fifth wheel trailer with a vehicle that is equipped with the SS trim package could damage the vehicle Do not pull a fifth wheel trailer with a vehicle equipped with the SS trim package To identify the trailering capacity of your vehicle you should read the inf...

Page 430: ...t 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads If you have an automatic transmission you can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the t...

Page 431: ...h a selection when unloaded may result in unpleasant engine and transmission driving 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...

Page 432: ...trailer weight up to 1 500 lbs 680 kg maximum C 1500 Extended Cab Standard Box 2WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 4300 V6 Auto 3 23 3 73 4 600 lbs 2 087 kg 5 100 lbs 2 313 kg 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 4300 V6 Manual 3 23 3 600 lbs 1 633 kg 8 500 lbs 3 859 kg 4800 V8 3 23 3 73 5 900 lbs 2 676 kg 6 900 lbs 3 130 kg 11 000 lbs 4 990 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 5300 V8 3 23 3 73 6 900 ...

Page 433: ...del is neither designed nor intended to tow fifth wheel or gooseneck trailers C 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 5300 V8 3 23 3 73 6 700 lbs 3 039 kg 7 700 lbs 3 493 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 6000 V8 3 73 10 100 lbs 4 581 kg 15 500 lbs 7 031 kg This model is neither designed nor intended to tow fifth wheel or gooseneck trailers C 1500 Regular Cab ...

Page 434: ...8 3 42 3 73 6 800 lbs 3 084 kg 7 800 lbs 3 538 kg 12 000 lbs 5 448 kg 13 000 lbs 5 902 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 1 500 lbs 680 kg maximum Fifth wheel or gooseneck trailer rating limited to 7 600 lbs 3 447 kg Silverado SS Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6000 V8 3 73 7 800 lbs 3 538 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg This model is neither ...

Page 435: ...d to 7 300 lbs 3 311 kg K 1500 Extended Cab Standard Box 4WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 4800 V8 3 42 3 73 4 10 6 700 lbs 3 039 kg 6 700 lbs 3 039 kg 7 700 lbs 3 493 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 5300 V8 3 42 3 73 4 10 7 700 lbs 3 493 kg 7 700 lbs 3 493 kg 8 700 lbs 3 946 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 6000 V8 4 10 10 000 ...

Page 436: ... 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg This model is neither designed nor intended to tow fifth wheel or gooseneck trailers K 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 5300 V8 3 42 3 73 4 10 7 400 lbs 3 357 kg 7 400 lbs 3 357 kg 8 400 lbs 3 810 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 6000 V8 4 10 9 900 lbs 4 491 kg 15 500 lbs 7 031 kg This model is neither designed no...

Page 437: ...rating limited to 8 300 lbs 3 765 kg K 1500 Extended Cab Long Box 4WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 4800 V8 3 42 3 73 4 10 6 500 lbs 2 948 kg 6 500 lbs 2 948 kg 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 5300 V8 3 42 3 73 4 10 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg 8 500 lbs 3 856 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg This vehicl...

Page 438: ...9 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel 3 73 15 400 lbs 6 985 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 000 lbs 1 361 kg maximum Trailer rating limited to 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg with weight distributing hitch C 2500 Regular Cab Long Box HD 2WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6000 V8 4 10 10 500 lbs 4 763 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 ...

Page 439: ...b Long Box HD 2WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6000 V8 3 73 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 3 73 4 10 13 500 lbs 6 123 kg 15 500 lbs 7 031 kg 20 000 lbs 9 072 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel 3 73 15 100 lbs 6 849 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 000 lbs 1 361 kg maximum Traile...

Page 440: ...979 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel 3 73 14 200 lbs 6 441 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 000 lbs 1 361 kg maximum Trailer rating limited to 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg with weight distributing hitch K 2500 Regular Cab Long Box HD 4WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6000 V8 4 10 10 300 lbs 4 672 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 810...

Page 441: ... Weight GCWR 6000 V8 4 10 9 700 lbs 4 400 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 3 73 4 10 13 200 lbs 5 987 kg 14 600 lbs 6 622 kg 20 000 lbs 9 072 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel 3 73 13 200 lbs 5 987 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 000 lbs 1 361 kg maximum Trailer rating limited to 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg with ...

Page 442: ... 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg maximum Trailer rating limited to 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg with weight distributing hitch C 3500 Crew Cab 2WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6000 V8 4 10 9 600 lbs 4 354 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 6000 V8 Dual Rear Wheels 4 10 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 4 10 15 300 lbs 6 940 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 8100 V8 Dual Rear Wheels 4 10 15 100 lbs 6 849 kg 22 000 lbs 9...

Page 443: ... lbs 1 587 kg maximum Trailer rating limited to 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg with weight distributing hitch K 3500 Extended Cab 4WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6000 V8 Single Rear Wheel 4 10 9 600 lbs 4 354 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 6000 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 4 10 9 400 lbs 4 264 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 Single Rear Wheel 4 10 15 200 lbs 6 895 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 8100 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 4 10 ...

Page 444: ...6 6L V8 Diesel Dual Rear Wheel Automatic 3 73 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 23 500 lbs 10 659 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg maximum Trailer rating 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 tr...

Page 445: ...ailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 409 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight up to a maximum of 600 lbs 272 kg for the 1500 or 2500 series and up to a maximum of 750 lbs 340 kg f...

Page 446: ...ehicle s ability to carry tongue weight Tongue weight cannot cause the vehicle to exceed the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating or the RGAWR Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating The effect of additional weight may reduce your trailering capacity more than the total of the additional weight Consider the following example A vehicle model base weight is 5 500 lbs 2 495 kg 2 800 lbs 1 270 kg at the front axle ...

Page 447: ...trailer would only be 7 800 lbs 3 538 kg You may go further and think you must limit tongue weight to less than 1 000 lbs 454 kg to avoid exceeding GVWR But you must still consider the effect on the rear axle Because your rear axle now weighs 3 100 lbs 1 406 kg you can only put 900 lbs 408 kg on the rear axle without exceeding RGAWR The effect of tongue weight is about 1 5 times the actual weight ...

Page 448: ...ue If you use a weight distributing hitch make sure you don t go over the rear axle limit before you apply the weight distribution spring bars Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Weight Distributing Hitches and Weight Carrying Hitches A Body to Ground Distance B Front of Vehicl...

Page 449: ... used with many pickup models These trailers place a larger percentage of the weight kingpin weight on the tow vehicle than conventional trailers Make sure this weight does not cause the vehicle to exceed GAWR or GVWR Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 to 25 percent of the trailer weight up to the maximum amount specified in the trailering chart for your vehicle See Weight of the...

Page 450: ...ng safety chains Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 2 000 lbs 900 kg loaded then it needs its own brakes and they must be adequate Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly Your trailer brak...

Page 451: ...le through a window in the rear or another opening drive with your front main heating or cooling system on and with the fan on any speed This will bring fresh outside air into your vehicle Do not use the climate control setting for maximum air because it only recirculates the air inside your vehicle See Climate Control System on page 227 Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Bef...

Page 452: ... 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 you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the...

Page 453: ...working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well If you have an automatic transmission you can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often e g under he...

Page 454: ...ound with the transmission out of gear and the parking brake applied for a few minutes before turning the engine off If you do get the overheat warning see Engine Overheating on page 506 Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer c...

Page 455: ... roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Always put the automatic transmission shift lever fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set If you have a manual transmission turn the engine off an...

Page 456: ...hicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See Scheduled Maintenance Gasoline Engine on page 619 for more information Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill 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 yo...

Page 457: ...vy duty trailering the harness is clipped to the vehicle s frame behind the spare tire mount The harness requires the installation of a trailer connector which is available through your dealer If your trailer is equipped with electric brakes you can get a jumper harness electric trailer brake control with a trailer battery feed fuse from your dealer If you need to tow a light duty trailer with a s...

Page 458: ...s Light Blue CHMSL Red Battery Feed Dark Blue Trailer Brake The Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL wire is tied next to the trailer wiring harness for use with a trailer slide in camper or cap If you are charging a remote non vehicle battery press the tow haul mode button located at the end of the shift lever This will boost the vehicle system voltage and properly charge the battery If the trailer...

Page 459: ...to the camper The eight wire harness contains the following camper trailer circuits Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Taillamps White Ground Light Green Back up Lamps Light Blue Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL Red Battery Feed Dark Blue Trailer Brake If your vehicle is equipped with the Heavy Duty Trailering option refer to Heavy Duty Trailer Wiring Package ea...

Page 460: ...ve a crash in which you or others could be injured Use only the trailer brake harness intended for your vehicle If it is no longer available to you be sure to get a proper replacement from your dealer This harness is 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 inst...

Page 461: ...ns 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 Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not use...

Page 462: ...own 2 Set the parking brake 3 Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL 4 Engage the PTO Refer to the manufacturer s or installer s for instructions on electrically engaged PTOs 5 For mobile operations shift the transmission into the gear you want apply the regular brakes and release the parking brake For stationary operations leave the parking brake applied 6 Release the clutch and regular brakes as yo...

Page 463: ...combination and two default PTO control speeds which follow 1 PTO Set Speed of 1 250 rpm or 2 PTO Resume Speed of 1 700 rpm Please note that the standby speed 800 850 rpm is not to be used as a PTO control speed Vehicles not equipped with cruise control will not have the resume speed capability To use PTO speed control in variable mode while mobile do the following 1 Engage the PTO 2 Vehicle speed...

Page 464: ...ption of the TCC lockup speed 1 100 rpm and the tap increment 100 rpm all of these values are programmable and can be adjusted by your dealer or body upfitter If the PTO software settings do not match the settings shown here then they may have already been altered in order to satisfy the requirements of the installed PTO system and body equipment When the PTO switch is turned on the engine is limi...

Page 465: ...rtment Overview 480 Engine Oil Gasoline Engine 486 Engine Oil Life System Gasoline Engine 489 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Gasoline Engines 491 Automatic Transmission Fluid Allison Transmission 494 Automatic Transmission Fluid Except Allison Transmission 497 Manual Transmission Fluid 500 Hydraulic Clutch 502 Engine Coolant 503 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 506 Engine Overheating 506 Overheated Engi...

Page 466: ...ield Wiper Blade Replacement 543 Tires 545 Tire Sidewall Labeling 546 Tire Terminology and Definitions 550 Inflation Tire Pressure 554 Dual Tire Operation 556 Tire Inspection and Rotation 557 When It Is Time for New Tires 559 Buying New Tires 560 Different Size Tires and Wheels 562 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 563 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 564 Wheel Replacement 564 Tire Chains 566 If a Tire...

Page 467: ...598 Sheet Metal Damage 598 Underbody Maintenance 598 Chemical Paint Spotting 599 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 599 Vehicle Identification 600 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 600 Service Parts Identification Label 601 Electrical System 601 Add On Electrical Equipment 601 Windshield Wiper Fuses 601 Power Windows and Other Power Options 601 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 602 Instrument Panel Fuse B...

Page 468: ...y including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handling emissions systems aerodynamics durability and electronic systems like anti lock brakes traction control and stability control Some of these accessories may even cause malfunction or damage not covered by warranty GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your vehicle Your GM dealer retailer ca...

Page 469: ...u attempt any vehicle maintenance task CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused If you use the wrong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If you want to do some of your own service work you should use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service ...

Page 470: ...is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle To help keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance GM recommends the use of gasoline advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline The 8th digit of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN shows the code letter or number that identifies your vehicle s engine The VIN is at the top left of the instrument panel See Vehicle Id...

Page 471: ...gine If you are using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking your engine needs service Gasoline Specifications At a minimum gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814 in the United States or CAN CGSB 3 5 in Canada Some gasolines may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT General Motors recommends against the use o...

Page 472: ...e in your area General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier However E85 85 ethanol and other fuels containing more than 10 ethanol must not be used in vehicles that were not designed for those fuels Notice Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in...

Page 473: ...cator html that can help you find E85 fuel Those stations that do have E85 should have a label indicating ethanol content Do not use the fuel if the ethanol content is greater than 85 At a minimum E85 should meet ASTM Specification D 5798 By definition this means that fuel labeled E85 will have an ethanol content between 70 and 85 Filling the fuel tank with fuel mixtures that do not meet ASTM spec...

Page 474: ...ty Notice Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel might be hard to find Never use...

Page 475: ...o not use cellular phones Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle This is against the law in some places Do not re enter the vehicle while pumping fuel Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver s side of the vehicle If t...

Page 476: ... careful not to spill fuel Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Washing Your Vehicle on page 595 When replacing the fuel cap turn it clockwise until it clicks It will require more effort to turn the fuel cap on the last turn as you tighten it Make sure the cap i...

Page 477: ...ng a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others Dispense gasoline only into approved containers Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle in a vehicle s t...

Page 478: ... clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine 478 ...

Page 479: ...side the vehicle to the lower 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 grille 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then pull down the hood and close it firmly 479 ...

Page 480: ...Engine Compartment Overview If your vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information When you open the hood on the 4 3L V6 engine here is what you will see 480 ...

Page 481: ...e 494 or Automatic Transmission Fluid Except Allison Transmission on page 497 F Engine Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 508 G Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 486 H Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 514 I Remote Negative Terminal GND See Jump Starting on page 522 J Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting ...

Page 482: ...When you open the hood on the 5 3L V8 engine 4 8L and 6 0L V8 engines similar here is what you will see 482 ...

Page 483: ...e 494 or Automatic Transmission Fluid Except Allison Transmission on page 497 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 486 G Engine Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 508 H Remote Negative Terminal GND See Jump Starting on page 522 I Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 514 J Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting ...

Page 484: ...When you open the hood on the 8 1L V8 engine here is what you will see 484 ...

Page 485: ...e 494 or Automatic Transmission Fluid Except Allison Transmission on page 497 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 486 G Engine Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 508 H Remote Negative Terminal GND See Jump Starting on page 522 I Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 522 J Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid ...

Page 486: ... Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time you 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 handle is a yellow loop See Engine Compartment Overview on page 480 for the location of the engine oil dipstick 1 Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you do ...

Page 487: ...pecifications on page 611 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 480 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all t...

Page 488: ...how its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 American Petroleum Institute API starburst symbol Oils meeting these requirements should have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified a...

Page 489: ...ngine Oil 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 must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system h...

Page 490: ...setting 3 Turn the ignition key to LOCK If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message comes back on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure If it still does not reset see your dealer for service What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin...

Page 491: ... restriction indicator it lets you know when the engine air cleaner filter needs to be replaced On vehicles with a restriction indicator you should inspect the air filter restriction indicator at every oil change and replace the engine air cleaner filter when the indicator tells you to On vehicles without an air filter restriction indicator inspect the air cleaner filter at the Maintenance II inte...

Page 492: ...an Air Filter Restriction Indicator To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the engine air cleaner filter from the vehicle using the steps following When you have the engine air cleaner filter removed lightly shake it to release loose dust and dirt If the engine air cleaner filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner Filter and Resetting the Air Filter...

Page 493: ...he screws 7 Reset the air filter restriction indicator if the vehicle has one by pressing the button at the end of 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 flames if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it ...

Page 494: ...an 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 fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire ...

Page 495: ...k is to determine if the transmission has enough fluid to be operated safely until a hot check can be made The fluid level rises as fluid temperature increases Do not fill above the COLD CHECK band if the transmission fluid is below normal operating temperatures 1 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it bac...

Page 496: ...evel is within the HOT RUN band on the dipstick The width of the HOT RUN band represents approximately 1 06 quart 1 0 liter of fluid at normal operating temperature 5 If the fluid level is not within the HOT RUN band add or drain fluid as necessary to bring the fluid level to within the HOT RUN band 6 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way How to Add Au...

Page 497: ...s the DURAMAX Diesel engine see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed in Additional Required Services Gasoline Engine on page 622 and be sure to use the transmission fluid listed in Recommen...

Page 498: ... C drive the vehicle in THIRD 3 until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes A cold fluid check can be made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off but this is used only as a reference Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 50 F 10 C or more If it is colder than 50 F 10 C you may have to idle ...

Page 499: ...pe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the COLD area below the cross hatched area for a cold check or in the HOT or cross hatched area for a hot check Be sure to keep the dipstick pointed down to get an accurate reading 4 If the flui...

Page 500: ...luid earlier in this section When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check Manual Transmission Fluid A good time to have your manual transmission fluid checked is when the engine oil is changed See Additional Required Services Gasoline Engine on page 622 to find out when...

Page 501: ... fully seated If the fluid level is low add more fluid as described in the next steps How to Add Manual Transmission Fluid Here is how to add fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 630 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Add fluid at the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to the bottom of t...

Page 502: ...ate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What to Use The clutch master cylinder reservoir is located in the rear of the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 480 for more information on location Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylind...

Page 503: ... system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating on page 506 A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the warning lights and gages work as they ...

Page 504: ...ur engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant...

Page 505: ... 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 are low on engine coolant See LOW COOLANT LEVEL under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 269 Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the surge tank but only when the engine is cool See...

Page 506: ...TED and a REDUCED ENGINE POWER message in the Driver Information Center DIC on the instrument panel See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 269 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools ...

Page 507: ...HOT message with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 If your air conditioner is on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary 3 If you are in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slow...

Page 508: ...This operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency Driving extended miles km and or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided Notice After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode to avoid engine damage allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair The engine oil will be severely degraded Repair the cause of coola...

Page 509: ...ine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface Check the coolant level after the system cools down Some amount of coolant may be lost due to overheating All Other Engines 509 ...

Page 510: ...ng fan should be running If it is not your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine If your vehicle has an engine driven cooling fan start the engine again and see if the fan speed increases when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it does not your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by y...

Page 511: ...ank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 503 for more information If no coolant is visible in 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 ...

Page 512: ...r coolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant 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 You can remove the coolant surge tank pres...

Page 513: ...ne 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 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated 513 ...

Page 514: ...ly The fan will slow down when additional cooling is not required and the clutch disengages You may also hear this fan noise when you start the engine It will go away as the fan clutch partially disengages If your vehicle has electric cooling fans you may hear the fans spinning at low speed during most everyday driving The fans may turn off if no cooling is required Under heavy vehicle loading tra...

Page 515: ... 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 630 Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks ...

Page 516: ...r reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water does not clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it is very co...

Page 517: ... the brakes will not work well So it is not a good idea to top off the brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when the linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the en...

Page 518: ...bove the MIN but not over the MAX mark What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 630 Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in the brake s...

Page 519: ...nd when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound can come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly CAUTION The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well That could lead to an accident When you hear the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced Notice Continuing to drive with ...

Page 520: ... that brake service might be required Brake Adjustment Every time you make a brake stop the brakes adjust for wear Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality brake parts When you replace parts of the braking...

Page 521: ...es contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep the battery from running down CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can b...

Page 522: ...warranty Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work and it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 ...

Page 523: ... your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle 4 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or accessory power outlets Turn off the radio and all lamps that are not needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save the radio 5 Open the hoods and locate the positive and negative terminal loca...

Page 524: ...light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you do not explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Do not get it on you If you ac...

Page 525: ...d do not connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks On vehicles that have dual batteries make all battery connections to the remote positive and remote negative terminals 7 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Do not let the othe...

Page 526: ...erview on page 480 for the location of your vehicle s remote negative terminal 12 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 13 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle...

Page 527: ...o 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 remote positive terminal cover if your vehicle has one to its original position ...

Page 528: ... than normal because fluid has traveled out along the axle tubes and has not drained back to the sump area Therefore a reading taken five minutes after the vehicle has been driven will appear to have a lower fluid level than a vehicle that has been stationary for an hour or two Remember that the rear axle assembly must be supported to get a true reading How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate re...

Page 529: ...lubricant to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 630 Four Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles There are two additional systems that need lubrication Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check transfer case fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss could indicate a problem ...

Page 530: ...nt Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to change the lubricant See Scheduled Maintenance Gasoline Engine on page 619 What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 630 Front Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless you suspect there is a le...

Page 531: ...d 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 To determine what kind of lubricant to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 630 531 ...

Page 532: ...e The noise control system warranty is given in your warranty booklet These standards apply only to vehicles sold in the United States Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof 1 The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance repair or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of...

Page 533: ... the fan shroud if the vehicle has one Air Intake Removal of the air cleaner silencer Modification of the air cleaner Exhaust Removal of the muffler and or resonator Removal of the exhaust pipes and exhaust pipe clamps Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 543 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bu...

Page 534: ...or more information 2 Remove the pin on the headlamp assembly by turning the pin up and pulling it straight out 3 Pull the headlamp assembly out A Low Beam Headlamp B High Beam Headlamp 4 Unplug the electrical connector 5 Turn the old bulb counterclockwise and remove it from the headlamp assembly 534 ...

Page 535: ...into the locking feature Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps To replace a front turn signal sidemarker or Daytime Running Lamp DRL bulb do the following 1 Remove the headlamp assembly as mentioned previously See Headlamps on page 534 for more information 2 Press the retainer clip located behind the turn signal assembly towards the outside of the vehicle 535 ...

Page 536: ...A Daytime Running Lamp DRL B Front Turn Signal Parking Lamp C Sidemarker Lamp 4 Press the locking release lever The sidemarker lamp does not have a locking release lever Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the turn signal assembly 536 ...

Page 537: ...not lock into place 8 Reinstall the turn signal assembly back onto the vehicle placing the hook and posts on the inner side into the alignment holes first and then the outer side into the retainer bracket Push until you hear a click 9 Reinstall the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle Roof Marker Lamps To replace a roof marker lamp bulb do the following 1 Remove the two screws and lift off the ...

Page 538: ...e 3 Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws To replace a center roof marker lamp bulb do the following 1 Remove the six screws from the center roof marker lamp assembly 2 Turn the old bulb counterclockwise to remove it from the socket 3 Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws 538 ...

Page 539: ...ft off the lamp assembly A Cargo Lamp B Center High Mounted Stoplamp Bulb 2 Remove the back plate from the assembly by pressing the release tabs 3 Remove the CHMSL bulb by pulling the bulb straight out from the holder back plate Remove a cargo bulb by turning the socket counterclockwise and pulling the bulb straight out 539 ...

Page 540: ...r Lamps To replace a pickup box identification or fender marker lamp bulb do the following 1 Press the tab from the back to remove the lamp 2 Unplug the lamp assembly harness 3 Gently pry the individual lamp from the lamp assembly 4 Unplug the lamp 5 Plug in a new lamp and snap it into the assembly 6 Reinstall the lamp assembly Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps To replace one of th...

Page 541: ...nterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp assembly 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 assembly 7 Reinstall the taillamp assembly A Stoplamp Taillamp B Turn Signal C Back up Lamp A Stoplamp Taillamp B Turn Signal Lamp C Back up Lamp D Sidemarker Lamp 541 ...

Page 542: ...a new bulb into the socket and press it in until it is tight 5 Reinstall the lens and the lens seal License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs do the following 1 Reach under the rear bumper for the bulb socket 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull the bulb socket out of the connector 3 Pull the old bulb from the bulb socket keeping the bulb straight as you pull it out 4 Install th...

Page 543: ...Taillamp and Stoplamp 3157 Rear Turn Signal Lamp 3157 Rear Turn Signal Lamp 1156 Stoplamp and Taillamp 1157 Chassis Cab Models For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer retailer Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear and cracking See Scheduled Maintenance Gasoline Engine on page 619 for more information Replacement blades come in dif...

Page 544: ...following 1 Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever B to disengage the hook and push the wiper arm A out of the blade C 3 Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm until you hear the release lever click into place 544 ...

Page 545: ... an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 409 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your vehicle s tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 554 Overinflat...

Page 546: ... Plow or Similar Equipment on page 416 for additional information Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into the sidewall The following illustrations are examples of a typical P Metric and a LT Metric tire sidewall A Tire Size The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and serv...

Page 547: ...he TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture E Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread F Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance facto...

Page 548: ... carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used in a dual configuration For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 554 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 409 D DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety S...

Page 549: ...Passenger P Metric Tire The United States version of a metric tire sizing system The letter P as the first character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U S Tire and Rim Association A Light Truck LT Metric Tire The United States version of a metric tire sizing system The letters LT as the first two characters in the tire size means a light truck tire ...

Page 550: ...scription The service description indicates the load range and speed rating of a tire The load index can range from 1 to 279 Speed ratings range from A to Z Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascal kPa Accessory Weight This means the combined...

Page 551: ... safety standards The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number TIN an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating See Loading Your Vehicle on page 409 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle See Loading Your Vehicle on page 409 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear ...

Page 552: ...me molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 554 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 409 Radi...

Page 553: ...overnment testing procedures The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire See Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 563 Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg plus the rated cargo load See Loading Your Vehicle on page 409 Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire Load on an individual tire due to curb weight accessory weight occupant weight and...

Page 554: ...Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar below the driver s door lock post striker This label lists your vehicle s original equipment tires and their recommended cold tire inflation pressures The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For a...

Page 555: ...alve 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 High Speed Operation SS Silverado CAUTION Driving at high speeds 100 mph 160 km h or higher puts an additional strain on tires Sustained high speed driving causes excessive heat build up and can cause sudden tire failure You could have a c...

Page 556: ...laced 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 and wheel nut tightening information see Removing the Spare Tire and Tools on page 570 The outer tire on a dual wheel setup generally wears faster than the inner tire Your tires will wear more evenly and last longer if you rotate the tires periodically see Tire Inspection and Rotat...

Page 557: ...ll 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 568 If your vehicle has dual rear wheels also see Dual Tire Operation on page 556 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 Scheduled Maintenance Gasoline Engine ...

Page 558: ... pattern shown here when rotating your tires The dual tires are rotated as a pair and the inside rear tires become 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 Tire and Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicl...

Page 559: ...cle 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 needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 568 When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it is 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 Som...

Page 560: ...re Performance Criteria Specification TPC spec system rating If you need replacement tires GM strongly recommends that you get tires with the same TPC Spec rating This way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give the same performance and vehicle safety during normal use as the original tires GM s exclusive TPC Spec system considers over a dozen critical specifications tha...

Page 561: ...e this spare was developed for use on your vehicle it will not affect vehicle handling CAUTION If you use bias ply tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle If you must replace your vehicle s tires with those that do not have a TPC Spe...

Page 562: ...d electronic stability control the performance of these systems can be affected CAUTION If you add different sized wheels your vehicle may not provide an acceptable level of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected You may increase the chance that you will crash and suffer serious injury Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for your vehicle and...

Page 563: ... safety 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 performan...

Page 564: ...loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis However if you notice unusual ti...

Page 565: ...ires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chass...

Page 566: ... Continued Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination an...

Page 567: ...e stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving especially if you maintain your vehicle s tires properly If air goes out of a tire it is much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout her...

Page 568: ...dly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack Use the jack provided with your vehicle only for changing a flat tire If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use the jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warning Flas...

Page 569: ...e vehicle To be even more certain the vehicle will not move put 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 at the opposite end of the vehicle When your vehicle has a flat tire use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of the wheel blocks The following information will tell you next how to use ...

Page 570: ... C Wheel Blocks D Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks E Jack A Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks B Wheel Blocks C Retaining Bracket and Wing Nut D Tool Kit and Jack Tools E Retaining Hook F Jack G Knob 1500 Crew Cab Regular Cab and Crew Cab Except 1500 Crew Cab 570 ...

Page 571: ...taining Wheel Blocks B Wheel Blocks C Jack D Retaining Hook E Knob F Retaining Bracket and Wing Nut G Tool Kit and Jack Tools For regular cab models the equipment you will need is behind the passenger s seat For extended and crew cab models the equipment is on the shelf behind the passenger s side second row seat Extended Cab Extended Cab Short Box 571 ...

Page 572: ... 3 Remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer by turning the wing nut counterclockwise 4 Remove the wing nut used to retain the storage bag and tools by turning it counterclockwise You will use the jack handle extensions and the wheel wrench to remove the underbody mounted spare tire A Spare Tire Valve Stem Pointed Down B Hoist Assembly C Hoist Cable D Tire Wheel Retainer E Hoist Shaft F...

Page 573: ... extension through the hole G in the rear bumper Be sure the hoist end of the extension F connects to the hoist shaft E The ribbed square end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire 4 Turn the wheel wrench H counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle If the spare tire does not lower...

Page 574: ...een lowered so it can be pulled up through the wheel opening 7 Put the spare tire near the flat tire Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Use the following pictures and instructions to remove the flat tire and raise the vehicle The tools you will be using include the jack A the wheel blocks B the jack handle C the jack handle extensions D and the wheel wrench E 574 ...

Page 575: ... If the vehicle has a center cap with wheel nut caps the wheel nut caps are designed to stay with the center cap after they are loosened Remove the entire center cap If the wheel has a smooth center cap place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry it out 575 ...

Page 576: ...cle as shown If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle two wheel drive 1500 Model 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 is on the rear position the jack under the rear axle between the spring anchor a...

Page 577: ...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 All Other Models 57...

Page 578: ... between the grooves that are on the jack head 5 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 Rear Position 2WD Pickup Models Rear Position All Other Models 578 ...

Page 579: ... and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 needed to get all the rust or dirt off 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 5...

Page 580: ...ght come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 9 Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel 10 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 580 ...

Page 581: ...11 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Lower the jack completely Front Position 2WD 1500 Model Rear Position 581 ...

Page 582: ...rs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 611 for the wheel nut torque specification 12 Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise When you reinstall the regular wheel and tire you must also reinstall either the center cap or bolt on hub cap depending ...

Page 583: ...structions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed next To release the spare tire from the secondary latch do the following 1 Check under the vehicle to see if the cable end is visible If the cable is not visible proceed to Step 6 2 If it is visible first try to tighten the cable by turnin...

Page 584: ...roximately 6 inches 15 cm of cable is exposed 6 Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest ends with the backs facing each other 7 Place the bottom edge of the jack A on the wheel blocks B separating them so that the jack is balanced securely 8 Attach the jack handle extension and wheel wrench to the jack and place it with the wheel blocks under the vehicle towards the front of the rear bumper 584 ...

Page 585: ...able CAUTION Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from under the spare 13 Disconnect the jack handle from the jack Carefully remove the jack from underneath the vehicle 14 Use one hand to push against the spare while firml...

Page 586: ... Tire and Installing the Spare Tire on page 574 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Notice Storing an aluminum wheel with a flat tire under your vehicle for an extended period of tim...

Page 587: ...nd of Extension Tool G Hoist Shaft Access Hole H Wheel Wrench I Jack Handle Extensions J Spare Tire Lock If Equipped 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear 2 Tilt the retainer D downward and through the wheel opening Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 587 ...

Page 588: ...ts to the hoist shaft E The ribbed square end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire 5 Raise the tire part way upward Make sure the retainer D 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 588 ...

Page 589: ... Reinstall the spare tire lock if equipped To store the jack and jack tools do the following A Wing Nut B Wheel Blocks C Retaining Bracket and Wing Nut D Wheel Wrench and Extensions E Tool Bag F Mounting Bracket G Jack H Retaining Hook 1 Put the tools D in the tool bag E and place them in the retaining bracket C 2 Tighten down the wing nut C 589 ...

Page 590: ... and Tools on page 586 Notice If your vehicle has four wheel drive and the different size spare tire is installed on your vehicle do not drive in four wheel drive until you can have your flat tire repaired and or replaced You could damage your vehicle and the repair costs would not be covered by your warranty Never use four wheel drive when the different size spare tire is installed on your vehicl...

Page 591: ...y Lighter colored interiors may require more frequent cleaning Use care because newspapers and garments that transfer color to your home furnishings may also transfer color to your vehicle s interior When cleaning your vehicle s interior only use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intende...

Page 592: ...dishwashing soaps with degreasers Using too much soap will leave a residue that leaves streaks and attracts dirt For liquid cleaners about 20 drops per gallon 3 78 L of water is a good guide Do not heavily saturate your upholstery while cleaning Damage to your vehicle s interior may result from the use of many organic solvents such as naptha alcohol etc Fabric Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a so...

Page 593: ...area gives any impression that a ring formation may result clean the entire surface After the cleaning process has been completed a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture from the fabric or carpet Leather A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used Allow the leather to dry ...

Page 594: ...can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Some commercial products may increase gloss on your instrument panel The increase in gloss may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may ...

Page 595: ...tton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle on page 595 Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary...

Page 596: ...er you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim if necessary Use special care with aluminum trim To avoid damaging protective trim never use auto or chrome polish steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum A coating of wax rubbed to high polish is recommended for all bright metal parts Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if th...

Page 597: ...rs would not be covered by your warranty Use only GM approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome plated wheels The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice U...

Page 598: ...otection Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protectio...

Page 599: ...chase whichever occurs first Vehicle Care Appearance Materials Description Usage Polishing Cloth Wax Treated Interior and exterior polishing cloth Tar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar road oil and asphalt Chrome Cleaner and Polish Use on chrome or stainless steel White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls Vinyl Cleaner Cleans vinyl Glass Cleaner Removes dirt grime smo...

Page 600: ...ator used on fabrics vinyl leather and carpet 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 side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Certification Tire and Service Parts labels and the certificat...

Page 601: ...er components from working as they should Add on equipment can drain your vehicle s battery even if your vehicle is not operating Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 102 Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor ov...

Page 602: ...n 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 blo...

Page 603: ...K Relay Power Door Lock Relay Lock Function HVAC 1 Climate Control System LT DR Driver s Door Harness Connection CRUISE Cruise Control Power Take Off PTO UNLCK Relay Power Door Lock Relay Unlock Function RR FOG LP Not Used BRAKE Anti Lock Brake System DRIVER UNLCK Power Door Lock Relay Driver s Door Unlock Function IGN 0 TCM TBC IGN 0 Truck Body Controller VEH CHMSL Vehicle and Trailer High Mounte...

Page 604: ...ot Used LCKS Power Door Lock System ECC TPM Tire Pressure Monitoring System TBC 2C Truck Body Controller HAZRD Flasher Module CB LT DRS Left Power Windows Circuit Breaker TBC 2B Truck Body Controller 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...

Page 605: ...CB RT DOOR Right Power Windows Circuit Breaker SPARE Not Used INFO Infotainment Harness Connection 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 Over...

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Page 607: ... Engine Electronic Viscous Fan Diesel Engine 8 Rear Climate Control 9 Sunroof Fuses Usage GLOW PLUG Diesel Glow Plugs and Intake Air Heater CUST FEED Gasoline Accessory Power Fuses Usage HYBRID Hybrid STUD 1 Auxiliary Power Single Battery and Diesels Only Dual Battery TP2 Do not install fuse MBEC Mid Bussed Electrical Center Power Feed Front Seats Right Doors BLWR Front Climate Control Fan LBEC Le...

Page 608: ...amps TBC BATT Truck Body Controller Battery Feed SEO B2 Off Road Lamps 4WS Not Used Fuses Usage AUX PWR Auxiliary Power Outlet Console PCM 1 Powertrain Control Module ETC ECM Electronic Throttle Control Electronic Brake Controller Gasoline Engine Fan Clutch Diesel Engines IGN E Instrument Panel Cluster Air Conditioning Relay Turn Signal Hazard Switch Starter Relay RTD Ride Control TRL B U Backup L...

Page 609: ...Lamps RVC Regulated Voltage Control IPC DIC Instrument Panel Cluster Driver Information Center Fuses Usage HVAC ECAS Climate Control Controller CIG LTR Cigarette Lighter HI HDLP RT High Beam Headlamp Right HDLP LOW Headlamp Low Beam Relay A C COMP Air Conditioning Compressor Relay A C COMP Air Conditioning Compressor TCMB Transmission Control Module RR WPR Not Used RADIO Audio System SEO B1 Mid Bu...

Page 610: ... Horn EAP Not Used TREC Not Used Auxiliary Electric Cooling Fan Fuse Block The auxiliary electric cooling fan fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle next to the underhood fuse block Lift the cover for access to the fuse relay block Fuses Usage COOL FAN Cooling Fan COOL FAN Cooling Fan Relay Fuse COOL FAN Cooling Fan Fuse Relays Usage COOL FAN 1 Cooling ...

Page 611: ...efrigerant caution label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 4 3L V6 Automatic with Front A C 14 8 qt 14 0 L 4 3L V6 Automatic with Front A C 16 5 qt 15 6 L 4 3L V6 Manual with Front A C 15 1 qt 14 3 L 4 3L V6 Manual with Front A C 16 6 qt 15 7 L 4 8L V8 Automatic with Front A C 15 2 qt 14 4 L 4 8L V8 Automatic with Front A C 16 8 qt 15 9 L 4 8L V8 Manual wit...

Page 612: ... 7 L 8 1L V8 Automatic 26 9 qt 25 5 L 8 1L V8 Manual 27 1 qt 25 6 L Engine Fan Driven cooling system Electric Cooling Fan system Transmission Automatic Four Speed 4L80 E 7 7 qt 7 3 L Automatic Four Speed 4L60 E and 4L70 E 5 0 qt 4 7 L Automatic Six Speed Allison 7 4 qt 7 0 L 2WD Manual Five Speed Getrag 2 5 qt 2 3 L 4WD Manual Five Speed Getrag 2 2 qt 2 0 L 2WD Manual Five Speed New Venture Gear 4...

Page 613: ...LD 26 0 gal 98 0 L Long Bed and Chassis Cab Pickup Box Delete 34 0 gal 128 7 L Chassis Cab 3500 and 3500HD front 27 0 gal 102 0 L Chassis Cab 3500 and 3500HD rear 23 0 gal 87 0 L Transfer Case Fluid 2 0 qt 1 9 L Wheel Nut Torque 140 ft lb 190 Y After refill the level must be rechecked Add enough engine coolant so that the fluid is within the proper operating range 613 ...

Page 614: ...Manual 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 5 3L V8 Flex Fuel Z Automatic 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 5 3L V8 T Automatic 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 5 3L V8 B Automatic 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 6 0L V8 U Automatic Manual 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 6 0L V8 N Automatic Manual 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 8 1L V8 G Automatic Manual 0 060 inches 1 52 mm 614 ...

Page 615: ...Gasoline Engine 622 Maintenance Footnotes Gasoline Engine 624 Owner Checks and Services 626 At the First 100 1 000 and 6 000 Miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km 626 At Each Fuel Fill 626 At Least Once a Month 627 At Least Once a Year 628 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 630 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Gasoline Engines 633 Engine Drive Belt Routing 634 Maintenance Record 635 Section 6 Maintenan...

Page 616: ...cement parts and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance might not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommen...

Page 617: ...se their vehicles maintenance needs vary You may need more 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 GM Goodwrench dealer This schedule is for vehicles that carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits You will find these limits on the Tire and Loading Information lab...

Page 618: ...the necessary equipment you should have your GM Goodwrench dealer do these jobs When you go to your GM Goodwrench dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM parts If you want to purchase service information see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 658 Owner Checks and Services on page 626 tells y...

Page 619: ...Goodwrench dealer has GM trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally you must service your vehicle within 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last service Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System Gasoline Engine on page 489 for information ...

Page 620: ...ngine on page 486 Reset oil life system See Engine Oil Life System Gasoline Engine on page 489 An Emission Control Service Allison Transmission only Replace external transmission filter at the first maintenance service performed on the vehicle Lubricate chassis components See footnote Visually check for any leaks or damage See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner filter or change indicator if equ...

Page 621: ...vices in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling system See footnote c Inspect wiper blades See footnote d Inspect restraint system components See footnote e Lubricate body components See footnote f Check transmission fluid level and add fluid as needed Inspect shields vehicles with diesel engine or with GVWR above 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg only See ...

Page 622: ...s Service and Miles Kilometers 25 000 40 000 50 000 80 000 75 000 120 000 100 000 160 000 125 000 200 000 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Vehicles without a filter restriction indicator Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter Gasoline Engines on page 491 Allison Transmission only Change automatic...

Page 623: ...n fluid and filter normal service Four wheel drive with automatic transfer case only Change transfer case fluid See footnote g Inspect evaporative control system An Emission Control Service See footnotes and k Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Change manual transmission fluid Engine cooling system service or every five years whichever occurs first An Emis...

Page 624: ...r basis every 3 000 miles 5 000 km a Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect drum brake linings shoes for wear or cracks Inspect other brake parts including drums wheel cylinders calipers parking brake etc b Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for ...

Page 625: ...one grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak g Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation h Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR is over 8600 lbs or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the ou...

Page 626: ...d for vehicles sold in Canada p If you drive regularly under dusty conditions inspect the filter or change indicator if equipped at each engine oil change q Visually inspect belt for fraying excessive cracks or obvious damage Replace belt if necessary Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety dependability and...

Page 627: ...ndshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer fluid reservoir and add the proper fluid if necessary At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Visually inspect your vehicle s tires and make sure they are inflated to the correct pressures Do not forget to check the spare tire See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 554 Check to make sure the spare ti...

Page 628: ...er position contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System 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 It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake on ...

Page 629: ... the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping 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...

Page 630: ...etermine the proper viscosity for your vehicle s engine see Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 486 Usage Fluid Lubricant Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL coolant See Engine Coolant on page 503 Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Hydraulic Clutch System Hydraulic ...

Page 631: ... or GC LB Front Axle 1500 Series SAE 80W 90 Axle Lubricant GM Part No U S 1052271 in Canada 10950849 Usage Fluid Lubricant Front Axle 1500 HD 2500 2500 HD and 3500 Series SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant GM Part No U S 12378261 in Canada 10953455 meeting GM Specification 9986115 Rear Axle SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant GM Part No U S 12378261 in Canada 10953455 meeting GM Specification 998...

Page 632: ...ts and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Usage Fluid Lubricant Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Hinges Latch Bolt and Linkage Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant GM Part No U S 3634770 in Canada 10953518 or Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No U S 123455...

Page 633: ...Diesel Engine Supplement Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter High Capacity 15908915 A1518C Standard 15908916 A1519C Oil Filter 4 3L V6 25010792 PF47 4 8L V8 5 3L V8 6 0L V8 89017524 PF48 8 1L V8 25324052 PF454 Spark Plugs 4 3L V6 89017883 41 932 4 8L V8 5 3L V8 6 0L V8 12571164 41 985 8 1L V8 12578277 41 983 Wiper Blades ITTA Type 22 inches 56 0 cm 15153642 A1518C hig...

Page 634: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing A Air Conditioning Compressor V6 Engines V8 Engines 634 ...

Page 635: ...vices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 616 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 626 can be added on the following record pages You should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 635 ...

Page 636: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 636 ...

Page 637: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 637 ...

Page 638: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 638 ...

Page 639: ...Roadside Assistance Program 646 Courtesy Transportation 649 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 651 Collision Damage Repair 652 Reporting Safety Defects 656 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 656 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 657 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 657 Service Publications Ordering Information 658 Section 7 Customer A...

Page 640: ...ng a member of dealership retailer management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership retailer without further help in the U S contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 222 1020 In Canada contact General Motors of Canada Customer Communication Centre by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number...

Page 641: ...informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll free telephone number or write them at the followi...

Page 642: ... the entire dispute settlement process from the time you file your complaint to the final decision should be completed in about 70 days We believe our impartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free 1 800 207 0685 ...

Page 643: ...information and to register your vehicle My GM Canada Canada only My GM Canada is a password protected section of gmcanada com where you can save information on GM vehicles get personalized offers and use handy tools and forms with greater ease Here are a few of the valuable tools and services you will have access to My Showroom Find and save information on vehicles and current offers in your area...

Page 644: ...ddressed to United States Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 www Chevrolet com 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 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 Islan...

Page 645: ...This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more details or to determine your vehicle s eligibility visit gmmobility com or call the G...

Page 646: ...ion approximately 5 in Canada Service to provide diesel may be restricted For safety reasons propane and other alternative fuels will not be provided through this service Lock out Service To ensure security the driver must present personal identification before lock out service is provided In Canada the vehicle registration is also required Lock out service will be covered at no charge if you are ...

Page 647: ...ent of up to a maximum of 500 Canadian for A meals maximum of 50 day B lodging maximum of 100 night and C alternate ground transportation maximum of 40 day This benefit is to assist you with some of the unplanned expense you may incur while waiting for your vehicle to be repaired Pre authorization original detailed receipts and a copy of the repair order are required Once authorization has been gi...

Page 648: ...an customers call 1 800 268 6800 Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in their sole discretion the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limit...

Page 649: ...rate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service contact your dealer retailer and request an appointment By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer retailer c...

Page 650: ...le allowance and must be supported by original receipts In addition for U S customers should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer retailer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle ...

Page 651: ... monitor conditions for airbag deployment and if the vehicle has the Anti lock Brake System ABS to provide anti lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions other information is stored only in a crash event by computer systems such as those commonly call...

Page 652: ...tiality is to be maintained and need is shown or share summary data which is not tied to a specific vehicle with non GM organizations for research purposes Others such as law enforcement may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data If your vehicle has OnStar please check the OnStar subscription service ...

Page 653: ...er the history of these parts is not known Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty and any related failures are not covered by that warranty Aftermarket collision parts are also available These are made by companies other than GM and may not have been tested for your vehicle As a result these parts may fit poorly exhibit premature durability corrosion problems and may no...

Page 654: ...Equipment Manufacturer OEM parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts Read your lease carefully as you may be charged at the end of your lease for poor quality repairs If an Accident Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in an accident Try to relax and then check to make sure you are all right If you are uninjured make sure that no one else in your vehicle or the other vehicle is inju...

Page 655: ... insurance company from the scene of the accident They will walk you through the information they will need If they ask for a police report phone or go to the police department headquarters the next day and you can get a copy of the report for a nominal fee In some states provinces with no fault insurance laws a report may not be necessary This is especially true if there are no injuries and both ...

Page 656: ... with Genuine GM parts even if your insurance coverage does not pay the full cost If another party s insurance company is paying for the repairs you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as cost stay...

Page 657: ... Motors of Canada Limited You may call them at 1 800 333 0510 or write to Transport Canada Road Safety Branch 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa Ontario K1B 3V9 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you will notify General Motors Please call the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 222 1020 or write...

Page 658: ... GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle In Canada the service bulletin reference number can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer retailer or by calling...

Page 659: ...l Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at www helminc com Or you can write to Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detro...

Page 660: ... NOTES 660 ...

Page 661: ...cle 103 Airbag Off Switch 93 How Does an Airbag Restrain 91 Airbag Systems cont Passenger Sensing System 97 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 102 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 91 AM FM Radio 291 Antenna Fixed Mast 353 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 353 Anti Lock Brake System 361 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 254 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 597 Care of Saf...

Page 662: ...90 Setting the Time without Radio Data Systems RDS 290 Theft Deterrent Feature 348 Understanding Radio Reception 350 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 353 Automatic Headlamp System 220 Automatic Transmission Fluid 494 497 Operation 136 Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp Switch 222 B Battery 521 Electric Power Management 225 Battery Warning Light 251 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 398 Brake Emergencies 363...

Page 663: ...24 Center Console Storage Area 201 Center Front Passenger Position Safety Belts 35 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL and Cargo Lamp 539 Chains Tire 566 Check Engine Light 258 Checking Things Under the Hood 478 Chemical Paint Spotting 599 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems 49 Infants and Young Children 45 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 56 Older Children 42 Securing a Child Restraint ...

Page 664: ...ss 173 177 Content Theft Deterrent 126 Control of a Vehicle 360 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 255 Heater Engine 134 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 506 Cooling System 508 Cruise Control 215 Cruise Control Light 262 Cupholder s 201 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation 649 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 644 Customer Assistance Offices 644 Customer Satisfaction Procedur...

Page 665: ... 391 City 396 Defensive 356 Drunken 357 Freeway 397 Driving cont Hill and Mountain Roads 400 In Rain and on Wet Roads 392 Off Road 372 Recovery Hooks 408 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 407 Winter 402 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 232 Dual Climate Control System 229 Dual Tire Operation 556 DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System 333 E Electrical System Add On Equipment 601 Center Instrument ...

Page 666: ...Antenna 353 Flashers Hazard Warning 210 Flash to Pass 213 Flat Tire 567 Flat Tire Changing 568 Flat Tire Storing 586 Fluid Automatic Transmission 494 497 Manual Transmission 500 Power Steering 514 Windshield Washer 515 Fog Lamp Fog 222 Four Wheel Drive 149 529 Four Wheel Drive Light 263 Front Axle 530 Front Reading Lamps 224 Front Storage Area 201 Fuel 470 Additives 472 California Fuel 471 E85 85 ...

Page 667: ...ations 471 Glove Box 201 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 645 H Hazard Warning Flashers 210 Head Restraints 17 Headlamps 219 534 Bulb Replacement 533 Daytime Running Lamps 220 Flash to Pass 213 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps 535 Halogen Bulbs 533 High Low Beam Changer 213 On Reminder 220 Pickup Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps 540 Roof Marker Lamps 537 Heated Sea...

Page 668: ...Entry System 110 Keys 109 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 546 Lamps Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp 222 Cargo 224 Dome 223 Dome Lamp Override 223 Front Reading 224 LATCH System Child Restraints 56 Latches Seatback 17 License Plate Lamps 542 Light Airbag Off 246 Airbag Readiness 245 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 254 Battery Warning 251 Brake System Warning 252 Cruise Control 262 Four Wheel Drive 263 Highbeam...

Page 669: ... 264 Lumbar Power Controls 10 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services 622 At Each Fuel Fill 626 At Least Once a Month 627 At Least Once a Year 628 At the First 100 1 000 and 6 000 Miles 160 1 600 and 10 000km 626 Introduction 616 Maintenance Footnotes 624 Maintenance Record 635 Maintenance Requirements 616 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 633 Owner Checks and Services 626 Recommend...

Page 670: ...5 Outside Manual Mirrors 179 Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors 182 Outside Power Mirrors 182 Outside Trailer Tow Mirrors 180 Outside West Coast Type Mirrors 181 MyGMLink com 643 N New Vehicle Break In 129 Noise Control System Tampering 532 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 633 O Odometer 243 Odometer Trip 243 Off Road Driving 372 Off Road Recovery 369 Oil Engine 486 Pressure Gage 261 Oil Engine Oi...

Page 671: ...6 Over Things That Burn 170 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 248 Passenger Sensing System 97 Passing 369 Passlock 128 Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab 423 Power Door Locks 115 Electrical System 601 Lumbar Controls 10 Retained Accessory RAP 132 Seat 10 Steering Fluid 514 Windows 124 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 117 Q Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 25 R Radios 288 AM FM Radio 291 Car...

Page 672: ...73 Rearview Mirrors 173 Reclining Seatbacks 14 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 630 Recovery Hooks 408 Recreational Vehicle Towing 424 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 110 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 111 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 574 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 570 Replacement Bulbs 543 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 657 General Motors 6...

Page 673: ...ors 12 Power Lumbar 10 Power Seats 10 Seats cont Rear Seat Operation 18 Reclining Seatbacks 14 Seatback Latches 17 Secondary Latch System 583 Securing a Child Restraint Center Front Seat Position 71 Rear Seat Position 69 Right Front Seat Position 72 78 83 Security Light 262 Service 468 Accessories and Modifications 468 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 470 California Proposition 65 W...

Page 674: ...ote System 189 T Tachometer 244 Tailgate 121 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 540 Theft Deterrent Radio 348 Theft Deterrent Systems 126 Content Theft Deterrent 126 Passlock 128 Tilt Wheel 211 Time Setting Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS 290 Radios without Radio Data Systems RDS 290 Tires 545 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels Cleaning 597 Buying New Tires 560 Chains 566 Changing ...

Page 675: ...24 Towing a Trailer 429 Your Vehicle 423 Traction Assist System TAS 363 Manual Selectable Ride 365 Off Light 255 Trailer Recommendations 462 Transmission Fluid Automatic 494 497 Fluid Manual 500 Temperature Gage 256 Up Shift Light 252 Transmission Operation Automatic 136 Transmission Operation Manual 145 Trip Odometer 243 Truck Camper Loading Information 421 Turn and Lane Change Signals 212 Turn S...

Page 676: ...essages 269 Hazard Warning Flashers 210 Other Warning Devices 211 Safety and Symbols 4 Vehicle Damage 5 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 564 Different Size 562 Replacement 564 Where to Put the Restraint 54 Windows 123 Manual 123 Power 124 Sliding Rear 126 Swing Out Windows 125 Windshield Washer 215 Washer Fluid 515 Wiper Blade Replacement 543 Wiper Blades Cleaning 596 Wiper Fuses 601 Wipers 214 W...

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