GMC 2006 Canyon Owner'S Manual Download

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

Front Seats

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

Rear Seats

.............................................. 1-10

Safety Belts

............................................. 1-13

Child Restraints

....................................... 1-34

Airbag System

......................................... 1-63

Restraint System Check

............................ 1-79

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

Keys

........................................................ 2-2

Doors and Locks

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

Windows

................................................. 2-11

Theft-Deterrent Systems

............................ 2-13

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

........... 2-15

Mirrors

.................................................... 2-34

OnStar

System

...................................... 2-38

Storage Areas

......................................... 2-40

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

Instrument Panel Overview

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

Climate Controls

...................................... 3-19

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

........ 3-22

Driver Information Center (DIC)

.................. 3-39

Audio System(s)

....................................... 3-46

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

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

..... 4-2

Towing

................................................... 4-50

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

Service

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

Fuel

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

Checking Things Under the Hood

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

Rear Axle

............................................... 5-46

Four-Wheel Drive

..................................... 5-46

Front Axle

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

Bulb Replacement

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

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

......... 5-53

Tires

...................................................... 5-55

Appearance Care

..................................... 5-93

Vehicle Identification

............................... 5-101

Electrical System

.................................... 5-101

Capacities and Specifications

................... 5-108

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

Maintenance Schedule

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

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

Customer Assistance and Information

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

Reporting Safety Defects

........................... 7-14

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

2006 GMC Canyon Owner Manual

Summary of Contents for 2006 Canyon

Page 1: ...iver Information Center DIC 3 39 Audio System s 3 46 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 50 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Thing...

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

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

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

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

Page 6: ...NOTES vi...

Page 7: ...t Extender 1 34 Child Restraints 1 34 Older Children 1 34 Infants and Young Children 1 37 Child Restraint Systems 1 40 Where to Put the Restraint 1 44 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 46...

Page 8: ...movement 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 Lift the bar located under the front of the seat t...

Page 9: ...g or lowering the whole control Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the whole control toward the front or the rear of the vehicle Vertical Control This control reclines the seatbacks See Recli...

Page 10: ...side of the front seats This feature will heat the cushion and back of the seats Press the top of the switch to turn the heat to the high setting Press the bottom of the switch to turn the heat to the...

Page 11: ...recline lever 2 Move the seatback to the desired position then release the lever to lock the seatback in place CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash Th...

Page 12: ...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 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked If your vehicl...

Page 13: ...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...

Page 14: ...ad restraints Pull up on the head restraint to raise it To lower the head restraint press the button located on top of the seatback and push down on the head restraint Adjust the head restraint so tha...

Page 15: ...pull the seatback forward 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...

Page 16: ...ck s forward do the following 1 Disconnect the rear center safety belt latch from the mini buckle by inserting the tip of the safety belt tongue into the slot on the buckle Let the belt retract 2 Pull...

Page 17: ...n it CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After rai...

Page 18: ...l the front of the seat cushion down completely The rear seat storage compartments must be closed before folding the seat down See Rear Storage Area on page 2 41 To store the seat do the following 1 S...

Page 19: ...not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside o...

Page 20: ...ven buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or kill...

Page 21: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 1 15...

Page 22: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 16...

Page 23: ...pside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safet...

Page 24: ...to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller childr...

Page 25: ...into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 34 Make sure the release button on the buckle is...

Page 26: ...nder 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 The...

Page 27: ...o loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury...

Page 28: ...n be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause se...

Page 29: ...riously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much...

Page 30: ...across 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...

Page 31: ...and your vehicle Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment Before you begin to drive move the shoulder belt height adjuster to the height that is right for you Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of...

Page 32: ...is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger P...

Page 33: ...e the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part...

Page 34: ...own out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Lap Shoulder Belt All rear seating positions have lap shoulder belts Here is how to wear one pr...

Page 35: ...to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder part The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thig...

Page 36: ...o loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle For outboard seatin...

Page 37: ...ide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When attached to a shoulder belt the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head H...

Page 38: ...c cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic co...

Page 39: ...the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides Slide the guide back on its storage clip located between the interior body and the seatback Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle h...

Page 40: ...l 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 for securing...

Page 41: ...ere or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other peop...

Page 42: ...er belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint the belts provide CAUTION Never do this Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap sho...

Page 43: ...ildren ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints Young children should not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone unless there is no other choice Instead...

Page 44: ...tem is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints wh...

Page 45: ...k and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part...

Page 46: ...or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against...

Page 47: ...es such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and...

Page 48: ...structions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both Securing an Add on Child Restraint in the Vehicle CAUTION A child can be seriously injured...

Page 49: ...raps that come down over each of the infant s shoulders and buckle together at the crotch The five point harness system has two shoulder straps two hip straps and a crotch strap A shield may take the...

Page 50: ...ry close to the inflating airbag CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing...

Page 51: ...mmodate a rear facing child restraint whenever possible If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It...

Page 52: ...safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be attached using only the top tether and anchor In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child rest...

Page 53: ...ment B to secure the top tether to the anchor Some top tether equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be at...

Page 54: ...ther anchors j Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors j Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors i Top Tether...

Page 55: ...n a palm up position and reach up between the seat cushion and the seatback The top tether anchors in a crew cab model are located on the back wall behind each rear seating position Be sure to use an...

Page 56: ...ssenger s position of a vehicle that 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 tethe...

Page 57: ...e s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual CAUTION Each top tether anchor and lower anchor in the vehicl...

Page 58: ...anchors A See Rear Seat Operation Crew Cab on page 1 10 or Rear Seat Operation Extended Cab on page 1 12 2 2 Route the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instr...

Page 59: ...red properly 3 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 t...

Page 60: ...n 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 1 3 Attach the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors D in the vehicle The child restraint instructions will show you how 2 If the chil...

Page 61: ...ation and additional information on installing a child restraint in the right front seat position 1 See Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 1 59 for instructions on ins...

Page 62: ...s secure Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 46 If your child restra...

Page 63: ...elt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set...

Page 64: ...child restraint if the top tether is attached 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...

Page 65: ...le has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint there is a label on your sun visor that says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear...

Page 66: ...guarantee that an airbag will not deploy CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off We recommend that rear facing child restraints be transported...

Page 67: ...curing the child restraint in this seat See Power Seats on page 1 3 or Manual Seats on page 1 2 When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag the off indi...

Page 68: ...ctor 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 b...

Page 69: ...ur dealer To remove the child restraint if the top tether is attached 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 read...

Page 70: ...front passenger are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear crashes or in many side crashes CAUTION Continued CAUTI...

Page 71: ...intaining control of the vehicle Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed...

Page 72: ...rbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 26 for more information Where Are...

Page 73: ...rbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side If your vehicle has a roof mounted side impact airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver it is located in the ceili...

Page 74: ...on causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel...

Page 75: ...l for a full deployment is about 19 to 24 mph 30 6 to 38 6 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range Frontal airbags m...

Page 76: ...m 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 mo...

Page 77: ...oming from the vents in the deflated airbags Airbag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the front windshield or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leavin...

Page 78: ...Recorders on page 7 10 Let only qualified technicians work on your airbag system Improper service can mean that your airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Passenger Sensing...

Page 79: ...acing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if...

Page 80: ...e the airbag is off before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the...

Page 81: ...on page 1 59 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...

Page 82: ...icle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes This will allow the system to detect that person and then enable the passenger s airbag CAUTION If the airbag readiness light in...

Page 83: ...affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle...

Page 84: ...your vehicle The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Q Because I...

Page 85: ...rayed 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...

Page 86: ...TCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If an airbag inflates...

Page 87: ...2 19 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 20 Manual Transmission Operation 2 22 Four Wheel Drive 2 24 Parking Brake 2 28 Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transmission 2 29 Shifting Out of Park P Automati...

Page 88: ...the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not...

Page 89: ...inside the vehicle OnStar may be able to send a command to unlock your vehicle See OnStar System on page 2 38 for more information Remote Keyless Entry System If the vehicle has the keyless entry sys...

Page 90: ...y See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 4 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Oper...

Page 91: ...k under DIC Controls and Displays on page 3 39 L Panic Press this button to make the horn sound and the headlamps and taillamps flash for up to 30 seconds To turn them off again do one of these three...

Page 92: ...change the battery Notice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery d...

Page 93: ...d 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 wh...

Page 94: ...urity Locks Crew Cab If your vehicle is a crew cab model it may have rear door security locks With this feature you can lock the rear doors so they cannot be opened from the inside The rear door secur...

Page 95: ...If the power door 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 To open a rear do...

Page 96: ...mbly Reverse the procedure to reinstall the tailgate Make sure it is secure To partially lower the tailgate do the following 1 With the tailgate fully open lift up slightly on the entire tailgate asse...

Page 97: ...ercome 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 h...

Page 98: ...low a fuse Express Down Windows The driver s window has an express down feature that allows the window to be lowered fully without continuously holding the switch Press the front of the switch past th...

Page 99: ...or Pull down the visor to access the 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...

Page 100: ...f Here is how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident If you do not want to activate the theft deterrent system the vehicle should be locked with the door key after the doors are closed Always unlo...

Page 101: ...d must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time See your dealer for service In an emergency call the Roadside Assistance Center See Roadside Assistance Program...

Page 102: ...l the way in If it is turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard If none of this works then your vehicle needs service ACC ACCESSORY B This is the position in which you can ope...

Page 103: ...CK Your radio wipers and power windows will work when the ignition key is in ON or ACC Once the key is turned from ON to LOCK these features will continue to work for up to 20 minutes or until a door...

Page 104: ...mately four seconds after you release the ignition key This is normal When starting your engine in very cold weather below 0 F or 18 C do this 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignit...

Page 105: ...TION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into...

Page 106: ...scharging your battery There are several different positions for your shift lever PARK P This position locks your rear wheels It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your veh...

Page 107: ...ission see If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 42 NEUTRAL N In this position your engine does not connect with the wheels To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N on...

Page 108: ...owly enough Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission If you are stuck do not spin the tires When stopping on...

Page 109: ...as a lock out feature which prevents a fifth gear to reverse gear shift Notice Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered...

Page 110: ...four wheel drive You should use two wheel drive high for most normal driving conditions Notice Driving on clean dry pavement in four wheel drive for an extended period of time may cause premature wear...

Page 111: ...tting engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle Use four wheel high when you need extra traction such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off road situations 4 n Four Wheel Low This setting a...

Page 112: ...to 3 2 km h Press and release the Four Wheel Low button You must wait for the Four Wheel Low indicator light to stop flashing and stay on before shifting the transmission into gear or releasing the c...

Page 113: ...transmissions and let out the clutch to insure the transfer case is in NEUTRAL If the vehicle is not in NEUTRAL repeat this procedure starting at Step 3 7 Place the transmission shift lever in PARK P...

Page 114: ...arking brake is set and the vehicle is moving below 3 mph 5 km h See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 30 To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the bottom edge of the...

Page 115: ...see Towing a Trailer on page 4 56 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake CAUTION If you have four wheel drive your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift...

Page 116: ...o not shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PAR...

Page 117: ...r you want 5 Have the system fixed as soon as you can Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission Your vehicle has a manual transmission Before you get out of your vehicle move the shift lever into REVER...

Page 118: ...le Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running the Engine While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running But if you ever h...

Page 119: ...fairly level ground always set the parking brake and move the automatic transmission shift lever to PARK P or the manual transmission shift lever to NEUTRAL CAUTION Four wheel drive vehicles with the...

Page 120: ...le may have a manual rearview mirror with the OnStar System and map lamps You can adjust the mirror for day or night driving Press the tab forward away from you for day driving Pull the tab back towar...

Page 121: ...bottom of the mirror To manually turn the lamps on or off press the button next to each lamp Compass Operation The mirror has an eight point compass display in the bottom of the mirror face When the...

Page 122: ...ng distance cross country trip it will be necessary to adjust the compass variance To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the zone map...

Page 123: ...hand so that the side of the vehicle can be seen while you are sitting in a comfortable driving position The mirrors can be folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash To...

Page 124: ...ht Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes OnStar System OnStar uses global positioning system GPS satellite technology wireless communications and live advisors to...

Page 125: ...ervices OnStar Personal Calling As an OnStar subscriber the Personal Calling capability allows you to make hands free calls using a wireless system that is integrated into the vehicle Calls can be pla...

Page 126: ...will use one of the cupholders Front Armrest Storage Area For vehicles with bench seats you may have a center armrest storage area Lift up on the upper tab located at the front of the armrest to relea...

Page 127: ...extended cab or crew cab If your vehicle is equipped with roof mounted side impact air bags there will be assist handles located above both the driver s and front passenger s doors Rear Storage Area...

Page 128: ...To open a storage box unhook the bottom and lift the two latches on each side of the storage box Lift the lid from the center area to access the storage box 2 42...

Page 129: ...ower Outlet s 3 18 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 3 19 Climate Controls 3 19 Climate Control System 3 19 Outlet Adjustment 3 21 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 22 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 23...

Page 130: ...Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS 3 48 AM FM Radio 3 48 Radio with CD MP3 3 51 Radio with Six Disc CD 3 66 Theft Deterrent Feature Non RDS Radios 3 77 Theft Deterrent Feature RDS Radios 3 77...

Page 131: ...NOTES 3 3...

Page 132: ...Instrument Panel Overview Manual Transmission shown Automatic Transmission similar 3 4...

Page 133: ...g Lamps on page 3 16 Exterior Cargo Lamps See Exterior Cargo Lamps on page 3 17 G Parking Brake Release See Parking Brake on page 2 28 H Horn See Horn on page 3 6 I Traction Control Button or Four Whe...

Page 134: ...arning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn t...

Page 135: ...o a comfortable level then release the tilt lever to lock the wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering c...

Page 136: ...ore quickly than normal a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers will not see your vehicle s turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows do not go o...

Page 137: ...be on Flash to Pass This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass It works even if your headlamps are in the automatic position To use it...

Page 138: ...ing at low speed turn the band away from you to the first solid position past the delay settings 1 High Speed For high speed wiping turn the band to the second solid position past the delay settings 9...

Page 139: ...ke is set or if the master cylinder brake fluid level is low If you apply your brakes the cruise control will shut off CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady...

Page 140: ...cruise symbol on the instrument panel will illuminate when the cruise control is engaged Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This...

Page 141: ...hile Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Co...

Page 142: ...ightness together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Parking Lamps Instrument Panel Lights See Automatic Headlamp System on page 3 15 for more information Parking Lamps Turn the knob to thi...

Page 143: ...tomatic transmission The light sensor determines it is daytime Your vehicle will have either the parking lamps or reduced intensity low beams used as the DRL When the DRL are on only those lamps will...

Page 144: ...t panel brightness control is in the full bright position See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 17 Fog Lamps If your vehicle has fog lamps you can use them for better vision in foggy or misty cond...

Page 145: ...n to brighten or dim the instrument panel lights and the radio display This will only work if the headlamps or parking lamps are on See Exterior Lamps on page 3 14 Dome Lamp The dome lamp will come on...

Page 146: ...ive cap Notice Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum am...

Page 147: ...o When it s ready it will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating will not allow the lighter to back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from o...

Page 148: ...If this occurs see Defogging and Defrosting following Mode Buttons Recirculation If your vehicle has air conditioning you will have the recirculation feature This mode recirculates air inside the cabi...

Page 149: ...ost modes Floor Defog This mode directs the air to the windshield the side window outlets and to the floor outlets When you select this mode the system runs the air conditioning compressor unless the...

Page 150: ...o let you know they are working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functi...

Page 151: ...et you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going about how much fuel you have used and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically...

Page 152: ...otal of the old odometer then it must be But if it cannot then it is set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip O...

Page 153: ...ovided Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the key is turned to ON or START a chime will sound for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt This...

Page 154: ...ready If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the...

Page 155: ...sun visor that 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 CAUTION Even though the passenger sensing syste...

Page 156: ...passenger s frontal airbag is enabled may inflate CAUTION If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger s seat it means that the pass...

Page 157: ...not have the protection of the frontal airbag See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 26 Battery Warning Light This light will come on briefly when you start the vehicle as a check to show you it is wor...

Page 158: ...System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part is not working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts w...

Page 159: ...system warning light on can lead to an accident If the light is still on after you have pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Lig...

Page 160: ...ight Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is inte...

Page 161: ...to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test See Accessories and Modifications...

Page 162: ...still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the fol...

Page 163: ...ions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspectio...

Page 164: ...nging engine oil This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure The light goes on when you turn your key to ON or START It goes off once you start your engine That s a...

Page 165: ...problem with the Passlock system Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock and you should see your dealer Also see Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 13 for additional information regarding the se...

Page 166: ...s station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it...

Page 167: ...The DIC has different modes which can be accessed by pressing the trip odometer reset stem on the DIC These modes are explained in the following section The DIC trip odometer reset stem is located on...

Page 168: ...he DOORS message is not displayed in the DIC 3 Press and release the reset stem until the language is shown on the DIC display 4 To view the next available language press and hold the reset stem for a...

Page 169: ...matic transmission this mode locks all of the doors when the vehicle is shifted out of PARK P The doors will not automatically unlock On vehicles with a manual transmission this mode locks all of the...

Page 170: ...k buttons on the remote keyless entry transmitter DIC Warnings and Messages Warning messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some acti...

Page 171: ...See Battery on page 5 41 and Battery Warning Light on page 3 29 for more information BRAKES This message will be displayed if there is a problem with your brakes Check your brakes as soon as possible...

Page 172: ...l over and check to see if your vehicle s fuel cap is secure as soon as possible You may also see the check engine light on the instrument panel cluster See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 32 for...

Page 173: ...e 2 24 for more information about your transfer case Press the reset stem to acknowledge the message and clear it from the display TRACTION FAULT If you have the Traction Control System TCS you may se...

Page 174: ...ou can tune to your favorite stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if equipped CAUTION This system provides you with a far greater access to audio stations and song listings Giving ex...

Page 175: ...f your vehicle s engine radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added Notice The chime signals related to s...

Page 176: ...buttons at the same time until RDS TIME appears on the display To accept this time press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time for another two seconds If the time is not available from...

Page 177: ...he radio will only seek and scan stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band Setting Preset Stations Up to 18 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM can be programmed on the six numbered...

Page 178: ...middle position select BAL or FAD Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep L balance and a zero or F and a zero will appear on the display To adjust all tone and spea...

Page 179: ...ions with traffic announcements This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and will only work when the information is available In rare cases a radio station may broadc...

Page 180: ...if equipped press the DISPL 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...

Page 181: ...conds PSCN will appear on the display and the radio will produce one beep The radio will go to a preset station play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press either arrow again or...

Page 182: ...ical To return the bass and treble to the manual mode push and release the AUTO EQ button until CUSTOM appears on the display Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between th...

Page 183: ...radio will return to the last station you were listening to BAND Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type To turn alternate f...

Page 184: ...dio station you will hear it If the station does not broadcast traffic announcements press the TRAF button and the radio will seek to a station that does When a station that broadcasts traffic announc...

Page 185: ...into an open area the signal should return Loading Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should...

Page 186: ...The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle...

Page 187: ...aged 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 later in this section If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD...

Page 188: ...seconds of each track until all of the tracks have been previewed Press the button again to stop scanning and to play the track o TUNE p Turning the TUNE knob will fast track reverse or advance throug...

Page 189: ...ecorded using no file folders The system can support up to 11 folders in depth though keep the depth of the folders to a minimum in order to keep down the complexity and confusion in trying to locate...

Page 190: ...tracks from the root directory have been played play will continue from files according to their numerical listing After playing the last track from the last folder play will begin again at the first...

Page 191: ...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 later in this section If there is no apparen...

Page 192: ...in the current folder or playlist have been played the system will move on to the next folder or playlist and play all of the tracks in random order To random all the tracks on the CD press and hold t...

Page 193: ...the display press the DISPL knob until you see the display you want then press and hold this knob for two seconds The radio will produce one beep and the selected display will now be the default INFO...

Page 194: ...of the CD may not be compatible See MP3 Format earlier in this section There may have been a problem while burning the CD The label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly fo...

Page 195: ...until AUTO VOL OFF appears on the display Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 or AM The display will show the selection o TUNE p Turn this knob to select radio stations...

Page 196: ...tton until a beep is heard Setting the Tone Bass Middle Treble AUDIO Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS MID or TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or to decrease The display...

Page 197: ...controls are displayed ALL CENTERED will appear on the display and you will hear a beep Radio Data System RDS The audio system has a Radio Data System RDS RDS features are available for use only on FM...

Page 198: ...scanning the stations in the PTY 4 Press either the TYPE or the SCAN arrows to stop scanning BAND Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the sam...

Page 199: ...stem has locked up Take the vehicle to your GM dealer for service If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer Playing a CD If the ignition or radio is turn...

Page 200: ...to the right of the slot to turn green 4 Load a CD Insert the CD partway into the slot label side up The player will pull the CD in To insert multiple CDs do the following 1 Turn the ignition on 2 Pr...

Page 201: ...the indicator light will begin flashing again and another CD will eject To stop ejecting the CDs press the LOAD or the eject button If the CD is not removed after 25 seconds the CD will be automatica...

Page 202: ...to turn off random play AUTO EQ Automatic Equalization Press AUTO EQ to select the equalization setting while playing a CD The equalization will be stored whenever a CD is played For more information...

Page 203: ...is not in song list mode S LIST should not appear on the display If S LIST is present press the SONG LIST button to turn it off 3 Select the desired CD by pressing the numbered pushbutton and then us...

Page 204: ...list the track will be 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 will ap...

Page 205: ...it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem Theft Deterrent Feature Non RDS Radios THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your vehicle s radio The feature works automati...

Page 206: ...Satellite Radio Service XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast to coast in the 48 contiguous United States and in Canada if available Just as with FM tall buildings or hil...

Page 207: ...le has a sunroof the performance of the XM system may be affected if the sunroof is open Loading items onto the roof of your vehicle can interfere with the performance of the XM system Make sure the X...

Page 208: ...NOTES 3 80...

Page 209: ...n and on Wet Roads 4 29 City Driving 4 32 Freeway Driving 4 33 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 34 Highway Hypnosis 4 35 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 36 Winter Driving 4 38 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in San...

Page 210: ...pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless 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...

Page 211: ...lcohol 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...

Page 212: ...nt in both France and Germany The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we have...

Page 213: ...n a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person...

Page 214: ...km h travels 66 feet 20 m That could be a lot of distance in an emergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly wit...

Page 215: ...n This is normal If there is a problem with the anti lock brake system this warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light on page 3 31 Let us say the road is wet and you are driv...

Page 216: ...e pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough...

Page 217: ...all transmission shift lever positions But the system can upshift the transmission only as high as the shift lever position you have chosen so you should use the lower gears only when necessary See A...

Page 218: ...in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work wher...

Page 219: ...ese First apply your brakes See Braking on page 4 6 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...

Page 220: ...other vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a...

Page 221: ...re lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone is not trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blin...

Page 222: ...andled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering...

Page 223: ...olves some new skills And that is why it is very important that you read this guide You will find many driving tips and suggestions These will help make your off road driving safer and more enjoyable...

Page 224: ...or your passengers could be injured Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain You or your passengers can be struck...

Page 225: ...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 route You are much less likely to get bad surprises Get...

Page 226: ...errain You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features Here are some things to consider Surface Conditions Off roading can take you over hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass sa...

Page 227: ...n be very dangerous on any road And this is certainly true for off road driving At the very time you need special alertness and driving skills your reflexes perceptions and judgment can be affected by...

Page 228: ...l that can block your path such as boulders trees logs or ruts What is beyond the hill Is there a cliff an embankment a drop off a fence Get out and walk the hill if you do not know It is the smart wa...

Page 229: ...Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards Also apply the parking brake If your engine is still running shift the transmission to REVERSE R release the parking brake a...

Page 230: ...ing I try to back down the hill and decide I just cannot do it What should I do A Set the parking brake put the automatic transmission in PARK P or the manual transmission in FIRST 1 and turn off the...

Page 231: ...o steep to drive across You could roll over if you do not drive straight down Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL N or with the clutch pedal pressed down with a manual transmission This...

Page 232: ...ays it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels or if the...

Page 233: ...d the vehicle starts to roll over you will be right in its path If you have to walk down the slope stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over CAUTION Getting out on the downhill l...

Page 234: ...upt 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 have difficulty acce...

Page 235: ...und from under your tires and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over Do not drive through rushing water See Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads on page 4 29 for more information on driving thr...

Page 236: ...t night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in th...

Page 237: ...cts Just as the headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and are not ev...

Page 238: ...akes work normally Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you cannot try...

Page 239: ...w water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore po...

Page 240: ...y 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...

Page 241: ...ay as a passing lane At the entrance 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 Tr...

Page 242: ...sted Reduce your speed according 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...

Page 243: ...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...

Page 244: ...d Driving on page 4 15 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...

Page 245: ...o 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 l...

Page 246: ...a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be su...

Page 247: ...rake System ABS improves your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have ABS you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti L...

Page 248: ...help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a bla...

Page 249: ...ong as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the b...

Page 250: ...n about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 70 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheel...

Page 251: ...place where you can continue driving CAUTION These hooks when used are under a lot of force Always pull the vehicle straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off a...

Page 252: ...cle 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...

Page 253: ...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 cap...

Page 254: ...ccupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg x 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available 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 l...

Page 255: ...section of the center pillar on the driver s side of the vehicle Vehicles without a center pillar like extended cab models will have the Certification Tire label attached to the edge of the driver s...

Page 256: ...might not change your weight ratings Ask your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way Notice Overloading your vehicle may cause damage Repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not o...

Page 257: ...of the rear axle Add On Equipment When you carry removable items you may need to put a limit on how many people you carry inside your vehicle Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and install...

Page 258: ...lowing Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendat...

Page 259: ...ission 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...

Page 260: ...on 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 informa...

Page 261: ...vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the tow vehicle 7 Turn the ignition to LOCK If the tow vehicle will not be started or driven for six weeks or more remove the battery cable from the negative...

Page 262: ...ght position 5 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the tow vehicle 6 Turn the ignition to LOCK If the tow vehicle will not be started or driven for six w...

Page 263: ...n 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 trans...

Page 264: ...ways follow the instructions in this section and check with your dealer for more information about towing a trailer with your vehicle To identify the trailering capacity of your vehicle you should rea...

Page 265: ...heavy loads and or hilly conditions If you have a manual transmission and you are towing a trailer it s better not to use the highest gear Three important considerations have to do with weight the wei...

Page 266: ...ion 2 8L Engine 3 73 2 300 lbs 1 043 kg 6 000 lbs 2 722 kg Manual Transmission 3 5L Engine 3 42 3 200 lbs 1 451 kg 7 000 lbs 3 175 kg Manual Transmission 3 5L Engine 3 73 3 700 lbs 1 678 kg 7 500 lbs...

Page 267: ...73 2 900 lbs 1 315 kg 7 000 lbs 3 175 kg Automatic Transmission 3 5L Engine 3 42 4 000 lbs 1 814 kg 8 500 lbs 3 856 kg Automatic Transmission 3 5L Engine 3 73 4 000 lbs 1 814 kg 9 000 lbs 4 082 kg Man...

Page 268: ...s 2 722 kg Manual Transmission 3 5L Engine 3 42 3 000 lbs 1 361 kg 7 000 lbs 3 175 kg Manual Transmission 3 5L Engine 3 73 3 500 lbs 1 588 kg 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg Manual Transmission 3 5L Engine 4 10 3...

Page 269: ...omatic Transmission 2 8L Engine 3 73 2 700 lbs 1 225 kg 7 000 lbs 3 175 kg Automatic Transmission 2 8L Engine 4 10 2 700 lbs 1 225 kg 7 000 lbs 3 175 kg Automatic Transmission 3 5L Engine 3 42 4 000 l...

Page 270: ...f you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 44 for more information about your vehicle s m...

Page 271: ...700 lbs 1 225 kg adding 1 275 lbs 578 kg brings the total to 3 975 lbs 1 803 kg This is very close to but within the limit for RGAWR as well The vehicle is set to trailer up to 8 500 lbs 3 856 kg But...

Page 272: ...ches 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 Carryi...

Page 273: ...t to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longe...

Page 274: ...you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers beh...

Page 275: ...el chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and then shift into PARK P or REVERSE R for a manual trans...

Page 276: ...e tight Trailer Wiring Harness Your vehicle may be equipped with a four pin trailer towing harness This harness has a four pin trailer connector that is attached to a bracket on the hitch platform The...

Page 277: ...ystem 5 16 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 18 Automatic Transmission Fluid 5 19 Manual Transmission Fluid 5 22 Hydraulic Clutch 5 24 Engine Coolant 5 25 Radiator Pressure Cap 5 28 Engine Overheating 5 28...

Page 278: ...leaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 93 Fabric Carpet 5 95 Leather 5 95 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 96 Care of Safety Belts 5 96 Weatherstrips 5 96 Washing Your Vehicle 5 97 Cl...

Page 279: ...l 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...

Page 280: ...rong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If you want to do some of your own service work you will want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to se...

Page 281: ...ne rating is less than 87 you may notice an audible knocking noise when you drive commonly referred to as spark knock If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible If...

Page 282: ...ired to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add anything t...

Page 283: ...the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this...

Page 284: ...ling your vehicle 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 Keep children away fr...

Page 285: ...if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere If the fuel cap is not properly installed the FUEL CAP message will appear on the Driv...

Page 286: ...e in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained...

Page 287: ...od 4 Release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure...

Page 288: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2 8L engine 3 5L engine similar you will see the following 5 12...

Page 289: ...minal See Jump Starting on page 5 42 K Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 5 37 L Engine Compartment Fuse Block See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 5 103 M Battery See Bat...

Page 290: ...and Specifications on page 5 108 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 coul...

Page 291: ...n an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol...

Page 292: ...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 yo...

Page 293: ...k on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 42 What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elem...

Page 294: ...erval See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more information If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter...

Page 295: ...ner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving Automatic T...

Page 296: ...speed for quite a while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C to...

Page 297: ...n rag or paper towel The automatic transmission dipstick handle with this symbol on it is located in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on pa...

Page 298: ...Check Automatic Transmission Fluid 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...

Page 299: ...w add more fluid as described in the next steps How to Add 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...

Page 300: ...cation It is not necessary to regularly check clutch fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system Adding fluid will not correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Ha...

Page 301: ...u have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating on page 5 28 A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling...

Page 302: ...but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and the proper coolant Notice If you use an impr...

Page 303: ...ry tank CAUTION Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almos...

Page 304: ...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 Just turn it off...

Page 305: ...ine idle 2 Turn off the air conditioning 3 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to b...

Page 306: ...de the coolant recovery tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at least up to t...

Page 307: ...fan speed should increase 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...

Page 308: ...hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice In cold weather w...

Page 309: ...have to turn the pressure cap How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1 You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressur...

Page 310: ...t Watch out for the engine cooling fan 7 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the f...

Page 311: ...ifts It is merely the cooling system functioning properly 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 e...

Page 312: ...To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 13 Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windsh...

Page 313: ...t antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overvi...

Page 314: ...You or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system See Checking Brake Fluid in this section Refer to the Maintenance S...

Page 315: ...ell or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral...

Page 316: ...d This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten...

Page 317: ...omeone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original bat...

Page 318: ...art your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you do not want You...

Page 319: ...y fluid contains acid that can burn you Do not get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other m...

Page 320: ...r end of the negative cable does not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end...

Page 321: ...ngine Part or Remote Negative Terminal B Good Battery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do...

Page 322: ...you will need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 13 to determine which kind...

Page 323: ...ug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 13 Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not n...

Page 324: ...to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 13 to determine what kind of lubricant to use Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bul...

Page 325: ...d access the bulb sockets from inside the engine compartment 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out of the headlamp assembly 4 Unplug the electrical connector from the old bu...

Page 326: ...ps 1 and 2 to reinstall the headlamp Front Turn Signal Parking and Daytime Running Lamps DRL To replace one of these bulbs do the following 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 11 for more infor...

Page 327: ...e and remove it from the housing 3 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Insert the new bulb into the socket and press it in until tight 5 Insert the bulb socket into the housing and turn until t...

Page 328: ...clockwise into the taillamp housing until it is tight 7 Reinstall the rear lamp assembly and tighten the screws Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 912 Headl...

Page 329: ...dshield Any damage that occurs would not be covered by your warranty Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield 1 To remove the old wiper blades lift the wiper arm until it locks into a...

Page 330: ...he insert is fully inserted 5 Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws Make sure that all other claws are properly locked on both sides of the insert slots A Claw in Notch B Correct Ins...

Page 331: ...ou could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 44 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting acc...

Page 332: ...portation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following...

Page 333: ...one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load E Tire Inflation The temporary use t...

Page 334: ...uction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wh...

Page 335: ...ards 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...

Page 336: ...0 degrees to the centerline of the tread Rim A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead Speed Rating An alphanume...

Page 337: ...r wear Poor handling Reduced fuel economy If your tires have too much air over inflation you can get the following Unusual wear Poor handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards A Tire and Lo...

Page 338: ...ent is necessary If the inflation pressure is low add air until you reach the recommended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Reche...

Page 339: ...Your Vehicle on page 4 44 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened see Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 108 for the proper wheel nut torque specification...

Page 340: ...es for your vehicle The original equipment tires installed on your vehicle when it was new were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC spec system rating If you ne...

Page 341: ...the compact spare installed properly Compact spare tires are designed for temporary use only See Spare Tire on page 5 92 CAUTION If you use bias ply tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges could...

Page 342: ...d Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 for additional information Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum...

Page 343: ...s tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the hi...

Page 344: ...proper diagnosis Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the whe...

Page 345: ...t 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 clearanc...

Page 346: ...damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin your vehicle s wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on t...

Page 347: ...and may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to g...

Page 348: ...he vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transmission shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transmission to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 3...

Page 349: ...the wheel blocks The following information will tell you next how to use the jack and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The tools you will need are located under the passenger s seat Fo...

Page 350: ...n the wing nut on the cover counterclockwise to remove it For crew cab models reach under the rear seat to access the jack and wheel blocks To reinstall the jack and wheel block assembly in the mounti...

Page 351: ...the tire on the other side at the opposite end of the vehicle 5 Locate the wing nut used to retain the storage bag and tools which is under the front passenger s seat Remove it by turning the wing nu...

Page 352: ...wheel wrench D 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 t...

Page 353: ...lat tire and raise the vehicle The tools you will be using include the jack A the wheel blocks B the extension tool C the jack handle extensions D and the wheel wrench E 1 Remove the center cap by pla...

Page 354: ...e vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can dam...

Page 355: ...under the vehicle as shown for the front or rear locations If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle position the jack to the rear of the front tire in the pocket off of the frame Front Positio...

Page 356: ...is positioned so that the rear axle is resting securely 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 groun...

Page 357: ...e 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...

Page 358: ...e wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each wheel nut by hand Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the nuts until the wheel is held against the hub Front Positi...

Page 359: ...uipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 108 for wheel nut t...

Page 360: ...heel Secondary Latch System Your vehicle has an underbody mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system It is designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly falling off your vehicl...

Page 361: ...ighten the cable 3 Loosen the cable by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise three or four turns 4 Repeat this procedure at least two times If the spare tire lowers to the ground continue with Ste...

Page 362: ...the tire stops moving upward and is held firmly in place the secondary latch has released and the tire is balancing on the jack 11 Remove the jack handle and insert the hoist end of the extension thro...

Page 363: ...e insert the hoist handle extension and wheel wrench into the hoist shaft hole in the bumper and turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare the rest of the way 14 Tilt the tire retainer...

Page 364: ...extended period of time or with the valve stem pointing up may damage the wheel Always stow the wheel with the valve stem pointing down and have the wheel tire repaired as soon as possible Store the...

Page 365: ...haped guide 5 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the tire part way up Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening and the valve stem is pointed down 6 Raise the tire fully against the...

Page 366: ...down then use the wheel wrench to loosen and then tighten the cable To store the tools do the following 1 Return the wheel wrench jack extensions and the storage bag to the locations described under R...

Page 367: ...A Jack B Wheel Blocks C Wing Nut A Jack B Wheel Blocks C Wing Nut Crew Cab Regular Extended Cab 5 91...

Page 368: ...best to replace your vehicle s spare with a full size tire as soon as you can The spare tire will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again Notice When the compact spare is installed...

Page 369: ...k onto your vehicle This way the spare tire will be available in case you need it again Do not mix tires and wheels of different sizes because they will not fit Keep your spare tire and its wheel toge...

Page 370: ...our GM dealer to remove odors from your vehicle s upholstery Do not clean your vehicle using the following cleaners or techniques Never use a knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any...

Page 371: ...n and repeat the cleaning process that was used with plain water If any of the soil remains a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary When a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lif...

Page 372: ...n 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...

Page 373: ...age 5 97 Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See...

Page 374: ...ping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary replace blades that look worn Aluminum...

Page 375: ...ies anti corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty F...

Page 376: ...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 smoke and fingerprints...

Page 377: ...n Label You will find this label on the inside of the glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the following VIN Model designation Paint information Pro...

Page 378: ...derneath the driver s side front seat that controls the power and heated seat functions Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combinatio...

Page 379: ...s side of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location To remove the cover push in on the tab on the end of the cover and lift To reinstall the...

Page 380: ...5 104...

Page 381: ...per Washer Switch PWR WNDW Power Windows If Equipped FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump STRTR Starter Solenoid Relay Fuses Usage WPR Wiper ABS 2 Anti lock Brake System 2 ABS Pump DR LCK Power Door Locks If Equipped...

Page 382: ...Passenger s Side Power Window Switches Lighting REAR PRK LAMP Rear Parking Lamp 1 Passenger s Side Taillamp License Plate Lamps Fuses Usage REAR PRK LAMP2 Driver s Side Rear Taillamp Passenger Side A...

Page 383: ...LAMP Fog Lamps If Equipped FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump Fuel Pump Fuse A C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor Relays Usage RUN CRNK Run Crank Airbag System Fuse Cruise Control Fuse Ignition Fuse Back Up Lamps...

Page 384: ...English Metric Cooling System 2 8L Engine 10 4 qt 9 8 L 3 5L Engine 10 6 qt 10 0 L Engine Oil with Filter 2 8 L Engine 5 0 qt 4 7 L 3 5 L Engine 6 0 qt 5 7 L Fuel Tank 19 5 gal 76 L Transmission Drai...

Page 385: ...Engine Specifications Type VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 2 8L 8 Automatic Manual 0 042 inches 1 07 mm 3 5L 6 Automatic Manual 0 042 inches 1 07 mm 5 109...

Page 386: ...NOTES 5 110...

Page 387: ...le 6 2 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 10 Reco...

Page 388: ...not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance is important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the a...

Page 389: ...rmed when indicated See Additional Required Services on page 6 6 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 6 7 for further information CAUTION Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In tryi...

Page 390: ...GM 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 servic...

Page 391: ...wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 62 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 6 9 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid l...

Page 392: ...for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter...

Page 393: ...hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Visually check constant velocity joints rubber boots and axle seals for leaks c Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked swollen or d...

Page 394: ...F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service i Drain flush and refill cooling system This service can be co...

Page 395: ...age 5 25 for further details Windshield 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...

Page 396: ...f the engine immediately if it starts 3 On automatic transmission vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The vehicle should start only in PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the vehicle starts in any other...

Page 397: ...ne off turn the ignition to ON but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P contac...

Page 398: ...e set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the ve...

Page 399: ...OT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Usage Fluid Lubricant Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requir...

Page 400: ...Category LB or GC LB Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements o...

Page 401: ...rt Number ACDelco Part Number Automatic Transmission Filter Kit 4WD Vehicle 24225323 2WD Vehicle 24208576 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 15202408 A1624C Engine Oil Filter 2 8L Engine 88984215 PF46 3 5L Eng...

Page 402: ...ces performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 8 can be added on the following record pages You should...

Page 403: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17...

Page 404: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18...

Page 405: ...e Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 8 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 10 Collision Damage Repair 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the Un...

Page 406: ...ing a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the GMC Consumer Relations Manager by calling 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8...

Page 407: ...imited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filling out a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally...

Page 408: ...om United States or My GM Canada within www gmcanada com Canada Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use the Tex...

Page 409: ...3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 All Overseas Locations Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit Mexico...

Page 410: ...matically enrolled in the GMC Roadside Assistance program This value added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road Call 1 800 GMC 8782 1...

Page 411: ...dress and home telephone number Telephone number of your location Location of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number of the vehicle Mileage Vehicle Identification Number VIN and deliver...

Page 412: ...m know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for the same day repai...

Page 413: ...coverage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty...

Page 414: ...erity of a collision This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety Unlike the data recorders on...

Page 415: ...prior accidents In most cases the parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle A recycled original equipment GM part may be an acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle s original...

Page 416: ...dent 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 othe...

Page 417: ...u have a question ask for an explanation Reputable shops welcome this opportunity Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs GM recommends that y...

Page 418: ...lved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or...

Page 419: ...ls Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc Transmission Transaxle Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This ma...

Page 420: ...tions 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 Easte...

Page 421: ...AM FM Radio 3 48 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 79 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 79 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 31 Appearance Care Aluminum Wheels 5 98 Ca...

Page 422: ...rking 2 28 System Warning Light 3 30 Brakes 5 37 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 8 Break In New Vehicle 2 15 Bulb Replacement 5 48 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 51 Front Turn Signal Parkin...

Page 423: ...re 5 97 Inside of Your Vehicle 5 93 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 96 Leather 5 95 Tires 5 99 Cleaning cont Underbody Maintenance 5 99 Washing Your Vehicle 5 97 Weatherstrips 5 96...

Page 424: ...Door Security Locks 2 8 Rear Doors 2 9 Driver Position Safety Belt 1 18 Driver Information Center DIC 3 39 DIC Controls and Displays 3 39 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 42 Driving At Night 4 28 City 4 32...

Page 425: ...ash to Pass 3 9 Flat Tire 5 71 Flat Tire Changing 5 72 Flat Tire Storing 5 88 Fluid Automatic Transmission 5 19 Manual Transmission 5 22 Power Steering 5 35 Windshield Washer 5 36 Fog Lamps 3 16 Four...

Page 426: ...gnal Parking and Daytime Running Lamps 5 50 Halogen Bulbs 5 48 High Low Beam Changer 3 9 On Reminder 3 15 Heated Seats 1 4 Heater 3 19 Highbeam On Light 3 37 Highway Hypnosis 4 35 Hill and Mountain Ro...

Page 427: ...3 31 Light cont Battery Warning 3 29 Brake System Warning 3 30 Cruise Control 3 37 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator 3 38 Highbeam On 3 37 Malfunction Indicator 3 32 Oil Pressure 3 36 Passenger Airbag...

Page 428: ...lfunction Indicator Light 3 32 Manual Lumbar Controls 1 3 Manual Seats 1 2 Manual Transmission Fluid 5 22 Operation 2 22 Manual Windows 2 11 Message DIC Warnings and Messages 3 42 Mirrors Automatic Di...

Page 429: ...Brake 2 28 Over Things That Burn 2 31 Parking Your Vehicle 2 31 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 27 Passenger Sensing System 1 72 Passing 4 12 Passlock 2 15 Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab 4 49 Po...

Page 430: ...rview Mirrors 2 34 Reclining Seatbacks 1 5 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 13 Recovery Hooks 4 43 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 50 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 3 Remote Keyless Entry System Opera...

Page 431: ...r Everyone 1 13 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 25 Safety Warnings and Symbols iii Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Seatback Latches 1 9 Seats Head Restraints 1 8 Heated Seats 1 4 Manual 1 2 Manual Lumbar 1...

Page 432: ...are Tire 5 92 Installing 5 77 Removing 5 73 Storing 5 88 Specifications Capacities 5 108 Speedometer 3 24 Starting Your Engine 2 17 Steering 4 10 Steering Wheel Tilt Wheel 3 7 Storage Areas Cupholder...

Page 433: ...rm Tire Quality Grading 5 66 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 5 68 Wheel Replacement 5 68 When It Is Time for New Tires 5 64 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 50 Towing a Trailer 4 56 Your Vehicle 4 50 Tr...

Page 434: ...nd Messages 3 42 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 68 Different Size 5 66 Replacement 5 68 Where to Put...

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