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Audio Output

Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs may be
heard through the following possible sources:

Wireless Headphones

Vehicle Speakers

Vehicle wired headphone jacks on the Rear Seat
Audio system (if equipped)

The RSE system will always transmit the audio signal
by infrared to the wireless headphones, if there is audio
available. See “Headphones” previously for more
information.

The RSE system is capable of outputting audio to the
vehicle speakers by using the radio. The RSE system
may be selected as an audio source on the radio if the
RSE system power is on. Once the RSE system is
selected as an audio source on the radio, adjust the
speaker volume on the radio, if necessary. If the RSE
system power is not on, the RSE system will not be
an available source on the radio. Refer to the radio
information for the radio that your vehicle has for more
information.

The RSE system is capable of outputting audio to the
wired headphone jacks on the rear seat audio system
(if equipped). The RSE system may be selected as an
audio source on the rear seat audio system if the RSE
system power is on. Refer to Rear Seat Audio (RSA)
on page 3-127 
for more information.

Video Screen

The video screen is located in the overhead console. To
use the video screen, push forward on the release latch
and the screen will fold down. Adjust the screen’s position
as desired. When the video screen is not in use, push it
up into its latched position.

The DVD player and display will continue to operate
when the screen is in the up or the down position. The
video screen contains the transmitters for the wireless
headphones and the remote control. If the screen is in
the closed position, the signals will not be available for
the operation of the headphones or the remote control.

Notice: Avoid directly touching the video screen,
as damage may occur. See “Cleaning the Video
Screen” later in this section for more information.

DVD Player

The DVD player is located in the overhead console. The
DVD player can be controlled by the buttons on the DVD
player and/or by the buttons on the remote control.
See “Remote Control” later in this section for more
information.

The DVD player power may be turned on when the
ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY, or when Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) is active.

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Summary of Contents for 2006 Sierra

Page 1: ...es and Indicators 3 31 Driver Information Center DIC 3 52 Audio System s 3 70 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 62 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 4 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 12 Rear Axle 5 58 Four Wheel Drive 5 59 Front Axle 5 60 Noise Control System 5 62 Bulb Replacement 5 63 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 71 Tires 5 72 A...

Page 2: ...owner can use it 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 the owner manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle If this is done it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle Pictures and words work together...

Page 3: ...ION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you do not you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Do Not Do Not do this or Do Not let this happen iii ...

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

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

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...ers 1 26 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 1 29 Safety Belt Extender 1 30 Child Restraints 1 31 Older Children 1 31 Infants and Young Children 1 33 Child Restraint Systems 1 37 Where to Put the Restraint 1 40 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 42 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 54 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position 1 56 Securing a Child Rest...

Page 8: ...t Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 1 76 Airbag Off Switch 1 78 Passenger Sensing System 1 81 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 86 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 86 Restraint System Check 1 87 Checking the Restraint Systems 1 87 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 88 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems 1 2 ...

Page 9: ...dal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving If your vehicle has a manual bucket or a split bench seat you can adjust the seat forward or rearward with the bar located under the front of the seat cushion Lift the bar to unlock the seat Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locke...

Page 10: ...arward If your vehicle has power reclining seatbacks the control is located rear of the power seat control on the outboard side of the seats Adjust the angle of the seatback by pressing the vertical control forward or rearward See Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 6 If your vehicle has manual reclining seatbacks see Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 6 Power Lumbar Your vehicle may have this feature The co...

Page 11: ...heat selected three for high two for medium and one for low To heat only the seatback press the vertical button with the heated seatback symbol An indicator light on the seatback button will be lit to designate that only the seatback is being heated Additional presses of the seatback button will cycle through the heat levels for the seatback only Press the horizontal button again to heat the whole...

Page 12: ...ocked To adjust the seatback lift the manual lever located on the outboard side of the seat Release the lever to lock the seatback in the desired position Lift the lever again without pushing on the seatback and the seatback will go to an upright position If your vehicle has power seats with a power recliner see Power Seats on page 1 4 for further information on how to operate the reclining seatba...

Page 13: ... not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving Head Restraints Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head This position redu...

Page 14: ...t position push the seatback rearward until it latches After returning the seatback to its upright position push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation Extended Cab Folding the Rear Seat The rear seat in the extended cab can be folded up to provide more cargo space To fold the seat up do the following 1 Push down on the front of the seat cushion while pul...

Page 15: ...ed and folded for added cargo space Make sure that nothing is under or in front of the seat and that the head restraints are completely lowered To flip and fold the seat do the following 1 Pull up on the strap loop at the rear of the seat cushion Then pull the seat cushion up and flip it forward 2 After folding the seat cushion fully forward pull the seatback forward until it is flat If the seatba...

Page 16: ...3 Lower the seat cushion until it latches into position Pull up on the cushion to make sure it is locked into place 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 raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed ...

Page 17: ...hicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might 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 of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed...

Page 18: ...ashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work ...

Page 19: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 1 13 ...

Page 20: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 14 ...

Page 21: ...upside 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 safety belts A Airbags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every airbag system ev...

Page 22: ... to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 1 31 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 33 Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you will want to ...

Page 23: ...Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 30 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shou...

Page 24: ...under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor 1 18 ...

Page 25: ...oo loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 19 ...

Page 26: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 20 ...

Page 27: ...ured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 21 ...

Page 28: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 22 ...

Page 29: ... 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 work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 23 ...

Page 30: ...t women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in ...

Page 31: ... all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature which may turn off the passenger s frontal airbag If this happens unintentionally just let the belt go back all the way and start again Center Front Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has a front bench seat someone can sit in the center position When you sit in the center front seating position you have a lap safety belt whi...

Page 32: ...le is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Rear Seat Passengers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who are not safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And the...

Page 33: ... the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 30 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be a...

Page 34: ...l injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase in...

Page 35: ...ions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger in the rear seat Here is how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Remove the guide from its storage clip on the interior body 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The guide must be...

Page 36: ... together so that you can take them out of the guides Slide the guide onto the storage clip Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an extender It is free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid perso...

Page 37: ...t should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled u...

Page 38: ...so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides on page 1 29 If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on t...

Page 39: ...child s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained whil...

Page 40: ...oes not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint 1 34 ...

Page 41: ...stem is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also wheth...

Page 42: ...ak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older chil...

Page 43: ... or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint 1 37 ...

Page 44: ...ces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 38 ...

Page 45: ...nstructions 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 or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Make sure the child restraint is properly installed in the vehicle using the vehicle s safety belt or LATCH system f...

Page 46: ...attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side CAUTION A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Make sure the child is properly secured following the instructions that came with that restraint...

Page 47: ...he passenger s frontal airbag under certain conditions no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off General Motors CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued recommends that rear facing child restraints be transported in vehicles with a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint whenever poss...

Page 48: ...dden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH Your vehicle has the LATCH system The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle...

Page 49: ...ch LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments B Top Tether Anchor A top tether A C anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle The top tether attachment B on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restrain...

Page 50: ...ve a top tether one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors Do not install a child restraint in the center seat position See Securing a Child Rest...

Page 51: ...have exposed metal lower anchors located in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion For extended cab models the rear outboard seating positions have exposed metal lower anchors located in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion For regular and crew cab models there is an anchor symbol on the trim covers to assist you in locating the top tether anchors Crew Cab 1 45 ...

Page 52: ...ther anchor is located under a trim covers on the back panel behind the passenger seat Remove the trim plug to access the anchor For extended cab models the top tether anchors are located near the top of the seatback for each rear seating position In addition to the top tether anchors each seating position has a fabric loop at the top of the seatback that you will use to route the top tether throu...

Page 53: ...on if your vehicle has rear seats if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached There is no place to attach the top tether in this position Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat See Where to Put the Restrai...

Page 54: ... restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual CAUTION Each top tether anchor except the center top tether anchor in an extended cab model and lower anchors in the vehicle are designed to hold only one child restraint Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even br...

Page 55: ... tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using has an adj...

Page 56: ...straint with the top tether and the safety belts Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 1 3 Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors 2 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether b...

Page 57: ...2 3 When using a child restraint with a top tether in the rear center position route the top tether through the fabric loop Then raise the head restraint on the passenger side and attach the top tether to the metal anchor point located at the rear passenger position 2 4 Tighten the top tether when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say 3 Push and pull the child restraint in dif...

Page 58: ...t in the vehicle near the seating position that you are using 1 3 Route the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the te...

Page 59: ...ition 2 Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower anchors If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 2 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating posi...

Page 60: ...n page 1 42 If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions o...

Page 61: ...h down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 1 55 ...

Page 62: ...tached to a top tether anchor disconnect it Unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position CAUTION A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger s airbag...

Page 63: ... top tether anchor in the right front passenger s position Do not secure a child seat in this position if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be anchored See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 42 if your child restraint has a top tether You will be using the lap s...

Page 64: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 58 ...

Page 65: ...Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Regular and Extended Cab With Airbag Off Switch Your vehic...

Page 66: ...icle unless the passenger s airbag has been turned off Even though the airbag off switch is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off We recommend that rear facing child restraints be transported in vehicles with a rear seat that will accommodate a r...

Page 67: ...child restraint in the right front seat position move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Manual Seats on page 1 3 or Power Seats on page 1 4 CAUTION If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on when you have turned off the airbag it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system The right front passenger ...

Page 68: ...witch on page 1 78 If your child restraint is forward facing move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the restraint in this seat See Manual Seats on page 1 3 or Power Seats on page 1 4 If you need to use a rear facing child restraint in this seat make sure the airbag is off once the child restraint has been installed When the airbag off switch has turned off the right front passenge...

Page 69: ...e shoulder belt to tighten the lap belt portion and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt You should not be able to pull more of the belt out of the retractor once the lock has been set 1 63 ...

Page 70: ...dult or larger child passenger If you had turned the airbag off with the switch remember to be sure to use the airbag off switch to turn on the right front passenger s airbag when you remove the child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger airbag risk group See Airbag Off Switch on page 1 78 CAUTION If the right front passenger s airbag is...

Page 71: ...e of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations your vehicle has a passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag when an infant in a rear facing infant seat or a small child in a forward facing child restraint or booster seat is detected See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 81 and Passenger Airbag Status Indic...

Page 72: ...turned off We recommend that rear facing child restraints be secured in the rear seat even if the airbag is off Never put a child in a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat the unless passenger airbag status indicator shows off Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat unless the airbag is off Here is why CAUTION A child in a rear facing chil...

Page 73: ...ildren LATCH on page 1 42 if the child restraint has a top tether You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Your vehicle has a right front passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 81 Ge...

Page 74: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 68 ...

Page 75: ...n the inside rearview mirror will be lit and stay lit when the key is turned to RUN or START If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit turn the vehicle off Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s sea...

Page 76: ...ur safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Airbags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts Airbags are CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued designed to work with safety belts but do not replace them Airbags are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate i...

Page 77: ...ntaining control of the vehicle CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child res...

Page 78: ...he airbag 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 35 for more information Where Are the Airbags The driver s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 72 ...

Page 79: ...an airbag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating 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 hub or on or near any other airbag covering 1 73 ...

Page 80: ...n object that deforms the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits an object that does not deform If the vehicle hits a narrow object like a pole the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a wide object like a wall If the vehicle goes into an object at an angle the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehic...

Page 81: ...impact For moderate frontal impacts these airbags inflate at a level less than full deployment For more severe frontal impacts full deployment occurs If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that does not move or deform the threshold level for the reduced deployment is about 10 to 16 mph 16 to 25 km h and the threshold level for a full deployment is about 20 to 30 mph 32 to 48 km h T...

Page 82: ...any types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and many side impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those airbags Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates After an airbag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly ...

Page 83: ...tion Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an airbag inflates you will need some new parts for your airbag system If you do not get them the airbag system will not be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your ve...

Page 84: ...date a rear facing infant seat or the infant has a medical condition which according to the infant s physician makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition Child age 1 to 12 A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because my vehicle has no rear seat although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat s whenever...

Page 85: ...e airbag and allowing the passenger even if belted to hit the dashboard or windshield in a crash CAUTION If the right front passenger s airbag is turned off for a person who is not in a risk group identified by the national government that person will not have the extra protection of an airbag In a crash the airbag will not be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Do not turn o...

Page 86: ... airbag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the airbag it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system The right front passenger s airbag could inflate even though the switch is off If your vehicle is a regular cab pickup or an extended cab pickup and this ever happens do not let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger airbag ris...

Page 87: ...e rearview mirror during the system check When the system check is complete either the word ON or the word OFF or the symbol for on or the symbol for off will be visible See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3 37 If your rearview mirror does not have either of the indicators pictured below then your vehicle does not have the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system will turn o...

Page 88: ... airbag is off Your vehicle may have 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 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 the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint woul...

Page 89: ...estraint no system is fail safe and no one can 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 in vehicles with a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint whenever possible If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint...

Page 90: ...indicator is still lit secure the child in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle if one is available and check with your dealer The passenger sensing system is designed to enable may inflate the right front passenger s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger s seat When the passenger sensing system h...

Page 91: ...for more on this including important safety information Aftermarket equipment such as seat covers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates You may want to consider not using seat covers or other aftermarket equipment if your vehicle has the passenger sensing system See Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 86 for more information about modifications that can a...

Page 92: ...obably part of the airbag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle Q Is there anything I might add to the front of the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change your ...

Page 93: ...are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that m...

Page 94: ...ter a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired ...

Page 95: ... 2 19 Content Theft Deterrent 2 19 Passlock 2 21 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 21 New Vehicle Break In 2 21 Ignition Positions 2 22 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 23 Starting the Engine 2 23 Engine Coolant Heater 2 25 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 26 Tow Haul Mode 2 31 Manual Transmission Operation 2 34 Four Wheel Drive 2 38 Parking Brake 2 52 Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transmissi...

Page 96: ... 2 68 Outside West Coast Type Mirrors 2 70 Outside Power Mirrors 2 70 Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors 2 71 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror 2 71 Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors 2 72 Outside Convex Mirror 2 72 Outside Heated Mirrors 2 72 OnStar System 2 73 Universal Home Remote System 2 75 Universal Home RemoteSystem Operation 2 76 Storage Areas 2 79 Glove Box 2 79 Cupholder s 2 79 Coinholder s 2 7...

Page 97: ...h 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 leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 3 ...

Page 98: ...r more information Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped the remote keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any interference receive...

Page 99: ...ecessary See Battery Replacement and Resynchronization under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 5 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation You can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet 1 m up to 100 feet 30 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle K Unlock Pres...

Page 100: ...stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmit...

Page 101: ...mation 5 Check the operation of the transmitter Resynchronization Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver The receiver will not respond to a signal that has been sent previously This prevents anyone from recording and playing back the signal from the transmitter To resynchronize your trans...

Page 102: ...o get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your...

Page 103: ...ck switch press the bottom of the switch on either front door to lock all the doors at once Press the top of the switch to unlock all the doors at once The power door locks will operate at any time even when the ignition is off The power door locks will also automatically lock when the vehicle is out of PARK P or for manual transmission when the vehicle reaches 8 mph 24 km h Operating the power lo...

Page 104: ...ss entry transmitter This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition You can also program this feature using the DIC See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3 64 Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle may be equipped with an automatic lock unlock feature which enables you to program your vehicle s power door locks You can program this feature through the Driver Information Center...

Page 105: ...ds the locks will automatically lock and unlock and the horn will chirp twice to indicate that you have left the program mode If this occurs you can repeat the procedure beginning with Step 1 to re enter the programming mode You can exit the program mode any time by turning the ignition to RUN the doors will automatically lock and unlock and the horn will chirp twice to indicate that you are leavi...

Page 106: ...ock switch once You will hear one two three or four chimes The number of chimes tells you which unlock mode is currently selected Continue to press the door unlock switch until the number of chimes that you hear matches the number of the mode that you want If you take longer than 30 seconds the locks will automatically lock and unlock and the horn will chirp twice to indicate that you have left th...

Page 107: ...ver rearward 4 Close the door 5 Do the same thing to the other rear door The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use If you want to open the rear door while the security lock is engaged unlock the door and open the door from the outside Lockout Protection This feature protects you from locking your key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition a...

Page 108: ...front door must be opened first Then use the handle located on the inside of the rear access door to open it Crew Cabs If your vehicle is a crew cab you can open your doors from the inside or outside Your vehicle may also have a feature which prevents children from opening the rear doors See Rear Door Security Locks Crew Cab on page 2 13 for more information Tailgate You can open the tailgate by l...

Page 109: ... To remove the tailgate do the following 1 Raise the tailgate slightly and release both retaining cable clips To release the retaining cable clips lift the cable so it points straight out and push the cable clip forward 2 With the tailgate at a slight upward angle pull back on the tailgate at the right edge and then move the tailgate to the right to release the left edge Reverse the above procedur...

Page 110: ...n be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather Manual Windows Turn the hand crank on each door to manually raise or lower the manual windows 2 16 ...

Page 111: ...ows the windows to be lowered without holding the switch Press down fully on the window switch then release to activate the express down mode The express down mode can be canceled at any time by pulling up on the switch To open the window partway press the switch to the first depression position until the window is at the desired position Window Lockout o Window Lockout If you have power windows o...

Page 112: ...open position Sliding Rear Window If your vehicle has this feature squeeze the latch in the center of the window and slide the glass to open it When you close the window be sure the latch is engaged The sliding rear window does not have rear defogger Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down to block glare Swing the sun visor to the side to cover the side window The passenger s side sun visor may have a ...

Page 113: ...ss entry transmitter is pressed but a door is open you may hear three chimes indicating delayed locking is enabled See Delayed Locking on page 2 10 for additional information Close the door and the content theft deterrent system will be activated If a locked door is opened without using the remote keyless entry transmitter or OnStar if equipped with an active subscription the alarm will go off You...

Page 114: ...e keyless entry transmitter or by placing the key in the ignition and turning it to START Testing the Alarm The alarm can be tested by following these steps 1 From inside the vehicle activate the system by locking the doors with the remote keyless entry transmitter 2 Wait for the security light to go out 3 Unlock the door with the manual door lock and open the door This should set off the alarm 4 ...

Page 115: ...e your dealer for service In an emergency call the GM Roadside Assistance Center See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Keep your speed at 55 mph 88 km h or less for the first 500 miles 805 km Do not drive at...

Page 116: ...cks when equipped with a manual transmission It is a theft deterrent feature You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK B Accessory This position allows you to use things like the radio power windows and the windshield wipers when the engine is off CAUTION On manual transmission vehicles turning the key to LOCK will lock the steering column and result in a loss of...

Page 117: ... key is turned to LOCK unless a door is opened Starting the Engine Your vehicle is equipped with Starter Motor Control This feature assists in starting the engine and protects the electrical system This feature may cause the engine to crank even after the ignition key is not in START Automatic Transmission Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine will not start in any other positio...

Page 118: ...s let go of the key and let up on the accelerator pedal Wait about 15 seconds between each try 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 ignition key to START and hold it there up to 15 seconds When the engine starts let go of the key 2 If your engine still will not start or starts but then stops it could be flooded...

Page 119: ...ve a diesel engine refer to diesel supplement for location 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a h...

Page 120: ...icle has the Allison Transmission with the Power Takeoff PTO use PARK P when starting The Allison Transmission has a park pawl that is designed to hold the weight of commercial medium duty trucks Therefore the Allison Transmission uses larger parts than other automatic transmissions These larger parts may sometimes make a clunk noise when the selector lever is moved from DRIVE D or REVERSE R to PA...

Page 121: ...rive your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear two wheel high 2H or four wheel high 4H or four wheel low 4L not in NEUTRAL See Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transmission on page 2 53 REVERSE R Use this gear to back up If your vehicle has the Allison Transmission the R on the shift dis...

Page 122: ...h speed when shifting your vehicle DRIVE D This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you are Going less than about 35 mph 55 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator all the way down By doing this the vehicle shifts down to the next gear and has more power DRIVE D can be used when towing a trailer c...

Page 123: ...on vehicles with the Allison Transmission It lets drivers select the range of gears appropriate for current driving conditions If your vehicle has this feature see Range Select Mode Allison Transmission later in this section THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving however it offers more power and lower fuel economy than DRIVE D SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fu...

Page 124: ... brackets See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 52 and DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 53 for more information While using the Range Selection mode feature cruise control and the Tow Haul mode can be used Low Traction Mode Allison Transmission If your vehicle has the DURAMAX diesel engine and the Allison Transmission it is equipped with a Low Traction Mode that assists in vehicle accele...

Page 125: ...ations to protect against damage When active the DIC will display the message Trans in Warm up See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 55 for more information Tow Haul Mode If your vehicle has an automatic transmission it may have a Tow Haul mode If your vehicle has an Allison Transmission see Tow Haul Mode Allison Transmission following Tow Haul mode adjusts the transmission shift pattern to redu...

Page 126: ...nsmission If your vehicle has an Allison Transmission it may have a Tow Haul mode Tow Haul mode adjusts the transmission shift pattern to reduce shift cycling providing increased performance vehicle control and transmission cooling when towing or hauling heavy loads The selector button is located on the end of the shift lever Turn the Turn Tow Haul on and off by pressing the button When the Tow Ha...

Page 127: ...ors a vehicle s cruise state engine torque acceleration vehicle speed and the cruise set speed Using this information it detects when the truck is accelerating on a downhill grade and will automatically downshift to slow the vehicle if it exceeds the cruise set speed by a certain amount See Cruise Control on page 3 10 for more information The Tow Haul mode and Grade Braking shift modes can be acti...

Page 128: ...l as you press the accelerator pedal You can shift into SECOND 2 when you are going less than 20 mph 32 km h If you have come to a complete stop and it is hard to shift into SECOND 2 put the shift lever into NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift into SECOND 2 If you try to downshift into SECOND 2 at excessive vehicle speeds the shift lever will not move into ...

Page 129: ...ess the clutch pedal back down Then shift into FIRST 1 SECOND 2 Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND 2 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 Shift into THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 the same way you do for SECOND 2 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To st...

Page 130: ...the vehicle has come to a complete stop If the shift lever will not go into FIRST 1 put the lever in NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch pedal to fully engage the clutch Press the clutch pedal again Then shift into FIRST 1 SECOND 2 With the vehicle at a stop release the brake press the clutch pedal and shift into SECOND 2 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal With ...

Page 131: ...es always select a gear at least one position lower than you would use on climbing a grade This will allow the vehicle s engine to provide some braking and help to slow the vehicle as it goes down the grade Monitor your vehicle speed acceleration and engine rpm while applying the brakes as you go down the grade to ensure you have complete control over the vehicle If your engine speed drops below 6...

Page 132: ...as four wheel drive and is equipped with a manual transmission disregard the shift light when the transfer case is in Four Wheel Low Ignore the shift light when you downshift Four Wheel Drive If your vehicle has four wheel drive you can send your engine s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction To get the most satisfaction out of four wheel drive you must be familiar with its operation...

Page 133: ...r wheel drive and the front axle engages See Four Wheel Drive Light on page 3 50 Some delay between shifting and when the indicator light comes on is normal Recommended Transfer Case Settings Driving Conditions Transfer Case Settings 2H 4H 4L N Normal YES Severe YES Extreme YES Vehicle in Tow YES See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 62 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 62 for further informati...

Page 134: ...nsmission even if you are in gear You or someone else could be seriously injured Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL See Parking Brake on page 2 52 N Neutral Shift to this setting only when your vehicle needs to be towed See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 62 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 62 2H Two Wheel High This setting is used for driving in mos...

Page 135: ...hift into four wheel high until your vehicle has warmed up While in 4H your vehicle can be driven at any posted legal speed limit Shifting In or Out of 4L Four Wheel Low Notice Shifting the transfer case into 4L while moving at speeds faster than 3 mph 5 km h may cause premature wear to the transfer case and may cause the gears to grind To avoid causing premature wear and grinding the gears do not...

Page 136: ...nformation You can choose among four driving settings Notice Driving on clean dry pavement in Four Wheel Drive High or Four Wheel Drive Low for an extended period of time may cause premature wear on your vehicle s powertrain Do not drive on clean dry pavement in Four Wheel Drive High or Four Wheel Drive Low for extended periods of time AUTO 4WD Automatic Four Wheel Drive This setting is ideal for ...

Page 137: ...nt axle to help drive your vehicle This is the best setting to use when plowing snow 4 n Four Wheel Low This setting also engages your front axle and delivers extra torque You may never need Four Wheel Low It sends maximum power to all four wheels You might choose Four Wheel Low if you are driving off road in deep sand deep mud deep snow and while climbing or descending steep hills When operating ...

Page 138: ... h with the transmission in NEUTRAL N The preferred method for shifting into Four Wheel Low is to have your vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph 1 6 to 3 2 km h Press and release the Four Wheel Low switch You must wait for the Four Wheel Low indicator light to stop flashing and remain on before shifting your transmission in gear Notice Shifting the transmission into gear before the Four Wheel Low indicator l...

Page 139: ...een Four Wheel Low and Four Wheel High ranges or from NEUTRAL with the engine running If the four wheel high AUTO 4WD or Two Wheel High switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and or moving the Four Wheel High AUTO 4WD or Two Wheel High indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but will not complete the shift unless your vehicle is moving less than 3 mph 5 km h and the transmission is in NE...

Page 140: ...t position Two Wheel High Four Wheel High AUTO 4WD or Four Wheel Low 5 After the transfer case has shifted out of NEUTRAL the red light will go out 6 Release the parking brake 7 You may start the engine and shift the transmission to the desired position Excessively shifting the transfer case into or out of the different modes may cause the transfer case to enter the shift protection mode This will...

Page 141: ...n two wheel drive CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P You or someone else could be seriously injured Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL See Parking Brake on page 2 52 N NEUTRAL Shift the vehicle s transfer case to NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle See Recreational Vehicle To...

Page 142: ... vehicle was going too fast the automatic transmission was not in neutral or the clutch pedal was not fully pressed Slow flashing means the shift is in progress It will stay on when the shift is completed If for some reason the transfer cannot make a requested shift it will return to the last chosen setting Shifting from Two Wheel High to Four Wheel High Press and release the Four Wheel High switc...

Page 143: ...our wheel low is to have your vehicle moving 3 mph 5 km h Press and release the Four Wheel Low switch You must wait for the four wheel low indicator light to stop flashing and stay on before shifting your transmission into gear or releasing the clutch pedal Notice Shifting the transmission into gear before the Four Wheel Low indicator light has stopped flashing could damage the transfer case To he...

Page 144: ...leasing the clutch pedal If the Four Wheel High switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and or moving the Four Wheel High indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but will not complete the shift unless the vehicle is moving slower than 3 mph 5 km h and the transmission is in NEUTRAL N Shifting into NEUTRAL CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if...

Page 145: ...gnition to LOCK Shifting Out of NEUTRAL To shift out of NEUTRAL 1 Set the parking brake and press and hold the regular brake pedal 2 Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL N for an automatic transmission or press the clutch pedal for vehicles equipped with a manual transmission Then turn the ignition to RUN with the engine off 3 Press the button for the desired transfer case shift position Two Wheel Hi...

Page 146: ...e pedal down Pull the bottom edge of the lever located above the parking brake pedal with the parking brake symbol to release the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released the brake system warning light will go off Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that the parking brak...

Page 147: ...ur vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 67 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into the PARK P position by pulling the shift lever toward you and moving it up as far as it will go 3 If ...

Page 148: ...er into PARK P hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock Automatic Transmission If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the par...

Page 149: ...n Transmission uses larger parts than other automatic transmissions These larger parts may sometimes make a clunk noise when the selector lever is moved from DRIVE D or REVERSE R to PARK P This is normal and there is no damage occurring during these shifts If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way up into PARK P as you maintain brake ap...

Page 150: ...our vehicle move the shift lever into REVERSE R and firmly apply the parking brake Once the shift lever has been placed into REVERSE R with the clutch pedal pressed in you can turn the ignition key to LOCK press the key release button remove the key and release the clutch If you are parking on a hill or if you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 67 Parking Over Things That Burn CA...

Page 151: ... vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO...

Page 152: ...an come in easily NEVER park in a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 42 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have l...

Page 153: ...e vehicle will be less intense Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar and Compass Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror with a compass and the OnStar system There are three additional buttons for the OnStar system See your dealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar See OnStar System on page 2 73 for more information about the services OnSta...

Page 154: ...ight upon leaving the factory It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight Under certain circumstances such as during a long distance cross country trip it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance do the follow...

Page 155: ...ar left briefly to turn the compass temperature display on or off If the display reads CAL you will need to calibrate the compass For more information on calibration see below To adjust between Fahrenheit and Celsius do the following 1 Press and hold the on off button for approximately four seconds until either a flashing F or C appears 2 Press the button again to change the display to the desired...

Page 156: ...green indicator light turns off Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside of zone eight Under certain circumstances as during a long distance cross country trip it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance Compass variance is the difference between earth s magnet...

Page 157: ...te CAL must be displayed in the mirror compass windows If CAL is not displayed push the on off button for approximately 12 seconds or until CAL is displayed The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction Passenger Airbag Indicator The vehicle may be equipped with a passenger airbag indicator on the mirror glass just above...

Page 158: ...NE is displayed for north east Compass Calibration Press and hold the on off button down for nine seconds to activate the compass calibration mode CAL will be displayed in the compass window on the mirror The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction Compass Variance Compass variance is the difference between earth s mag...

Page 159: ...ror also includes a display in the upper right corner of the mirror face The compass reading and the outside temperature will both appear in the display at the same time The dual display can be turned on or off by briefly pressing either the TEMP or the COMP button Temperature Display The temperature can be displayed by pressing the TEMP button Pressing the TEMP button once briefly will toggle the...

Page 160: ...or will display the compass heading Compass Calibration The compass may need calibration if one of the following occurs If CAL is displayed while driving in the vehicle After approximately five seconds the display does not show a compass heading N for North for example there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass Such interference may be caused by a magnetic antenna mount magn...

Page 161: ...ween earth s magnetic north and true geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press and hold the COMP button for five seconds until a zone number appears in the display 3 Press the COMP button on the bottom of the mirror unt...

Page 162: ...s cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Outside Manual Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle and have a clear view of objects behind you The mirrors can be folded in to enter narrow areas The use of hood mounted air deflectors and add on convex mirror attachments may adversely affect mirror perform...

Page 163: ... the lower portion of the mirror is a convex mirror A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat If your vehicle is equipped with this trailer towing type mirror they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of the objects behind you Pull out the mirror head to extend it for better visibility when towing a trailer These mirrors can also be manually folded in O...

Page 164: ...tside Power Mirrors If your vehicle is equipped with power outside mirrors the controls are located on the driver s door armrest Move the selector switch located above the control pad to the left or right to choose the mirror you want to adjust then press the dots located on the four way control pad to adjust the mirror The mirrors can be manually folded inward to prevent damage when going through...

Page 165: ...ill reposition itself once the mirrors are unfolded If the mirrors are accidentally folded unfolded manually they may shake or flutter at normal driving speeds and may not stay in the unfolded position If this happens you will need to reset the mirrors See Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors next Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors You will need to reset the power foldaway mirrors if the followi...

Page 166: ... Information Center DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 52 for more information Outside Convex Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on...

Page 167: ...are included in the vehicle s glove box literature For more information visit www onstar com or www onstar ca Contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or press the OnStar button to speak to an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day 7 days a week Terms and conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be found at www onstar com or www onstar ca OnStar Services For new vehicles equipped with On...

Page 168: ...1 888 466 7827 OnStar Virtual Advisor Your vehicle may have Virtual Advisor It is a feature of OnStar Personal Calling that uses minutes to access weather local traffic reports and stock quotes By pressing the phone button and giving a few simple voice commands you can browse through the various topics Customize your information profile at www myonstar com See the OnStar User s Guide for more info...

Page 169: ... subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference re...

Page 170: ...s advised to park outside of the garage It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your hand held transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequency signal Programming Universal Home Remote Follow these steps to program up to three channels 1 Press and hold down the two outside Universal Home Remote buttons releasing only when the Universal Home Remote indicato...

Page 171: ...er motor head unit Locate the Learn or Smart button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor head unit 7 Firmly press and release the Learn or Smart button The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer You will have 30 seconds to start Step 8 8 Return to the vehicle Firmly press and hold the programmed Universal Home Remote button for two second...

Page 172: ...rsal Home Remote The Universal Home Remote indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 4 under Programming Universal Home Remote to complete Using Universal Home Remote Press and hold the appropriate Universal Home Remote button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing Universal Home Remote Button...

Page 173: ...he fold down armrest Coinholder s Your vehicle may have a coin holder inside the center console storage area Front Storage Area Your vehicle may have a center armrest storage compartment in the front bench seat To open it fold down the armrest and press the latch handle located at the front of the armrest Then let the lid pop up and swing open The storage compartment may have a cassette compact di...

Page 174: ...e the cover 1 To remove unsnap the cover Roll it up and stow it using the buckle and the strap located at the front of the box A Back rail B Side rail C Rear bow D Center bow E Front bow F Front rail 2 Remove the tonneau cover from the notch in the front rail on the driver s side of the vehicle 2 80 ...

Page 175: ...led front center rear to remind you of the order in which to reinstall them 4 To add cargo to the box remove all bows and the back rail and stow them safely To clean the tonneau cover use mild soap and water If necessary use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt trapped in the grain of the material 2 81 ...

Page 176: ...has a roller sunscreen that can be used to block the rays of the sun The roller sunscreen can be manually operated with the sunroof in an open or closed position To open the sunscreen press up to unlatch it and roll it back To close pull it forward and latch it to the close position If the battery has been recharged disconnected or not working the sunroof may need to be reprogrammed To do this sta...

Page 177: ...ds A double chime will sound to let you know that the position has been stored To repeat the procedure for a second driver follow the preceding steps but press the other numbered memory control button To recall a memory position do one of the following If you have an automatic transmission press and release the desired button 1 or 2 while the vehicle is in PARK P A single chime will sound and the ...

Page 178: ... control for three seconds A double chime will sound to let you know that the position has been stored for the selected button 1 or 2 To repeat the procedure for a second driver follow the preceding steps but press the other numbered memory control button To use the seat exit position do one of the following If you have an automatic transmission press and release the exit button on the memory cont...

Page 179: ...Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 3 20 Climate Controls 3 21 Climate Control System 3 21 Dual Climate Control System 3 22 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 3 25 Outlet Adjustment 3 30 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 31 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 32 Speedometer and Odometer 3 33 Trip Odometer 3 33 Tachometer 3 34 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 34 Airbag Readiness Light 3 35 Airbag Off Light 3...

Page 180: ...DS 3 71 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS 3 71 AM FM Radio 3 72 Radio with CD 3 75 Radio with Cassette and CD 3 85 Radio with Six Disc CD 3 100 Rear Seat Entertainment System 3 115 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 127 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 129 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 129 Radio Reception 3 130 Care of the Cassette Tape Player 3 131 Care of Your CDs and DVDs 3 132 Care of the ...

Page 181: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Page 182: ...Instrument Panel Overview Automatic Transmission Version shown Manual Transmission Version similar 3 4 ...

Page 183: ... K Climate Control System See Climate Control System on page 3 21 Dual Climate Control System on page 3 22 and Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 3 25 L Instrument Panel Fuse Block Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 5 124 M Cargo Lamp Button See Cargo Lamp on page 3 19 N Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 13 O Steering Wheel Control Buttons If Equipped See Driver Information Cente...

Page 184: ... and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Horn To sound the horn press the center pad on the steering wheel Tilt Wheel If your vehicle is equipped with a tilt wheel it will...

Page 185: ...ld Wipers See Windshield Wipers on page 3 9 L Windshield Washer See Windshield Washer on page 3 10 I Cruise Control See Cruise Control on page 3 10 For information on the headlamps see Headlamps on page 3 14 Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward for right and two downward for left positions These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the ...

Page 186: ...reakers on page 5 123 Turn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left on for more than 3 4 of a mile 1 2 km a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal and the message TURN SIGNAL ON will also appear in the DIC To turn the chime and message off move the turn signal lever to the off position Headlamp High Low Beam Changer 53 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low t...

Page 187: ... Blade Replacement on page 5 71 Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools down Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it 8 Mist For a single wiping cycle turn the band to mist Hold it there until the wipers start Then let go The wipers will stop after one ...

Page 188: ...rm ice on the windshield blocking your vision Cruise Control 9 Off This position turns the system off If your vehicle is equipped with an Allison automatic transmission see Grade Braking and Cruise Grade Braking Allison Transmission under Tow Haul Mode on page 2 31 for an explanation of how cruise control interacts with the tap up down gear selection tow haul and grade braking systems R On This po...

Page 189: ...h roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch off until you want ...

Page 190: ...to go faster don t hold the switch at resume accelerate Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed Press the set button at the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed If the accelerator pedal is held longer than 60 seconds cruise control ...

Page 191: ... speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may want to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Contro...

Page 192: ...ense Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Roof Marker Lamps If Equipped 5 Headlamps Turning the control to this position turns on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights You can switch your headlamps from high to low beam by pushing the turn signal high beam lever towards the instrument panel A circuit breaker protects your headlamps If you have an electrical overload you...

Page 193: ...the transmission into PARK P will allow you to idle the vehicle with the DRL off The DRL will stay off until you shift the transmission out of PARK P This procedure applies only to vehicles first sold in the United States Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside your automatic headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the ta...

Page 194: ...r vehicle in a dark garage the automatic headlamp system will come on immediately Once you leave the garage it will take approximately one minute for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is bright enough outside During that delay your instrument panel cluster may not be as bright as usual Make sure your instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position See Instrume...

Page 195: ...n when the fog lamps are on Remember fog lamps alone will not give off as much light as your headlamps Never use your fog lamps in the dark without turning on your headlamps The fog lamps will go off whenever your high beam headlamps come on When the high beams go off the fog lamps will come on again The fog lamps will be cancelled after the ignition is turned off If you still want to use the fog ...

Page 196: ...her information see Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment on page 4 54 Instrument Panel Brightness D Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights The thumbwheel for this feature is located next to the headlamp control Turn the thumbwheel up to adjust the instrument panel lights Turn the thumbwheel up to return the radio display to full brightnes...

Page 197: ... pressed in the lamps will not come on Exit Lighting With exit lighting the interior lamps will come on when you remove the key from the ignition The lights will not come on if the dome override button is pressed in Front Reading Lamps The reading lamps are located on the overhead console To turn on the reading lamps press the button located next to each lamp To turn them off press the button agai...

Page 198: ...follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment Notice Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may be equipped with a front ashtray located near the cent...

Page 199: ...unterclockwise toward the blue area for cooler air Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery H Vent This setting directs the air through the instrument panel outlets Bi Level Air is delivered through the floor outlets as well as the instrument panel outlets The flow can be divided between vent and floor outlets depending upon where the knob is...

Page 200: ...e mode knob The temperature can also be adjusted using the temperature levers Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to direct the airflow inside of your vehicle Mode Control To change the current mode select one of the following H Vent This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level This mode directs half of the air to the instrument panel outlets then directs most of th...

Page 201: ...r on the right side of the climate control panel is used to raise or lower the temperature on the passenger s side of the vehicle Air Conditioning Press this button to turn the air conditioning system on or off When the button is pressed an indicator light will come on and the system will begin to cool and dehumidify the air inside of your vehicle You may notice a slight change in engine performan...

Page 202: ...ctivate the heated outside rearview mirrors if equipped Rear Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off An indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is activated This button will also activate the heated mirrors if equipped The rear window defogger will automatically turn off several minutes after the button is pressed Pressing the b...

Page 203: ...decreasing or increasing and an arrow pointing to the driver will be displayed under and to the left of the temperature setting Passenger s Side Temperature Knob The passenger s side knob can be used to change the temperature of the air coming through the system on the passenger s side of the vehicle The temperature can be adjusted even if the system is turned off This is possible since outside ai...

Page 204: ...e the air inlet may automatically switch to recirculate inside air to help quickly cool down your vehicle The light on the button will illuminate in recirculation 2 Set the driver s and passenger s temperature To find your comfort setting start with a 74 F 23 C temperature setting and allow about 20 minutes for the system to regulate Turn the driver s or passenger s side temperature knob to adjust...

Page 205: ...show the current status of the system When the system is turned off the display will go blank after displaying the current status of the system H Panel This setting will deliver air to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level This setting will deliver warmer air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets 6 Floor This setting will deliver air to the floor outlets Defog See Defogging a...

Page 206: ...n air delivery mode the display will change to show you the selected air delivery mode After ten seconds the display will change to show the driver temperature setting and the selected mode If you press the up or down arrows on the fan switch the display will change to show the selected fan speed After ten seconds the display will change to show the driver temperature setting and the selected mode...

Page 207: ...es the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best On cool but sunny days while using manual operation of the automatic system use bi level to deliver warm air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets To warm or cool the air delivered turn the temperature knob to the desired setting In AUTO mode the system wi...

Page 208: ...ce Do not use a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window Do not adhere anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass These actions may damage the rear defogger Repairs would not be covered by your warranty Outlet Adjustment Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of your instrument panel to direct the airflow Operation Tips Keep the hood and front air i...

Page 209: ...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 functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there is a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages ...

Page 210: ... vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going about how much fuel you have and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically United States Heavy Duty Automatic Transmission version shown Canada Light Duty Automatic and Manual Transmission Clusters similar 3 32 ...

Page 211: ... meter will be displayed for up to 30 seconds or until the ignition is turned on See DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 53 for more information Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero Press the reset button located on the instrument panel cluster next to the trip odometer display to toggle between the trip odo...

Page 212: ...s turned to RUN or START a chime will be provided for several seconds to remind people to buckle their safety belts The driver safety belt light will also be provided and stay on for several seconds then it will flash for several more You should buckle your seat belt This chime and light will be repeated if the driver remains unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion See DIC Warnings and Messages on ...

Page 213: ...stic module For more information on the airbag system see Airbag System on page 1 70 This light will come on when you start your vehicle and it will flash for a few seconds This means the system is ready If the airbag readiness 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 Airbag Off Light ...

Page 214: ...bag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the airbag it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system The right front passenger s airbag could inflate even though the switch is off If your vehicle is a regular cab pickup and this ever happens do not let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger airbag risk group sit in the right front...

Page 215: ...ays 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 system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is failsafe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstanc...

Page 216: ...tal 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 passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger s frontal airbag A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the bac...

Page 217: ...8 for more on this including important safety information If after several seconds all status indicator lights remain on or if there are no lights at all there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system See your dealer for service CAUTION If the airbag off indicator and the airbag readiness light ever come on together it means that something may be wrong with the airbag syste...

Page 218: ...n your battery If you must drive a short distance with this light displayed it helps to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and the air conditioner Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not running but the ignition is in RUN this gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts When the engine is running the gage shows the condition of the charging system The gage may transition from...

Page 219: ...anual transmissions The shift indicator light will show you when to shift to the next highest gear and will help you get the best fuel economy Brake System Warning Light With the ignition on the brake system warning light will flash when you set the parking brake The light will flash if the parking brake doesn t release fully If you try to drive with the parking brake engaged a chime will sound wh...

Page 220: ... anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If the light stays on or comes on when you re driving your vehicle needs service You will also hear a chime sound when the light is on steady If the regular brake system war...

Page 221: ...ice When this light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle is working During a majority of the operation the gage will read 210 F 100 C or less If you are pulling a load or going up hills it is normal for the temperature to fluctu...

Page 222: ... 125 C the driver information center will display a TRANSMISSION HOT message and the transmission will enter a transmission protection mode When the transmission enters the protection mode you may notice a change in the transmission shifting patterns The transmission will return to normal shifting patterns when the transmission fluid temperature falls below 260 F 120 C See Driver Information Cente...

Page 223: ... temperature gage above normal operating range you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered by your warranty Do not drive your vehicle while the transmission temperature gage reading is above normal See your dealer for service The following situations can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures Towing a trailer Hot outside air tempera...

Page 224: ...ly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not ...

Page 225: ... installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Have you recently cha...

Page 226: ...as run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness your GM dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection Oil Pressure Gage The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi po...

Page 227: ...covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil Security Light This light flashes when the vehicle security system is activated Cruise Control Light This light comes on whenever you set your cruise control The light will go out when the cruise control is turned off See Cruise Control on page 3 10 for more information Highbeam On Light This lig...

Page 228: ...ween shifting and the indicator s lighting is normal See Four Wheel Drive on page 2 38 for more information Tow Haul Mode Light This light is displayed when the Tow Haul mode has been activated For more information see Tow Haul Mode on page 2 31 Cargo Lamp Light This light will come on when the cargo lamp is in use For more information see Cargo Lamp on page 3 19 3 50 ...

Page 229: ... station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage goes back to empty when you turn off the ignition If you have a diesel engine see Fuel Gage in the Die...

Page 230: ...e has an Allison Transmission and the shift lever is in the MANUAL MODE M position the DIC will display the current gear range The DIC will also display the gear range as it is shifted up or down For example if the gear range is currently set to 6 the DIC will display 6 5 4 3 2 1 When the gear range is shifted down one time the DIC will display 6 5 4 3 2 1 See Automatic Transmission Operation on p...

Page 231: ...trip information button until TRIP B appears on the display This mode shows the current distance traveled since the last reset for TRIP B in either miles or kilometers To reset TRIP A or TRIP B information press and hold the select button for one second while in one of the trip modes This will reset the information for TRIP A or TRIP B You can also reset TRIP A or TRIP B while they are displayed b...

Page 232: ...l level is low The fuel economy data used to determine fuel range is an average of recent driving conditions As your driving conditions change this data is gradually updated Fuel range cannot be reset Fuel Used Press the fuel information button until FUEL USED appears on the display This mode shows the number of gallons or liters of fuel used since the last reset of this menu item To reset the fue...

Page 233: ...messages are displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed by the driver to correct the condition If there is more than one message that needs to be displayed they will appear one after another Some messages may not require immediate action but you should press any of the four DIC buttons on the ste...

Page 234: ...and the passenger airbag is enabled If the passenger s seat belt is already buckled this message and chime will not come on Pressing any of the four DIC buttons will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display If your vehicle does not have the four DIC buttons pressing the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display BUCKLE SEATBELT If your ...

Page 235: ...EVEL If your vehicle has an oil level sensor and the oil level in the vehicle is low this message will appear on the DIC Check the oil level and correct it as necessary You may need to let the vehicle cool or warm up and cycle the ignition to be sure this message will clear Once the problem is corrected pressing any of the four DIC buttons will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC dis...

Page 236: ...e temperature This message will clear when the coolant temperature drops to safe operating temperature ENGINE OVERHEATED Notice If you drive your vehicle while the engine is overheating severe engine damage may occur If an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and or DIC stop the vehicle as soon as possible Do not increase the engine speed above normal idling speed See Engine Ov...

Page 237: ...s not have the four DIC buttons pressing the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display LOW COOLANT LEVEL Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency If your vehicle has a low coolant l...

Page 238: ... If your vehicle does not have the four DIC buttons pressing the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display RANGE SHIFT INHIBITED Allison Transmission Only If the transmission is unable to shift into a selected gear this message will appear on the DIC The electronic shift position indicator on the instrument panel cluster may blink when this occurs To m...

Page 239: ... DIC buttons pressing the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display SERVICE BRAKE BOOSTER CAUTION Your brake system may not be working properly if the SERVICE BRAKE BOOSTER message is displayed If the brake system warning light is also on you should have the vehicle towed for service See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 41 If the brake system warni...

Page 240: ...e four DIC buttons will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display If your vehicle does not have the four DIC buttons pressing the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display TIGHTEN FUEL CAP If the vehicle s fuel cap is not tightened properly this message may appear along with the check engine light on the instrument panel See Malfunction...

Page 241: ...emperature becomes high this message will appear on the DIC display When the transmission enters the protection mode you may notice a change in the transmission shifting patterns When the transmission fluid temperature returns to normal the display will turn off and the transmission shifting patterns will return to normal If the vehicle has the Tow Haul mode use this feature if the transmission is...

Page 242: ...on Center DIC The default settings for the customization features were set when your vehicle left the factory but may have been changed from their default state since then To change feature preferences make sure the ignition is on and the vehicle is in PARK P Press the customization button to scroll through the available customizable options After pressing the customization button VEHICLE SETTINGS...

Page 243: ...e able to program the delayed locking feature See Delayed Locking on page 2 10 for more information When locking the doors with the power lock switch or the keyless entry transmitter and a door is open the delayed locking feature will delay locking the doors until five seconds after the last door is closed Press the customization button until DOOR LOCK DELAY appears in the display To select your p...

Page 244: ...tton while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature Unlock Feedback Press the customization button until UNLOCK FEEDBACK appears in the display To select your preference for the feedback you will receive when unlocking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter press the select button while UNLOCK FEEDBACK is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button...

Page 245: ...se one of the available options and press the customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature Perimeter Lights Press the customization button until PERIMETER LIGHTS appears in the display To select your preference for perimeter lighting press the select button while PERIMETER LIGHTS is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scroll th...

Page 246: ...W OFF default Neither outside mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE R CURB VIEW PASSENGER The passenger s outside mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE R CURB VIEW DRIVER The driver s outside mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE R CURB VIEW BOTH The driver s and passenger s outside mirror will be tilted down...

Page 247: ...r particular language English will be in English Francais will be in French and Espanol will be in Spanish When you see the language that you would like release both buttons The DIC will then display the information in the language you chose You can also scroll through the different languages by pressing and holding the trip reset stem for four seconds as long as you are in the odometer mode Displ...

Page 248: ...avoid engaging in extended searching while driving Keeping your mind on the drive is important for safe driving For more information see Defensive Driving on page 4 2 Here are some ways in which you can help avoid distraction while driving While your vehicle is parked Familiarize yourself with all of its controls Familiarize yourself with its operation Set up your audio system by presetting your f...

Page 249: ...e is an initial two second delay before the clock goes into time set mode Display the time with the ignition off by pressing RCL HR or MIN Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS The radio may have a button marked with an H or HR to represent hours and an M or MN to represent minutes Press and hold the hour button until the correct hour appears on the display Press and hold the min...

Page 250: ... or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for two seconds until you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning To scan preset stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for more than four seconds until you hear tw...

Page 251: ...elease AUDIO until BAS or TRE appears on the display Then press and hold the up or the down arrow to increase or to decrease If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble To adjust bass or treble to the middle position select BAS or TRE Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep B and a zero or T and a zero will appear on the display To adjust all tone and speake...

Page 252: ...isplay To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position first end out of audio mode by pressing another button causing the radio to perform that function or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to time of day Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep CEN will appear on the display Fade may not be available if the vehicle is a regular cab m...

Page 253: ...es Display messages from radio stations 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 broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While the radio is tuned to an RDS station the station name or call le...

Page 254: ...RDS The display options are station name RDS station frequency PTY and the name of the program if available For XM if equipped press the INFO knob while in XM mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel Artist Song Title Category or PTY Channel Number Channel Name To change the default on the display press the INFO knob until you see the display...

Page 255: ...o to a preset station play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows again to stop scanning presets The radio will only scan stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band Setting Preset Stations Up to 30 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM six XM1 and six XM2 if equipped can be programed on the six numbered pushbuttons by perform...

Page 256: ...gs The radio will save separate AUTO EQ settings for each preset and source If the radio is equipped with the Bose audio system the equalization settings are either CUSTOM or TALK Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or...

Page 257: ...e listening to SCAN Scan the stations within a PTY by performing the following 1 Press the TYPE button to activate program type select mode TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the TYPE knob or press and release the TYPE button to select a PTY 3 Once the desired PTY is displayed press and hold either the TYPE or the SCAN arrows for two seconds and the radio will begin s...

Page 258: ...ers etc If the entire message is not displayed parts of the message will appear every three seconds To scroll through the message press and release the INFO button A new group of words will appear on the display after every press of the button Once the complete message has been displayed the information symbol will disappear from the display until another new message is received The last message c...

Page 259: ...pen area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer ass...

Page 260: ...e The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio eight digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate th...

Page 261: ...or scratched the CD will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs and DVDs on page 3 132 for more information If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen inst...

Page 262: ...s the right arrow to go to the start of the next track If either arrow is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD SCAN Press and hold either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep The radio will go to the next track play for 10 seconds then go on to the next track Press ei...

Page 263: ...try again There may have been a problem while burning the CD The label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem Radio with Cassette ...

Page 264: ...o provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and in Canada if available XM offers over 100 coast to coast channels including music news sports talk and children s programming XM provides digital quality audio and text inform...

Page 265: ...nding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped The display will show the selection o TUNE p Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press either the SEEK or the TYPE arrows to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there The radio will only seek stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band SCAN Press and hold either the...

Page 266: ...l BASS or TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass or treble level If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble To adjust the bass or treble to the middle position while it is displayed push and hold the AUDIO knob The radio will produce one beep and adjust the display level to the middle position To adjust all tone and speaker contro...

Page 267: ...nob when no tone or speaker control is displayed ALL CENTERED will appear on the display you will hear a beep and the display level will be adjusted to the middle position Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the TYPE button to activate program type select mode TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the TYPE knob or ...

Page 268: ...he radio may switch to stations with a stronger frequency To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds AF OFF will appear on the display The radio will not switch to other stations This function does not apply for XM Satellite Radio Service Setting Preset PTYs RDS Only These buttons have factory PTY presets Up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 can be programmed on the six...

Page 269: ...on symbol will disappear from the display until another new message is received The last message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button You can view the last message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to Radio Messages CAL ERR Calibration Error The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL ERR appears on the display it means that t...

Page 270: ...pen area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer ass...

Page 271: ...e The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio eight digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate th...

Page 272: ...or chrome tape is inserted If an error appears on the display see Cassette Tape Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous The tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous to work Press this pushbutton to go to the previous selection on the tape if the current selection has been playing for less than three seconds If pressed when the current selection ha...

Page 273: ...l continue moving forward or backward through the tape SEEK and a positive or negative number will appear on the display SCAN Press and hold either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep The radio will go to the next selection play for 10 seconds then go on to the next selection Press either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows again to s...

Page 274: ...e to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of the Cassette Tape Player on page 3 131 If the cassette tape is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good cassette If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem CD Adapter...

Page 275: ...or scratched the CD will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs and DVDs on page 3 132 for more information If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen inst...

Page 276: ...right arrow to go to the start of the next track If either arrow is pressed more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD SCAN Press and hold either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep The radio will go to the next track play for 10 seconds then go on to the next track Press either the SCAN ...

Page 277: ...our GM dealer when reporting the problem Listening to a DVD If your vehicle has the Rear Seat Entertainment RSE system and a DVD is playing the DVD symbol will appear on the radio display indicating that the DVD is available and can be listened to through your vehicle s speakers To listen to the DVD press the TAPE DISC button until RSE appears on the radio display The current radio source will sto...

Page 278: ...encies Display messages from radio stations 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 broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While the radio is tuned to an RDS station the station name or cal...

Page 279: ...he display options are station name RDS station frequency PTY and the name of the program if available For XM if equipped press the INFO knob while in XM mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel Artist Song Title Category or PTY Channel Number Channel Name To change the default on the display press the INFO knob until you see the display you ...

Page 280: ... to a preset station play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows again to stop scanning presets The radio will only scan stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band Setting Preset Stations Up to 30 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM six XM1 and six XM2 if equipped can be programed on the six numbered pushbuttons by performi...

Page 281: ...adio will save separate AUTO EQ settings for each preset and source If the radio is equipped with the Bose audio system the equalization settings are either CUSTOM or TALK Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the lef...

Page 282: ...he TYPE button then press either the TYPE or the SEEK arrows once If the PTY is not displayed go back to Step 1 5 Press either the TYPE or the SEEK arrows twice to exit program type select mode SCAN Scan the stations within a PTY by performing the following 1 Press the TYPE button to activate program type select mode P TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the TYPE knob ...

Page 283: ...or XM Satellite Radio Service Setting Preset PTYs RDS Only These pushbuttons have factory PTY presets Up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons by performing the following steps 1 Press BAND to select FM1 or FM2 2 Press the TYPE button to activate program type select mode P TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display 3 Turn the TYPE knob or p...

Page 284: ...appear from the display until another new message is received The last message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button You can view the last message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to Radio Messages CAL ERR Calibration Error The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL ERR appears on the display it means that the radio has not b...

Page 285: ...pen area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer ass...

Page 286: ... The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio eight digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate the...

Page 287: ... properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs and DVDs on page 3 132 for more information If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen instead Notice If you add any label t...

Page 288: ...s been loaded a number for each CD will appear on the display Playing a Specific Loaded CD For every CD loaded a number will appear on the display To play a specific CD first press the CD AUX button then press the numbered pushbutton that corresponds to the CD A small bar will appear under the CD number that is playing and the track number will appear on the display If an error appears on the disp...

Page 289: ...elease the button to play the passage The elapsed time of the track will appear on the display RPT Repeat With repeat one track or an entire CD can be repeated To use repeat do the following To repeat the track you are listening to press and release the RPT button RPT will appear on the display Press RPT again to turn off repeat play To repeat the CD you are listening to press and hold the RPT but...

Page 290: ...INFO Information Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing To change the default on the display track or elapsed time press the knob until you see the display you want then press and hold the knob until you hear a beep The selected display will now be the default BAND Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing The inactive CD s will remain safely inside ...

Page 291: ...song list by using the SEEK or TYPE arrows Seeking past the last saved track will return to the first saved track To delete tracks from the 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 appear on the display 3 Press either SEEK or TYPE arrow to select the desired track to be deleted 4 Press and hold the SONG LIST button ...

Page 292: ...s the SONG LIST button One beep will be heard and S LIST will be removed from the display CD Messages CHECK CD If this message appears on the display and or the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smoother the CD should play The CD is dirty scrat...

Page 293: ...r more information Rear Seat Entertainment System Your vehicle may have a DVD Rear Seat Entertainment RSE system The RSE system includes a DVD player a video display screen two sets of wireless headphones and a remote control Parental Control This button is located behind the video screen Press this button while a DVD or CD is playing to freeze the video and mute the audio The video screen will di...

Page 294: ...t store the headphones in heat or direct sunlight This could damage the headphones and repairs will not be covered by your warranty Keep the headphones stored in a cool dry place Both sets of rear seat headphones may include foam ear pads that can be replaced Foam ear pads on these headphones may become worn or damaged The headphone foam ear pads can become damaged if they are not handled or store...

Page 295: ... color coded RCA jacks and turn both the auxiliary device and the RSE system power on If the RSE system had been previously in the DVD player mode pressing the SRCE button on the faceplate or the remote control will switch the RSE system between the auxiliary device and the DVD player How to Change the Video Format when in the Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary input video format is preset to NTSC In so...

Page 296: ... source on the rear seat audio system if the RSE system power is on Refer to Rear Seat Audio RSA on page 3 127 for more information Video Screen The video screen is located in the overhead console To use the video screen push forward on the release latch and the screen will fold down Adjust the screen s position as desired When the video screen is not in use push it up into its latched position Th...

Page 297: ...adio with Six Disc CD if equipped or use XM Satellite Radio Service if equipped you will hear the audio for these sources instead of the DVD or CD that is currently playing through the RSE If an error message appears on the video screen see DVD Messages later in this section DVD Player Buttons O Power Press this button to turn the RSE system on and off The power indicator light will illuminate whe...

Page 298: ...that are highlighted in any menu Playing a Disc To play a disc gently insert the disc with the label side up into the loading slot The DVD player will continue loading the disc and the player will automatically start if the vehicle is in RUN ACCESSORY or when RAP is active If a disc is already in the player press the play pause button on the DVD player faceplate or on the remote control Some DVDs ...

Page 299: ...e signals from the remote control If the remote control does not seem to be working the batteries may need to be replaced See Battery Replacement later in this section Objects blocking the line of sight may also affect the function of the remote control Notice Storing the remote control in a hot area or in direct sunlight may damage it and the repairs will not be covered by your warranty Keep the ...

Page 300: ...he current track or chapter Press this button again to return to the previous track or chapter This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews 1 through 0 Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad provides you with the capability of direct chapter title and track number selection 10 Double Digit Entries Press this button to select chapter title and track numbers ...

Page 301: ...utton to fast forward the DVD or CD To stop fast forwarding press this button again This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews s Play Pause Press this button to start play of a DVD or CD Press this button while a DVD or CD is playing to pause it Press this button again to continue the play of the DVD or CD When the DVD is playing press the pause butt...

Page 302: ...e ignition might not be in on or accessory The parental control button might have been turned on The power indicator light will flash Disc will not play The system might be off The parental control button might have been turned on The power indicator light will flash The system might be in auxiliary mode The disc is upside down or is not compatible The picture does not fill the screen There are bl...

Page 303: ...icator light will flash Problem Recommended Action After stopping the player I push Play but sometimes the DVD starts where I left off and sometimes at the beginning If the stop button was pressed one time the DVD player will resume playing where the DVD was stopped If the stop button was pressed two times the DVD player will begin to play from the beginning of the DVD The auxiliary source is runn...

Page 304: ... The RSE is working correctly Use the wireless headphones or have the front seat passengers listen to another audio source DVD Messages The following errors may be displayed on the video screen Disc Format Error This message will be displayed if a disc is inserted upside down if the disc is not readable or if the format is not compatible with the DVD player Load Eject Error This message will be di...

Page 305: ...ar Seat Audio RSA This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to any of the sources radio cassette tapes CDs or DVDs However the rear seat passengers can only control the sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to For example rear seat passengers may listen to and control cassette tapes CDs or DVDs through the headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the fro...

Page 306: ...istening to a cassette tape When a CD is playing press the up arrow to go to the next track on the CD Press the down arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a CD PROG Program Press this button to go to the next preset radio station set on the pushbuttons on the main radio This funct...

Page 307: ... indicates that THEFTLOCK is armed With THEFTLOCK activated the radio will not operate if stolen Audio Steering Wheel Controls If your vehicle has this feature some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel They include the following g OnStar Mute If your vehicle has OnStar press this button to interact with the OnStar system See the OnStar System on page 2 73 in this manual for more in...

Page 308: ...o fast forward or reverse Q VOLR Volume Press the up or the down arrow to increase or to decrease the volume Radio Reception You may experience frequency interference and static during normal radio reception if items such as cellphone chargers vehicle convenience accessories and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet If there is interference or static unplug the it...

Page 309: ...d quality try a known good cassette to see if the tape or the tape player is at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player For best results use a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer When cleaning the ...

Page 310: ...soft lint free cloth or dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution mixed with water and clean it Make sure the wiping process starts from the center to the edge Do not touch the bottom side of a CD while handling it this could damage the surface Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of the CD and DVD Player The use of CD lens cl...

Page 311: ... radio is used to adjust the vehicle s chime level To change the volume level of the chime press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power off The volume level will change from the normal level to loud and LOUD will appear on the radio display To change back to the default or normal setting press and hold pushbutton 6 again The volume level will change from the loud level to n...

Page 312: ... NOTES 3 134 ...

Page 313: ... Wet Roads 4 33 City Driving 4 36 Freeway Driving 4 37 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 38 Highway Hypnosis 4 39 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 40 Winter Driving 4 42 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 46 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 46 Recovery Hooks 4 47 Loading Your Vehicle 4 48 Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment 4 54 Truck Camper Loading Information 4 59 Pickup Conversio...

Page 314: ...t 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 Allow enough following distance Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task makes proper defensive driving more difficult an...

Page 315: ...alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if someone plans to drive It is a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the p...

Page 316: ...rse as we have seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0 05 percent and that the effects are worse at night All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the...

Page 317: ...rinking Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road Sometimes as when you are driving on snow or ice it is easy to ask more of th...

Page 318: ...p pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking That means better braking and longer brake life If your engine ever stops while you are driving brake normally but do not pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake O...

Page 319: ...er senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard A...

Page 320: ...system operates only if it senses that one or both of the rear wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system reduces engine power to limit wheel spin The traction control system is enabled every time your vehicle is started The system will activate if it senses that any of the wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction You may hear or feel the system working...

Page 321: ...al The vehicle is driven on an extremely rough road When the vehicle leaves the rough surface slows down or stops the light will go off and TAS will turn on again This is normal A Traction Assist System Anti Lock Brake System or engine related problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service If the vehicle has been driven with the TAS system on for long periods of time or if the vehicle has...

Page 322: ... turn the system off the traction off light will come on and stay on You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again The traction off light should go off Adding non GM accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 4 for more information Manual Selectable Ride The main function of this system is to provide superior ride comfor...

Page 323: ...is setting when road conditions or personal preference demand more control This setting provides more feel or response to the road conditions FIRM Loaded Press the button to activate this setting the indicator light will be lit Use this setting to minimize trailer inputs to the vehicle or when the vehicle is fully loaded This setting is also appropriate for off road driving You can select a settin...

Page 324: ...ou do if this ever happens Ease up on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions Under less favorable conditions you will want to go slower If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter ...

Page 325: ...ave avoided the object The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy ...

Page 326: ...t is all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you are following a larger vehicle Also you will ...

Page 327: ... a little to the right Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency do not give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose ...

Page 328: ...urface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any Anti Lock Brake System ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Off Road Driving This off road guide is for vehicles that have four wheel drive Also see Braking on page 4 5 If your vehicle d...

Page 329: ... underneath the front bumper The following steps must be performed on each of the push pins to remove the air dam 1 Insert a tool into the push pin slot and pull downward until the push pin snaps loose 2 While continuing to pull downward on the push pin squeeze and turn the expandable end of the push pin with a tool until it releases from the retainer 4 17 ...

Page 330: ...he engine and may allow things like fog lamps or tow hooks on the front of your vehicle to be damaged Always be sure to replace the front bumper air dam when you are finished off road driving To reinstall the lower air dam do the following 1 Line up each push pin with its intended retainer and push the washer portion of the push pin toward the retainer until it locks into place 2 Push the flat end...

Page 331: ...iest things should be on the load floor and forward of the rear axle Put heavier items as far forward as you can Be sure the load is secured properly so driving on the off road terrain does not toss things around CAUTION Cargo on the load floor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop You or your passengers could be injured Keep cargo below the top of the seatback...

Page 332: ...haust 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 accurate maps of trails and terrain Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads It is also a good idea to travel with at least one other vehicle If something happens to one of them the other can help qu...

Page 333: ...terrain 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 sand mud snow or ice Each of these surfaces affects the steering acceleration and braking of your vehicle in different ways Depending upon the kind of surface you are on you may experience slipping sli...

Page 334: ...an 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 even a small amount of alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking See Drunken Driving on page 4 3 Driving on Off Road ...

Page 335: ...uch 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 way to find out Is the hill simply too rough Steep hills often have ruts gullies troughs and exposed rocks because they are more susceptible to the effects of erosion Driving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill...

Page 336: ...cliff or even another vehicle You could be seriously injured or killed As you near the top of a hill slow down and stay alert Q What should I do if my vehicle stalls or is about to stall and I cannot make it up the hill A If this happens there are some things you should do and there are some things you must not do First here is what you should do Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep i...

Page 337: ...g the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are some things you must not do if you stall or are about to stall when going up a hill Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into NEUTRAL N or pressing the clutch if your vehicle has a manual transmission to rev up the engine and regain forward momentum This will not work Your vehicle will roll backwa...

Page 338: ...he vehicle Leave it in some gear CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P or if you have the manual transmission even if you are in gear This is because the NEUTRAL position on the transfer case overrides the transmission You or someone else could be injured If you are going to leave your vehicle set the parking brake and sh...

Page 339: ...times CAUTION Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade This could cause loss of control and a serious accident Apply the brakes lightly when descending a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under control Q Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill A Yes These are important because if you ignore them you could lose control and ha...

Page 340: ...ll probably go across the incline of a hill If this happens you have to decide whether to try to drive across the incline Here are some things to consider A hill that can be driven straight up or down may be too steep to drive across When you go straight up or down a hill the length of the wheel base the distance from the front wheels to the rear wheels reduces the likelihood the vehicle will tumb...

Page 341: ... the trail goes across the incline does not mean you have to drive it The last vehicle to try it might have rolled over CAUTION Driving across an incline that is too steep will make your vehicle roll over You could be seriously injured or killed If you have any doubt about the steepness of the incline do not drive across it Find another route instead Q What if I am driving across an incline that i...

Page 342: ...e downhill low side of a vehicle stopped across an incline is dangerous If the vehicle rolls over you could be crushed or killed Always get out on the uphill high side of the vehicle and stay well clear of the rollover path Driving in Mud Sand Snow or Ice When you drive in mud snow or sand your wheels will not get good traction You cannot accelerate as quickly turning is more difficult and you wil...

Page 343: ... Water Heavy rain can mean flash flooding and flood waters demand extreme caution Find out how deep the water is before you drive through it If it is deep enough to cover the wheel hubs axles or exhaust pipe do not try it you probably will not get through Also water that deep can damage the axle and other vehicle parts If the water is not too deep drive slowly through it At faster speeds water spl...

Page 344: ...than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue Here are some tips on night driving Drive defensively Do not drink and drive Adjust the inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you Since you cannot see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles S...

Page 345: ...e inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly Remember that the headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as the headlamps should be checked regularly for...

Page 346: ...es But if you cannot try to slow down before you hit them Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning does not happen often But it can if your tires do not hav...

Page 347: ...d drown Do not ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your low beam headlamps not just your parking lamps to help make you more visible to others Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead an...

Page 348: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 37 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Page 349: ...oulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there is not another vehicl...

Page 350: ...ps all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean Tires They are vitally important to a saf...

Page 351: ...Do not let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments f...

Page 352: ...ad Driving on page 4 16 for information about driving off road Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads CAUTION If you do not shift down your brakes could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift do...

Page 353: ...go down a steep or long hill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be ...

Page 354: ...oth and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where the tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between the...

Page 355: ...ng on a slippery road But you can turn the TAS off if you ever need to You should turn the TAS off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 46 Even though your vehicle has TAS you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions Under certain conditions you may want to turn the TAS off such as when d...

Page 356: ... a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here are some things to do to s...

Page 357: ...long 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 battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close th...

Page 358: ...or more information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 89 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels If you have a four wheel drive vehicle shift into Four Wheel High If your vehicle has the traction assist system you should turn it off by pressing the TAS on off button Then shift...

Page 359: ...nd you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back Notice Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty Your vehicle may have recovery hooks at the front of the vehicle You may need to use them if you are stuck off road and need to be pulled to some place where you can continue driving 4 47 ...

Page 360: ... the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the center pillar B pillar With the driver s door open you will find the label attached below the door lock post striker The tire and loading information label show...

Page 361: ...the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a tra...

Page 362: ...apacity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Example 2 ...

Page 363: ...e GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo The Certification Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both s...

Page 364: ...ght Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Notice Overloading your vehicle may cause damage Repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not overload your vehicle Usi...

Page 365: ...ioning four 2 inches 5 cm by 6 inches 15 cm wooden planks across the width of the pickup box you can create an upper load platform The planks must be inserted in the pickup box depressions The length of the planks must allow for at least a 3 4 inch 2 cm bearing surface on each end of the plank When using this upper load platform be sure the load is securely tied down to prevent it from shifting Th...

Page 366: ...x length Maximum recommended cross mounted toolbox and cargo weight is 300 lbs 136 kg for the 1500 crew cab with 5 ft 8 in 173 cm pick up box length Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment Before installing a snow plow on your vehicle here are some things you will need to know Notice If your vehicle does not have the snow plow prep package adding a plow can damage your vehicle and the repairs woul...

Page 367: ...ly carrying a snow plow on your vehicle Make sure the weight on the front and rear axles does not exceed the axle rating for each For the front axle if more cargo or passengers must be carried appropriate counter ballast must be installed rear of the rear axle Counter ballast must be properly secured so it will not move during driving Follow the snow plow manufacturer s recommendations regarding r...

Page 368: ...before reaching your front GAWR The front axle reserve capacity for your vehicle can be found in the lower right corner of the Certification Tire label as shown In order to calculate the amount of weight any front accessory such as a snow plow is adding to the front axle use the following formula W x A W B W B Weight the accessory is adding to the front axle Where W Weight of added accessory A Dis...

Page 369: ...he effect of reducing the load on the front However the front GAWR rear GAWR and the gross vehicle weight rating GVWR must never be exceeded CAUTION On some vehicles equipped with certain front mounted equipment such as a snow plow it may be possible to load the front axle to the front GAWR but not have enough weight on the rear axle to have proper braking performance If your brakes can not work p...

Page 370: ...vehicle Your dealer can also help you with this The total vehicle reserve capacity for your vehicle can be found in the lower right corner of the Certification Tire label as shown previously See your dealer for additional advice and information about using a snow plow on your vehicle Also see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 48 Emergency Roof Lamp Provisions Vehicles with the RPO VYU snow plow prep ...

Page 371: ...ter it left the factory Everything in the camper All the people inside The Cargo Weight Rating CWR is the maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry It does not include the weight of the people inside But you can figure about 150 lbs 68 kg for each seat The total cargo load must not be more than your vehicle s CWR Refer to the Truck Camper Loading Information label in the glove box for dime...

Page 372: ...xtra weight from the CWR This extra weight may shorten the center of gravity zone of your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this If your slide in camper and its load weighs less than the CWR the center of gravity zone for your vehicle may be larger Your dealer can help you make a good vehicle camper match and help you determine the CWR After you have loaded your vehicle and camper drive to a w...

Page 373: ...ou want more information on curb weights cargo weights Cargo Weight Rating and the correct center of gravity zone for your vehicle your dealer can help you Just ask for a copy of Consumer Information Truck Camper Loading Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab General Motors is aware that some vehicle owners may consider having the pickup box removed and a commercial or recreational body installed Before...

Page 374: ...some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendations How far will you tow Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow Do you have the proper towing equipment See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment re...

Page 375: ...your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P for an automatic transmission or if your vehicle is in gear for a manual transmission You or others could be injured Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before you shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL 5 Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive on page 2 38 for the proper procedure to select the neutral position for your ...

Page 376: ...transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed To dolly tow a two wheel drive vehicle you must tow the vehicle with the rear wheels on the dolly See Rear Towing Rear Wheels Off the Ground later in this section for more information Four Wheel Drive Vehicles Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle 1 Drive the vehicle up onto the tow dolly 2 Shift an automatic tra...

Page 377: ... Rear Wheels Off the Ground Two Wheel Drive Vehicles Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle from the rear 1 Drive the vehicle onto the dolly 2 Firmly set the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 2 52 3 Put an automatic transmission in PARK P or a manual transmission in FIRST 1 4 Follow the dolly manufacturer s instructions to attach and secure the vehicle being towed to the dolly and t...

Page 378: ...the next steps On automatic transmission vehicles use an adequate clamping device to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position CAUTION Shifting a four wheel drive vehicle s transfer case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P for an automatic transmission or if your vehicle is in gear for a manual transmission You or others could ...

Page 379: ...overed by your warranty To pull a trailer correctly follow the advice in this part and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle To identify the trailering capacity of your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section Trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means chan...

Page 380: ...shifts too often such as under 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 See Tow Haul Mode Light on page 3 50 Three important considerations have to do with weight The weight of the trailer The weight of the trailer tongue The weight on your vehicle s tires Tow Haul Mode Tow Haul is a feature on automa...

Page 381: ...ailer are all important It can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle and the amount of tongue weight the vehicle can carry See Weight of the Trailer Tongue later in this section for more information Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equip...

Page 382: ...f trailer weight up to 1 500 lbs 680 kg maximum Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C 1500 Extended Cab Short Box 2WD 4300 V6 Auto 3 23 3 73 4 600 lbs 2 087 kg 5 100 lbs 2 313 kg 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 4300 V6 Manual 3 23 3 600 lbs 1 633 kg 8 500 lbs 3 859 kg 4800 V8 Auto 3 23 3 73 5 900 lbs 2 676 kg 6 900 lbs 3 130 kg 11 000 lbs 4 990 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 4800 V8 Manu...

Page 383: ...fth wheel or gooseneck trailering is neither designed nor intended for this vehicle Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C 1500 Regular Cab Long Box 2WD 4300 V6 Auto 3 23 4 800 lbs 2 177 kg 9 500 lbs 4 313 kg 4300 V6 Manual 3 23 3 800 lbs 1 724 kg 8 500 lbs 3 859 kg 4800 V8 Auto 3 23 3 73 6 200 lbs 2 812 kg 7 200 lbs 3 266 kg 11 000 lbs 4 994 kg 12 000 lbs 5 448 kg 4800 V8 Manual 3 23 3 ...

Page 384: ...m Trailer Weight GCWR K 1500 Regular Cab Short Box 4WD 4300 V6 Auto 3 73 5 100 lbs 2 313 kg 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg 4300 V6 Manual 3 73 4 100 lbs 1 860 kg 9 000 lbs 4 086 kg 4800 V8 Auto 3 42 3 73 4 10 7 100 lbs 3 221 kg 7 100 lbs 3 221 kg 8 100 lbs 3 674 kg 12 000 lbs 5 448 kg 12 000 lbs 5 448 kg 13 000 lbs 5 902 kg 4800 V8 Manual 3 42 3 73 4 10 5 100 lbs 2 313 kg 5 100 lbs 2 313 kg 6 100 lbs 2 767 k...

Page 385: ...4 000 lbs 6 350 kg Maximum weight 7 700 lbs 3 492 kg for fifth wheel or gooseneck K 1500 HD 4WD 6000 V8 3 73 4 10 7 900 lbs 3 583 kg 9 900 lbs 4 491 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 1500 Crew Cab 4WD 5300 V8 3 42 3 73 4 10 7 400 lbs 3 357 kg 7 400 lbs 3 357 kg 8 400 lbs 3 810 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 6...

Page 386: ...00 lbs 5 443 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 4800 V8 Manual 3 42 3 73 4 10 4 900 lbs 2 223 kg 4 900 lbs 2 223 kg 5 900 lbs 2 676 kg 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 11 000 lbs 4 990 kg 5300 V8 3 42 3 73 4 10 7 900 lbs 3 583 kg 7 900 lbs 3 583 kg 8 900 lbs 4 037 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer w...

Page 387: ... lbs 3 402 kg 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg 8 500 lbs 3 856 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 1 500 lbs 680 kg maximum Maximum weight 6 800 lbs 3 084 kg for fifth wheel and gooseneck Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C 2500 Regular Cab Long Box HD 2WD 6000 V8 4 10 10 50...

Page 388: ... is 23 200 lbs 10 523 kg Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C 2500 Extended Cab Long Box HD 2WD 6000 V8 4 10 10 100 lbs 4 581 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 3 73 4 10 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 20 000 lbs 9 072 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel 3 73 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg C 2500 Crew Cab Short Box HD 2WD 6000 V8 4 10 10 100 lbs 4 581 kg 16 000 lbs 7 25...

Page 389: ...83 kg 9 900 lbs 4 491 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 000 lbs 1 361 kg maximum Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 2500 Regular Cab Long Box HD 4WD 6000 V8 4 10 10 300 lbs 4 672 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 3 73 4 10 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 20 000 lbs 9 072...

Page 390: ...s is 23 200 lbs 10 523 kg Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 2500 Extended Cab Long Box HD 4WD 6000 V8 4 10 9 900 lbs 4 490 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 3 73 4 10 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 20 000 lbs 9 072 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel 3 73 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg K 2500 Crew Cab Short Box HD 4WD 6000 V8 4 10 9 800 lbs 4 445 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257...

Page 391: ...000 V8 4 10 9 700 lbs 4 400 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 4 10 12 000 lbs 5 543 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel Manual 3 73 12 000 lbs 5 543 kg 23 500 lbs 10 659 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel Auto 3 73 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 23 500 lbs 10 659 kg C 3500 Crew Cab 2WD 6000 V8 4 10 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 4 10 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel Manual 3 73 12 000 lbs...

Page 392: ...g 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 4 10 15 400 lbs 6 985 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 8100 V8 Single Rear Wheel 4 10 15 600 lbs 7 067 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 6 6L V8 Dual Rear Wheel Auto 3 73 16 700 lbs 7 575 kg 23 500 lbs 10 659 kg 6 6L V8 Dual Rear Wheel Manual 3 73 16 700 lbs 7 575 kg 23 500 lbs 10 659 kg 6 6L V8 Single Rear Wheel 3 73 15 400 lbs 6 985 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 4 80 ...

Page 393: ...15 000 lbs 6 804 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel Dual Rear Wheel Manual 3 73 16 300 lbs 7 394 kg 23 500 lbs 10 659 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel Dual Rear Wheel Auto 3 73 16 300 lbs 7 394 kg 23 500 lbs 10 659 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel Single Rear Wheel 3 73 15 000 lbs 6 804 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 500 lbs 1 587 k...

Page 394: ... Diesel Single Rear Wheel Auto 3 73 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel Single Rear Wheel Manual 3 73 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel Dual Rear Wheel Auto 3 73 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 23 500 lbs 10 659 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel Dual Rear Wheel Manual 3 73 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 23 500 lbs 10 659 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percen...

Page 395: ...l reduce the tongue weight your vehicle can carry which will also reduce the trailer weight your vehicle can tow And if 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 48 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percen...

Page 396: ... than the total of the additional weight Consider the following example A vehicle model base weight is 5 500 lbs 2 495 kg 2 800 lbs 1 270 kg at the front axle and 2 700 lbs 1 225 kg at the rear axle It has a GVWR of 7 200 lbs 3 266 kg a RGAWR of 4 000 lbs 1 814 kg and a GCWR Gross Combination Weight Rating of 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg The trailer rating should be You can expect tongue weight to be at le...

Page 397: ...being able to handle only 600 lbs 272 kg of tongue weight Since tongue weight is usually at least 10 percent of total loaded trailer weight you can expect that the largest trailer your vehicle can properly handle is 6 000 lbs 2 721 kg It is important that you make sure your vehicle does not exceed any of its ratings GCWR GVWR RGAWR Maximum Trailer Rating or Tongue Weight The only way to be sure yo...

Page 398: ...stributing hitch and sway control of the proper size This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when driving Always use a sway control if the trailer will weigh more than these limits You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls Fifth Wheel and Gooseneck Trailering Notice Pulling a fifth wheel trailer with a vehicle that is equipped with the SS trim package cou...

Page 399: ... to the tow vehicle frame rails Do not use the pickup box for support Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufa...

Page 400: ...kes But don t use copper tubing for this If you do it will bend and finally break off Use steel brake tubing Driving with a Trailer CAUTION If you have a rear most window open and you pull a trailer with your vehicle carbon monoxide CO could come into your vehicle You cannot see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness or death See Engine Exhaust on page 2 57 To maximize your safety when towing a ...

Page 401: ...e that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working While towing a trailer or when exposed to long periods of sunshine the floor of the truck bed may become very warm Avoid putting items in the truck bed that might be affected by high ambient temperatures Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle ...

Page 402: ...sion you can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often e g under heavy loads and or hilly conditions You may also want to activate the tow haul mode if the transmission shifts too often See Tow Haul Mode Light on page 3 50 If you have a 5 speed manual transmission and you are towing a trailer it s better not to use FIFTH 5 ...

Page 403: ...o PARK P for an automatic transmission or REVERSE R for a manual transmission 5 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear and not in NEUTRAL 6 Release the regular brakes CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running...

Page 404: ...erfill engine oil axle lubricant belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Trailer Wiring Harness Your vehicle is equipped with one of the following wiring harness...

Page 405: ...arness is connected to the trailer plug mounted to the hitch platform The eight wire harness contains the following trailer circuits Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Taillamps White Ground Light Green Back up Lamps Light Blue CHMSL Red Battery Feed Dark Blue Trailer Brake The Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL wire is tied next to the trailer wiring harness for ...

Page 406: ... Signal Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Taillamps White Ground Light Green Back up Lamps Light Blue Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL Red Battery Feed Dark Blue Trailer Brake If your vehicle is equipped with the Heavy Duty Trailering option please refer to Heavy Duty Trailer Wiring Package earlier in this section When the camper wiring harness is ordered without the heavy duty trailering ...

Page 407: ...ve a crash in which you or others could be injured Use only the trailer brake harness intended for your vehicle If it is no longer available to you be sure to get a proper replacement from your dealer This harness is included with your vehicle as part of the heavy duty trailer wiring package This harness is for an electric brake controller and includes a trailer battery feed fuse It should be inst...

Page 408: ...t you install Notice Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not use equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating for the auxiliary battery provision Power Winches If you wish to use a power winch on your vehicle only use it when your vehicle is stationary or anchored Trailer Recommendations You m...

Page 409: ...To engage a PTO on a vehicle with an automatic transmission do the following 1 For stationary use shift the transmission into PARK P 2 Turn the PTO rotary switch ON 3 If the engine speed is below the PTO engage speed limit the PTO will start The blinking LED on the PTO control switch indicates PTO engage is requested When PTO engages the LED will switch from blinking to a steady light To use PTO s...

Page 410: ...using the foot pedal and select SET on the PTO switch or the cruise control To use PTO speed control in variable mode while stationary do the following 1 Engage the PTO 2 Vehicle speed must be less than 5 mph 3 Make sure your foot is off the brake pedal and off the clutch for vehicles equipped with a manual transmission 4 Select the desired engine speed by using the foot pedal and select SET on th...

Page 411: ...led PTO system and body equipment When the PTO switch is turned on the engine is limited to 2 200 rpms If there are no accessories installed on the vehicle make sure the PTO switch is turned off Step Bumper Pad Your vehicle has a rear step bumper with a rear step pad at the center of the bumper If you will be using the bumper to tow a trailer and your step bumper has three cutout circles you must ...

Page 412: ... NOTES 4 100 ...

Page 413: ...fe System Gasoline Engine 5 23 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Gasoline Engines 5 25 Automatic Transmission Fluid Except Allison Transmission 5 28 Automatic Transmission Fluid Allison Transmission 5 30 Manual Transmission Fluid 5 33 Hydraulic Clutch 5 34 Engine Coolant 5 35 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 37 Engine Overheating 5 37 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode V8 Engines Only 5 39 Cooli...

Page 414: ...r New Tires 5 83 Buying New Tires 5 84 Different Size Tires and Wheels 5 85 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 86 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 5 87 Wheel Replacement 5 87 Tire Chains 5 89 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 90 Changing a Flat Tire 5 91 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 92 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 96 Secondary Latch System 5 105 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and To...

Page 415: ...tification 5 122 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 122 Service Parts Identification Label 5 122 Electrical System 5 123 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 123 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 123 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 123 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 123 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 124 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 126 Underhood Fuse Block 5 127 Capacities and Specifications 5 133 ...

Page 416: ...ol and stability control Some of these accessories may even cause malfunction or damage not covered by warranty GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your vehicle Your GM dealer can accessorize your vehicle using genuine GM Accessories When you go to your GM dealer and ask for GM Accessories you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will...

Page 417: ... this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 15 Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 86 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record on page 6 20 Ad...

Page 418: ... octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking your engine needs service If your vehicle has the 6 0L V8 engine VIN Code N use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or higher You may also use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher but your vehicle s acceleration may be slightly reduced and you may notice a slight audible knocking noise commonly referred to as s...

Page 419: ...rmined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs may not be covered by your warranty Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required 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 to your fuel How...

Page 420: ...f this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service Fuel E85 85 Ethanol The 8th digit of your vehicle identification number VIN shows the code letter or number that identifies your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of the instrument panel See Vehicle Identification Number VIN on page 5 122 If your vehicle has the 5 3L V8 engine VIN Code Z only you may use either regular unlead...

Page 421: ...capacity with ethanol fuel see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 48 Notice Some additives are not compatible with E85 fuel and may harm your fuel system Damage caused by additives would not be covered by your new vehicle warranty Do not use additives with E85 fuel Notice Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in you...

Page 422: ...e fuel cap turn it slowly counterclockwise It will require more effort to turn the fuel cap on the last turn as you loosen it CAUTION If you spill fuel and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any his...

Page 423: ...y Notice If you need a new fuel cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 46 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your ve...

Page 424: ... clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine 5 12 ...

Page 425: ...ide the vehicle to the lower left of the steering wheel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located near the center of the grille 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then pull down the hood and close it firmly 5 13 ...

Page 426: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 4 3L V6 engine here is what you will see 5 14 ...

Page 427: ...age 5 28 or Automatic Transmission Fluid Allison Transmission on page 5 30 F Engine Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 5 40 G Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 5 20 H Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 45 I Remote Negative Terminal GND See Jump Starting on page 5 52 J Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting...

Page 428: ...When you open the hood on the 5 3L V8 engine 4 8L and 6 0L V8 engines similar here is what you will see 5 16 ...

Page 429: ...age 5 28 or Automatic Transmission Fluid Allison Transmission on page 5 30 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 5 20 G Engine Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 5 40 H Remote Negative Terminal GND See Jump Starting on page 5 52 I Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 45 J Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting...

Page 430: ...When you open the hood on the 8 1L V8 engine here is what you will see 5 18 ...

Page 431: ...age 5 28 or Automatic Transmission Fluid Allison Transmission on page 5 30 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 5 20 G Engine Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 5 40 H Remote Negative Terminal GND See Jump Starting on page 5 52 I Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 5 52 J Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid...

Page 432: ...cking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 14 for the location of the engine oil dipstick 1 Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil ...

Page 433: ...Specifications on page 5 133 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 14 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick a...

Page 434: ...on 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 indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM ...

Page 435: ... revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE ENGINE OIL message wil...

Page 436: ...tem has not reset Repeat the procedure If it still does not reset see your dealer for service What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containin...

Page 437: ...r restriction indicator it lets you know when the engine air cleaner filter needs to be replaced On vehicles with a restriction indicator you should inspect the air filter restriction indicator at every oil change and replace the engine air cleaner filter when the indicator tells you to On vehicles without an air filter restriction indicator inspect the air cleaner filter at the Maintenance II int...

Page 438: ...n Air Filter Restriction Indicator To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the engine air cleaner filter from the vehicle using the steps following When you have the engine air cleaner filter removed lightly shake it to release loose dust and dirt If the engine air cleaner filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner Filter and Resetting the Air Filter ...

Page 439: ...ighten the screws 7 Reset the air filter restriction indicator if equipped by pressing the top button on the indicator CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be...

Page 440: ... sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C At high 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 ...

Page 441: ...ull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the COLD area below the cross hatched area for a cold check or in the HOT or cross hatched area for a hot check Be sure to keep the dipstick pointed down to get an acc...

Page 442: ...ng fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to 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 Automatic Transmission Fluid Allison Transmission When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid A good time to check your automatic transmi...

Page 443: ...e the shift lever in PARK P 3 With your foot on the brake pedal run the engine for at least once minute and shift to DRIVE D Then shift to NEUTRAL N and then REVERSE R to fill the hydraulic system Then position the shift lever in PARK P 4 Allow the engine to run at idle 500 800 rpm Slowly release the brake pedal Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps Cold Check Procedure The purpo...

Page 444: ...t the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 3 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again Repeat the check procedure to verify the reading 4 Safe operating level is within the HOT RUN band on the dipstick The width of the HOT RUN band represents approximately 1 06 quart 1 0 liter of fluid at normal operating temperature 5 If the fluid level is not ...

Page 445: ...d under How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid earlier in this section When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check Manual Transmission Fluid A good time to have your manual transmission fluid checked is when the engine oil is changed See Additional Required Services Gasoline Engine on page 6 7 to find out when to change ...

Page 446: ...ind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Gasoline Engine on page 6 14 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Add fluid at the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to the bottom of the filler plug hole 3 Install the filler plug Be sure the plug is fully seated Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self adjusting The clutch master cylinde...

Page 447: ...his coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for five years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating on page 5 37 A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give fr...

Page 448: ...epair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer check your cooling system Notice If you use extra inhibitors and or additives in your vehicle s cooling system you could damage your vehicle Use only the proper mixture of the engi...

Page 449: ...hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight and fully seated Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured The coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the coolant surge tank See Engi...

Page 450: ... on page 5 39 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode V8 Engines Only on page 5 39 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency If No Steam Is Coming Fr...

Page 451: ... fan idle the engine for three minutes while you are parked If you still have the warning turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down Also see Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode later in this section You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode V8 Engines Only If an overheated engine cond...

Page 452: ...Tank Pressure Cap C Engine Cooling Fan A Coolant Surge Tank B Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap C Engine Cooling Fan CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan 8 1L V8 Engines All Other Engines 5 40 ...

Page 453: ... pump or somewhere else in the cooling system CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Do not touch them If you do you can be burned Do not run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If your vehicle is equipped with an electr...

Page 454: ... Gasoline Engines If your vehicle has a diesel engine see Cooling System in the DURAMAX Diesel Supplement for the proper coolant fill procedure If you have not found a problem yet check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant surg...

Page 455: ...her water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling sys...

Page 456: ...n feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated 5 44 ...

Page 457: ...u start the engine It will go away as the fan clutch partially disengages If your vehicle is equipped with electric cooling fans you may hear the fans spinning at low speed during most everyday driving The fans may turn off if no cooling is required Under heavy vehicle loading trailer towing and or high outside temperatures or if you are operating your air conditioning system the fans change to hi...

Page 458: ...s and Lubricants Gasoline Engine on page 6 14 Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has su...

Page 459: ...hich could damage the tank if it is completely full Do not use engine coolant 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 Overview on page 5 14 for the location of the reservoir There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir migh...

Page 460: ...ers 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 Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid See Scheduled Maintenance Gasoline Engine on page 6 4 Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap Just look at the brake flu...

Page 461: ...t work well 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 based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brak...

Page 462: ... applied 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 wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications If you have rear drum brakes they do not have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake ...

Page 463: ... For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you have come to expect can change in many other ways if someone 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 ...

Page 464: ...for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Jump Starting If your vehicle s battery or batteries has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely CAUTION Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite The...

Page 465: ...ough 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 would not be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put an automat...

Page 466: ... negative terminal is located on a tab attached to the engine accessory drive bracket where it is marked GND Ground See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 14 for more information on the location of the remote positive and remote negative terminals CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if...

Page 467: ...ort that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And do not connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks On vehicles equipped with dual batteries make all battery connections to the remote positive and remote negative terminals 7 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery Use a rem...

Page 468: ...rview on page 5 14 for the location of your vehicle s remote negative terminal 12 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 13 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle...

Page 469: ...cles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the bad battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the remote positive terminal cover if equipped to its original position Jumper...

Page 470: ...than normal because fluid has traveled out along the axle tubes and has not drained back to the sump area Therefore a reading taken five minutes after the vehicle has been driven will appear to have a lower fluid level than a vehicle that has been stationary for an hour or two Remember that the rear axle assembly must be supported to get a true reading How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate rea...

Page 471: ... to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Gasoline Engine on page 6 14 Four Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles There are two additional systems that need lubrication Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check transfer case fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss could indicate a ...

Page 472: ...o the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to change the lubricant See Scheduled Maintenance Gasoline Engine on page 6 4 What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Gasoline Engine on page 6 14 Front Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless you suspect there ...

Page 473: ...some lubricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 0 to 3 8 inch 9 5 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use To determine what kind of lubricant to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Gasoline Engine on page 6 14 5 61 ...

Page 474: ...repair or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 The use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the acts listed below ...

Page 475: ...burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps To replace a headlamp bulb do the following 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 13 for more information 2 Remove the two pins on the top of the headlamp assembly To remove the pins turn the outer pin outward and pull it straight up To remove the inne...

Page 476: ... from the headlamp assembly 6 Install the new bulb into the assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight 7 Plug in the electrical connector 8 Reinstall the headlamp assembly 9 Reinstall and tighten the two pins Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps A Sidemarker Lamp B Retainer Clip C Front Turn Signal Lamp D Daytime Running Lamp DRL 5 64 ...

Page 477: ...l assembly out of the vehicle 5 Press the locking release lever turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the turn signal assembly 6 Remove the old bulb from the bulb socket 7 Install a new bulb into the bulb socket 8 Insert the bulb socket into the turn signal assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks 9 Reinstall the turn signal assembly back into the vehicle placing the hook a...

Page 478: ...o the socket and turn clockwise until it locks into place 3 Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws To replace a center roof marker lamp bulb do the following 1 Remove the six screws from the center roof marker lamp assembly 2 Turn the old bulb counterclockwise to remove it from the socket 3 Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws 5 66 ...

Page 479: ...t off the lamp assembly A Cargo Lamp B Center High Mounted Stoplamp Bulb 2 Remove the back plate from the assembly by pressing the release tabs 3 Remove the CHMSL bulb by pulling the bulb straight out from the holder back plate Remove a cargo bulb by turning the socket counterclockwise and pulling the bulb straight out 5 67 ...

Page 480: ...Marker Lamps To replace a pickup box identification or fender marker lamp bulb do the following 1 Remove the screws and lamp assembly 2 Unplug the lamp assembly harness 3 Gently pry the individual lamp from the lamp assembly 4 Unplug the lamp 5 Plug in a new lamp and snap it into the assembly 6 Reinstall the lamp assembly Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps To replace one of these bu...

Page 481: ... Turn Signal Lamp C Back up Lamp D Sidemarker Lamp 4 Press the release tab if equipped and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp assembly 5 Pull the old bulb straight out from the socket 6 Press a new bulb into the socket and turn the socket clockwise into the taillamp assembly 7 Reinstall the taillamp assembly 5 69 ...

Page 482: ...Reinstall the lens and the lens seal Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back up Lamp 3157 Back up Lamp 1156 Cargo Lamp and Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 912 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 4114K Fender Marker Front Roof Marker and Sidemarker Lamp If Equipped 194 Front Parking and Turn Lamp 3457A Headlamps High Beam 9005 Low Beam 9006 Rear Marker Lamp Taillamp and Stoplamp 3157 Rear Turn Si...

Page 483: ...oved in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Gasoline Engines on page 6 18 To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly do the following 1 Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever B to disengage the hook and push the wiper arm A out of the blade C 3 Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm until you hear the rele...

Page 484: ...resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 79 Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If ...

Page 485: ...iance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture E Tire Ply Ma...

Page 486: ... 79 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 48 D DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards E Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire s...

Page 487: ...imeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 75 as shown in item C of the light truck LT Metric tire illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 75 as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The...

Page 488: ...o the centerline of the tread Cold Inflation Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa before a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 79 Curb Weight This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant but without passenge...

Page 489: ...ltiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 48 Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Outward Facing Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehicle The side of the tire that contains a whitewall bears white lettering or bears manufacturer brand and or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the...

Page 490: ...r a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire See Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5 86 Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg plus the rated cargo load See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 48 Vehicle Maximum...

Page 491: ...ading Information label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar below the driver s door lock post striker This label lists your vehicle s original equipment tires and their recommended cold tire inflation pressures The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For add...

Page 492: ...re pressure with the tire gage Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Dual Tire Operation When the vehicle is new or whenever a wheel wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced check the wheel nut torque after 100 1 000 and 6 000 miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km of driving For proper torque and wheel nut tightening information see Remov...

Page 493: ...ll and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the wheel wrench hoist shaft to tighten the cable See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 91 If your vehicle has dual rear wheels also see Dual Tire Operation on page 5 80 The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Gasoline Engin...

Page 494: ...erent from the dual rear tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here when rotating your tires The dual tires are rotated as a pair and the inside rear tires become the outside rear tires When you install dual wheels be sure the vent holes in the inner and outer wheels on each side are lined up After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on ...

Page 495: ...rt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 91 When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining Some commercial truck tires may not have treadwear indicators You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators a...

Page 496: ... is molded onto the tire s sidewall by the tire manufacturer If the tires have an all season tread design the TPC spec number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 5 73 for additional information CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes brands or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may ...

Page 497: ...our vehicle Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires this may affect the way your vehicle performs including its braking ride and handling characteristics stability and resistance to rollover Additionally if your vehicle has electronic systems such as antilock brakes traction control and electronic stability ...

Page 498: ...y requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of ...

Page 499: ...ive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis However if you notice unusua...

Page 500: ...heel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis Whenever a wheel wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced on a dual wheel setup check the wheel nut torque after 100 1 000 and 6 000 ...

Page 501: ...r 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 the rear tires Notice If your vehicle does not have dual wheels and is equipped with a tire size other than P265 75R16 LT265 75R16 P265 70R17 or P275 55R20 use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Us...

Page 502: ...d 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 go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous ...

Page 503: ...PARK P or shift a manual transmission to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL 4 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 5 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued To be even more certain the vehicle will not move put blocks at the front and rea...

Page 504: ...C Wheel Blocks D Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks E Jack A Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks B Wheel Blocks C Retaining Bracket and Wing Nut D Tool Kit and Jack Tools E Retaining Hook F Jack G Knob 1500 Crew Cab Regular Cab and Crew Cab Except 1500 Crew Cab 5 92 ...

Page 505: ...ng Hook D Jack E Knob F Retaining Bracket and Wing Nut G Tool Kit and Jack Tools A Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks B Wheel Blocks C Jack D Retaining Hook E Knob F Retaining Bracket and Wing Nut G Tool Kit and Jack Tools Extended Cab Extended Cab Short Box 5 93 ...

Page 506: ... the knob on the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head to release the jack from its holder 3 Remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer by turning the wing nut counterclockwise 4 Remove the wing nut used to retain the storage bag and tools by turning it counterclockwise You will use the jack handle extensions and the wheel wrench to remove the underbody mounted spare tire A Spare ...

Page 507: ...rear bumper Be sure the hoist end of the extension connects to the hoist shaft E The ribbed square end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire 4 Turn the wheel wrench H 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 to the ground the secondary latch is e...

Page 508: ...en lowered so it can be pulled up through the wheel opening 7 Put the spare tire near the flat tire Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Use the following pictures and instructions to remove the flat tire and raise the vehicle The tools you will be using include the jack A the wheel blocks B the jack handle C the jack handle extensions D and the wheel wrench E 5 96 ...

Page 509: ... If the vehicle has a center cap with wheel nut caps the wheel nut caps are designed to stay with the center cap after they are loosened Remove the entire center cap If the wheel has a smooth center cap place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry it out 5 97 ...

Page 510: ...le as shown If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle two wheel drive 1500 Series vehicles position the jack under the bracket attached to the vehicle s frame behind the flat tire If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle all other models position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire If the flat tire is on the rear position the jack under the rear axle between the spring anchor a...

Page 511: ...off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle Front Position 2WD 1500 Series 5 9...

Page 512: ...ecurely between the grooves that are on the jack head 5 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well Front Position All Other Models Rear Position 5 100 ...

Page 513: ...eel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 5 101 ...

Page 514: ...ht come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 9 Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel 10 Tighten each wheel nut by hand Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the nuts until the wheel is held against the hub Front Position All Models 5 102 ...

Page 515: ...11 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Lower the jack completely Front Position 2WD 1500 Series Rear Position 5 103 ...

Page 516: ...s evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 133 for the wheel nut torque specification 12 Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise When you reinstall the regular wheel and tire you must also reinstall either the center cap or bolt on hub cap depending...

Page 517: ...instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed below To release the spare tire from the secondary latch do the following 1 Check under the vehicle to see if the cable end is visible If the cable is not visible proceed to Step 6 2 If it is visible first try to tighten the cable by tur...

Page 518: ...oximately 6 inches 15 cm of cable is exposed 6 Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest ends with the backs facing each other 7 Place the bottom edge of the jack A on the wheel blocks B separating them so that the jack is balanced securely 8 Attach the jack handle extension and wheel wrench to the jack and place it with the wheel blocks under the vehicle towards the front of the rear bumper 5 106 ...

Page 519: ... cable CAUTION Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from the spare 13 Disconnect the jack handle from the jack Carefully remove the jack from underneath the vehicle 14 Use one hand to push against the spare while firmly pu...

Page 520: ...he flat tire see Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire on page 5 96 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Notice Storing an aluminum wheel with a flat tire under your ve...

Page 521: ...oist End of Extension Tool G Hoist Shaft Access Hole H Wheel Wrench I Jack Handle Extensions J Spare Tire Lock If Equipped 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear 2 Tilt the retainer downward and through the wheel opening Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 3 Attach the wheel wrench H and extensio...

Page 522: ...g 6 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice You cannot overtighten the cable 7 Make sure the tire is stored securely Push pull A and then try to turn B the tire If the tire moves use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable 8 Reinstall the spare tire lock if equipped 5 110 ...

Page 523: ...em in the retaining bracket C 2 Tighten down the wing nut C 3 Assemble the wheel blocks B and jack G together with the wing nut A and retaining hook H 4 Position the jack G in the mounting bracket F Position the holes in the base of the jack G onto the pin in the mounting bracket F 5 Return them to their original location in the vehicle For more information refer to Removing the Spare Tire and Too...

Page 524: ...wheel drive Notice If your vehicle has four wheel drive and the different size spare tire is installed on your vehicle do not drive in four wheel drive until you can have your flat tire repaired and or replaced You could damage your vehicle and the repair costs would not be covered by your warranty Never use four wheel drive when the different size spare tire is installed on your vehicle After ins...

Page 525: ...for the surfaces being cleaned Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended Use glass cleaner only on glass Remove any accidental over spray from other surfaces immediately To prevent over spray apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth Notice If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle you could scratch the glass Whe...

Page 526: ...th a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats For soils always try to remove them first with plain water or club soda Before cleaning gently remove as much of the soil as possible using one of the following techniques For liquids gently blot the remaining soil with a pap...

Page 527: ...icone or wax based products or those containing organic solvents to clean your vehicle s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Never use shoe polish on your leather Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a clean soft cloth dampened...

Page 528: ...oss retention and durability The best way to preserve the vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely GM approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer...

Page 529: ...reign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are sub...

Page 530: ...minum or Chrome Plated Wheels The vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum or chrome plated wheels Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied Notice If you use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes cleaners brushes or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or ch...

Page 531: ...at uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes Do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Tires To clean the tires use a stiff brush with tire cleaner Notice Using petroleum based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint finish and or tires When applying a tire d...

Page 532: ...rosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pol...

Page 533: ...e wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one step No wiping necessary Wash Wax Concentrate Med...

Page 534: ...s and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You will find this label on the inside of the glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the following VI...

Page 535: ...xed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible ...

Page 536: ...he end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out You may have spare fuses located behind the fuse block access door These can be used to replace a bad fuse However make sure it is of the correct amperage Fuses Usage RR WPR Not Used SEO ACCY Special Equipment Option Accessory WS WPR Windshield Wipers TBC ACCY Truck Body Controller Accessory 5 124 ...

Page 537: ...ock Relay Unlock Function RR FOG LP Not Used BRAKE Anti Lock Brake System Fuses Usage DRIVER UNLCK Power Door Lock Relay Driver s Door Unlock Function IGN 0 TCM TBC IGN 0 Truck Body Controller VEH CHMSL Vehicle and Trailer High Mounted Stoplamp LT TRLR ST TRN Left Turn Signal Stop Trailer LT TRN Left Turn Signals and Sidemarkers VEH STOP Vehicle Stoplamps Brake Module Electronic Throttle Control M...

Page 538: ...r HAZRD Flasher Module CB LT DRS Left Power Windows Circuit Breaker TBC 2B Truck Body Controller TBC 2A Truck Body Controller Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block The center instrument panel utility block is located underneath the instrument panel to the left of the steering column Device Usage SEO Special Equipment Option TRAILER Trailer Brake Wiring UPFIT Upfitter Not Used 5 126 ...

Page 539: ... RT DOOR Right Power Windows Circuit Breaker SPARE Not Used INFO Infotainment Harness Connection Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle near the battery Lift the cover for access to the fuse relay block To remove fuses hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out See Engine Compartment Overvi...

Page 540: ...5 128 ...

Page 541: ...ke Air Heater CUST FEED Gasoline Accessory Power HYBRID Hybrid STUD 1 Auxiliary Power Single Battery and Diesels Only Dual Battery TP2 Do not install fuse Fuses Usage MBEC Mid Bussed Electrical Center Power Feed Front Seats Right Doors BLWR Front Climate Control Fan LBEC Left Bussed Electrical Center Door Modules Door Locks Auxiliary Power Outlet Rear Cargo Area and Instrument Panel STUD 2 Accesso...

Page 542: ...Diesel Engines IGN E Instrument Panel Cluster Air Conditioning Relay Turn Signal Hazard Switch Starter Relay Fuses Usage RTD Ride Control TRL B U Backup Lamps Trailer Wiring F PMP Fuel Pump Relay B U LP Back up Lamps Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System RR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger HDLP HI Headlamp High Beam Relay PRIME Not Used AIRBAG Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System FRT PARK...

Page 543: ...Control Module RR WPR Not Used RADIO Audio System SEO B1 Mid Bussed Electrical Center Rear Heated Seats Universal Home Remote System LO HDLP LT Headlamp Low Beam Left Fuses Usage BTSI Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System CRNK Starting System LO HDLP RT Headlamp Low Beam Right FOG LP Fog Lamps Relay FOG LP Fog Lamps HORN Horn Relay W S WASH Windshield Washer Pump Relay W S WASH Windshield Wash...

Page 544: ...nt on the driver s side of the vehicle next to the underhood fuse block Lift the cover for access to the fuse relay block Fuses Usage COOL FAN Cooling Fan COOL FAN Cooling Fan Relay Fuse COOL FAN Cooling Fan Fuse Relays Usage COOL FAN 1 Cooling Fan Relay 1 COOL FAN 3 Cooling Fan Relay 3 COOL FAN 2 Cooling Fan Relay 2 5 132 ...

Page 545: ...tomatic with Front A C 16 5 qt 15 6 L 4 3L V6 Manual with Front A C 15 1 qt 14 3 L 4 3L V6 Manual with Front A C 16 6 qt 15 7 L 4 8L V8 Automatic with Front A C 15 2 qt 14 4 L 4 8L V8 Automatic with Front A C 16 8 qt 15 9 L 4 8L V8 Manual with Front A C 15 5 qt 14 7 L 4 8L V8 Manual with Front A C 17 0 qt 16 1 L 5 3L V8 Automatic with Front A C 15 2 qt 14 4 L 5 3L V8 Automatic with Front A C 16 8 ...

Page 546: ...5 3 V8 6 0 V8 6 0 qt 5 7 L 8 1 V8 6 5 qt 6 1 L Fuel Tank Short Bed and 2500 LD 26 0 gal 98 0 L Long Bed and Chassis Cab Pickup Box Delete 34 0 gal 128 7 L Chassis Cab 3500 and 3500HD front 27 0 gal 102 0 L Chassis Cab 3500 and 3500HD rear 23 0 gal 87 0 L Transfer Case Fluid 2 0 qt 1 9 L Wheel Nut Torque 140 ft lb 190 Y After refill the level must be rechecked Add enough engine coolant so that the ...

Page 547: ... VORTEC 4 8L V8 V Automatic Manual 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 5 3L V8 Z Automatic 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 5 3L V8 T Automatic 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 6 0 V8 U Automatic Manual 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 6 0L V8 N Automatic Manual 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 8 1L V8 G Automatic Manual 0 060 inches 1 52 mm 5 135 ...

Page 548: ... NOTES 5 136 ...

Page 549: ...ine 6 7 Maintenance Footnotes Gasoline Engine 6 9 Owner Checks and Services 6 11 At the First 100 1 000 and 6 000 Miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km 6 11 At Each Fuel Fill 6 11 At Least Once a Month 6 12 At Least Once a Year 6 12 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Gasoline Engine 6 14 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Gasoline Engines 6 18 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 19 Maintenance Record 6 20 Sectio...

Page 550: ...acement parts and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommend...

Page 551: ...within legal driving limits are driven off road in the recommended manner See Off Road Driving on page 4 16 use the recommended fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 6 The services in Scheduled Maintenance Gasoline Engine on page 6 4 should be performed when indicated See Additional Required Services Gasoline Engine on page 6 7 and Maintenance Footnotes Gasoline Engine on page 6 9 for further informa...

Page 552: ... for over a year However your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset Your 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 service your vehicle within 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last servic...

Page 553: ...e vehicle Lubricate chassis components See footnote Visually check for any leaks or damage See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner filter or change indicator if equipped If necessary replace filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter Gasoline Engines on page 5 25 See footnote p Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 81 and Tire Wear Inspection in...

Page 554: ... and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling system See footnote c Inspect wiper blades See footnote d Inspect restraint system components See footnote e Lubricate body components See footnote f Check transmission fluid level and add fluid as needed Inspect shields vehicles with diesel engine or with GVWR above 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg only See footnote n 6 6 ...

Page 555: ... Miles Kilometers 25 000 41 500 50 000 83 000 75 000 125 000 100 000 166 000 125 000 207 500 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Vehicles without a filter restriction indicator Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter Gasoline Engines on page 5 25 6 speed manual transmission only Change clutch fluid S...

Page 556: ...er normal service Four wheel drive with automatic transfer case only Change transfer case fluid See footnote g Inspect evaporative control system An Emission Control Service See footnotes and k Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service 5 speed manual transmission only Change manual transmission fluid Engine cooling system service or every five years whichever occ...

Page 557: ...nspect other brake parts including drums wheel cylinders calipers parking brake etc b Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Visually check constant velocity joints rubber boots and axle seals for leaks c Visually...

Page 558: ...ave your dealer perform this service See Engine Coolant on page 5 35 for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and filler neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap j A fluid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired and the fluid level checked Add fluid if needed k Inspect system Check all fuel and vapor lines ...

Page 559: ... 14 At the First 100 1 000 and 6 000 Miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km Check dual wheel nut torque For proper torque see Capacities and Specifications on page 5 133 At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 5 20 for further details Not...

Page 560: ...f necessary rotate the tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 81 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake on page 2 5...

Page 561: ...ly if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition to RUN but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to LOCK i...

Page 562: ...rake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact your GM Goodwrench dealer if service is required Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody Take c...

Page 563: ...lent DOT 3 brake fluid Hydraulic Clutch System 6 Speed Trans Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Use only GM Part No U S 88958860 in Canada 88901244 Super DOT 4 brake fluid Usage Fluid Lubricant Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Manual Transmission 5 Speed with Low Gear RPO MW3 GM Goodwrench Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid GM Part No U S 12346190 in Ca...

Page 564: ...g GM Specification 9986115 Rear Axle SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant GM Part No U S 12378261 in Canada 10953455 meeting GM Specification 9986115 Usage Fluid Lubricant Manual Transfer Case DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid Look for Approved for the H Specification on the label Automatic Transfer Case AUTO TRAK II Fluid GM Part No U S 12378508 in Canada 10953626 Front Axle Propshaft Spline...

Page 565: ...nt Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Usage Fluid Lubricant Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Hinges Latch Bolt and Linkage Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No U S 12345579 in Canada 992887 Weatherstrip Squeaks Synthetic Grease with Teflon Superlube GM Part No U S 12371287 in Canad...

Page 566: ...iesel Engine Supplement Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter High Capacity 10368768 A1518C Standard 25311916 A1519C Oil Filter 4 3L V6 25010792 PF47 4 8L V8 5 3L V8 6 0L V8 88984215 PF46 8 1L V8 25324052 PF454 Spark Plugs 4 3L V6 89017883 41 932 4 8L V8 5 3L V8 6 0L V8 12571164 41 985 8 1L V8 12578277 41 983 Wiper Blades ITTA Type 22 inches 56 0 cm 15153642 A1518C high...

Page 567: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing V6 Engines V8 Engines 6 19 ...

Page 568: ...ices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 11 can be added on the following record pages You should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 20 ...

Page 569: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 21 ...

Page 570: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 22 ...

Page 571: ...ide Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Collision Damage Repair 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects 7 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 14 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 15 Section 7 Customer ...

Page 572: ...ncourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield Dealership name and location Vehicle ...

Page 573: ... Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs Specific vehicle information can be found in one place The Online Owner Center allows you to Get e mail service reminders Access inform...

Page 574: ...United States GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 www GMC com 1 800 GMC 8782 462 8782 1 800 GMC 8583 462 8583 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 GMC 8782 462 8782 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 Canada General...

Page 575: ...s can reimburse you up to 1 000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more details or to determine your vehicle s eligibility visit gmmobility com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 993...

Page 576: ...thin 10 miles 16 km Emergency Tow Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident Assistance provided when the vehicle is mired in sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure Jump Start No st...

Page 577: ... reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notification Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive roadside assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States Please refer to the Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book Courtesy Transportation To enhance your ownership exp...

Page 578: ...ransportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs reimbursement of public transportation expenses may be available for up to a maximum of five days In addition should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available up to a five day maximum Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be suppo...

Page 579: ...ehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle like other modern motor vehicles has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle s performance Your vehicle uses on board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and if so equipped to provide anti l...

Page 580: ...ity is to be maintained and need is shown or share summary data which is not tied to a specific vehicle with non GM organizations for research purposes Others such as law enforcement may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar please check the OnStar subscription...

Page 581: ...ehicle Limited Warranty and any vehicle failure related to such parts are not covered by that warranty Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs Your GM dealer may have a collision repair center with GM trained technicians and state of the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision repair cente...

Page 582: ...s includes your insurance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle Gather the important information you will need from the other driver Things like name address phone number driver s license number vehicle license plate vehicle make model and model year Vehicle Identification Number VIN insurance company and policy number and a general description of the damage to the o...

Page 583: ...repairs you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as cost stays within reasonable limits Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your veh...

Page 584: ...30 Sparks Street Ottawa Ontario K1A 0N5 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 or write GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or wri...

Page 585: ...r service procedures adjustments and specifications for GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle In Canada information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be obt...

Page 586: ...ations are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at www helminc com Or you can write to Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 Prices are su...

Page 587: ...e Airbags 1 72 AM FM Radio 3 72 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 132 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 133 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 6 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 42 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 118 Care of Safety Belts 5 116 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 120 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 117 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 113 Fabric Carpet 5 114 Finish Care...

Page 588: ...ke System ABS 4 6 Emergencies 4 8 Parking 2 52 System Warning Light 3 41 Brakes 5 47 Braking 4 5 Braking in Emergencies 4 8 Break In New Vehicle 2 21 Bulb Replacement 5 63 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL and Cargo Lamp 5 67 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps 5 64 Halogen Bulbs 5 63 Headlamps 5 63 Pickup Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps 5 68 Replacement Bulbs 5 70 R...

Page 589: ...Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Regular and Extended Cab 1 59 1 65 Where to Put the Restraint 1 40 Chime Level Adjustment 3 133 Cigarette Lighter 3 20 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 118 Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 117 Fabric Carpet 5 114 Finish Care 5 117 Inside of Your Vehicle 5 113 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 115 Leather 5 115 Tires 5 119 Underbody Mai...

Page 590: ...sive Driving 4 2 Delayed Locking 2 10 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 5 Dome Lamp Override 3 19 Dome Lamps 3 18 Door Delayed Locking 2 10 Locks 2 8 Door cont Power Door Locks 2 9 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 10 Rear Door Security Locks 2 13 Rear Doors 2 14 Driver Position Safety Belt 1 16 Driver Information Center DIC 3 52 DIC Operation and Displays 3 53 DIC Vehicle Customization 3 64 DIC War...

Page 591: ... Overview 5 14 Exhaust 2 57 Fan Noise 5 45 Oil 5 20 Oil Life System 5 23 Overheated Protection Operating Mode 5 39 Overheating 5 37 Starting 2 23 Entry Lighting 3 19 Event Data Recorders EDR 7 9 Exit Lighting 3 19 Extender Safety Belt 1 30 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 25 Finish Damage 5 120 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 132 Flash to Pass 3 9 Flat Tire 5 90 Flat Tire Changing 5 91 Flat Tire Storing 5 108 F...

Page 592: ...r 3 33 Tachometer 3 34 Transmission Temperature 3 44 Voltmeter Gage 3 40 Garage Door Opener 2 75 Gasoline Octane 5 6 Specifications 5 6 Glove Box 2 79 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 7 5 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Head Restraints 1 7 Headlamps 3 14 5 63 Automatic Headlamp System 3 15 Bulb Replacement 5 63 Daytime Running Lamps 3 15 Flash to Pass 3 9 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Daytime Ru...

Page 593: ...try System 2 4 Keys 2 3 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 5 73 Lamps Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp 3 18 Cargo 3 19 Dome 3 18 Dome Lamp Override 3 19 Fog 3 17 Front Reading 3 19 LATCH System Child Restraints 1 42 Latches Seatback 1 8 Light Airbag Off 3 35 Airbag Readiness 3 35 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 3 42 Battery Warning 3 40 Brake System Warning 3 41 Cargo Lamp 3 50 Cruise Control 3 49 Four Wheel Driv...

Page 594: ...le cont At the First 100 1 000 and 6 000 Miles 160 1 600 and 10 000km 6 11 Introduction 6 2 Maintenance Footnotes 6 9 Maintenance Record 6 20 Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 18 Owner Checks and Services 6 11 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 14 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Using 6 3 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 46 Manual Seat...

Page 595: ...m Tampering 5 62 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 18 O Odometer 3 33 Odometer Trip 3 33 Off Road Driving 4 16 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Oil Engine 5 20 Pressure Gage 3 48 Oil Engine Oil Life System 5 23 Older Children Restraints 1 31 Online Owner Center 7 3 OnStar System see OnStar Manual 2 73 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Outlet Adjustment 3 30 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror 2 71 Camper Type Mir...

Page 596: ...Cassette Tape Player 3 131 Care of Your CD and DVD Player 3 132 Care of Your CDs and DVDs 3 132 Radio with Cassette and CD 3 85 Radio with CD 3 75 Radio with Six Disc CD 3 100 Rear Seat Audio 3 127 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS 3 71 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems RDS 3 71 Theft Deterrent 3 129 Understanding Reception 3 130 Rear Axle 5 58 Locking 4 ...

Page 597: ... Accessory Power RAP 2 23 Right Front Passenger Position Safety Belts 1 25 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 4 46 Routing Engine Drive Belt 6 19 Running the Engine While Parked 2 58 S Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 34 Safety Belts Care of 5 116 Center Front Passenger Position 1 25 Driver Position 1 16 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 16 Questions and Answers About...

Page 598: ...l Damage 5 119 Shifting Into Park P 2 53 Shifting Out of Park P 2 55 Signals Turn and Lane Change 3 7 Sliding Rear Windows 2 18 Snow Plow 4 54 Spare Tire 5 112 Installing 5 96 Removing 5 92 Storing 5 108 Specifications Capacities 5 133 Speedometer 3 33 Starting Your Engine 2 23 Steering 4 11 Steering Wheel Controls Audio 3 129 Steering Wheel Tilt Wheel 3 6 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area...

Page 599: ...87 Wheel Replacement 5 87 When It Is Time for New Tires 5 83 Tonneau Cover 2 80 Tow Haul Mode 2 31 Tow Haul Mode Light 3 50 Towing Power Take Off PTO 4 97 Recreational Vehicle 4 62 Towing cont Towing a Trailer 4 67 Your Vehicle 4 62 Traction Assist System TAS 4 8 Manual Selectable Ride 4 10 Off Light 3 43 Trailer Recommendations 4 96 Transmission Fluid Automatic 5 28 5 30 Fluid Manual 5 33 Tempera...

Page 600: ...dicators 3 31 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages 3 55 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 87 Different Size 5 85 Replacement 5 87 Where to Put the Restraint 1 40 Windows 2 16 Manual 2 16 Power 2 17 Sliding Rear 2 18 Swing Out Windows 2 18 Windshield Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 118 Windshield Washer 3 10 Flui...

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