GMC 2010 Tahoe Owner'S Manual Download

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Section 5

Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle

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Electric Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Towing

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Towing Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8

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Summary of Contents for 2010 Tahoe

Page 1: ... Operating Your Vehicle 3 3 Instrument Panel 4 1 Climate Controls 4 2 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 4 3 Driver Information Center DIC 4 12 Audio System s 4 14 Driving Your Vehicle 5 1 Your Driving the Road and the Vehicle 5 2 Towing 5 2 Service and Appearance Care 6 1 Service 6 2 Checking Things Under the Hood 6 3 Bulb Replacement 6 24 Electrical System 6 25 Tires 6 28 Appearance Care 6 56 C...

Page 2: ...nd on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division and or GMC wherever it appears in this manual Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer retailer or from On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce gui...

Page 3: ...pecific to the hybrid components of the vehicle It does not explain everything you need to know about the vehicle Read this supplement along with the owner manual to learn about the vehicle s features and controls Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of this supplement It is an alphabetical list of what is in the supplement and the page number where you will find it ii...

Page 4: ...2 NOTES iv ...

Page 5: ...on 1 2 Four Wheel Drive 1 2 Hybrid Features 1 3 Hybrid Safety Information 1 3 Fuel Economy Gage 1 4 Automatic Engine Start Stop Feature 1 4 Regenerative Braking 1 5 Battery 1 6 Service 1 6 Performance and Maintenance 1 6 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 1 6 1 1 ...

Page 6: ...example when 3 Third gear is selected 1 First through 3 Third gears are available Press the plus minus buttons located on the steering column shift lever to select the desired range of gears for current driving conditions See Automatic Transmission Operation in the owner manual Cruise control can be used while the vehicle is in Range Selection Mode Four Wheel Drive If the vehicle has four wheel dr...

Page 7: ...if you are driving off road in deep sand deep mud deep snow and while climbing or descending steep hills N Neutral Shift the vehicle s transfer case to N Neutral only when towing the vehicle See Recreational Vehicle Towing or Towing Your Vehicle in the index of the Owner Manual See Four Wheel Drive on page 3 10 Hybrid Features Hybrid Safety Information This vehicle has a standard 12 volt battery a...

Page 8: ...ng a Trailer on page 5 8 for more information Auto Stop The vehicle has an Auto Stop feature After a successful engine start the engine may turn off and operate in the Auto Stop mode Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal until you are ready for the vehicle to move Engine OFF and AUTO STOP modes are indicated on the tachometer display When the tachometer needle indicates OFF the engine is not ru...

Page 9: ...ehicle in the Two Mode Hybrid supplement to the owner manual Regenerative Braking Regenerative braking enables the electric drive motor to operate as a generator when coasting or braking Energy from the moving vehicle recharges the hybrid battery The hydraulic disc brakes work with the regenerative braking to insure effective braking The braking system is computer controlled and blends the regener...

Page 10: ... See Battery on page 6 16 Service Never try to do your own service on hybrid components You can be injured and the vehicle can be damaged if you try to do your own service work Service and repair of these hybrid components should only be performed by a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 6 2 Performance and Maintenance Tire Sealant...

Page 11: ...s 2 2 Power Seats Tahoe and Yukon Two Mode Hybrid 2 2 Manual Lumbar Tahoe and Yukon Two Mode Hybrid 2 2 Manual Reclining Seatbacks Tahoe and Yukon Two Mode Hybrid 2 3 Restraint System Check 2 3 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 2 3 2 1 ...

Page 12: ...control A forward or rearward Your vehicle may have additional features to adjust the power seat Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up or down Manual Lumbar Tahoe and Yukon Two Mode Hybrid Increase or decrease lumbar support by turning the control B forward or rearward 2 2 ...

Page 13: ...d Restraint System Check Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If an airbag inflates or the vehicle has been in a crash the vehicle s sensing system may command the automatic hybrid battery disconnect to open The battery will disconnect The hybrid battery will be off and the vehicle will not start The airbag readiness light and or SERVICE HYBRID SYSTEM warning message may come on in the d...

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Page 15: ...lternating Current 3 2 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 3 3 Starting the Vehicle 3 3 Automatic Transmission Operation 3 6 Four Wheel Drive 3 10 Shifting Into Park 3 15 Engine Coolant Heater 3 17 Regenerative Braking 3 18 Running the Vehicle While Parked 3 18 3 1 ...

Page 16: ...ore than 150 watts or a system fault is detected a protection circuit shuts off the power supply and the indicator light turns off To reset the circuit unplug the item and plug it back in or turn the Retained Accessory Power RAP off and then back on The power restarts when equipment using 150 watts or less is plugged into the outlet and a system fault is not detected The power outlet is not design...

Page 17: ...m to be shut off when you come to a complete stop Continued WARNING Continued However once the brake pedal is released the vehicle can move The vehicle s engine can also restart at any time Shift to P Park and turn the ignition to LOCK OFF before exiting the vehicle Start the engine as you would any other engine See Starting the Engine in the owner manual for more information on starting If pullin...

Page 18: ... if the engine is in Auto Stop With your foot off the brake and the vehicle on level ground the hybrid drive motor may cause the vehicle to roll slowly forward even when the engine is in Auto Stop Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal until you are ready for the vehicle to move Engine OFF and AUTO STOP modes are indicated on the tachometer display When the tachometer needle indicates OFF the en...

Page 19: ...ion demands require the use of the engine EV Mode The vehicle also has an Electric Vehicle EV mode which uses only the electric motor to move the vehicle With light acceleration the vehicle will drive in EV mode EV mode is unavailable when the vehicle is out of fuel If increased acceleration is required or the vehicle reaches approximately 40 km h 30 mph the engine will start automatically The eng...

Page 20: ...t to shift out of P Park See Shifting Into P Park in the Index of vehicle s owner manual for more information WARNING It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or...

Page 21: ...hout damaging the transmission see If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index of the vehicle s owner manual N Neutral In this position the engine and transmission are not connected with the wheels To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving use N Neutral only WARNING Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot i...

Page 22: ...he engine warms up Shifts may be more noticeable with a cold transmission This difference in shifting is normal M Manual Mode This position lets drivers select the range of gears appropriate for current driving conditions If the vehicle has this feature see Range Selection Mode later in this section Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator ...

Page 23: ...The Range Selection Mode controls the vehicle and engine speed while driving down a hill or towing a trailer by allowing you to select a desired range of gears When you move the shift lever into M the transmission will default to M4 In this gear range effective engine braking occurs at speeds above 45 mph 72 km h Pushing the minus button on the shift lever reduces the gear range In the M3 gear ran...

Page 24: ...liTrak System in the index of the Owner Manual for more information Front Axle The front axle engages and disengages automatically when you shift the transfer case Some delay for the axle to engage or disengage is normal Automatic Transfer Case The transfer case knob is located to the left of the instrument panel cluster Use this dial to shift into and out of four wheel drive You can choose among ...

Page 25: ...setting also engages the front axle and delivers extra torque You may never need this setting It sends maximum power to all four wheels You might choose Four Wheel Drive Low if you are driving off road in deep sand deep mud deep snow and while climbing or descending steep hills The vehicle has StabiliTrak Shifting into Four Wheel Drive Low will turn Traction Control and StabiliTrak off See Stabili...

Page 26: ... method for shifting into Four Wheel Drive Low is to have the vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph 1 6 to 3 2 km h Turn the knob to the Four Wheel Drive Low position You must wait for the Four Wheel Drive Low indicator light to stop flashing and remain on before shifting the transmission into gear Notice Shifting the transmission into gear before the Four Wheel Drive Low indicator light has stopped flashing ...

Page 27: ...ing between Four Wheel Drive Low and Four Wheel Drive High ranges or from N Neutral while the engine is running If the knob is turned to the Four Wheel Drive High AUTO or Two Wheel Drive High switch position when the vehicle is in gear and or moving the Four Wheel Drive High AUTO or Two Wheel Drive High indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but will not complete the shift unless the vehicle is...

Page 28: ...eel Drive High Four Wheel Drive High AUTO After the transfer case has shifted out of N Neutral the N Neutral light will go out 4 Release the parking brake prior to moving the vehicle Notice Shifting the transmission into gear before the Four Wheel Drive Low indicator light has stopped flashing could damage the transfer case To help avoid damaging the vehicle always wait for the Four Wheel Drive Lo...

Page 29: ... to roll even if the shift lever is in P Park So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in N Neutral If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 5 8 1 Hold the brake pedal down then set the parking brake See Parking Brake in the index of the Owner Manual for more information 2 Move the shift lever into the P Park position by pulling the shift lever toward you and moving it ...

Page 30: ...shift lever into P Park hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from P Park without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into P Park Torque Lock If parking on a hill and the transmission not shifted into P Park properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmissio...

Page 31: ...ve the wire tie which secures the electrical cord Do not cut the electrical cord 3 Plug the cord into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet WARNING 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...

Page 32: ...tor driven pump when it recharges the system This is normal In the event of a controller problem the brake pedal may be harder to push and the stopping distance may be longer Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know WARNING Exiting the vehicle without first shifting into P Park may cause the vehicle to mo...

Page 33: ...ght 4 4 Fuel Economy Gage 4 5 Brake System Warning Light 4 6 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 4 7 StabiliTrak Indicator Light 4 7 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 4 8 Oil Pressure Gage 4 8 Oil Pressure Light 4 10 Fuel Gage 4 11 Driver Information Center DIC 4 12 DIC Warnings and Messages 4 12 Audio System s 4 14 Navigation Radio System 4 14 4 1 ...

Page 34: ...control system automatically adjusts the fan speed and airflow direction The climate control system continues to adjust the climate control settings chosen for best use of electrical power At mild temperatures select a warmer air conditioner temperature or turn the air conditioner off to get maximum fuel economy Continuous air conditioner use can cause the vehicle to Auto Start more frequently Dur...

Page 35: ...Warning Lights Gages and Indicators Instrument Panel Cluster United States version shown Canada similar 4 3 ...

Page 36: ... Light This 12 V battery light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned to ON RUN but the engine is not running as a check to show it is working It should go out once the engine has been started If it stays on or comes on while driving there could be a problem with the 12 V charging system Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer retailer A 12 V charging system Driver Information Center DIC me...

Page 37: ...tor display in the green zone on the gage White Zones Decreased fuel efficiency driving behavior makes the indicator display in the two white zones The indicator in the white zone on the left side of the gage indicates decreased fuel efficiency with a large amount of decelerations The indicator in the white zone on the right side of the gage indicates decreased fuel efficiency with a large amount ...

Page 38: ...low brake fluid See the owner manual for more information United States Canada This light should come on briefly when the ignition key is turned to ON RUN If it does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem WARNING The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to...

Page 39: ...s not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 4 6 For vehicles with a Driver Information Center DIC see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 12 for all brake related DIC messages StabiliTrak Indicator Light For vehicles with StabiliTrak this warning light comes on briefly when the ignition is in ON RUN If it does not have the vehicl...

Page 40: ... over the 235 F 113 C mark However if the gage reaches the 260 F 125 C mark it indicates that the cooling system is working beyond its capacity Oil Pressure Gage United States Canada The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi pounds per square inch when the engine is running Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa kilopascals Oil pressure should be 29 to 80 psi 200 to 550 kPa In...

Page 41: ...n damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil AUTO STOP When the engine goes into Automatic Engine Stop the oil pressure gage drops to zero when the tachometer is at the AUTO STOP position This is normal and oil pressure returns to the normal operating range once the engine starts See Start...

Page 42: ...ould not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil This light comes on briefly as a check it works when the ignition is in ON RUN If it does not have the vehicle serviced If the light comes on and stays on it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly The vehicle could be low on oil and might have some other syst...

Page 43: ...ted are four situations that may occur with the fuel gage none of these indicate a problem At the gas station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads F 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...

Page 44: ...Vehicle on page 3 3 for more information DIC Warnings and Messages Warning messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some 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 ca...

Page 45: ...ll displayed or appears again when you begin driving the four wheel drive system needs service See your dealer retailer SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM If the 12V battery system faults or fails this message will appear on the DIC The battery charging system light will appear in the instrument panel cluster See Battery Warning Light in the owner manual Index Driving with this message on could drain...

Page 46: ...on System manual for more information To view the hybrid screen press the MENU button on the radio The hybrid screen displays when entering the Configuration Menu The display shows Auto Stop Battery Charging Engine Idle 2 Wheel and 4 Wheel Drive Modes for Engine Power Battery Power Hybrid Power 4 14 ...

Page 47: ...Section 5 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving the Road and the Vehicle 5 2 Electric Power Steering 5 2 Towing 5 2 Towing Your Vehicle 5 2 Recreational Vehicle Towing 5 2 Towing a Trailer 5 8 5 1 ...

Page 48: ...rces of rough roads This system does not use power steering fluid making it maintenance free Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer retailer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle needs to be towed Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome The two most common types of recreational veh...

Page 49: ... recommendations Is the vehicle ready to be towed Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed See Before Leaving on a Long Trip in the owner manual index Dinghy Towing Two Wheel Drive Vehicles Notice If the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground the drivetrain components could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle wa...

Page 50: ...s transfer case into N Neutral can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P Park The driver or others could be injured Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before the transfer case is shifted to N Neutral 4 Shift the transfer case to N Neutral See Shifting into N Neutral under Four Wheel Drive on page 3 10 for the proper procedure to select the Neutral position for the vehic...

Page 51: ...vehicle warranty Never tow the vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground Two wheel drive vehicles should not be towed with the rear wheels on the ground Two wheel drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed To dolly tow a two wheel drive vehicle the vehicle must be towed with the rear wheels on the dolly See Rear Towing Rear Wheels Off the Ground later in thi...

Page 52: ...nto N Neutral can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P Park The driver or others could be injured Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before the transfer case is shifted to N Neutral 5 Shift the transfer case to N Neutral See Shifting into N Neutral under Four Wheel Drive on page 3 10 6 Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer s instructions 7 Release ...

Page 53: ...llowing the manufacturer s instructions 6 Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position 7 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF Four Wheel Drive Vehicles Use the following procedure to dolly tow a four wheel drive vehicle from the rear 1 Attach the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer s instructions 2 Drive th...

Page 54: ...page 3 10 Towing a Trailer For more information see Towing a Trailer in the owner manual Index Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It depends on how the rig is used For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much the vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important It can depend on any special equipment on the vehicle and the amount of tongue weight t...

Page 55: ...not be exceeded Trailer Brakes If a trailer is being towed that has trailer brakes and the trailer brakes are manually applied while driving slower than 25 mph 40 km h the vehicle may go into auto stop mode even if the brakes are not being pressed Using the trailer brake system manually can make the hybrid vehicle perform as if the brake pedal in the vehicle is being pressed The trailer brake oper...

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Page 57: ...lb Replacement 6 24 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 6 24 Replacement Bulbs 6 25 Electrical System 6 25 High Voltage Devices and Wiring 6 25 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6 26 Underhood Fuse Block 6 26 Tires 6 28 Inflation Tire Pressure 6 28 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 6 29 Tire Inspection and Rotation 6 33 Tire Chains 6 34 If a Tire Goes Flat 6 34 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit...

Page 58: ...the proper knowledge and tools WARNING You can be injured and the vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before attempting any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily...

Page 59: ...p a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed See Maintenance Record in the owner manual Checking Things Under the Hood High Voltage Devices and Wiring WARNING Exposure to high voltage can cause shock burns and even death The high voltage systems in your vehicle can only be serviced by technicians with special training High voltage devices are i...

Page 60: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on your vehicle you will see 6 4 ...

Page 61: ...omatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid It is usually not necessary to check the transmission fluid level The only reason for fluid loss is a transmission leak or overheating the transmission If you suspect a small leak then use the following checking procedures to check the fluid level However if there is a large leak then it may be necessary to have the ve...

Page 62: ...p Fuel button or trip odometer reset stem until TRANS TEMP Transmission Temperature displays on the Driver Information Center DIC 6 Using the TRANS TEMP reading determine and perform the appropriate check procedure If the TRANS TEMP reading is not within the required temperature ranges allow the vehicle to cool or operate the vehicle until the appropriate transmission fluid temperature is reached ...

Page 63: ...is procedure to check the transmission fluid level when the transmission fluid temperature is between 60 C and 75 C 140 F and 167 F The hot check is the most accurate method to check the fluid level The hot check should be performed at the first opportunity in order to verify the cold check The fluid level rises as fluid temperature increases so it is important to ensure the transmission temperatu...

Page 64: ...take much fluid generally less than 0 5 Liter 1 Pint Do not overfill 6 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way Consistency of Readings Always check the fluid level at least twice using the procedure described previously Consistency repeatable readings is important to maintaining proper fluid level If readings are still inconsistent contact your dealer re...

Page 65: ... differently than the vehicle s main cooling system The DMCM cooling system includes the DMCM coolant surge tank DMCM surge tank pressure cap DMCM cooling pumps hybrid cooling radiator and the Drive Motor Generator Control Module DMCM The DMCM cooling system uses a 50 50 pre mixed DEX COOL coolant and deionized water available at your dealer retailer See Engine Coolant and Cooling System in the ow...

Page 66: ...re is a leak in the hybrid cooling system can cause the hybrid cooling system to lose all coolant and can damage the system Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle or run the engine How to Add Coolant to the DMCM Coolant Surge Tank If no problem has been found yet check to see if coolant is visible in the DMCM coolant surge tank If coolant is visible add pre mixed DEX COOL coolant availabl...

Page 67: ...your warranty Always use a pre mixed DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle WARNING 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 If the DMCM coolant is empty the vehicle must be serviced by your dealer and a special fill procedure must be followed Notice A...

Page 68: ... surge tank 5 Add the pre mixed DEX COOL available at your dealer retailer until the coolant level is maintained at the FULL COLD mark This should take no longer than two minutes of hybrid cooling pump operation If the level cannot be kept at the FULL COLD level your vehicle may need service See your dealer retailer 6 Then replace the DMCM coolant surge tank pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap i...

Page 69: ... the brakes will not work well Do not top off the brake fluid Adding fluid does not correct a leak If fluid is added when the linings are worn there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed Add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system WARNING If too much brake fluid is added it can spill on the engine and burn if the engine is hot e...

Page 70: ...see if there is a leak After work is done on the brake hydraulic system make sure the level with the engine running is in the proper operating range B between the MIN and MAX marks What to Add Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid from a sealed container See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the owner manual Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This...

Page 71: ...ke Wear This vehicle has disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound can come and go or be heard all the time the vehicle is moving except when applying the brake pedal firmly WARNING The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well That could lead to an acc...

Page 72: ... is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking The vehicle was designed and tested with top quality brake parts When parts of the braking system are replaced for example when the brake linings wear down and new ones are installed be sure to get new approved replacement parts If this is not done the brakes might not work pro...

Page 73: ... more information DANGER Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage WARNING Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you are not careful See Jump Starting on page 6 18 for tips on working aroun...

Page 74: ...urn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you do not follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you Notice Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle that would not be covered by the warranty Trying to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work and it could damage the vehicle 1 Check ...

Page 75: ...t in N Neutral Notice If you leave the radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure they could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by the warranty Always turn off the radio and other accessories when jump starting the vehicle 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlets Turn off...

Page 76: ...othing and tools away from any underhood electric fan WARNING Using an open flame near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount o...

Page 77: ...e vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive goes to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or a solid engine ground Do not connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too Do not connect t...

Page 78: ...minal on the vehicle with the dead battery 10 Connect the other end of the negative cable to the remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 12 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...

Page 79: ...ct the jumper cables from both vehicles 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 to its original position ...

Page 80: ...idemarker Lamp If the taillamp stoplamp A need to be replaced see your dealer retailer 1 Open the liftgate See Power Liftgate in the owner s manual index 2 Remove the two screws from the taillamp assembly 3 Pull the taillamp assembly rearward until the inner pins on the taillamp assembly are disengaged from the vehicle 6 24 ...

Page 81: ...ot done the taillamp assembly cannot be correctly installed Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back up Lamp and Rear Turn Signal Lamp 3156 Sidemarker Lamp 194 For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer retailer Electrical System High Voltage Devices and Wiring WARNING Exposure to high voltage can cause shock burns and even death The high voltage systems in your vehicle can ...

Page 82: ... use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can The vehicle also has a special fuse in the battery box for the 300 volt batteries If this fuse has failed and needs to be replaced the vehicle will be disabled and you will need to have the vehicle repaired by your dealer retailer Do not attempt to self service this fuse Underhood Fuse Block Hybrid Auxiliary Underhood Fuse B...

Page 83: ...enerator Control Module 2 10 BECM J Case Usage FAN 1 Cooling Fan 1 TRANS PUMP Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Pump FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2 CAB HTR PMP Cab Heater Pump Relays Usage FAN LOW Cooling Fan Low Speed Relay FAN MID 1 Cooling Fan Mid 1 FAN HI Cooling Fan High Speed Relay FAN MID 2 Cooling Fan Mid 2 FAN CNTRL Cooling Fan Control 6 27 ...

Page 84: ...ad hazards A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to your vehicle This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold 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 additional...

Page 85: ...er of the tire valve Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Pressure Monitor Operation This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS The TPMS is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists TPMS sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel a...

Page 86: ...r an example of the Tire and Loading Information label and its location on your vehicle Also see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 28 Your vehicle s TPMS can warn you about a low tire pressure condition but it does not replace normal tire maintenance See Tire Inspection and Rotation and Tires in the Index of the owner manual for more information Notice Using non approved tire sealants could damage...

Page 87: ...or matching process is performed successfully See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged The DIC message and the TPMS malfunction light should go off when the TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor matching process is performed successfully See your dealer retailer for service Replacement tires or wheels do not match your vehicle s ori...

Page 88: ...verall to match all four tire wheel positions If it takes longer than two minutes to match the first tire and wheel or more than five minutes to match all four tire and wheel positions the matching process stops and you need to start over The TPMS sensor matching process is outlined below 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition switch to ON RUN with the engine off 3 Press Q and K on the Remote...

Page 89: ...ls See When It Is Time for New Tires and Wheel Replacement in the Index of the owner manual for more information 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 in the Index of the owner manual When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here After the tires ha...

Page 90: ...kit There is no spare tire no tire changing equipment and no place to store a tire It is unusual for a tire to blow out while you are driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it is much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blow out here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire creates a dr...

Page 91: ...d by a nail or other similar road hazard the tire inflator kit may be used to repair the damaged tire temporarily The kit uses a liquid tire sealant to seal small punctures in the tread area of the tire After repairing a tire with the tire inflator kit take your vehicle to an authorized retailer to have the tire inspected and repaired as soon as possible The tire sealant is a temporary repair only...

Page 92: ...ins Carbon Monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death Never run the engine in an enclosed area that has no fresh air ventilation For more information see Engine Exhaust in the owner manual WARNING Over inflating a tire could cause the tire to rupture and you or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the tire sealant and compressor kit instru...

Page 93: ...ire The tire sealant and compressor can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to inch 6 mm in the tread area of the tire It can also be used to inflate an under inflated tire If the tire has been separated from the wheel has damaged sidewalls or has a large puncture the tire is too severely damaged for the tire sealant and compressor kit to be effective See Roadside Assistance Program in the ow...

Page 94: ...of the Sealant Canister following There is only enough sealant to seal one tire After usage the sealant canister and sealant air hose assembly must be replaced See Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister following Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a Punctured Tire Follow the directions closely for correct sealant usage When using the tire sealant an...

Page 95: ...into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets See Accessory Power Outlet s in the owner manual If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet do not use the cigarette lighter If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter use the cigarette lighter Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door or window 7 Start the vehicle The vehicle must be running w...

Page 96: ... kit cannot inflate the tire Remove the power plug from the accessory power outlet and unscrew the inflating hose from the tire valve See Roadside Assistance Program in the owner manual 10 Press the on off button D to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off The tire is not sealed and will continue to leak air until the vehicle is driven and the sealant is distributed in the tire therefore Ste...

Page 97: ...han 10 psi 68 kPa below the recommended inflation pressure stop driving the vehicle The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire See Roadside Assistance Program in the owner manual If the tire pressure has not dropped more than 10 psi 68 kPa from the recommended inflation pressure inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure 19 Wipe off any sealant from the ...

Page 98: ...lant and Compressor Kit Storage on page 6 55 2 Unlock the air only hose F from the sealant canister B by pulling up on the lever 3 Pull the air only hose F from the sealant canister B 4 Remove the power plug C from the air compressor A 5 Place the kit on the ground Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground so the hose will reach it 6 Remove the tire valve stem cap by turning ...

Page 99: ...inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 28 The pressure gage E may read higher than the actual tire pressure while the compressor is on Turn the compressor off to get an accurate reading The compressor may be turned on off until the correct pressure is reached 12 Press the on off button D to turn the tire sealant and compresso...

Page 100: ... lever 2 Pull the air only hose F from the sealant canister B 3 Unwrap the sealant air hose F from the compressor A 4 Turn the sealant canister B so the inflator filling hose is aligned with the slot in the compressor 5 Lift the sealant canister B from the compressor and replace with a new sealant canister See your dealer retailer for more information 6 44 ...

Page 101: ...lant air hose F around the air compressor channel to stow it in its original location 4 Push the air compressor inflator hose F onto the sealant canister inlet and push the lever down Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit With Selector Switch System Identification If the vehicle has the tire sealant and compressor kit shown above see the operating instructions that follow 6 45 ...

Page 102: ...ains Carbon Monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death Never run the engine in an enclosed area that has no fresh air ventilation For more information see Engine Exhaust in the owner manual WARNING Over inflating a tire could cause the tire to rupture and you or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the tire sealant and compressor kit instr...

Page 103: ...mpressor can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to inch 6 mm in the tread area of the tire It can also be used to inflate an under inflated tire If the tire has been separated from the wheel has damaged sidewalls or has a large puncture the tire is too severely damaged for the tire sealant and compressor kit to be effective See Roadside Assistance Program in the owner manual Read and follow ...

Page 104: ...of the Sealant Canister following There is only enough sealant to seal one tire After usage the sealant canister and sealant air hose assembly must be replaced See Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister following Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a Punctured Tire Follow the directions closely for correct sealant usage When using the tire sealant an...

Page 105: ...ry power outlets See Accessory Power Outlet s in the owner manual If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet do not use the cigarette lighter If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter use the cigarette lighter Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door or window 7 Start the vehicle The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor 8 Turn the selector switch A counterclockwise to the...

Page 106: ... kit cannot inflate the tire Remove the power plug from the accessory power outlet and unscrew the inflating hose from the tire valve See Roadside Assistance Program in the owner manual 11 Press the on off button B to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off The tire is not sealed and will continue to leak air until the vehicle is driven and the sealant is distributed in the tire therefore Ste...

Page 107: ...an 10 psi 68 kPa below the recommended inflation pressure stop driving the vehicle The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire See Roadside Assistance Program in the owner manual If the tire pressure has not dropped more than 10 psi 68 kPa from the recommended inflation pressure inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure 20 Wipe off any sealant from the w...

Page 108: ...ower plug H 3 Place the kit on the ground 4 Remove the tire valve stem cap from the flat tire by turning it counterclockwise 5 Attach the air only hose G onto the tire valve stem by turning it clockwise until it is tight 6 Plug the power plug H into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets See Accessory Power Outlet s in the owner manual If the ...

Page 109: ...ned on off until the correct pressure is reached If you inflate the tire higher than the recommended pressure you can adjust the excess pressure by pressing the pressure deflation button D until the proper pressure reading is reached This option is only functional when using the air only hose G 11 Press the on off button B to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off Be careful while handling t...

Page 110: ...sed to inflate air mattresses balls etc Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister To remove the sealant canister 1 Unwrap the sealant hose 2 Press the canister release button 3 Pull up and remove the canister 4 Replace with a new canister which is available from your dealer retailer 5 Push the new canister into place 6 54 ...

Page 111: ...panel over the rear wheelhouse To access the tire sealant and compressor kit 1 Remove the tray by pulling up on the finger depression to access the tire sealant and compressor kit 2 Locate the tire sealant and compressor kit 3 Remove the sealant and compressor kit without a selector switch by pulling the velcro strip up and back 6 55 ...

Page 112: ...and compressor kit from its plastic tray assembly To store the tire sealant and compressor kit reverse the steps Appearance Care Vehicle Care Appearance Materials When scraping the windshield glass to remove ice and snow stay clear of the hybrid decal To have the hybrid decals removed from the vehicle please see your dealer retailer 6 56 ...

Page 113: ...oling System 2 9 qt 2 7 L 6 0L V8 Engine Cooling System 18 3 qt 17 3 L Fuel Tank 24 5 gal 92 7 L Transmission fluid capacity is approximate See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 6 5 for information on checking fluid level All capacities are approximate Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 6 0LV8 J Automatic 0 040 in 1 02 mm 6 57 ...

Page 114: ...2 NOTES 6 58 ...

Page 115: ...Section 7 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule 7 2 At Least Once a Year 7 2 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 2 Engine Drive Belt Routing 7 2 7 1 ...

Page 116: ...s identified below are specific to the hybrid vehicle and can be obtained from your dealer retailer See the owner manual for the other fluids and lubricants recommended for the vehicle Usage Fluid Lubricant Drive Motor Generator Control Module DMCM Cooling System Always use the pre mixed 50 50 mixture of de ionized water and DEX COOL silicate free coolant available at your dealer retailer See Driv...

Page 117: ...l Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 6 24 C Canadian Owners ii Capacities and Specifications 6 57 Chains Tire 6 34 Charging System Light 4 4 Climate Controls 4 2 Compressor Kit Tire Sealant 6 35 6 45 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 4 8 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap DMCM 6 8 Cooling System DMCM 6 9 D Drive Motor Generator Control Module DMCM Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 6 8 Drive Motor Generator Cont...

Page 118: ...age 4 5 G Gages Engine Coolant Temperature 4 8 Fuel 4 11 Fuel Economy 4 5 Oil Pressure 4 8 Tachometer 4 4 H High Voltage Devices and Wiring 6 3 I Inflation Tire Pressure 6 28 Instrument Panel Cluster 4 3 Introduction iii J Jump Starting 6 18 L Lights Antilock Brake System ABS Warning 4 7 Brake System Warning 4 6 Charging System 4 4 Oil Pressure 4 10 StabiliTrak Indicator 4 7 Lumbar Manual Controls...

Page 119: ...dios Navigation Radio System 4 14 Reclining Seatbacks Manual 2 3 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 2 Regenerative Braking 3 18 Restraint System Check Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 2 3 Running the Vehicle While Parked 3 18 S Sealant Kit Tire 6 35 6 45 Seats Manual Lumbar 2 2 Manual Reclining Seatbacks 2 3 Power Seats 2 2 Service Doing Your Own Work 6 2 Specifications and Capaciti...

Page 120: ... Tire Goes Flat 6 34 Inflation Pressure 6 28 Inspection and Rotation 6 33 Sealant and Compressor Kit 6 35 6 45 6 55 Towing Towing Your Vehicle 5 2 Trailer 5 8 Transmission Automatic Fluid 6 5 V Vehicle Running While Parked 3 18 Voltage Devices and Wiring 6 3 W Wiring High Voltage Devices 6 3 i 4 ...

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