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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’ll be using include the bottle jack (A), the
wheel blocks (B), the jack handle (C), the jack handle
extensions (D), and the wheel wrench (E).

1. Remove the center cap by placing the chisel end of

the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and
gently prying the cap out.

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Summary of Contents for Denali 2004

Page 1: ...es and Indicators 3 27 Driver Information Center DIC 3 46 Audio System s 3 64 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 48 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5...

Page 2: ...his manual in it so the new owner can use it Canadian Owners You can obtain a French copy of this manual from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manua...

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

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

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

Page 6: ...NOTES vi...

Page 7: ...for Children and Small Adults 1 27 Safety Belt Extender 1 29 Child Restraints 1 29 Older Children 1 29 Infants and Young Children 1 32 Child Restraint Systems 1 36 Where to Put the Restraint 1 39 Top...

Page 8: ...Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates 1 66 Air Bag Off Switch 1 68 Passenger Sensing System 1 73 Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 78 Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 78 R...

Page 9: ...eat by raising or lowering the forward edge of the control Raise or lower the rear of the seat by raising or lowering the rear edge of the control Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the whole...

Page 10: ...nction which allows seat settings to be saved and recalled See Memory Seat on page 2 45 for more information Heated Seats The buttons used to control this feature are located on the front doors The en...

Page 11: ...s for the seatback only Press the horizontal button again to heat the whole seat The heated front seats will shut off automatically when the ignition is turned off Reclining Seatbacks Your vehicles fr...

Page 12: ...s The shoulder belt can t do its job In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt fo...

Page 13: ...To lower the head restraint press the release button while you push the head restraint down The head restraints tilt forward and rearward also To tilt the head restraint forward grasp the top of the r...

Page 14: ...do the following 1 Push rearward on the seat cushion while pulling up on the release strap under the seat cushion 2 Pull the seat cushion downward until it latches 3 After pulling the seat cushion dow...

Page 15: ...ryone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3 29 In most states and in...

Page 16: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 10...

Page 17: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 11...

Page 18: ...nel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make...

Page 19: ...belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most pro...

Page 20: ...to know which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder...

Page 21: ...p on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to sl...

Page 22: ...oo loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury Th...

Page 23: ...n be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause se...

Page 24: ...red 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...

Page 25: ...riously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much...

Page 26: ...across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can w...

Page 27: ...you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured i...

Page 28: ...n how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 14 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one th...

Page 29: ...belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Saf...

Page 30: ...in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Her...

Page 31: ...k 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 29 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be ab...

Page 32: ...r even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden...

Page 33: ...seats and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger in the rear seat Here...

Page 34: ...e position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1 24 Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt e...

Page 35: ...for you The extender will be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit To wear it just attach it t...

Page 36: ...d 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 th...

Page 37: ...the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the...

Page 38: ...elt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the ag...

Page 39: ...esn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb...

Page 40: ...bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restra...

Page 41: ...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...

Page 42: ...or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against...

Page 43: ...es such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and...

Page 44: ...h strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has stra...

Page 45: ...straint would be very close to the inflating air bag Be sure the air bag is off before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even tho...

Page 46: ...secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap or top tether It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision For i...

Page 47: ...be placed If you have an adjustable head restraint route the top strap under it CAUTION Each top tether bracket is designed to anchor only one child restraint Attaching more than one child restraint...

Page 48: ...nt passenger seat behind the seat near the floor Rear Seat Top Strap Anchors You ll find the top strap anchors for the rear seating positions near the top of the seatback In addition to the top strap...

Page 49: ...on the seatback Then attach the top strap to the anchor point at the center rear seating position When using a child restraint with a top strap in the center rear position route the top strap through...

Page 50: ...assenger and the center rear seating positions This system designed to make installation of child restraints easier does not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead it uses vehicle anchors A B and chil...

Page 51: ...ack meets the seat cushion CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be s...

Page 52: ...ions will show you how Also see Top Strap on page 1 40 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top tether fr...

Page 53: ...ploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off General Motors recommends that rear facing child restraints be transported in vehicles with a rear seat that will accommodate a rear f...

Page 54: ...o Put the Restraint on page 1 39 If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat position move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child...

Page 55: ...int instructions will show you how Also see Top Strap on page 1 40 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 7 If your vehicle has the passenger sensing syste...

Page 56: ...sconnect the LATCH attachments from LATCH anchorages If you had turned the air bag off with the switch remember to be sure to use the air bag off switch to turn on the right front passenger s air bag...

Page 57: ...ethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 44 See Top Strap on page 1 40 if the child restraint has one If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you ll be using the lap shoulder belt to...

Page 58: ...elt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set...

Page 59: ...t helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint...

Page 60: ...perly If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 44 See Top Strap on page 1 40 if the child restraint has one If...

Page 61: ...able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restra...

Page 62: ...r s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Be sure the air bag is off before using a rear facing child restraint in t...

Page 63: ...ff Here is why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child res...

Page 64: ...ure 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 h...

Page 65: ...elt 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...

Page 66: ...senger seat unless the air bag is off If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit turn the vehicle off Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restr...

Page 67: ...l move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger If you had turned the air bag off with the switch remember to be sure to use the air bag off switch to turn on the right...

Page 68: ...y belt even if you have air bags Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Air...

Page 69: ...lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is d...

Page 70: ...Where Are the Air Bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 64...

Page 71: ...l that doesn t 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 25 mph 32 to 40 km h The t...

Page 72: ...ded by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But air bags would not help you in many types of collisi...

Page 73: ...ervice manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts Your vehicle is equipped with electronic frontal sensors which help the sensing system distinguish between a moderate and a more s...

Page 74: ...on the instrument panel that you can use to turn off the right front passenger s air bag The switch will look like one of the following illustrations United States with Passenger Sensing System United...

Page 75: ...AIR BAG OFF if the person in the right front passenger s position is a member of a passenger risk group identified by the national government as follows Canada with Passenger Sensing System Canada wi...

Page 76: ...essary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition Medical Condition A passenger has a medical condition which according to his or her physi...

Page 77: ...comes on when you have turned off the air bag it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system The right front passenger s air bag could inflate even though the switch is off If this ever...

Page 78: ...t your ignition key into the switch push in and move the switch to the AUTO position United States with Passenger Sensing System United States without Passenger Sensing System Canada with Passenger Se...

Page 79: ...ther of the indicators pictured below then your vehicle does not have the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger s frontal air bag under certain...

Page 80: ...close to the inflating air bag Be sure the air bag is off before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sen...

Page 81: ...page 1 46 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the...

Page 82: ...g in the right front passenger s seat but the off indicator is lit it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat or the air bag off switch is in the off position If this happens...

Page 83: ...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 after...

Page 84: ...of the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Adding Eq...

Page 85: ...dure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buck...

Page 86: ...r 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...

Page 87: ...l Wheel Drive 2 25 Parking Brake 2 25 Shifting Into Park P 2 26 Shifting Out of Park P 2 28 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 29 Engine Exhaust 2 29 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 30 Mirrors...

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

Page 89: ...2 36 for more information Remote Keyless Entry System Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This devi...

Page 90: ...keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle UNLOCK Pressing this button once will unlock the driver s door The interior lamps will come on Pressing UNLOCK again within three seconds will cau...

Page 91: ...s entry transmitter should last about two years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the t...

Page 92: ...our dealer for service Doors and Locks Door Locks CAUTION Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locke...

Page 93: ...f your vehicle is equipped with power door locks press the raised side of the switch with the lock symbol on either front door to lock all the doors at once Press the recessed side of the switch with...

Page 94: ...position 2 Press unlock twice on the remote keyless entry transmitter This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition You can also program this feature using the DIC See Delayed Locking un...

Page 95: ...ar 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 the program...

Page 96: ...itch 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...

Page 97: ...fully close a rear access door before you can close the front door To open a rear access door from the inside the front door must be opened first Then use the handle located on the inside of the rear...

Page 98: ...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...

Page 99: ...e with the windows closed is dangerous They can 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 ve...

Page 100: ...ar of the switch with the power window symbol on it to lower the window or press the front of the switch to raise the window Express Down Windows The driver and passenger windows also has an express d...

Page 101: ...so have an extension that can be pulled out for additional glare protection Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors Your vehicle may have this feature If it does pull the sun visor down and lift the mirror c...

Page 102: ...r the remote keyless entry transmitter the alarm will go off Depending on how you have programmed the alarm in the secondary information center the horn may sound the headlamps may flash or both the h...

Page 103: ...heft deterrent system Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cyli...

Page 104: ...linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer d...

Page 105: ...rt when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Notice Do not try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is st...

Page 106: ...ops again do the same thing but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine Notice Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your...

Page 107: ...d into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unpl...

Page 108: ...roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured CAUTION Continued CAUTION...

Page 109: ...s 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 You ll shift down to the next gear and have more pow...

Page 110: ...hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission If you are stuck do not spin the tires When stopping on a hill use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place On cold days approximately...

Page 111: ...ot A chime will activate and the warning light will flash when the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is moving at least 3 mph 5 km h for at least three seconds To release the parking brake hold...

Page 112: ...will not move even when you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow With four wheel drive if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever i...

Page 113: ...the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Do not leave your vehicle with the engine runnin...

Page 114: ...can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system which locks the shift lever in PARK when the ignition is in the LOCK...

Page 115: ...consciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was...

Page 116: ...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 shift lever is not fully in PAR...

Page 117: ...e far 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 Fah...

Page 118: ...ompass 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...

Page 119: ...he 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 Pass...

Page 120: ...ry function which works in conjunction with the memory seats See Memory Seats in the Index for more information Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors If your vehicle is equipped with this feature the control...

Page 121: ...he glare of any headlamps behind you This feature is controlled by the on and off settings on the electrochromic mirror See Electrochromic Mirror Operation under Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with...

Page 122: ...r System OnStar uses global positioning system GPS satellite technology wireless communications and state of the art call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety security information and co...

Page 123: ...ices Personal Concierge OnStar Personal Calling With OnStar Personal Calling you have a safer way to stay connected while driving It s a hands free wireless phone that s integrated into your vehicle Y...

Page 124: ...k com or by calling 1 800 355 3515 If your vehicle is equipped with the HomeLink Transmitter it complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this devic...

Page 125: ...are clear of the garage door or gate operator you are programming When programming a garage door it is advised to park outside of the garage It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your h...

Page 126: ...the programming of a rolling code equipped device most commonly a garage door opener 6 Locate in the garage the garage door opener receiver motor head unit Locate the Learn or Smart button This can us...

Page 127: ...er until the frequency signal has been successfully accepted by HomeLink The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 4 under Programming HomeLink to complete Usin...

Page 128: ...oth buttons For questions or comments contact HomeLink at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Storage Areas Glove Box To open your glove box pull the lever upward and pull the door d...

Page 129: ...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...

Page 130: ...ed 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...

Page 131: ...2 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...

Page 132: ...number by pressing and releasing the 1 or 2 button The seat will move to the stored memory position 2 Adjust the seat to the desired exit position 3 Press and hold the exit button of the memory contro...

Page 133: ...ystem Warning Light 3 37 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 38 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 38 Transmission Temperature Gage 3 39 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 3 40 Oil Pressure Gage 3 43 Cruise...

Page 134: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 2...

Page 135: ...ee Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 3 19 J Instrument Panel Fuse Block See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 105 K Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 9 L Audio Steering Wheel Cont...

Page 136: ...hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again...

Page 137: ...r is located on the lower left side of the column To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the...

Page 138: ...out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and a...

Page 139: ...o The wipers will stop after one wipe If you want more wipes hold the band on mist longer N Delay You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light r...

Page 140: ...then either stop or return to your preset speed CAUTION In freezing weather do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking you...

Page 141: ...slippery roads On such 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 yo...

Page 142: ...o 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...

Page 143: ...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 take...

Page 144: ...ntrol to this position puts the system into automatic headlamp mode Parking Lamps Turning the control to this position turns on the parking lamps together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps...

Page 145: ...or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay I...

Page 146: ...PARK P and the light sensor determines it is daytime When the DRL are on only your DRL lamps will be on The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on The instrument panel won t be lit up eithe...

Page 147: ...your headlamps Never use the fog lamps in the dark without turning on the headlamps The fog lamps will go off whenever the high beam headlamps come on When the high beams go off the fog lamps will co...

Page 148: ...s are on To turn on the dome lamps with the vehicle doors closed turn the thumbwheel all the way up Exit Lighting With exit lighting the interior lamps will come on when you remove the key from the ig...

Page 149: ...ted next to the exterior lamps control all the way up In this position the dome lamps will remain on whether the doors are opened or closed E You can use the dome override button located below the ext...

Page 150: ...a on page 2 42 for more information There is also one accessory power outlet located on the rear of the center console Lift up on the doors to access the outlets Certain electrical accessories may not...

Page 151: ...e cigarette lighter push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating will not allow the lighter to back away f...

Page 152: ...de See Recirculation later in this section Turn the knob counterclockwise or clockwise to lower or increase the cabin temperature The display will show the temperature setting decreasing or increasing...

Page 153: ...e setting of 90 F 32 C the system will remain at the maximum heat setting Choosing either maximum setting will not cause the vehicle to heat or cool any faster Be careful not to cover the sensor locat...

Page 154: ...outlets 6 Floor This setting will deliver air to the floor outlets Defog See Defogging and Defrosting later in this section Recirculation Press this button to limit the amount of outside air entering...

Page 155: ...r you press AUTO the display will change to show the following The current driver s set temperature and an arrow for five seconds The current passenger s set temperature setting and an arrow for five...

Page 156: ...n 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 c...

Page 157: ...ally run to help dehumidify the air and dry the windshield Rear Window Defogger If your vehicle has this feature the lines you see on the rear window warm the glass The rear window defogger uses a war...

Page 158: ...airflow toward either seating area the floor or upward Move the center louvers up or down to direct the airflow Operation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice snow or any other obstruc...

Page 159: ...he engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your v...

Page 160: ...is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you have and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and econom...

Page 161: ...display the number of hours the engine has run To display the hour meter turn the ignition off press and hold the reset button for at least four seconds The hour meter will be displayed for up to 30...

Page 162: ...ur vehicle and it will flash for a few seconds Then the light should go out This means the system is ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are...

Page 163: ...United States without Passenger Sensing System Canada with Passenger Sensing System 3 31...

Page 164: ...ave the extra protection of an air bag In a crash the air bag wouldn t be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Don t turn off the passenger s air bag unless the person sitting the...

Page 165: ...he right front passenger s position for example don t secure a rear facing child restraint in your vehicle until you have your vehicle serviced Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator If your vehicle has t...

Page 166: ...very close to the inflating air bag Don t use a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat unless the air bag has been turned off If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the p...

Page 167: ...y not have the protection of the air bag See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index Battery Warning Light If this light is displayed when the engine is running you may have a problem with your charging...

Page 168: ...perating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended period This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle As engine speeds ar...

Page 169: ...ystem inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the...

Page 170: ...t have anti lock brakes and there s a problem with your regular brakes In addition to both lights you will also hear a chime sound on the first occurrence of a problem and each time the vehicle is sh...

Page 171: ...al shifting patterns when the transmission fluid temperature falls below 260 F 127 C See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 46 for further information If the transmission fluid reaches temperatur...

Page 172: ...may be to let the transmission cool down If the transmission is operated at higher temperatures on a frequent basis see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for the proper transmission maintenance inter...

Page 173: ...his light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control syste...

Page 174: ...on on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on If you experience one or mo...

Page 175: ...ry with engine speed outside temperature and oil viscosity but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerousl...

Page 176: ...enever you set your cruise control See Cruise Control under Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 5 Tow Haul Mode Light This light is displayed when the Tow Haul mode has been activated For more i...

Page 177: ...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...

Page 178: ...d you will turn off or acknowledge DIC messages by using the trip odometer reset stem located on the instrument panel cluster DIC Operation and Displays The DIC comes on when the ignition is on After...

Page 179: ...he select button When it is on you will also be able to scroll through the following by pressing the trip information button PERSONAL XXXXXX X MI This shows the current distance traveled since the las...

Page 180: ...MI or BUSINESS XX MI while they are displayed by pressing the reset stem on the cluster If you press and hold the reset stem or select button for four seconds the display will show the distance trave...

Page 181: ...hicle is not equipped with DIC steering wheel control buttons you will not be able to display the fuel information Fuel Range Press the fuel information button until RANGE appears to display the remai...

Page 182: ...system is reset The DIC does not replace the need to maintain your vehicle as recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual Also the oil change reminder will not detect dusty conditions or en...

Page 183: ...g choices ALARM WARNING BOTH default The headlamps will flash and the horn will chirp when the alarm is active ALARM WARNING OFF There will be no alarm warning on activation ALARM WARNING HORN The hor...

Page 184: ...four options and press the personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature For more information on automatic door locks see Programmable Automatic...

Page 185: ...put the key in the ignition SEAT POSITION RECALL ON REMOTE The memory seat position you saved will be recalled when you unlock the vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter Choose one of the t...

Page 186: ...button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature Remote Unlock Feedback Press the personalization button until REMOTE UNLOCK FEEDBACK appears in the display To sele...

Page 187: ...and move on to the next feature Curb View Assist Press the personalization button until CURB VIEW ASSIST appears in the display To select your personalization for curb view assist press the select bu...

Page 188: ...hile it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature For more information on seat position exit see Memory Seat on page 2 45 Display Units ENG MET Press the personalization but...

Page 189: ...n the odometer mode Select Button The select button is used to reset certain functions and turn off or acknowledge messages on the DIC display The select button also toggles through the options availa...

Page 190: ...ay BUCKLE PASSENGER If your vehicle is equipped with the passenger sensing system this message reminds you to buckle the passenger s seatbelt See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 73 This message wil...

Page 191: ...obstacles and close the door again Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC Pressing the select button will acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display ENGINE COOLANT HOT I...

Page 192: ...cause of the low oil pressure has been corrected Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced PASSENGER DOOR AJAR If the passenger s door is not fully closed this message will app...

Page 193: ...icle or the message appears while driving your Supplemental Brake Assist system needs service See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 37 CAUTION Your brake system may not be working properly if the S...

Page 194: ...this message appears stop as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display If the message is still displayed or appears again when you beg...

Page 195: ...f and the transmission shifting patterns will return to normal Notice If you drive your vehicle while the transmission fluid is overheating and the transmission temperature warning is displayed on the...

Page 196: ...operate all of its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP you can play y...

Page 197: ...correct information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call letters will appe...

Page 198: ...udio level To turn automatic volume off press this button until AVOL OFF appears on the display DISPL Display Press this knob to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time Tim...

Page 199: ...ill hear two beeps The radio will go to the first preset station play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press either arrow again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning The ra...

Page 200: ...system allows you to choose from four different equalization settings normal driver rear and spacious These settings can be used while listening to the radio cassette or the CD player NORMAL This set...

Page 201: ...press the SEEK TYPE button twice to display the PTY and then to go to another station 5 Press the P TYPE knob to exit program type select mode If PTY times out and is no longer on the display go back...

Page 202: ...wing steps 1 Press BAND to select FM1 or FM2 2 Turn the P TYPE knob to activate program type select mode TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display 3 Turn the P TYPE knob to select a PTY 4 Press and ho...

Page 203: ...on the tuned radio station you will hear it If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements press this button and the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds...

Page 204: ...signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly...

Page 205: ...ceiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced...

Page 206: ...y when a metal or chrome tape is inserted If an error appears on the display see Cassette Tape Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence betw...

Page 207: ...oving forward or backward through the tape SEEK and a positive or negative number will appear on the display q SCAN r To scan the tape press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than two seconds until...

Page 208: ...tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player on page 3 87 If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be...

Page 209: ...ifficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD...

Page 210: ...and hold either SCAN arrow for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep Use this feature to listen to 10 seconds of each track of the CD Press either SCAN arrow agai...

Page 211: ...an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Navigation Radio System Your vehicle ma...

Page 212: ...the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers The rear seat passengers have control of the volume for each set of headphones The front seat audio controls always override the RSA control...

Page 213: ...e front radio is in use you cannot seek through different selections on a tape While listening to a CD press the up arrow to hear the next track on the CD Press the down arrow to go back to the start...

Page 214: ...ct a position by pressing the desired numbered button with the amber blinking light If a button is not pressed within five seconds the changer will go to the lowest available position 3 Load the CD wh...

Page 215: ...ill go to its last played position CD Functions All of the CD changer functions are performed by the radio except for loading and ejecting 1 PREV Previous Press this pushbutton to go to the previous t...

Page 216: ...dio when a CD is playing TAPE DISC Press this button if you have a CD loaded in the changer and the radio is turned on to play a CD Press this button to switch between playing a tape and the CD change...

Page 217: ...ed off the blinking red light indicates that THEFTLOCK is armed With THEFTLOCK activated your radio will not operate if stolen Audio Steering Wheel Controls You can control certain radio functions usi...

Page 218: ...th the up arrow and reverse with the down arrow Q VOLR Volume Press the up or the down arrow to increase or to decrease volume Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM...

Page 219: ...assette is available through your dealer The cut tape detection feature of your cassette tape player may identify the cleaning cassette as a damaged tape in error To prevent the cleaning cassette from...

Page 220: ...ls you should replace it Check occasionally to be sure the mast is still tightened to the cowl If tightening is required tighten by hand then with a wrench one quarter turn XM Satellite Radio Antenna...

Page 221: ...g at Night 4 32 Driving in Rain and on 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 I...

Page 222: ...driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficu...

Page 223: ...rinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to...

Page 224: ...ffected 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 im...

Page 225: ...nd judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Please do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has bee...

Page 226: ...ther it is pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking...

Page 227: ...Along with ABS your vehicle has a Dynamic Rear Proportioning DRP system If there is a DRP problem both the brake and ABS warning lights will come on accompanied by a 10 second chime The lights and ch...

Page 228: ...rake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave eno...

Page 229: ...trol the button should be pressed in with the indicator light lit This switch position indicates FIRM levels of ride control or damping The following guide can also be used to help determine the best...

Page 230: ...angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you are in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both cont...

Page 231: ...ese First apply your brakes See Braking on page 4 6 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space...

Page 232: ...rn is complete The 4 Wheel Steer system is equipped with three different driving modes Two wheel steering 2 Four wheel steering 4 Four wheel steering with a trailer mode _ The switch is located on the...

Page 233: ...center the steering wheel by turning it to the left or right At slower speeds the front and rear wheels will turn in opposite directions This helps the vehicle make tighter turns such as during parkin...

Page 234: ...indicator is flashing you will have to center the steering wheel by turning it to the left or right While in the 4 wheel steer tow mode it is possible the steering wheel may be slightly off center Fo...

Page 235: ...other vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a...

Page 236: ...s are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone is not trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the b...

Page 237: ...andled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering...

Page 238: ...u have left the great North American road system behind Traffic lanes are not marked Curves are not banked There are no road signs Surfaces can be slippery rough uphill or downhill In short you have g...

Page 239: ...or your passengers could be injured Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain You or your passengers can be struc...

Page 240: ...aust 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 acc...

Page 241: ...rrain 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 san...

Page 242: ...be very dangerous on any road And this is certainly true for off road driving At the very time you need special alertness and driving skills your reflexes perceptions and judgment can be affected by...

Page 243: ...re some things to consider as you approach a hill Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply steeper in places Is there good traction on the hillside or will the surface cause tire slipp...

Page 244: ...raction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill Atta...

Page 245: ...back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are some things...

Page 246: ...oth Rough Slippery Hard packed dirt Gravel Are there hidden surface obstacles Ruts Logs Boulders What is at the bottom of the hill Is there a hidden creek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks...

Page 247: ...aight down Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL N This is called free wheeling Your brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade Q Am I likely to stall when going down...

Page 248: ...ays it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels or if the...

Page 249: ...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 clea...

Page 250: ...springs currents under the ice or sudden thaws can weaken the ice Your vehicle could fall through the ice and you and your passengers could drown Drive your vehicle on safe surfaces only Driving in W...

Page 251: ...driving through water After Off Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody chassis or under the hood These accumulations can be a fire hazard After operation in mud o...

Page 252: ...ur headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as...

Page 253: ...atedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps...

Page 254: ...s of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cau...

Page 255: ...rough your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can not avoid deep puddles or standing water driv...

Page 256: ...y map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See...

Page 257: ...to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust...

Page 258: ...ore starting out Of course you will find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you...

Page 259: ...o 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...

Page 260: ...joyable See Operating Your All Wheel Drive Vehicle Off Paved Roads on page 4 18 for information about driving off road Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires...

Page 261: ...your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill 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 cl...

Page 262: ...a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under s...

Page 263: ...ot to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you...

Page 264: ...on help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a b...

Page 265: ...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...

Page 266: ...es If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth you can destroy your transmission For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 7...

Page 267: ...me place where you can continue driving CAUTION These hooks when used are under a lot of force Always pull the vehicle straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break of...

Page 268: ...e ground If your vehicle must be towed see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 48 Notice Towing an all wheel drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground or even with only two of its wheels on the groun...

Page 269: ...hicle capacity weight The Tire and Loading Information label also tells you the size and recommended inflation pressure for the original equipment tires on your vehicle For more information on tires a...

Page 270: ...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 ca...

Page 271: ...n Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg x 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and load...

Page 272: ...ed 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...

Page 273: ...ings inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things...

Page 274: ...n the area between the front of each wheel well and the rear of each wheel well The center of gravity height must not extend above the top of the pickup box flareboard Any load that extends beyond the...

Page 275: ...and all the people inside The Cargo Weight Rating CWR is the maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry It doesn t include the weight of the people inside But you can figure about 150 lbs 68 kg...

Page 276: ...ed your vehicle and camper drive to a weigh station and weigh the front and rear wheels separately This will tell you the loads on your axles The loads on the front and rear axles shouldn t be more th...

Page 277: ...ersion 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 you do so first contact GM Cust...

Page 278: ...ee your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle To identify the vehicle trailering capacity of your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer t...

Page 279: ...0 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at...

Page 280: ...panel will turn off The vehicle will automatically turn off Tow Haul every time it is started Tow Haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75 perc...

Page 281: ...ight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 1500 6000 V8 4 10 10 0...

Page 282: ...ue 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...

Page 283: ...for more information Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle or the GAWR including the weight of the trailer tongue If you use a weight distributing hitch make sure you don t go...

Page 284: ...st enough slack so you can turn with your rig Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 2 000 lbs 900 kg loaded then it needs its own brakes and t...

Page 285: ...requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the t...

Page 286: ...ore quickly and it may take additional practice to get used to backing up with four wheel steering Making Turns Notice Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in conta...

Page 287: ...gh altitude on steep uphill grades your vehicle may show signs similar to engine overheating To avoid this let the engine run while parked preferably on level ground with the automatic transmission in...

Page 288: ...Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic tra...

Page 289: ...rcuits Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Taillamps White Ground Light Green Back up Lamps Light Blue Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL Red Battery Feed Dark Blue Tr...

Page 290: ...have 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 dea...

Page 291: ...s adapter to connect a standard four way round pin connector to the seven wire harness on your vehicle Connect the adapter with the tab pointing up see arrow The flip cap on the vehicle s seven wire h...

Page 292: ...NOTES 4 72...

Page 293: ...nsmission Fluid 5 18 Engine Coolant 5 21 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 24 Engine Overheating 5 25 Cooling System 5 28 Engine Fan Noise 5 34 Power Steering Fluid 5 34 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 35 B...

Page 294: ...the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 96 Care of Safety Belts 5 98 Weatherstrips 5 98 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 99 Sheet Metal Damage 5 101 Finish Damage 5 102 Underbody Maintenance 5 102 Chemical...

Page 295: ...this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servi...

Page 296: ...octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine A little...

Page 297: ...y 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...

Page 298: ...ing in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs c...

Page 299: ...overfill your tank and wait a few seconds after you ve finished pumping before you remove the nozzle Clean any spilled fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your V...

Page 300: ...avoid injury to you and others Dispense gasoline only into approved containers Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the gr...

Page 301: ...ted under and to the left of the steering wheel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located near the center of the grill 3 Lift the hood Before closing the...

Page 302: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood on the VORTEC 6000 V8 engine you ll see 5 10...

Page 303: ...Washer Fluid Reservoir See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 35 Engine Oil If the CHECK OIL LEVEL light appears on the instrument cluster it means you need to check your engine oil level right away Fo...

Page 304: ...so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 10 for the location of the...

Page 305: ...kness 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...

Page 306: ...engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work prop...

Page 307: ...n when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure If the system still does not reset see your dealer for service What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil cont...

Page 308: ...aner filter at every oil change and replace it at the first oil change after 25 000 miles 40 000 km How to Inspect Locate the filter change indicator When the change indicator turns black or is in the...

Page 309: ...p button on the indicator CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flame if the engine...

Page 310: ...an be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the...

Page 311: ...l give you a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running With the parking brake applied...

Page 312: ...n page 6 13 Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the lev...

Page 313: ...50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the...

Page 314: ...could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If...

Page 315: ...w steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your e...

Page 316: ...ycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap The coolant sur...

Page 317: ...erheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a loss in power and engine performance This operating mode allows your vehic...

Page 318: ...eated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool See Overheated Engine Protection Operati...

Page 319: ...ur heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE X...

Page 320: ...coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark...

Page 321: ...hing the accelerator pedal down If it doesn t your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty See Overheate...

Page 322: ...g the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 5 21 for more information CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn y...

Page 323: ...ld weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot e...

Page 324: ...2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the FULL COLD mark 5 32...

Page 325: ...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...

Page 326: ...ng trailer towing and or high outside temperatures the fan speed increases as the clutch more fully engages So you may hear an increase in fan noise This is normal and should not be mistaken as the tr...

Page 327: ...tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to...

Page 328: ...sher system Also water does not clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it is very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage...

Page 329: ...or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system See Checking Brake Fluid in this section Refer to the Maintenance Sche...

Page 330: ...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 miner...

Page 331: ...rake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong wi...

Page 332: ...with a maintenance free ACDelco battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery See Engine Comp...

Page 333: ...Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged On...

Page 334: ...inals on the battery The remote positive terminal is located near the engine accessory drive bracket To uncover the remote positive terminal open the red plastic cover The remote negative terminal is...

Page 335: ...e will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe o...

Page 336: ...goes to a heavy unpainted metal part of the vehicle with the dead battery or to the remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable to the remote negativ...

Page 337: ...ttery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative ca...

Page 338: ...e 6 4 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough l...

Page 339: ...the vehicle should be on a level surface The proper level is from 5 8 inch to 1 5 8 inch 15 mm to 40 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level The pro...

Page 340: ...should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you may need to add some lubricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 0 to 3...

Page 341: ...e pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps 1 Your vehicle is equipp...

Page 342: ...ly and turn it clockwise until it is tight Use care not to touch the bulb with your fingers or hands 6 Plug in the electrical connector 7 Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle Install and ti...

Page 343: ...the old bulb from the bulb socket 6 Put a new bulb into the bulb socket Use care not to touch the bulb with your fingers or hands 7 Put the bulb socket back into the turn signal housing and turn it c...

Page 344: ...Roof Marker Lamps 1 Remove the two screws and lift off the lens 2 Remove the six screws on the center roof marker lamps 3 Turn the old bulb counterclockwise to remove it from the socket 5 52...

Page 345: ...4 Put a new bulb into the socket and turn clockwise until it locks in place 5 Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws 5 53...

Page 346: ...Lamps B Center High Mounted Stoplamps 2 Remove the CHMSL bulb holder back plate from the housing by pressing the release tabs 3 Remove the CHMSL bulb by pulling the bulb straight out from the holder...

Page 347: ...the socket counterclockwise 5 Put the bulb holder back plate into the lamp housing 6 Reinstall the lamp assembly and tighten the screws Pickup Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps 1 Remove the s...

Page 348: ...Taillamps 1 Open the tailgate 2 Remove the two rear lamp assembly screws near the tailgate latch and pull out the lamp assembly A Stoplamp B Turn Signal C Back up Lamp 5 56...

Page 349: ...all the rear lamp assembly 7 Close the tailgate Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Low Beam Headlamps 9005 or 9005 LL long life High Beam Headlamps 9005 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 4114K Front...

Page 350: ...types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 15 To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly do the following 1 Lift the wip...

Page 351: ...ating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting...

Page 352: ...Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into the sidewall The following illustrations are examples of a typical P Metric and a LT Metric tire sidewall P Metric Tire 5 60...

Page 353: ...ndards 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...

Page 354: ...be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used in a dual configuration For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 67 and Loading You...

Page 355: ...ociation B Tire Width The three digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measure...

Page 356: ...er B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description The service description indicates the load range and speed rating of a tire The load index...

Page 357: ...oading Your Vehicle on page 4 48 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 48 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle see Loading Your Vehicle...

Page 358: ...aximum speed at which a tire can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Tread...

Page 359: ...tire pressure of the spare tire How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may l...

Page 360: ...Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 76 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 on pa...

Page 361: ...for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining Some commercial...

Page 362: ...the TPC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow When ever you replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construc...

Page 363: ...rading system does not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited production...

Page 364: ...excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109...

Page 365: ...lace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts...

Page 366: ...n cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash Use anoth...

Page 367: ...may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may...

Page 368: ...lace to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 D...

Page 369: ...the base of the seat cushion to access the tools 2 To release the bottle jack from its holder turn the knob on the bottle jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head slightly 3 The wheel blocks and...

Page 370: ...D Tire Retainer E Hoist Shaft F Hoist End of Extension Tool G Hoist Shaft Access Hole H Wheel Wrench I Jack Handle Extensions J Hoist Lock If Equipped 1 If your vehicle is equipped with a hoist lock J...

Page 371: ...the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle If the spare tire does not lower to the ground the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower See Secondar...

Page 372: ...the flat tire and raise the vehicle The tools you ll be using include the bottle jack A the wheel blocks B the jack handle C the jack handle extensions D and the wheel wrench E 1 Remove the center cap...

Page 373: ...he wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts Don t remove the wheel nuts yet A Front Location B Rear Location Jack Positions overall vie...

Page 374: ...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...

Page 375: ...4 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire Rear Position 5 83...

Page 376: ...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 su...

Page 377: ...ounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each wheel nut by hand Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the nuts until the wheel is held against the hub 7 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to...

Page 378: ...8 Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise Rear Position 5 86...

Page 379: ...he Index for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the pr...

Page 380: ...nder your vehicle for an extended period of time or with the valve stem pointing up may damage the wheel Always stow the wheel with the valve stem pointing down and have the wheel tire repaired as soo...

Page 381: ...on the jack in the mounting bracket Be sure to position the holes in the base of the jack onto the pin in the mounting bracket Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare tire carrier Us...

Page 382: ...ehicle with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear 2 Tilt the retainer D downward and through the wheel opening Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 3 Attach t...

Page 383: ...e 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 A Push and Pull B Rotate Tire 7 Make...

Page 384: ...d all the 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...

Page 385: ...ire and Tools earlier in this section 5 Turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately six inches 15 cm of cable is exposed 6 Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest ends with the backs facing...

Page 386: ...e Keep lowering the jack until the spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by the cable CAUTION Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack If the spare tire does...

Page 387: ...heck its inflation pressure regularly See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 67 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 48 for information regarding proper tire inflation and loading your vehicle For instru...

Page 388: ...e Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Do not use any of these unless this manual says...

Page 389: ...an cloth and vinyl cleaner See your dealer for this product Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then let the leather dry...

Page 390: ...ss surfaces on your vehicle you could scratch the glass and or cause damage to the rear window defogger and the integrated radio antenna When cleaning the glass on your vehicle use only a soft cloth a...

Page 391: ...oid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle If your vehicle is equipped with QUADRASTEER see QUADRASTEER on page 4 12 Cleaning Exterior Lamp...

Page 392: ...r you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim if necessary Use special care with aluminum trim To avoid damaging protective trim never use auto or chrome polish steam or caustic soap t...

Page 393: ...ed surface of the wheel and buff off immediately after application Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage t...

Page 394: ...n 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...

Page 395: ...and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Vehicle Care Appearance Materials cont d Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl...

Page 396: ...Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and repla...

Page 397: ...xed 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 thermal links This greatly redu...

Page 398: ...l Pull off the cover to access the fuse block To remove fuses hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out You may have spare fuses located behind the fuse block...

Page 399: ...System DRIVER UNLOCK Power Door Lock Relay Driver s Door Unlock Function IGN 0 TCM Fuses Usage TBC IGN 0 Truck Body Controller VEH CHMSL Vehicle and Trailer High Mounted Stoplamp LT TRLR ST TRN Left T...

Page 400: ...RAILER Trailer Brake Wiring UPFIT Upfitter Not Used SL RIDE Ride Control Harness Connection HDLR 2 Headliner Wiring Connector BODY Body Wiring Connector DEFOG Rear Defogger Relay HDLNR 1 Headliner Wir...

Page 401: ...iver 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 Eng...

Page 402: ...5 110...

Page 403: ...s BLOWER Front Climate Control Fan LBEC Left Bussed Electrical Center Door Modules Door Locks Auxiliary Power Outlet Rear Cargo Area and Instrument Panel Fuses Usage STUD 2 Accessory Power Trailer Wir...

Page 404: ...lay Turn Signal Hazard Switch Starter Relay RTD Ride Control TRL B U Backup Lamps Trailer Wiring Fuses Usage PCM B Powertrain Control Module Fuel Pump F PMP Fuel Pump Relay B U LP Back up Lamps Automa...

Page 405: ...Not Used RADIO Audio System SEO B1 Mid Bussed Electrical Center Rear Heated Seats HomeLink LO HDLP LT Headlamp Low Beam Left Fuses Usage BTSI Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System CRANK Starting...

Page 406: ...0 7 kg Use Refrigerant Oil R134a Systems All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on pag...

Page 407: ...le 6 3 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 8 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 10 At Least Once a Year 6 10 Rec...

Page 408: ...ry 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 maintenanc...

Page 409: ...reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits are driven off road in the recommended manner See Operating Your All Wheel Drive Vehicle Off Paved Roads on page 4 18 use the recommended fuel See...

Page 410: ...e 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 res...

Page 411: ...ission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear See Tires on page 5 59 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid leve...

Page 412: ...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...

Page 413: ...66 000 125 000 207 500 150 000 240 000 Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every 5 years whichever occurs first An Emission Co...

Page 414: ...them replaced if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Inspect all pipes fittings and clamps replace with genuine GM parts as needed To help ensure proper operation a pressure test of the cooling s...

Page 415: ...Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition Check that the purge valve works properly if equipped Replace as needed Owner Checks and Services These owner checks...

Page 416: ...ored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the spare tire If it moves tighten it See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 76 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing...

Page 417: ...tely if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the RUN position but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with...

Page 418: ...e set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the ve...

Page 419: ...alent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Usage Fluid Lubricant Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Automatic T...

Page 420: ...1 or lubricant meeting requirements of GM 9985830 Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Usage Fluid Lubricant Body Door Hinge Pins Tailgate Hinge and...

Page 421: ...below by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number AC Delco Part Number Oil Filter 25010633 PF44 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 25313349 A1518C Spark Plugs 1257...

Page 422: ...med in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 in this section Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 9 can be added on the following record pages Also...

Page 423: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17...

Page 424: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18...

Page 425: ...Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United Sta...

Page 426: ...member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the GMC Consumer Relations Manager by calling 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 Cu...

Page 427: ...dispute resolution program prior to filling out a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in...

Page 428: ...hearing or speech impaired and who use the Text Telephones TTYs GMC has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with GMC by dialing 1 800 GMC 8583 462 85...

Page 429: ...00 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward eligible aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you...

Page 430: ...entry into your vehicle Delivery of the replacement key will be covered within 10 miles Emergency Tow Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident...

Page 431: ...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...

Page 432: ...ortation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs reimbursement five days maximum may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus In addition...

Page 433: ...e terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records Your vehicle like other modern motor vehicles has a number of sophisticated computer syste...

Page 434: ...the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or SDM If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar please check the OnStar subscription service agreement or manual...

Page 435: ...Pontiac 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 write General Motors of Canada Limited Custome...

Page 436: ...Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications...

Page 437: ...n Air Bag Inflates 1 66 When Should an Air Bag Inflate 1 65 Where Are the Air Bags 1 64 Air Cleaner Filter Engine 5 16 Air Conditioning 3 23 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module SDM 7 9 All Overseas L...

Page 438: ...Up 4 66 Battery 5 40 BATTERY NOT CHARGING 3 58 Battery Replacement 2 5 Battery Run Down Protection 3 18 Battery Warning Light 3 35 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 38 Before You Go Off Roading 4 18 Br...

Page 439: ...Belts 1 22 Chains Tires 5 74 CHANGE ENGINE OIL 3 58 Check Engine Light 3 40 Check Engine Light 3 40 CHECK OIL LEVEL 3 59 CHECK WASHER FLUID 3 59 Checking Brake Fluid 5 37 Checking Coolant 5 23 Checki...

Page 440: ...19 Compass Calibration 2 33 Compass Variance 2 32 Content Theft Deferrent 2 16 Control of a Vehicle 4 5 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 3 38 Heater Engine 2 20 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 24 Cooling Sys...

Page 441: ...Roads 4 33 Winter 4 42 Driving Across an Incline 4 28 Driving Downhill 4 26 Driving in Mud Sand Snow or Ice 4 29 Driving in Water 4 30 Driving On Grades 4 67 Driving on Off Road Hills 4 22 Driving on...

Page 442: ...DS and XM 3 69 Finding a Station 3 67 Finish Care 5 99 Finish Damage 5 102 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 88 Flash to Pass 3 7 Flat Tire 5 75 Flat Tire Changing 5 76 Fluid Automatic Transmission 5 18 Power Stee...

Page 443: ...Bulb Replacement 5 49 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps 5 50 Headlamps cont Halogen Bulbs 5 49 Pickup Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps 5 55 Roof Marker Lamps 5 52 Heated...

Page 444: ...ontrol 3 16 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 106 Interior Lamps 3 16 J Jump Starting 5 41 K KEYFOB X BATTERY LOW 3 60 Keyless Entry System 2 3 Keys 2 2 L Lamps Exterior 3 12 Interior 3 16 Lamps On Remind...

Page 445: ...9 Maintenance Schedule cont Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 13 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Using Your 6 3 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 68 Making Turns 4 66...

Page 446: ...Adjustment 3 26 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror 2 35 Convex Mirror 2 36 Curb View Assist Mirrors 2 35 Outside cont Heated Mirrors 2 36 Power Foldaway Mirrors 2 34 Power Mirrors 2 34 Overheated Engin...

Page 447: ...Navigation Radio System 3 79 Radio with Cassette and CD 3 65 Rear Seat Audio 3 80 Setting the Time 3 64 Theft Deterrent 3 85 Understanding Reception 3 86 RDS Messages 3 70 Rear Axle 5 47 Rear Doors 2...

Page 448: ...22 Right Front Passenger Position Top Strap Anchor 1 42 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out 4 46 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 30 S Safety Belt Reminder Li...

Page 449: ...t PTYs RDS Only 3 70 Setting Preset Stations 3 67 Setting the Time 3 64 Setting the Tone Bass Treble 3 68 Sheet Metal Damage 5 101 Shifting Into Park P 2 26 Shifting Out of Park P 2 28 Skidding 4 17 S...

Page 450: ...Lock 2 28 Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires 4 63 Tow Haul Mode 2 24 Tow Haul Mode Light 3 44 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 48 Towing a Trailer 4 58 Your Vehicle 4 48 Traction Manual Selectable Rid...

Page 451: ...Voltmeter Gage 3 36 W Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 27 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages 3 57 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 4 Other Warning Devices 3 4 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wa...

Page 452: ...e Restraint 1 39 Why Safety Belts Work 1 10 Windows 2 13 Power 2 14 Swing Out Windows 2 15 Windshield Washer 3 8 Fluid 5 35 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 58 Fuses 5 105 Windshield Wipers 3 7 Wi...

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