GMC Hummer H3 2008 Owner'S Handbook Manual Download Page 1

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Summary of Contents for Hummer H3 2008

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Page 2: ...cautions 5 Section 1 Instrumentation and Controls 21 Section 2 Seats and Restraints 133 Section 3 Starting and Operating Instructions 177 Section 4 Service and Maintenance 243 Section 5 Problems on th...

Page 3: ...sources All information illustrations and specifications in this handbook are based on the latest product infor mation available at the time of printing We reserve the right to make changes in the pro...

Page 4: ...For this reason the handbook is organised according to feature location as opposed to feature operation It also includes some very impor tant safety and maintenance infor mation and even deals with so...

Page 5: ...s information about your keys and keyless entry if fitted about the ignition and vehicle starting and about the transmission transfer case if fitted parking traction steer ing brake and suspension sys...

Page 6: ...mponent specifications and capacities Section 5 Problems on the Road This section tells you how to handle certain problems you may have while driving It covers jump starting your vehicle towing your v...

Page 7: ...ous Even if you buckle up your safety belts can t do their job when the seatback is excessively reclined Safety Belts CAUTION Always wear your safety belt Be sure it is adjusted properly at all times...

Page 8: ...not wear your shoulder belt under your arm Make sure the belt is not twisted across your body You could be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place Always buckle your belt into the...

Page 9: ...igned to best protect adults Anyone who is up against or very close to an inflating air bag could be seriously injured or killed CAUTION Continued Be sure that if children are too small to be well res...

Page 10: ...n an air bag inflates it leaves dust in the air This dust could cause breathing prob lems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trou ble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should g...

Page 11: ...t use rear facing child restraints cannot ride safely in passenger air bag fitted vehicles that do not have rear seats If however you secure a forward facing child restraint in the front passenger sea...

Page 12: ...erwise the vehi cle may move suddenly and or cause an accident CAUTION Continued Be sure the shift lever is in P Park and the park brake is firmly applied when you leave your vehicle Keep your foot fi...

Page 13: ...ows closed and the air conditioning fan off if fitted may allow dangerous exhaust fumes into your vehicle CAUTION Continued It can also be very dangerous to drive with the boot rear windows hatch or r...

Page 14: ...rn the air conditioning if fitted on to any setting that circulates outside air and have the vehicle serviced immediately Water and Your Vehicle CAUTION After a car wash or driving through a puddle th...

Page 15: ...h the accelerator pedal This could damage the transmission Apply the brakes to hold the vehicle in position When you are going down a steep hill use a lower shift range along with the brakes to contro...

Page 16: ...hen you open the fuel filler cap open it slightly at first to release the pressure inside the tank then turn it all the way Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Dispense pe...

Page 17: ...ore light use a flashlight CAUTION Continued Every new GM vehicle uses a battery that requires no mainte nance However if another battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If...

Page 18: ...n the engine if the coolant is leaking If the vehicle loses all coolant it could cause an engine fire and you could be burnt Adding only plain water or a liquid other than the recom mended coolant can...

Page 19: ...e jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Continued Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make t...

Page 20: ...ly park your vehicle in a safe place and follow the instruc tions in this handbook If the engine stalls while you are driving the power assisted brake and steering systems will not work properly and b...

Page 21: ...drink CAUTION Continued Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse This is especially true of injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that wh...

Page 22: ...utton 64 Reading Lights 64 Battery Saver 64 Heating and Air Conditioning System 65 Operating Tips 69 Air Outlets 69 Rear Window Demister 70 Sound System and Clock 70 Sound System with Compact Disc Pla...

Page 23: ...123 Jack and Spare Tyre Removal 124 Overhead Area and Roof 125 Sun Visors 125 Sun Roof If fitted 125 Cargo Tie Downs If fitted 127 Luggage Carrier 127 Storage 129 Front Console Storage Compartment 12...

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Page 25: ...Instrumentation and Controls 24 1 2 0 1 4 2 3 AUTO 2 3 11 10 9 PRESS BUTTON AND TURN PRESS BUTTON AND TURN 12 1 6 1 5 1 4 3 1 7 15 13 14 8 08auzH3G_070912 Page 24 Wednesday September 12 2007 7 03 AM...

Page 26: ...zard Warning Flashers Switch 6 System Status Indicators and Controls 7 Main Light Controls 8 Park Brake 9 Audio System 10 Heater Air Conditioner 11 Rear Window Wiper Washer Switch 12 Gear Shift Lever...

Page 27: ...Instrumentation and Controls 26 08auzH3G_070912 Page 26 Wednesday September 12 2007 7 03 AM...

Page 28: ...n this section 1 High Beam Indicator The indicator light turns on when the headlights are set to high beams 2 Turn Signal Indicators An arrow will flash in the direc tion of the turn or lane change wh...

Page 29: ...in this section for information 5 Trip Odometer Reset Button Press this button to set or reset Driver Information Centre fea tures and to turn off or ac knowledge messages See Driver Information Cen...

Page 30: ...ssages later in this section for more information When the gauge first indicates empty there is still a little fuel left but you should refill the tank as soon as possible 8 Tachometer The tachometer...

Page 31: ...g lights The warning lights go on when there may be or there is a problem with one of your vehicle s func tions Some warning lights come on briefly when you turn the igni tion key just to let you know...

Page 32: ...iving This indicates that oil is not going through the engine quickly enough to keep it lubricat ed The engine could be low on oil or could have some other oil problem Have it fixed right away CAUTION...

Page 33: ...there is a problem with the battery charging system a message will be displayed See Driver Information Centre Messages later in this section If you must drive a short distance with the light on turn...

Page 34: ...off or the park brake is fully released If it stays on after the park brake is fully released it means you may have a brake problem CAUTION Driving with the brake warning light on can lead to an accid...

Page 35: ...s service Until you get it fixed the brakes will still work but without the anti lock feature CAUTION Driving with any brake warning light on can lead to an accident Have the brakes checked imme diate...

Page 36: ...problem If it stays on or comes on while you are driving there may be a prob lem with this system Problems with the system may be detected before they are apparent Have it checked right away NOTICE I...

Page 37: ...control equipment the Malfunction Indi cator Light must be working prop erly and must be off If you have recently replaced the battery in your vehicle or if the battery has flattened the vehicle s on...

Page 38: ...e This is normal Ignore this light when you down shift Also ignore this light if your vehicle has four wheel drive and the trans fer case is in four wheel low Traction Control System Light This light...

Page 39: ...turned off man ually using the traction control button The transfer case is in four wheel low See Traction Control System later in this section for more information Also see Stabilitrak System later i...

Page 40: ...n 2 Air Bag Light The air bag light on your instru ment cluster flashes when you start the vehicle to indicate that the restraint is in good working order If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so i...

Page 41: ...m Passenger Air Bag On Off Indicator This light is located on the instru ment panel See Passenger Sensing System in Section 2 Security System Light This light should come on briefly as you start the e...

Page 42: ...hicle s systems The display is located at the bottom of the instrument cluster If the system senses a problem a message will appear on the display To clear a message from the Driver Information Centre...

Page 43: ...To view the odometer reading while the engine is not running press the trip odometer reset button located on the instrument cluster Trip Odometer To view the trip odometer press the trip odometer res...

Page 44: ...r s responsibility to check the engine oil level regularly Even if the oil life system does not indicate that an oil change is necessary the engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year...

Page 45: ...French Language All information is displayed in the French language DEUTSCH German Language All information is displayed in the German language Automatic Door Locks This feature allows you to custom...

Page 46: ...ark In a manual transmission vehi cle with this feature the doors automatically lock when the vehicle s speed exceeds 24 km h 15 mph and auto matically unlock when the key is removed from the ignition...

Page 47: ...select feedback options for keyless entry transmitter functions To program this feature to the desired setting 1 Turn the ignition to LOCK Leave the key in the ignition switch 2 Press and hold the loc...

Page 48: ...s will appear if a problem is sensed in one of your vehicle s systems If more than one problem is detected the messages will appear one behind the other To acknowledge a message and remove it from the...

Page 49: ...ssage comes on change the engine oil as soon as possible within the next 1000 km 600 miles See Section 4 for more infor mation on checking the oil After you change the oil you need to reset the oil li...

Page 50: ...t See Park Brake under Brakes in Section 3 for more information Also see Brake System Warn ing Light earlier in this section REDUCED POWER Appears when engine power is being reduced This also can affe...

Page 51: ...the vehicle to the dealer as soon as possible to have the system checked The Charging System Light may also appear on the instru ment cluster See Charging System Light under Warning Lights earlier in...

Page 52: ...is turned off manu ally using the traction control button See Traction Control System later in this section The Traction Control System Light will come on to remind you that the system is off For more...

Page 53: ...IR CONDITIONING SYSTEM Your vehicle is fitted with a heating and air conditioning system See Heating and Air Conditioning later in this section for more infor mation on how to operate the system SOUND...

Page 54: ...turn signal lights flash on and off It works whatever position your ignition key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn the flasher off press the switch again When the flasher is on the function...

Page 55: ...ent panel Transfer Case Controls See Full Time Four Wheel Drive in Section 3 for more information Locking Rear Axle Control If fitted See Locking Rear Axle in Sec tion 3 for information Passenger Air...

Page 56: ...n this occurs a temporary reduction in acceleration power is normal When the system is limiting wheel spin the Traction Control System Light flashes Turning the traction control system off on some sur...

Page 57: ...ssage is on the traction control system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly Have the vehicle serviced See Driver Information Centre Messages earlier in this section for more info...

Page 58: ...on control button for 5 seconds The Traction Control System will also be turned off When the system is turned off the traction control system warning light will turn on and STAB SYS OFF stability syst...

Page 59: ...rak system activates the cruise control will automatically disengage Once conditions are back to normal you may turn the cruise control back on ACCESSORY POWER OUTLETS Outlets can be used to plug in e...

Page 60: ...me electrical equip ment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working properly This damage wouldn t be covered by your warranty Check with your dealer before adding elec trical equi...

Page 61: ...e front of the vehicle To change the lights back to low beams pull the lever back toward you When the high beams are on an indicator light on the instrument cluster will also be on Rotate the knob to...

Page 62: ...the ignition to ACC the headlights will turn off automatically Note When the headlight switch is in the off position and the vehi cle is started and shifted into gear the headlights will illuminate i...

Page 63: ...ob to when all seats are occupied Rotate the knob to when all seats are occupied and the vehicle is carrying a heavy load Rotate the knob to when the vehicle is towing a trailer Instrument Panel Dimme...

Page 64: ...r front fog lights on and off When the fog lights are on the indicator light on the button will also be on In order for the fog lights to oper ate the headlights must be on Illuminated Exit When the k...

Page 65: ...is located on the instrument panel next to the head lights control If this button is pressed in the inte rior lights will not come on when you open the doors When the button is in the out position th...

Page 66: ...r or anti clockwise for cooler air 2 Fan Speed Selector Use this to change the fan speed There are four fan speed set tings 1 2 3 and 4 Turn the knob to the right to increase fan speed or to the left...

Page 67: ...on Use to direct airflow through the instrument panel outlets Blending Use to direct airflow through both the instrument panel outlets and the floor outlets with some air directed toward the defroster...

Page 68: ...ything else that may obstruct your vision Defrosting Use to direct the air through the defroster vents Use this mode in cold weather to remove mist or ice from the windscreen Most of the air is direct...

Page 69: ...the indicator light on the knob will flash to let you know that the function will not operate You may notice water drip under the engine sometimes after driving with air conditioning on This is normal...

Page 70: ...ng system For maximum cooling activate the recirculation mode Keep the bonnet and front air inlet free of ice snow leaves or any other obstruction Keep the area under the front seats clear of objects...

Page 71: ...me To turn it off sooner press the knob again NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or anything else that is sharp on the inside of the rear window You could cut or damage the warming grid The repairs would...

Page 72: ...y interference may be caused by equipment mobile phone chargers vehi cle convenience accessories or external electronic devices plugged into the accessory power outlet This interference is described a...

Page 73: ...stem controls and operation and to set up various features That way you will be able to use the system with less effort and less distraction from the road CAUTION Giving extended attention to entertai...

Page 74: ...i tion on or off Radio Controls Power Control Press lightly on the top knob to turn the system on Press it again to turn the system off Volume Control Rotate the top knob to the right to increase the...

Page 75: ...gher speeds Adjust the volume to the desired level by rotating the upper knob Press AUTO VOL to turn the auto matic volume control feature on Press AUTO VOL repeatedly to scroll through four volume co...

Page 76: ...e in some regions If this button is pressed NONE or NOT FOUND may appear on the display Adjusting the Speakers Press the knob repeatedly to choose the BAL FAD or FADE speaker control Choosing BAL allo...

Page 77: ...e control After choosing the desired tone control rotate the knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the level of the selected tone The display will show your setting The middle position bal...

Page 78: ...tation Station Seeking Press either side of the SEEK button and the radio will go to the next higher or lower station and stay there The radio will only seek to stations that are in the selected band...

Page 79: ...r press one of the preset push buttons to stop this function The preset scan will only scan the presets that are in the selected band The radio will not stop on stations with weak reception Presetting...

Page 80: ...to switch from the radio to a compact disc Press BAND to stop playing the disc and switch to the radio Error Messages If CAL ERR calibration error appears on the display then the radio has not been p...

Page 81: ...discs can be loaded into the compact disc player However small 8 cm 3 inch discs can only be played with specially designed adaptors When playing CDs recorded at home CD R the sound quality may be re...

Page 82: ...to the beginning of the next track Push the left arrow on the SEEK button or press to move quickly to the beginning of the current or previous track If the track has been playing for under eight seco...

Page 83: ...setting stored for the CD player source will be auto matically chosen whenever you play a compact disc Display Control Press DISP to display the track elapsed time To change what is normally shown on...

Page 84: ...tion on or off Radio Controls Power Control Press lightly on the top knob to turn the system on Press it again to turn the system off Volume Control Rotate the top knob to the right to increase the v...

Page 85: ...gher speeds Adjust the volume to the desired level by rotating the upper knob Press AUTO VOL to turn the auto matic volume control feature on Press AUTO VOL repeatedly to scroll through four volume co...

Page 86: ...o a higher station and to the left to go to a lower station information button This feature is not operable in some regions If this button is pressed NO INFO may appear on the display CAT This feature...

Page 87: ...peaker control is displayed You will hear one beep To quickly set all speaker and tone controls to their middle positions do not select a control Just press and hold the knob when no tone or speaker c...

Page 88: ...tings This feature has settings for the following types of music or stations pop rock jazz classical country and talk To return tone control to the manual mode press and release the AUTO EQ button unt...

Page 89: ...in or press one of the preset push buttons to stop this function The radio will only scan to stations that are in the selected band The radio will not stop on stations with weak reception Preset Stati...

Page 90: ...or radio stations See Equalisation Settings ear lier in this section for more information 4 Press and hold one of the push buttons until you hear a beep Whenever you push that button again the preset...

Page 91: ...radio is turned off the compact disc will stay in the player When the ignition and radio are turned on the compact disc will resume play at the point where it stopped Normal size discs can be loaded i...

Page 92: ...rns green load a disc into the slot Insert a disc part way into the slot label side up The player will pull it in the rest of the way A disc symbol will appear on the display whenever a disc is insert...

Page 93: ...play Do not try to load more than six discs 4 When you are done loading discs press LOAD to cancel the loading function The last disc loaded will begin to play TO PLAY A LOADED DISC For every disc tha...

Page 94: ...10 seconds the system restarts the current track If you hold the button down or if you press it more than once the player will continue moving rear ward or forward through the disc Scanning Press and...

Page 95: ...and release this button to hear only the tracks on the selected disc in random order RANDOM ONE will appear on the display Press and hold this button for two seconds to hear all of the tracks on all o...

Page 96: ...y When the light stops flashing and turns green the receiver will eject the disc and REMOVE CD will appear on the display You can now remove the disc Once the disc is removed the light will begin flas...

Page 97: ...or two seconds you will hear two beeps to confirm that the track has been saved to the song list 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to save other tracks to the song list If you try to save more than 20 tracks to...

Page 98: ...he song list button is first pressed you will hear one beep After has been held for two seconds you will hear two beeps to confirm that the track has been deleted from the song list 5 Repeat steps 3 a...

Page 99: ...ROR If CHECK CD appears and or the disc comes out it means there is an error The cause may be extreme heat rough road mois ture or a damaged or improperly loaded disc The disc may not play or it may e...

Page 100: ...cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution mixed with water and clean it...

Page 101: ...rate if it is stolen ANTENNA The fixed mast antenna is designed to withstand most car washes without damage Check periodically to see that the mast is adequately tightened to the vehicle If the antenn...

Page 102: ...ion Horn Sound the horn by pressing on the centre steering wheel pad Tilt Wheel Lever You can move the tilt steering wheel up or down To tilt it hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Place the wh...

Page 103: ...a signal bulb may be burnt out Check the front and rear signal lights to make sure they are working properly If a bulb is burnt out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t turn on at...

Page 104: ...beams You may be able to flash your high beams to signal other drivers To do this pull the multi function lever toward you Then release the lever When the high beams are on an indicator light on the i...

Page 105: ...e cruise control will automatically disengage See the following for more information Traction Control System Once conditions are back to normal you may turn the cruise control back on To Set Your Crui...

Page 106: ...eed If you have temporarily turned off cruise control without erasing the set speed memory do the follow ing to re engage cruise control Once you re going about 40 km h or more you can move the cruise...

Page 107: ...ion You can hold it there while the vehicle accelerates to the new speed When the vehicle has reached the chosen speed release the switch The vehicle will now maintain the higher speed Tapping the swi...

Page 108: ...steep hills you may need to use the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going down hill you may need to use the brake pedal to control the vehicle s speed Applying the brakes disengages crui...

Page 109: ...ting The ignition has to be on for this feature to work NOTICE Clear any ice or snow from the wiper blades before using them to prevent damage to the blades and overloading the wiper motor The wipers...

Page 110: ...ill clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed CAUTION Don t use the washer fluid in freezing weather until your windscreen is warmed so that ice doesn t form and block your...

Page 111: ...al Folding Mirrors Your vehicle is fitted with folding outside mirrors You should fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through a car wash or narrow streets To fold the mirrors inward p...

Page 112: ...button will turn on when auto dimming is activated To turn the automatic mirror feature on or off press the button This mirror also has a compass and outside temperature display at the upper right cor...

Page 113: ...f an incorrect reading is displayed first check that the compass is set to the correct variance zone If it is the compass needs calibration See Compass Variance later in this section for more informat...

Page 114: ...e 1 Find your current location and zone number on the variance zone map 2 With the ignition on and the engine off press and hold the button for several seconds until ZONE or a zone number appears in t...

Page 115: ...gh it darkens to reflect only part of the light behind you This feature comes on automati cally with each ignition cycle The indicator light near the on off button will turn on when auto dimming is ac...

Page 116: ...wo and a half hours or the last stored temperature is greater than the current tem perature the current tempera ture will display If the outside temperature is at or below 3 C 37 F the word ICE will a...

Page 117: ...manually calibrate it Before calibrating the compass drive to an open area that is magnetically clean or free of large metallic objects such as high tension power lines or large steel buildings Verif...

Page 118: ...e 1 Find your current location and zone number on the variance zone map 2 With the ignition on and the engine off press and hold the button for several seconds until ZONE or a zone number appears in t...

Page 119: ...ts in a vehicle with the windows closed is danger ous They could be overcome by extreme heat and could suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or...

Page 120: ...dows are protected by a circuit breaker If there is an electrical overload the power window system will stop until the current load returns to normal or the problem is fixed Express Down Feature The d...

Page 121: ...f the doors are left unlocked When a door is locked the handle won t open it If the doors are unlocked your chances of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash are increased Wear your seat belts pro...

Page 122: ...ck all the doors Press L to lock all the doors Press U to unlock all the doors Anti lockout Feature This feature helps protect you from locking your keys in the vehicle If the power door lock switch i...

Page 123: ...on the edge of each rear door You must open the rear doors to access the locks When the security lock is engaged you can unlock the door from the inside But the door can only be opened from the outsi...

Page 124: ...e the vehicle Make sure the swing gate is completely closed before driving CAUTION It can be very dangerous to drive with the swing gate open Carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You cann...

Page 125: ...cargo cover The weight of the items could cause the attach ment clips to break The repairs would not be covered by your warranty To install the cargo cover 1 Remove the cargo cover from its storage b...

Page 126: ...periods of time Debris may collect in the tracks Your ignition must be on to oper ate the sun roof The switch is located in the front head liner Press and release the rear of the sun roof switch to e...

Page 127: ...e opens automatical ly when the sun roof is opened The sun shade will remain open until you close it manually Slide the sun shade open or closed using the handle The sun shade will not close past the...

Page 128: ...and may have moveable cross rails and tie downs to secure cargo NOTICE Loading cargo that weighs more than 113 kg 250 lbs on the luggage carrier may damage the vehicle When large things are loaded on...

Page 129: ...Remove both end caps 3 Pull the lever at each end of the cross rail from left to right to loosen the cross rail 4 Move the cross rail to the desired position NOTE If your vehicle has a sun roof there...

Page 130: ...or loss of cargo while driving check period ically to make sure that the cross rails are tight and the cargo is still securely fastened STORAGE Your vehicle has many storage compartments Front Console...

Page 131: ...eats To remove these nets pull out on each of the four clips located on the net The convenience net in the rear area is designed to hold smaller items Do not carry heavy objects in the convenience net...

Page 132: ...wait for it to pop out NOTICE Do not hold the cigarette light er in with your hand while it is heating If you do it could damage the heater element and the mechanism which allows the lighter to pop ou...

Page 133: ...the tempera ture and charge status of the vehi cle s battery and automatically adjusts the voltage to enhance performance and extend battery life If the system senses a problem a message will appear...

Page 134: ...raints 137 Rear Seats 138 Safety Belts 140 Lap Shoulder Belt 142 Replacing Safety Belts 148 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 149 Safety Belt Reminder Light 150 Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light 150...

Page 135: ...river s seat when the vehicle is moving The seat could jerk and cause a loss of control Power Seat Controls If fitted The power seat controls are locat ed on the outboard sides of the front seats The...

Page 136: ...switch to increase lumbar support or the rear of the switch to decrease it Front Seatback Manual Reclining Control CAUTION Do not adjust the driver s seat when the vehicle is moving The seat could jer...

Page 137: ...n a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even if you buckle up your seatbelts can t do their job when the seatback is excessively reclined Heated Seats If fitted Use this...

Page 138: ...o work on the passenger s seat The last heated seat setting will be recalled at each ignition cycle Head Restraints The top of the restraint should be closest to the top of your head Pull up on the re...

Page 139: ...Seat 1 Place your hand under the front of the seat cushion and lift the cushion up while mov ing it forward Instructions are on a label be low the seat cushion NOTICE Damage to the rear seat or safe t...

Page 140: ...ure for the other side of the seat Unfolding the Seat CAUTION A seat that is not locked in place properly could move during a sudden stop or collision People in the vehicle could be injured Make sure...

Page 141: ...cable wearing the lap section of the belt across the abdominal area must be avoided CAUTION Continued Seatbelts should be adjusted as firmly as possible consist ent with comfort to provide the protect...

Page 142: ...ty of injury in accidents CAUTION Do not let anyone ride where they cannot wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you are not wearing a safe ty belt you can be seriously injured or kill...

Page 143: ...l to be well restrained by the safety belt system that they are secured in an appropriate child restraint See Child Restraints later in this section CAUTION Each belt assembly must only be used by one...

Page 144: ...nto the buckle near est you Be sure the belt goes under the armrests if fitted If the safety belt goes over an armrest if fitted the lap portion of the safety belt could apply force to the abdomen in...

Page 145: ...pull the shoulder portion of some rear passenger lap shoulder belts all the way out the child restraint locking feature is engaged The belt can no longer be pulled out until it is fully retracted To...

Page 146: ...ould be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it th...

Page 147: ...ce Shoulder Belt Comfort Guides Your vehicle is fitted with rear shoulder belt guides which provide comfort and support for some adults and children These guides work by pulling the regular belt away...

Page 148: ...and across the chest Wearing a safety belt improper ly could cause serious injury To remove the comfort guide 1 Squeeze the belt edges together and remove the belt from the comfort guide 2 Pull the co...

Page 149: ...hey do not provide proper protec tion This could result in serious injury or even death in a colli sion To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected...

Page 150: ...feature Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pre...

Page 151: ...hicle is in motion Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light The passenger safety belt reminder light is located on the instrument panel If the passenger air bag is enabled when you start the vehicle after...

Page 152: ...stages of a moder ate to severe frontal near frontal or rear collision if the threshold conditions for the pre tensioners are met The pre tensioners will also help tighten the safety belts during a si...

Page 153: ...bags also have electronic frontal sensors which help the system distinguish between a moderate and more severe frontal impact Your vehicle is also fitted with two roof mounted side impact air bags th...

Page 154: ...bag it could seriously injure you Safety belts help keep you in position in case an air bag inflates in a collision The driver should sit as far back as possible while still able to maintain control...

Page 155: ...in the front CAUTION Continued If however you secure a forward facing child restraint in the front passenger seat be sure to move the front passen ger seat as far back as it will go CAUTION Frontal a...

Page 156: ...or other breathing trou ble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you are unable to get out of the vehicle then open a window or door If you experience...

Page 157: ...nflat ing air bag it could seriously injure you Avoid yellow connectors Be sure that you or the person performing work is qualified and follows proper procedures Air Bag Light The air bag light on you...

Page 158: ...the system will perform a self check The air bag on and off indica tors will appear briefly in the passenger air bag on off indicator located on the instrument panel When the system self check is com...

Page 159: ...ts or a very small adult It is important to note that for some children who have out grown child restraints and for very small adults the system may or may not turn off the air bag depending upon the...

Page 160: ...seat heaters and seat massagers can affect the perform ance of the passenger sensing system Avoid using aftermarket equipment if your vehicle is fitted with this system CAUTION Keep the area under the...

Page 161: ...nt passenger seat when the passenger s air bag system is active CAUTION Although your vehicle is fitted with a passenger air bag deacti vation feature which is designed to turn off the passen ger s ai...

Page 162: ...r sensing system operates Remove any additional material from the seat cushion before re installing or securing the child restraint or small occupant If after you restart the vehicle the on indicator...

Page 163: ...and the passenger air bag remains deacti vated it may be because the person is not sitting properly in the seat If the passenger sensing system does not recognise that a person of adult size is sitti...

Page 164: ...vice CAUTION If the passenger air bag off indicator is on and the Air Bag Light turns on there is a prob lem with the air bag system The adult sized passenger may not have the protection of the air ba...

Page 165: ...a passenger air bag deacti vation feature which is designed to turn off the passen ger s air bag under certain conditions no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an air bag will not deploy un...

Page 166: ...CAUTION Each belt assembly must only be used by one occupant it is dangerous to put a belt around a child being carried on the occupant s lap CAUTION If a child cannot see out of the window do not ra...

Page 167: ...d only those loads imposed by correct ly fitted child restraints Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult safety belts harnesses or for attaching other items or equipment to the vehicle Fo...

Page 168: ...belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdo men In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structur...

Page 169: ...e way out of the retractor to engage the belt lock Then feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while pushing down on the restraint Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to...

Page 170: ...senger seat when the passenger s air bag system is active CAUTION Although your vehicle is fitted with a passenger air bag deacti vation feature which is designed to turn off the passen ger s air bag...

Page 171: ...r located on the instrument panel after the system has completed its self check If the on indicator appears when you have installed a child restraint in the front passenger seat it means that the fron...

Page 172: ...e If you answered yes to this question proceed to the next question If you answered no to this question the child should con tinue to use a booster seat With the child sitting all the way back on the...

Page 173: ...should con tinue to use a booster seat If you answered yes to this question an older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder bel...

Page 174: ...A child restraint may have a top strap Some top strap fitted child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored Others require that the top strap be anchored Read and f...

Page 175: ...than one child restraint to a single anchor fitting could cause the anchor fitting to come loose or even break during a collision A child or others may be injured To prevent injury to people and dama...

Page 176: ...a single top strap route the top strap over the head restraint If the seat has a fixed head restraint and the child restraint has a dual top strap route the top straps around the head restraint Consu...

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Page 178: ...ssion If fitted 198 Full Time Four Wheel Drive 199 Off road driving 205 Before You Go Off Roading 205 Side Steps If fitted 206 Loading Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving 207 Environmental Concerns 207...

Page 179: ...wer Steering 228 Brakes 229 Disc Brake Wear Indicators 229 Brake Adjustment 230 Brake Pedal Travel 230 Anti lock Brake System 231 Park Brake 231 Suspension 232 Vehicle Loading 233 Tyre and Loading Inf...

Page 180: ...20 km 200 miles or so Hard stops with new brake linings can mean pre mature wear Follow this run in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during run in Following run in e...

Page 181: ...prevention features can make it difficult to get into your vehicle if you lock your key inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to open a door Be sure you have an extra key PASS Key III Plus...

Page 182: ...ll does not start have the vehicle serviced If the engine does start the first key may be faulty See your dealer to have a new key made If you re ever driving and the Secu rity System Light comes on a...

Page 183: ...e the key 4 Repeat the previous steps using the other master key 5 Within 10 seconds of turning off the ignition insert the key that you are programming and start the engine Once the key is programmed...

Page 184: ...oor is open the doors will lock the lights may flash and the horn may sound Close the open door to arm the theft deterrent system If a locked door the bonnet or the swing gate is opened without using...

Page 185: ...n If the problem is fuse related see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in Section 4 for additional information If the alarm still does not sound or the front turn signals do not flash see your dealer for ser...

Page 186: ...you press it twice within three seconds the horn may sound to let you know that the doors have locked If a door or the bonnet is open when the button is pressed the doors will lock but the anti theft...

Page 187: ...the signal Take a few steps to the right or left You may have to replace the battery in your transmitter See the instructions for battery replacement If none of the above apply see your dealer or a qu...

Page 188: ...Matching Transmitters Matching transmitters to your vehicle may be necessary if you lose or replace a transmitter Even if only one transmitter is being replaced you must rematch all of your transmitt...

Page 189: ...position in which you can remove the key This locks your ignition If your vehicle is fitted with an automatic transmission turning to this position and removing the key locks your transmission Turnin...

Page 190: ...g to this position un locks the ignition This position also unlocks the steering wheel Leaving the key in the accesso ry position for extended peri ods will flatten the battery 3 ON The switch returns...

Page 191: ...s See your dealer before adding electrical equipment This damage would not be covered by your warranty Engine Starting Make sure the park brake is applied before starting the engine To start a vehicle...

Page 192: ...m This feature helps start the engine and protects components Once cranking is initiated the engine will continue to crank for a few seconds or until the vehicle starts If the engine does not start wi...

Page 193: ...turn the ignition key to START and hold it there for up to 15 seconds Let go of the key when the engine starts Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid flattening your battery or damaging...

Page 194: ...hile the engine is racing is danger ous Keep your foot on the brake pedal and off the acceler ator pedal After shifting wait a while then release the brake pedal slowly This will prevent any unexpecte...

Page 195: ...ks your rear wheels Use this position to park the vehicle and when starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system With the ignition on you have to fully apply...

Page 196: ...the engine doesn t connect with the wheels You can use N Neutral to restart a stalled engine while your vehicle is moving CAUTION Do not shift out of P Park or N Neutral with the engine racing You co...

Page 197: ...down When slippery road conditions exist down shifting the transmis sion may cause skidding When towing a trailer with an automatic transmission operate your vehicle in D Drive You may want to shift...

Page 198: ...ion reduces vehicle speed even more than 2 Second without using the brakes The transmission will not shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough SHIFT LOCK CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehic...

Page 199: ...l transmission has a lock out feature which prevents shifting from fifth gear to reverse NOTICE Shift to R Reverse only after your vehicle is stopped Shifting to Reverse while your vehicle is moving c...

Page 200: ...normal Ignore this light when you down shift Also ignore this light if your vehicle has four wheel drive and the trans fer case is in four wheel low FULL TIME FOUR WHEEL DRIVE NOTICE Driving in the f...

Page 201: ...nual transmission is in gear You or others could be injured Be sure to set the park brake before shifting the transfer case to neutral 3 Four Wheel High Lock This setting provides extra traction for m...

Page 202: ...the ignition is turned on you should have your vehicle serviced An indicator light will flash while you are shifting and then remain illuminated when the shift is completed If the transfer case cannot...

Page 203: ...press the button or the shift will not be completed The indicator light will flash while you are shifting and then remain illuminated when the shift is completed Wait for the indicator light to stay o...

Page 204: ...transmission is in gear You or others could be injured Be sure to set the park brake before shifting the trans fer case to N Neutral 4 Shift the transfer case into Four Wheel High 5 Press and hold the...

Page 205: ...e pedal 2 Shift an automatic transmis sion into N Neutral or push the clutch pedal if you have a manual transmission Turn the ignition on but do not start the engine 3 Press the appropriate button to...

Page 206: ...ny driving tips and suggestions These will help make your off road driving safer and more enjoyable BEFORE YOU GO OFF ROADING There are some things to do before you go out Be sure to have all necessar...

Page 207: ...cle more ground clearance and to prevent damage to the vehicle from the side steps dragging or catching on obstacles NOTICE Do not drive off road with the side steps attached to the vehi cle You can d...

Page 208: ...kely to roll over You can be seriously or fatally injured if the vehicle rolls over Put heavy loads inside the cargo area not on the roof Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and low as possibl...

Page 209: ...trip especially when going to a remote area Know the terrain and plan your route You are much less like ly to get bad surprises Get accu rate maps of trails and terrain Try to learn of any blocked or...

Page 210: ...step Step climbing is best done by approaching the step at an angle rather than straight on The vehicle has an approach angle of approximately 37 5 and a departure angle of approximately 35 5 dependi...

Page 211: ...w the traction control system to control the wheel spin The Traction Control System will not operate if the brakes are applied even slightly 4 If the wheel spin cannot be controlled by the traction co...

Page 212: ...u feel the shaking or shuddering sensation apply slight pressure to the brake and keep the vehicle moving in a controlled manner 4 Be prepared to alternate between the brake and throt tle through the...

Page 213: ...uick changes in direction can easily throw you out of position This could cause you to lose control and crash So whether you re driv ing on or off the road you and your passengers should wear safety b...

Page 214: ...them letting the tyre envelop the rock The tread of the tyre is thick er and tougher than the side wall of the tyre and is more resilient to impact than underbody components Log Crossing Using the pr...

Page 215: ...them you will roll over You could be seriously injured or killed If you have any doubt about the steepness don t drive the hill APPROACHING A HILL When you approach a hill you need to decide if it s...

Page 216: ...hill simply too rough Steep hills often have ruts gul lies troughs and exposed rocks because they are more suscep tible to the effects of erosion DRIVING UP HILL Once you decide you can safely drive u...

Page 217: ...d 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 Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to a...

Page 218: ...nto P Park Restart the engine Shift into R Reverse Release the park brake Slowly back straight down the hill Never try to prevent a stall by shifting into N Neutral and revving the engine Your vehi cl...

Page 219: ...case to N Neutral can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P Park or if you have the manual trans mission even if you re in gear This is because the N Neutral position on the tran...

Page 220: ...ill probably go across the incline of a hill If this happens you have to decide whether to try to drive across the incline Here are some things to consider A hill that can be driven straight up or dow...

Page 221: ...need to decide carefully whether to try to drive across an incline Just because the trail goes across the incline doesn t mean you have to drive it The last vehicle to try it might have rolled over CA...

Page 222: ...n beaches or sand dunes your tyres will tend to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering acceler ating and braking Drive at a reduced speed If at all possible avoid sharp turns or abrupt mano...

Page 223: ...ve through it slowly At fast speeds water splashes on your ignition system and your vehicle can stall Stalling can also occur if you get your tailpipe under water And as long as your tailpipe is under...

Page 224: ...quipment that was removed from your vehicle Re install the side steps if fitted See the following earlier in this section for more information Side Steps VEHICLE PARKING CAUTION Do not leave your vehi...

Page 225: ...n gear SHIFTING INTO P PARK In order to shift into P Park do the following 1 Hold the regular brake pedal down 2 Set the park brake See Park Brake later in this section for more information 3 Shift in...

Page 226: ...then push the shift lever all the way into park Try to shift out of P Park into the gear you want If the problem persists see your dealer for service If you need to have your vehicle towed see Towing...

Page 227: ...celerator To keep the vehicle under control do not push any of these systems beyond their limits Traction Control System This system automatically limits wheel spin under slippery road conditions See...

Page 228: ...damaged The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always lock the rear axle before attempting situations or navi gating terrain which could possibly cause the vehicle to become stuck The lock...

Page 229: ...is low or if the transfer case is shifted out of the Four Wheel Low Lock mode NOTICE Do not use the locking rear axle on pavement Otherwise vehicle drivetrain components could be damaged The repairs...

Page 230: ...pads are worn and new ones are needed Some conditions or climates may cause disc brakes to squeal when they are first or lightly applied This does not indicate a problem with the brakes Brake linings...

Page 231: ...pecification See Specifications and Capaci ties in Section 4 for the proper wheel nut torque Brake Adjustment Every time you apply the brakes to stop your disc brakes adjust them selves for wear Brake...

Page 232: ...is normal As you brake the system receives updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure at each wheel separately to make the most of available tyre and road conditions See Anti lock Brake Syst...

Page 233: ...n 5 km h 3 mph for at least 3 seconds the brake system warn ing light will flash and a warning chime will sound See Brake System Warning Light in Section 1 NOTICE Do not drive with the park brake set...

Page 234: ...can carry This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight This figure includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options NOTICE Your vehicle s warranty does not cover p...

Page 235: ...when loading your vehicle See Certification Label for addi tional loading information Also see the following for more information off road driving Certification Label The Certification label is typica...

Page 236: ...ss Axle Weight Rating and the maximum weight that the rear axle can carry the rear Gross Axle Weight Rating The weight of the cargo load must be properly distributed over both the front and rear axles...

Page 237: ...lled on the vehicle Information on trailer towing abili ty special equipment required and optional equipment available should be obtained from your dealer Installation of towing equipment should be ca...

Page 238: ...hicle weight rating must not be exceeded Trailer tongue weight must be included in the total vehicle weight See Vehicle Loading earlier in this section for more information The Gross Combination Weigh...

Page 239: ...ver exceed the Gross Trailer Weight Rating Trailer tongue weight must be included in the total vehicle weight Trailer tongue weight should never exceed 272 kg 600 lbs When towing a trailer with an aut...

Page 240: ...ight Rating This fig ure is the maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry not including the weight of passengers Weigh your vehicle with the trailer attached The gross axle weight ratings and...

Page 241: ...never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes Trailer brakes of adequate size are required on trailers of more than 750 kilograms 1 653 lbs loaded weight Trailer Turn Signals When you...

Page 242: ...nto P Park for an automatic transmission or into gear for a manual transmission yet If the vehicle is facing down hill turn the wheels toward the kerb If it is facing up hill turn the wheels toward tr...

Page 243: ...re to hold the regular brake pedal down while you start the engine shift into gear and release the park brake Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks Stop and have someone pick up and st...

Page 244: ...creen Washer Fluid 271 Battery 272 Air Cleaner Filter 273 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 274 Tyres 275 Inflation 276 Inspection and Rotation 277 Tyre Replacement 279 Tyre Chains 281 Spare Tyre 281...

Page 245: ...g accessories to your vehicle can affect your vehicle s perform ance and safety Modifications may cause problems or damage to vehicle systems such as air bags braking stability ride and handling emiss...

Page 246: ...that you use these fuels if they comply with the required fuel specifications However E85 85 ethanol and other fuels containing more than 10 ethanol must not be used in vehicles that were not designe...

Page 247: ...ranty Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper main tenance of your vehicle You should use a high quality fuel which meets the minimum octane rating recommended Be sure the poste...

Page 248: ...ve the fuel cap Pulling the key while it is in the fuel cap may result in vehicle damage CAUTION Static electricity can ignite fuel vapour You can be burnt and your vehicle damaged Before you open the...

Page 249: ...e Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel If you get fuel on you and then something ignites it you could be badly burnt Turn off your engine before refuelling Always switch off the eng...

Page 250: ...g the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Do not smoke while refuelling CAUTION To allow room for fuel expan sion in the fuel tank caused by heat fro...

Page 251: ...bonnet CAUTION Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine They could start a fire and you or others could be burnt Before closing the bonnet make sure that all filler cap...

Page 252: ...If fitted 6 Oil Fill Cap 7 Radiator Cap 8 Remote Negative Battery Ter minal GND 9 Engine Oil Dipstick 10 Positive Battery Terminal 11 Brake Fluid Reservoir 12 Engine Compartment Fuse Box 13 Battery 1...

Page 253: ...sposed of with regular trash NOTICE Failure to use the recommend ed oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty Engine oil must be kept at correct levels to help ensure proper lubri c...

Page 254: ...he dipstick and wipe it clean 4 Reinsert the dipstick all the way until it is firmly seated 5 Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level Keep the dipstick pointed down to get an accurate readin...

Page 255: ...be damaged Reinsert the dipstick all the way until it is firmly seated Choosing the Right Oil Quality Use engine oil that meets the API SL SM ILSAC GF 3 GF 4 rating Oils which do not meet these speci...

Page 256: ...ge of temperature your vehicle will be operated in before the next oil change and use the chart above to choose an alter native that meets the required quality standards NOTICE Failure to use the reco...

Page 257: ...ake sure to follow the change intervals listed in the export specif ic Maintenance Schedule booklet and not those listed in any other English booklet that might be provided with your vehicle The oil a...

Page 258: ...Centre in Section 1 for information on the engine oil life monitor Engine damage resulting from improper maintenance is not covered by the New Vehicle Warranty Engine Coolant CAUTION If your engine ov...

Page 259: ...Check the coolant level at regular intervals such as when refuelling The coolant level can be checked by looking at the see through recovery reservoir without having to remove the cap The vehicle must...

Page 260: ...this section CAUTION Under some conditions the ethylene glycol in engine cool ant is combustible To avoid being burnt do not spill cool ant on the exhaust system or on hot engine parts If you have an...

Page 261: ...form the following procedure yourself you may prefer to have the fluid level checked by your dealer or service centre CHECKING THE FLUID LEVEL Check the fluid level at every oil change The fluid shoul...

Page 262: ...ter a cold check perform a hot check at the first opportunity once the fluid reaches normal operating temperature Check the fluid level at every engine oil change 1 Park the vehicle on a level sur fac...

Page 263: ...the level is not within the COLD band add or drain fluid as necessary to bring the level into the middle of the COLD band Re install the dipstick Then operate the transmission until the fluid is hot...

Page 264: ...th your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about 3 seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in P Park 4 Run the engine at idle speed for about...

Page 265: ...fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the level is low add enough fluid to bring it up into the cross hatched area on the dipstick When adding fluid be careful not to over...

Page 266: ...Manual Transmission Fluid If fitted It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid in your vehicle however you may have the fluid level checked by your dealer or service centre when you have the...

Page 267: ...to the bottom of the filler plug hole 3 Re install the filler plug See the Recommended Fluids and Lubricants chart later in this section to determine what kind of fluid to use Hydraulic Clutch Fluid M...

Page 268: ...f the fluid level is not at the bottom of the diaphragm when the diaphragm is in place in the reservoir See the Recommended Fluids and Lubricants chart later in this section to determine what kind of...

Page 269: ...is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise Fluid loss in this system could indi cate a problem Have the system inspected See the Recommended Fluids and Lubricants chart later in this sectio...

Page 270: ...voir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick clean Replace the cap and completely tighten it 4 Remove the cap again and check the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be between the ADD...

Page 271: ...n there will be too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If there is too much brake...

Page 272: ...f fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well This could cause a collision Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE Using the wrong kind of fluid could severely damage system components A...

Page 273: ...n on the original battery s label You will never have to add water to the battery If your vehicle will not be driven for an extended period of time disconnect the lead from the negative terminal of th...

Page 274: ...ss the filter remove the fasteners that hold the air cleaner cover in place Remove the cover and replace the filter Reverse the steps for installation of the new filter CAUTION The air filter must be...

Page 275: ...Brake System DOT 4 brake fluid Windscreen Washer Solvent GM Optikleen washer solvent Power Steering System GM power steering fluid GM part no 89021184 or equivalent Automatic Transmission DEXRON VI A...

Page 276: ...uld have an blow out and a serious accident Do not under inflate your tyres Under inflating the tyres could cause them to overheat You could have an blow out and a serious accident CAUTION Check the i...

Page 277: ...Loading in Section 3 Maintaining the cold tyre pressure indicated on the tyre information label leads to better fuel economy longer tyre life a more comforta ble ride and better overall driveability C...

Page 278: ...pressure 4 If you overfill the tyre release air by pushing on the metal stem in the centre of the tyre valve 5 Re check the tyre pressure 6 Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They...

Page 279: ...e places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you could use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if necessary to get all the rust or...

Page 280: ...ree places around the tyre as in this picture you need a new tyre Here are other things that mean you need to get a new tyre The tread or side wall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord o...

Page 281: ...ll over air bags CAUTION If you add different sized wheels and then if tyres not recommended for those wheels are selected your vehicle may not provide an acceptable level of performance and safety Yo...

Page 282: ...it install them on the rear tyres NOTICE Use tyre chains only where legal and only when you must Use chains that are the correct size for your tyres Install them on the rear tyres as tightly as possib...

Page 283: ...laced While some aluminium wheels can be repaired other types of wheels should be replaced if they leak air Use only new GM original equip ment See your dealer for assistance CAUTION Using the wrong r...

Page 284: ...l the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts or improp...

Page 285: ...ehicle Use the following chart to help you understand your vehicle s identification number The eighth character of the vehicle identification number is the engine code This code will help you identify...

Page 286: ...n the vehicle identification number the model designation paint information a list of all production options and special equipment Do not remove this label from the vehicle SAFETY COMPLIANCE LABEL The...

Page 287: ...are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems If you ever have a problem...

Page 288: ...uses with a fuse extractor Look at the silver coloured band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the correct size and ratin...

Page 289: ...Conditioning Display 14 Body Control Module 15 Rear Wiper Motor 16 Rear Wiper Pump Switch 17 Air Injection Reactor AIR Solenoid 18 Spare 19 Instrument Cluster Fuse Usage 01 02 03 04 05 06 SPARE 07 08...

Page 290: ...r Vent 32 Regulated Voltage Control VSense 33 Ignition 1 Fuse Usage 34 Transmission 35 Cruise Control Inside Rear view Mirror 36 Front Park Lights 37 Left Side Rear Parking Light 38 Amplifier 39 Horn...

Page 291: ...se Control Module Switch 59 Climate Controls 60 Rear Fog Lights If fitted 61 Power Seat Controls Fuse Usage 62 Air Pump 63 Right Side Power Window 64 Anti lock Brake System Stabilitrak 2 Solenoid 67 A...

Page 292: ...Air Conditioning Clutch 77 Powertrain Control Module 78 Run Crank 79 Horn 80 Air Injection Reactor AIR Solenoid 81 Powertrain Starter 86 Rear Fog Lights If fitted 87 Heating Ventilation and Air Condit...

Page 293: ...essu rised gas and may burst if dropped or scratched You or others may be injured Follow all instructions on the bulb package Headlights 1 Open the bonnet 2 Locate the affected headlight on the inner...

Page 294: ...ee your dealer for service Tail Lights Stoplights Back Up Lights and Rear Turn Signals 1 Open the swing gate 2 Remove the two screws from the light assembly 3 Pull the light assembly away from the veh...

Page 295: ...Locate the bulb socket under the bumper 2 Remove the two screws from the light assembly 3 Pull the light assembly away from the vehicle 4 Turn the bulb socket anti clockwise and pull the bulb straight...

Page 296: ...BULB SPECIFICATIONS Headlight Bulbs H 13 Tail Lights Stoplights Back Up Lights and Rear Turn Signals P27 7WLL See your dealer for any bulb not listed in this section 08auzH3G_070912 Page 295 Wednesday...

Page 297: ...ervice and Maintenance 296 SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES Component Specifications 3 7 L L5 Engine Type L5 VIN Code E Wheel Nut Torque 140 Nm 08auzH3G_070912 Page 296 Wednesday September 12 2007 7 03 A...

Page 298: ...mission 2 3 L Transfer Case 1 5 L Air Conditioning Refrigerant R 134a Change filter at every oil change Re check fluid level after filling For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see...

Page 299: ...larly battery acid Cleaning may safely be carried out using mild soap and water The belt should be replaced if webbing becomes frayed contaminated or damaged General Motors offers products specially d...

Page 300: ...e and Jacking Equipment 320 Rear Mounted Spare Tyre 322 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck 323 Rocking Your Vehicle 324 Recovery Hooks 325 Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 326 5 Prob lems on the Road...

Page 301: ...e You can be hurt badly if you aren t careful See the section titled How to Use this Handbook for tips on how to work around a battery without getting hurt Do not let battery fluid touch your skin If...

Page 302: ...and a manual transmission into N Neutral before setting the park brake NOTE Make sure that the transfer case is in a drive gear and not in N Neutral Otherwise the vehicle will be free to roll even if...

Page 303: ...s posi tive terminal you will need to open the cover 5 Check that the jumper leads don t have any loose or miss ing insulation If they do you could get a shock and the vehicles could be damaged Do not...

Page 304: ...the engine of the vehi cle with the flat battery or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Attach the lead at least 45 cm 18 inches away from the flat battery but not near engine parts t...

Page 305: ...er metal Remove the leads in the correct order The repairs would not be covered by your warranty 13 Re install the positive terminal cover TOWING See your dealer or a professional towing service if yo...

Page 306: ...while stopped Pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so Allow the engine to idle for a few minutes If the coolant temperature gauge still shows an overheated condi tion pull over s...

Page 307: ...e needs service Turn off the engine Checking and Adding Coolant The coolant level can be checked by looking at the see through recovery reservoir without having to remove the cap The vehicle must be o...

Page 308: ...and the engine coolant will require change sooner Damage caused by the use of any coolant that is not recom mended is not covered by your new vehicle warranty When the coolant in the tank is up to the...

Page 309: ...pressure left Then remove the cap NOTE If at any time during this proce dure coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck re install the radiator pressure cap 2 Fill the radiator with the right mixtu...

Page 310: ...e filler neck 7 Re install the pressure cap ENGINE FAN NOISE Your vehicle is fitted with a clutched engine cooling fan Under most driving conditions the fan clutch is not fully engaged This improves f...

Page 311: ...cle when changing wheels Do not get under a vehicle supported only by a jack use vehicle support stands CAUTION If using a jack or hoist other than the jack supplied with the vehicle refer to Changing...

Page 312: ...ace the automatic gear shift in P Park or the manual gear shift in 1 First or R Reverse Make sure that the transfer case is in a drive gear and not in N Neutral Otherwise the vehicle will be free to r...

Page 313: ...the swing gate See Swing Gate in Section 1 for more information 2 Lift the two latches and pull the jack cover off 3 Turn the wing nut anti clockwise to release the jack storage bag and tool bag 4 Rem...

Page 314: ...outside of the vehicle To access the spare tyre do the following 1 Release the latch and open the spare tyre cover To release the latch pull the latch rearward and turn it away from the cover 2 To rem...

Page 315: ...ening the swing gate with the spare tyre cover unlatched could damage the vehicle Changing the Flat Tyre 1 To remove the centre cap place the flat end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and...

Page 316: ...you want to change If the flat tyre is on a rear wheel place the jack under the rear axle If the flat tyre is on a front wheel place the jack on the front lower control arm along the bar that runs fr...

Page 317: ...place any portion of their body under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to...

Page 318: ...make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In...

Page 319: ...l the wheel nuts with the rounded end toward the wheel and tighten until the wheel is held against the hub For wheels with a wheel lock key use the wheel lock key between the lock nut and wrench 11 Tu...

Page 320: ...e brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification 14 When you install the wheel and tyre you must also re install the centre cap Place the cap...

Page 321: ...ire two people 3 Install the wheel nuts and tighten by hand 4 Tighten the nuts firmly using the wheel wrench For wheels with a wheel lock key use the wheel lock key between the lock nut and wrench 5 T...

Page 322: ...nd the tabs in the swing gate on top of the tool bag 4 Secure the jack and tool bag with the wing nut retainer 5 To re install the cover insert the tabs into the holes on the swing gate Press the latc...

Page 323: ...proper tyre inflation specifications To determine the location of your vehicle s tyre information label see Vehicle Loading in Section 3 After installing the spare tyre on your vehicle stop as soon a...

Page 324: ...heat and cause an engine fire or other damage If the vehicle gets stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Do not spin the wheels above 55 km h 35 mph as shown on the speedometer NOTICE Spinning th...

Page 325: ...the Stabilitrak System off See the following in Section 1 for more information Traction Control System Stabilitrak System 3 Then with the wheels straight ahead do the following Shift the transmission...

Page 326: ...During use keep people away from the vicinity of the recovery hooks and any chains or cables Always pull the vehicle straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle NOTICE Never use the reco...

Page 327: ...nsumption or average vehicle speed These modules may also retain the owner s personal preferences such as radio pre sets seat positions and temperature settings The event data recorder in your vehicle...

Page 328: ...lessee in response to an official request of police or similar government office as part of GM s defense of litigation or as required by law Data that GM collects or receives may also be used for GM r...

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Page 330: ...ur Compact Discs 99 Audio Compact Disc Changer 90 Audio Radio Controls 73 83 Audio Song List Mode 96 Audio Sound System With 6 Disc CD Changer 83 Audio Sound System With Compact Disc Player 73 Automat...

Page 331: ...abel 234 Cargo Vehicle Loading 233 Cautions Important Safety Precautions 6 20 Chains Trailer Towing Safety Chains 240 Chains Tyre Chains 281 Charging System Warning Light 32 Children Child Restraint T...

Page 332: ...ndicator Light 41 Cup holders 130 D Dash Instrument Cluster 25 27 Dash Mounted Instruments and Controls 25 Data Collection 326 Defrosting 67 Demister Rear Window 70 Demisting 67 Dipstick Automatic Tra...

Page 333: ...ne Flooding 192 Engine Engine Oil 252 297 Engine Engine Oil Dipstick 251 Engine Engine Oil Fill Cap 251 Engine Engine Starting 190 Engine Engine Starting Problems 191 Engine Failure to Start 192 Engin...

Page 334: ...244 H Hazard Warning Flasher 25 53 Headlights High Beam Indicator 27 Headlights High Low Beam Control 103 Headlights Levelling Control 62 Heating 66 67 Heating Climate Control System 25 65 High Beam I...

Page 335: ...iance Label 285 Label Service Parts Identification Label 285 Label Tyre and Loading Information Label 234 Label Vehicle Identification Number 284 Language Language Selection 28 42 43 Lever Gearshift L...

Page 336: ...s Rear Door Security Locks 122 Lubricant Front Axle Lubricant 268 Lubricant Rear Axle Lubricant 268 Lubricant Transfer Case Lubricant 267 Lubricants Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 274 Luggage Lugga...

Page 337: ...rs Vanity 118 Multi function Lever 25 101 102 N Net Convenience Net 124 130 O Odometer 28 42 Off Roading Brake and Throttle Operation Techniques 210 Off Roading Crossing Obstacles 213 Off Roading Driv...

Page 338: ...Theft Feature 100 Radio Care of Your Compact Disc Player 99 Radio Care of Your Compact Discs 99 Radio Compact Disc Changer 90 Radio Radio Controls 73 83 Radio Song List Mode 96 Radio Sound System Wit...

Page 339: ...ng System 157 Safety Replacing Safety Belts 148 Safety Safety Belt Pre tensioners 151 Safety Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 149 Safety Safety Belts 140 Safety Safety Compliance Label 285 Safety Shou...

Page 340: ...sabled Light 38 Stabilitrak Stabilitrak System 57 Starting Cold Weather Starting 192 Starting Engine Flooding 192 Starting Engine Starting 190 Starting Engine Starting Problems 191 Starting Failure to...

Page 341: ...Towing Safety Chains 240 Towing Trailer Turn Signals 240 Traction 226 Traction Locking Rear Axle 227 Traction Stabilitrak System 57 Traction Traction Control System 55 Traction Traction Control Syste...

Page 342: ...er 284 Ventilation 66 Ventilation Air Vents 25 Visors Sun Visors 125 W Warning Light Air Bag Light 39 156 Warning Light Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light 31 Warning Light Malfunction Indicator Light 3...

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