GMC Sierra 2005 Owner'S Manual Download

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*1 — Gasoline Engine and Diesel Engine.

*2 — Gasoline Engine; ECMRPV — Diesel Engine.

*3 — Gasoline Engine; FUEL HT — Diesel Engine.

*4 — Gasoline Engine; ECM I — Diesel Engine.

*5 — IGN/EDU

Fuses

Usage

GLOW PLUG

Diesel Glow Plugs and Intake
Air Heater

CUST FEED

Gasoline Accessory Power

HYBRID

Hybrid

STUD #1

Auxiliary Power (Single
Battery and Diesels Only)/
Dual Battery (TP2) Do not
install fuse.

MBEC

Mid Bussed Electrical Center
Power Feed, Front Seats,
Right Doors

BLOWER

Front Climate Control Fan

LBEC

Left Bussed Electrical Center,
Door Modules, Door Locks,
Auxiliary Power Outlet—Rear
Cargo Area and Instrument
Panel

STUD 2

Accessory Power/Trailer
Wiring Brake Feed

ABS

Anti-Lock Brakes

Fuses

Usage

VSES/ECAS

Vehicle Stability

IGN A

Ignition Power

IGN B

Ignition Power

LBEC 1

Left Bussed Electrical Center,
Left Doors, Truck Body
Controller, Flasher Module

TRL PARK

Parking Lamps Trailer Wiring

RR PARK

Right Rear Parking and
Sidemarker Lamps

LR PARK

Left Rear Parking and
Sidemarker Lamps

PARK LP

Parking Lamps Relay

STRTR

Starter Relay

INTPARK

Interior Lamps

STOP LP

Stoplamps

TBC BATT

Truck Body Controller
Battery Feed

S/ROOF

Sunroof

SEO B2

Off-Road Lamps

4WS

Vent Solenoid
Canister/Quadrasteer
Module Power

RR HVAC

Not Used

AUX PWR

Auxiliary Power
Outlet — Console

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Summary of Contents for Sierra 2005

Page 1: ...ges and Indicators 3 30 Driver Information Center DIC 3 49 Audio System s 3 67 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 63 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5...

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

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

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

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

Page 6: ...NOTES vi...

Page 7: ...ts 1 30 Older Children 1 30 Infants and Young Children 1 32 Child Restraint Systems 1 36 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Top Strap 1 40 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 42 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers...

Page 8: ...Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 1 70 Airbag Off Switch 1 71 Passenger Sensing System 1 74 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 78 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 79 Restr...

Page 9: ...a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving If your vehicle has a manual bucket or a split bench seat you can adjust it with this lever located at the...

Page 10: ...entire seat cushion If your vehicle has power reclining seats you can use the vertical control to adjust the angle of the seatback Move the reclining front seatback rearward or forward by moving the c...

Page 11: ...ton to cycle through the temperature settings of high medium and low and to turn the heated seat off Indicator lights will be lit to designate the level of heat selected three for high two for medium...

Page 12: ...tback where you want it Lift the lever again without pushing on the seatback and the seatback will go to an upright position If your vehicle has power seats with a power recliner see Power Seats on pa...

Page 13: ...domen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well bac...

Page 14: ...ion To return the seatback to the upright position push the seatback rearward until it latches After returning the seatback to its upright position push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is loc...

Page 15: ...p loop at the rear of the seat cushion Then pull the seat cushion up and fold it forward 2 After folding the seat cushion fully forward pull the seatback forward and fold the seatback down until it is...

Page 16: ...ou are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle...

Page 17: ...crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in veh...

Page 18: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 1 12...

Page 19: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 13...

Page 20: ...pside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safet...

Page 21: ...to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller childr...

Page 22: ...you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 29 Make s...

Page 23: ...nder the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest The...

Page 24: ...o loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury...

Page 25: ...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 26: ...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 27: ...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 28: ...jured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it To u...

Page 29: ...ect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing the...

Page 30: ...to the rear outside seat positions To learn how to wear this belt see Lap Shoulder Belt under Rear Seat Passengers on page 1 25 Lap Belt When you sit in a center rear seat position of an extended cab...

Page 31: ...e is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Rear Seat Passengers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show tha...

Page 32: ...t across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it...

Page 33: ...houlder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash The safet...

Page 34: ...rt guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger in the rear seat Here is how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Remove the guide...

Page 35: ...together so that you can take them out of the guides Slide the guide onto the storage clip Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety be...

Page 36: ...nd get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It sho...

Page 37: ...e seat position move the child toward the center of the vehicle Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults on page 1 28 If the child is sitting in the center rear seat posi...

Page 38: ...hild s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the...

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

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

Page 41: ...k and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part...

Page 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: ...type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If i...

Page 45: ...restraint in the right front seat position CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system or airbag off switch are designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag un...

Page 46: ...ge 1 60 for more on this including important safety information Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in...

Page 47: ...the following anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed If the position you are using has a...

Page 48: ...vering it Once you have the top strap anchored you will be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Extended Cab...

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: ...cab if a national or local law requires that the top strap be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored There is no place to anchor th...

Page 51: ...for Children LATCH System Your vehicle may have the LATCH system For extended cabs there are anchors for the rear outside seating positions For crew cabs there are anchors for the second row center a...

Page 52: ...where the seatback 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 c...

Page 53: ...he LATCH anchorages Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position Extended Cab and Crew Cab There is limited space in the rear seating of an extended cab model If you want to secure a chi...

Page 54: ...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 55: ...ty belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position If y...

Page 56: ...th the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 45 See Top Strap on page 1 40 if the child restraint has one If your child restraint does not have the LATC...

Page 57: ...ld restraint If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in diffe...

Page 58: ...ap on page 1 40 if your child restraint has one There is no top strap anchor in the right front passenger s position Do not secure a child seat in this position if a national or local law requires tha...

Page 59: ...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 60: ...be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or la...

Page 61: ...itch is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off...

Page 62: ...e seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Manual Seats on page 1 3 or Power Seats on page 1 4 CAUTION If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel...

Page 63: ...need to use a rear facing child restraint in this seat make sure the airbag is off once the child restraint has been installed When the airbag off switch has turned off the right front passenger s fro...

Page 64: ...tion and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten th...

Page 65: ...nless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger airbag risk group See Airbag Off Switch on page 1 71 CAUTION If the right front passenger s airbag is turned off for a person who...

Page 66: ...nt can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Be sure the...

Page 67: ...eat even if the airbag is off If your child restraint is forward facing move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the child restraint in this seat See Power Seats on page 1 4 or Manual S...

Page 68: ...portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee...

Page 69: ...seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this happens adjust the head restraint If the on indicator is sti...

Page 70: ...over rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants airbags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful airbags have provided in th...

Page 71: ...ection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 1 30 and Infants and Young Children on page 1 32 There is an air...

Page 72: ...n airbag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything bet...

Page 73: ...t crash speed than if the object does not deform If the vehicle hits a narrow object like a pole the airbag could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a wide object like a wall...

Page 74: ...ing to crash severity Your vehicle is equipped with electronic frontal sensors which help the sensing system distinguish between a moderate and a more severe frontal impact For moderate frontal impact...

Page 75: ...art of the airbag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisio...

Page 76: ...oblems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get...

Page 77: ...airbag coverings Airbag Off Switch If your instrument panel has one of the switches pictured in the following illustrations your vehicle has an airbag off switch that you can use to turn off the righ...

Page 78: ...a medical condition which according to his or her physician causes the passenger airbag to pose a special risk for the passenger and makes the potential harm from the passenger airbag in a crash great...

Page 79: ...airbag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the airbag it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system The right front passenger s airbag could inflate even though the sw...

Page 80: ...to RUN or START The words ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off will be visible on the rearview mirror during the system check When the system check is complete either the word ON or the word OFF or...

Page 81: ...t a child in a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat unless the passenger airbag status indicator shows off Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger...

Page 82: ...ght Front Seat Position Regular and Extended Cab With Passenger Sensing System on page 1 60 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to...

Page 83: ...icle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes This will allow the system to detect that person and then enable the passenger s airbag CAUTION If the airbag readiness light in...

Page 84: ...cles under the passenger s seat or between the passenger s seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle Airb...

Page 85: ...o Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle Q Is there anything I might add to the front of the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change your vehicle s frame bu...

Page 86: ...can affect the operation of the advanced airbag system If you have questions call Customer Assistance The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfacti...

Page 87: ...er 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 88: ...NOTES 1 82...

Page 89: ...2 19 Content Theft Deterrent 2 19 Passlock 2 21 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 21 New Vehicle Break In 2 21 Ignition Positions 2 22 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 23 Starting the Engine 2 23 En...

Page 90: ...r Camper Type Mirror 2 65 Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors 2 65 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror 2 66 Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors 2 67 Outside Convex Mirror 2 67 Outside Heated Mirrors 2 67 OnStar...

Page 91: ...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 92: ...more information Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped the remote keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada...

Page 93: ...cessary See Battery Replacement and Resynchronization under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 5 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remo...

Page 94: ...tolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your ve...

Page 95: ...ation 5 Check the operation of the transmitter Resynchronization Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system The transmitter does not send the same signal twice t...

Page 96: ...get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leav...

Page 97: ...k switch press the bottom of the switch on either front door to lock all the doors at once Press the top of the switch to unlock all the doors at once The power door locks will operate at any time eve...

Page 98: ...s entry transmitter This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition You can also program this feature using the DIC See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3 62 Programmable Automatic Door L...

Page 99: ...s the locks will automatically lock and unlock and the horn will chirp twice to indicate that you have left the program mode If this occurs you can repeat the procedure beginning with Step 1 to re ent...

Page 100: ...ck switch once You will hear one two three or four chimes The number of chimes tells you which unlock mode is currently selected Continue to press the door unlock switch until the number of chimes tha...

Page 101: ...er rearward 4 Close the door 5 Do the same thing to the other rear door The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use If you want to open the rear door wh...

Page 102: ...ront door must be opened first Then use the handle located on the inside of the rear access door to open it Crew Cabs If your vehicle is a crew cab you can open your doors from the inside or outside Y...

Page 103: ...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 104: ...be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in war...

Page 105: ...ws the windows to be lowered without holding the switch Press down fully on the window switch then release to activate the express down mode The express down mode can be canceled at any time by pullin...

Page 106: ...e latch in the center of the window and slide the glass to open it When you close the window be sure the latch is engaged The sliding rear window does not have rear defogger However if your vehicle ha...

Page 107: ...oor 2 Lock the door with the power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter The security light should come on and flash If using the remote keyless entry transmitter the door does not...

Page 108: ...y You can also turn off the alarm by pressing unlock on the remote keyless entry transmitter or by placing the key in the ignition and turning it to start Testing the Alarm The alarm can be tested by...

Page 109: ...time You may also want to check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 119 See your dealer for service In an emergency call the GM Roadside Assistance Center See Roadside Assistance Program...

Page 110: ...oved The steering locks when equipped with a manual transmission It is a theft deterrent feature You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK B Accessory This position...

Page 111: ...s feature assists in starting the engine and protects the electrical system This feature may cause the engine to crank even after the ignition key is not in START Automatic Transmission Move your shif...

Page 112: ...our engine in very cold weather below 0 F or 18 C do this 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START and hold it there up to 15 seconds When the engine starts let go of...

Page 113: ...e a diesel engine refer to diesel supplement for location 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also t...

Page 114: ...the higher weight of commercial medium duty trucks Therefore the Allison Transmission uses larger parts than other automatic transmission These larger parts may sometimes make a clunk noise when the s...

Page 115: ...To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transmission see If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 48 NEUTRAL N In this position your...

Page 116: ...tabilization feature to adjust the transmission shift schedule to the current driving situation to reduce rapid upshifts and downshifts This shift stabilization feature is designed to determine before...

Page 117: ...on slippery road surfaces FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the selector lever is put i...

Page 118: ...shift pattern to reduce shift cycling providing increased performance vehicle control and transmission cooling when towing or hauling heavy loads If your vehicle is equipped with an Allison transmissi...

Page 119: ...een designed for this grade braking feature Do not allow the engine to go into the solid red zone Apply the vehicle s brakes for a short time to slow down if you are driving on a long hill and the tac...

Page 120: ...as you press the accelerator pedal You can shift into SECOND 2 when you are going less than 20 mph 32 km h If you have come to a complete stop and it is hard to shift into SECOND 2 put the shift leve...

Page 121: ...ss the clutch pedal back down Then shift into FIRST 1 SECOND 2 Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND 2 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press...

Page 122: ...clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal Only downshift into FIRST 1 when the vehicle has come to a complete stop If the shift lever will not go into FIRST 1 put the lever in NEUTRAL and let u...

Page 123: ...ifting or descending a grade at too high a vehicle speed When going down steep grades always select a gear at least one position lower than you would use on climbing a grade This will allow the vehicl...

Page 124: ...is in 4 Wheel Low Ignore the SHIFT light when you downshift Four Wheel Drive If your vehicle has four wheel drive you can send your engine s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction To get...

Page 125: ...wheel drive and the front axle engages See Four Wheel Drive Light on page 3 47 Some delay between shifting and when the indicator light comes on is normal Recommended Transfer Case Settings Driving C...

Page 126: ...ur vehicle needs to be towed See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 63 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 63 2H Two Wheel High This setting is used for driving in most street and highway situations Y...

Page 127: ...r Out of 4L Four Wheel Low Notice Shifting the transfer case into four wheel low while moving at speeds faster than 3 mph 5 km h may cause premature wear to the transfer case and may cause the gears t...

Page 128: ...n Tow YES See Recreational Vehicle Towing in the Index for further information You can choose among four driving settings AUTO 4WD This setting is ideal for use when road surface traction conditions a...

Page 129: ...our Wheel Low This setting also engages your front axle and delivers extra torque You may never need Four Wheel Low It sends maximum power to all four wheels You might choose Four Wheel Low if you are...

Page 130: ...ith the transmission in NEUTRAL N The preferred method for shifting into four wheel low is to have your vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph 1 6 to 3 2 km h Press and release the Four Wheel Low switch You must w...

Page 131: ...Wheel High ranges or from NEUTRAL with the engine running If the four wheel high AUTO 4WD or Two Wheel High switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and or moving the Four Wheel High AUTO 4WD o...

Page 132: ...parking brake 7 You may start the engine and shift the transmission to the desired position Excessively shifting the transfer case into or out of the different modes may cause the transfer case to ent...

Page 133: ...two wheel drive CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P You or someone else could be seriously injured Be sure to set the pa...

Page 134: ...ehicle was going too fast the automatic transmission was not in neutral or the clutch pedal was not fully depressed Slow flashing means the shift is in progress It will stay on when the shift is compl...

Page 135: ...our wheel low is to have your vehicle moving 3 mph 5 km h Press and release the Four Wheel Low switch You must wait for the four wheel low indicator light to stop flashing and stay on before shifting...

Page 136: ...easing the clutch pedal If the Four Wheel High switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and or moving the Four Wheel High indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but will not complete the shif...

Page 137: ...nition to LOCK Shifting Out of NEUTRAL To shift out of NEUTRAL 1 Set the parking brake and press and hold the regular brake pedal 2 Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL N for an automatic transmission or...

Page 138: ...pedal down Pull the bottom edge of the lever located above the parking brake pedal with the parking brake symbol to release the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released...

Page 139: ...r vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 68 1 Hol...

Page 140: ...r into PARK P hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully loc...

Page 141: ...r automatic transmissions These larger parts may sometimes make a clunk noise when the selector lever is moved from DRIVE D or REVERSE R to PARK P This is normal and there is no damage occurring durin...

Page 142: ...ur vehicle move the shift lever into REVERSE R and firmly apply the parking brake Once the shift lever has been placed into REVERSE R with the clutch pedal pressed in you can turn the ignition key to...

Page 143: ...vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Repairs...

Page 144: ...n come in easily NEVER park in a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 44 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the...

Page 145: ...al Rearview Mirror Pull or push the tab under the mirror to adjust it to the night or daytime setting In the nightime setting the glare from headlamps behind the vehicle will be less intense Automatic...

Page 146: ...dimming mirror function is turned on automatically each time the ignition is started To operate the automatic dimming mirror do the following 1 Make sure the green indicator light located to the left...

Page 147: ...n The compass may need calibration if one of the following occurs After approximately five seconds the display does not show a compass heading N for North for example there may be a strong magnetic fi...

Page 148: ...ark The mirror also includes a display in the upper right corner of the mirror face The compass reading and the outside temperature will both appear in the display at the same time The dual display ca...

Page 149: ...r will display the compass heading Compass Calibration The compass may need calibration if one of the following occurs If CAL is displayed while driving in the vehicle After approximately five seconds...

Page 150: ...een earth s magnetic north and true geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance 1 Find your current location...

Page 151: ...ned with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Outside Manual Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors so you can...

Page 152: ...n also be manually folded in On the lower portion of the mirror is a convex mirror A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat Outside West Coast Type Mirrors If you...

Page 153: ...ith outside power camper type mirrors they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of objects behind you To extend the mirrors move the selector switch located above the mirror control to the mid...

Page 154: ...anually they may shake or flutter at normal driving speeds and may not stay in the unfolded position If this happens you will need to reset the mirrors See Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors next Re...

Page 155: ...rned on or off through the Driver Information Center DIC Outside Convex Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAU...

Page 156: ...a day 7 days a week Terms and conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be found at www onstar com or www onstarcanada com OnStar Services For new vehicles equipped with OnStar the Safe and...

Page 157: ...466 7827 OnStar Virtual Advisor Virtual Advisor is a feature of OnStar Personal Calling that uses minutes to access up to date weather and traffic reports for your area news and sports updates stock q...

Page 158: ...Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interfe...

Page 159: ...Erasing HomeLink Buttons or for assistance contact HomeLink on the Internet at www homelink com or by calling 1 800 355 3515 Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or gate opera...

Page 160: ...indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with Steps 6 through 8 following to complete the programming of a rolling code equipped device most commonly...

Page 161: ...en successfully accepted by HomeLink The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 4 under Programming HomeLink to complete Using HomeLink Press and hold the approp...

Page 162: ...to default settings do the following 1 Hold down the two outside buttons for about 20 seconds until the indicator light begins to flash 2 Continue to hold both buttons until the HomeLink indicator lig...

Page 163: ...press the button located on the right side of the front of the lid and swing the lid open Your vehicle may have a compact disc holder in the console Your console may have a cupholder that swings down...

Page 164: ...Remove the tonneau cover from the notch in the front rail on the driver s side of the vehicle 3 Remove the three bows by gently pushing them against the spring loaded end The three bows are labeled fr...

Page 165: ...roof To close the sunroof press and hold the front of the control The control must be held until the glass stops moving so that the sunroof will be fully seated The sunroof also has a roller sunscreen...

Page 166: ...ol for three seconds 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 mem...

Page 167: ...he memory control for three seconds A double chime will sound to let you know that the position has been stored for the selected button 1 or 2 To repeat the procedure for a second driver follow the pr...

Page 168: ...NOTES 2 80...

Page 169: ...Cigarette Lighter 3 19 Climate Controls 3 20 Climate Control System 3 20 Dual Climate Control System 3 21 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 3 24 Outlet Adjustment 3 29 Warning Lights Gages and Ind...

Page 170: ...RDS 3 68 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS 3 68 AM FM Radio 3 68 Radio with CD 3 71 Radio with Cassette and CD 3 81 Radio with Six Disc CD 3 95 Rear Seat Entertainment System 3 1...

Page 171: ...NOTES 3 3...

Page 172: ...Instrument Panel Overview Automatic Transmission Version shown Manual Transmission Version similar 3 4...

Page 173: ...ual Automatic Climate Control System on page 3 24 K Instrument Panel Fuse Block Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 5 120 L Cargo Lamp Button See Cargo Lamp on page 3 18 M Hood Release See Hood Releas...

Page 174: ...shers are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Horn To sound...

Page 175: ...ol on page 3 10 For information on the headlamps see Headlamps on page 3 13 Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward for right and two downward for left positions These positions al...

Page 176: ...to low beam headlamps pull the multifunction lever toward you Then release it When the high beams are on this indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will also be on Flash to Pass This feature...

Page 177: ...ngs For high speed wiping turn the band further to the second solid band past the delay settings To stop the wipers move the band to off 1 High Speed For high speed wiping turn the band further to the...

Page 178: ...r foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h If you apply your brakes the cruise control will shut off CAUTION Cruise...

Page 179: ...cruise symbol on the instrument panel will illuminate when the cruise control is engaged Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This...

Page 180: ...ress the set button Each time you do this you ll go about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your f...

Page 181: ...ystem into automatic headlamp mode Parking Lamps Turning the control to this position turns on the parking lamps together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument P...

Page 182: ...in PARK P 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 either...

Page 183: ...e operation of the Daytime Running Lamps DRL and the automatic headlamp systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp...

Page 184: ...When the high beams go off the fog lamps will come on again The fog lamps will be cancelled after the ignition is turned off If you still want to use the fog lamps after you restart the vehicle you wi...

Page 185: ...l remain on whether a door is opened or closed Dome Lamp Override E Dome Lamp Override You can use the dome override button located below the exterior lamps control to set the dome lamps to come on au...

Page 186: ...also have reading lamps in other locations To turn the lamps on or off press the button located next to the lamp The lamps are fixed and cannot be adjusted Cargo Lamp The cargo lamp button is located...

Page 187: ...ollow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment Notice Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Do not hang any type of accessory or access...

Page 188: ...e of the air flowing into the passenger area Turn the knob clockwise toward the red area for warmer air Turn the knob counterclockwise toward the blue area for cooler air Mode Knob The right knob on t...

Page 189: ...the fan If the knob is in off outside air will still enter the vehicle and will be directed based on the position of the mode knob The temperature can also be adjusted using the temperature levers Tu...

Page 190: ...ever on the right side of the climate control panel is used to raise or lower the temperature on the passenger s side of the vehicle Air Conditioning Press this button to turn the air conditioning sys...

Page 191: ...ton to activate the heated outside rearview mirrors if equipped Rear Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off An indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that the...

Page 192: ...ecreasing or increasing and an arrow pointing to the driver will be displayed under and to the left of the temperature setting Passenger s Side Temperature Knob The passenger s side knob can be used t...

Page 193: ...the air inlet may automatically switch to recirculate inside air to help quickly cool down your vehicle The light on the button will illuminate in recirculation 2 Set the driver s and passenger s tem...

Page 194: ...he button until the desired mode appears on the display If you press the mode button to select an air delivery mode the display will change to show you the selected air mode delivery The display will...

Page 195: ...ture knob Press the up or down arrows on the fan switch the defrost button the AUTO button or the air conditioning button to turn the system on when it is off Display If you press the MODE button to s...

Page 196: ...s the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best On cool but sunny days while using manual operation of the automatic system use...

Page 197: ...irrors Notice Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window may damage the rear window defogger Repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not clear the inside of the rear...

Page 198: ...ou know they are working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Oft...

Page 199: ...vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going about how much fuel you have and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically United States Heavy Duty Automatic Tra...

Page 200: ...ometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero Press the reset button located on the instrument panel cluster next to the trip...

Page 201: ...light will come on Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag s electrical system for malfunct...

Page 202: ...l go off when you turn the airbag on CAUTION If the right front passenger s airbag is turned off for a person who is not in a risk group identified by the national government that person will not have...

Page 203: ...vehicle is an extended cab pickup and this ever happens do not let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of the passenger airbag risk group sit in the right front passenger s...

Page 204: ...d be very close to the inflating airbag Do not use a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat if the airbag is turned on If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the passenge...

Page 205: ...not have the protection of the airbag See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 33 Battery Warning Light If this light is displayed when the engine is running you may have a problem with your charging sys...

Page 206: ...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 are increased this condit...

Page 207: ...ake system 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...

Page 208: ...don 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...

Page 209: ...7 Transmission Temperature Gage Your vehicle may be equipped with a transmission temperature gage When your ignition is on the gage shows the temperature of the transmission fluid The normal operating...

Page 210: ...your vehicle with the transmission temperature gage above normal operating range you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered by your warranty Do not dri...

Page 211: ...his could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the o...

Page 212: ...installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep p...

Page 213: ...he vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critica...

Page 214: ...tches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine The repairs would not be c...

Page 215: ...gages Some delay between shifting and the indicator s lighting is normal See Four Wheel Drive on page 2 36 for more information Tow Haul Mode Light This light is displayed when the Tow Haul mode has b...

Page 216: ...station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full bu...

Page 217: ...o turn off or acknowledge DIC messages by pressing the trip odometer reset stem See Speedometer and Odometer on page 3 32 for information on features for vehicles without DIC buttons A 3 Trip Informat...

Page 218: ...t for TRIP A in either miles or kilometers Trip B Press the trip information button until TRIP B appears on the display This mode shows the current distance traveled since the last reset for TRIP B in...

Page 219: ...is gradually updated Fuel range cannot be reset Fuel Used Press the fuel information button until FUEL USED appears on the display This mode shows the number of gallons or liters of fuel used since th...

Page 220: ...scroll through the languages in which you can select the DIC to display information DIC Warnings and Messages Warning messages are displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC to notify the driver t...

Page 221: ...ehicle is in motion You should have the passenger buckle their seat belt This reminder will be repeated if the ignition is on the vehicle is in motion the driver is buckled and the passenger is still...

Page 222: ...rn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so Have the electrical system checked by your GM dealer immediately See Battery Warning Light on page 3 37 and Voltmeter Gage on page 3 38 for more infor...

Page 223: ...age will clear when the coolant temperature drops to safe operating temperature ENGINE OVERHEATED If the engine cooling system reaches unsafe temperatures for operation this message will appear in the...

Page 224: ...vehicle is not equipped with the four DIC buttons pressing the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display LOW COOLANT LEVEL If your vehicle is equipped wit...

Page 225: ...vehicle is not equipped with the four DIC buttons pressing the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display RANGE SHIFT INHIBITED Allison Transmission Only...

Page 226: ...the DIC display If your vehicle is not equipped with the four DIC buttons pressing the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display SERVICE AIR BAG If there...

Page 227: ...rs 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 begin driving the brak...

Page 228: ...ACTIVE When the traction control system had detected that any of the vehicle s wheels are slipping the traction control system will activate and this message will appear on the DIC See Traction Assist...

Page 229: ...wing a trailer Hot outside air temperatures Hauling a large or heavy load Over loading Low transmission fluid level High transmission fluid level Restricted air flow to the radiator and the auxiliary...

Page 230: ...on while LOCK DOORS is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices LOCK DOORS IN GEAR default The doors will lock when the vehicle is shifted out of PARK...

Page 231: ...the lock button on the keyless entry transmitter DOOR LOCK DELAY ON The doors will not lock until five seconds after the last door is closed You will hear three chimes to signal that the delayed locki...

Page 232: ...OCK FEEDBACK HORN The horn will chirp the second time you press the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter UNLOCK FEEDBACK BOTH The parking lamps will flash each time yo...

Page 233: ...available options and press the customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature Easy Exit Seat Press the customization button until EASY EXIT SEAT a...

Page 234: ...es 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 horn will...

Page 235: ...ed on the DIC to select it and end out of the customizable options Audio System s Notice Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle such as an audio system CD player CB radio mobile telephone o...

Page 236: ...e can be set with the ignition on or off To synchronize the time with an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System RDS information press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time until RDS...

Page 237: ...he radio will only seek and scan stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band Setting Preset Stations Up to 18 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM can be programmed on the six numbered...

Page 238: ...middle position select BAL or FAD Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep L balance and a zero or F and a zero will appear on the display To adjust both tone control...

Page 239: ...information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While the radio is tuned to an RDS station the station name or call letters will appear on t...

Page 240: ...knob until you hear a beep The selected display will now be the default AUTO VOL Automatic Volume With automatic volume the audio system will adjust automatically to make up for road and wind noise as...

Page 241: ...the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press BAND to select FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenev...

Page 242: ...the fade between the front and the rear speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until FADE appears on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the front or the rear speakers To adjust the...

Page 243: ...equency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type To turn alternate frequency on press and hold BAND for two seconds AF ON will appear on the disp...

Page 244: ...n symbol will disappear from the display until another new message is received The last message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button You can view the last message until a new message is receiv...

Page 245: ...en area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disapp...

Page 246: ...The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle...

Page 247: ...n skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty 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 Noti...

Page 248: ...the right arrow to go to the start of the next track If either arrow is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD SCAN Press and hold either th...

Page 249: ...ry again There may have been a problem while burning the CD The label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs rep...

Page 250: ...tations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is based...

Page 251: ...ding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped The display will show the selection o TUNE p Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press either the...

Page 252: ...TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass or treble level If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble To adjust the bass or treble to t...

Page 253: ...ob when no tone or speaker control is displayed ALL CENTERED will appear on the display you will hear a beep and the display level will be adjusted to the middle position Finding a Program Type PTY St...

Page 254: ...radio may switch to stations with a stronger frequency To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds AF OFF will appear on the display The radio will not switch to other st...

Page 255: ...n symbol will disappear from the display until another new message is received The last message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button You can view the last message until a new message is receiv...

Page 256: ...en area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disapp...

Page 257: ...The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle...

Page 258: ...ust have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous to work Press this pushbutton to go to the previous selection on the tape if the current selection has been playing for l...

Page 259: ...CD is playing The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening TAPE DISC Press this button to play a cassette tape or CD when listening to the radio The inactive tape...

Page 260: ...n is pressed Playing a CD Insert a CD part way into the slot label side up The player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing If you want to insert a CD with the ignition off first press the e...

Page 261: ...thin a track Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at six times the normal playing speed Press and hold it for more than two seconds to reverse at 17 times the normal pla...

Page 262: ...when listening to the radio The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening Z Eject Press this button to stop and eject a CD when it is playing or to eject a CD when i...

Page 263: ...through the speakers To stop listening to the DVD press the TAPE DISC button if a cassette tape or a CD is loaded or press the BAND button to select a different source When the RSE system is turned of...

Page 264: ...stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is bas...

Page 265: ...nding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped The display will show the selection o TUNE p Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press either the...

Page 266: ...tion Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS or TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass or treble leve...

Page 267: ...d ALL CENTERED will appear on the display and you will hear a beep Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the TYPE button to activ...

Page 268: ...AF OFF will appear on the display The radio will not switch to other stations This function does not apply for XM Satellite Radio Service Setting Preset PTYs RDS Only These pushbuttons have factory P...

Page 269: ...ppear from the display until another new message is received The last message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button You can view the last message until a new message is received or a different...

Page 270: ...en area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disapp...

Page 271: ...The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle s...

Page 272: ...player When using the CD player use only CDs in good condition without paper labels load one CD at a time and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris If a...

Page 273: ...or light located to the right of the slot will begin to flash and EJECT ALL will appear on the display 2 Once the light stops flashing REMOVE CD will appear on the display The CD will eject and can be...

Page 274: ...random order press and hold RDM for more than two seconds You will hear a beep and RANDOM ALL will appear on the display Press RDM again to turn off random play AUTO EQ Automatic Equalization Press AU...

Page 275: ...off 3 Select the desired CD by pressing the numbered pushbutton and then use the SEEK or TYPE right arrow to locate the track to be saved The track will begin to play 4 Press and hold the SONG LIST b...

Page 276: ...song list contains saved tracks from that CD those tracks are automatically deleted from the song list Any tracks saved to the song list again are added to the bottom of the list To end song list mode...

Page 277: ...more information Rear Seat Entertainment System Your vehicle may have a DVD Rear Seat Entertainment RSE system The RSE system includes a DVD player a video display screen two sets of wireless headpho...

Page 278: ...Do not store the headphones in heat or direct sunlight This could damage the headphones and repairs would not be covered by your warranty Keep the headphones stored in a cool dry place Battery Replac...

Page 279: ...inputs may be heard through the following possible sources Wireless Headphones Vehicle Speakers Vehicle wired headphone jacks on the Rear Seat Audio system if equipped The RSE system will always trans...

Page 280: ...trol later in this section for more information The DVD player power may be turned on when the ignition is in RUN ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active The RSE system DVD player is...

Page 281: ...n every DVD Use the up down left and right arrow buttons to move the cursor around the DVD menu After making a selection press the enter button This button only operates when playing a DVD z Set up Me...

Page 282: ...or if the stop button has been pressed twice the disc will resume play at the beginning Ejecting a Disc Press the eject button on the DVD player faceplate to eject the disc There is not an eject butt...

Page 283: ...ed The format and content of this function will vary for each disc r Fast Reverse Press this button to fast reverse the DVD or CD To stop fast reversing press this button again This button may not wor...

Page 284: ...vious menu This button will operate only when a DVD is playing and a menu is active Camera Angle Press this button to change camera angles on DVDs that have this feature when a DVD is playing The form...

Page 285: ...ignition might not be in on or accessory The parental control button might have been turned on The power indicator light will flash Disc will not play The system might be off The parental control but...

Page 286: ...cator light will flash Problem Recommended Action After stopping the player I push Play but sometimes the DVD starts where I left off and sometimes at the beginning If the stop button was pressed one...

Page 287: ...The RSE is working correctly Use the wireless headphones or have the front seat passengers listen to another audio source DVD Messages The following errors may be displayed on the video screen Disc Fo...

Page 288: ...r Seat Audio RSA This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to any of the sources radio cassette tapes CDs or DVDs However the rear seat passengers can only control the sources that the front...

Page 289: ...o When a cassette tape is playing press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or the previous selection This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a cassette tape Whe...

Page 290: ...IN If the radio is moved to a different vehicle it will not operate and LOCKED will appear on the display When the radio and vehicle are turned off the blinking red light indicates that THEFTLOCK is a...

Page 291: ...t are in the selected band When a cassette tape or CD is playing press the up or the down arrow to fast forward or reverse Q VOLR Volume Press the up or the down arrow to increase or to decrease the v...

Page 292: ...th pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer When cleaning the cassette tape player with the recommende...

Page 293: ...detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the side without writing when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hol...

Page 294: ...o is the vehicle chime producer To change the volume level press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power off The chime volume level will change from the normal level to loud and...

Page 295: ...34 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 35 City Driving 4 38 Freeway Driving 4 39 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 40 Highway Hypnosis 4 41 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 42 Winter Driving 4 44 If Your Vehicl...

Page 296: ...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 297: ...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 298: ...ls above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has double...

Page 299: ...ssist System TAS on page 4 8 Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up you...

Page 300: ...ke Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic bra...

Page 301: ...out to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The compute...

Page 302: ...rear wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system reduces engine power to limit wheel spin The traction control system is enabled every time your vehicle is started...

Page 303: ...vers the system may be automatically disabled The system will automatically re enable after approximately two minutes of not using the brakes See Traction Off Light on page 3 40 The Traction Assist Sy...

Page 304: ...d wait a few seconds The next time you start your vehicle the TAS will not automatically come on You can restore the automatic feature by repeating the same procedure Whether the TAS is set to come on...

Page 305: ...s setting when road conditions or personal preference demand more control This setting provides more feel or response to the road conditions FIRM Loaded Press the button to activate this setting the i...

Page 306: ...ase up on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on...

Page 307: ...ADRASTEER The QUADRASTEER System has a control and diagnostic module that monitors and records current system status and operational information If your vehicle is equipped with the 4 Wheel Steer syst...

Page 308: ...en entering a car wash If you want to use tire chains the vehicle needs to be in 2 wheel steer mode For more information see Tire Chains on page 5 86 4 In this mode all four wheels will help steer the...

Page 309: ...mode the system operates much like the 4 mode but is enhanced for trailer towing It is recommended for all types and weights of trailers To engage the 4 wheel steer tow mode press the button until the...

Page 310: ...e car wash check with the manager A 13 inches 33 cm B 82 inches 208 cm Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are driving...

Page 311: ...is all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too clos...

Page 312: ...ttle to the right Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration do not have enough friction where the tires...

Page 313: ...until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any anti l...

Page 314: ...underneath the front bumper The following steps must be performed on each of the push pins to remove the air dam 1 Insert a tool into the push pin slot and pull downward until the push pin snaps loose...

Page 315: ...e engine and may allow things like fog lamps or tow hooks on the front of your vehicle to be damaged Always be sure to replace the front bumper air dam when you are finished off road driving To reinst...

Page 316: ...est things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle Put heavier items as far forward as you can Be sure the load is secured properly so driving on the off road terrain does not toss t...

Page 317: ...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 318: ...errain You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features Here are some things to consider Surface Conditions Off roading can take you over hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass sa...

Page 319: ...n be very dangerous on any road And this is certainly true for off road driving At the very time you need special alertness and driving skills your reflexes perceptions and judgment can be affected by...

Page 320: ...ch as boulders trees logs or ruts What is beyond the hill Is there a cliff an embankment a drop off a fence Get out and walk the hill if you do not know It is the smart way to find out Is the hill sim...

Page 321: ...he vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards Also apply the parking brake If your engine is still running shift the transmission to REVERSE R release the parking brake and slowly back down the hill i...

Page 322: ...stalling I try to back down the hill and decide I just cannot do it What should I do A Set the parking brake put your transmission in PARK P or the manual transmission in FIRST 1 and turn off the engi...

Page 323: ...imes CAUTION Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade This could cause loss of control and a serious accident Apply the brakes lightly when descending a hill and...

Page 324: ...h more narrow track width the distance between the left and right wheels may not prevent the vehicle from tilting and rolling over Also driving across an incline puts more weight on the downhill wheel...

Page 325: ...an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline be sure you and any passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the downhill si...

Page 326: ...pt maneuvers Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it is very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accel...

Page 327: ...round from under your tires and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over Do not drive through rushing water See Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads on page 4 35 for more information on driving t...

Page 328: ...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 329: ...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 330: ...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 331: ...rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water Notice If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in...

Page 332: ...ally careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires on page 5 7...

Page 333: ...is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light Freeway Driving...

Page 334: ...nce Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to...

Page 335: ...just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on...

Page 336: ...our vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hills The most important thin...

Page 337: ...er gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or cut acr...

Page 338: ...h and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you...

Page 339: ...g on a slippery road But you can turn the TAS off if you ever need to You should turn the TAS off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice o...

Page 340: ...a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heav...

Page 341: ...ong as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the b...

Page 342: ...ion For more information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 86 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area...

Page 343: ...place where you can continue driving CAUTION These hooks when used are under a lot of force Always pull the vehicle straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off a...

Page 344: ...or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and cra...

Page 345: ...rs that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and lugg...

Page 346: ...nt Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight...

Page 347: ...sitions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Tire Label A vehicle specific Certification Tire label is found on the r...

Page 348: ...the case of a sudden stop or collision things carried in the bed of your truck could shift forward and come into the passenger area injuring you and others If you put things in the bed of your truck...

Page 349: ...Off Road Driving under Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle on page 4 19 Two Tiered Loading By positioning four 2 inches 5 cm by 6 inches 15 cm wooden planks across the width of the pic...

Page 350: ...length Maximum recommended cross mounted toolbox and cargo weight is 300 lbs 136 kg for the 1500 crew cab with 5 ft 8 in 173 cm box length Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment Before installing a...

Page 351: ...y carrying a snow plow on your vehicle Make sure the weight on the front and rear axles does not exceed the axle rating for each For the front axle if more cargo or passengers must be carried appropri...

Page 352: ...efore reaching your front GAWR The front axle reserve capacity for your vehicle can be found in the lower right corner of the Certification Tire label as shown In order to calculate the amount of weig...

Page 353: ...e effect of reducing the load on the front However the front GAWR rear GAWR and the gross vehicle weight rating GVWR must never be exceeded CAUTION On some vehicles equipped with certain front mounted...

Page 354: ...ehicle Your dealer can also help you with this The total vehicle reserve capacity for your vehicle can be found in the lower right corner of the Certification Tire label as shown previously See your d...

Page 355: ...e camper 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...

Page 356: ...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 357: ...reational Vehicle Towing following Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome The two most common types of recr...

Page 358: ...ld not be towed with all four wheels on the ground Two wheel drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed Four Wheel Drive Vehicles Equipped with Transfer Case NP1...

Page 359: ...rmly attached to the towing vehicle 7 Turn the ignition off and leave the steering column unlocked Dolly Towing Front Towing Front Wheels Off the Ground Two Wheel Drive Vehicles Notice If you tow a tw...

Page 360: ...into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P for an automatic transmission or if your vehicle is in gear for a manual transmission You or others could be injured...

Page 361: ...evice to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position 5 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the tow vehicle 6 Turn the ignition to...

Page 362: ...hout the spring bars in place You ll get the best performance if you spread out the weight of your load the right way and if you choose the correct hitch and trailer brakes For more information see To...

Page 363: ...hes later in this section Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 800 k...

Page 364: ...vy trailer or a large or heavy load in stop and go traffic When pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load in busy parking lots where improved low speed control of the vehicle is desired Operati...

Page 365: ...is required on K 1500 models Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C 1500 Regular Cab Short Box 2WD 4300 V6 Auto 3 23 4 900 lbs 2 223 kg 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg 4300 V6 Manual 3 23 3 800 lbs 1 724...

Page 366: ...7 kg 5300 V8 w 4WS 3 73 4 10 7 600 lbs 3 447 kg 8 600 lbs 3 901 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 1 50...

Page 367: ...V6 Auto 3 23 4 800 lbs 2 177 kg 9 500 lbs 4 313 kg 4300 V6 Manual 3 23 3 800 lbs 1 724 kg 8 500 lbs 3 859 kg 4800 V8 Auto 3 23 3 73 6 200 lbs 2 812 kg 7 200 lbs 3 266 kg 11 000 lbs 4 994 kg 12 000 lb...

Page 368: ...r weight up to 1 500 lbs 680 kg maximum Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 1500 Regular Cab Short Box 4WD 4300 V6 Auto 3 73 5 100 lbs 2 313 kg 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg 4300 V6 Manual 3 73 4 1...

Page 369: ...4 000 lbs 6 350 kg Maximum weight 7 700 lbs 3 492 kg for fifth wheel or gooseneck K 1500 HD 4WD 6000 V8 3 73 4 10 7 900 lbs 3 583 kg 9 900 lbs 4 491 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 6000 V8...

Page 370: ...ingpin weight 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 1 500 lbs 680 kg maximum Maximum weight 8 900 lbs 4 036 kg for fifth wheel and gooseneck Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K...

Page 371: ...ngpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 000 lbs 1 361 kg maximum Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C 2500 Extended Cab Long Box HD 2WD 6000 V8 4 10 10 10...

Page 372: ...9 900 lbs 4 491 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 6000 V8 w 4WS 3 73 4 10 7 600 lbs 3 447 kg 9 600 lbs 4 354 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weigh...

Page 373: ...mum Trailer Weight GCWR K 2500 Extended Cab Long Box HD 4WD 6000 V8 4 10 9 900 lbs 4 490 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 3 73 4 10 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 20 000 lbs 9 072 kg 22 000 lbs...

Page 374: ...V8 4 10 9 700 lbs 4 400 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 4 10 12 000 lbs 5 543 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel Manual 3 73 12 000 lbs 5 543 kg 23 500 lbs 10 659 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel Auto 3 73 12 000...

Page 375: ...el 3 73 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg K 3500 Extended Cab 4WD 6000 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 4 10 9 400 lbs 4 264 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 6000 V8 Single Rear Wheel 4 10 9 600 lbs 4 354 kg 16 000 lbs...

Page 376: ...443 kg 23 500 lbs 10 659 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel Dual Rear Wheel Manual 3 73 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 23 500 lbs 10 659 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer we...

Page 377: ...n page 4 50 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight up to a maximum of 600 lbs...

Page 378: ...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 379: ...k of the cab in sharp turns This is especially important for short box pickups Trailer pin box extensions and sliding fifth wheel hitch assemblies can help this condition There should be at least six...

Page 380: ...es But don t use copper tubing for this If you do it will bend and finally break off Use steel brake tubing Driving with a Trailer CAUTION If you have a rear most window open and you pull a trailer wi...

Page 381: ...iods of sunshine the floor of the truck bed may become very warm Avoid putting items in the truck bed that might be affected by high ambient temperatures Following Distance Stay at least twice as far...

Page 382: ...you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you st...

Page 383: ...r at least five minutes before turning the engine off If you do get the overheat warning see Engine Overheating on page 5 37 Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a tra...

Page 384: ...n fairly level ground use the steps that follow Always put the shift lever fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set If the transfer case on four wheel drive vehicles is in NEUTRAL your vehicl...

Page 385: ...are tight Trailer Wiring Harness Your vehicle is equipped with one of the following wiring harnesses for towing a trailer or hauling a slide in camper Basic Trailer Wiring All regular extended cab and...

Page 386: ...Stop Turn Signal Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Taillamps White Ground Light Green Back up Lamps Light Blue CHMSL Red Battery Feed Dark Blue Trailer Brake The Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHM...

Page 387: ...Signal Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Taillamps White Ground Light Green Back up Lamps Light Blue Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL Red Battery Feed Dark Blue Trailer Brake If your vehicle i...

Page 388: ...e a crash in which you or others could be injured Use only the trailer brake harness intended for your vehicle If it is no longer available to you be sure to get a proper replacement from your dealer...

Page 389: ...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 390: ...to the lower stud B of the relay The auxiliary battery circuit is protected by a megafuse located behind the auxiliary battery Be sure to follow the proper installation instructions that are included...

Page 391: ...o engage a PTO on a vehicle with an automatic transmission do the following 1 For stationary use shift the transmission into PARK P 2 Turn the PTO rotary switch ON 3 If the engine speed is below the P...

Page 392: ...sing the foot pedal and select SET on the PTO switch or the cruise control To use PTO speed control in variable mode while stationary do the following 1 Engage the PTO 2 Vehicle speed must be less tha...

Page 393: ...ed PTO system and body equipment When the PTO switch is turned on the engine is limited to 2 200 rpms If there are no accessories installed on the vehicle make sure the PTO switch is turned off Step B...

Page 394: ...NOTES 4 100...

Page 395: ...Automatic Transmission Fluid Allison Transmission 5 30 Manual Transmission Fluid 5 32 Hydraulic Clutch 5 34 Engine Coolant 5 35 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 37 Engine Overheating 5 37 Overheated...

Page 396: ...Installing the Spare Tire 5 93 Secondary Latch System 5 101 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 5 105 Spare Tire 5 108 Appearance Care 5 108 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 109 Fabric Carpet...

Page 397: ...er Fuses 5 119 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 119 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 119 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 120 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 122 Underhood Fuse Block 5 123 Capaci...

Page 398: ...ant to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of...

Page 399: ...1 78 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record on page 6 18 CAUTION You can be injured and your vehicle...

Page 400: ...e DURAMAX Diesel Supplement For vehicles with gasoline engines please read this Gasoline The 8th digit of your vehicle identification number VIN shows the code letter or number that identifies your en...

Page 401: ...on as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by automobile manufacturers around the world and...

Page 402: ...s and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines particularly if they comply with the specificat...

Page 403: ...ot have an 85 ethanol fuel E 85 pump available The U S Department of Energy has an alternative fuels website http www afdc doe gov refueling_mapsite shtml that can help you find E 85 fuel Those statio...

Page 404: ...y 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 caused by use of impro...

Page 405: ...cing the fuel cap turn it clockwise until it clicks It will require more effort to turn the fuel cap on the last turn as you tighten it Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can d...

Page 406: ...ill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Und...

Page 407: ...de the vehicle to the lower left of the steering wheel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located near the center of the grille 3 Lift the hood Before clos...

Page 408: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the VORTEC 4300 V6 engine here is what you will see 5 14...

Page 409: ...tic Transmission Fluid Allison Transmission on page 5 30 F Engine Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 5 40 G Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page...

Page 410: ...When you open the hood on the VORTEC 5300 V8 engine VORTEC 4800 and 6000 V8 engines similar here is what you will see 5 16...

Page 411: ...tic Transmission Fluid Allison Transmission on page 5 30 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 5 20 G Engine Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page...

Page 412: ...When you open the hood on the VORTEC 8100 V8 engine here is what you will see 5 18...

Page 413: ...tic Transmission Fluid Allison Transmission on page 5 30 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 5 20 G Engine Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page...

Page 414: ...king Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipst...

Page 415: ...pecifications on page 5 128 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be...

Page 416: ...ements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the...

Page 417: ...dicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will...

Page 418: ...em has not reset Repeat the procedure If it still does not reset see your dealer for service What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and...

Page 419: ...000 km interval See Scheduled Maintenance Gasoline Engine on page 6 4 for more information If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the...

Page 420: ...n the cover of the housing and lift up the cover 3 Remove the engine air cleaner filter from the housing Care should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible 4 Clean the engine air cleaner filt...

Page 421: ...ed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Gasoline Engine on page 6 14 How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the...

Page 422: ...ore adding fluid Checking the fluid hot will 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 en...

Page 423: ...ssion Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Gasoline Engine on page 6 14 Add fluid only after checking the t...

Page 424: ...ion Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine part or exhaust system parts starting a fire Too little fluid could cause the transmission to overheat Be sure to get...

Page 425: ...CK band 5 Perform a hot check at the first opportunity after the normal operating temperature of 160 F 71 C to 200 F 93 C is reached 6 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick b...

Page 426: ...gh of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It does not take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Do not overfill Notice Use of the incorrect automatic transm...

Page 427: ...could cause the transmission to overheat Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid Check the fluid level only when your engine is off the vehicle is parked on a level pl...

Page 428: ...lic clutch fluid It is not necessary to regularly check clutch fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system Adding fluid will not correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a...

Page 429: ...when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating on page 5 37 A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34...

Page 430: ...badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more t...

Page 431: ...cing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight and fully seated Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur...

Page 432: ...badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode V8 Engines Only on page 5 39 for information on driving to a safe place in an eme...

Page 433: ...Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode later in this section You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode V8 Engines Only If...

Page 434: ...afe to lift the hood here is what you will see A Coolant Surge Tank B Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap C Engine Cooling Fan A Coolant Surge Tank B Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap C Engine Cooling Fan 8...

Page 435: ...have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very h...

Page 436: ...your vehicle How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank for Gasoline Engines If you have not found a problem yet check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank If coolant is visible but the c...

Page 437: ...er water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine pa...

Page 438: ...feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mi...

Page 439: ...start the engine It will go away as the fan clutch partially disengages If your vehicle is equipped with electric cooling fans you may hear the fans spinning at low speed during most everyday driving...

Page 440: ...ilure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions befor...

Page 441: ...t antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overvi...

Page 442: ...on the brake hydraulic system See Checking Brake Fluid in this section Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid See Scheduled Maintenance Gasoline Engine on page 6...

Page 443: ...spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care on page 5 108 Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and may have rear drum brakes or rear disc brakes D...

Page 444: ...g system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM...

Page 445: ...y CAUTION Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you do not...

Page 446: ...NEUTRAL Notice If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure they could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always turn off your radio and...

Page 447: ...u accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from...

Page 448: ...touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable does not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part of the vehicle with the dead battery or to a remo...

Page 449: ...sconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the bad battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle wi...

Page 450: ...eries 2500HD and 3500 Series is from 0 to 1 2 inch 0 to 13 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole The proper level for the 1500 and 2500 Series vehicles with QUADRASTEER 4 Wheel Steer is from 0 t...

Page 451: ...ou hear an unusual noise A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is...

Page 452: ...what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Gasoline Engine on page 6 14 Front Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless you...

Page 453: ...a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR of more than 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg The Maintenance Schedule provides information on maintaining the noise control system to minimize degradation of the noise emission...

Page 454: ...shroud if equipped Air Intake Removal of the air cleaner silencer Modification of the air cleaner Exhaust Removal of the muffler and or resonator Removal of the exhaust pipes and exhaust pipe clamps...

Page 455: ...quipped with two pins remove the two pins on the top of the headlamp assembly To remove the pins turn the outer pin outward and pull it straight up To remove the inner pin turn it in and pull it strai...

Page 456: ...eadlamp assembly 9 Reinstall and tighten the two pins If your vehicle has one pin reinstall it and turn it into the locking feature Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps A Sidemarker...

Page 457: ...lb socket 7 Install a new bulb into the bulb socket 8 Insert the bulb socket into the turn signal assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks 9 Reinstall the turn signal assembly back into the vehic...

Page 458: ...on the center roof marker lamps 3 Turn the old bulb counterclockwise to remove it from the socket 4 Put a new bulb into the socket and turn clockwise until it locks in place 5 Reinstall the lens and...

Page 459: ...ws and lift off the lamp assembly A Cargo Lamps B Center High Mounted Stoplamp Bulbs 2 Remove the back plate from the assembly by pressing the release tabs 3 Remove the CHMSL bulb by pulling the bulb...

Page 460: ...fication and Fender Marker Lamps To replace a pickup box identification or fender marker lamp bulb do the following 1 Remove the screws and lamp assembly 2 Unplug the lamp assembly harness 3 Gently pr...

Page 461: ...A Stoplamp B Turn Signal C Back up Lamp A Stoplamp B Turn Signal Lamp C Back up Lamp D Sidemarker Lamp 4 Press the release tab if equipped and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from...

Page 462: ...ew bulb into the socket and press it in until it is tight 5 Reinstall the lens and the lens seal Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back up Lamp 3157 Back up Lamp 1156 Cargo Lamp 912 Center H...

Page 463: ...are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Gasoline Engine on page 6 17 To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly do the following 1 Lift th...

Page 464: ...tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 76 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Overinflate...

Page 465: ...ance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN...

Page 466: ...76 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 50 D DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation...

Page 467: ...meters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 75 as shown in item C of the light...

Page 468: ...kilopascals kPa before a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 76 Curb Weight This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment includin...

Page 469: ...a vehicle The side of the tire that contains a whitewall bears white lettering or bears manufacturer brand and or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidew...

Page 470: ...r Vehicle on page 4 50 Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire Load on an individual tire due to curb weight accessory weight occupant weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to...

Page 471: ...ood quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflate...

Page 472: ...ed Be sure all tires including the spare are properly inflated See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 76 for information on proper tire inflation Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated ev...

Page 473: ...ern shown here when rotating your tires If your vehicle is an SS model the spare tire is not designed to be used in the tire rotation If your vehicle has dual rear wheels and the tread design for your...

Page 474: ...shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 50 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications o...

Page 475: ...repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Certification Tire label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 50...

Page 476: ...sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels Your vehicle may be equipped with a different size spare than the road tires those originally installed on your vehicle When new your vehicle inc...

Page 477: ...requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlle...

Page 478: ...e Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance If you notice unusual ti...

Page 479: ...bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis Whenever a wheel wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced on a dual wheel setup check the wheel nut torque a...

Page 480: ...CAUTION Continued vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin your vehicle s wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them...

Page 481: ...ay require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It m...

Page 482: ...ransmission to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL 4 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is r...

Page 483: ...Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Regular Cab and Crew Cab Except 1500 Crew Cab Extended Cab 5 89...

Page 484: ...els pull up the second row seat with the loop at the base of the seat cushion to access the tools 2 Turn the knob on the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head to release the jack from its holde...

Page 485: ...e tire lock cover on the bumper and use the ignition key to remove the lock if your vehicle is equipped with a hoist lock J 2 Assemble the wheel wrench H and the two jack handle extensions I as shown...

Page 486: ...er to the ground the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower See Secondary Latch System on page 5 101 5 Use the wheel wrench hook which allows you to pull the hoist cable towards you...

Page 487: ...include the jack A the wheel blocks B the jack handle C the jack handle extensions D and the wheel wrench E 1 If your vehicle has wheel nut caps loosen them by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwis...

Page 488: ...em by hand The nut caps will not come off Using the flat end of the wheel wrench pry along the edge of the cover until it comes off 2 Use and turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the wheel...

Page 489: ...ition the jack under the rear axle between the spring anchor and the shock absorber bracket If you have added a snow plow to the front of your vehicle lower the snow plow fully before raising the vehi...

Page 490: ...Front Position 2WD 1500 Series Front Position All Other Models 5 96...

Page 491: ...ween the grooves that are on the jack head Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit under the...

Page 492: ...ut be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off 6 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 7 Install the spare tire...

Page 493: ...Front Position All Models Front Position 2WD 1500 Series 5 99...

Page 494: ...uipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 128 for wheel nut t...

Page 495: ...s align the plastic nut caps with the wheel nuts and then tighten by hand Then use the wheel wrench to tighten Secondary Latch System Your vehicle has an underbody mounted tire hoist assembly equipped...

Page 496: ...the cable 3 Loosen the cable by turning the wrench counterclockwise three or four turns 4 Repeat this procedure at least two times If the spare tire lowers to the ground continue with Step 5 of Remov...

Page 497: ...bumper 9 Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire 10 Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the end fitting 11 Continue raising the jack until...

Page 498: ...the spare tire with the other hand If the spare tire is hanging from the cable insert the hoist handle extension and wheel wrench into the hoist shaft hole in the bumper and turn the wheel wrench cou...

Page 499: ...have the wheel tire repaired as soon as possible Return the jack wheel blocks wheel wrench and jack extensions to their location behind the passenger s seat A Wing Nut B Wheel Blocks C Retaining Brack...

Page 500: ...oist End of Extension Tool G Hoist Shaft Access Hole H Wheel Wrench I Jack Handle Extensions J Hoist Lock If Equipped 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointe...

Page 501: ...6 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice You cannot overtighten the cable 7 Make sure the tire...

Page 502: ...lled on your vehicle This spare tire was developed for use on your vehicle so it is all right to drive on it If your vehicle has four wheel drive and the smaller spare is installed keep the vehicle in...

Page 503: ...ng your vehicle s interior only use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended Use glass...

Page 504: ...h a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats For soils always try to re...

Page 505: ...cone or wax based products or those containing organic solvents to clean your vehicle s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Never use shoe po...

Page 506: ...ss retention and durability The best way to preserve the vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use...

Page 507: ...at paint finish Notice Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may damage it Use only non abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat clearcoat pa...

Page 508: ...indshield is clean if beads do not form when it is rinsed with water Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a c...

Page 509: ...s would not be covered by your warranty Never drive a vehicle equipped with aluminum or chrome plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes Do not take...

Page 510: ...osion 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 loos...

Page 511: ...wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and oth...

Page 512: ...abels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replaceme...

Page 513: ...ed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the c...

Page 514: ...and index finger and pull straight out You may have spare fuses located behind the fuse block access door These can be used to replace a bad fuse However make sure it is of the correct amperage Fuses...

Page 515: ...dy Controller VEH CHMSL Vehicle and Trailer High Mounted Stoplamp LT TRLR ST TRN Left Turn Signal Stop Trailer Fuses Usage LT TRN Left Turn Signals and Sidemarkers VEH STOP Vehicle Stoplamps Brake Mod...

Page 516: ...Trailer Brake Wiring Device Usage 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 Headlin...

Page 517: ...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 518: ...5 124...

Page 519: ...Locks Auxiliary Power Outlet Rear Cargo Area and Instrument Panel STUD 2 Accessory Power Trailer Wiring Brake Feed ABS Anti Lock Brakes Fuses Usage VSES ECAS Vehicle Stability IGN A Ignition Power IG...

Page 520: ...System FRT PARK Front Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps Relay Fuses Usage SEO IGN Rear Defog Relay TBC IGN1 Truck Body Controller Ignition HI HDLP LT High Beam Headlamp Left LH...

Page 521: ...rive Module SBA Supplemental Brake Assist Auxiliary Electric Cooling Fan Fuse Block The auxiliary electric cooling fan fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehic...

Page 522: ...ith Front A C 15 1 qt 14 3 L VORTEC 4300 V6 Manual with Front A C 16 6 qt 15 7 L VORTEC 4800 V8 Automatic with Front A C 15 2 qt 14 4 L VORTEC 4800 V8 Automatic with Front A C 16 8 qt 15 9 L VORTEC 48...

Page 523: ...300 V6 4 5 qt 4 3 L 4800 V8 5300 V8 6000 V8 6 0 qt 5 7 L 8100 V8 6 5 qt 6 1 L Fuel Tank Short Bed and 2500 LD 26 0 gal 98 0 L Long Bed and Chassis Cab Pickup Box Delete 36 0 gal 136 0 L Chassis Cab 35...

Page 524: ...VORTEC 5300 V8 Z Automatic 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 4800 V8 V Automatic Manual 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 5300 V8 T Automatic 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 6000 V8 U Automatic Manual 0 040 inches 1...

Page 525: ...es Gasoline Engine 6 7 Maintenance Footnotes Gasoline Engine 6 9 Owner Checks and Services 6 11 At the First 100 1 000 and 6 000 Miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km 6 11 At Each Fuel Fill 6 11 At Least Once...

Page 526: ...cement parts and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenanc...

Page 527: ...mation label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 50 are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits are driven off road in the recommended manner See Off Road Driving with Your Four...

Page 528: ...tenance section applies to vehicles with a gasoline engine If your vehicle has a diesel engine see the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX Diesel Engine Supplement When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL m...

Page 529: ...r the message comes on 10 months or more since the last service or if the message has not come on at all for one year Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and f...

Page 530: ...onal Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling system See footnote c Inspect wiper blades See footnote d Inspect restraint syst...

Page 531: ...vice and Miles Kilometers 25 000 41 500 50 000 83 000 75 000 125 000 100 000 166 000 125 000 207 500 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged...

Page 532: ...r normal service Four wheel drive with automatic transfer case only Change transfer case fluid See footnote g Inspect evaporative control system An Emission Control Service See footnotes and k Replace...

Page 533: ...spect other brake parts including drums wheel cylinders calipers parking brake etc b Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or...

Page 534: ...hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and filler neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap j A fluid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected an...

Page 535: ...l Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 5 20 for further details Notice It is important to check your oil regularly and keep it at...

Page 536: ...ry to start the engine in each gear The vehicle should start only in PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the vehicle starts in any other position contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Automatic Transmissio...

Page 537: ...egular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking bra...

Page 538: ...your vehicle To determine the proper viscosity for your vehicle s engine see Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 5 20 Usage Fluid Lubricant Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use...

Page 539: ...Specification on the label Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Usage Fluid Lubricant Floor Shift Linkage Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Par...

Page 540: ...12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 1095...

Page 541: ...umber Engine Air Cleaner Filter High Capacity 25313349 A1518C Standard 25313348 A1519C Oil Filter 4300 V6 25010792 PF47 4800 V8 5300 V8 6000 V8 88984215 PF46 8100 V8 25324052 PF454 Spark Plugs 4300 V6...

Page 542: ...ces performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 11 can be added on the following record pages You shoul...

Page 543: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 19...

Page 544: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 20...

Page 545: ...ram 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Gov...

Page 546: ...da contact GM of Canada Customer Communication by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention P...

Page 547: ...VA 22203 1838 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves t...

Page 548: ...Assistance Center United States GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 1 800 GMC 8782 462 8782 1 800 GMC 8583 462 8583 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1...

Page 549: ...1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program As the owner of a new GMC vehicle you are automatically enrolled in the GMC Roadside Assistance program Th...

Page 550: ...dress and home telephone number Telephone number of your location Location of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number of the vehicle Mileage Vehicle Identification Number VIN and deliver...

Page 551: ...hip let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for the sam...

Page 552: ...coverage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty...

Page 553: ...s operated such as data related to engine speed brake application throttle position vehicle speed safety belt usage airbag readiness airbag performance and the severity of a collision If your vehicle...

Page 554: ...ts Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the Nat...

Page 555: ...call us at 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 or write GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or wri...

Page 556: ...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 557: ...Radio 3 68 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 125 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 126 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 6 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 40 Appearance Care 5 108 Aluminum or Chrome Pl...

Page 558: ...n a Long Trip 4 40 Brake Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 6 Emergencies 4 8 Parking 2 50 System Warning Light 3 39 Brakes 5 47 Braking 4 5 Braking in Emergencies 4 8 Break In New Vehicle 2 21 Bulb Replace...

Page 559: ...Right Front Seat Position Crew Cab 1 52 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Regular and Extended Cab 1 54 1 60 Top Strap 1 40 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 42 Child Restraints co...

Page 560: ...Daytime Running Lamps 3 14 Defensive Driving 4 2 Delayed Locking 2 10 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 5 Dome Lamp Override 3 17 Dome Lamps 3 17 Door Delayed Locking 2 10 Locks 2 8 Power Door Locks 2 9 P...

Page 561: ...ode 5 39 Overheating 5 37 Starting 2 23 Entry Lighting 3 17 Event Data Recorders EDR 7 9 Exit Lighting 3 17 Extender Safety Belt 1 29 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 25 Finish Damage 5 116 Fixed Mast An...

Page 562: ...Mobility Reimbursement Program 7 5 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Head Restraints 1 7 Headlamps 3 13 5 61 Automatic Headlamp System 3 14 Bulb Replacement 5 60 Daytime Running Lamps 3 14 Flash to Pass 3...

Page 563: ...amps Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp 3 16 Cargo 3 18 Dome 3 17 Dome Lamp Override 3 17 Fog 3 16 Front Reading 3 18 LATCH System Child Restraints 1 45 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH Syst...

Page 564: ...he First 100 1 000 and 6 000 Miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km 6 11 Introduction 6 2 Maintenance Footnotes 6 9 Maintenance Record 6 18 Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 1...

Page 565: ...Engine 5 20 Pressure Gage 3 45 Oil Engine Oil Life System 5 23 Older Children Restraints 1 30 Online Owner Center 7 3 OnStar System see OnStar Manual 2 68 Operating Your All Wheel Drive Vehicle Off Pa...

Page 566: ...Your CDs and DVDs 3 125 Radio with Cassette and CD 3 81 Radio with CD 3 71 Radio with Six Disc CD 3 95 Rear Seat Audio 3 120 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS 3 68 Setting the Ti...

Page 567: ...Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 33 Safety Belts Care of 5 112 Safety Belts cont Center Passenger Position 1 24 Driver Position 1 15 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 15 Questions and Answers About Saf...

Page 568: ...and Lane Change 3 7 Sliding Rear Windows 2 18 Snow Plow 4 56 Spare Tire 5 108 Installing 5 93 Removing 5 89 Storing 5 105 Specifications Capacities 5 128 Speedometer 3 32 Starting Your Engine 2 23 St...

Page 569: ...40 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 42 Tow Haul Mode 2 30 Tow Haul Mode Light 3 47 Tow Haul Mode Overdrive Disable 3 47 Towing Power Take Off PTO 4 97 Recreational Vehicle 4 63 Towing a Trailer 4 68 Your...

Page 570: ...s 3 30 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages 3 52 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 84 Replacement 5 84 Wh...

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