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GMC Savana Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd Edition - 9/25/12

2013 GMC Savana Owner Manual

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Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Performance and

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18

Keys, Doors, and

Windows

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Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14

Seats and Restraints

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Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-33

Storage

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Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1

Instruments and Controls

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Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8

Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-29
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-38

Lighting

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Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Infotainment System

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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-21

Climate Controls

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Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7

Driving and Operating

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Summary of Contents for 2013 GMC Savana

Page 1: ... 1 Storage Compartments 4 1 Instruments and Controls 5 1 Controls 5 2 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 8 Information Displays 5 24 Vehicle Messages 5 29 Vehicle Personalization 5 38 Lighting 6 1 Exterior Lighting 6 1 Interior Lighting 6 5 Lighting Features 6 6 Infotainment System 7 1 Introduction 7 1 Radio 7 7 Audio Players 7 11 Phone 7 21 Climate Controls 8 1 Climate Control Systems 8 1 Air...

Page 2: ...re 10 83 Service and Maintenance 11 1 General Information 11 1 Maintenance Schedule 11 3 Special Application Services 11 8 Additional Maintenance and Care 11 8 Recommended Fluids 11 12 Maintenance Records 11 15 Technical Data 12 1 Vehicle Identification 12 1 Vehicle Data 12 2 Customer Information 13 1 Customer Information 13 1 Reporting Safety Defects 13 12 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 13...

Page 3: ...irst sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for GMC wherever it appears in this manual If the vehicle has the Duramax Diesel engine see the Duramax diesel supplement for additional and specific information on this engine Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language manual can be obtained from your...

Page 4: ...this happen Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gauge or indicator M This symbol is shown when you need to see the owner manual for additional instructions or information This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual ...

Page 5: ... Manual 2013 2nd Edition 9 25 12 Introduction v Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monitor _ Tow Haul Mode d Traction Control StabiliTrak M Windshield Washer Fluid ...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 GMC Savana Owner Manual 2013 2nd Edition 9 25 12 vi Introduction 2 NOTES ...

Page 7: ...heel Adjustment 1 10 Interior Lighting 1 10 Exterior Lighting 1 11 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 11 Climate Controls 1 12 Transmission 1 13 Vehicle Features Radio s 1 14 Satellite Radio 1 15 Portable Audio Devices 1 15 Bluetooth 1 16 Steering Wheel Controls 1 16 Cruise Control 1 17 Navigation System 1 17 Rear Vision Camera RVC 1 17 Ultrasonic Parking Assist 1 17 Power Outlets 1 18 Performance and Main...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 GMC Savana Owner Manual 2013 2nd Edition 9 25 12 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel ...

Page 9: ... Dome Lamps on page 6 5 11 Cruise Control on page 9 34 If Equipped Fast Idle System If Equipped See the Duramax diesel supplement 12 Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5 2 If Equipped 13 Data Link Connector DLC Out of View See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 17 14 Horn on page 5 3 15 Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 2 If Equipped 16 Tow Haul Mode Button See Tow Haul Mode under Towing Equipmen...

Page 10: ... all doors Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 38 K Press to unlock the driver door Press K again within five seconds to unlock all remaining doors j Press to unlock only the cargo doors L Press and release to locate the vehicle Press L and hold for more than two seconds to sound the panic alarm Press L again to cancel the panic alarm See Keys on page...

Page 11: ...te start do one of the following Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers Turn the vehicle on and then back off See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 4 Door Locks Manual Door Locks Lock and unlock the door from the outside using the key or the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter if available From the inside slide t...

Page 12: ... Down The driver window switch also has an express down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch Press fully and release the window switch marked AUTO to activate the express down mode This mode can be canceled at any time by pulling up on the switch To open the window part way lightly tap the switch until the window is at the desired position See Power Windows on pa...

Page 13: ... Adjustment on page 3 2 Reclining Seatbacks To recline the seatback 1 Lift the lever on the inboard side of the seat 2 Move the seatback to the desired position and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked To return the seatback to the upright position 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seat...

Page 14: ...ns the vehicle has an airbag on off switch that you can use to manually turn on or off the right front passenger airbag United States Canada and Mexico To operate the airbag on off switch use the vehicle key See Airbag On Off Switch on page 3 23 for important information Passenger Sensing System The passenger sensing system if equipped will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under c...

Page 15: ... the passenger side mirror or counterclockwise for the driver side mirror Adjust the mirror angle by moving the knob in the desired direction Keep the selector switch in the center position when not adjusting either outside mirror Vehicles with towing mirrors can be adjusted manually for a clear view of the objects behind you Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an...

Page 16: ...ng wheel 1 Pull the lever to move the steering wheel up or down into a comfortable position 2 Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in place See Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5 2 Interior Lighting Dome Lamps The dome lamps come on when any door is opened They turn off after all the doors are closed The instrument panel brightness knob extends when D is pressed To manually turn on the do...

Page 17: ...ol is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel O Briefly turn the control to this position to turn the automatic headlamps and Daytime Running Lamps DRL off or back on For vehicles first sold in Canada the off position only works for vehicles that are shifted into the P Park position AUTO Automatically turns on the headlamps parking lamps taillamps instrument panel lights and lice...

Page 18: ...or less frequent wipes d Slow wipes a Fast wipes 9 Use to turn the wipers off L Push the paddle on top of the multifunction lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield See Windshield Wiper Washer on page 5 3 Climate Controls The vehicle s heating cooling and ventilation can be controlled with these systems Vehicles without Air Conditioning 1 Fan Control 2 Temperature Control 3 Air Delivery Mode ...

Page 19: ...tion Mode helps control the vehicle s transmission and vehicle speed while driving downhill or towing a trailer by letting you select a desired range of gears To use this feature 1 Move the shift lever to M Manual Mode 2 Press the buttons on the shift lever to select the desired range of gears for current driving conditions When M Manual Mode is selected a number displays in the DIC next to the M ...

Page 20: ...he ignition is off press this button to display the time Press to display additional text information related to the current FM RDS station or MP3 song A choice of additional information such as Channel Song Artist and CAT category can display Continue pressing to highlight the desired tab or press the softkey located under any one of the tabs and the information about that tab displays For more i...

Page 21: ...te depending on the radio by pressing the SEEK or SEEK buttons s REV or FWD buttons or by turning f clockwise or counterclockwise For detailed instructions on setting the clock for your specific audio system see Clock on page 5 6 Satellite Radio SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide variety of pr...

Page 22: ...t the steering wheel w Press to go to the next favorite radio station track on a CD or folder on an iPod or USB device c x Press to go to the previous favorite radio station track on a CD or folder on an iPod or USB device Also press to reject an incoming call or end a current call b g Press to silence the vehicle speakers only Press again to turn the sound on Press and hold longer than two second...

Page 23: ...s and roads After a destination has been set the system provides turn by turn instructions for reaching the destination In addition the system can help locate a variety of points of interest POIs such as banks airports restaurants and more See the navigation manual for more information Rear Vision Camera RVC If available the RVC displays a view of the area behind the vehicle when the vehicle is sh...

Page 24: ...y have a traction control system that limits wheel spin and the StabiliTrak system that assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions Both systems turn on automatically every time the vehicle is started To turn off traction control press and release the StabiliTrak button g The appropriate DIC message will display See Ride Control System Messages on page 5 34 To t...

Page 25: ...ire pressures See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10 53 Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays a DIC message when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter The oil life system should be reset to 100 only following an oil change Resetting the Oil Life System 1 Turn the ignition to ON RUN with the engine off 2 Ful...

Page 26: ...TPC Spec number molded into the tire s sidewall near the size Follow recommended scheduled maintenance Roadside Assistance Program U S 1 888 881 3302 TTY Users U S Only 1 888 889 2438 Canada 1 800 268 6800 As the owner of a new GMC you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 5 OnStar If equipped this vehicle has a comprehensive in ve...

Page 27: ...r Operation 2 11 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 2 13 Manual Mirrors 2 13 Trailer Tow Mirrors 2 13 Power Mirrors 2 13 Heated Mirrors 2 14 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror 2 14 Windows Windows 2 14 Manual Windows 2 15 Power Windows 2 15 Swing Out Windows 2 16 Enhanced Technology Glass 2 16 Sun Visors 2 17 Keys and Locks Keys WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dang...

Page 28: ...See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 15 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range Check the distance The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Check the transmitter s battery ...

Page 29: ...nly the cargo doors Remote Vehicle Start For vehicles with this feature press Q and then press and hold within five seconds to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 4 for additional information L Vehicle Locator Panic Alarm Press and release to locate the vehicle The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times Press and h...

Page 30: ...line of the transmitter Do not insert the tool too far Stop as soon as resistance is felt Twist the tool until the transmitter is separated 2 Remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 3 Insert the new battery positive side facing down Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery 4 Snap the transmitter back together Remote Vehicle Start This vehicle may have a remote start feature This featur...

Page 31: ...on The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes Repeat the steps for a 10 minute time extension Remote start can be extended only once After entering the vehicle during a remote start insert and turn the key to ON RUN to drive the vehicle The maximum number of remote starts between ignition cycles with the key is two If the remote start procedure is used again before the first 10 minute time fra...

Page 32: ...ly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven Continued WARNING Continued Young children who 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 the vehicle whenever leaving it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop the vehi...

Page 33: ...g e or Q on the RKE transmitter will override the delayed locking feature and immediately lock all the doors This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition This feature can be programmed using the Driver Information Center DIC See Delay Door Lock in Vehicle Personalization on page 5 38 Automatic Door Locks The vehicle may have an automatic lock unlock feature This feature can be progr...

Page 34: ...ight for the driver side door or to the left for the passenger side door to engage the security feature Move the button to the left for the driver side door or to the right for the passenger side door to return the door locks to normal operation Side Sliding Door For the side sliding door move the button up to engage the security feature Move the button down to return the door locks to normal oper...

Page 35: ...ont door Check to make sure that both doors are completely closed The swing out doors have a check strap assembly in the door frame to keep the door from opening beyond 90 degrees To open the door beyond 90 degrees close the door partially pull the check strap toward you and then open the door When the door is closed the check strap will automatically re engage Sliding Door To open the sliding sid...

Page 36: ...fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the handle will not open it The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked So all passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme hea...

Page 37: ...is a passive theft deterrent system The system is automatically armed when the key is removed from the ignition You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system The security light will come on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft deterrent system When the PASS Key III system senses that someone is using the wrong key it shuts down the vehicle s starter and fuel systems The ...

Page 38: ...at operates the system To program the new key 1 Verify the new key has 1 stamped on it 2 Insert the original already programmed key into the ignition lock cylinder and start the engine If the engine will not start see your dealer for service 3 After the engine has started turn the key to LOCK OFF and remove the key 4 Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to ON RUN within 10 seconds of removi...

Page 39: ...nd down and left and right The mirrors can be manually folded in or out On the lower portion of each mirror is an auxiliary convex mirror A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver seat The auxiliary convex mirrors can be adjusted manually by pressing the mirror Trailer Tow Mirrors Vehicles with towing mirrors can be adjusted manually for a clear view of the objects be...

Page 40: ...rs Manual Rearview Mirror To adjust the inside rearview mirror hold the rearview mirror in the center and move it to view the area behind the vehicle For vehicles with a manual rearview mirror push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use to avoid glare from the headlamps from behind Cargo vans without rear door glass may not have an inside rearview mirror The vehicle may have...

Page 41: ...ch for the passenger window also The power windows will work when the ignition has been turned to ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 19 Press the switch to lower the window Pull up on the front edge of the switch to raise the window Express Down The driver window switch also has an express down feature that allows the w...

Page 42: ...also has rear swing out windows The rear swing out windows work the same way as the side swing out window but the latch is located at the bottom edge of the window Enhanced Technology Glass The vehicle may be equipped with Enhanced Technology Glass ETG ETG is part of the overall occupant protection system on passenger vans ETG may help to keep passengers sitting next to these fixed windows from be...

Page 43: ...Eight Seat Passenger Vans Sliding door forward window 12 and 15 Seat Passenger Vans Sliding door forward window and rear most side windows Long Wheelbase Cargo Vans Rear most side windows Sun Visors To block out glare swing down the sun visors You can also swing them to the side Visor Vanity Mirror The vehicle may have visor vanity mirrors with or without lamps Lift the mirror cover to turn the la...

Page 44: ...Black plate 18 1 GMC Savana Owner Manual 2013 2nd Edition 9 25 12 2 18 Keys Doors and Windows 2 NOTES ...

Page 45: ...ld an Airbag Inflate 3 19 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 21 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 21 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 3 22 Airbag On Off Switch 3 23 Passenger Sensing System 3 26 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 30 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 31 Airbag System Check 3 32 Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash 3 32 Child Restraints Older Children 3...

Page 46: ...ns Front Seats Seat Adjustment WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving To adjust the seat 1 Lift the bar under the front edge of the seat cushion to unlock the seat 2 Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar 3 Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure...

Page 47: ...seatbacks to be sure they are locked To recline the seatback 1 Lift the lever on the inboard side of the seat 2 Move the seatback to the desired position and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked To return the seatback to the upright position 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback wi...

Page 48: ...es For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving Rear Seats Removing the Rear Seat Disconnect the mini latch plates for the lap shoulder belts on the bench seat to be removed 1 To do this press the tip of a key into the release hole of the safety...

Page 49: ... has a black cap with a white R marked on it On a four passenger seat each half of the seat has a set of pins The left side has a set marked L and the right side has a set marked R If the vehicle has floor mats the pins are under a flap that has been cut into the mat 3 Pull the pin handle up to disengage the pin from the retaining clip and then pull the pin out 4 Repeat this procedure for the othe...

Page 50: ...de the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted 1 Position the seat into the open slots in both rails Push the seat forward in the rail hooking both seat bases onto the pins inside of the rails 2 Locate the hole in the rail to...

Page 51: ... L down until they are in the retaining clip 6 If the vehicle has a floor mat put the flap back to its original position 7 Repeat this procedure for the other seat base 8 Connect the mini latch plates for the lap shoulder belts by inserting the latch plates into the mini buckles attached at the outboard positions of the bench seat Do not twist the belts 9 Check that all locking pins are locked int...

Page 52: ...ngerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision passengers riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Always wear a safety belt and check that all passenger s are restrained properly too This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to b...

Page 53: ...ar Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size There are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and infants If a child will be riding in the vehicle see Older Children on page 3 33 or Infants and Young Children on page 3 35 Follow those rules for everyone s protection It is very important for all occupants t...

Page 54: ...ats on page 3 4 for instructions on reconnecting the safety belt to the mini buckle The following instructions explain how to wear a lap shoulder belt properly 1 Adjust the seat if the seat is adjustable so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 2 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The lap shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt ac...

Page 55: ...n Slide the latch plate up the safety belt webbing when the safety belt is not in use The latch plate should rest on the stitching on the safety belt near the guide loop on the side wall Before a door is closed be sure the safety belt is out of the way If a door is slammed against a safety belt damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle Safety Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a s...

Page 56: ...the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal near frontal or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met And if the vehicle has side impact airbags safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a side crash or a rollover event Pretensioners work only once If the pretensioners are activated in a crash the pretensioners and possibly other parts of ...

Page 57: ...lt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder Continued WARNING Continued and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described previously in this section Make sure the sh...

Page 58: ... you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an extender When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for securing child seats To...

Page 59: ... in a Continued WARNING Continued crash To help make sure the safety belt systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible After a minor crash replacement of safety belts may not be necessary But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer to have the safety belt a...

Page 60: ...nd the third row outboard passenger position passenger van equipped with a hinged door All of the airbags in the vehicle will have the word AIRBAG embossed in the trim or on an attached label near the deployment opening For frontal airbags the word AIRBAG will appear on the middle part of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the right front passenger With roof rail air...

Page 61: ...de windows in seating positions with roof rail airbags WARNING Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants ne...

Page 62: ...steering wheel If the vehicle has one the right front passenger airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar If the vehicle is a cargo or passenger van with a sliding door and it has a roof rail airbag for the driver and right front passenger position the roof rail airbags are in the ceiling above the side window ...

Page 63: ... person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof rail airbags by routing a rope or tie down Continued WARNING Continued through any door or win...

Page 64: ...dual stage airbags See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 16 or Passenger Sensing System on page 3 26 If the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of the vehicle is 3 855 kg 8 500 lb or above the vehicle may have single stage airbags If the GVWR is below 3 855 kg 8 500 lb then the vehicle may have dual stage airbags You can find the GVWR on the certification label on the rear edge of the drive...

Page 65: ...s for the first second and third rows if equipped See Where Are the Airbags on page 3 18 for more information How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle Airbags supplement the protect...

Page 66: ... in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or a door If you experience breathing problems following an airbag deployment you should seek medical attention The vehicle has a feature that may automatically unlock the doors if equipped with power door loc...

Page 67: ...crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash See Vehicle Data Recording on page 13 13 Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag systems Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Airbag On Off Switch If the instrument panel has one of the switches pictured in the following illustrations the vehicle has a...

Page 68: ...to 12 sometimes must ride in the front because no space is available in the rear seat s of my vehicle or The child has a medical condition which according to the child s physician makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition Medical Condition A passenger has a medical condition which according to his or her physician Cau...

Page 69: ...you that the airbag is off See Airbag On Off Light on page 5 15 The right front passenger airbag will remain off until you turn it back on again WARNING If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system For example the right front passenger airbag could inflate even though the airbag on off switch is turned off Continued WARNING Co...

Page 70: ...panel If there is an airbag off switch the vehicle does not have a passenger sensing system See Airbag On Off Switch on page 3 23 for more information United States Canada and Mexico The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started The words ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off will be visible during the system check If you are using remo...

Page 71: ...ng child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sen...

Page 72: ...itting properly in the right front passenger seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbag to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is active For some children who have outgrown child restraints and for very small adults the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag depending upon the person...

Page 73: ...s still lit secure the child in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle and check with your dealer If no rear seat is available do not install a child restraint in this vehicle If the Off Indicator is Lit for an Adult Size Occupant If a person of adult size is sitting in the right front passenger seat but the off indicator is lit it could be because that person is not sitting pr...

Page 74: ...tions that can affect how the system operates The on indicator may be lit if an object such as a briefcase handbag grocery bag laptop or other electronic device is put on an unoccupied seat If this is not desired remove the object from the seat WARNING Stowing of articles under the passenger seat or between the passenger seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the pass...

Page 75: ...rs upholstery or trim designed for a different vehicle Any object such as an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort enhancing pad or device installed under or on top of the seat fabric could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag s or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passe...

Page 76: ...and or airbag module replaced For the location of the airbags see Where Are the Airbags on page 3 18 See your dealer for service Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash WARNING A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle A damaged airbag system may not work properly and may not protect you and your passenger s in a crash resulting in serious injury or even death To help make sure the ...

Page 77: ...ides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 3 10 If the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder then return to the booster seat Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips touching the thighs If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Can proper safety belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear saf...

Page 78: ...elt cannot properly spread the impact forces In a crash they can be crushed together and seriously injured A safety belt must be used by only one person at a time WARNING Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap shoulder belt properly In a crash the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt...

Page 79: ...er belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people or can be thrown out of the ...

Page 80: ...e used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle If it is the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particu...

Page 81: ... To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash young children should always be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems Rear Facing Infant Seat A rear facing infant seat provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint For...

Page 82: ... the lap belt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 40 Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and to ...

Page 83: ...d in the right front passenger seat and there is a switch on the instrument panel to manually turn off the right front passenger airbag See Airbag On Off Switch on page 3 23 and Securing Child Restraints Rear Seat on page 3 47 or Securing Child Restraints Front Seat with Passenger Sensing System on page 3 49 or Securing Child Restraints Front Seat with Airbag On Off Switch on page 3 52 for more in...

Page 84: ...the vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint a rear facing child restraint should not be installed in the vehicle even if the airbag is off Wherever a child restraint is installed be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be...

Page 85: ... positions or child restraints have lower anchors and attachments or top tether anchors and attachments Lower Anchors Lower anchors 1 are metal bars built into the vehicle There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments 2 Top Tether Anchor A top tether 3 4 anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle A top tether a...

Page 86: ...s for your child restraint Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Second Third and Fourth Row with Three Passenger Seat i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors j Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors See the information following for installing a child restraint with a top tether in the second third and fourth row center positions Do not install three ch...

Page 87: ...at it does not have upper or lower anchors If a child restraint is placed in the four passenger fourth or fifth row seat it must be secured using the vehicle safety belts See Rear Seat Position under Securing Child Restraints Rear Seat on page 3 47 or Securing Child Restraints Front Seat with Passenger Sensing System on page 3 49 or Securing Child Restraints Front Seat with Airbag On Off Switch on...

Page 88: ...ent to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash attach only one child restraint per anchor WARNING Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Buckle any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so childre...

Page 89: ... on the seat 1 3 Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors 2 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor if equipped Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps 2 1 Find the top tether anchor 2 2 For the second third and fourth row with thre...

Page 90: ...the tether over the headrest or head restraint 3 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth There should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement for proper installation Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash WARNING A crash can damage the LATCH s...

Page 91: ...at in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the...

Page 92: ...t out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 4 and 5 6 If the child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 40 for more information 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is s...

Page 93: ... be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual ci...

Page 94: ... the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint 1 Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward facing child restraint When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag the off indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit whe...

Page 95: ...cked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 5 and 6 7 If the vehicle does not have a rear seat and the child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 40 for more information 8 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held ...

Page 96: ...acing child is so great if the airbag deploys WARNING A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflat...

Page 97: ...a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this pos...

Page 98: ...tractor lock is set the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 6 To tighten the belt push down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor When installing a forward facing child restraint it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten ...

Page 99: ...nt at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor disconnect it If you turned the airbag off with the switch tu...

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Page 101: ... 1 Storage Compartments Front Storage This vehicle may have a front storage compartment It is located at the center of the instrument panel extension by the floor To open the compartment pull up on the latch The compartment will open automatically Storage compartments may also be included on the inside of each front door ...

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Page 103: ... 5 20 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 5 21 Tow Haul Mode Light 5 21 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 21 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 5 22 Tire Pressure Light 5 22 Engine Oil Pressure Light 5 23 Low Fuel Warning Light 5 23 Security Light 5 23 High Beam On Light 5 24 Cruise Control Light 5 24 Information Displays Driver Information Center DIC 5 24 Vehicle Messages Vehicle Messages 5 ...

Page 104: ...rol on page 9 34 for more information on other steering wheel control w Next Press to go to the next favorite radio station track on a CD or folder on an iPod or USB device c x Previous End Press to go to the previous favorite radio station track on a CD or folder on an iPod or USB device Also press to reject an incoming call or end a current call Radio To select preset or favorite radio stations ...

Page 105: ... press and hold for longer than two seconds to interact with those systems See Bluetooth on page 7 21 and OnStar Overview on page 14 1 for more information SRCE Source Voice Recognition Press to switch between the radio and CD and for equipped vehicles the front auxiliary Seek Press to go to the next radio station while in AM FM or SiriusXM For vehicles with a CD Player or USB port Press to go to ...

Page 106: ...function lever L Washer Fluid Push the paddle to spray washer fluid on the windshield The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to the preset speed WARNING In freezing weather do not use the washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Compass This vehicle may have a compass in the Driver Information Cent...

Page 107: ...tion Procedure following Compass Calibration The compass can be manually calibrated Only calibrate the compass in a magnetically clean and safe location such as an open parking lot where driving the vehicle in circles is not a danger It is suggested to calibrate away from tall buildings utility wires manhole covers or other industrial structures if possible If CAL should ever appear in the DIC dis...

Page 108: ...ASS Clock The clock can be set with either the radio turned on or off AM FM Radio To set the time 1 Press H until the hour begins flashing on the display Press this button a second time and the minutes begin flashing on display Press H a third time and the 12HR or 24HR time format begins flashing 2 While either the hour or the minutes are flashing turn the f knob on the upper right side of the rad...

Page 109: ...hen not in use Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlet and could overload vehicle or adapter fuses If a problem is experienced see your dealer WARNING Power is always supplied to the outlets Do not leave electrical equipment plugged in when the vehicle is not in use because the vehicle could catch fire and cause injury or death Notice Leaving electrical eq...

Page 110: ...d ignite them and possibly damage the vehicle Never put flammable items in the ashtray Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury Warning lights come on when there could be a problem with a vehicle...

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Page 112: ...new odometer installed it must be set to the mileage total of the old odometer If that is not possible then it must be set at zero and a label must be put on the driver door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can show how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last set to zero Press the 3 on the Driver Informatio...

Page 113: ...nce with the fuel gauge None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge At the gas station the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gauge indicated For example the gauge may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gauge moves a lit...

Page 114: ...range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problem causing low oil pressure Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine Driving with the engine oil low can also damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Check the oil level as soon as possible Add oil if required but if the oil level is withi...

Page 115: ...of charge in DC volts When the engine is running the gauge shows the condition of the charging system Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended period This condition is normal since the char...

Page 116: ...t warning light when the vehicle is started this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind passengers to fasten their safety belt Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled This cycle continues several times if the passenger remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving If the passenger safety belt is buckled neither the chime nor the light comes on The front passenge...

Page 117: ...inflate without a crash To help avoid injury have the vehicle serviced right away If there is a problem with the airbag system a Driver Information Center DIC message may also come on See Airbag System Messages on page 5 35 Airbag On Off Light When the right front passenger airbag is manually turned off using the airbag on off switch on the instrument panel if equipped the indicator light OFF or t...

Page 118: ...e airbag system For example the right front passenger airbag could inflate even though the airbag on off switch is turned off To help avoid injury to yourself or others have the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 14 for more information including important safety information If the word ON or the on symbol is lit it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag ...

Page 119: ...es on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system To help avoid injury to yourself or others have the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 14 for more information including important safety information Charging System Light This light comes on briefly when the ignition key is turned to START but the engine is not running as a check to show i...

Page 120: ...irs that might not be covered by the vehicle warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect the vehicle s emission controls and can cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not ...

Page 121: ...ine is warmed up If one or more of these conditions occurs change the fuel brand used It may require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off See Recommended Fuel on page 9 42 If none of the above have made the light turn off your dealer can check the vehicle The dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that might...

Page 122: ...he brake system inspected right away Metric English This light should come on briefly when ignition key is turned to ON RUN If it does not come on have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem When the ignition is on the brake system warning light also comes on when the parking brake is set See Parking Brake on page 9 31 for more information The light stays on if the parking brak...

Page 123: ...n the vehicle still has brakes but not antilock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 5 20 Tow Haul Mode Light For vehicles with the Tow Haul Mode feature this light comes on when the Tow Haul Mode has been activated See Tow Haul Mode on page 9 29 St...

Page 124: ...re information If the light flashes while driving this means that the StabiliTrak or the TCS is assisting in controlling the vehicle See StabiliTrak System on page 9 32 for more information Four chimes sound if the light turns on Tire Pressure Light For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS this light comes on briefly when the engine is started It provides information about tire pres...

Page 125: ... If the light comes on and stays on it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly The vehicle could be low on oil and it might have some other system problem Low Fuel Warning Light English Shown Metric Similar This light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is turned on as a check to indicate it is working If it does not come on have it fixed The low fuel warning light comes...

Page 126: ...on Center DIC This vehicle has a DIC All messages will appear in the DIC display at the bottom of the instrument cluster The DIC buttons are on the instrument panel next to the instrument cluster The DIC comes on when the ignition is on After a short delay the DIC will display the information that was last displayed before the engine was turned off The DIC displays trip fuel and vehicle system inf...

Page 127: ...ation customization and set reset buttons The button functions are detailed in the following pages 3 Trip Fuel Press this button to display the odometer trip odometers fuel range average economy fuel used timer average speed and digital tachometer T Vehicle Information Press this button to display the oil life rear park assist units tire pressure readings for vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monito...

Page 128: ...m or miles mi driven since the ignition was last turned on and the vehicle was moving Once the vehicle begins moving the trip odometer will accumulate mileage For example if the vehicle was driven 8 km 5 miles before it is started again and then the retro active reset feature is activated the display will show 8 km 5 miles As the vehicle begins moving the display will then increase to 8 1 km 5 1 m...

Page 129: ...nd hold V while FUEL USED is displayed Timer Press 3 until TIMER displays This display can be used as a timer To start the timer press V while TIMER is displayed The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset not including time the ignition is off Time will continue to be counted as long as the ignition is on even if another display is being shown on the DI...

Page 130: ...FE accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change To reset the engine oil life system see Engine Oil Life System on page 10 8 Park Assist If the vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA system press T until PARK ASSIST displays This display allows the system to be turned on or off Once in this display press ...

Page 131: ...positions see Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10 53 See Tire Inspection on page 10 57 Tire Rotation on page 10 58 and Tire Messages on page 5 36 for more information Change Compass Zone The vehicle may have this feature To change the compass zone through the DIC see Compass on page 5 4 Calibrate Compass The vehicle may have this feature The compass can be manually calibrated To calibrate the ...

Page 132: ...e brake system needs service as soon as possible See your dealer Compass Messages CALIBRATING DRIVE IN CIRCLES This message displays when calibrating the compass Drive the vehicle in circles at less than 8 km h 5 mph to complete the calibration See Compass on page 5 4 for more information CALIBRATION COMPLETE This message displays when the compass calibration is complete See Compass on page 5 4 fo...

Page 133: ...rature See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge on page 5 12 To avoid added strain on a hot engine the air conditioning compressor automatically turns off When the coolant temperature returns to normal the air conditioning compressor turns back on You can continue to drive the vehicle If this message continues to appear have the system repaired by your dealer as soon as possible to avoid damage to the...

Page 134: ...SURE LOW STOP ENGINE Notice If you drive the vehicle while the engine oil pressure is low severe engine damage may occur If a low oil pressure warning appears on the Driver Information Center DIC stop the vehicle as soon as possible Do not drive the vehicle until the cause of the low oil pressure is corrected See Engine Oil on page 10 6 for more information This message displays if low oil pressur...

Page 135: ...ew driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn this light and message off Key and Lock Messages REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays if a Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter battery is low The battery needs to be replaced in the transmitter See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 2 Lamp Messages AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL OFF Thi...

Page 136: ...ans there is a problem You should see your dealer for service The vehicle is safe to drive however you do not have the benefit of StabiliTrak so reduce your speed and drive accordingly SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL If the vehicle has StabiliTrak this message displays when there is a problem with the Traction Control System TCS When this message displays the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your ...

Page 137: ...oon as the conditions that caused the message to be displayed are no longer present Airbag System Messages SERVICE AIR BAG This message displays if there is a problem with the airbag system Have your dealer inspect the system for problems See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 14 and Airbag System on page 3 16 for more information Security Messages SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM This message display...

Page 138: ...sure message appears on the DIC stop as soon as you can Have the tire pressures checked and set to those shown on the Tire Loading Information label See Tires on page 10 43 Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 and Tire Pressure on page 10 52 The DIC also shows the tire pressure values See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 24 SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM If the vehicle has the Tire Pressure Monito...

Page 139: ... ignition cycle See Tow Haul Mode on page 9 29 Automatic Transmission Six Speed on page 9 22 or Automatic Transmission Four Speed on page 9 26 and Cruise Control on page 9 34 SERVICE TRANSMISSION This message displays when there is a problem with the transmission See your dealer for service TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE Notice Do not drive the vehicle while the transmission fluid is overheating and...

Page 140: ...eferences use the following procedure Entering the Feature Settings Menu 1 Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in P Park To avoid excessive drain on the battery it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off 2 Press U to enter the feature settings menu If the menu is not available FEATURE SETTINGS AVAILABLE IN PARK will display Before entering the menu make sure the vehicle is in P Par...

Page 141: ...default The doors will automatically lock when the vehicle is shifted out of P Park AT VEHICLE SPEED The doors will automatically lock when the vehicle speed is above 13 km h 8 mph for three seconds NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press V while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC AUTO DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you t...

Page 142: ...er HORN LIGHTS default The exterior lamps will flash when you press Q on the RKE transmitter and the horn will sound when Q is pressed again within five seconds of the previous command NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press V while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you to select the...

Page 143: ...five seconds after the last door is closed NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press V while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC EXIT LIGHTING This feature allows you to select the amount of time you want the exterior lamps to remain on when it is dark enough outside This happens after the key is turned from ON RUN to LOCK OF...

Page 144: ... until CHIME VOLUME appears on the DIC display Press V once to access the settings for this feature Then press U to scroll through the following settings NORMAL The chime volume will be set to a normal level LOUD The chime volume will be set to a loud level NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain There is no default for chime volume The volume will stay at ...

Page 145: ...e menu If you do not exit pressing U will return you to the beginning of the feature settings menu Exiting the Feature Settings Menu The feature settings menu will be exited when any of the following occurs The vehicle is no longer in ON RUN The 3 or T DIC buttons are pressed The end of the feature settings menu is reached and exited A 40 second time period has elapsed with no selection made ...

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Page 147: ...e exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel There are four positions O Off Briefly turn the control to this position to turn the automatic headlamps and Daytime Running Lamps DRL off or back on For vehicles first sold in Canada the off position only works for vehicles that are shifted into the P Park position AUTO Automatic Turns on the headlamps automatica...

Page 148: ... the auto mode the headlamps turn off once the ignition is in LOCK OFF or may remain on until the headlamp delay ends if enabled in the Driver Information Center DIC See Exit Lighting under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 38 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer 2 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you to change the headlamps from low to high beam Then releas...

Page 149: ...ion and then release For vehicles first sold in Canada the transmission must be in the P Park position before the automatic headlamp system can be turned off The vehicle has a light sensor on the top of the instrument panel Do not cover the sensor otherwise the system will come on whenever the ignition is on The system may also turn on the headlamps when driving through a parking garage or tunnel ...

Page 150: ...s Hazard Warning Flashers Press this button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off This warns others that you are having trouble Press again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on the vehicle s turn signals will not work Turn and Lane Change Signals G Turn Signals An arrow on the instrument cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change...

Page 151: ...e chime and message move the turn signal lever to the off position Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control The knob for this feature is to the left of the steering column D Instrument Panel Lights Push the knob to extend and then turn clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the instrument panel lights and the radio display This only works if the headlamps or parking lamps ...

Page 152: ...ing lamps in other locations The lamps cannot be adjusted Lighting Features Entry Exit Lighting The vehicle has an illuminated entry exit feature The dome lamps come on if the E DOME OFF button is in the extended position when a door is opened or the key is removed from the ignition Battery Load Management The vehicle may have Electric Power Management EPM that estimates the battery s temperature ...

Page 153: ...ged into accessory power outlets EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery It does this by balancing the generator s output and the vehicle s electrical needs It can increase engine idle speed to generate more power whenever needed It can temporarily reduce the power demands of some accessories Normally these actions occur in steps or levels without being noticeable In rare cases at ...

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Page 155: ...your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to you or others Do not give extended attention to infotainment tasks while driving This system provides access to many audio and non audio listings To minimize taking your eyes off the road while driving do the following while the vehicle is parked Become familiar with the operation and controls of the au...

Page 156: ...ccessory Power RAP With RAP the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 19 for more information Navigation Radio System For vehicles with a navigation radio system see the navigation manual Theft Deterrent Feature The theft deterrent feature works by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN to the infotainment s...

Page 157: ...to set the bass or treble Turn to manually select radio stations 4 BAND Press to scroll through the available bands AM FM or XM if equipped 5 SEEK Seeks the previous station 6 SEEK Seeks the next station 7 P Power Volume Press to turn the infotainment system on or off Turn to adjust the volume 8 H Clock Press to set the clock 9 EQ Equalizer Press to adjust the equalizer settings 10 x w Fade Balanc...

Page 158: ...rmation on the current station or track 2 FAV Favorites Pages Press to scroll through the favorite pages 3 MENU Press to open the tone menu to adjust the bass midrange treble fade and balance 4 Buttons 1 6 Saves and selects favorite stations 5 EQ Equalizer Press to adjust the equalizer 6 f Tone Tune Press to set the bass or treble Turn to manually select radio stations ...

Page 159: ...t Jack Use to connect external audio devices 17 Z EJECT Press to eject the loaded CD Operation Using the Radio O Power Volume Press to turn the system on and off Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume 4 Information Press to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time While the ignition is off press this button to display the time Press to disp...

Page 160: ... f knob Press either SEEK or SEEK EQ Equalization Press this button to choose bass and treble equalization settings designed for different types of music Selecting MANUAL or changing bass or treble returns the EQ to the manual bass and treble settings Unique EQ settings can be saved for each source Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade To adjust the balance or fade 1 Press or press the f knob until ...

Page 161: ...ep sounds The radio goes to a station plays for a few seconds then goes to the next station For AM FM Radio and Radio with CD the station frequency flashes while the radio is in the scan mode Press either button again to stop scanning The radio seeks and scans stations only with a strong signal that are in the selected band For AM FM Radio and Radio with CD scan presets within the current selected...

Page 162: ...2 Press the FAV button to display the page where the station is to be stored 3 Press and hold one of the six softkeys until a beep sounds When that softkey is pressed and released the station that was set returns 4 Repeat the steps for each softkey radio station to be stored as a favorite The number of favorites pages can be set up using the MENU button To set up the number of favorites pages 1 Pr...

Page 163: ...a FAV button up to 18 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM can be programmed on the six numbered softkeys by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press BAND to select FM1 FM2 or AM 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered softkeys for three seconds until a beep sounds When that softkey is pressed and released the station that was set returns 5 Repeat St...

Page 164: ...rmal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers vehicle convenience accessories and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet If there is interference or static unplug the item from the accessory power outlet AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each othe...

Page 165: ...it Make sure there is sufficient clearance when entering garages or parking structures Occasionally check to make sure the antenna is tightened to its base If tightening is required tighten by hand Audio Players CD Player Care of the CD Player Do not add any label to a CD It could get caught in the CD If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top...

Page 166: ...D partway into the slot label side up The player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing Ejecting a CD Z EJECT Press and release to eject the disc Remove the CD when Remove Disc displays If the disc is not removed after several seconds the disc is automatically pulled back into the player Playing a CD If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it stays in the player When th...

Page 167: ...ten to tracks in random rather than sequential order To use random 1 Press the softkey under the RDM tab until Random Current Disc displays 2 Press the softkey again to turn off random play MP3 Supported Files Radios with CD MP3 have the capability of playing an MP3 CD R or CD RW disc Format Radios that have the capability of playing MP3s can play mp3 or wma files that were recorded onto a CD R or...

Page 168: ...rack of the first folder File System and Naming The song name that displays is the song name contained in the ID3 tag If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag then the radio displays the file name without the extension such as mp3 as the track name Track names longer than 32 characters or four pages are shortened The display does not show parts of words on the last page of text and the exten...

Page 169: ...s S c Previous Folder Press the softkey below the S c tab to go to the first track in the previous folder c T Next Folder Press the softkey below the c T tab to go to the first track in the next folder RDM Random For Radios with CD MP3 Press to listen to tracks in random rather than sequential order To use random 1 Press the softkey under the RDM tab until Random Current Disc displays 2 Press the ...

Page 170: ...hen the road becomes smoother the CD should play The CD is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again There was a problem while burning the CD The label is caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If th...

Page 171: ...ss to play a CD when a portable audio device is playing Press again and the system begins playing audio from the connected portable audio player If a portable audio player is not connected No Input Device Found displays Using the USB Port Radios with a USB port can control a USB storage device or an iPod using the radio buttons and knobs See Playing an MP3 in CD Player on page 7 11 for information...

Page 172: ...d iPod appears on the radio display The iPod music appears on the radio display and begins playing The iPod charges while it is connected to the vehicle if the vehicle is in the ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN position When the vehicle is turned off the iPod automatically powers off and will not charge or draw power from the vehicle s battery If you have an older iPod model that is not supported it can st...

Page 173: ...he softkey below j again to resume playback Back Press the softkey below the Back tab to go back to the main display screen on an iPod or the root directory on a USB storage device c Folder View Press the softkey below c to view the contents of the current folder on the USB drive To browse and select files 1 Press the softkey below c 2 Turn f to scroll through the list of folders 3 Press f to sele...

Page 174: ...e softkey below or to select between Repeat All and Repeat Track Repeat All Press the softkey below to repeat all tracks The tab appears lowered when Repeat All is being used This is the default mode when a USB storage device or iPod is first connected Repeat Track Press the softkey below to repeat one track The tab appears raised when Repeat Track is being used Shuffle Functionality To use Shuffl...

Page 175: ... section for more information See Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers in this section for more information WARNING When using a cell phone it can be distracting to look too long or too often at the screen of the phone or the infotainment navigation system Taking your eyes off the road too long or too often could cause a crash resulting in injury or death Focus your attention on driving A Bluetooth ...

Page 176: ... enabled cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used See the cell phone manufacturer s user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone If a Bluetooth phone is not connected calls will be made using OnStar Hands Free Calling if equipped See OnStar Overview on page 14 1 Pairing Information A Bluetooth phone with MP3 capab...

Page 177: ...ting All Paired and Connected Phones The system can list all cell phones paired to it If a paired cell phone is also connected to the vehicle the system responds with is connected after that phone name 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Bluetooth 3 Say List Deleting a Paired Phone If the phone name you want to delete is unknown see Listing All Paired and Connected Phones 1 Press and hold b...

Page 178: ...group of numbers you want to store all at once with no pauses then follow the directions given by the system to save a name tag for this number Using the Digit Store Command If an unwanted number is recognized by the system say Clear at any time to clear the last number To hear all of the numbers recognized by the system say Verify at any time 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Digit Store...

Page 179: ... name tag Once connected the person called will be heard through the audio speakers Calling 911 Emergency 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Dial or Call 3 Say 911 4 Say Dial or Call Once connected the person called will be heard through the audio speakers Using the Digit Dial Command The digit dial command allows a phone number to be dialed by entering the digits one at a time After each ...

Page 180: ...x to disconnect the current call and switch to the call on hold Three Way Calling Three way calling must be supported on the cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier 1 While on a call press b g 2 Say Three way call 3 Use the dial or call command to dial the number of the third party to be called 4 Once the call is connected press b g to link all callers together Ending a Call Press c...

Page 181: ...Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Bluetooth This command can be skipped 3 Say Voice The system responds OK accessing phone name The cell phone s normal prompt messages will go through their cycle according to the phone s operating instructions Dual Tone Multi Frequency DTMF Tones The Bluetooth system can send numbers and the numbers stored as name tags during a call You can use this feature...

Page 182: ...are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by General Motors is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 15 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 ...

Page 183: ...or the vehicle can be controlled with this system Vehicles without Air Conditioning 1 Fan Control 2 Temperature Control 3 Air Delivery Mode Control 9 Fan Control Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed 9 Off Turns the system off Temperature Control Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle Air De...

Page 184: ...ndows Defog This mode clears the windows of fog or moisture Outside air is directed to the floor and defroster outlets Adjust the temperature knob for warmer or cooler air The air conditioning compressor might turn on in this setting to dehumidify the air 1 Defrost This mode clears the windshield of fog or frost more quickly Air is directed to the windshield with some to the floor outlets and fron...

Page 185: ...Window Defogger For vehicles with a rear window defogger a warming grid is used to remove fog or frost from the rear window It only works when the ignition is in ON RUN 1 Rear Window Defogger Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off The rear window defogger turns off several minutes after the button is pressed If turned on again the defogger will run for several more minutes before turning...

Page 186: ...he vehicle AUX The thumbwheel for this system is located in the instrument panel switchbank below the audio system 9 Fan Turn the thumbwheel up or down to increase or decrease the amount of heated air sent to the rear seating area Q High This position supplies the most amount of heat to the rear seating area c Medium This position supplies half the amount of heat to the rear seating area R Low Thi...

Page 187: ...ate control panel is located in the overhead console between the driver and front passenger Front Climate Control Panel 1 Fan Control 2 Air Delivery Mode Control 3 Temperature Control Use this control panel to maintain a separate temperature setting Adjust the direction of the airflow or adjust the fan speed for the rear seat passenger s When the fan knob is in the AUX position the rear climate co...

Page 188: ...he rear seating area This disables the front control panel To return control to the front panel move the fan knob out of AUX 9 Turns the system off 9 Fan Control Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed in the rear seating area Temperature Control Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature in the rear seating area The air conditioning...

Page 189: ...ms on page 8 1 For information on ventilation see Air Vents on page 8 7 Air Vents Use the outlets located near the center and on the sides of the instrument panel to change the direction of airflow Operation Tips Clear away any ice snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into the vehicle Use of non GM approved hood deflectors may adversely af...

Page 190: ...Black plate 8 1 GMC Savana Owner Manual 2013 2nd Edition 9 25 12 8 8 Climate Controls 2 NOTES ...

Page 191: ...hifting Into Park 9 19 Shifting out of Park 9 20 Parking over Things That Burn 9 21 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 21 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 22 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission Six Speed 9 22 Automatic Transmission Four Speed 9 26 Manual Mode 9 28 Tow Haul Mode 9 29 Drive Systems All Wheel Drive 9 30 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 9 30 Parking Brake 9 31 Ride Control Sy...

Page 192: ... always keep your eyes on the road hands on the wheel and mind on the drive Do not use a phone in demanding driving situations Use a hands free method to place or receive necessary phone calls Watch the road Do not read take notes or look up information on phones or other electronic devices Designate a front seat passenger to handle potential distractions Become familiar with vehicle features befo...

Page 193: ...een you and the driver in front of you Focus on the task of driving Drunk Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy WARNING Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Continued WARN...

Page 194: ...raulic power steering It may require maintenance See Power Steering Fluid on page 10 22 If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or because of a system malfunction the vehicle can be steered but may required increased effort See your dealer if there is a problem If the vehicle is a hybrid see the hybrid supplement for more information Curve Tips Take curves at a reasonable speed R...

Page 195: ... and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible If the vehicle starts to slide follow these suggestions Ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and steer the way you want the vehicle to go The vehicle may straighten out Be ready for a second skid if it occurs Slow down and adjust your driving according to weather conditions Stopping distance can be longer and vehicle contro...

Page 196: ...s hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road There is no hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when the road is wet Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down other wet weather driving tips include Allow extra following distance Pass with caution Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir filled Have good...

Page 197: ...le in gear when going downhill Stay in your own lane Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane Be alert on top of hills something could be in your lane stalled car accident Pay attention to special road signs falling rocks area winding roads long grades passing or no passing zones and take appropriate action Winter Driving Driving on ...

Page 198: ...sible use the Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 5 To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe Turn on the hazard warning flashers Tie a red cloth to an outside mirror WARNING Snow can trap engine exhaust under the vehicle This may cause exhaust gases to get inside Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death Conti...

Page 199: ...idle speed This keeps the battery charged to restart the vehicle and to signal for help with the headlamps Do this as little as possible to save fuel If the Vehicle Is Stuck Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand mud ice or snow If stuck too severely for the traction system to free the vehicle turn the traction system off and use the rocking method See Stabili...

Page 200: ... options Two labels on the vehicle show how much weight it was designed to carry the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification Tire label WARNING Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR This can cause systems to break and change the way the vehicle handles This could cause loss of...

Page 201: ... lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle ...

Page 202: ... 136 kg 300 lbs 3 Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 317 kg 700 lbs Example 2 A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 453 kg 1 000 lbs B Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 5 136 kg 750 lbs C Available Cargo Weight 113 kg 250 lbs Example 3 1 Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 91 kg 200 lbs 5 453 kg 1 000 lbs 3 Available Cargo Weight 0 kg 0...

Page 203: ... the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo The Certification Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on the front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh the vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out the load equally on both sides of the center...

Page 204: ... carry removable items you may need to put a limit on how many people you carry inside the vehicle Be sure to weigh the vehicle before you buy and install the new equipment Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break In Notice The vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Keep the vehicle speed at 88 km h 55 mph or less for t...

Page 205: ...ill remain active See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 19 This position locks the ignition and transmission Do not turn the engine off when the vehicle is moving This will cause a loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags If the vehicle must be shut off in an emergency 1 Brake using a firm and steady pressure Do not pump the brakes repeatedly This may dep...

Page 206: ...er operation of the malfunction indicator lamp as may be required for emission inspection purposes The switch stays in this position when the engine is running If you leave the key in the ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN position with the engine off the battery could be drained You may not be able to start the vehicle if the battery is allowed to drain for an extended period of time 4 START This is the pos...

Page 207: ...age When this happens hold the ignition switch in the START position to continue engine cranking Notice Cranking the engine for long periods of time by returning the key to the START position immediately after cranking has ended can overheat and damage the cranking motor and drain the battery Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to let the cranking motor cool down 2 If the engine does not sta...

Page 208: ...er DIC will display FAST IDLE ON One of the following actions will turn off the fast idle Pressing the brake Selecting the cruise control cancel button Releasing the parking brake Moving transmission shift lever out of P Park or N Neutral Selecting the cruise control on off button when it was previously on Pressing the cruise control SET button a second time Pressing the accelerator more than one ...

Page 209: ...e the heater should remain plugged in depends on several factors Ask a dealer in the area where you will be parking the vehicle for the best advice on this Retained Accessory Power RAP These vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off Audio System Power Windows if equipped These features will work when the ignition key is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY Once the ...

Page 210: ...ift the transmission into P Park properly the weight of the vehicle can put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission It might be difficult to pull the shift lever out of P Park This is called torque lock To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into P Park properly before you leave the driver seat To find out how see Shifting Into Park on page 9 19 When you are rea...

Page 211: ...pedal push the shift lever all the way into P Park 3 Move the shift lever to the desired position If you are still having a problem shifting have the vehicle serviced Parking over Things That Burn WARNING Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite Do not park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn Engine Exhaust WARNING Engine exhaust contai...

Page 212: ...rked It is better not to park with the engine running If the vehicle is left with the engine running follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move See Shifting Into Park on page 9 19 and Engine Exhaust on page 9 21 If parking on a hill and pulling a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9 47 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission Six Speed Vehicles with ...

Page 213: ...red by the vehicle warranty Shift to R Reverse only after the vehicle is stopped To rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging the transmission see If the Vehicle Is Stuck on page 9 9 N Neutral In this position the engine does not connect with the wheels To restart when you are already moving use N Neutral only Also use N Neutral when the vehicle is being towed...

Page 214: ...ly The transmission uses adaptive shift controls Adaptive shift controls continually compares key shift parameters to pre programmed ideal shifts stored in the transmissions computer The transmission constantly makes adjustments to improve vehicle performance according to how the vehicle is being used such as with a heavy load or when temperature changes During this adaptive shift control process ...

Page 215: ...lows eventually downshifting to 1 First gear The transmission can be held in 1 First gear using Range Selection Mode or the shift lever See Range Selection Mode under Manual Mode on page 9 28 Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission The repair will not be covered by the vehicle warranty If you are stuck do ...

Page 216: ... Tips on page 9 47 Make sure the shift lever is fully in P Park before starting the engine The vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You must first press the brake pedal before you can shift from P Park with the ignition in ON RUN If you cannot shift out of P Park ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into P Park as you maintain brake appli...

Page 217: ...s could result in skidding See Skidding under Loss of Control on page 9 5 3 Third This position is also used for normal driving However it reduces vehicle speed more than D Drive without using the brakes You might choose 3 Third instead of D Drive when driving on hilly winding roads when towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears and when going down a steep hill You should use 3 Thir...

Page 218: ...that can be used However the vehicle can automatically shift to lower gears as it adjusts to driving conditions This means that all gears below that number are available When 5 Fifth is selected 1 First through 5 Fifth gears are automatically shifted by the vehicle but 6 Sixth cannot be used until the button located on the steering column lever is used to change to the gear Grade Braking is not av...

Page 219: ... Tow Haul Mode Grade Braking 6 Speed Automatic Transmission Tow Haul Mode Grade Braking is only enabled while the Tow Haul Mode is selected and the vehicle is not in the Range Selection Mode See Tow Haul Mode listed previously and Manual Mode on page 9 28 Tow Haul Mode Grade Braking assists in maintaining desired vehicle speeds when driving on downhill grades by using the engine and transmission t...

Page 220: ... brake pedal moves a little This is normal If there is a problem with ABS this warning light stays on See Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light on page 5 21 If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to avoid a sudden obstacle a computer senses that the wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will...

Page 221: ...ke hold the regular brake pedal then push down the parking brake pedal If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the handle located just above the parking brake pedal with the parking brake symbol to release the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released the brake system warning ...

Page 222: ...oblems The system may be heard or felt while it is working This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle The system should initialize before the vehicle reaches 40 km h 25 mph In some cases it may take approximately 3 2 km 2 mi of driving before the system initializes The Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak indicator light comes on in the instrument cluster when the syst...

Page 223: ...y to assist the driver with vehicle directional control If cruise control is being used when StabiliTrak activates the cruise control automatically disengages The cruise control can be re engaged when road conditions allow See Cruise Control on page 9 34 The StabiliTrak system may also turn off automatically if it determines that a problem exists with the system If the problem does not clear itsel...

Page 224: ...h roads fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads For vehicles with cruise control a speed of about 40 km h 25 mph or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 40 km h 25 mph When the brakes are applied cruise control is turned off I...

Page 225: ...s are applied the cruise control is disengaged without erasing the set speed from memory Once the vehicle speed reaches about 40 km h 25 mph or more press the RES button on the steering wheel The vehicle returns to the previous set speed and stays there Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already activated Press and hold the RES button on the steering wheel ...

Page 226: ...raking is enabled when the vehicle is started and Cruise Control is active It is not enabled in Range Selection Mode It assists in maintaining driver selected speed when driving on downhill grades by using the engine and transmission to slow the vehicle To disable and enable Cruise Grade Braking for the current ignition key cycle press and hold the Tow Haul button for three seconds A DIC message d...

Page 227: ...g URPA operates only at speeds less than 8 km h 5 mph An obstacle is indicated by audible beeps The time between the beeps gets shorter as the vehicle approaches the obstacle A continuous tone is heard when the distance is less than 30 cm 12 in To be detected objects must be at least 25 cm 10 in off the ground and below rear door level Objects must also be within 2 5 m 8 ft from the rear bumper Th...

Page 228: ...trians bicyclists animals or any other object located outside the camera s field of view below the bumper or under the vehicle Perceived distances may be different from actual distances Do not back the vehicle using only the RVC screen during longer higher speed backing maneuvers or where there could be cross traffic Failure to use proper care before backing may result in injury death or vehicle d...

Page 229: ...A has been disabled and the symbols have been turned on the Rear Parking Assist Symbols Unavailable error message may display See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9 37 The symbols appear near objects detected by the URPA system The symbol may cover the object when viewing the navigation screen To turn the symbols on or off 1 Make sure that URPA has not been disabled 2 Shift into P Park 3 Press ME...

Page 230: ...d images may be further or closer than they appear The area displayed is limited and objects which are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper do not display When the System Does Not Seem To Work Properly The RVC system might not work properly or display a clear image if The RVC is turned off See Turning the RVC System On or Off earlier in this section It is dark The sun or the be...

Page 231: ...rature conditions Once conditions return to normal the device will reset and the green indicator will stop flashing During any of these fault conditions the display will be blank and the indicator will flash while the vehicle is in R Reverse or until the conditions return to normal Fuel For diesel engine vehicles see Fuel for Diesel Engines in the Duramax diesel supplement For Vehicles with gasoli...

Page 232: ...in some cities If these gasolines comply with the previousely described specification then they are acceptable to use However E85 85 ethanol and other fuels containing more than 15 ethanol must be used only in flex fuel vehicles CAUTION Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under t...

Page 233: ...nded Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Fuel Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing the emission control system to work properly In most cases nothing should have to be added to the fuel However some gasol...

Page 234: ...ning up to 85 ethanol E85 For all other vehicles use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on page 9 42 We encourage the use of E85 in vehicles that are designed to use it The ethanol in E85 is a renewable fuel meaning it is made from renewable sources such as corn and other crops Many service stations will not have an 85 ethanol fuel E85 pump available The U S Department of ...

Page 235: ...cause injury or death To help avoid injuries to you and others read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island Turn off the engine when refueling Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended Do not reenter the vehicle while pumping fuel Keep children away from the fuel pump and never let children pump fuel Continued WARNING Continued Fu...

Page 236: ... new fuel cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may not fit properly This may cause the malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage the fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 17 Filling a Portable Fuel Container WARNING Filling a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle can cause fuel vapors ...

Page 237: ...rts at full throttle Vehicles can tow in D Drive Shift the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy loads and or hilly conditions WARNING When towing a trailer exhaust gases may collect at the rear of the vehicle and enter if the liftgate trunk hatch or rear most window is open When towing a trailer Do not drive with the liftgate trunk hatch or rear most window...

Page 238: ...ged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so the trailer will not strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance If the trailer turn signal bulbs burn out the arrows on the instrument cluster will still flash for turns It is important to check occasionally...

Page 239: ...ft into P Park 5 Release the brake pedal Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply and hold the brake pedal 2 Start the engine 3 Shift into a gear 4 Release the parking brake 5 Let up on the brake pedal 6 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 7 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance when Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a traile...

Page 240: ...urability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly The following information has many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers So please read this section carefully before pulling a trailer Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It depends...

Page 241: ...5 3LV8 3 42 2 948 kg 6 500 lbs 5 443 kg 12 000 lbs G1500 Passenger Van 2WD 5 3LV8 3 42 3 73 2 812 kg 6 200 lbs 5 443 kg 12 000 lbs H1500 Passenger Van AWD 5 3LV8 3 42 3 73 2 722 kg 6 000 lbs 5 443 kg 12 000 lbs G2500 Cargo Van 2WD Short Wheelbase 4 8LV8 3 42 3 357 kg 7 400 lbs 5 897 kg 13 000 lbs 6 0LV8 3 42 4 536 kg 10 000 lbs 7 257 kg 16 000 lbs G2500 Cargo Van 2WD Long Wheelbase 4 8LV8 3 42 3 2...

Page 242: ... 42 4 536 kg 10 000 lbs 7 257 kg 16 000 lbs G3500 Cargo Van 2WD Long Wheelbase 4 8LV8 3 42 3 221 kg 7 100 lbs 5 897 kg 13 000 lbs 6 0LV8 3 42 4 536 kg 10 000 lbs 7 257 kg 16 000 lbs G3500 Passenger Van 2WD Short Wheelbase 6 0LV8 3 42 4 400 kg 9 700 lbs 7 257 kg 16 000 lbs G3500 Passenger Van 2WD Long Wheelbase 6 0LV8 3 42 4 218 kg 9 300 lbs 7 257 kg 16 000 lbs The Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR...

Page 243: ...the total loaded trailer weight 2 up to a maximum of 181 kg 400 lbs with a weight carrying hitch The trailer tongue weight 1 should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight 2 up to a maximum of 454 kg 1 000 lbs with a weight distributing hitch Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for the vehicle Choose the shortest hitch extension that will position the hitch bal...

Page 244: ...ch the hitch must be adjusted so the distance 1 remains the same both before and after coupling the trailer to the tow vehicle If a step bumper hitch will be used the bumper could be damaged in sharp turns Make sure there is ample room when turning to avoid contact between the trailer and the bumper If the loaded trailer being pulled will weigh more than 2 270 kg 5 000 lbs be sure to use a properl...

Page 245: ...ge includes a wiring harness with a seven pin connector at the rear of the vehicle and a four wire harness assembly under the driver side of the instrument panel The four wire harness assembly comes without a connector If the vehicle does not have a trailer hitch the seven wire harness assembly with connector is taped together and located in a frame pocket at the driver side rear left corner of th...

Page 246: ...en pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load See Tow Haul Mode on page 9 29 Tow Haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75 percent of the vehicle Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR See Weight of the Trailer in Trailer Towing on page 9 49 Tow Haul is most useful under the following driving conditions When pulling a heavy trailer or a larg...

Page 247: ...o not work and would not be covered by the warranty Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment Add on equipment can drain the vehicle s 12 volt battery even if the vehicle is not operating The vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle see Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 3 30 and Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipp...

Page 248: ...Black plate 58 1 GMC Savana Owner Manual 2013 2nd Edition 9 25 12 9 58 Driving and Operating 2 NOTES ...

Page 249: ...0 26 All Wheel Drive 10 26 Front Axle 10 27 Rear Axle 10 27 Noise Control System 10 28 Starter Switch Check 10 29 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 29 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 30 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 30 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 30 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 10 31 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 10 31 Halogen Bulbs 10 31 Headlamps 10...

Page 250: ...4 Tire Chains 10 65 If a Tire Goes Flat 10 65 Tire Changing 10 67 Secondary Latch System 10 74 Full Size Spare Tire 10 76 Jump Starting Jump Starting 10 77 Towing Towing the Vehicle 10 80 Recreational Vehicle Towing 10 80 Appearance Care Exterior Care 10 83 Interior Care 10 86 Floor Mats 10 89 General Information For service and parts needs visit your dealer You will receive genuine GM parts and G...

Page 251: ...ories or modifications could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module or software modifications is not covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect remaining warranty coverage for affected parts GM Accessories are desi...

Page 252: ... dipsticks Hood To open the hood 1 Pull the handle with this symbol on it It is in front of the driver side door frame near the floor 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and lift up the secondary hood release which is underneath the middle of the hood 3 Lift the hood release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood If the vehicle has an underhood lamp it will au...

Page 253: ...Black plate 5 1 GMC Savana Owner Manual 2013 2nd Edition 9 25 12 Vehicle Care 10 5 Engine Compartment Overview 4 3L V6 Engine Shown 4 8L V8 Engine 5 3L V8 Engine and 6 0L V8 Engine Similar ...

Page 254: ...amax diesel supplement To ensure proper engine performance and long life careful attention must be paid to engine oil Following these simple but important steps will help protect your investment Always use engine oil approved to the proper specification and of the proper viscosity grade See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in this section Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper ...

Page 255: ...shown on the dipstick are harmful to the engine If you find that you have an oil level above the operating range i e the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged You should drain out the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle and seek a service professional to remove the excess amount of oil Se...

Page 256: ...ne protection Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispo...

Page 257: ...so that the system can calculate the next engine oil change To reset the system 1 Turn the ignition key to ON RUN with the engine off 2 Fully press and release the accelerator pedal slowly three times within five seconds 3 Turn the key to LOCK OFF If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes back on when the vehicle is started the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure Automatic ...

Page 258: ... eight hours or more with the engine off but this is used only as a reference Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 10 C 50 F or more If it is colder than 10 C 50 F the engine may have to idle longer Should the fluid level be low during this cold check the fluid must be checked hot before adding fluid Checking the fluid hot will give a more accurate reading of the...

Page 259: ... a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough 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 0 5 L 1 pt Do not overfill Notice Use of the incorrect automatic transmission fluid may damage the vehicle and the damages may not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Rec...

Page 260: ...ause the transmission to overheat Be sure to get an accurate reading if checking the transmission fluid Wait at least 30 minutes with the engine off before checking the transmission fluid level if the vehicle has been driven In hot weather when outside temperatures are above 32 C 90 F The vehicle is heavily loaded At high speed for quite a while in hot weather In heavy traffic and hot weather Whil...

Page 261: ...inutes or more Then without shutting off the engine use the steps that follow The transmission dipstick is near the center of the engine compartment and will be labeled with the graphic shown See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 5 for more information on location 1 COLD Range 2 WARM Range 3 HOT Range 1 Flip the handle up pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Pus...

Page 262: ...utomatic Transmission Fluid earlier in this section for instructions on driving to achieve warm or hot transmission fluid It does not take much fluid generally less than 0 5 L 1 pt Do not overfill Notice Use of the incorrect automatic transmission fluid may damage the vehicle and the damages may not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Recommende...

Page 263: ...housing Care should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible 3 Clean the engine air cleaner filter housing 4 Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter Make sure that the filter fits properly into the housing 5 Reinstall the cover and fasten the retaining clips WARNING Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cl...

Page 264: ...curs first Any repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in the vehicle Engine Coolant The cooling system in the vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in the vehicle for 5 years or 240 000 km 150 000 mi whichever occurs first The following explains the cooling system and how to check and add coolant wh...

Page 265: ...engine coolant by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground or into sewers streams or bodies of water Have the coolant changed by an authorized service center familiar with legal requirements regarding used coolant disposal This will help protect the environment and your health Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level Check to see if coolant is...

Page 266: ...ator WARNING Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool If coolant is needed add the proper mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done 1 Remove the radiator ...

Page 267: ...l the coolant recovery tank to the COLD FILL mark 5 Reinstall the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 6 Start the engine and let it run until the upper radiator hose can be felt getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan 7 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL...

Page 268: ...le is parked on a level surface Then check to see if the engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating the fan should be running If it is not do not continue to run the engine and have the vehicle serviced See if the engine cooling fan speed increases when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it does not the vehicle needs service Turn off the engine Notice ...

Page 269: ...n front If the warning does not come back on continue to drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park the vehicle right away If there is still no sign of steam push down the accelerator until the engine speed is about twice as fast as normal idle speed for at least three minutes while parked If the warning is still on turn off the engine until it cools down If the decision is ma...

Page 270: ...servoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the COLD FILL mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark To prevent contamination of brake fluid never check or fill the power steering reservoir with the brake mas...

Page 271: ...stem and paint Brakes This vehicle has disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound can come and go or be heard all the time the vehicle is moving except when applying the brake pedal firmly WARNING The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well That could ...

Page 272: ...alling disc brake pads that are wrong for the vehicle can change the balance between the front and rear brakes for the worse The braking performance expected can change in many other ways if the wrong replacement brake parts are installed Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 5 for the location of the reservoir T...

Page 273: ...e fluid by looking at the brake fluid reservoir See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 5 The fluid level should be above MIN If it is not have the brake hydraulic system checked to see if there is a leak After work is done on the brake hydraulic system make sure the level is above the MIN but not over the MAX mark What to Add Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid from a sealed container See Recommend...

Page 274: ...and lead compounds chemicals Continued WARNING Continued known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage WARNING Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you are not careful See Jump Starting on page 10 77 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Infrequent Usage Remove ...

Page 275: ...check the lubricant and when to change it See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 3 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the fill plug hole some lubricant may need to be added When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 10 mm 3 8 in below the fill plug hole When the differential is at...

Page 276: ...10 000 lbs The Maintenance Schedule provides information on maintaining the noise control system to minimize degradation of the noise emission control system during the life of the vehicle The noise control system warranty is given in the vehicle warranty booklet These standards apply only to vehicles sold in the United States Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof 1 The r...

Page 277: ...When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before starting this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake on page 9 31 Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 Try to start the ...

Page 278: ...d and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular 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 brake s holding ability With the engine running and the transmission in N ...

Page 279: ... lever clicks into place Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset and should need no further adjustment If the vehicle is damaged in a crash the headlamp aim may be affected If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary see your dealer Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 10 36 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact y...

Page 280: ...ood See Hood on page 10 4 2 Remove the two bolts from the headlamp assembly 3 Lift the headlamp assembly to release the lower tabs from the radiator support 4 Turn the headlamp forward and upward to remove it from the grille 5 Disconnect the electrical connector 6 Turn the bulb counterclockwise one quarter turn to remove it from the headlamp assembly 7 Install the new bulb into the headlamp assemb...

Page 281: ... Headlamp retainer 3 Sealed beam headlamp bulb To replace one of these bulbs 1 Remove the four screws 1 from the headlamp retainer 2 Pull the retainer 2 out and set it aside 2 Pull the bulb 3 forward to gain access to the electrical connector 3 Disconnect the electrical connector 2 and remove the headlamp bulb 1 4 Reverse Steps 1 3 to reinstall the headlamp Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking...

Page 282: ...to reinstall it in the lamp assembly 7 Reinstall the lamp assembly into the grille until the outboard clip snaps into place Taillamps To replace a taillamp turn signal lamp or back up lamp bulb 1 Remove the two inboard nuts from the inside of the taillamp assembly 2 The third nut 3 is under the applique piece 2 above the lamp Remove the two inboard applique nuts Pull the applique 2 straight rearwa...

Page 283: ...0 Reverse Steps 1 5 to reinstall the taillamp assembly and applique Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL The CHMSL is above the rear doors at the center of the vehicle To replace a bulb 1 Remove the two screws from the CHMSL assembly 2 Remove the CHMSL assembly 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise one quarter turn to remove it from the lamp assembly 4 Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket ...

Page 284: ...the socket 3 Install the new bulb 4 Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to reinstall the license plate bulb assembly Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back up Rear Parking Stoplamp and Turn Signal Lamp 3157KX Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 912LL Front Parking and Turn Signal Lamp 3157KX Front Sidemarker Lamp 194LL License Plate Lamp 194LL Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Headlamps Composite High Beam Hea...

Page 285: ...checked right away if the lamps go on and off or remain off Windshield Wipers If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice the windshield wipers will stop until the motor cools and will then restart Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload overload due to heavy snow or ice may cause wiper linkage damage Always clear ice and heavy snow from the windshield before using the...

Page 286: ... of the fuses relays and features shown Mini Fuse Usage 3 Right Stop Turn Trailer 4 Spare 5 Spare 6 Fuel System Control Module Ignition 7 Body Control Module 5 8 Body Control Module 7 9 Body Control Module 4 10 Instrument Panel Cluster 11 Trailer Wiring 12 Inside Rear Vision Camera Module 13 Spare 14 Windshield Washer 16 Horn ...

Page 287: ...Fuse Usage 30 Engine Control Module Ignition Glow Plug Module 31 Transmission Control Module Ignition 32 Transmission Control Module Battery 33 Rear Parking Aid Module 34 Spare 35 Fuel Operated Heater Module 36 Fuel System Control Module Battery 51 Left High Beam Headlamp 52 Right High Beam Headlamp Mini Fuse Usage 53 Left Low Beam Headlamp 54 Right Low Beam Headlamp 55 Wiper 56 Canister Vent Sole...

Page 288: ...trol Module 6 73 Lighter Data Link Connection 75 V6 Fuel Injectors 76 Spare 77 Oxygen Sensor 2 Pre Mini Fuse Usage 78 Engine Control Module Powertrain 79 Even Ignition Injectors J Case Fuse Usage 1 ABS Motor 2 ABS Module 41 Spare 42 Trailer Wiring 43 Fan High 44 Starter Solenoid 45 Engine Control Module Powertrain 46 Spare 47 Fan Lo 74 Front Blower Relay Usage 15 Run Crank 37 Spare 38 Fuel Pump 39...

Page 289: ... vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Mini Fuse Usage F1 Empty F2 Steering Wheel Sensor F3 Auxiliary Parking Lamps Cut Away F4 Front Park Lamps F5 Trailer Park Lamps F6 Upfitter Park Lamps F7 Right Rear Park Lamp F8 Left Rear Park Lamp F9 Outside Rearview Mirror Switch F10 Airbag Automatic Occupant Sensing F11 OnStar If Equipped ...

Page 290: ...Switch Discrete Logic Ignition Sensor PK3 F23 Instrument Cluster F25 Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Control F26 Auxiliary Trailer Backup F27 Taillamps Backup F30 Upfitter Courtesy Lamps F31 Front Door Lock F32 Rear Door Lock F33 Cargo Door Unlock F34 Passenger Door Unlock F35 Rear Passenger Door Unlock Mini Fuse Usage F36 Driver Door Unlock F37 Empty F38 Empty J Case Fuse Usage F16 Upfit...

Page 291: ...r to the tire manufacturer WARNING Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading the tires can cause overheating as a result of too much flexing There could be a blowout Continued WARNING Continued and a serious crash See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting crash could cause serious injury Check all tir...

Page 292: ...res can be identified by the last two characters of this TPC code which will be MS Consider installing winter tires on the vehicle if frequent driving on snow or ice covered roads is expected All season tires provide adequate performance for most winter driving conditions but they may not offer the same level of traction or performance as winter tires on snow or ice covered roads See Winter Tires ...

Page 293: ... expected See Winter Tires on page 10 44 Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into the sidewall The examples show a typical passenger vehicle and light truck tire sidewall Passenger P Metric Tire 1 Tire Size The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service description Se...

Page 294: ...rm Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 10 62 7 Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load For information on recommended tire pressure see Tire...

Page 295: ...n Motor Vehicle Safety Standards DOT Tire Date of Manufacture The last four digits of the TIN indicate the tire manufactured date The first two digits represent the week 01 52 and the last two digits the year For example the third week of the year 2010 would have a four digit DOT date of 0310 5 Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following the DOT code are the Tire Identificatio...

Page 296: ...Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction 5 Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches 6 Service Description These characters represent the load index and speed rating of the tire The load index repr...

Page 297: ...not apply to Goodyear LT225 75R16 G949 RSA and Goodyear LT225 75R16 G933 RSD commercial truck tires see the dual tire and single tire maximum load and load range letter designations on the tire sidewall Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in kPa kilopascal or psi pounds per square...

Page 298: ...front axle See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle Kilopascal kPa The metric unit for air pressure Light Truck LT Metric Tire A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles...

Page 299: ...aid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Rim A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead Speed Rating An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion o...

Page 300: ... do not have enough air can result in Tire overloading and overheating which could lead to a blowout Premature or irregular wear Poor handling Reduced fuel economy Overinflated tires or tires that have too much air can result in Unusual wear Poor handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards The Tire and Loading Information label on the vehicle indicates the original equipment tires and th...

Page 301: ...moisture Tire Pressure Monitor System The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by ...

Page 302: ...or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 54 Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Can...

Page 303: ...nformation label and its location Also see Tire Pressure on page 10 52 The TPMS can warn about a low tire pressure condition but it does not replace normal tire maintenance See Tire Inspection on page 10 57 Tire Rotation on page 10 58 and Tires on page 10 43 Notice Tire sealant materials are not all the same A non approved tire sealant could damage the TPMS sensors TPMS sensor damage caused by usi...

Page 304: ...t and DIC message come on and stay on TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code The identification code needs to be matched to a new tire wheel position after rotating the vehicle s tires or replacing one or more of the TPMS sensors Also the TPMS sensor matching process should be performed after replacing a spare tire with a road tire containing the TPMS sensor...

Page 305: ...s been matched to this tire and wheel position 6 Proceed to the passenger side front tire and repeat the procedure in Step 5 7 Proceed to the passenger side rear tire and repeat the procedure in Step 5 8 Proceed to the driver side rear tire and repeat the procedure in Step 5 The horn sounds two times to indicate the sensor identification code has been matched to the driver side rear tire and the T...

Page 306: ...the vehicle has a compact spare tire do not include it in the tire rotation Adjust the front and rear tires to the recommended inflation pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label after the tires have been rotated See Tire Pressure on page 10 52 and Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 54 Check that all wheel...

Page 307: ...ection on page 11 3 and Tire Rotation on page 10 58 Also see Maintenance Schedule on page 11 3 WARNING If the vehicle is operated with a tire that is underinflated the tire can overheat An overheated tire can lose air suddenly or catch fire You or others could be injured Properly inflate all tires including the spare See Tires on page 10 43 and Tire Pressure on page 10 52 for more information on p...

Page 308: ...d be free of grease gasoline or other substances that can deteriorate rubber Parking for an extended period can cause flat spots on the tires that may result in vibrations while driving When storing a vehicle for at least a month remove the tires or raise the vehicle to reduce the weight from the tires Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle The original equipm...

Page 309: ...service center should mount or dismount the tires WARNING Mixing tires of different sizes brands or types may cause loss of control of the vehicle resulting in a crash or other vehicle damage Use the correct size brand and type of tires on all wheels This vehicle may have a different size spare than the road tires originally installed on the vehicle When new the vehicle included a spare tire and w...

Page 310: ...ntrol or All Wheel Drive the performance of these systems can also be affected WARNING If different sized wheels are used there may not be an acceptable level of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected This increases the chance of a crash and serious injury Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for the vehicle and have them properly installed b...

Page 311: ...driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The tracti...

Page 312: ...gnosis Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it Some aluminum wheels can be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel that is needed Each new wheel should have the same load carr...

Page 313: ... chains on the tires of the front axle Tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting the vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage the vehicle For Cutaway models with LT24...

Page 314: ...e the flat tire as soon as possible WARNING Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training If a jack is provided with the vehicle it is designed only for changing a flat tire If it is used for anything else you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack If a jack is provided wi...

Page 315: ...el Block 2 Flat Tire The following information explains how to repair or change a tire Tire Changing Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Equipment needed for a cargo van or a passenger van is in the passenger side rear corner of the vehicle Remove the retaining wing bolt and lift it off of the mounting bracket Equipment needed for a 15 passenger seating arrangement is secured on the rear floor on th...

Page 316: ...ssembly 5 Hoist Shaft 6 Hoist Handle and Extension s 7 Wheel Wrench 1 Assemble the wheel wrench 7 to the hoist handle and the extension s 6 Insert the extension end through the hole in the rear bumper 2 Be sure the extension end connects to the hoist shaft The chiseled end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire 3 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the groun...

Page 317: ...oosen them by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise The wheel nut caps are designed to remain with the center cap Remove the center cap If the wheel has a smooth center piece place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry it out 1 Jack 2 Hoist Handle 3 Extension s 4 Wheel Wrench 5 Jack Handle 1 Do a safety check before proceeding See If a Tire Goes Flat on pag...

Page 318: ...on jacking point is on the rear axle If the exhaust system interferes with the jack location in the rear axle such as in Diesel vehicles place the jack 1 on the rear axle between the axle housing and the shock absorber bracket in order to avoid any interference with the exhaust pipe 2 WARNING Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be b...

Page 319: ...he ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit 6 Remove all the wheel nuts 7 Take the flat tire off of the mounting surface WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When changing a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the Continued WARNING Continued whee...

Page 320: ...to be sure they are WARNING If wheel studs are damaged they can break If all the studs on a wheel broke the wheel could come off and cause a crash If any stud is damaged because of a loose running wheel it could be that all of the studs are Continued WARNING Continued damaged To be sure replace all studs on the wheel If the stud holes in a wheel have become larger the wheel could collapse in opera...

Page 321: ... 12 2 for the wheel nut torque specification 11 Use the wheel wrench to tighten the nuts firmly Turn the wheel wrench clockwise and in a crisscross sequence as shown 12 Put the wheel cover or the center cap and plastic wheel nut caps back on Remove any wheel blocks Have a technician check the wheel nut tightness of all wheels with a torque wrench after the first 160 km 100 mi and then 1 600 km 1 0...

Page 322: ...e wheel wrench to tighten the cable Two clicks mean the tire is up all the way 7 Return the jacking equipment to the proper location Secure the items and replace the jack cover Secondary Latch System This vehicle has an underbody mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system It is designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly falling off the vehicle if the cable holding the sp...

Page 323: ...he cable is not visible start this procedure at Step 6 2 Turn the hoist extension counterclockwise until approximately 15 cm 6 in of cable is exposed 3 Attach the jack handle jack handle extension and wheel wrench to the jack 4 Place the jack under the vehicle ahead of the rear bumper Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire and turn the handle clockwise to rai...

Page 324: ... wheel wrench in the hoist shaft hole in the bumper clockwise to raise the cable back up Have the hoist assembly inspected as soon as you can You will not be able to store a spare or flat tire using the hoist assembly until it has been repaired or replaced To continue changing the flat tire return to Step 4 of Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools under Tire Changing on page 10 67 Full Size Spare...

Page 325: ... has a 12 volt system with a negative ground for jump starting If the other vehicle does not have a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you do not want You would not be able to start your vehicle and the ba...

Page 326: ... present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Do not get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately WARNING Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation If they ...

Page 327: ...step The other end of the negative cable does not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery On your van use the unpainted radio antenna bracket as a remote negative terminal 8 Connect the other end of the negative cable to the negative terminal location on the vehicle with the dead battery On your van...

Page 328: ...rrier or a wheel lift tow truck If a wheel lift tow truck is used the drive wheels cannot contact the road while the vehicle is being towed A wheel dolly must be used to lift all drive wheels off the ground Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motor home see Re...

Page 329: ...ive vehicles should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground Two wheel drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed All Wheel Drive Vehicles The vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground To properly tow these vehicles they should be placed on a platform trailer with all four wheels off the ground Notice Towing an all wheel d...

Page 330: ...If the tow vehicle will not be started or driven for six weeks or more remove the battery cable from the negative terminal post of the battery to prevent the battery from draining while towing Rear Towing Rear Wheels Off the Ground All Wheel Drive Vehicles The vehicle was not designed to be towed with two wheels on the ground To properly tow these vehicles they should be placed on a platform trail...

Page 331: ...hicle well before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely If they are allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting Finish Care Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant wax materials is not recommended If painted surfaces are damaged see your dealer to have the dama...

Page 332: ...ield thoroughly when cleaning the blades Bugs road grime sap and a buildup of vehicle wash wax treatments may cause wiper streaking Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or damaged Damage can be caused by extreme dusty conditions sand salt heat sun snow and ice Weatherstrips Apply silicone grease on weatherstrips to make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Lubricate weatherstr...

Page 333: ...rication Lubricate all key lock cylinders hood hinges liftgate hinges and the steel fuel door hinge unless the components are plastic Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Underbody Maintenance Use plain water to flush dirt and debris from the vehicle s underbody Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can...

Page 334: ...d in the interior Before using cleaners read and adhere to all safety instructions on the label While cleaning the interior maintain adequate ventilation by opening the doors and windows To prevent damage do not clean the interior using the following cleaners or techniques Never use a razor or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface Never use a brush with stiff bristles N...

Page 335: ...moved For solid soils remove as much as possible prior to vacuuming To clean 1 Saturate a clean lint free colorfast cloth with water or club soda Microfiber cloth is recommended to prevent lint transfer to the fabric or carpet 2 Remove excess moisture by gently wringing until water does not drip from the cleaning cloth 3 Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center Rotate...

Page 336: ...st and loose dirt For a more thorough cleaning use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with a mild soap solution Notice Soaking or saturating leather especially perforated leather as well as other interior surfaces may cause permanent damage Wipe excess moisture from these surfaces after cleaning and allow them to dry naturally Never use heat steam spot lifters or spot removers Do not use cleaners th...

Page 337: ...tion and or increased stopping distance which can cause a crash and injury Make sure the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage The original equipment floor mats were designed for the vehicle If the floor mats need replacing it is recommended that GM certified floor mats be purchased Non GM floor mats may not fit properly and may interf...

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Page 339: ...he vehicle if it is sold It is the responsibility of the owner to have all required maintenance performed Your dealer has trained technicians who can perform required maintenance using genuine replacement parts They have up to date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday hours courtesy transportation and online scheduling to assist with...

Page 340: ...ecommended fuel See Recommended Fuel on page 9 42 Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Normal chart The Additional Required Services Severe are for vehicles that are Mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot weather Mainly driven in hilly or mountainous terrain Frequently towing a trailer Used for high speed or competitive driving Used for taxi police ...

Page 341: ...hin 5 000 km 3 000 mi since the last service Reset the oil life system when the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 10 8 Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km 7 500 mi Rotate the tires if recommended for the vehicle and perform the following services See Tire Rotation on page 10 58 Check engine oil level and oil life percentage If needed change engine oil and filter and...

Page 342: ...83 Check starter switch See Starter Switch Check on page 10 29 Check automatic transmission shift lock control function See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check on page 10 29 Check ignition transmission lock See Ignition Transmission Lock Check on page 10 30 Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism See Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check on page 10 30 Che...

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Page 344: ...e works properly Replace as needed 2 Or every four years whichever comes first 3 Do not directly power wash the transfer case output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and should be replaced 4 Or every five years whichever comes first See Cooling System on page 10 15 5 Or every 10 y...

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Page 346: ...t for fraying excessive cracking or damage replace if needed Special Application Services Vehicles with Dual Wheels Check dual wheel nut torque at 160 km 100 mi 1 600 km 1 000 mi and 9 700 km 6 000 mi Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only Lubricate chassis components every 5 000 km 3 000 mi Have underbody flushing service performed once a year Additional Maintenance and Care Your vehicle is an impor...

Page 347: ...cians have access to tools and equipment to inspect the brakes and recommend quality parts engineered for the vehicle Fluids Proper fluid levels and approved fluids protect the vehicle s systems and components See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 for GM approved fluids Engine oil and windshield washer fluid levels should be checked at every fuel fill Instrument cluster lights may co...

Page 348: ...t in the tire Trained dealer technicians can inspect and recommend the right tires Your dealer can also provide tire wheel balancing services to ensure smooth vehicle operation at all speeds Your dealer sells and services name brand tires Vehicle Care To help keep the vehicle looking like new vehicle care products are available from your dealer For information on how to clean and protect the vehic...

Page 349: ...intenance 11 11 Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view Signs of wear include streaking skipping across the windshield and worn or split rubber Trained dealer technicians can check the wiper blades and replace them when needed ...

Page 350: ...equivalent of the proper SAE viscosity grade ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended See Engine Oil on page 10 6 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 16 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 in Canada 89021320 Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional f...

Page 351: ...g lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category GC or GC LB GM Part No 1051344 in Canada 993037 Front and Rear Axle SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant GM Part No 89021677 in Canada 89021678 Transfer Case DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant GM Part No 3634770...

Page 352: ...sel supplement Replacement parts identified below by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 15950115 A3097C Engine Oil Filter 4 3L V6 25010792 PF47 4 8L V8 5 3L V8 6 0L V8 89017524 PF48 Spark Plugs 4 3L V6 12568387 41 101 4 8L V8 5 3L V8 6 0L V8 12621258 41 110 Wiper Blades 56 0 cm 22 in 25949887 ...

Page 353: ...aintenance 11 15 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance receipts Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

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Page 357: ...hield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code identifies the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 for the vehicle s engine code Servic...

Page 358: ...e Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 for more information Application Capacities Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System without Rear Heat 4 3L V6 9 5 L 10 0 qt 4 8L V8 5 3L V8 11 8 L 12 4 qt 6 0L V8 13 1 L 13 8 qt Coo...

Page 359: ...utaway Standard Tank 124 9 L 33 0 gal Passenger and Cargo 117 3 L 31 0 gal 4 039 mm 159 inch wheelbase or 4 496 mm 177 inch wheelbase only Transmission Fluid Pan Removal and Filter Replacement 4 SPD 4L60 E 4 7 L 5 0 qt 6 SPD 6L90 6 0 L 6 3 qt Transfer Case Fluid 1 4 L 1 5 qt Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y 140 ft lb All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as reco...

Page 360: ... Edition 9 25 12 12 4 Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 4 3L V6 X Automatic 1 52 mm 0 060 in 4 8L V8 A Automatic 1 02 mm 0 040 in 5 3L V8 4 Automatic 1 02 mm 0 040 in 6 0L V8 G Automatic 1 02 mm 0 040 in ...

Page 361: ...e 5 1 GMC Savana Owner Manual 2013 2nd Edition 9 25 12 Technical Data 12 5 Engine Drive Belt Routing V6 Engines V8 Engines If the vehicle has a diesel engine see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information ...

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Page 363: ... 13 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording 13 13 OnStar 13 14 Navigation System 13 14 Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 14 Radio Frequency Statement 13 15 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to GMC Normally any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resolved...

Page 364: ...er if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limi...

Page 365: ...ieve our impartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free 1 800 207 0685 or call the General Motors Customer Care Centre 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French or write to Mediation Arbitration Program c o Cus...

Page 366: ...GMC online owner experience is a one stop resource that allows interaction with GMC and keeps important vehicle specific information in one place Membership Benefits E Vehicle Information Download owner manuals and view vehicle specific how to videos G Maintenance Information View maintenance schedules required alerts OnStar onboard vehicle diagnostic information and schedule service appointments ...

Page 367: ...ualified applicants for cost reimbursement of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for the vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift for the vehicle For more information on the limited offer visit www gmmobility com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text Telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Progr...

Page 368: ...of enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station Lock Out Service Service to unlock the vehicle if you are locked out A remote unlock may be available if you have OnStar For security reasons the driver must present identification before this service is given Emergency Tow From a Public Road or Highway Tow to the nearest GMC dealer for warranty service or if the vehicle was in a...

Page 369: ...ocal emergency road service You will receive payment up to 100 after sending the original receipt to Roadside Assistance Mechanical failures may be covered however any cost for parts and labor for repairs not covered by the warranty are the owner responsibility Scheduling Service Appointments When the vehicle requires warranty service contact your dealer and request an appointment By scheduling a ...

Page 370: ...ce parameters of your dealer s area Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If the vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs and public transportation is used instead of your dealer s shuttle service the expense must be supported by original receipts and can only be up to the maximum amount allowed by GM for shuttle service In addition for U S customers should you arrange transportation thro...

Page 371: ... Genuine GM Collision parts are the best choice to ensure that the vehicle s designed appearance durability and safety are preserved The use of Genuine GM parts can help maintain the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty Recycled original equipment parts may also be used for repair These parts are typically removed from vehicles that were total losses in prior crashes In most cases the parts being recyc...

Page 372: ... carrier If the vehicle is leased the leasing company may require you to have insurance that ensures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer OEM parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts Read the lease carefully as you may be charged at the end of the lease for poor quality repairs If a Crash Occurs If there has been an injury call emergency services for help Do not leave the...

Page 373: ... parts even if your insurance coverage does not pay the full cost If another party s insurance company is paying for the repairs you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as the cost stays within rea...

Page 374: ...S funds Reporting Safety Defects 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 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it find...

Page 375: ...72 Detroit MI 48232 5172 In Canada call 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Care Centre Mail Code CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording This vehicle may be equipped with a module that records data in certain crash or near crash like situations such as when an...

Page 376: ...cess or as required by law Data that GM collects or receives may also be used for GM research needs or may be made available to others for research purposes where a need is shown and the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner OnStar If the vehicle is equipped with OnStar and has an active subscription additional data may be collected through the OnStar system This includes informa...

Page 377: ...h Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and with Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 The device may not cause harmful interference 2 The device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to any of these systems by other th...

Page 378: ...Black plate 16 1 GMC Savana Owner Manual 2013 2nd Edition 9 25 12 13 16 Customer Information 2 NOTES ...

Page 379: ...a live Advisor for Emergency Security Navigation Connection and Diagnostic Services The OnStar system status light is next to the OnStar buttons If the status light is Solid Green System is ready Flashing Green On a call Red Indicates a problem Press Q or call 1 888 4ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to speak to an Advisor Press X or to Make a call end a call or answer an incoming call Give OnStar Hands Free ...

Page 380: ... critical information to emergency personnel The Advisor is also trained to offer critical assistance in emergency situations before first responders arrive Security OnStar provides services like Stolen Vehicle Assistance Remote Ignition Block and Roadside Assistance if the vehicle is equipped with these services OnStar can unlock the vehicle doors remotely if it is equipped with automatic door lo...

Page 381: ...s voice commands Get My Destination 1 PressX or System responds OnStar ready then a tone 2 Say Get my destination System responds with address and the distance to the destination then responds with OnStar ready then a tone 3 Say Goodbye Exits voice commands Other Navigation Services Available from OnStar OnStar eNav Allows subscribers to send destinations from MapQuest com to their Turn by Turn Na...

Page 382: ...Say 911 without pausing System responds 911 4 Say Call System responds OK dialing 911 Retrieve My Number 1 Press X or System responds OnStar ready 2 Say My number System responds Your OnStar Hands Free Calling number is End a Call Press X or System responds Call ended Store a Name Tag for Speed Dialing 1 Press X or System responds OnStar ready 2 Say Store System responds Please say the number you ...

Page 383: ...ng account information If OnStar receives information that vehicle ownership has changed OnStar may send a voice message to the vehicle requesting updated account information Reactivation for Subsequent Owners Press Q and follow the prompts to speak to an Advisor as soon as possible after acquiring the vehicle The Advisor will update vehicle records and will explain the OnStar service offers and o...

Page 384: ...in a crash or wireless phone network congestion or jamming See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 15 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 Services for People with Disabilities Advisors provide services to help subscribers with physical disabilities and medical conditions Press Q for help with Locati...

Page 385: ... to help gain access to the vehicle Global Positioning System GPS Obstruction of the GPS can occur in a large city with tall buildings in parking garages around airports in tunnels underpasses or parking garages or in an area with very dense trees If GPS signals are not available the OnStar system should still operate to call OnStar However OnStar could have difficulty identifying the exact locati...

Page 386: ...o the electrical architecture of the vehicle Do not add any electrical equipment See Add On Electrical Equipment on page 9 57 Added electrical equipment may interfere with the operation of the OnStar system and cause it to not operate Privacy The complete OnStar Privacy Statement may be found at www onstar com U S or www onstar ca Canada Privacy sensitive users of wireless communications are cauti...

Page 387: ... Vehicle 3 31 Light On Off 5 15 On Off Light 5 15 On Off Switch 3 23 Passenger Status Indicator 5 16 Readiness Light 5 14 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 30 System Check 3 16 All Wheel Drive 10 26 9 30 AM FM Radio 7 7 Antilock Brake System ABS 9 30 Warning Light 5 21 Appearance Care Exterior 10 83 Interior 10 86 Ashtrays 5 8 Assistance Program Roadside 13 5 Audio Players 7 11 CD 7 11 Audio Sy...

Page 388: ... 10 60 C Calibration 5 4 California Fuel Requirements 9 43 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 10 3 Warning 10 2 Camera Rear Vision 9 38 Canadian Vehicle Owners iii Capacities and Specifications 12 2 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust 9 21 Winter Driving 9 7 Cargo Door Relocking 2 7 Cautions Danger and Warnings iv CD Player 7 11 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 10 35 Chains Tire 10 65 Charging System...

Page 389: ...e Repair Collision 13 9 Danger Warnings and Cautions iv Daytime Running Lamps DRL 6 2 Defensive Driving 9 3 Delayed Locking 2 7 Devices Auxiliary 7 16 Diagnostics OnStar 14 5 Distracted Driving 9 2 Dome Lamps 6 5 Door Ajar Messages 5 30 Cargo Door Relocking 2 7 Delayed Locking 2 7 Locks 2 6 Power Locks 2 7 Rear Doors 2 10 Side 2 8 Sliding 2 9 Drive Belt Routing Engine 12 5 Drive Systems All Wheel ...

Page 390: ...10 20 Power Messages 5 32 Pressure Light 5 23 Running While Parked 9 22 Starting 9 16 Enhanced Technology Glass 2 16 Entry Exit Lighting 6 6 Equipment Towing 9 54 Extender Safety Belt 3 14 Exterior Lamp Controls 6 1 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder 6 2 F Fan Engine 10 21 Fast Idle System 9 18 Filter Engine Air Cleaner 10 14 Flash to Pass 6 2 Flashers Hazard Warning 6 4 Flat Tire 10 65 Changing 10 67 Fl...

Page 391: ... Towing 9 47 Vehicle Care 10 2 Glass Enhanced Technology 2 16 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 13 5 H Halogen Bulbs 10 31 Hazard Warning Flashers 6 4 Head Restraints 3 2 Headlamps 10 32 Aiming 10 31 Automatic 6 3 Bulb Replacement 10 31 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 6 2 Flash to Pass 6 2 High Beam On Light 5 24 High Low Beam Changer 6 2 Heated Mirrors 2 14 Heater Engine 9 18 Heating and Air Conditioni...

Page 392: ...r Cigarette 5 7 Lighting Entry Exit 6 6 Illumination Control 6 5 Lights Airbag On Off 5 15 Airbag Readiness 5 14 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning 5 21 Brake System Warning 5 20 Charging System 5 17 Cruise Control 5 24 Engine Oil Pressure 5 23 Flash to Pass 6 2 High Beam On 5 24 High Low Beam Changer 6 2 Low Fuel Warning 5 23 Safety Belt Reminders 5 14 Security 5 23 StabiliTrak OFF 5 21 Lights con...

Page 393: ...le 5 35 Tire 5 36 Transmission 5 37 Vehicle 5 29 Vehicle Reminder 5 37 Mirrors Convex 2 13 Heated 2 14 Manual 2 13 Manual Rearview 2 14 Power 2 13 Trailer Tow 2 13 Monitor System Tire Pressure 10 53 N Navigation OnStar 14 2 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 14 New Vehicle Break In 9 14 Noise Control System 10 28 O Object Detection System Messages 5 33 Odometer 5 10 Trip 5 10 Off Road Recovery ...

Page 394: ...1 Power Door Locks 2 7 Mirrors 2 13 Outlets 5 7 Protection Battery 6 7 Retained Accessory RAP 9 19 Seat Adjustment 3 2 Steering Fluid 10 22 Windows 2 15 Pregnancy Using Safety Belts 3 14 Privacy Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 14 Program Courtesy Transportation 13 7 Proposition 65 Warning California 10 2 R Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 14 Statement 13 15 Radios AM FM Radio 7 7 Rece...

Page 395: ...tion Tires 10 58 Routing Engine Drive Belt 12 5 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 22 S Safety Belts 3 8 Care 3 15 Extender 3 14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 3 9 Lap Shoulder Belt 3 10 Reminders 5 14 Replacing after a Crash 3 15 Use During Pregnancy 3 14 Safety Defects Reporting Canadian Government 13 13 General Motors 13 13 U S Government 13 12 Safety Locks 2 8 Safety System Check 3 14 Satel...

Page 396: ... Storage Areas Front 4 1 Stuck Vehicle 9 9 Sun Visors 2 17 Swing out Windows 2 16 Switches Airbag On Off 3 23 Symbols iv System Infotainment 7 1 Noise Control 10 28 T Taillamps 10 34 Text Telephone TTY Users 13 4 Theft Deterrent Systems 2 11 Immobilizer 2 11 Time 5 6 Tires Buying New Tires 10 60 Chains 10 65 Changing 10 67 Tires cont d Designations 10 48 Different Size 10 62 Dual Rotation 10 59 Fu...

Page 397: ... 10 62 Using This Manual iii V Vehicle Canadian Owners iii Control 9 3 Identification Number VIN 12 1 Load Limits 9 10 Messages 5 29 Personalization 5 38 Reminder Messages 5 37 Remote Start 2 4 Security 2 11 Towing 10 80 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure 10 52 Vehicle Data Recording 13 13 Ventilation Air 8 7 Visors 2 17 Voltmeter Gauge 5 13 W Warning Brake System Light 5 20 Warning Lights Gauges and Indi...

Page 398: ...Black plate 12 1 GMC Savana Owner Manual 2013 2nd Edition 9 25 12 i 12 INDEX Windshield Wiper Washer 5 3 Winter Driving 9 7 Winter Tires 10 44 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 30 ...

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