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There is an airbag
readiness light on the
instrument panel cluster,
which shows the
airbag symbol.

The system checks the airbag electrical system
for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is
an electrical problem. See

Airbag Readiness

Light on page 224

for more information.

Where Are the Airbags?

The driver’s airbag is in the middle of the
steering wheel.

Содержание 2007 Escalade

Страница 1: ...sal Home Remote System 165 Storage Areas 170 Sunroof 179 Instrument Panel 181 Instrument Panel Overview 184 Climate Controls 212 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 220 Driver Information Center DIC 239 Audio System s 265 Driving Your Vehicle 317 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 318 Towing 372 Service and Appearance Care 389 Service 392 Fuel 395 Checking Things Under the Hood 400 All Wheel D...

Страница 2: ... Appearance Care 492 Vehicle Identification 502 Electrical System 502 Capacities and Specifications 512 Maintenance Schedule 513 Maintenance Schedule 514 Customer Assistance Information 535 Customer Assistance and Information 536 Reporting Safety Defects 552 Index 555 2 ...

Страница 3: ...s sold leave the manual in the vehicle Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle If this is done it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle Pictures a...

Страница 4: ...TION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you do not you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Do Not Do Not do this or Do Not let this happen 4 ...

Страница 5: ...o warning labels on the vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you need help figuring out a specific name of a component gage or indicator reference the f...

Страница 6: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle 6 ...

Страница 7: ...43 Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment 50 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 51 Right Front Passenger Position 51 Center Front Passenger Position 52 Rear Seat Passengers 53 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 56 Safety Belt Pretensioners 59 Safety Belt Extender 59 Child Restraints 60 Older Children 60 Infants and Young Children 63 Child Restraint Systems 67 Where to Put the Restraint 72 Lower Anchors and Te...

Страница 8: ...rain 98 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 98 Passenger Sensing System 100 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 104 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 105 Restraint System Check 106 Checking the Restraint Systems 106 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 107 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems 8 ...

Страница 9: ...rt of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the control up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down The power reclining seatback control is located behind the power seat control on the outboard side of the seats See Power Reclining Seatbacks on page 15 Your vehicle has a memory function which allows seat settings to be saved and recalled See Memory Seat Mirro...

Страница 10: ...old the top of the control To lower the height of the support press and hold the bottom of the control Let go of the control when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of support Your vehicle has a memory function which allows seat settings to be saved and recalled See Memory Seat Mirrors and Pedals on page 13 for more information Keep in mind that as your seating position changes as it may...

Страница 11: ... one for low z Heated Seat and Seatback To heat the entire seat press the bottom button with the heated seat and seatback symbol This symbol will appear on the climate control display to indicate that the feature is on Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings of high medium and low and to turn the heated seat off Indicator bars next to the symbol designate the level of heat selec...

Страница 12: ... indicate that the feature is on Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings of high medium and low and to turn the heated seatback off Indicator bars next to the symbol designate the level of heat selected three for high two for medium and one for low z Heated Seat and Seatback To heat the entire seat press the button with the heated seat and seatback symbol This symbol will appear...

Страница 13: ...er Foldaway Mirrors on page 160 and Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 141 for more information Some mirrors might not function with the memory feature 2 Press and hold button 1 until two beeps sound through the driver s front speaker to let you know that the position has been stored A second seating mirror and throttle and brake pedal position can be programmed by repeating the above ste...

Страница 14: ...moved Then try recalling the memory position again by pressing the appropriate memory button If the memory position is still not recalling see your GM dealer for service Easy Exit Seat The control for this feature is located on the driver s door panel between buttons 1 and 2 With the vehicle in PARK P the exit position can be recalled by pressing the exit button You will hear a single beep The dri...

Страница 15: ...cated on the outboard side of the front seats behind the power seat control To recline the seatback tilt the top of the control rearward To bring the seatback forward tilt the top of the control forward Driver s Seat with Power Seat Control Power Recline and Power Lumbar shown 15 ...

Страница 16: ... lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving Your vehicle h...

Страница 17: ...you push the head restraint down The front seats may have head restraints that also tilt forward and rearward To tilt the head restraint grasp the top of the restraint while pressing the button B located on the right hand side of the head restraint and move it forward or rearward until the desired locking position is reached Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure ...

Страница 18: ...ont Passenger Position on page 52 Rear Seats Heated Seats The rear seats have the heated seat feature the buttons used to control this feature are located on the Rear Seat Audio RSA panel M Heated Seat To heat the seat cushion press the button with the heated seat symbol A heated seat symbol will be shown in the RSA display to indicate that the feature is on Press the button to cycle through the t...

Страница 19: ... entry and exit to the third row seats if your vehicle has them These seats will have either the manual fold and tumble feature or the automatic seat release fold and tumble feature Manual Fold and Tumble Feature Folding and Tumbling the Seat s To fold and tumble the seat do the following 1 Make sure that there is nothing under in front of or on the seat Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety ...

Страница 20: ...n this position creates a flat load floor If the seatback cannot fold flat try moving the front seat forward and or put the front seatback in the upright position 3 Lift the same lever again to release the rear of the seat from the floor The seat will tumble forward 20 ...

Страница 21: ...nd pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked 2 Lift the seatback and push it rearward Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide 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 safe...

Страница 22: ...icle has them do the following 1 Make sure that there is nothing under in front of or on the seat Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 2 Lift the lever s located on the bottom rear of the second row seat s on the inb...

Страница 23: ...ng a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 2 From the front seats press one of the automatic seat release buttons located on the overhead console When accessing the third row seats if your vehicle has them from the outside of the vehi...

Страница 24: ... pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked 2 Lift the seatback and push it rearward Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide 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...

Страница 25: ...them do the following 1 Make sure that there is nothing under in front of or on the seat Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 2 Press the automatic seat release button located on the panel behind the rear doors One p...

Страница 26: ...ur vehicle has them These seats will have either the manual fold and tumble feature or the automatic seat release fold and tumble feature Reclining Seatbacks To recline the seatback do the following 1 Lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat 2 Move the seatback to the desired position then release the lever to lock the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure i...

Страница 27: ... be sure it is locked 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Manual Fold and Tumble Feature Folding and Tumbling the Seat s To fold and tumble the seat do the following 1 Make sure that there is nothing under in front of or on the seat Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts...

Страница 28: ...s position creates a flat load floor If the seatback cannot fold flat try moving the front seat forward and or put the front seatback in the upright position 3 Lift the lever again to release the rear of the seat from the floor The seat will tumble forward 28 ...

Страница 29: ... locked Folding and Tumbling the Seat s from the Third Row Seats CAUTION Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded or folded and tumbled could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place To fold and tumble the seat from the third row seats if your vehicle...

Страница 30: ...s CAUTION Automatically folding and tumbling the seat when someone is sitting in the seat could cause injury to the person sitting there Always make sure there is no one sitting in the seat before pressing the automatic seat release button To fold and tumble the seat do the following 1 Make sure that there is nothing under in front of or on the seat Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts...

Страница 31: ...e seatback and the tumbling of the seat Returning the Seat s to the Sitting Position To return the seat to the sitting position do the following 1 Pull the seat down until it latches to the floor The seatback cannot be raised if the seat is not latched to the floor CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting th...

Страница 32: ...them do the following 1 Make sure that there is nothing under in front of or on the seat Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 2 Press the automatic seat release button located on the panel behind the rear doors One p...

Страница 33: ...ccess the controls for the seat 2 Remove all items on the seat cushion Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 3 Lift the release lever located on the bottom rear of the seatback on the outboard side of the seat and the...

Страница 34: ... and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Tumbling the Third Row Seat The seat can be tumbled forward for additional cargo space To tumble the seat do the following 1 Open the liftgate to access the controls for the seat 2 Make sure the head rests are completely lowered there is nothing under in front of or on the seat and all items are removed from the cupholder and storage bin if the s...

Страница 35: ...iftgate to access the controls for the seat 2 Make sure there is nothing that could become trapped under the seat 3 Release the seat from the tumbled position by lifting the lever located next to the carrying handle at the bottom rear of the seat 4 Pull the seat down until it latches to the floor The seatback cannot be raised if the seat is not latched to the floor 5 Pull up on the seatback until ...

Страница 36: ...e seat wheels out of the vehicle Installing the Third Row Seat To install the seat do the following 1 Open the liftgate to access the rear of the vehicle 2 Slide the front outboard seat wheels into the track on the floor and roll the seat forward The front latches should lock into place If the latches do not lock try tilting the rear of the seat upward slightly 3 Lower the rear of the seat and pus...

Страница 37: ...person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked 6 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide 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 be...

Страница 38: ...ed or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehic...

Страница 39: ... even buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it g...

Страница 40: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 40 ...

Страница 41: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 41 ...

Страница 42: ... upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every airbag system e...

Страница 43: ...How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 60 or Infants and Young Children on page 63 Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you will want to k...

Страница 44: ... latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 59 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Move the shoulder belt height adjuster to the height that is right for you Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safet...

Страница 45: ... under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor 45 ...

Страница 46: ...too loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 46 ...

Страница 47: ...can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 47 ...

Страница 48: ...seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 48 ...

Страница 49: ...d across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 49 ...

Страница 50: ...shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash To move it down squeeze the buttons A on the sides of the height adjuster and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up ju...

Страница 51: ... more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 43 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If yo...

Страница 52: ...e the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 59 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt qui...

Страница 53: ... thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Lap Shoulder Belt All rear seat positions have lap shoulder belts Here is how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back sl...

Страница 54: ...e the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder part The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid u...

Страница 55: ...y belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body To unlatch the belt push the button on the buckle 55 ...

Страница 56: ...When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the second row seat and the third row if your vehicle has one Here is how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 For the second row remove the guide from its storage clip on the interior body Second Row 56 ...

Страница 57: ...ide from its storage pocket on the side of the seat 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide Third Row 57 ...

Страница 58: ... guide on top CAUTION A safety belt 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 and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 58 ...

Страница 59: ...or a rollover Pretensioners work only once If they activate in a crash you will need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 107 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an extender It is fre...

Страница 60: ... and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a c...

Страница 61: ...s Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt can not properly spread the impact forces In a crash the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured A belt must be used by only one person at a time 61 ...

Страница 62: ...e second row center position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide See Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides on page 56 If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child s face or neck you might want to ...

Страница 63: ...nd all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle CAUTION Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and...

Страница 64: ...does not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint 64 ...

Страница 65: ...ystem is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whet...

Страница 66: ...ons for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary because a newborn infant s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restrai...

Страница 67: ...he child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed A a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a...

Страница 68: ... of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields 68 ...

Страница 69: ...raint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle An add on child restraint system is a portable one which is purchased by the vehicle s owner To help reduce injuries an add on child restraint must be secured in the vehicle With built in or add on child restraints the child has to be secured within the child restraint When choosing an add on child restraint be sure the child restraint is desig...

Страница 70: ...belt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 73 for more information A child 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 t...

Страница 71: ...s that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side CAUTION A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Make sure the child is properly secured following the instructions that came with tha...

Страница 72: ...airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusua...

Страница 73: ...restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual When installing a child restraint with a top tether you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be attached using only the top tether and anchor In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a ...

Страница 74: ... with lower attachments B Top Tether Anchor A top tether A C anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle The top tether attachment B on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash 74 ...

Страница 75: ...United States some child restraints also have a top tether Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint If the child restraint does not have a top tether one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations j Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower ...

Страница 76: ...vehicle has one Never install two top tethers using the same top tether anchor For models with 60 40 second row seating the rear right side passenger and center seating positions have exposed metal anchors located in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion For models with second row bucket seats both rear seating positions have exposed metal anchors located in the crease between the s...

Страница 77: ... the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed For models with 60 40 second row seating the top tether anchors are located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion for each seating position in the second row Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Second Row Seat Bucket Second Row...

Страница 78: ...tion Never install two top tethers using the same top tether anchor Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger position or the third row passenger side seating position if your vehicle has a third row seat if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached There is ...

Страница 79: ...cle s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual CAUTION Each top tether anchor and lower anchor in the vehicle is designed to hold only one child restraint Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or o...

Страница 80: ...contact between the child restraint or the LATCH attachment parts and the vehicle s safety belt assembly Folding an empty rear seat with the safety belts secured may cause damage to the safety belt or the seat When removing the child restraint always remember to return the safety belts to their normal stowed position before folding the rear seat 1 Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lo...

Страница 81: ... are using a single tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using does not have a head rest restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using has an adjustable head rest restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether around the head rest restraint If the position you are using has an adjustable head rest...

Страница 82: ... must be anchored If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder port...

Страница 83: ...sh 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 If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 83 ...

Страница 84: ... tether is attached to the top tether anchor disconnect it Unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position CAUTION A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front pas...

Страница 85: ...luding important safety information A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be v...

Страница 86: ...re to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Your vehicle has a right front passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 100 We recommend that rear facing child restraints be secured in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If your child restraint is forward facing move the seat as far...

Страница 87: ... belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 87 ...

Страница 88: ...e child restraint as you tighten the belt You should not be able to pull more of the belt from the retractor once the lock has been set 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 8 If the airbag is off the off indicator will be lit and stay lit when the key is turned to RUN or START If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit turn th...

Страница 89: ...nger Airbag System Your vehicle has a frontal airbag for the driver and a frontal airbag for the right front passenger Your vehicle also has roof mounted rollover airbags designed for either side impact or rollover deployment Roof mounted rollover airbags are available for the driver and the passenger seated directly behind the driver and for the right front passenger and the passenger seated dire...

Страница 90: ...nd near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear crashes or in many side crashes CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued And for some unrestrained occupants frontal airbags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful airbags have provided in the past Roof mounted rollover airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe crashes where something hits t...

Страница 91: ... the third row seat if your vehicle has roof mounted rollover airbags CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infant...

Страница 92: ... the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light on page 224 for more information Where Are the Airbags The driver s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel 92 ...

Страница 93: ...passenger s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The roof mounted rollover airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver is located in the ceiling above the side windows 93 ...

Страница 94: ...enger and the person directly behind that passenger is located in the ceiling above the side windows If your vehicle has a third row seat the roof mounted rollover airbag is located in the ceiling above the rear windows for the outside passenger positions 94 ...

Страница 95: ...te to severe frontal or near frontal crashes But they are designed to inflate only if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold Deployment thresholds take into account a variety of desired deployment and non deployment events and are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants Whether your frontal airbags will ...

Страница 96: ...gs could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle goes straight into the object The frontal airbags driver and right front passenger are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers rear impacts or in many side impacts Your vehicle has a seat position sensor which enables the sensing system to monitor the fore and aft position of the driver s seat Seat position sensors provide in...

Страница 97: ...iving What Makes an Airbag Inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the airbag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash In the case of a roof mounted rollover airbag the sensing system detects that the vehicle is about to roll over or has been in a severe frontal impact The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator which inflates the airbag The inflator airbag and ...

Страница 98: ...ate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s frontal airbags and only in moderate to severe side collisions for roof mounted rollover airbags What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates After a frontal airbag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly that some people may not even realize the airbag inflated Roof mounted rollover airbags deflate more sl...

Страница 99: ...lock and interior lamp controls In many crashes severe enough to inflate an airbag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an airbag inflates you will need some new parts for your airbag system If you do not get them the airbag system will not be there to help p...

Страница 100: ... sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger s seat and safety belt The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the passenger s airbag should be enabled may inflate or not Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat General Motors recommends that ch...

Страница 101: ...the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s airbag if the right front passenger seat is unoccupied the system determines that an infant is present in a rear facing infant seat the system determines that a small child is present in a forward facing child ...

Страница 102: ...he system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger s 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...

Страница 103: ...hing may be wrong with the airbag system If this ever happens have the vehicle serviced promptly because an adult size person sitting in the right front passenger s seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag See Airbag Readiness Light on page 224 for more on this including important safety information 103 ...

Страница 104: ... the passenger sensing system Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle You do not want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system To purchase a service m...

Страница 105: ...d contact Customer Assistance before you modify your vehicle The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 536 Q Because I have a disability I have to get my vehicle modified How can I find out whether this will affect my airbag system A Changing or moving any parts of the fr...

Страница 106: ...hey can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Notice If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s airbag or the side impact airbag covering on the ceiling near the side windows the airbag m...

Страница 107: ...eed to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See the part on the airbag system earlier in this section If the airbags inflate you will also need to replace the driver and front passenger...

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Страница 109: ...nd Operating Your Vehicle 137 New Vehicle Break In 137 Ignition Positions 138 Retained Accessory Power RAP 139 Starting the Engine 139 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 141 Engine Coolant Heater 141 Automatic Transmission Operation 142 Tow Haul Mode 148 Parking Brake 149 Shifting Into Park P 150 Shifting Out of Park P 151 Parking Over Things That Burn 152 Engine Exhaust 153 Running the Engine Wh...

Страница 110: ...6 Storage Areas 170 Glove Box 170 Cupholder s 170 Center Console Storage Area 171 Assist Handles 171 Garment Hooks 171 Luggage Carrier 172 Rear Storage Area 173 Rear Seat Armrest 173 Convenience Net 173 Cargo Cover 174 Cargo Management System 176 Sunroof 179 Section 2 Features and Controls 110 ...

Страница 111: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 111 ...

Страница 112: ...omplies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interferen...

Страница 113: ...y System Operation on page 113 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation The vehicle s doors can be locked and unlocked from about 3 feet 1 m up to 65 feet 20 m away with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter If your vehicle has the remote start feature you can also start your vehicle with the RKE transmitter The ...

Страница 114: ...hicle Customization on page 254 for additional information Pressing the lock button may arm the content theft deterrent system See Content Theft Deterrent on page 133 Unlock Press the unlock button to unlock the driver s door If the button is pressed again within five seconds all remaining doors will unlock The interior lamps will come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned ...

Страница 115: ... turn signal lamps will flash and the horn will sound repeatedly for 30 seconds The alarm will turn off when the ignition is moved to RUN or the alarm button is pressed again The ignition must be in OFF for the panic alarm to work Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each RKE transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a repl...

Страница 116: ...s on page 245 for additional information Notice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in this type of RKE transmitter do the following 1 Use a flat object with a thin edge into the notch located above the metal base and separate the bottom half from the top half of ...

Страница 117: ... sure the cover is on tightly so water will not get in 4 Snap the front and the back of the transmitter together tightly so moisture does not get in 5 Test the operation of the transmitter with the vehicle Remote Vehicle Start Your vehicle may have a remote starting feature This feature allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle It may also start up the vehicle s heating or air con...

Страница 118: ...ote Keyless Entry System on page 112 for additional information Remote Start Press and release the lock button and then press and hold the remote start button to start the vehicle To start the vehicle using the remote start feature do the following 1 Aim the transmitter at the vehicle 2 Press and release the transmitter s lock button then immediately press and hold the transmitter s remote start b...

Страница 119: ...ehicle has been running for five minutes 10 minutes are added allowing the engine to run for 15 minutes The additional ten minutes are considered a second remote vehicle start Once two remote starts or a single remote start with one time extension has been done the vehicle must be started with the key After the key is removed from the ignition the vehicle can be remote started again The vehicle ca...

Страница 120: ...our vehicle from approximately 197 feet 60 m away See your dealer if you would like to add the manufacturer s remote vehicle start feature to your vehicle Doors and Locks Door Locks CAUTION Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the handle will not open it You increase the chance of being throw...

Страница 121: ...s from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use the remote keyless entry RKE transmitter or the key in the driver s door From the inside use the power door locks or manual door locks To lock or unlock the door with the manual locks push down or pull up on the manual lock knob Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the armrest on th...

Страница 122: ...e doors This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition You can program this feature using the Driver Information Center DIC See DELAY DOOR LOCK under DIC Vehicle Customization on page 254 Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle has an automatic lock unlock feature which enables you to program the vehicle s power door locks You can program this feature through the Driver Informa...

Страница 123: ...n the door from the outside To cancel the rear door security lock do the following 1 Unlock the door and open it from the outside 2 Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it so the slot is in the vertical position Lockout Protection This feature protects you from locking the key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition and a front door is open If the driver s side power door loc...

Страница 124: ...ing system to its highest speed with the recirculation mode off That will force outside air into your vehicle See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 212 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way If your vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate disable the power liftgate function See Engine Exhaust on page 153 See ...

Страница 125: ...cup or pull strap as an aid The liftgate or liftglass cannot be opened if the rear wipers are in motion Attempting to open the liftgate or liftglass while the rear wipers are in motion will cause the release of the liftglass or liftgate to delay until the wipers are parked off the liftglass Both the liftglass and liftgate have an electric latch If the battery is disconnected or has low voltage the...

Страница 126: ... check to make sure the area above the liftgate is clear before opening it To open and close the liftgate press and hold the power liftgate button on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter until the liftgate starts moving Press the RKE button a second time during liftgate operation to reverse that operation See Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 113 for more information The liftgate c...

Страница 127: ...and the liftgate support struts have lost pressure the lights will flash and a chime will sound The liftgate will hold open temporarily then slowly close See your dealer for service before using the liftgate Obstacle Detection Features If the liftgate encounters an obstacle during a power open or close cycle a warning chime will sound and the liftgate will automatically reverse direction to the fu...

Страница 128: ...use the pull cup or pull strap to lower the liftgate and close The liftgate latch will power cinch to closed position Always close the liftgate before driving If the RKE button or the power close button on the liftgate is pressed while power operation is disabled the lights will flash three times but the liftgate will not move When driving with the liftgate open the power liftgate should be switch...

Страница 129: ...d the liftglass or liftgate Make sure all other windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the recirculation mode off That will force outside air into your vehicle See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 212 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way If your vehicle is e...

Страница 130: ...atically extend from beneath the vehicle on the side in which the door has been opened Once the door is closed the running boards will automatically move back under the vehicle The vehicle must be stationary for the running boards to extend or retract The switch used to disable the power running boards is located on the center console below the climate control system The running boards cannot be d...

Страница 131: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 131 ...

Страница 132: ...ress down feature that allows the windows to be lowered without holding the switch Press down fully on the window switch then release to activate the express down mode The express down mode can be canceled at any time by pulling up on the switch Window Lockout o Window Lockout The window lockout switch is located with the power window switches on the driver s door armrest This feature prevents the...

Страница 133: ... lift the mirror cover to turn the lamps on Theft Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal Content Theft Deterrent Your vehicle has a content theft deterrent alarm system This is the security light To activate the theft deterrent system d...

Страница 134: ... the theft deterrent system the vehicle should be locked with the door key after the doors are closed Always unlock a door with the RKE transmitter Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm If you set off the alarm by accident turn off the alarm by pressing the unlock button on the RKE transmitter The alarm will not stop if you try to unlock a door any other way Testing the Alarm The a...

Страница 135: ...a radio frequency transponder in the key that matches a decoder in your vehicle PASS Key III Operation Your vehicle has PASS Key III Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key III is a passive theft deterrent system This means you do not have to do anything special to arm or disarm the system It works when you transition the key to RUN ACCESSORY or START from the OFF p...

Страница 136: ...s cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system To program the new additional key do the following 1 Verify that the new key has a 1 stamped on it 2 Insert the original already programmed key in the ignition 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 OFF and remove the key 4 Insert the new key to be progra...

Страница 137: ...e full throttle starts Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this time your new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer o...

Страница 138: ...the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard If none of this works then your vehicle needs service B ACCESSORY This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off Notice Lengthy operation of features such as the radio in the accessory ignition position and the RUN position may drain the battery and prevent your vehicle from starting Do...

Страница 139: ...ft to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm Your vehicle has a Computer Controlled Cranking System This feature assists in starting the engine ...

Страница 140: ...on key to START and hold it there up to 15 seconds When the engine starts let go of the key 2 If your engine still will not start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds When the engine starts let go of the key and accelerator If the vehi...

Страница 141: ...her from your body Your vehicle has a memory function which allows seat settings to be saved and recalled See Memory Seat Mirrors and Pedals on page 13 for more information Engine Coolant Heater Your vehicle may have an engine coolant heater In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually ...

Страница 142: ...mps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you do not it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside temperature the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact your dealer in the area ...

Страница 143: ... on page 150 for more information CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when ...

Страница 144: ...with the wheels To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is...

Страница 145: ... current driving conditions If your vehicle has this feature see Driver Shift Control DSC later in this section Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission If you are stuck do not spin the tires When stopping on a hill use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place Your vehicle has a shift stabilization feature t...

Страница 146: ...e shift controls process shifting may feel different as the transmission determines the best settings When temperatures are very cold the Hydra Matic 6L80 automatic transmission s gear shifting may be delayed providing more stable shifts until the engine warms up Shifts may be more noticeable with a cold transmission This difference in shifting is normal Driver Shift Control DSC Your vehicle has a...

Страница 147: ...ar that can be used However your vehicle can automatically shift to lower gears as it adjusts to driving conditions This means that all gears below that number are available When FIFTH 5 is selected FIRST 1 through FIFTH 5 gears are automatically shifted by the vehicle but SIXTH 6 cannot be used until the plus minus button located on the steering column lever is used to change to the gear The tran...

Страница 148: ... the vehicle has this to enhance the ride when trailering or with a loaded vehicle See Autoride on page 374 Grade Braking Grade Braking assists when driving on a downhill grade It maintains the vehicle s speed by automatically implementing a shift schedule that uses the engine and the transmission to slow the vehicle This reduces wear on the brakes system and increases control of the vehicle The s...

Страница 149: ... brake is applied and the vehicle is moving at least 3 mph 5 km h for at least three seconds To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the bottom edge of the lever located above the parking brake pedal with the parking brake symbol to release the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released the brake system warning light will go off Notice Drivin...

Страница 150: ...arking brake 2 Move the shift lever into the PARK P position by pulling the shift lever toward you and moving it up as far as it will go 3 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with th...

Страница 151: ...K P properly before you leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shifting Into Park P on page 150 When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of PARK P before you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission then you will be able to pull the shif...

Страница 152: ...Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Do not park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn 152 ...

Страница 153: ... vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system has been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO...

Страница 154: ...garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 360 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You o...

Страница 155: ...n and dims only during nighttime driving Compass Operation AUTO 3 Press and hold the auto highbeam button for approximately three seconds to turn the compass temperature display on or off When the ignition and the display features are on the display will show two character boxes for about two seconds After two seconds the mirror will display the compass heading and temperature Compass Calibration ...

Страница 156: ...is not adjusted to account for zone changes the compass could give false readings To adjust for zone changes do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the zone map that follows 2 Press and hold the auto highbeam button approximately six seconds until a zone number appears in the display 3 Once the zone number appears in the display press the auto highbeam button qui...

Страница 157: ... glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar Compass and Temperature Display Your vehicle has this feature When on the automatic dimming mirror dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark The mirror has a dual display in the upper right...

Страница 158: ...display will return If an abnormal temperature reading is displayed for an extended period of time please see your GM dealer Under certain circumstances a delay in updating the temperature is normal Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation The automatic dimming mirror function is turned on automatically each time the ignition is started To operate the automatic dimming mirror do the following 1 Make sur...

Страница 159: ...not adjusted to account for compass variance the compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press and hold the on off button until a Z and a zone number appears in the display The compass is now in zone mode 3 Keep pressing the on off button until the desired zone number appears...

Страница 160: ...displayed push the on off button for approximately 12 seconds or until CAL is displayed The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liqui...

Страница 161: ...ing They are accidentally manually folded unfolded The mirrors will not stay in the unfolded position The mirrors shake and flutter at normal driving speeds To reset the power foldaway mirrors fold and unfold them one time using the mirror controls This will reset them to their normal position This mirror has the following features Automatic Dimming The driver s outside mirror will adjust for the ...

Страница 162: ...r them of ice snow and condensation See Rear Window Defogger under Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 212 for more information Convex Mirror The passenger s side mirror may have convex glass A convex mirror s surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharp...

Страница 163: ... contact Roadside Service for you A complete OnStar Owner s Guide and the Terms and Conditions of the OnStar Subscription Service Agreement are included in the vehicle s OnStar Subscriber Information packet located in your vehicle For more information visit www onstar com or www onstar ca contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or press the OnStar button to speak with an OnStar advisor 24 ...

Страница 164: ...ng is fully integrated into the vehicle and may be used with Pre Paid Minute Packages or linked to a cell phone through OnStar Shared Minutes Plan To find out more refer to the OnStar Owner s Guide visit www onstar com or www onstar ca or speak with an OnStar advisor by pressing the OnStar button or calling 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 OnStar Virtual Advisor Your vehicle may have Virtual Advisor ...

Страница 165: ...ontrol wait for the number please response say the number s to be dialed wait for the number s to be repeated and then say dial See the OnStar Owner s Guide for more information Universal Home Remote System The Universal Home Remote System a combined universal transmitter and receiver provides a way to replace up to three hand held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators garag...

Страница 166: ... not use the Universal Home Remote with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 If you have a newer garage door opener with rolling codes please be sure to follow Steps 6 through 8 to complete the programming of your Universal Home Remote Transmitter Read the instructions completely before at...

Страница 167: ...and do not repeat this step to program a second and or third hand held transmitter to the remaining two Universal Home Remote buttons 2 Position the end of your hand held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches 3 to 8 cm away from the Universal Home Remote buttons while keeping the indicator light in view 3 Simultaneously press and hold both the desired Universal Home Remote button and the hand held trans...

Страница 168: ...ver motor head unit Locate the Learn or Smart button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor head unit 7 Firmly press and release the Learn or Smart button The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer You will have 30 seconds to start Step 8 8 Return to the vehicle Firmly press and hold the programmed Universal Home Remote button for two secon...

Страница 169: ...sal Home Remote The Universal Home Remote indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 4 under Programming Universal Home Remote to complete Using Universal Home Remote Press and hold the appropriate Universal Home Remote button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons...

Страница 170: ...For additional information on Universal Home Remote see Customer Assistance Offices on page 540 Storage Areas Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle upward Use the key to lock and unlock Cupholder s Your vehicle is equipped with cupholders for the front and rear passengers The cupholders are located in the center console for the front passengers and on the rear of the cen...

Страница 171: ...he front of the console lid The console may be equipped with an accessory power outlet inside See Accessory Power Outlet s on page 210 The rear of the console also has a cupholder that swings down for the rear seat passengers to use Assist Handles Your vehicle is equipped with assist handles to be used when getting out of the vehicle They are located above the rear passenger doors Pull down to use...

Страница 172: ...aving check now and then to make sure the luggage and cargo are still securely fastened Be sure the cargo is properly loaded If small heavy objects are placed on the roof place the load in the area over the rear wheels behind the rear side door on extended models If you need to cut a piece of 3 8 inch plywood to fit inside the crossrails and siderails to spread the load If plywood is used tie it t...

Страница 173: ... Rear Seat Armrest Your vehicle s second row seat may have an armrest storage compartment Pull the loop at the top of the armrest out to lower the armrest To open the compartment if equipped push the button on the front of the armrest and pull the top open Convenience Net The convenience net if equipped in the rear of your vehicle helps to keep small loads in place during sharp turns or quick stop...

Страница 174: ... the cover handle toward the rear of the vehicle 2 Latch the cover posts into the retaining sockets on the cargo area trim panels To return the cover to the retracted position do the following 1 Pull up on the cover handle to release the cover posts from the retaining sockets 2 Let the cover move forward to the full retracted position To remove the cover from a regular wheelbase model do the follo...

Страница 175: ...aps in this will allow the cover to fit into the trim slot 5 Lightly pull on the cover holder to make sure it is secure On the extended wheelbase models there are two cover positions The slots furthest forward allow the cover to be used if the third seat is removed or folded down The cover can be installed and removed from either side Cargo Tie Downs Your vehicle may be equipped with cargo tie dow...

Страница 176: ...llers on each side The system will be equipped with either a release lever located in the middle handle or a tab located on the side These engage and disengage a locator pin These are used in adjusting and positioning the system The cargo management system can be positioned on the upper or lower horizontal guides To adjust the system from the upper guide to the lower guide do the following 1 Squee...

Страница 177: ...ront rollers are lined up with the vertical curved guides 4 Push down on the rear of the system and raise the front rollers up the vertical curved guides 5 Push the system forward until all three sets of rollers are resting on the guides and release the lever or tab 6 Push the system forward until the locator pin reaches the locator hole The cargo management system can be pulled out and used as a ...

Страница 178: ...keep the sides of the storage system stationary allowing it to stay upright Inside the system are two removable dividers To remove unhook the loops at the ends of each divider When not in use slide the hinge covers back and the storage system will fold back down Press down on the storage cover to lock it into place On the opposite side of the system are two cupholders 178 ...

Страница 179: ...of press and hold the front of the driver s side switch until the sunroof reaches the desired position The sunshade will open automatically with the sunroof but can also be opened manually When the sunroof is opened an air deflector will automatically raise The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed Express Open Express Close To express open the sunroof fully press and release the r...

Страница 180: ...is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing the anti pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof from closing at the point of the obstruction The sunroof will then open halfway and the air deflector will raise To close the sunroof once it has re opened refer to the Express Close or Manual Close functions described previously If the sunroof is in the vent position and there is a...

Страница 181: ...em 203 Fog Lamps 204 Instrument Panel Brightness 204 Dome Lamps 204 Dome Lamp Override 205 Entry Lighting 205 Exit Lighting 205 Reading Lamps 205 Battery Run Down Protection 205 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA 206 Accessory Power Outlet s 210 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 211 Analog Clock 211 Climate Controls 212 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 212 Outlet Adjustment 217 Rear Air Condit...

Страница 182: ...n Light 237 Tow Haul Mode Light 238 Fuel Gage 238 Low Fuel Warning Light 239 Driver Information Center DIC 239 DIC Operation and Displays 240 DIC Warnings and Messages 245 DIC Vehicle Customization 254 Audio System s 265 Setting the Time 267 Radio with CD and DVD 268 XM Radio Messages 297 Navigation Radio System 299 Rear Seat Entertainment System 299 Rear Seat Audio RSA 310 Theft Deterrent Feature...

Страница 183: ... NOTES 183 ...

Страница 184: ...Instrument Panel Overview United States version shown Canada similar 184 ...

Страница 185: ...StabiliTrak System on page 326 Rear Park Aid Disable Button See Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA on page 206 K Tilt Wheel Lever See Tilt Wheel on page 187 L Exterior Lamps Control See Exterior Lamps on page 197 M Dome Lamp Override Button See Dome Lamp Override on page 205 N Cruise Control Buttons See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 313 O Horn See Horn on page 186 P Audio Steering Wheel C...

Страница 186: ...what ignition position the key is in and even if the key is not in the ignition Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m ...

Страница 187: ...the steering wheel and pull the lever Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place Heated Steering Wheel Your vehicle may have a heated steering wheel The button for this feature is located on the left side of the steering wheel Press the button to turn the heated steering wheel on or off A light on the button will display while the featur...

Страница 188: ...93 Z Rear Wiper See Rear Window Wiper Washer on page 193 Rear Wiper Wash See Rear Window Wiper Washer on page 193 Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward for right and two downward for left positions These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically To ...

Страница 189: ...hen you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and a blown fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 503 Turn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left on for more than 3 4 of a mile 1 2 km a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal and the message TURN SIGNAL ON will also appear in the DIC To turn the chime and message off move the turn signal lever to the off position Headlamp Hig...

Страница 190: ...shield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it 8 Mist For a single wiping cycle turn the band to mist Hold it there until the wipers start Then let go The wipers will stop after one wipe If you want more wipe cycles hold the band on mist longer N Delay You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wiping cycles This can be very useful in light rain or snow Turn the b...

Страница 191: ... select the higher settings for fewer wipes select the lower settings located closer to the off position on the multifunction lever The rainsensor will automatically control the frequency of the wipes from off to high speed according to the weather conditions The wipers can be left in a Rainsense mode even when it is not raining When Rainsense II is active the headlamps will turn on automatically ...

Страница 192: ...limate controls Push the heated washer fluid button while the ignition is turned on to activate the heated windshield washer fluid system The indicator light will flash This activation will initiate four heated wash wipe cycles The first heated wash wipe cycle may take up to 40 seconds to occur depending on outside temperature After the first wash wipe cycle it may take up to 20 seconds for each o...

Страница 193: ...r wiper delay slide the lever to this setting Z Rear Wiper To turn on the rear wiper slide the lever to this setting Rear Wiper Wash To turn on the rear wiper wash push the button on the end of the turn signal multifunction lever to spray washer fluid on the rear window The wipers will clear the rear window and either stop or return to your preset speed For more washer cycles press and hold the bu...

Страница 194: ...elerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h When you apply your brakes cruise control is turned off If your vehicle has the StabiliTrak system and begins to limit wheel spin while you are using cruise control the cruise control will automatically disengage See StabiliTrak System on page 326 When road conditions allow you to safely u...

Страница 195: ...uid level is low The cruise control light on the instrument panel cluster will come on after the cruise control has been set to the desired speed CAUTION If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise contro...

Страница 196: ...ired speed then release it To increase vehicle speed in small increments press the RES button Each time you do this you will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control To reduce your speed while using cruise control Press and hold the SET button on the steering wheel until the desired lower speed is reached then release it To slow down in very small amounts press the ...

Страница 197: ...s find this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to end cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal Press the cancel button on the steering wheel Press the On Off button on the steering wheel Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory is erased Exterior L...

Страница 198: ...osition AUTO Automatic Turn the control to this position to set the headlamps to automatically turn on at normal brightness together with the following Parking Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Taillamps License Plate Lamps Parking Lamps Turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps together with the following Instrument Panel Lights Taillamps License Plate Lamps 2 Headlamps Turn the ...

Страница 199: ... know the system has been turned on Once the system has been turned on it will remain on each time the vehicle is started Additionally the IntellliBeam system must be enabled To enable the IntellliBeam system turn the exterior lamp control to AUTO with the turn signal multifunction lever in its neutral position The High Beam On Light will appear on the instrument panel cluster when the high beams ...

Страница 200: ...e high beams if the system cannot detect other vehicle s lamps because of any of the following The others vehicle s lamp s are missing damaged obstructed from view or otherwise undetected The other vehicle s lamp s are covered with dirt snow and or road spray The other vehicle s lamp s cannot be detected due to dense exhaust smoke fog snow road spray mist or other airborne obstructions Your vehicl...

Страница 201: ... To re enable IntellliBeam press the IntellliBeam button on the mirror A different sensitivity setting is available for dealer diagnostics This is done by pushing and holding this button for 20 seconds until the IntellliBeam indicator light flashes three times If you accidentally activate this the vehicle s setting will automatically be reset each time the ignition is turned off and then on again ...

Страница 202: ...rs to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional DRL are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system will come on when the following conditions are met The ignition is on The exterior lamps control is in AUTO The light sens...

Страница 203: ...atic headlamp systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay If you start your vehicle in a dark garage the automatic headlamp system will come on immediately Once you leave the garage it will take approximately...

Страница 204: ...e on along with the fog lamps Instrument Panel Brightness D Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights The knob for this feature is located next to the headlamp control Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights Turn the knob clockwise to return the instrument panel cluster or radio displa...

Страница 205: ...n is pressed in the lamps will not come on Exit Lighting With exit lighting the interior lamps will come on when you remove the key from the ignition They will turn off automatically in 20 seconds The lights will not come on if the dome override button is pressed in Reading Lamps If your vehicle has reading lamps press the button located next to the lamp to turn it on or off Your vehicle may also ...

Страница 206: ... to detect the distance to the object CAUTION Even with the Ultrasonic Rear Park Assist system the driver must check carefully before backing up The system does not operate above speeds of 5 mph 8 km h The system does not detect objects more than 8 feet 2 5 meters behind the vehicle This detection distance limit may be reduced during warm weather or high humidity Also the system does not detect ob...

Страница 207: ...splay will also be lit if the vehicle is in REVERSE R If the vehicle has a DIC PARKING ASSIST OFF will display URPA automatically turns back on each time the vehicle is started How the System Works When the shift lever is moved into REVERSE R the rear display will briefly come on to let you know the display is operating correctly URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into REVER...

Страница 208: ... flashing When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly If the URPA system will not activate due to a temporary condition the message PARKING ASSIST OFF will be displayed on the DIC and a red light will be shown on the rear URPA display when the shift lever is moved into REVERSE R This occurs under the following conditions The driver disables the system See DIC Operation and Displays on page 240 ...

Страница 209: ... other mechanical devices that interfere with URPA performance When URPA is disabled without driver action and the driver attempts to turn URPA back on using the Driver Information Center DIC the PARKING ASSIST ON option will not be selectable if the necessary conditions stated above for normal system operation are not met As always drivers should use care when backing up a vehicle Always look beh...

Страница 210: ...r for additional information on the accessory power plugs The accessory power outlets are powered even with the ignition off Continuing to use power outlets while the ignition is off may cause the vehicle s battery to run down Notice Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should The repairs would not be covered by your warranty D...

Страница 211: ...olding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating will not allow the lighter to back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from overheating may occur to the lighter or heating element or a fuse could be blown Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating Analog Clock The analog clock is located on the instrument panel above the radio The clock is not connected with any other...

Страница 212: ...low through the system as the vehicle is moving forward unless it is set to recirculation mode See Recirculation later in this section Turn the knob counterclockwise or clockwise to lower or increase the cabin temperature The display will show the temperature setting decreasing or increasing Passenger s Side Temperature Knob The passenger s side knob can be used to change the temperature of the ai...

Страница 213: ...r conditioning operation and air inlet will be automatically controlled The air conditioning compressor will run when the outside temperature is over about 40 F 4 C The air inlet will normally be set to outside air If it is hot outside the air inlet may automatically switch to recirculate inside air to help quickly cool down your vehicle The light on the button will come on in recirculation 2 Set ...

Страница 214: ...down arrows on the fan switch the defrost button the AUTO button driver s side temperature knob or the air conditioning button to turn the system on when it is off Manual Operation You may manually adjust the air delivery mode or fan speed y9z Fan The switch with the fan symbol allows you to manually adjust the fan speed Press the up arrow to increase fan speed and the down arrow to decrease fan s...

Страница 215: ...tion Press this button to turn the recirculation mode on When the button is pressed an indicator light will come on This mode keeps outside air from entering the vehicle It can be used to reduce outside air and odors from entering your vehicle Recirculation may also help cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly once the temperature inside the vehicle is less than the outside temperature The r...

Страница 216: ...a small amount of water dripping underneath your vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine This is normal Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of the windows is a result of high humidity moisture condensing on the cool window glass This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield Use the defog mode ...

Страница 217: ...dow Do not adhere anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass These actions may damage the rear defogger Repairs would not be covered by your warranty Outlet Adjustment Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of your instrument panel to direct the airflow Operation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heate...

Страница 218: ...em on in a mimic mode In this mode the airflow in the rear will be approximately the same direction temperature and fan speed as the front Pressing the AUX button again will turn the rear system and the indicator off If the rear controls are adjusted the system will enter a rear independent mode Airflow in the rear will then be directed according to the settings of rear controls The rear system ca...

Страница 219: ...r seat audio control panel allows you to manually adjust the fan speed To decrease airflow press the button with the fan and down arrow symbol Pressing the fan up button when the system is off will turn the system on The air delivery mode will remain under automatic control To turn the rear system off keep pressing the button with the fan and down arrow symbol Increase Decrease Temperature These b...

Страница 220: ...u know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages show...

Страница 221: ...is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going about how much fuel you have and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically United States version shown Canada similar 221 ...

Страница 222: ...ge can be checked without the vehicle running Simply press the trip stem on the instrument panel cluster If your vehicle ever needs a new odometer installed the new one will be set to the correct mileage total of the old odometer Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero For more information see Trip Odometer unde...

Страница 223: ...on See Passenger Sensing System on page 100 for more information Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the key is turned to RUN or START a chime will sound for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt This would only occur if the passenger airbag is enabled See Passenger Sensing System on page 100 for more information The passenger safety belt ...

Страница 224: ... ready If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the airbag system may not be working properly The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate w...

Страница 225: ...enger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger s frontal airbag is enabled may inflate CAUTION If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger s seat it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger s frontal airbag A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or k...

Страница 226: ... is off If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 100 for more on this including important safety information If after several seconds all status indicator lights remain on or if there are no lights at all there may be a problem wit...

Страница 227: ...cate that you have problems with the generator the generator drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this light is on could drain your battery When this light comes on the DIC will also display the SERVICE BATTERY NOT CHARGING SYSTEM message See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 245 for more information If you must drive a short distance with the light on ...

Страница 228: ...on and a chime sounds there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light may also come on due to low brake fluid See Brakes on page 429 for more information This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are drivi...

Страница 229: ... on or comes on when you are driving your vehicle needs service You will also hear a chime sound when the light is on steady If the regular brake system warning light is not on you still have brakes but you do not have anti lock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on you do not have anti lock brakes and there is a problem with your regular brakes In addition to both lights you...

Страница 230: ...is light will also flash when the StabiliTrak system is active If the StabiliTrak system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your vehicle needs service See StabiliTrak System on page 326 for more information Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves towards the shaded in therm...

Страница 231: ...ECK TIRE PRESSURE DIC message will accompany the light Stop and check your tires as soon as it is safe to do so If underinflated inflate to the proper pressure See Tires on page 450 for more information This light will flash for 60 seconds and then turn on solid if a problem is detected with the Tire Pressure Monitor system See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 458 for more information 231 ...

Страница 232: ... technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after awhile your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel syst...

Страница 233: ...ce may be required If the Light is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle Reducing vehicle speed Avoiding hard accelerations Avoiding steep uphill grades If you are towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flas...

Страница 234: ...ould turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 395 Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditio...

Страница 235: ...Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD on board diagnostic system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control ...

Страница 236: ...t tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure This light will come on briefly when you start your engine That is a check to be sure the light works If it does not come on be sure to have it fixed so it will be there to warn you if something goes wrong When the light comes on and stays on it means that oil is not flowing through your engine properly You could be low on oil a...

Страница 237: ...mes on whenever the parking lamps are on See Exterior Lamps on page 197 for more information Cruise Control Light This light comes on whenever you set your cruise control The light will go out when the cruise control is disengaged See Cruise Control on page 194 for more information Highbeam On Light This light will come on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer ...

Страница 238: ... fuel and you should get more fuel as soon as possible Here are some situations you may experience with your fuel gage None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gage At the gas station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took...

Страница 239: ... Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center DIC The DIC displays information about your vehicle It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected The DIC also allows some features to be customized See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 254 for more information All messages will appear in the DIC display located in the center of the instrument panel cluster The DIC comes on when th...

Страница 240: ...nder DIC Vehicle Customization on page 254 for more information DIC Buttons The buttons are the trip fuel vehicle information 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 odometer fuel range average economy fuel used timer and transmission temperature T Vehicle Information Press this button t...

Страница 241: ...e trip odometer The trip odometer can be reset to zero by pressing the set reset button while the trip odometer is displayed Fuel Range Press the trip fuel button until FUEL RANGE displays This display shows the approximate number of remaining miles mi or kilometers km the vehicle can be driven without refueling The display will show LOW if the fuel level is low The fuel range estimate is based on...

Страница 242: ...his display can be used as a timer To start the timer press the set reset button 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 DIC The timer will record up to 99 hours 59 minutes and 59...

Страница 243: ...recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual See Scheduled Maintenance on page 517 for more information Remember you must reset the OIL LIFE display yourself after each oil change It will not reset itself Also be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE display 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...

Страница 244: ...ust re learn the tire positions To re learn the tire positions see Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 458 See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 463 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 245 for more information Relearn Remote Key This display allows you to match remote keyless entry transmitters to your vehicle To match a remote keyless entry transmitter to your vehicle do the following 1 Pre...

Страница 245: ...ble messages that can be displayed and some information about them CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message will display when the engine oil needs to be changed When you change the engine oil be sure to reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message See Engine Oil Life System on page 406 for information on how to reset the message This message will clear itself after 10 seconds until the next ignition cycle ...

Страница 246: ...obstructions and close the door again Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC ENGINE HOT A C Air Conditioning TURNED OFF This message will display when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 230 To avoid added strain on a hot engine the air conditioning compressor automatically turns off When the coolant temp...

Страница 247: ...n See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 230 See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 421 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE Notice If you drive your vehicle while the engine is overheating severe engine damage may occur If an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and or DIC stop the vehicle as soon as pos...

Страница 248: ...a chime will sound Refuel as soon as possible See Fuel Gage on page 238 and Fuel on page 395 for more information HOOD OPEN If the hood is not fully closed this message will display and a chime will sound Stop and turn off the vehicle check the hood for obstructions and close the hood again Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN If the driver s side rear door is n...

Страница 249: ...en turned off Press the set reset button to acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display To turn the URPA system back on see Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA on page 206 PASSENGER DOOR OPEN If the passenger s door is not fully closed and the vehicle is in a drive gear this message will display and a chime will sound Stop and turn off the vehicle check the door for obstructions and...

Страница 250: ...System on page 89 for more information SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM On some vehicles if there is a problem with the battery charging system this message will display Under certain conditions the battery warning light may also turn on in the instrument panel cluster See Charging System Light on page 227 Driving with this problem could drain the battery Turn off all unnecessary accessories Have t...

Страница 251: ...sage displays it means there may be a problem with the StabiliTrak system If you see this message try to reset the system Stop turn off the engine for at least 15 seconds then start the engine again If this message still comes on it means there is a problem You should see your GM dealer for service The vehicle is safe to drive however you do not have the benefit of StabiliTrak so reduce your speed...

Страница 252: ... message is displayed the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly See your GM dealer for service See StabiliTrak System on page 326 for more information STABILITRAK OFF If your vehicle has StabiliTrak this message will display when you turn off StabiliTrak or when the stability control has been automatically disabled To limit wheel spin and realize the full benefits of the...

Страница 253: ...le s fuel cap is not tightened properly this message may display along with the check engine light on the instrument panel cluster See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 232 Reinstall the fuel cap fully See Filling the Tank on page 398 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmo...

Страница 254: ... the vehicle and let it idle to allow the transmission to cool This message will clear and the chime will stop when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level TURN SIGNAL ON If a turn signal is left on for 3 4 of a mile 1 2 km this message will display and a chime will sound Move the turn signal multifunction lever to the off position WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID If the washer fluid level is low thi...

Страница 255: ...than English has been set This feature allows you to change the language in which the DIC messages appear to English Press the customization button until the PRESS V TO DISPLAY IN ENGLISH screen appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to display all DIC messages in English DISPLAY LANGUAGE This feature allows you to select the language in which the DIC messages will appear Press...

Страница 256: ...d out of PARK P AT VEHICLE SPEED The doors will automatically lock when the vehicle speed is above 8 mph 13 km h for three seconds NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain Choose one of the available settings and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it AUTO DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you to select whether or not to turn ...

Страница 257: ...more information Press the customization button until REMOTE DOOR LOCK appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings OFF There will be no feedback when you press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter LIGHTS ONLY The exterior lamps will flash when you p...

Страница 258: ...et reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it DELAY DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select whether or not the locking of the vehicle s doors and liftgate will be delayed When locking the doors and liftgate with the power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter and a door or the liftgate is open this feature will delay locking the doors and liftgate until five ...

Страница 259: ...UTE The exterior lamps will stay on for one minute 2 MINUTES The exterior lamps will stay on for two minutes NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain Choose one of the available settings and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it APPROACH LIGHTING This feature allows you to select whether or not to have the exterior lights t...

Страница 260: ...omization button to scroll through the following settings OFF default The Intellibeam system will be turned off ON The Intellibeam system will be turned on NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain Choose one of the available settings and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it CHIME VOLUME This feature allows you to select th...

Страница 261: ...MIRROR The passenger s outside mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE R BOTH MIRRORS The driver s and passenger s outside mirrors will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE R NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain Choose one of the available settings and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the ...

Страница 262: ...ORY SEAT RECALL This feature allows you to select your preference for the remote memory seat recall feature See Memory Seat Mirrors and Pedals on page 13 for more information Press the customization button until MEMORY SEAT RECALL appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following se...

Страница 263: ... be enabled NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain Choose one of the available settings and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it DISPLAY DIGITAL SPEED This feature allows you to enable or disable the digital speedometer on the DIC Press the customization button until DISPLAY DIGITAL SPEED appears on the DIC display Press...

Страница 264: ...able settings and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS This feature allows you to exit the feature settings menu Press the customization button until PRESS V TO EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS appears in the DIC display Press the set reset button once to exit the menu If you do not exit pressing the customization button again will return you to the b...

Страница 265: ...ing your favorite radio stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Then when driving conditions permit you can tune to your favorite stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them CAUTION This system provides you with a far greater access to audio stations and song listings Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving can cause a crash an...

Страница 266: ... units If sound equipment can be added it is very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added Notice The chime signals related to safety belts parking brake and other functions of your vehicle oper...

Страница 267: ...le Radio Display Keys under Radio with CD and DVD on page 268 for more information on configuring the keys Setting the Date 1 Press the tune select knob the right knob to enter the main menu 2 Turn the tune select knob until SET DATE appears on the display 3 Press the tune select knob to select SET DATE 4 Turn the tune select knob to adjust the date 5 Press the tune select knob to update the time ...

Страница 268: ...d the display will change to the auxiliary source if your vehicle has this feature or stay on the radio Vehicle Noise Compensation Your vehicle has a Bose audio system It includes Bose AudioPilot noise compensation technology When turned on AudioPilot continuously adjusts the audio system equalization to compensate for background noise so that your music always sounds the same at the set volume le...

Страница 269: ...ges of the music To turn AudioPilot off press the tune sel knob to enter the main menu turn the tune sel knob until VNC AUDIOPILOT appears and press the tune sel knob The X in the box will disappear when it is turned off For additional information on AudioPilot please visit www bose com Finding a Station BAND Press this button to select AM FM1 FM2 or XM1 or XM2 if equipped w Tune Turn this knob to...

Страница 270: ...e main menu 2 Turn the tune sel knob until SEEK LOCAL or SEEK DISTANT appears on the display 3 Press the tune sel knob to select either LOCAL or DISTANT 4 Press the BACK F6 button to exit the display To return to the original display repeatedly press the BACK F6 button or wait for the display to time out To search for stations press the single arrow buttons If the system is set to LOCAL SEEK will ...

Страница 271: ...or that preset station AUTOSTORE PRESETS To set the preset stations automatically perform the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press BAND to select AM FM1 or FM2 3 Press the tune sel knob to enter the main menu 4 Turn the tune sel knob until AUTOSTORE PRESETS appears on the display 5 Press the tune sel knob to select AUTOSTORE will appear on the display The radio will automatically search the...

Страница 272: ...ly press the BACK F6 button or wait for the display to time out Follow the manual or automatic steps previously listed for setting the preset pushbuttons for both home and away Setting the Tone Bass Midrange Treble To adjust the bass midrange and treble perform the following steps 1 Press the tune sel knob to enter the main menu 2 Turn the tune sel know until BASS MID TREBLE appears on the display...

Страница 273: ...t to EQ0 Normal EQ1 Pop EQ2 Rock EQ3 Jazz EQ4 Talk and EQ5 Country Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade To adjust the balance or fade perform the following steps 1 Press the tune sel knob to enter the main menu 2 Turn the tune sel knob until BALANCE FADER appears on the display 3 Press the tune sel knob to enter the tone settings 4 Press the tune sel knob to scroll to BALANCE or FADER 5 Turn the tu...

Страница 274: ...est sound quality for all seating positions Centerpoint Select this setting to enable Bose Centerpoint Centerpoint signal processing gives surround sound listening for a CD MP3 or a DVD stereo audio source Centerpoint delivers five independent audio channels from conventional stereo recordings Rear Select this setting to adjust the audio for the rear seat passengers to receive the best possible so...

Страница 275: ...ears on the display 3 Press the tune sel knob to select INFO The display will change to show the additional XM information 4 Press the BACK F6 button to exit the display To return to the original display repeatedly press the BACK F6 button or wait for the display to time out Radio Data System RDS The audio system has a Radio Data System RDS RDS features are available for use only on FM stations th...

Страница 276: ...inal station when the announcement is finished ALERT will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supported by all RDS stations MSG Message If the current RDS station has a message MSG will appear on the display The message may display the artist song title call in phone numbers etc If the entire message does not appear on the display parts of the message wil...

Страница 277: ...seeking and TA will appear on the display If no station is found that broadcasts traffic announcements No Traffic will appear on the display The radio will play traffic announcements if the volume is low The radio will interrupt the play of a CD or DVD if the last tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements To turn TA on or off perform the following steps 1 Press the tune sel knob to enter the ...

Страница 278: ... is activated the PTYs will appear on the display above the pushbuttons in place of the preset stations if programmed Press the pushbutton for the desired PTY The radio may not go to all of the stations with that music type when pressing the pushbutton as not all stations support PTYs AF Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program ...

Страница 279: ...occur check the bottom surface of the CD If the surface of the CD is damaged such as cracked broken or scratched the CD will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs and DVDs on page 315 for more information If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Notice If you add any label to a CD insert more than one CD into the slot at a time or attempt to play scrat...

Страница 280: ...seconds Please Wait will appear on the display and you will hear a beep 3 When INSERT appears on the display insert a CD partway into the slot label side up The player will pull the CD in Do not load a CD until INSERT appears on the display The CD player will take up to six CDs Do not try to load more than six If you want to load less than six CDs load the desired amount The CD player will time ou...

Страница 281: ...he MODE pushbutton again to turn off repeat play and advance to the next mode RDM TRCK Random Track Plays the tracks on the current CD in random rather than sequential order RDM TRCK will appear on the display Press the MODE pushbutton again to turn off random play and advance to the next mode RDM ALL Random All CDs Plays all of the CDs loaded in random rather than sequential order RDM ALL will ap...

Страница 282: ...ted with the ignition or radio off If the CD is not removed after a short time the CD will be brought back into the CD player for storage Using an MP3 CD MP3 Format If you burn your own MP3 disc on a personal computer Make sure the MP3 files are recorded on a CD R disc Do not mix standard audio and MP3 files on one disc Make sure playlists have a m3u or wpl extension other file extensions may not ...

Страница 283: ...T All files contained directly under the root directory will be accessed prior to any root directory folders However playlists Px will always be accessed before root folders or files Empty Directory or Folder If a root directory or a folder exists somewhere in the file structure that contains only folders subfolders and no compressed files directly beneath them the player will advance to the next ...

Страница 284: ...rectory When play enters a new folder the display will not automatically show the new folder name The new track name will appear on the display File System and Naming The song name that will be displayed will be the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag and then the radio will display the file name without the extension such as mp3 as the track n...

Страница 285: ...on the CD will start to play where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source As each new track starts to play the track number will appear on the display The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner If playing a CD R the sound quality may be reduced due to CD R quality the method of recordin...

Страница 286: ...rmal speed Release the pushbutton to return to normal play mode The radio will be muted during the reverse mode A quick press of this pushbutton will go to the beginning of the previous folder F4 Forward Press and hold this pushbutton to enter fast forward mode Holding the pushbutton will play at 10 times the normal speed After holding it for more than four seconds it will play at 20 times the nor...

Страница 287: ...se or advance through the tracks in all folders or playlists The track number and file name will appear on the display for each track Turning this knob while in random will fast track reverse or advance the tracks in sequential order 4 Information Press this button while an MP3 CD is loaded to view the Title Artist Album or Folder names To view this information perform the following 1 Press the tu...

Страница 288: ...es out it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When 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 The format of the CD may not be compatible See MP3 Format earlier in this section ...

Страница 289: ...ent System on page 299 for more information Z Eject Press this button to eject the DVD or CD Eject may be activated with the ignition or radio off If the disc is not removed after a short time the disc will be pulled back into the DVD player for storage The DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of the appropriate region code The region code is printed on the jacket of most DVDs DVD video DVD aud...

Страница 290: ...dly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem Playing a DVD Video F1 Play Pause Press this pushbutton to turn on the video screen if your vehicle has this feature and begin playing the DVD Press this pushbutton to pause the DVD if it is playing Press Play F1 to restart t...

Страница 291: ...Press F6 to enter your selection or Seek Press the left single arrow button to go to the start of the current chapter Press it again to go to the previous chapter or press the right single arrow button to go to the next chapter Press and hold these buttons to change chapter at a rate of one per second TUNE SEL knob Turn to the left one notch to go to the start of the current chapter Turn it again ...

Страница 292: ...pushbutton will play at four times the normal speed After holding it for more than four seconds it will play in reverse at 32 times the normal speed Release the pushbutton to return to normal play mode F5 MODE Press this pushbutton to select from NORMAL and RPT TRCK Normal Sets the system for normal play of the DVD RPT TRCK Repeat Track Repeats the track over again RPT TRCK will appear on the disp...

Страница 293: ... to enter fast forward mode Holding the pushbutton will play at four times the normal speed After holding it for more than four seconds it will play at 32 times the normal speed Release the pushbutton to return to normal play mode F5 MODE Press this pushbutton to select from NORMAL RPT TRCK and RDM TRCK Normal Sets the system for normal play of the DVD RPT TRCK Repeat Track Repeats the track over ...

Страница 294: ...creen with the power button on the remote control to view and navigate the tracks See Rear Seat Entertainment System on page 299 for more information Playing an MP3 Formatted Disc See Using an MP3 CD earlier in this section for additional information F3 Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to enter fast reverse mode Holding the pushbutton will play in reverse at four times the normal speed After...

Страница 295: ...nd hold these buttons to change tracks at a rate of one per second TUNE SEL knob Turn to the left one notch to go to the start of the current track Turn it again to go to the previous track or turn to the right one notch to go to the next track Scan Press this double arrow button to listen to each track for 10 seconds The CD will go to a track play for 10 seconds and then go on to the next track P...

Страница 296: ... to enter the main menu 2 Turn the tune sel knob until SETUP appears on the display 3 Press the tune sel knob to enter into SETUP 4 Turn the tune sel knob until CONFIGURE DISPLAY KEYS appears on the display 5 Press the tune sel knob to enter into CONFIGURE DISPLAY KEYS 6 Turn the tune sel knob to select which of the four configurable keys you would like to change The currently assigned feature wil...

Страница 297: ...n a location that is blocking the XM signal When the vehicle is moved into an open area the signal should return Loading Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune in to another channel CH Unavail C...

Страница 298: ...l The system is working properly XM Lock Theft lock active The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio 8 di...

Страница 299: ...udio System The driver has basic control of the whole audio system If the driver decides to globally turn the audio system off the driver can press and hold the power knob for more than two seconds to turn off the radio rear seat entertainment RSE and the rear seat audio RSA See Radio with CD and DVD on page 268 for more information If your vehicle has the navigation system see the Navigation Syst...

Страница 300: ...the light does not illuminate the batteries may need to be replaced See Battery Replacement later in this section for more information Switch the headphones to Off when not in use Channel 1 is dedicated to the video screen while Channel 2 is dedicated to RSA selections The infrared transmitters are located at the rear of the RSE overhead console The headphones will shut off automatically to save t...

Страница 301: ...operly If the foam ear pads do become damaged or worn out the pads can be replaced separately from the headphone set It is not necessary to replace the complete headphone set The headphone replacement foam ear pads can be ordered in pairs See your dealer for more information Battery Replacement To change the batteries do the following 1 Turn the screw with a coin or screw driver to loosen then sli...

Страница 302: ... is for the video input The white jack is for the left audio input The red jack is for the right audio input Power for auxiliary devices is not supplied by the radio system To use the auxiliary inputs of the RSE system connect an external auxiliary device to the color coded A V jacks and turn both the auxiliary device and the video screen power on If the video screen is in the DVD player mode pres...

Страница 303: ...l to the wireless headphones if there is audio available See Headphones earlier in this section for more information The DVD player is capable of outputting audio to the wired headphone jacks on the RSA system if your vehicle has this feature The DVD player may be selected as an audio source on the RSA system See Rear Seat Audio RSA on page 310 for more information When a device is connected to th...

Страница 304: ...on for more information Remote Control To use the remote control aim it at the transmitter window at the rear of the RSE overhead console and press the desired button Direct sunlight or very bright light may affect the ability of the RSE transmitter to receive signals from the remote control If the remote control does not seem to be working the batteries may need to be replaced See Battery Replace...

Страница 305: ... different on every DVD Use the up down left and right arrow buttons to move the cursor around the DVD menu After making a selection press the enter button This button only operates when using a DVD Q R q r Menu Navigation Arrows Use the arrow buttons to navigate through a menu r Enter Press this button to select the choice that is highlighted in any menu z Display Menu Press this button to adjust...

Страница 306: ...r chapter This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews u Next Track Chapter Press this button to go to the beginning of the next chapter or track This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews r Fast Reverse Press this button to fast reverse the DVD or CD To stop fast reversing a DVD video press the play butt...

Страница 307: ...s DVD Media DVD Media First Press Aux Video Source Aux Video Source Second Press DVD Media Aux Video Source Third Press Aux Video Source DVD Media Fourth Press Return to Default State Return to Default State d Camera Press this button to change camera angles on DVDs that have this feature when a DVD is playing The format and content of this function will vary for each disc 1 through 0 Numeric Keyp...

Страница 308: ...e are black borders on the top and bottom or on both sides or it looks stretched out Check the display mode settings in the display menu Problem Recommended Action In auxiliary mode the picture moves or scrolls Check the auxiliary input connections at both devices The remote control does not work Check to make sure there is no obstruction between the remote control and the transmitter window Check...

Страница 309: ...e your dealer for assistance The DVD is playing but there is no picture or sound Check that the RSE video screen is sourced to the DVD player DVD Display Error Messages The DVD display error message depends on which radio you have The video screen may display one of the following Disc Load Eject Error This message is displayed when there are disc load or eject problems Disc Format Error This messa...

Страница 310: ...ear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources radio CDs DVDs or other auxiliary sources The rear seat passengers can control the same music sources the front seat passengers are listening to dual control or a different source For example rear seat passengers can listen to and control a CD through the headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the speakers The ...

Страница 311: ...stening to the radio Press and hold the seek up or seek down arrow until the display flashes to tune to an individual station The display will stop flashing after the buttons have not been pushed for more than two seconds This function is inactive with some radios if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio While listening to a CD press the seek up arrow to hear the next track on the C...

Страница 312: ...ext disc if multiple discs are loaded This function is inactive with some radios if the front seat passengers are listening to the CD DVD audio When a DVD video menu is being displayed press the PROG button to perform the menu function enter Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your vehicle s radio The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle...

Страница 313: ...se features will not be muted Press and release this button again to turn the sound on If your vehicle has the navigation system press and hold this button for longer than one second to initiate voice recognition See Voice Recognition in the Navigation System manual for more information If your vehicle has OnStar press and hold this button for longer than one second to interact with the OnStar sys...

Страница 314: ...ation frequencies to interfere with each other For better radio reception most AM radio stations will boost the power levels during the day and then reduce these levels during the night Static can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on your radio FM Stereo FM stereo will give the best sound but FM signals will ...

Страница 315: ...ng the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Rear Side Window Antenna Your AM FM antenna is located in the passenger rear side window Be sure that the inside surfaces of the rear side window is not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged If the inside surfaces are damaged they could interfere with radio reception Notice Using a razor blade or sharp ob...

Страница 316: ...re with the performance of the XM system Make sure the XM Satellite Radio antenna is not obstructed Chime Level Adjustment The radio is used to adjust the vehicle s chime level To change the volume level of the chime press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power off The volume level will change from the normal level to loud and LOUD will appear on the radio display To change...

Страница 317: ...oss of Control 333 Off Road Driving 334 Driving at Night 350 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 351 City Driving 354 Freeway Driving 355 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 356 Highway Hypnosis 357 Hill and Mountain Roads 358 Winter Driving 360 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 364 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 364 Recovery Hooks 365 Loading Your Vehicle 366 Towing 372 Towing Your Vehi...

Страница 318: ... pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task makes proper defensive driving more difficult and...

Страница 319: ...ates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do Ho...

Страница 320: ... drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks The law in most U S states and throughout Canada sets the legal l...

Страница 321: ...t answer What if there is an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There is something else about drinking and driving that many people do not know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the b...

Страница 322: ...o push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths of a second But that is only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustrat...

Страница 323: ...p it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Adding non GM accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 393 Anti Lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle has the Anti Lock Brake System ABS an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine and begin to drive away ABS will check i...

Страница 324: ...eels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels ABS can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and con...

Страница 325: ...more than even the very best braking Locking Differential If your vehicle has this feature your locking differential can give you additional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works like a standard axle most of the time but when one of the wheels has no traction and the other does this feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle Road Sensing Suspension The Road Sensing S...

Страница 326: ...s to turn on or activate the STABILITRAK OFF or SERVICE STABILITRAK message will be displayed If the vehicle has gone through heavy acceleration or braking or multiple turns during the first two miles of driving after starting your vehicle these messages may also appear If this is the case your vehicle does not need servicing You will need to turn the vehicle off and then restart it to initialize ...

Страница 327: ...ntrol coming on To limit wheel spin and realize the full benefits of the stability enhancement system you should normally leave StabiliTrak on but it may be necessary to turn the system off if your vehicle is stuck in sand mud ice or snow and you want to rock your vehicle to attempt to free it It may also be necessary to turn off the system when driving in extreme off road conditions where high wh...

Страница 328: ...on When this happens you may notice a reduction in acceleration or may hear a noise or vibration This is normal If your vehicle is in cruise control when the system activates the StabiliTrak light will flash and the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to use cruise again you may re engage the cruise control See Cruise Control on page 194 StabiliTrak may also ...

Страница 329: ...e condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you are in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those...

Страница 330: ...darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you You can avoid these problems by braking if you can stop in time But sometimes you cannot there is not room That is the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes See Braking on page 322 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from ...

Страница 331: ...eel up to one quarter turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates moves around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple maneuver Not necessarily Passing another vehicle on a tw...

Страница 332: ...oks like a chance to pass is coming up start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and do not get too close Time your move so you will be increasing speed as the time comes to move into the other lane If the way is clear to pass you will have a running start that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping back And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass you nee...

Страница 333: ...k an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle s three control systems In the braking skid your wheels are not rolling In the steerin...

Страница 334: ...uch as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any Anti Lock Brake System ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Off Road Driving This off road guide is for vehicles that have all wheel drive If your vehicle does not have all wheel drive or if it has 20 inch tire wheel assemblies you should not drive off road unless you a...

Страница 335: ...eatures The bolts and snap features are accessible from underneath the front fascia The following steps must be performed on the bolts and snap features to remove the air dam 1 Remove the two outboard air dam bolts 2 With a flat blade screwdriver push down on the snap features and disengage the snaps 3 After the bolts are removed and the snaps are disengaged push forward on the air dam until it is...

Страница 336: ...f so be sure to get the necessary permission Loading Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving CAUTION Cargo on the load floor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop You or your passengers could be injured Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain You or your passengers can be struck b...

Страница 337: ...c off road recreational driving obey all posted regulations Avoid any driving practice that could damage the environment shrubs flowers trees grasses or disturb wildlife This includes wheel spinning breaking down trees or unnecessary driving through streams or over soft ground Always carry a litter bag make sure all refuse is removed from any campsite before leaving Take extreme care with open fir...

Страница 338: ...u have less time to react You have more vehicle bounce when you drive over obstacles You will need more distance for braking especially since you are on an unpaved surface CAUTION When you are driving off road bouncing and quick changes in direction can easily throw you out of position This could cause you to lose control and crash So whether you are driving on or off the road you and your passeng...

Страница 339: ...or other obstacles the wheels can leave the ground If this happens even with one or two wheels you cannot control the vehicle as well or at all Because you will be on an unpaved surface it is especially important to avoid sudden acceleration sudden turns or sudden braking In a way off road driving requires a different kind of alertness from driving on paved roads and highways There are no road sig...

Страница 340: ...a Hill When you approach a hill you need to decide if it is one of those hills that is just too steep to climb descend or cross Steepness can be hard to judge On a very small hill for example there may be a smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top but you may not see...

Страница 341: ...low gear and get a firm grip on the steering wheel Get a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain your speed Do not use more power than you need because you do not want the wheels to start spinning or sliding Try to drive straight up the hill if at all possible If the path twists and turns you might want to find another route CAUTION Turning or driving across steep hills can be dangerous You c...

Страница 342: ... keep it from rolling backwards Also apply the parking brake If the engine is still running shift the transmission to REVERSE R release the parking brake and slowly back down the hill in REVERSE R If the engine has stopped running you will need to restart it With the brake pedal pressed and the parking brake still applied shift the transmission to PARK P and restart the engine Then shift to REVERS...

Страница 343: ...ng brake and slowly back straight down Never attempt to turn around if you are about to stall when going up a hill If the hill is steep enough to stall your vehicle it is steep enough to cause you to roll over if you turn around If you cannot make it up the hill you must back straight down the hill Q Suppose after stalling I try to back down the hill and decide I just cannot do it What should I do...

Страница 344: ...nk or even a river bottom with large rocks If you decide you can go down a hill safely then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down and use a low gear This way engine drag can help the brakes and they will not have to do all the work Descend slowly keeping your vehicle under control at all times CAUTION Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade This coul...

Страница 345: ...ght down Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL N This is called free wheeling The brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade Q Am I likely to stall when going downhill A It is much more likely to happen going uphill But if it happens going downhill here is what to do 1 Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes Apply the parking brake 2 Shift to PARK P and w...

Страница 346: ...wnhill slide or a rollover Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause the tires to slip sideways downhill If the vehicle slips sideways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels or ...

Страница 347: ...on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline be sure you and any passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over you will be right in its path If you have to walk down the slope stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over CAUTION Getting out on the dow...

Страница 348: ...upt maneuvers Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it is very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating And if you do get moving poor steering and difficult braking can cause you to slide out of control CAUTION Driving on frozen lakes ponds or rivers can be dangerous Underwater springs currents...

Страница 349: ...round from under your tires and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over Do not drive through rushing water See Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads on page 351 for more information on driving through water After Off Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody chassis or under the hood These accumulations can be a fire hazard After operation in mud or sand have...

Страница 350: ...at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision For example if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night But if you are driv...

Страница 351: ...jects Just as the headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and are not even aware of it Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble On a wet road you cannot stop accelerate or turn as well because your tire to road traction is not as good...

Страница 352: ...rakes work normally Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you cannot try to slow down before you hit them Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough...

Страница 353: ... your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your low beam headlamps not just your parking la...

Страница 354: ...ity map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 355 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Страница 355: ...amp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slo...

Страница 356: ...s your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it is ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you will find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full ...

Страница 357: ...Do not let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments f...

Страница 358: ...oad Driving on page 334 for information about driving off road Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads CAUTION If you do not shift down your brakes could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift do...

Страница 359: ... go down a steep or long hill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be...

Страница 360: ...d a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where the tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice betwe...

Страница 361: ...age 364 and Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 364 Your Anti Lock Brake System ABS improves your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have ABS you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock Brake System ABS on page 323 Allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road migh...

Страница 362: ...on help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you do not have blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to ke...

Страница 363: ... long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close t...

Страница 364: ...ur wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth you can destroy your transmission For more information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 471 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels I...

Страница 365: ...ks CAUTION These hooks when used are under a lot of force Always pull the vehicle straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back Notice Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty Your vehicle may have recovery hooks at t...

Страница 366: ...R or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the center pillar B pillar With the d...

Страница 367: ...engers 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 the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 6...

Страница 368: ...pant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 5 750 lbs 136 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Example 1 Example 2 368 ...

Страница 369: ...ould never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Tire Label A vehicle specific Certification Tire label is attached to the rear edge of the driver s door The label shows the size of your vehicle s original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle This is called Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the veh...

Страница 370: ...u do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading The label will help you decide how much cargo and installed equipment your truck can carry Using heavier suspension components to ge...

Страница 371: ...imit on how many people you can carry inside your vehicle Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and install the new equipment Notice Overloading your vehicle may cause damage Repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not overload your vehicle Remember not to exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR of the front or rear axle Automatic Level Control The automatic level control rear sus...

Страница 372: ...es such as behind a motorhome see Recreational Vehicle Towing following Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground and dolly towing towing your vehicle with two wheels on t...

Страница 373: ...und will damage drivetrain components Do not tow an all wheel drive vehicle if any of its wheels will be on the ground Your vehicle is not designed to be towed with any of the wheels on the ground If your vehicle must be towed see Towing Your Vehicle on page 372 Dinghy Towing Two Wheel Drive Vehicles Notice If you tow a two wheel drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground the transmission co...

Страница 374: ...tion on 4 Firmly set the parking brake 5 Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow dolly 6 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle Autoride The Autoride feature provides improved vehicle ride and handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions The system is fully automatic and uses a computer controller to continuo...

Страница 375: ...an damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty To pull a trailer correctly follow the advice in this part and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle To identify the trailering capacity of your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section Trailering is different than ...

Страница 376: ...o THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often e g under heavy loads and or hilly conditions See Tow Haul Mode next Three important considerations have to do with weight the weight of the trailer the weight of the trailer tongue and the weight on your vehicle s tires Tow Haul Mode Tow haul is designed to assist while your vehicle is pulling a large or heavy l...

Страница 377: ...f tow haul every time it is started Driving with tow haul activated without a heavy load or with no trailer will cause reduced fuel economy and unpleasant engine and transmission driving characteristics but will not cause damage Operating the vehicle in tow haul when lightly loaded or with no trailer at all will not cause damage However there is no benefit to the selection of tow haul when the veh...

Страница 378: ...um trailer weight Use the following chart to determine how much your vehicle can weigh based upon your vehicle model and options Vehicle Axle Ratio Max Trailer Wt GCWR Escalade 2WD 6 2L 3 42 7 400 lbs 3 356 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg Escalade AWD 6 2L 3 42 8 100 lbs 3 674 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg Escalade ESV AWD 6 2L 3 42 7 800 lbs 3 538 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg The Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR i...

Страница 379: ...ongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 366 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B up to a maximum of 600 lbs 272 kg with a weight carrying hitch The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 perce...

Страница 380: ...4 kg and a GCWR Gross Combination Weight Rating of 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg The trailer rating should be You can expect tongue weight to be at least 10 percent of trailer weight 850 lbs 386 kg and because the weight is applied well behind the rear axle the effect on the rear axle will be greater than just the weight itself as much as 1 5 times as much The weight at the rear axle could be 850 lbs 386 kg...

Страница 381: ...you can expect that the largest trailer your vehicle can properly handle is 6 000 lbs 2 721 kg It is important that you make sure your vehicle does not exceed any of its ratings GCWR GVWR RGAWR Maximum Trailer Rating or Tongue Weight The only way to be sure you are not exceeding any of these ratings is to weigh your vehicle and trailer Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires Be sure your vehicle s ti...

Страница 382: ...trailer will weigh more than these limits You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig Never allow safety ...

Страница 383: ...hicle You can not see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness or death See Engine Exhaust on page 153 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued To maximize your safety when towing a trailer Have your exhaust system inspected for leaks and make necessary repairs before starting on your trip Keep the rear most windows closed If exhaust does come into your vehicle through a window in the rear or another o...

Страница 384: ...brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed v...

Страница 385: ... down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well You can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often e g under heavy loads and or hilly conditions You may also want to activate the tow haul mode if the tran...

Страница 386: ... Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you start your engine shift into a gear and release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Main...

Страница 387: ...s White Ground Light Green Back up Lamps Red w Black Stripe Battery Feed Dark Blue Trailer Brake The fuses for these two circuits are installed in the underhood electrical center but the circuits are not connected They should be installed by your dealer or a qualified service center If you are charging a remote non vehicle battery press the tow haul mode button located at the end of the shift leve...

Страница 388: ...Ground It should be installed by your dealer or a qualfiied service center Trailer Recommendations You must subtract your hitch loads from the Cargo Weight Rating CWR CWR is the maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry It doesn t include the weight of the people inside But you can figure about 150 lbs 68 kg for each seat The total cargo load must not be more than your vehicle s CWR Weigh ...

Страница 389: ...ine Oil 403 Engine Oil Life System 406 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 408 Automatic Transmission Fluid 411 Engine Coolant 415 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 418 Engine Overheating 418 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 421 Cooling System 422 Engine Fan Noise 427 Power Steering Fluid 427 Windshield Washer Fluid 428 Brakes 429 Battery 433 Jump Starting 434 All Wheel Drive 438 Rear Axle 439 Fron...

Страница 390: ...e Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 478 Secondary Latch System 484 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 488 Spare Tire 492 Appearance Care 492 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 492 Fabric Carpet 494 Leather 495 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 495 Wood Panels 496 Speaker Covers 496 Care of Safety Belts 496 Weatherstrips 496 Washing Your Vehicle 496 Cleaning Exterior Lamp...

Страница 391: ... System 502 Add On Electrical Equipment 502 Windshield Wiper Fuses 503 Power Windows and Other Power Options 503 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 503 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 504 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block 506 Underhood Fuse Block 507 Capacities and Specifications 512 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care 391 ...

Страница 392: ...ou to be happy with it We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service needs You will get genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people We hope you will want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks 392 ...

Страница 393: ...ent and function with other systems on your vehicle Your GM dealer can accessorize your vehicle using genuine GM Accessories When you go to your GM dealer and ask for GM Accessories you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM Accessories California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals ...

Страница 394: ...e wrong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If you want to do some of your own service work you will want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 553 Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to do your o...

Страница 395: ...ne rated at 87 octane or higher but your vehicle s acceleration may be slightly reduced and you may notice a slight audible knocking noise commonly referred to as spark knock If the octane is less than 87 you may notice a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine If you are using gasolin...

Страница 396: ...uired to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add anything to your fuel However some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive required to meet U S Environmental Protection Agency regulations To help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean or ...

Страница 397: ... the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Nev...

Страница 398: ...ended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver s side of the vehicle To open the fuel door apply pressure in the center of the rear edge of the fuel door and it will pop open To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly to the left countercl...

Страница 399: ...the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 232 If your vehicle has a Driver Information Center DIC the TIGHTEN GAS CAP message will be displayed if the fuel cap is not properly installed CAUTION If a fire starts while you are re...

Страница 400: ... fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things t...

Страница 401: ...o the lower left of the steering wheel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release near the center of the grille 3 Push the secondary hood release to the right 4 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then pull down the hood and close it firmly 401 ...

Страница 402: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 6 2L engine here is what you will see 402 ...

Страница 403: ...ne Oil on page 403 J Engine Cooling Fan Out of View See Cooling System on page 422 K Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Out of View See Power Steering Fluid on page 427 L Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 429 M Underhood Fuse Block See Underhood Fuse Block on page 507 N Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 42...

Страница 404: ...is below the cross hatched area at the tip of the dipstick you will need to add at least one quart liter of oil But you must use the right kind This section explains what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 512 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the p...

Страница 405: ...tarburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container Notice Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and sho...

Страница 406: ...il life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will come on See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 245 Change your oil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles 1 000 km It is possible that if you are driving ...

Страница 407: ...art your vehicle the Engine Oil Life System has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may 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 dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine o...

Страница 408: ...replaced On vehicles with a restriction indicator you should inspect the air filter restriction indicator at every oil change and replace the engine air cleaner filter when the indicator tells you to On vehicles without an air filter restriction indicator inspect the air cleaner filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each 50 000 mile 83 000 km interval ...

Страница 409: ...ehicles Without an Air Filter Restriction Indicator To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the engine air cleaner filter from the vehicle by following step 1 through 6 When you have the engine air cleaner filter removed lightly shake it to release loose dust and dirt If the engine air cleaner filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner Filter and Rese...

Страница 410: ...n the screws 7 Reset the air filter restriction indicator if the vehicle has one by pressing the top button on the indicator CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off ...

Страница 411: ... filter at the intervals listed in the Maintenance Schedule See Scheduled Maintenance on page 517 Be sure to use the transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 527 How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine part or exhaust system...

Страница 412: ...safely until a hot check procedure can be made The hot check procedure is the most accurate method to check the fluid level Perform the hot check procedure at the first opportunity Use this cold check procedure to check fluid level when the transmission temperature is between 80 F and 90 F 27 C and 32 C 1 Locate the transmission dipstick at the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger s sid...

Страница 413: ...tick in place Hot Check Procedure Use this procedure to check the transmission fluid level when the transmission fluid temperature is between 160 F and 200 F 71 C and 93 C The hot check is the most accurate method to check the fluid level The hot check should be performed at the first opportunity in order to verify the cold check The fluid level rises as fluid temperature increases so it is import...

Страница 414: ...thin the HOT crosshatch band on the dipstick If the fluid level is not within the HOT band and the transmission temperature is between 160 F and 200 F 71 C and 93 C add or drain fluid as necessary to bring the level into the HOT band If the fluid level is low add only enough fluid to bring the level into the HOT band It does not take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5L Do not overfill 6 I...

Страница 415: ...urs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating on page 418 A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C Protect against rust and corr...

Страница 416: ...ur engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant...

Страница 417: ...sure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the surge tank but only when the engine is cool CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene gl...

Страница 418: ...rge tank See Engine Compartment Overview on page 402 for more information on location Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle s instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 230 In addition the messages ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE or ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED could appear in the Driver Information Center DIC on the in...

Страница 419: ...e liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 421 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can ...

Страница 420: ...Towing a Trailer on page 375 If you get the ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE or the ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE message with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 If you have an air conditioner and it is on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary 3 In heavy traffic let the engine idle in NEUTRAL N while stopped If it is safe ...

Страница 421: ...t to lift the hood but to get service help right away Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode If an overheated engine condition exists and the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a loss in power and engine performance This operating mode allows your vehicle to ...

Страница 422: ...er the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface Check the coolant level after the system cools down Some amount of coolant may be lost due to overheating...

Страница 423: ... an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 421 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL may cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosi...

Страница 424: ...urge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 415 for more information If no coolant is visible in the surge tank add coolant as follows CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the c...

Страница 425: ... weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the coolin...

Страница 426: ...t surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark 426 ...

Страница 427: ...ide temperatures or if you are operating your air conditioning system the fans may change to high speed and you may hear an increase in fan noise This is normal and indicates that the cooling system is functioning properly The fans will change to low speed when additional cooling is no longer required Power Steering Fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 402 for reservoir location When to C...

Страница 428: ...Fluids and Lubricants on page 527 Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient pro...

Страница 429: ...hich could damage the tank if it is completely full Do not use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 402 for the location of the reservoir There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might...

Страница 430: ...ged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system See Checking Brake Fluid in this section When the brake fluid falls to a low level the brake warning light will come on See Brake System Warning Light on page 228 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid See Scheduled Maintenance on page 517 Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake flu...

Страница 431: ...well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake fluid...

Страница 432: ...re first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the...

Страница 433: ...new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco replacement battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 402 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicl...

Страница 434: ...her vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they ar...

Страница 435: ...cations on that vehicle Your vehicle has a remote positive jump starting terminal and a remote negative jump starting terminal You should always use these remote terminals instead of the terminals on the battery The remote positive terminal if equipped is located under a red plastic cover at the positive battery post To uncover the remote positive terminal open the red plastic cover The remote neg...

Страница 436: ... and get medical help immediately CAUTION 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 do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positi...

Страница 437: ...ative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable does not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to the remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable to the remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery ...

Страница 438: ...wing 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the bad battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the remote positive terminal cover if equipped to its original position All Wheel Drive Transfe...

Страница 439: ...icant It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired All axle assemblies are filled by volume of fluid during production They are not filled to reach a certain level When checking the fluid level on any axle variations in the readings can be caused by factory...

Страница 440: ...m to 19 0 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole located on the rear axle Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 527 Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless you suspect there is a le...

Страница 441: ... lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 527 Headlamp Aiming The vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system The aim of the headlamps have been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment However if the vehicle is damaged in an accident the aim of the headlamps may be affected and adjustment may be necessary If oncoming vehicles flash their high beams...

Страница 442: ...p aiming is being performed The vehicle should be normally loaded with a full tank of fuel and one person or 160 lbs 75 kg sitting on the driver s seat Tires should be properly inflated The spare tire is in its proper location in the vehicle Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle s low beam headlamps The high beam headlamps will be correctly aimed if the low beam headlamps are aimed properly To ...

Страница 443: ... height of the mark in Step 4 Notice Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut off when aiming Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build up which may cause damage to the headlamp 6 Turn on the low beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being adjusted This allows only the beam of light from the headlamp being adjusted to be seen on the fl...

Страница 444: ...adlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the angle of the beam 9 Make sure that the light from the headlamp is positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line The lamp on the left A shows the correct headlamp aim The lamp on the right B shows the incorrect headlamp aim 10 Repeat Steps 7 through 9 for the opposite headlamp 44...

Страница 445: ...tes at a very high voltage If you try to service any of the system components you could be seriously injured Have your dealer or a qualified technician service them Your vehicle has HID headlamps After your vehicle s HID headlamp bulb has been replaced you may notice that the beam is a slightly different shade than it was originally This is normal Back Up Lamps To replace this bulb do the followin...

Страница 446: ...straight out from the socket 6 Press a new bulb into the socket insert the socket into the taillamp assembly and turn the socket clockwise into the taillamp assembly until it clicks 7 Reinstall the taillamp assembly When reinstalling make sure to line up the pins on the taillamp assembly with the vehicle If you do not line up the pins correctly you will not be able install the taillamp assembly pr...

Страница 447: ...plate lamp forward through the molding opening 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Install the new bulb 5 Reverse steps 1 3 to reinstall the license plate lamp Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back up Lamp 7440 License Plate Lamp W5W For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer 447 ...

Страница 448: ...e on page 517 Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways To replace the wiper blade assembly do the following 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm connector away from the windshield 2 Squeeze the grooved areas on each side of the blade and rotate the blade assembly away from the arm connector 448 ...

Страница 449: ...assembly up and out of the park rest position 2 Pull the wiper blade assembly away from the backglass The backglass wiper blade will not lock in a vertical position so care should be used when pulling it away from the vehicle 3 Rotate the wiper blade assembly and pull it off of the wiper arm Hold the wiper arm in position and push the blade away from the wiper arm 4 Replace the wiper blade 5 Retur...

Страница 450: ...erious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 366 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden im...

Страница 451: ...or additional information Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into the sidewall The following illustration is an example of a typical P Metric tire sidewall A 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 See the Tire Size illustration later in ...

Страница 452: ...ave the date of manufacture E Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread F Uniform 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 468 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load ...

Страница 453: ... speed rating of a tire The load index can range from 1 to 279 Speed ratings range from A to Z 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 pounds per square inch psi or kilopascal kPa Accessory Weight This means the combined weight of optional accessories Some examples of optional acce...

Страница 454: ...and and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating See Loading Your Vehicle on page 366 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle See Loading Your Vehicle on page 366 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle See Loading Your Vehicle on page 366 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle Kilopasca...

Страница 455: ...ltipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 456 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 366 Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Rim A metal support for a tire and upon which the...

Страница 456: ... weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle s capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Tire and Loading Information Label under Loading Your Vehicle on page 366 Inflation Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively Notice Do not let anyone tell you th...

Страница 457: ...ood quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Check the tire s inflation pressure when the tires are cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km Remove the valve cap from the tire ...

Страница 458: ...R18 or P285 45R22 size tires and you will be driving at high speeds speeds of 100 mph 160 km h or higher set the cold inflation pressure to 3 psi 20 kPa above the recommended tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information Label When you end this high speed driving return the tires to the cold inflation pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle on pa...

Страница 459: ...strument panel cluster and the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message will appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as you start to drive the vehicle This could be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and need to be inflated to the proper pressure Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recomm...

Страница 460: ...s including the installation of replacement or alternate tires 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 The CHECK TIRE PRESSURE warning message and low tire...

Страница 461: ...es longer than two minutes to match the first tire and wheel or more than five minutes to match all four tire and wheel positions the matching process stops and you will need to start over The TPMS sensor matching process is outlined below 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition switch to RUN with the engine off 3 Using the DIC press the vehicle information button until the PRESS V TO RELEARN ...

Страница 462: ...n This message should go off once you re install the road tire containing the TPMS sensor Federal Communications Commission FCC and Industry and Science Canada The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS operates on a radio frequency and complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept a...

Страница 463: ...t moves use the ratchet wheel wrench to tighten the cable See Changing a Flat Tire on page 473 The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance on page 517 When rotating your vehicle s tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Do not include the spare tire in the tire rotat...

Страница 464: ...ies and Specifications on page 512 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire...

Страница 465: ...size or location of the damage Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for your vehicle The original equipment tires installed on your vehicle when it was new were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC spec system rating If you need replacement tires GM strongly recommends that you get tires with the same TPC Spec rating This way your vehi...

Страница 466: ... same size brand and type tires on all wheels CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle may have a different size spare than the road tires those originally installed on your vehicle When new your vehicle included a spare tire and wheel assembly with a similar overall diameter as your vehicle s road tires and wheels so it is all right to drive on it Because this spare was developed for use ...

Страница 467: ... Tire and Loading Information Label and its location on your vehicle Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires this may affect the way your vehicle performs including its braking ride and handling characteristics stability and resistance to rollover Additionally if your vehicle has electronic systems such as a...

Страница 468: ... safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performan...

Страница 469: ...the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory...

Страница 470: ...them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others...

Страница 471: ... can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To help avoid damage ...

Страница 472: ...id and may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous...

Страница 473: ... You and they could be badly injured or even killed Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle To be even more certain the vehicle will not move you should put blocks at the front a...

Страница 474: ...e the jack and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you will need to change a flat tire is stored under the storage tray which is located on the driver s side trim panel over the rear wheelhouse 1 Remove the tray to access the tools by pulling up on the finger depression under the jack symbol Regular Wheelbase shown Extended Wheelbase similar 474 ...

Страница 475: ...he jack counterclockwise to release the jack and wheel blocks from the bracket 4 Remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer by turning the wing nut C counterclockwise The tools you will be using include the following A Jack B Wheel Blocks C Jack Handle D Jack Handle Extensions E Wheel Wrench 475 ...

Страница 476: ...ol K Spare Tire Lock 1 To access the spare tire hoist cover you will first need to remove the hitch cover Remove it by turning the two fasteners located at the bottom of the cover counterclockwise and then pull the cover down and rotate towards you 2 Open the hoist shaft access cover C on the bumper to access the spare tire lock K 3 Insert the ignition key turn it clockwise and then pull it to rem...

Страница 477: ...turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle If the spare tire does not lower to the ground the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower See Secondary Latch System on page 484 for more information 7 Use the wheel wrench hook that allows you to pull the hoist cable towards you to assist in reaching the spare tire 8 Tilt the tire retainer G at t...

Страница 478: ... bolt on wheel cover by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise If needed finish loosening them by hand The nut caps will not come off 2 Using the flat end of the wheel wrench pry along the edge of the cover until it comes off 3 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts Do not remove the wheel nuts yet 478 ...

Страница 479: ...er a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Position the jack under the vehicle as shown Jacking Locations Overall View 479 ...

Страница 480: ... the wheel wrench to the jack handle extension Attach the jack handle to the jack Position the jack A on the frame behind the flat tire where the frame sections overlap Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to clear the ground Front Position 480 ...

Страница 481: ...ench D to the jack handle extensions C Attach the jack handle B to the jack A Use the jacking pad provided on the rear axle Turn the wheel wrench D clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to clear the ground 5 Remove all of the wheel nuts 6 Take off the flat tire Rear Position 481 ...

Страница 482: ...ater if needed to get all the rust or dirt off 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 8 Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel after mounting the spare tire 9 Tighten each wheel nut ...

Страница 483: ... for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 512 for the wheel nut torque specification 11 Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown by turnin...

Страница 484: ...stem pointing down See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on page 488 CAUTION Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed below To release the spare tire from the secondary latch do the following 1 Check under the vehicle to see if ...

Страница 485: ...s procedure at least two times If the spare tire lowers to the ground continue with Step 5 of Removing the Spare Tire and Tools on page 474 5 If the spare tire does not lower turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches 15 cm of cable is exposed 6 Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest ends with the backs facing each other 7 Place the bottom edge of the jack A on the wheel...

Страница 486: ...r 9 Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire 10 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the end fitting 11 Continue raising the jack until the spare tire stops moving upward and is held firmly in place so that the secondary latch has released and the spare tire is balancing on the jack 486 ...

Страница 487: ...re tire with the other hand If the spare tire is hanging from the cable insert the hoist end of the extension and wheel wrench into the hoist shaft hole in the bumper and turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire the rest of the way 15 Tilt the tire retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tire out from under the vehicle 16 Turn the wheel...

Страница 488: ... or with the valve stem pointing up may damage the wheel Always stow the wheel with the valve stem pointing down and have the wheel tire repaired as soon as possible Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare tire carrier Refer to the following graphics and instructions to help you A Hoist Assembly B Hoist Shaft C Hoist Shaft Access Cover Hole D Jack Handle Extensions E Wheel Wrench...

Страница 489: ...l 3 Assemble the two jack handle extensions D and wheel wrench E as shown 4 Insert the open end of the extension J through the hole in the rear bumper I hoist shaft access hole 5 Raise the tire part way upward Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening 6 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it s...

Страница 490: ...are tire lock 9 Reinstall the hoist shaft access cover 10 Reinstall the hitch cover To store the tools do the following A Wheel Blocks B Tool Bag with Jack Tools C Retaining Bracket D Wing Nut Retaining Tool Bag E Jack F Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks G Wing Nut on Jack 1 Return the tools wheel wrench jack handle and jack handle extensions to the tool bag B 490 ...

Страница 491: ... clockwise until the jack is secured tight in the mounting bracket Be sure to position the holes in the base of the jack onto the pin in the mounting bracket 5 Use the retaining bracket C to fasten the tool bag B on the stud and turn the wing nut D clockwise to secure 6 Return the storage tray to its original stored position Regular Wheelbase shown Extended Wheelbase similar 491 ...

Страница 492: ...vehicle This spare tire was developed for use on your vehicle so it is all right to drive on it Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Your vehicle s interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often Although not always visible dust and dirt can accumulate on your upholstery Dirt can damage carpet fabric leather and plastic surfaces Regular vacuuming is recommended to rem...

Страница 493: ... a product for cleaning your vehicle s glass Should it become necessary you can also obtain a product from your GM dealer to remove odors from your vehicle s upholstery Do not clean your vehicle using the following cleaners or techniques Never use a knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface Never use a stiff brush It can cause damage to your vehicle s interior surf...

Страница 494: ...th with water or club soda 2 Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture 3 Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center Continue cleaning using a clean area of the cloth each time it becomes soiled 4 Continue to gently rub the soiled area until the cleaning cloth remains clean 5 If the soil is not completely removed use a mild soap solution and repeat the cleaning process t...

Страница 495: ...leather Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt Never use spot lifters or removers on plastic surfaces Many commercial cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect soft plastic ...

Страница 496: ... will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 527 Washing Your Vehicle The paint finish on the vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability The best way to preserve the vehicle s finish is to keep it cle...

Страница 497: ...ine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may damage it Use only non abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish on your vehicle The vehicle has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat...

Страница 498: ...num or Chrome Plated Wheels Your vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum or chrome plated wheels Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied Notice If you use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes cleaners brushes or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chr...

Страница 499: ...hat uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes Do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Tires To clean the tires use a stiff brush with tire cleaner Notice Using petroleum based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint finish and or tires When applying a tire ...

Страница 500: ...rrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne po...

Страница 501: ...me wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one step No wiping necessary Wash Wax Concentrate Me...

Страница 502: ...tification Label You will find this label on the inside of the glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the following VIN Model designation Paint information Production options and special equipment Do not remove this label from the vehicle Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment Notice Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you c...

Страница 503: ...m is fixed or goes away Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new ...

Страница 504: ...AR SEAT Rear Seats AUX PWR2 Rear Cargo Area Power Outlets SWC BKLT Steering Wheel Controls Backlight DDM Driver Door Module CTSY Dome Lamps Driver s Side Turn Signal LT STOP TRN Driver s Side Turn Signal Stoplamp DIM Instrument Panel Back Lighting RT STOP TRN Passenger s Side Turn Signal Stoplamp BCM Body Control Module UNLCK2 Power Door Lock 2 Unlock Feature LCK2 Power Door Lock 2 Lock Feature 50...

Страница 505: ...lets IS LPS Interior Lamps UNLCK1 Power Door Lock 1 Unlock Feature OBS DET Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist Power Liftgate LCK1 Power Door Lock 1 Lock Feature Fuses Usage REAR WPR Rear Wiper COOLED SEATS Cooled Seats DSM Driver Seat Module Remote Keyless Entry System Harness Connector Usage LT DR Driver s Door Harness Connection BODY Harness Connector BODY Harness Connector 505 ...

Страница 506: ...w Harness Connector Usage BODY 2 Body Harness Connector 2 BODY 1 Body Harness Connector 1 BODY 3 Body Harness Connector 3 HEADLINER 3 Headliner Harness Connector 3 HEADLINER 2 Headliner Harness Connector 2 HEADLINER 1 Headliner Harness Connector 1 BRAKE CLUTCH Brake Clutch Harness Connector SEO UPFITTER Special Equipment Option Upfitter Harness Connector 506 ...

Страница 507: ...aker CB4 Not Used Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle To access the fuse relay block push in on the tabs on the end of the fuse relay block cover and lift To remove fuses hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out 507 ...

Страница 508: ...Fuses Usage 1 Not Used 2 Electronic Stability Suspension Control Automatic Level Control Exhaust Fuses Usage 3 Left Trailer Stop Turn Lamp 4 Engine Controls 508 ...

Страница 509: ...Module Battery 15 Vehicle Back up Lamps 16 Passenger s Side High Intensity Discharge Lamp 17 Air Conditioning Compressor 18 Oxygen Sensors Fuses Usage 19 Transmission Controls Ignition 20 Fuel Pump 21 Not Used 22 Rear Washer 23 Fuel Injectors Ignition Coils Left Side 24 Trailer Park Lamps 25 Driver s Side Park Lamps 26 Passenger s Side Park Lamps 27 Fog Lamps 28 Horn 29 Passenger s Side High Beam ...

Страница 510: ...led Seats Cruise Control 44 Liftgate Release 45 OnStar Rear Seat Entertainment Display Fuses Usage 46 Instrument Panel Cluster 47 Not Used 48 Heated Steering Wheel 49 Auxiliary Climate Control Ignition Compass Temperature Mirror 50 Rear Defogger 51 Airbag System Battery 52 SEO B1 Upfitter Usage Battery 53 Cigarette Lighter Auxiliary Power Outlet 54 Automatic Level Control Compressor Relay SEO Upfi...

Страница 511: ...ector Battery Power 72 Mid Bussed Electrical Center 1 73 Climate Control Blower 74 Power Liftgate Module 75 Left Bussed Electrical Center 2 Relays Usage FAN HI Cooling Fan High Speed FAN LO Cooling Fan Low Speed ENG EXH VLV Not Used FAN CNTRL Cooling Fan Control HDLP LO HID Hi Intensity Discharge Headlamp FOG LAMP Front Fog Lamps A C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor STRTR Starter PWR TRN Powertr...

Страница 512: ...17 6 qt 16 7 L Engine Oil with Filter 6 0 qt 5 7 L Fuel Tank Regular 26 0 gal 98 4 L Extended 31 5 gal 119 2 L Transmission Fluid Pan Removal and Replacement 6 0 qt 5 7 L Transfer Case Fluid 1 5 qt 1 4 L Wheel Nut Torque 140 lb ft 190 Y Oil filter should be changed at every oil change After refill the level must be rechecked Add enough engine coolant so that the fluid is within the proper operatin...

Страница 513: ...uled Maintenance 517 Additional Required Services 519 Maintenance Footnotes 521 Owner Checks and Services 523 At Each Fuel Fill 523 At Least Once a Month 524 At Least Once a Year 524 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 527 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 529 Engine Drive Belt Routing 530 Maintenance Record 531 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 513 ...

Страница 514: ...ary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance is important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the...

Страница 515: ...se their vehicles maintenance needs vary You may need more frequent checks and replacements So please read the following and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your GM Goodwrench dealer This schedule is for vehicles that carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits You will find these limits on the Tire and Loading Information lab...

Страница 516: ...quipment you should have your GM Goodwrench dealer do these jobs When you go to your GM Goodwrench dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM parts If you want to purchase service information see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 553 Owner Checks and Services on page 523 tells you what should ...

Страница 517: ...life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 406 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message appears certain services checks and inspections are required Required services are described in the following for Maintenance I and Maintenance II Generally it is recommended that your first service be Maintena...

Страница 518: ...lation pressures and wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 463 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 524 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services on page 519 Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect e...

Страница 519: ...00 120 000 100 000 160 000 125 000 200 000 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Vehicles without a filter restriction indicator Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 408 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter severe service See footnote h Change automatic transmission fluid and filte...

Страница 520: ...Inspect evaporative control system An Emission Control Service See footnotes and g Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every five years whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote i Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service See footnote l 520 ...

Страница 521: ...teering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Visually check constant velocity joints rubber boots and axle seals for leaks c Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Inspect all pipes fittings and clamps replace with genuine GM parts as needed To help ensure proper operation a pressure test of the cooling system and pr...

Страница 522: ...tions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service i Drain flush and refill cooling system This service can be complex you should have your dealer perform this service See Engine Coolant on page 415 for what to use Inspect hoses Clean...

Страница 523: ...rtant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 403 for further details Notice It is important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level Failure to keep your engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to your engine not covered by your warranty Engine Coolan...

Страница 524: ...if necessary rotate the tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 463 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake on page 149...

Страница 525: ...ly if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition to RUN but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to LOCK i...

Страница 526: ...ke set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact yo...

Страница 527: ...Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 415 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Automatic Transmission DEXRON VI Automatic T...

Страница 528: ...985830 Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Usage Fluid Lubricant Body Door Hinge Pins Tailgate Hinge and Linkage Folding Seats and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstri...

Страница 529: ...ion can be obtained from your GM dealer Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 25313348 A1519C Oil Filter 89017524 PF48 Spark Plugs 12571164 41 985 Wiper Blades ITTA Type Front 21 6 inches 55 0 cm 15284095 Rear 11 8 inches 30 0 cm 15173728 529 ...

Страница 530: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 530 ...

Страница 531: ...vices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 514 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 523 can be added on the following record pages You should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 531 ...

Страница 532: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 532 ...

Страница 533: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 533 ...

Страница 534: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 534 ...

Страница 535: ... 541 Roadside Service 541 Courtesy Transportation 545 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 547 Collision Damage Repair 548 Reporting Safety Defects 552 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 552 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 552 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 553 Service Publications Ordering Information 553 Section 7 Customer Assista...

Страница 536: ...If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help in the U S contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center 24 hours a day by calling 1 800 458 8006 In Canada contact the Canadian Cadillac Customer Communication Centre by calling 1 888 446 2000 We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your ...

Страница 537: ...e resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BBB ...

Страница 538: ...o that the entire dispute settlement process from the time you file your complaint to the final decision should be completed in approximately 70 days We believe 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...

Страница 539: ...nd GM dealers for service nationwide Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members United States only Refer to the web for updated information To register your vehicle visit www MyGMLink com United States or My GM Canada within www gmcanada com Canada Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who u...

Страница 540: ...13 381 0022 From U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 Canada Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Canadian Cadillac Customer Communication Centre CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 www gmcanada com 1 888 446 2000 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 882 1112 Overseas Customer Assistance Please contact t...

Страница 541: ...TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Service In the U S or Canada call 1 800 882 1112 Service available 24 hours a day 365 days a year Cadillac s exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service It provides every Cadillac owner with the advantage of ...

Страница 542: ...c Warranty Period 48 months 50 000 miles 80 000 km Emergency Road Service is performed on site for the following situations Towing Service Emergency towing from a public roadway or highway to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident Winch out assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand mud or snow Battery Jump Starting No start occurrences which ...

Страница 543: ...r Additional Services for Canadian Customers Trip Routing Service Upon request Cadillac Roadside Service will send you detailed computer personalized maps highlighting your choice of either the most direct route or the most scenic route to your destination anywhere in North America along with any helpful travel information we may have pertaining to your trip To request this service please call us ...

Страница 544: ... or Canada customers call Roadside Service 1 800 882 1112 Any customer who has access to a TTY or a conventional teletypewriter can communicate with Cadillac by dialing from the United States or Canada 1 888 889 2438 daily 24 hours Cadillac and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in their sole discretion the claims become...

Страница 545: ...arate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service you should contact your dealer and request an appointment By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer can hel...

Страница 546: ...ou arrange transportation through a friend or relative limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair Tax...

Страница 547: ...ed to provide anti lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions other information is stored only in a crash event by computer systems such as those commonly called event data recorders EDR In a crash event computer systems such as the Airbag Sensing and ...

Страница 548: ...ve access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar please check the OnStar subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged have the damage repai...

Страница 549: ... failure related to such parts are not covered by that warranty Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs Your GM dealer may have a collision repair center with GM trained technicians and state of the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM trained technicians and c...

Страница 550: ...mation to police and other parties involved in the accident Do not discuss your personal condition mental frame of mind or anything unrelated to the accident This will help guard against post accident legal action If you need roadside assistance call GM Roadside Assistance See Roadside Service on page 541 for more information If your vehicle cannot be driven know where the towing service will be t...

Страница 551: ...r vehicle If you have a question ask for an explanation Reputable shops welcome this opportunity Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair If you have a pre determined repair facility of choice take your vehicle there or have it towed there Specify to the facility that any required repl...

Страница 552: ...ay open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA ...

Страница 553: ...m Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc Transmission Transaxle Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures adjustments and specifications for GM transmissions tr...

Страница 554: ... Processing Fee Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 US Processing Fee Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Di...

Страница 555: ...Vehicle 104 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 97 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 98 Airbag System cont When Should an Airbag Inflate 95 Where Are the Airbags 92 All Wheel Drive 438 All Wheel Drive AWD System 328 Analog Clock 211 Antenna Rear Side Window 315 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 316 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 323 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 229 Appearance Care Al...

Страница 556: ... Manual 299 Radio with CD and DVD 268 Rear Seat Audio RSA 310 Rear Side Window Antenna 315 Setting the Time 267 Theft Deterrent Feature 312 Understanding Radio Reception 314 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 316 Automatic Headlamp System 203 Automatic Transmission Fluid 411 Operation 142 Autoride 374 B Battery 433 Run Down Protection 205 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 356 Bench Seat Split 60 40 19 ...

Страница 557: ...ger Position Safety Belts 52 Center Seat 18 Chains Tire 471 Charging System Light 227 Check Engine Light 232 Checking Things Under the Hood 400 Chemical Paint Spotting 500 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems 67 Infants and Young Children 63 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 73 Older Children 60 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 82 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center...

Страница 558: ...Control of a Vehicle 322 Convenience Net 173 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 230 Heater Engine 141 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 418 Cooled Seats 12 Cooling System 422 Cruise Control 194 Cruise Control Light 237 Cupholder s 170 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation 545 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 539 Customer Assistance Offices 540 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 5...

Страница 559: ...cle Customization 254 DIC Warnings and Messages 245 Driving At Night 350 City 354 Defensive 318 Driving cont Drunken 319 Freeway 355 Hill and Mountain Roads 358 In Rain and on Wet Roads 351 Off Road 334 Recovery Hooks 365 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 364 Winter 360 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 212 DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System 299 E Electrical System Add On Equipment 502 Center...

Страница 560: ...ecorders EDR 547 Exit Lighting 205 Extender Safety Belt 59 Exterior Lamps 197 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 408 Finish Damage 500 Flashers Hazard Warning 186 Flat Tire 472 Flat Tire Changing 473 Flat Tire Storing 488 Fluid Automatic Transmission 411 Power Steering 427 Windshield Washer 428 Fog Lamp Light 237 Fog Lamps 204 Front Axle 440 Fuel 395 Additives 396 California Fuel 396 Filling a Portable F...

Страница 561: ...eimbursement Program 541 H Hazard Warning Flashers 186 Head Restraints 17 Headlamp Aiming 441 Headlamps Automatic Headlamp System 203 Bulb Replacement 445 Daytime Running Lamps 202 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 445 High Low Beam Changer 189 On Reminder 202 Heated Seats 11 12 Heated Steering Wheel 187 Heater 212 Highbeam On Light 237 High Speed Operation Tires 458 Highway Hypnosis 357 Hill ...

Страница 562: ... Exterior 197 Fog 204 Reading 205 LATCH System Child Restraints 73 License Plate Lamps 447 Liftgate Power 126 Liftgate Liftglass 124 Liftglass Liftgate 124 Light Airbag Readiness 224 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 229 Brake System Warning 228 Charging System 227 Cruise Control 237 Fog Lamp 237 Highbeam On 237 Lights On Reminder 237 Low Fuel Warning 239 Malfunction Indicator 232 Oil Pressure 236 Pa...

Страница 563: ...rier 172 Lumbar Power Controls 10 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services 519 At Each Fuel Fill 523 At Least Once a Month 524 At Least Once a Year 524 Introduction 514 Maintenance Footnotes 521 Maintenance Record 531 Maintenance Requirements 514 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 529 Owner Checks and Services 523 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 527 Scheduled Maintenance 517 Using 5...

Страница 564: ... Road Driving 334 Off Road Recovery 331 Oil Engine 403 Pressure Light 236 Oil Engine Oil Life System 406 Older Children Restraints 60 Online Owner Center 539 OnStar System see OnStar Manual 163 Other Warning Devices 186 Outlet Adjustment 217 Outlet s Accessory Power 210 Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors 160 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 421 Owner Checks and Services 523 Owners Canadian ...

Страница 565: ...Answers About Safety Belts 42 R Radios 265 Care of Your CD and DVD Player 315 Care of Your CDs and DVDs 315 Navigation Radio System see Navigation Manual 299 Radio with CD and DVD 268 Rear Seat Audio 310 Setting the Time 267 Theft Deterrent 312 Understanding Reception 314 Rainsense II Wipers 191 Reading Lamps 205 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls 218 Rear Axl...

Страница 566: ...t 552 General Motors 553 United States Government 552 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems 106 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 107 Retained Accessory Power RAP 139 Right Front Passenger Position Safety Belts 51 Road Sensing Suspension 325 Roadside Service 541 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 364 Routing Engine Drive Belt 530 Running Boards Power 130 Running the En...

Страница 567: ...Position 84 Rear Seat Position 82 Right Front Seat Position 85 Security Light 236 Service 392 Accessories and Modifications 393 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 395 California Proposition 65 Warning 393 Doing Your Own Work 394 Engine Soon Light 232 Publications Ordering Information 553 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 104 Setting the Time 267 Sheet Metal Damage 499 Shifting In...

Страница 568: ...ent 133 PASS Key III 135 PASS Key III Operation 135 Third Row Seat 33 Throttle Adjustable 141 Tilt Wheel 187 Tire Pressure Light 231 Tires 450 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels Cleaning 498 Buying New Tires 465 Chains 471 Changing a Flat Tire 473 Cleaning 499 Different Size 467 High Speed Operation 458 If a Tire Goes Flat 472 Inflation Tire Pressure 456 Inspection and Rotation 463 Installing the Sp...

Страница 569: ...ission Fluid Automatic 411 Transmission Operation Automatic 142 Trip Odometer 222 Turn and Lane Change Signals 188 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 188 U Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA 206 Understanding Radio Reception 314 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 468 Universal Home Remote System 165 Operation 166 V Vehicle Control 322 Damage Warnings 5 Loading 366 Symbols 5 Vehicle Customization DIC 254 V...

Страница 570: ...e 469 Different Size 467 Replacement 470 Where to Put the Restraint 72 Windows 131 Power 132 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades Cleaning 498 Rainsense II Wipers 191 Washer 192 Washer Fluid 428 Wiper Blade Replacement 448 Wiper Fuses 503 Wipers 190 Windshield Rear Washer Wiper 193 Winter Driving 360 X XM Radio Messages 297 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 316 Y Your Vehicle and the Environment ...

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