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Страница 2: ...nformation Center DIC 3 46 Restraint System Check 1 66 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 27 Audio System s 3 64 Driving your vehicle 4 1 Towing 4 48 Service 5 3 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Service and AppearanceCare 5 1 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Rear Axle 5 49 Four wheel Drive 5 50 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 57 Tires 5 58 Appearance Care 5 85 Vehicle...

Страница 3: ...ehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No C2318A First Edition Canadian Owners You can obtain a French copy of this manual from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual ManV people read their owner s manual from b eginnin to endwhen they first receive their new vehicle If you do this it will help you ...

Страница 4: ...ing Thesemean ti s somet____lg L i t could hurt I you or otherpeople I I 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 don t you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen iii ...

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

Страница 6: ...TACHlNG FASTEN SEAT BELTS MOVE SEAT FULLY REARWARD z SECURE CHILD SEAT PULL BELT COMPLETELY rHEN SECURE CHILD SEAT POWER WINDOW AIR BAG DO NOT INSTALL A REAR FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INTHIS SEATING POSITION DO NOT INSTALL A ORWARD FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INTHIS SEATING POSITION TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DOOR UNLOCK LOCK a FOG 0 LAMPS L ENGINE COOLANT rh TEMP CHARGING BAlTERY S...

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Страница 8: ...elts Properly 1 16 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children Where to Put the Restraint 1 41 Top Strap 1 42 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 43 Children LATCH System 1 43 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Securing a Child Restraint in aRearSeat Securing a Child Restraint in theCenter Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Position 1 45 Front Seat Position 1 47 Front Seat Position 1 48 Air Bag Sy...

Страница 9: ...you want it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure that the seat is lockedinto place Power Seats Horizontal Control If your vehicle has a power seat you can adjust it with the horizontal control located on the outboard edge of the seat s Raise or lower the front of the seat by raising or lowering the forward edge of the control Raise or lower the rear of the se...

Страница 10: ...oward the front of the vehicle See Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 5for further information Power Lumbar t _ I I _l _ 1 Ifyouhavepowerlumbar I adjustment youcan increase or decrease lumbar support in the lower seatback The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion To increase support in thelowerback area press and hold the front of the control Let go of the control when the lower s...

Страница 11: ...l when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of support Heated Seats a Your vehicle may have heated front seats The buttons usedto control this feature are located on the front doors The engine must be running for the heated seat feature to work To heat the entire seat press the horizontal button with the heated seat symbol Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings of high ...

Страница 12: ...f the seatback button will cycle through the heat levels for the seatback only Press the horizontal button again to heat the whole seat The heated front seats will shut off automatically when the ignition is turned off Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the front seatback lift the lever The lever is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want i...

Страница 13: ... The shoulder belt can t do its job In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt couldgo 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 vehicleis in motion havethe seatback upright Thensit well back in the seat and wear...

Страница 14: ... so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash The rear seat head restraints in your vehicle are adjustable They work the same as the front seat head restraints ...

Страница 15: ... the rear head restraints all the way down 2 Pull the seat loop located where the seatback and seat cushion meet The seat will release and allow you to tilt it toward the front of the vehicle 3 Grasp the seatback and pull it toward the front of the vehicle Push it down until it is flat You may have to move the front seats forward slightly to do this 4 Repeat the procedure for the other side To ret...

Страница 16: ...d on the seatback to be sure it is locked A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted won t 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 belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted 1 9 ...

Страница 17: ...ou are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too It is extremely da erous to Ae in a cargo area inside or outside ofa vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride inany area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure every...

Страница 18: ...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 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a sea...

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Страница 20: ...or the instrument panel The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it couldbe the windshield 1 13 ...

Страница 21: ...lt even if you re 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 or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense 1 14 ...

Страница 22: ...t the most protection That s true not onlyin frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from A You may be an excellent driver but if you re in an accident even one that isn t your fault you and your passengers can be hurt Being a good driver doesn t protect you from things beyond your control such as bad drivers home why should I wea...

Страница 23: ...he driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until i...

Страница 24: ...his applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide 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 s a sudden stop or a c...

Страница 25: ... belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way I You ca 3e serioL y 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 1 18 ...

Страница 26: ... be seriously injured if your be s buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt wouldgo up over your abdomen The belt forces would bethere not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 19 ...

Страница 27: ...dif your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would thenbe applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 20 ...

Страница 28: ...seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under yourarm In a crash your body would movetoo far forward which would increase the chanceof head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strongas shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen ...

Страница 29: ...e belt is twisted across the body You can be seriousl mjured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 22 ...

Страница 30: ...lts To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Before you close the door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy 1 23 ...

Страница 31: ...ty belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature happens unintentionally just let the belt go back all can sit in the center positions the way and start again whichmay turn off the passenger sfrontal air bag If this If your vehicle has front andrearbenchs...

Страница 32: ... the sameway asthe lap havea lap safetybelt whichhas no retractor To make part of a lap shoulder belt If thebeltisn t long the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along enough see SafetyBeltExtenderonpage 1 31 the belt 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 1 25 ...

Страница 33: ...ar seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts 1 26 ...

Страница 34: ...t quickly if you ever had to 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again 3 TOmake the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt...

Страница 35: ...ould 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 restrainingforces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash 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 aga...

Страница 36: ... belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide available for each outside passenger position in the rear seat Here s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Remove the guide from the storage clip on the side of the rear...

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Страница 38: ...ill be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1 26 Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze...

Страница 39: ...ly 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 crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use...

Страница 40: ...a rear seat outside position move the child toward the center of the vehicle See Rear Safety BeltComfot Guides for Children and Small Adults on page 7 29 If the child is sitting in the 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 bel...

Страница 41: ... the child s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the 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...

Страница 42: ... t weigh much until a crash During a crasha baby will become so heavy it is not possible to holdit For example in a crash at only25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint 1 35 ...

Страница 43: ... system is designed for them Young children and infantsneed 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 whe...

Страница 44: ... and its head weighs so much compared withthe rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be securedin appropriate infant restraints The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom t...

Страница 45: ...fant car bed A a special bed madeforuse in a harness system holdstheinfant in place and in a crash motor vehicle is an infant restraintsystemdesigned acts to keep theinfantpositioned in the restraint to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle 1 38 ...

Страница 46: ...ces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 39 ...

Страница 47: ...aps and a crotch strap Ashield may take the place of hip straps A T shapedshield has shoulder straps that are attachedto a flat padwhich rests low againstthe child s body A shelf or armrest typeshield has straps that are attachedto a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to theside When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will h...

Страница 48: ...the inflating airbag Be sure the air bag is off before using a rear facing child restraint inthe right front seat position CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turnoff the passenger s frontal air bag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee thatan air bag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance ...

Страница 49: ... read and follow the instructions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored don t use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facingchild restrai...

Страница 50: ... order to get to the brackets you ll have to fold the rear seatback s See Rear Seat Operation on page 7 8for information on folding the rear seatbacks Lower Anchorages andTop Tethers for Children LATCH System Your vehicle may have the LATCH system If it does you ll find anchors A in the second row seats where the seatback meets the seat cushion To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this ...

Страница 51: ...ild restraint that has attaching points B at its base anda top tether anchor C or a rear facing child restraint that has attaching points El as shown here With this system use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle s safety belts to secure a child restraint 1 44 ...

Страница 52: ...n the Index for informationon how to securea child restraint in your vehicle i Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position if your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 43 You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See Top Strap on page 1 42if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructionsthat ca...

Страница 53: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 46 ...

Страница 54: ... tighten the belt To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position Don t use child restraints in this position The restraints won t work properly 6 Pushand pull the child restraint in diff...

Страница 55: ...f Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint Unless your vehicle has the passenger sensing system never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why If your vehicle has the passenger sensing system and you need to secure a rear facingchild restraint in the right front passenger sseat the passenger s air bag ...

Страница 56: ...s one 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 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a child restraint if you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat position See Power Seats on page...

Страница 57: ...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 1 50 ...

Страница 58: ...ssenger s frontal air bag is off before you begin to drive If the air bag has been turned off the off indicator will light and stay lit when the key is turned to RUN or START If the on indicator is lit the passenger s frontal air bag has not been turned off If this ever happens turn the vehicle off unbucklethe safety belt and perform the steps to install the rear facing restraint again After resta...

Страница 59: ... impact air bag for the driver the words AIR BAG will appear on the air bag covering on the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door Ifyour vehicle has a side impactair bag for the right front passenger the words AIR BAG will appear on the air bag covering on the side of the right front passenger s seatback closestto the door Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury...

Страница 60: ...n more forceful air bags have provided in the past The side impact air bags for the driver and right front passengerare designed to inflate CAUTION Continued on in model e to severe crashes where something hits the side of your vehicle They aren t designed to inflate in frontal in rollover or in rear crashes Everyone in your vehicle shouldwear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air b...

Страница 61: ... a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Older Children or Infants and Young Children There is a air bag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See A...

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Страница 63: ... air bag must be keptclear Don t put anything betweenan occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on ornear any other air bag covering Don t let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact airbag If your vehicle has one the right front passenger s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger s seatback closest to the door 1 56 ...

Страница 64: ...form such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags are not designedto inflate in rollovers rear impacts or in many side impacts because inflation would not help the occupant Seat Position Sensors Vehicles with dual stage air bags are also equipped with special sensors which enable the sensing system to monitor the position of both...

Страница 65: ...or vehicles with side impact air bags the air bag modules are located in the seatback closest to the driver s and or right front passenger s door How Does an Air Bag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheelor the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the ve...

Страница 66: ...ontact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leavingthe vehicle When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a historyof asthma ...

Страница 67: ...frontal air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system and when the system commands are bag inflation It records the status of the driver s safety belt usage in a crash in which the air bag deploys or a crash in which the air bag nearly deploys The module also records speed engine RPM brake and throttle data Let only qualified technicianswork on your air bag system...

Страница 68: ... Indicator United States Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator Canada The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger s frontal air bag under certain conditions The driver s air bag and the side air bags are not part of the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger s seat and safety belt The sensors are des...

Страница 69: ...oy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off General Motors therefore recommends that rear facing child retraints be secured inthe rear seat whenever possible even if the air bag is off The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal air bag if the right front passenger seat is unoccupied the system determines that an infant is present in...

Страница 70: ...ssenger s seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the air bag to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the air bag is active For some children who have outgrown child restraints and for very small adults the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger s frontal air bag depending upon the person s seating posture and body bu...

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Страница 72: ... air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for youis qualified to doso Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Q Is there anything I might add to the front or sides of the vehicle that could keep the air bags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change your vehicle s frame bumper system front end or side sheet metal ...

Страница 73: ...Continued 1 66 may not properly protr 3 personu t resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacementsmade as soon as possible If you ve had a crash do you need new belts or LATCH system parts After avery minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stret...

Страница 74: ...Positions 2 27 Starting Your Engine 2 28 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 2 29 Engine Coolant Heater 2 30 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 31 Four wheel Drive 2 34 Parking Brake 2 38 Shifting Out of Park P 2 41 Engine Exhaust 2 43 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 43 Shifting Into Park P 2 39 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 42 Mirrors 2 45 Automatic DimmingRearview Mirror with Onstar...

Страница 75: ...ox CenterOverheadConsole Front Armrest Storage Area CenterConsole Storage Area Luggage Carrier 2 55 2 55 2 59 2 59 2 59 2 59 2 59 2 60 Rear Storage Area 2 61 Cargo Cover Panels 2 61 All Weather Cargo Area 2 72 Top Box Storage 2 77 Tonneau Cover 2 77 Sunroof 2 84 Vehicle Personalization 2 85 Memory Seat 2 85 2 2 ...

Страница 76: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the powerwindows or other controls or evenmake the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 3 ...

Страница 77: ...rference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interferencethat 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 interference and 2 This device must accept any interferencereceived including interferencethat may cause undesired operation of th...

Страница 78: ... options for each press of the unlock button such as having the vehicle s perimeter lamps come on and or having the horn chirp See DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 46for more information Lock Pressing this button once will lock all of the doors Pressing the button again within three seconds may cause the horn to chirp for lock confirmation You can choose different feedback options for each pre...

Страница 79: ...our remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the battery Notice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfa...

Страница 80: ...ren t locked So wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extremeheat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening Young children who get i...

Страница 81: ...elayed locking feature is in use Pressingthe power lock switch or the lock button on the keyless entry transmitter twice will overridethe delayed locking feature and immediately lock all the doors You can turn the delayed lockingfeature off or back on again by doing the following 1 Press and hold the power door lock switch in the 2 Press unlock twice on the remote keyless entry lock position trans...

Страница 82: ...m timer will begin You are now ready to program the automatic door locks 3 Select one of the three programming options listed previously and press the lock side of the power door lock switch to cycle through the lock options You will have 30 seconds to begin programming if you exceed the 30 second limit the locks will automatically lock and unlock and the horn will chirp twice to indicate that you...

Страница 83: ...ce and a 30 second programtimer will begin 3 You are now ready to program the automatic door locks Select one of the four programming options listed previously and press the unlock side of the power door lock switch to cycle through the unlocking options You will have 30 seconds to begin programming If you exceed the 30 second limit the locks will automatically lock and unlock and the horn will ch...

Страница 84: ...en one of the rear doors 2 Move the lever forward to engage the rear door security iock 3 Close the door 4 Do the same thing to the other rear door The rear doors or your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use If you want to open the rear door while the security lock is engaged unlock the door and open the doorfrom the outside Move the lever rearward to disengage the ...

Страница 85: ...h If you must drive with the cargo covers on and the tailgate and midgate open or if I CAUTION Continued I CAUTION Co hued electrical w ngorlercable connec Ins must pass through the seal between the body and the midgate Make sure all windows areshut Turn the fan on your heatingo r cooling system to its highest speed with the setting onOUTSIDE AIR That will force outside air into your vehicle See C...

Страница 86: ...ways besure that it is stored securely in the midgate storage pocket Do not remove the rear glass when the rear defroster is on If you remove the rear glass withthe rear defroster on you may see a discharge spark coming from the latch area To remove the rear glass do the following 1 Fold the rear seats See Rear Seat Operation on page 7 8 for more information The front seats may have to be moved fo...

Страница 87: ...e glass catch release button C will catch the rear glass and prevent it from falling forward Follow the next step to release the button and remove the rear glass 3 While holding the rear glass in place press the glass catch release button and pull the top of the rear glass toward you using the grab handle s B located at the top of the rear glass 2 14 ...

Страница 88: ...les to assist you in removing the rear glass 5 Load the rear glass in its storage pocket in the midgate using the lower edge of the rear glass to guide it behind the three rear glass retaining tabs E Hold the rear glass flat against the storage pocket with grab handles facing you until the next step 2 15 ...

Страница 89: ...w the lock knob to engage more easily Once both glass lock knobs are in the locked position the rear glass is securely stored 7 Push both latch levers A up to the locked position You should hear a click when each latch lever locks correctly Rear seats can be returnedto the normal position when the rear glass is out and stored properly in the storage pocket 2 16 ...

Страница 90: ... glass so they unlatch 2 Hold the rear glass in place with one hand and turn the glass lock knobs located at both top corners of the glass storage pocket to the unlocked position 3 Pull the rear glass out fromthe storage pocket using the grab handles 4 With the rear glass tilted at an angle place the bottom edge in the lower channel of the window frame 2 17 ...

Страница 91: ...assist you 6 Use one hand to push the rear glass flat against the window frame and with your free hand push each latch lever up until it locks You should hear a click when each latch lever locks correctly Lowering the Midgate The Midgate can be loweredto allow the cargo areaof your vehicle to extend into the cab The rear glass can be either installed in its normal position or it can be removed and...

Страница 92: ...e information At this point you maychoose to remove the rear glass following the instructions given previously or leave the rear glass in place Rear Glass in Normal Position 2 Standing outside of the vehicle place one hand against the Midgate so it does not fall forward unexpectedly Turn the Midgate handle clockwise and pull the Midgate toward you 3 Lower the Midgate until it is flat 2 19 ...

Страница 93: ...ou If you lower the Midgate with the rear glass in the stored position you will notice that the entire crossbar the bar with the release handle will lower withthe Midgate This is completely normal however since the crossbar lowers with the Midgate it will be heavier As you lower the Midgate in this configuration be ready for the extra weight and be careful not to let the Midgate fall out of your h...

Страница 94: ...le pulling the tailgate toward you To shut the tailgate firmly push it upward until it latches After you put the tailgate back up pull it back towards you to be sure it is latched securely Tailgate Removal The tailgate on your vehicle can be removed toallow for different loading situations Although the tailgate can be removed without assistance you may want someone to assist you with the removal t...

Страница 95: ...2 With the tailgate at a slight upward angle pull back on the tailgate at the right edge so it releases from the block hinge arrow and then move the tailgate to the right to release the left edge 2 22 ...

Страница 96: ... thewindows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 23 ...

Страница 97: ...you to lower the window without continuously pressing the switch Press the top of the window switch down briefly to activate the feature Lightly tap the switch to open the window slightly The express down feature can be interrupted at any time by pulling up on the top of the switch Lockout Switch Press the lockout switch to prevent passengers from operating the power windows A small light in the l...

Страница 98: ...king lamps will flash for two minutes and the horn will sound for 30 seconds then will turn off to save the battery power You can choose different feedback options for the alarm See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 46 Remember the theft deterrent system won t activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock It activates only if you use a power door lock switch with the ...

Страница 99: ... system Passlock is a passivetheft deterrentsystem Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with the fuel system is disabled and the vehicle will not start During normal operation the security light will turn off approximatelyfive seconds after the key is turned to RUN If the engine stalls ...

Страница 100: ...irst 200 miles 322km or so During this time your new brake linings aren t yet brokenin Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions With your key in the ignition switch you can turn it to ...

Страница 101: ... only Notice Don t try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transaxle Shift toPARK 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 Notice Holding your key inSTART for longer than 15 seconds at a time will ...

Страница 102: ...ine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal If your vehicle has this feature you can change the position of the throttle and brake pedals This feature is designed for shorter drivers since the pedals cannot move farther away from the standard position but can move forward for better p...

Страница 103: ...0 volt AC outlet Plugging the cord intoanungrou ou t could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 1IO volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug an...

Страница 104: ...P See Shifting Into Park P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index I It is d gerou 0 get out of y icle if the shift lever is not fully inPARK P with the parking brake firmlyset Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engineis running unless you haveto If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured ...

Страница 105: ...driving If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than about 35 mph 55 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 55 km h ormore push the accelerator all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power DRIVE D can be used whentowing a trailer carrying a heavy load driving on steep hills or for off road driving You may want to shift the...

Страница 106: ...ou stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transmission Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill On cold days approximately32 F OOC or colder your transmission is designed to shift differently until the engine reaches normal operating temperature This is intendedto improve heater ...

Страница 107: ...HIGH 4HI or 4 WHEEL LOW 4LO positions for a long time on dry or wet pavement could shorten the life of your vehicle s drivetrain Front Axle Locking Feature The front axle locks and unlocks automatically when you shift the transfer case Some delay for the axle to lock or unlock is normal Automatic Transfer Case I I Shifting thetr sfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicleto rolleven if the transmi...

Страница 108: ...ower is sent only to the rear wheels When the vehicle senses a loss of traction the system will automatically engage four wheel drive Driving in this mode results in slightly lower fuel economy than 2HI R4 0 4HI Use the 4HI position when you need extra traction such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off road situations This setting also engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle This is ...

Страница 109: ... service See Service 4WD message under Driver lnformation Center DE on page3 46 Shifting into 4HI or AUTO 4WD Press and release the 4 hi or AUTO 4WD switch This can be done at any speed except when shifting from 4LO and the indicator light will flash while shifting It will remain illuminatedwhen the shift is completed Shifting into 2HI Press and release the 2 hi switch This can be done at any spee...

Страница 110: ...ehicle is parked so that it will not roll 2 Settheparkingbrake 3 Start the vehicle or turn the ignition to RUN 4 Connect the vehicle to the towing vehicle 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Put the transmission in NEUTRAL N Shift the transfer case to 2HI Simultaneously press and hold the 2HI and 4LO buttons for 10 seconds The red NEUTRAL light will come on when the transfer case shift to NEUTRAL is complete Shift th...

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

Страница 112: ... move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow With four wheel drive if your transfer caseis in NEUTRAL your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P So be sure the transfer case is ina drive gear not in NEUTRAL If you re pullinga trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2...

Страница 113: ...lyin PARK P with the parking brake firmly set If you have four wheeldrive your vehicle will be freeto roll even if your lever is in PARK P if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL So be sure the transfercase is in a drive gear not NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive Automatic TransferCase in the Index And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others coul...

Страница 114: ...se the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may needto have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when...

Страница 115: ...Parking Over Things That Burn Things that n I n could touch hot exh st parts under your vehicle and ignite Don t park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn 2 42 ...

Страница 116: ...vehicle Drive it only with all the windows down to 0 Have your vehicle fixed immediately blow out any CO and Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know 1 Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle See the earlier Caution under Engine Exhaust ...

Страница 117: ... be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P Four wheel dri vehicles w the tl f e r case in NEUTRAL will allow the vehicle to roll even if your shift leveris in PARK P So be sure the transfercase is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL Always set your parkingbrake Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle ...

Страница 118: ...e following 1 2 Press and hold the on off button for approximately four seconds until either a flashing OF or C appears Press the button again tochange the display to the desired unit of measurement Afterapproximately four secondsof inactivity the new unit will be locked in and the compass temperature display will return Electrochromic Mirror Operation The electrochromic self dimming mirror functi...

Страница 119: ...f not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Find yow 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 appearsin the display The compass is now in zone mode 3 Keep pressing the on off button until the desired zone number appear...

Страница 120: ...pped with a passengerair bag indicator on the mirror glass just above the buttons If your vehicle has this feature the mirror will display the word ON or an air bag symbol in Canada when the passenger air bag is enabled For more information see Passenger Sensing Systemon page 1 6I Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not ...

Страница 121: ...ed Once the mirror is turned off it will remain off until it is turned back on or until the vehicle is restarted Compass Operation Press the COMP button once briefly to turn the compass on or off When the ignition and the compass feature are on the compass will show two character boxes for approximately two seconds After two seconds the mirror will display the compass heading When cleaning the mir...

Страница 122: ...rtain circumstances as during a long distance cross countrytrip it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance Compassvariance is the difference between earth s magnetic north and true geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compasscould give false readings To adjust for compass variance 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone ...

Страница 123: ... the mirror control to the middle position The mirror control will illuminate Press the left or right side of the mirror control to slide the mirror heads away or toward the body of the vehicle Adjust the mirror glass by using the power mirror switches See Outside Power Mirrors on page 2 50 Outside Power Mirrors The controls are located on the driver s door armrest Move the upper selector switch t...

Страница 124: ...ou vehicle may have this feature A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Wher you press this button a defogger warms the heated driver s and passenger s outside rearview mirrors to help clear ...

Страница 125: ... position when the vehicle is in REVERSE R This feature may be useful in allowing you to view the curb when you are parallel parking When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE R and a short delay has occurred the passenger s and or driver s mirror will return to its original position To change the preselected tilt position adjustthe mirrors to the desired position while the vehicle is in REVERSE R...

Страница 126: ...tar equipped vehicle s glove box literature For more information visit www onstar com contact OnStap at 1 888 4 ONSTAR I 888 466 7827 or press the blue Onstar button to speak to an Onstar advisor 24 hours a day 7 days a week Onstar Services Onstar provides a number of service plans to closely meet your needs Some of the services currently provided by Onstar are Automatic Notification of Air Bag De...

Страница 127: ...entertainment and information topics such as traffic and weather reports stock quotes and sports scores You listen to your e mail through your vehicle s speakers and reply with your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road A completed Subscription Service Agreement is required prior to delivery of Onstar services and prepaid calling minutes are also required for Onstar Personal Calling and Ons...

Страница 128: ...1982 www homelink com or by calling 1 800 355 351 5 If your vehicle is equipped with the HomeLink Transmitter it complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 thisdevice must accept any interference received including interferencethat may cause undesired operation Keep the original transmitter for ...

Страница 129: ... and hold both the desired button on HomeLink and the hand held transmitter button Do not release the buttons until Step 4 has been completed Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to substitute Step 3 with the procedure noted in Gate Operator and Canadian Programming later in this section 4 The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly after HomeLink successful...

Страница 130: ...HomeLink buttons begin with Step 2 of Programming HomeLink Do not repeat Step 1 Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or qtiit after several seconds of transmission This may not be long enough for HomeLink to pick up the signal during programming Similarly some U S gate operators are manufactured to time out in the same manner ...

Страница 131: ... the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds 30 seconds Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained follow these steps 1 2 Press and hold the desired HomeLink button Do not release the button The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds While still holding the HomeLink button proceed with Step 2 under Progra...

Страница 132: ... lid pop up and swing open The storage compartment has a cassette compact disc holder The holder will store up to 6 compact disc cases and 5 cassette tape cases or a total of 11 cassette tape cases if not used to store cassette or compact disc cases the storage area can be used to store a laptop computer To use the writing table pull the latch at the rear of the table and swing the writing table f...

Страница 133: ...e luggage and cargo are still securely fastened 0 If small heavy objects are placed on the roof 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 to the siderail supports Tie the load to the crossrails orthe siderail supports Usethe crossrails only to keep the load from sliding To move the crossrails pullout on the latch release...

Страница 134: ...er You or others could be injured If you remove a panel always store it in the proper storage location When you put it back always besure that is securely reattached Notice Each cargo cover is designed to support 250 Ibs 113 kg on top o f them Exceedingthe weight limit can damagethe cargo covers This damage would not be covered by your vehicle s warranty Your vehicle may be equipped with a three p...

Страница 135: ...numbers embossed on the upper center portion of each panel The panels are labeled 1 2 and 3 There are also numbered labels on the bottom of the panels The numbers on the top and bottom of the panels will be used as reference when removing storing and reinstalling the panels x 2 2 Remove cargo panel 3 by pulling the left and right cargo panel latches located on the bottom of each cargo panel toward...

Страница 136: ...ds 4 Remove cargo panel 2 if you need to in the same way and set it aside x 4 5 Remove cargo panel 1 if you need to but notice that there are four latches to release two left side latches and two right side latches Set the panel aside After you have removed each cargo panel you can store it within the cargo storage area using the cargo panel storage bag 2 63 ...

Страница 137: ...o storage area by attaching the four clips on the cargo bag to the tie down locations on either sideof the storage area It is very important that you use the storage bagto restrain the cargo panels during driving Before storing the cargo panels be sure that the latches are in the closed locked position The latches are in the closed locked position when they are parallel to the front and back edge ...

Страница 138: ... storage sequence and location for each panel U Panels 3 2 1 Loaded 2 Starting with cargo panel 1 the panel with four latches load the cargo panel with latches facing outboard side of panel with no latches should be facing you as you load the panel 2 65 ...

Страница 139: ... inboard side of panel with latches would be facing you as you load the panel 4 Store cargo panel 3 by loading the cargo panel with latches at the top of the bag and facing outboard side of panel with no latches should be facing you as you load the panel 5 Zip the bag shut 2 66 ...

Страница 140: ...6 Tighten both straps on the bag by pulling on the free end of the straps 7 Close both top and bottom mechanisms at the center of the bag bag should now be tightly secured 2 67 ...

Страница 141: ... in use or you can store it outside of the vehicle Left Side Shown Right Side Similar 2 Starting with cargo panel 1 place the latches in the open unlocked position Place cargo panel 1 on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up Push the panel forward until it is snug against the Midgate and then let the back of the panel down being sure that the alignment pegs align with t...

Страница 142: ...can lock the right latch If you do not follow this exactly the cargo cover panels may not lock in place correctly 4 Install cargo cover 2 next Place the latches in the open unlocked portion Place the cargo cover panel on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up Left Side Shown Right Side Similar Push the panel forward until it is snug against the other panel and then let t...

Страница 143: ...er 3 next Place the latches in the open unlocked position Place the cargo cover panel on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up Left Side Shown Right Side Similar Push the panel forward until it is snug against the other panel and then let the back of the panel down being sure that the alignment pegs align with the receivers see arrow 2 7 ...

Страница 144: ... Tie Downs There are eight cargo tie downs in the rear cargo area You can use these to strap cargo in The tie downs are also used tosecure the cargo cover panel storage bag or the tonneau cover storage bag if your vehicle is equipped with either For more information see Cargo Cover Panels earlier in this section and Tonneau Cover on page 2 77 2 71 ...

Страница 145: ...e rail channels catch cups midgate drain cargo area floor drains and the rubber cargo mat These are all part of the water management system which is designed to quickly direct water out of the cargo box Even when the water management system is working properly and the cover system is on there may be some instances heavy rains automated car washes etc when water may be present in the following area...

Страница 146: ... on cleaning each item of the water management system Top Drain Grates Removal and Cleaning The top drain grates are located near the rear glass on both sides of the vehicle You may need to clean the grates and drains if there seems to be blockage But first you will have to remove the drain grates by pulling them off of the vehicle To remove each drain grate do the following 1 Start with the cargo...

Страница 147: ...rain grate do the following 1 Line up the clips on the vehicle with the slots in the 2 When you are sure that the clips are aligned with The grate should clip into place Don t force the grate if it won t clip into place realign the clips with the holes and try again grate the slots push the grate down firmly 2 74 ...

Страница 148: ...ean water if you notice any debris collecting inside of them When loading cargo into the cargo area be careful not to damage the rails Midgate Drain Grate Removal and Cleaning The midgate drain grate is located near the base of the midgate the midgate side facing outside You will find a removable drain grate covering the drain 2 75 ...

Страница 149: ...n grate away from you and pull it the drain grate straight out Reverse the procedure to reinstall the drain grate Your vehicle also has four cargo areafloor drains located under the cargo mat near the sidesof the cargo area These drains should be cleaned periodically to allow water to exit the cargo area The cargo mat has cutouts for the drains You can flush the drains through the cutouts but if t...

Страница 150: ...open Turn on the cargo lamps if you need more light inside the Top Boxes See Cargo Lamps under Exterior Lamps on page 3 13 for more information on cargo lamps Use the ignitioddoor key to lock the top boxes properly stored tonneau covercomponents could be thrown about the vehicleduring a collision or sudden maneuver You or others could be injured If you remove the cover bows and rails alwaysstore t...

Страница 151: ...g Removing the Tonneau Cover A Front Rail D Rear Rail B Bows E Plastic Lip C Side Rails F Loop 1 Starting at the rear corner of the driver s side of the vehicle pull the loop F of the cover toward you and then pull up so the plastic lip E releases from the channel in the rear rail D and the side rail C 2 78 ...

Страница 152: ...ear rail 3 Roll the cover toward the front of the vehicle the plastic lip will release from the siderails as you roll the cover forward When you reach the front rail A pull the cover out from the front rail and roll up the rest of the cover 2 79 ...

Страница 153: ...d the straps attached to the front rail You can also store the tonneau cover outside of the vehicle or use the storage bag included 1 Attach the bag to the cargo tie downs as shown Unzip the top of the storage bag so it will be ready when you need to stow the tonneau cover 2 80 ...

Страница 154: ...bag shut 1 Remove the rear rail D by pulling it straight out from the side rails Set the rail aside 2 81 ...

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Страница 156: ...Both bows are the same size and therefore interchangeable to place the spring loaded bow end in first When placing the bows in the side rails it is easiest When placing the bows locate the small notches arrow in the side rails These notches receive the tang on the bow ends and help the bows seat into place When reinstallingthe tonneau cover start at the front near the cab Place the plastic lip int...

Страница 157: ... sunroof is also equipped with a sunshade which you can pull forward to block sun rays If a hand arm or other object is blocking the sunroof glass panel as it is closing the glass panel will stop at the obstruction After the obstruction is removed the glass panel can be closed or opened Use care not to leave the sunroof open for long periods of time as debris may collect in the tracks If the batte...

Страница 158: ...yless entry transmitters To store your memory seat throttle and brake pedals mirrors and radio presets do the following 1 Adjust the driver s seat including the seatback recliner lumbar and side wing area throttle and brake pedals both of the outside mirrors and the radio station presets to your preference 2 Press and hold the 1 or 2 for driver 1 or 2 button of the memory control for three seconds...

Страница 159: ...memory function are located on the driver s door c Easy Exit Seat This button is used to program and recall the desired driver s seat position when exiting entering the vehicle The seat position can be personalized for both driver 1 and driver 2 To store the seat exit positionfor driver 1 or 2 do the following 1 Select the desired driver number by pressingana releasing the 1 or 2 button or by pres...

Страница 160: ...er and Odometer 3 32 Tachometer 3 32 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 32 Air Bag Readiness Light 3 32 Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator 3 33 Charging System Light 3 35 Voltmeter Gage 3 35 Brake System Warning Light 3 36 Anti Lock BrakeSystem Warning Light 3 37 Traction Off Light 3 38 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 39 Transmission Temperature Gage 3 39 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 3 40 Oil Pressure G...

Страница 161: ...ture 3 101 DVD Distortion 3 101 UnderstandingRadioReception 3 101 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3 102 Care of Your CDs and DVDs 3 1 03 Care of Your CD and DVD Player 3 103 Cleaning the Video Screen 3 104 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 104 XMTMSatellite Radio Antenna System 3 104 DAB Radio Antenna System 3 104 3 2 ...

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Страница 163: ...Instrument Panel Overview I J K L M N 0 N P Q R S ...

Страница 164: ...d E Radio and OnStar Steering Wheel Controls F InstrumentPanelCluster G Gearshift Lever with Tow Haul Selector Button H Audio System I DomeOverrideButton J Fog Lamps Button K TurnSignaVMultifunctionLever L Hood Release M TiltLever N Driver Information CenterButtons DIC 0 ParkingBrakeRelease P ComfortControl System Q Lighter or Accessory Power Outlet If Equipped R Accessory Power Outlet If Equipped...

Страница 165: ...ng flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off To turn off the flashers press the button until the first click and release When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can use them to warn others Set...

Страница 166: ...he steering column under the turn signal lever To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then releasethe lever to lock the wheel in place Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following Turn and Lane Change Signals 0 Headlamp High Low BeamChanger Flash to Pass 0 Windshield Wipe...

Страница 167: ... avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and a blown fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 95 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 SIGNALON will also appear in the DIC To turn the chime and message off move t...

Страница 168: ...ose the delay time The closer to the top of the lever the shorter the delay Low Speed For steady wiping at low speed turn the band away from you to the first solid band past the delay settings m HighSpeed For high speed wiping turn the band further to the second solid band past the delay settings 0 Off To stop the wipers move the band to off Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades befo...

Страница 169: ...pingyour foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h If you apply your brakes the cruise control will shut off Cruise control can be dangerouswhere you can t drive safelyat a steadyspeed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such road...

Страница 170: ...RUISE light on the instrument panel will illuminate when the cruise control is engaged Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course disengages the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more YOU can move the cruise control switch briefly from on to resume accelerate YOU II go...

Страница 171: ... foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you setearlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may want to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep y...

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Страница 173: ...s 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 one minute for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is light outside During that delay your instrument panel cluster may not be as bright as usual Make sure your instrument panel b...

Страница 174: ...ock button on the keyless entry transmitter The lamps will time out or turn off once the engine is started You can program the puddle lamps not to come on if you choose See Driver lnformation Center DIC on page3 46 Fog Lamps If your vehicle has fog lamps you can use them for better vision in foggy or misty conditions Your parking lamps and or low beam headlamps must be on for your fog lamps to wor...

Страница 175: ...roof mounted lamp pressing the button will activate the lamp and illuminate an indicator light near the button Pressing the button again will turn off the roof mounted lamp If your vehicle has this button your vehicle may have the snow plow prep package For further informationsee Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment on page 4 54 Cargo Lamps You can use the cargo lamps if you need more light in ...

Страница 176: ...rol all the way up In this position the dome lamps will remain on whether a door is opened or closed T Dome Override Press this button located below the exterior lamp control to set the dome lamps to come on automaticallywhen a door is opened or remain off To turn the lamps off press the button into the in position With the button in this position the dome lamps will remain off when the doors are ...

Страница 177: ...amps can be adjusted to point in the direction you want Press the button again to turn the lamp off Your vehicle may also have reading lamps in other locations To turn on or off press the button locatednexr to the lamp The lamps are fixed and cannot be adjusted Battery Run Down Protection This feature shuts off the dome reading glove box and underhood lamps if they are left on for more than 20 min...

Страница 178: ...esigned for accessory plugs only Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter If your vehicle has this feature it is located in the center console or on the instrument panel Pull up on the ashtray door to open it if it is in the console or pull the door open it if i...

Страница 179: ...raturecan be adjusted even if the system is turned off This is possible since outside air will always flow 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 counterclockwiseor clockwise to lower or increase the cabin temperature The displaywill show the temperature setting decreasingor increasing and an ...

Страница 180: ...er the vehicle and will be directed to the floor This direction can be changed by pressing the mode button The temperature can also be adjusted using either temperature knob Press the up or down arrows on the fan switch the defrost button the AUTO button or the air conditioning button to turn the system on when it is off Use the steps below to piace the entire system in automatic mode 1 Press the ...

Страница 181: ...old air in cold weather the system will delay turning on the fan until warm air is available The length of delay depends on the engine coolant temperature Pressing the fan switch will override this delay and change the fan to a selected speed Manual Operation You may manually adjust the air delivery mode or fan speed 0 Off Press this button to turn off the entire climate control system Outside air...

Страница 182: ...ing your vehicle The light on the recirculation button will glow This is helpful when you are trying to limit odors entering your vehicle and for maximum air Conditioning performance in hot weather Press this button again to allow outside air to enter the vehicle The light on the recirculation button will Pressing this button cancels the auto recirculation feature To resume the auto recirculationf...

Страница 183: ...play will change to show the temperature setting both arrows and AUTO a Air Conditioning Press this button to turn the air conditioning compressor on and off Air Conditioning Off When you turn the air conditioning off this symbol will appear on the display When air conditioning is selected or in AUTO mode the system will run the air conditioning automatically to cool and dehumidify the air enterin...

Страница 184: ...control the fan speed if you select defrost from AUTO mode If the outside temperature is 40 F 4 C or warmer your air conditioning compressor will automatically run to help dehumidify the air and dry the windshield Rear Window Defogger If your vehicle has this feature the lines you see on the rear window warm the glass The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window ...

Страница 185: ...rd the windshield and the side window vents Cooler air is directed to the upper vents and warmer air to the floor vents i Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor vents with a little air directed to the windshield and the side window vents Recirculation The recirculationmode is used to recirculatethe air inside of your vehicle Use this mode to help prevent outside odors and or dust fro...

Страница 186: ... again This is normal Defogging and Defrosting There are two modes to choose from to clear fog or frost from your windshield Use the defog mode to clear the windows sf fog or moisture and warm the passengers Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwiseto select one of the following modes 3 Defog This mode directs the...

Страница 187: ... rear window Move the louvers up or down Use the thumbwheel next defogger is activated to or underneaththe outlet to close the louvers For The rear window defogger will automaticallyturn off the most efficient airflow and temperature control keep several minutes after the button is pressed Pressing the the outlet in the fully openedposition button while the defogger is running can also turn off th...

Страница 188: ...nt to the outside of your vehicle Climate Controls Personalization If your vehicle is equipped with the electronic climate control system you can store and recall the climate control settings for temperature air delivery mode and fan speed for two different drivers The personal choice settings recalled are determined by the transmitter used to enter the vehicle After the button with the unlock sym...

Страница 189: ... let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your 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 gag...

Страница 190: ...Instrument Panel Cluster United States 2500 series shown 1500 series Canada and North Face edition similar 3 31 ...

Страница 191: ...ur tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Notice Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area or engine damage may occur Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts unless the driver s safety beltis already buckled The safety belt ligh...

Страница 192: ...ter you start the your rearview mirror will have a passenger air bag status vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air indicator bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced righ Y c If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system may not be working properly The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could ...

Страница 193: ...main on or if there are no lights at all there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system See your dealer for service It 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 air bag A child in a rear facing child restraint can be...

Страница 194: ...a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not running but the ignition is in RUN this gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts When the engine is running the gage shows the condition of the charging system Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal ope...

Страница 195: ...ease fully If you try to drive with the parking brake engaged a chime will sound when the vehicle speed is greater than 3 mph 5 km h Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on and a chime sounds there could be a brake probl...

Страница 196: ...he anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If the light stays on or comes on when you re driving your vehicle needs service You will also hear a chime sound when the light is on steady If the regular brake system w...

Страница 197: ...light will come on and stay on to indicatethat the traction system is off This is normal operation To turn the system back on move the shift lever back to a position other than FIRST 1 the light should go off See Traction Assist System TAS on page 4 9 The light will come on and stay on if the TAS automatic engagement feature has been turned off To turn the system on press the TAS off on button the...

Страница 198: ...oling system is working beyond its capacity See Engine Overheating on page 5 27 Canada Your vehicle is equipped with a transmission temperature gage When your ignition is on the gage shows the temperature of the transmission fluid The normal operating range is from 100 F 38 C to about 265 F 130 C At approximately 265 F 130 C the DIC will display a TRANSMISSION HOT message and the transmission will...

Страница 199: ... air temperatures 0 hauling a large or heavy load 0 low transmission fluid level high transmission fluid level restricted air flow to the radiator A temporary solution to hotter transmissionoperating temperatures may be to let the transmissioncool down If the transmission is operated at higher temperatures on a frequent basis see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 5for the proper transmissionmaintena...

Страница 200: ... one of two ways 0 Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be requi...

Страница 201: ...ou 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 conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on If you experience one or more of these conditions change the fuel brand you use It will require at least one full tank ...

Страница 202: ...The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi pounds per square inch when the engine is running Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa kilopascals Oil pressure may vary with engine speed outside temperature and oil viscosity but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level o...

Страница 203: ...blem with the Passlock system Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock and you should see your dealer Also see Content Theft Deterrent onpage 2 25 for additional information regarding the security light Cruise Control Light The cruise light comes on whenever you set your cruise control See Cruise Control under Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 7 Tow HauI Mode Light 7 1 when the tow h...

Страница 204: ... the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full 0 It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage goes back to empty when you turn off the ignition Low Fuel Warning Light The light next to the fuel gage wil...

Страница 205: ...IC DIC Operation and Displays The DIC comes on when the ignition is on After a short delay the DIC will display the current driver 1 or 2 and the information that was last displayed before the engine was turned off If a problem is detected a warning message will appear on the display Pressing any of the four buttons will acknowledge clear most current warnings or service messages Some warnings tha...

Страница 206: ... the PERSONALTRIP is on turn it on or off by pressing the select button you will also be able to scroll through the following PERSONAL XX MI This shows the current distance traveled since the last reset for the personal trip odometer in either miles or kilometers 0 PERSONAL XX X MPG This shows the amount of fuel used for the personal trip PERSONAL AVGECONOMY This shows how many miles per gallon of...

Страница 207: ...f the information for the personal or business trip You can also reset the BUSINESS XX MI while it is displayed by pressing the reset stem on the cluster If you press and hold the reset stem or select button for four seconds the display will show the distance traveled since the last ignition cycle for the business trip Season Odometer Press the trip information button until SEASON ODOMETER appears...

Страница 208: ...stant fuel economy and the GM Oil Life System Press the fuel information button until RANGE appears to display the remaining distance you can drive without refueling It s based on fuel economy and the fuel remaining in the tank The display will show LOW if the fuel level is low The fuel economy data used to determine fuel range is an average of recent driving conditions As your driving conditions ...

Страница 209: ...tain your vehicle as recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual Also the oil change reminder will not detect dusty conditions or engine malfunctions that may affect theoil Also the oil change reminder does not measure how much oil you have in your engine So be sure to check your oil level often See Engine Oil on page 5 15 3 50 Personalization Button You can program certain features to ...

Страница 210: ...our options and press the personalization button while your choice is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature For more informationon alarm warning type see Contenl Theft Deterrenton page 2 25 Automatic Locking Press the personalization button until AUTOMATIC LOCKING appears in the display To select your personalizationfor automatic locking press the select button while AU...

Страница 211: ...ormation on automatic door locks see Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2 8 Seat Position Recall Press the personalizationbutton until SEAT POSITION RECALL appears in the display To select your personalizationfor seat position recall press the select button while SEAT POSITION RECALL is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices SEAT POSITION R...

Страница 212: ...E LOCK FEEDBACK appears in the display To select your personalizationfor the feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter press the select button while REMOTE LOCK FEEDBACK is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices LOCKFEEDBACK BOTH default The parking lamps will flash each time you press the button ...

Страница 213: ...time you press the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter Choose one of the four options and press the personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature Headlamps on at Exit Press the personalizationbutton until HEADLAMPS ON AT EXIT appears in the display To select your personalizationfor how long the headlamps will ...

Страница 214: ...se one of the four options and press the personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature For more information on tilt mirror in reverse see Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror with Curb ViewAssist on page 2 52 Easy Exit Seat Press the personalization button until EASY EXIT SEAT appears in the display To select your personalization for seat position...

Страница 215: ...onalization button and the trip information button at the same time The DIC will begin scrolling through the languages in their particular language English will be in English French will be in French and so on When you see the language that you would like release both buttons The DIC will then display the information in the language you chose You can also scroll through the different languages by ...

Страница 216: ...on will clear this message from the DIC display This message willclear itself after 10 seconds until the next igntion cycle LOW COOLANT LEVEL If the engine coolant level is low this message will appear on the DIC Adding coolant will clear the message This message will clear itself after 10 seconds until the next igntion cycle ENGINE COOLANT HOT If the cooling system temperature gets hot this messa...

Страница 217: ... begin driving the brake system needs service SERVICE BRAKE BOOSTER If your vehicle has vaccum assist power brakes this message will be displayed on the DIC when there is a problem with the Supplemental Brake Assist system If the message is displayed immediately after starting 3 58 the vehicle or the message appears while driving your Supplemental Brake Assist system needs service S Brake E 7Warni...

Страница 218: ...iven down to a lower elevation This is a normal operation of your brake system and does not require that the brake system be serviced However if the message does not clear your brake system needs service While the message is displayed you will notice that the brake pedal is harder to push and it will take longer to stop See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 36 Your brake system may not be w a l...

Страница 219: ...g the select button will acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display FUEL LEVEL LOW If the fuel level is low this message will appear on the DIC and you will hear a chime Refuel as soon as possible Pressing the select button will acknowledge this message immediatelyand clear it from the DIC display It will also clear itself after 10 seconds The low fuel light near the fuel gage will...

Страница 220: ...ution to hotter transmission operating temperatures may be to let the transmission cool down If the transmission is operated at higher temperatures on a frequent basis see ScheduledMaintenance on page 6 5for the proper transmission maintenance intervals TRANS HOT IDLE ENGINE If the transmission fluid in the vehicle gets hot this message will appear on the DIC along with a continuous chime Driving ...

Страница 221: ...vehicle check the door for obstacles and close the door again Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC Pressing the select button will acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display 3 62 RFA BATTERY LOW If a remote keyless entry transmitter battery is low this message will appear on the DIC The battery needs to be replaced in the transmitter Pressing the select button will ...

Страница 222: ... off road conditions and require more wheel spin See If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 45 To turn the Stabilitrak system back on press the Stabilitrak button again There are four conditions that can cause this message to appear One condition is overheating which could occur if Stabilitrak activates continuously for an extended period of time The message will also be displayed if t...

Страница 223: ...vanced engineering that went into it Your vehicle may have a feature called Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP you can play your audio system even after the ignition is turned off See Retained Accessory Power RAP under Ignition Positions on page 2 27 Setting the Time Your radio may have a button marked with an H or HR to represent hours and an M or MN to represent minutes Press and hold the hou...

Страница 224: ...n rare cases a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name orthe call letters will appear onthe display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the progr...

Страница 225: ...drive automatic volume increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive NONE will appear on the display if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed If you don t want to use automatic volume select OFF DlSP Display Push this knob to switch the display between radio station frequency and time Time display is availa...

Страница 226: ... another frequency The display will show your selections 4 SEEK b Press the right or the left arrow to seek to the next or to the previous station and stay there The radio will seek only to stations that are in the selected band and only tu those with a strong signal 4 SCAN b Press and hold oneof the arrows for more than two seconds The radio will produce one beep The radio will scan to a station ...

Страница 227: ...h pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Press and release the AUDIO knob until BASS MID or TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass midrange or treble level If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust the bass midrange and treble to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob The radio will prod...

Страница 228: ... RDS XMTM and DAB To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Turn the P TYPE LIST knob TYPE and a PTY 2 Select a category by turning the P TYPE will appear on the display LIST knob 3 Once the desired category is displayed press the SEEK TYPE button or one of the SEEK arrows to take you to the category s first station 4 If you want to go to another station within that category and the...

Страница 229: ...ocal or national emergencies When an alert announcement comeson the current radio station ALERT will appear on the display You will hear the announcement even if the volume is muted or a compact disc is playing If the compact disc player is playing play will stop during the announcement You will not be able to turn off alert announcements ALERT will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadc...

Страница 230: ...ed with DAB when the TRAF button is pressed DAB does not seek to a station that broadcaststraffic DAB only checks the current frequency for trafficsupport This function does not apply to XMTMSatellite Radio Service Traffic Interrupt Feature Your radio can interrupt the play of a CD or XMTM or DAB station Press the TRAF button The radio will seek to a station that broadcasts traffic announcements W...

Страница 231: ...XMTMRadio Messages Radio Display Message Condition Action equired on is needed This message should 3 72 ...

Страница 232: ...Your system is working properly The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed...

Страница 233: ...utton to reverse quickly within a track Press and hold this pushbuttonfor less than two seconds to reverse at six times the normal playing speed Press and hold it for more than two seconds to reverse at 17times the normal playing speed Release it to play the passage The display will show ET and the elapsed time 4 FWD Forward Press and hold this pushbutton to advance quickly within a track Press an...

Страница 234: ...sc will stop but remain in the player CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio A Eject Press this button to stop a CD when it is playing or to eject a CD when it is not playing Eject may be activated with either theignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is Pressed first Compact Disc Messages If the disc comes out it...

Страница 235: ...lable In rare cases a radio station may broadcast incorrect informationthat will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call letters will appearon the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of th...

Страница 236: ...s this button to select MIN MED or MAX Each higher setting will allow for more volume compensationat faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive automatic volume increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use automatic volume select OFF RCL Recall Push this knob to switch the display between th...

Страница 237: ...ery tune up or down you may be tuning to another station or to another frequency The display will show your selections k SEEK I Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there The radio will seek only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal k SCAN I Press and hold eitherSCANarrow for two seconds until SC appears...

Страница 238: ...Oknob until BASS MIDor TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or to decrease If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust bass midrange or treble to the middle position select BASS MID or TREB and push and hold the AUDIO knob The radio will produce one beep and adjust the display level to zero To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle posit...

Страница 239: ...n no tone or speaker controls are displayed The radio will produce one beep and CENTERED will appear on the display Finding a PTY Station RDS XMTM and DAB To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the P TYPE button P TYPE and the last selected PTY will be displayed on the screen 2 Select a category by turning the P TYPE knob 3 Once the desired category is displayed press eithe...

Страница 240: ...h to a stronger station with the same program type Press and hold BAND for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stronger stations Press and hold BAND again for two seconds to turn alternate frequency off AF OFF will appear on the display The radio will not switch to other stations When you turn the ignition off and then on again the al...

Страница 241: ...roadcasts traffic announcements To receive the traffic announcement from the tuned station press this button Brackets will be displayed around TRAF and when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements pressthis button and the radio will seek to a stationthat does When the radio finds a station that b...

Страница 242: ... seconds Your system is functioning correctly but you are in a location that is blocking the XM signal When you move into an oDen area the sianal should return Your radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel This previously assigned channel is no longer assig...

Страница 243: ...ystem is working properly The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to ac...

Страница 244: ...u will hear a beep and the light located to the right of the slot will begin to flash 3 Once the light stops flashing and turns green load a disc insert the disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull the disc in Once the disc is loaded the light will begin flashing again Once the light stops flashing and turns green you can load another disc The disc player takes up to six discs...

Страница 245: ... several times before stopping Do not repeatedly press the CD eject side of the LOAD CD eject button to eject a disc after you have tried to push it in manually The receivers 25 second 3 86 eject timer will reset at each press of eject which will cause the receiver to not eject the disc until the 25 second time period has elapsed Once the player stops and the disc is ejected remove the disc After ...

Страница 246: ...n seconds have passed Press the right arrow to go to the next track If you press the button more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward throughthe disc k SCAN I To scan onedisc press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep Use this feature to listen to 10 seconds of each track of the currently selected disc S...

Страница 247: ... has been saved 5 Repeat Steps 3 and 4 for saving other selections If you attempt to save more than 20 selections S LIST FULL will appear on the display To play the song list press the SONG LIST button One beep will be heard and S LIST will appear on the display The recorded tracks will begin to play in the order that they were saved You may seek through the song list by using the SEEK SCAN arrows...

Страница 248: ... should play The disc is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Listeni...

Страница 249: ...ol later in this section for more information The DVD player power may be turned on when the ignition is in RUN ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active The RSE system DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of the appropriate DVD region code for the country that the vehicle was sold in The DVD region code is printed on the jacket of most DVDs The DVD player will also play audio CD...

Страница 250: ...er or on the remote control Some DVDs will not allow you to fast forward or skip the copyright or previews Some DVDs will begin playing after the previews have finished If the DVD does not begin to play the main title refer to the on screen instructions as the DVD may be displaying its main title menu Stopping and Resume Playback To stop a disc press and release the stop button on the DVD player o...

Страница 251: ...ed and no disc is in the player Region CodeError This messagewill be Parental Control Button This button is located on the front of the DVD console behind the video screen near the driver of the vehicle Press this button while a DVD or CD is playing to freeze the video and mute the audio The video screen will display Parental Control ON and the power indicator light on the DVD player will flash It...

Страница 252: ...creen is in the closed position the infrared signalswill not be available for the operation of the headphones and the remote control To use the remote control aim it at the infraredwindow below the video screen and press the desired button Direct sunlight or very bright light may affect the ability of the entertainment system to receive signals from the remote control If the remote control does no...

Страница 253: ...this button to fast reverse the DVD or CD To stop fast reversing pressthis button again This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright or the previews G Source Press this button to toggle between the DVD player and an auxiliary source H Stop Press this button to stop the play of a DVD or CD Press this button twice to return to the beginning of the DVD I Previous TracWChapter Press ...

Страница 254: ...and pause of a DVD or CD Next TracWChapter Press this button to advance to the beginning of the next track or chapter This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright or the previews Battery Replacement To change the batteries do the following the bottom of the remote control Make sure that they are installed correctly 1 Remove the battery compartment door located on 2 Replace the tw...

Страница 255: ...ong period of time remove the batteries and keep them in a cool dry place Stereo RCA Jacks The RCA jacks are located behind the video screen on the front of the DVD console The RCA jacks allow you to connect audio and video from an auxiliary device such as a camcorder or a video game unit to your RSE system just as you would to a standard television Standard RCA cables are needed to connect the au...

Страница 256: ...ere is audio available See Headphones previously for more information The RSE system is capable of outputting audio to the vehicle speakers by using the radio The RSE system may be selected as an audio source on the radio if the RSE system power is on Once the RSE system is selected as an audio source on the radio you may adjust the speaker volume on the radio If the RSE system power is not on the...

Страница 257: ...n the DVD player or on the remote control Change the display mode The disc is being stored in the DVD player Press the eject button again to eject the disc Problem In auxiliary mode the picture moves or scrolls The language in the audio or on the screen is wrong The remote control does not work Recommended Action Check the signal coming from the auxiliary device and make sure that the connection a...

Страница 258: ... player Problem Sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or buzzes I lost the remote and or the headphones What is the best way to clean the video screen RecommendedAction This could be caused by interference from cellular telephone towers or by using your cellular teleDhone in the vehicle See your dealerfor assistance Wipe the video screen with a soft cloth that is damp with water Rear Sea...

Страница 259: ... While listening to a cassette tape press the up or the down arrow to hear the next or the previous selection If the cassette tape on the front radio is in use you cannot seek through different selections ona tape The following functions are controlled by the RSA system buttons 6 Power Press this button to turn the rear seat audio system on or off The rear speakers will be muted when the power is ...

Страница 260: ...ned off the blinking red light indicates that THEFTLOCK is armed With THEFTLOCK activated your radio will not Operate if stolen DVD Distortion You may experience audio distortion in the IR headphones when operating cellular phones scanners CB radios Global Positioning Systems GPS two way radios mobile fax or walkie talkies It may be necessary to turn off the DVD player when operating one of these ...

Страница 261: ... and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use Your radio may display CLEAN to indicate that you have used yourtape player for 50 hours without resettingthe tape clean timer If this message appears on the display your cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will stil...

Страница 262: ...r may notclean as thoroughly as the scrubbingtype cleaner The use of a non scrubbingaction dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After you clean the player press and hold the eject button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator The radio will display or CLEANED to show the indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure t...

Страница 263: ...on the roof of your vehicle Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice build up for clear radio reception The performance of your XMTMsystem may be affected if your sunroof is open Loading items onto the roof of your vehicle can interfere with the performance of your XMTMsystem Make sure that the XMTMsatellite antenna is not obstructed DAB Radio Antenna System Your DAB antenna is located on the roof ...

Страница 264: ... Four Wheel Drive Vehicle 4 19 Driving at Night 4 32 Driving in Rain andonWetRoads 4 33 City Driving 4 36 Freeway Driving 4 37 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 38 Highway Hypnosis 4 39 Winter Driving 4 411 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 39 IfYouAreStuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 45 Towing Your Vehicle 4 48 Towing 4 48 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 48 Loading Your Vehicle 4 51 Level Control 4 53 Adding a...

Страница 265: ...isions are about the most preventableof accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on...

Страница 266: ...s nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychologicaland 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 How muc...

Страница 267: ...l 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 when each has the same number of drinks The law in an increasing number of U S states and throughout Canada sets the legal limit at 0 08 percent In some other countries the limit is even lower For example it is 0 05 percent in both France and Germany The BAC limit for all c...

Страница 268: ...e right answer What if there s 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 enoughto avoid the collision There s something else about drinking and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the...

Страница 269: ...n you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s 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 frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km...

Страница 270: ...ake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti lock Brake System Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine and begin to drive away your anti lock brake system will check itself You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while t...

Страница 271: ...bout to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computeris programmedto 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 a...

Страница 272: ...ystem operates only if it senses that one or both of the rear wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system reduces engine power to limit wheel spin The TRACTION ACTIVE message will come on in the DIC when the TAS is limiting wheel spin See DIC Warnings and Messages on page3 56 You may hear or feel the system working or notice a lack of accelerator response but thi...

Страница 273: ...ne relatedproblem has been detected and the vehicle needs service The Traction Assist System as delivered from the factory will automaticallycome on whenever you start your vehicle To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the system on But you can turn the TAS off if you ever need to You should turn the TAS off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud o...

Страница 274: ...Your vehicle may be equipped with Stabilitrak which combines antilock brake traction and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in most driving conditions When you first start your vehicle and begin to drive away the system performs several diagnostic checks to insure there are no problems You may hear or feel the system working This is normal an...

Страница 275: ...sult of the brake tractioncontrol coming on It is recommended to leave the system on for normal driving conditions 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 wheel spin is required See If ...

Страница 276: ... tospin excessively when the tractionoff ABS and brake lights are on and the SERVICE STABILITY MESSAGE is displayed In this situation the system may not be able to flash the traction off light to warn the driver of possible damageto the transfercase This could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty You should immediately reduce engine power until the lights and messages are no longer ...

Страница 277: ...ve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you re 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 places You can lose control See Traction Assist System TAS on page 4 9 Wha...

Страница 278: ...se First apply your brakes See Braking on page 4 6 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180 degrees very ...

Страница 279: ...er 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 two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender...

Страница 280: ...ld lose by dropping back And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass you need only slow down and drop back again and wait for another opportunity 0 If other vehicles are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Rememberto glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mir...

Страница 281: ...ly the accelerationskid If you do not have this system or if the system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your footoff the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid ...

Страница 282: ...some new skills And that s why it s very important that you read this guide You ll find many driving tips and suggestions These will help make your off roaddriving safer and more enjoyable Before You Go Off Roading There are some things to do before you go out For example be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done Check to make sure all underbody shields if so equipped are pro...

Страница 283: ... injured Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks CAUTION Continued Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain You or your passengers can be struck by flying objects Secure the cargo properly 0 Heavy loads on the roof raise the vehicle s center o f gravity making it more likely to roll over You can be seriously or fatally injured if the vehicle rolls ove...

Страница 284: ...ehicle s exhaust system Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to a remote area Know the terrain and plan your route You are much less likely to get bad surprises Get accurate maps of trails and terrain Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads It s also a good idea to travel with at least one other vehicle If something happens to one of them the other c...

Страница 285: ... You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features Here are some things to consider Surface Conditions Off roading can take you over hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass sand mud snow or ice Each of these surfaces affects the steering acceleration and braking of your vehicle in different ways Depending upon the kind of surface you are on you may experience slipping sliding wh...

Страница 286: ...ing can be very dangerous on any road And this is certainly true for off road driving At the very time you need special alertness and driving skills your reflexes perceptionsand judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking See Drunken Driving on page 4 3 Driving on Off R...

Страница 287: ...nd the hill Is there a cliff an embankment a drop off a fence Get out and walk the hill if you don t know It s the smart way to find out I s the hill simply too rough Steep hills often have ruts gullies troughs and exposed rocks because they are more susceptible to the effects of erosion Driving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill you need to take some special steps Use a low g...

Страница 288: ...ake and slowly back down the hill as straight as possible in REVERSE R As you are backing down the hill put your left hand on the steering wheel at the 12 o clock position This way you ll be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down It s best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far to th...

Страница 289: ...me gear Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P This is because the NEUTRAL position on the transfer case CAUTION Continued ovel les the transmission You orsomeone else could be injured If you are going to leave your vehicle set the parking brake and shift the transmission toPARK P But do not shift the transfer caseto NEUTRAL Leave...

Страница 290: ...e them you could lose control and have a serious accident When driving downhill avoid turns that take you across the incline of the hill A hill that s not too steep to drive down may betoo steep to drive across You could roll over if you don t drive straight down Nevergo downhill withthe transmission in NEUTRAL N This is called free wheeling Your brakes will have to do all the work and could overh...

Страница 291: ... wheels This could cause a downhill slide or a rollover Surface conditions canbeaproblemwhenyou drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots or even wetgrass can causeyour 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 wit...

Страница 292: ...edownhill v side of a vehicle stopped across an incline is dangerous If the vehicle rolls over you could be crushed or killed Always get out on the uphill high side of the vehicle and stay well clear of the rollover path Driving in Mud Sand Snow or Ice When you drive in mud snow or sand your wheels won t get good traction You can t accelerate as quickly turning is more difficult and you ll need lo...

Страница 293: ...frozc lakes ponds or rivers can dangerous Underwater springs currents under the ice or sudden thaws can weaken the ice Your vehicle could fall through the ice and you and your passengers could drown Drive your vehicle on safe surfaces only Driving in Water Heavy rain can mean flash flooding and flood waters demand extreme caution Find out how deep the water is before you drive through it If it s d...

Страница 294: ...nderbody chassis or under the hood These accumulations can be a fire hazard After operation in mud or sand have the brake linings cleaned and checked These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking Check the body structure steering suspension wheels tires and exhaust system for damage Also check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage Your vehicle will require more frequent service...

Страница 295: ...ads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest one can see as well 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...

Страница 296: ... repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly forproper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of it Driving i...

Страница 297: ...how signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddlesor even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them Wet brakes can causeaccid ts They w c t work as well in a quick stop ...

Страница 298: ...me in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive throughwater that is slightly lower thanthe underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standingwater drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water I awi or ru ing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing water as you might at alow water crossing your vehicle can b...

Страница 299: ...y map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross countrytrip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 37 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 chec...

Страница 300: ...have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp 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 thefreeway adjust your...

Страница 301: ...urney Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check b...

Страница 302: ...e the road in less fhan 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 e e e Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortablycool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instrumentsfrequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a res...

Страница 303: ...his let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill If you don t st down l dr brakes couL Jet so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift down to let your engine assist your brakes on a steep downhill slope Coastingdownhillin NEUTRAL I or withthe ignition off is dan...

Страница 304: ...let you stayin your own lane As you goover the topof a hill be alert Therecould be somethingin your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may see highwaysigns on mountainsthat warn of specialproblems Examplesare long grades passingor no passingzones afalling rocksarea or winding roads Be alert to these and take appropriate action Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving 0 Have you...

Страница 305: ... Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You ll have a lot less traction or grip and will need to be very careful What s the worst time for this Wet ice Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on But wet ice can be even mor...

Страница 306: ... will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Braking on page 4 6 0 Allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be ...

Страница 307: ...mmon 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 ve been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you I f you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulatorsfrom newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep w...

Страница 308: ... 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 the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortablefrom the ...

Страница 309: ... wheels If you have a four wheel drivevehicle shift into 4HI or 4L0 If your vehicle has the Traction Assist System you should turn it off by pressingthe TAS on off button If your vehicle has the Stabilitrak System turn the system off by pressing the Stabilitrak button so that the STABILITY SYS DISABLED message and the traction off light are illuminatedon the instrumentpanel cluster Then shift back...

Страница 310: ...o some place where you can continue driving These hooks when used are under a lot of force Always pull the vehicle straightout 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 Nofice Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle couldbe damaged and it would not be covered by warranty 4 47 ...

Страница 311: ... 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 the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendation...

Страница 312: ...eels 1 Firmly set the parking brake 2 Shift the transmission to PARK P 3 Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle Shifting a four wheel drive vehicle s transfer case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in Park P for an automatic transmission orif your vehicle is in gear for a manual transmission You or others could be injured Make sure the park...

Страница 313: ...uld not be towed with the rear wheels on the ground Two wheel drive transmission have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed To properly towthese vehicles they should be placed on a platform trailer with all four wheels off the ground Four Wheel DriveVehicles Use the following procedureto correctly tow you vehicle on two wheels 1 Firmly set the parking brake 2 Shift the transmiss...

Страница 314: ...n for your vehicle Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle When the vehicle is properly attached to the tow vehicle and is ready to be towed turn the ignition to LOCK D GAWR FRT GAWR RF COLD TIRE PRESSURI I n u o n 7 e u u kEE K R S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONALI N F O R M A T I O N n The Certification Tirelabel is found on the rear edge of the...

Страница 315: ... out In the case of a sudden stop or collision things carried in the bed of your truck could shift forward and come into the passenger area injuring you and others If you put things in the bed of your truck you should make sure they are properly secured break and it can change theway your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your ...

Страница 316: ...he premium smooth ride suspension package This type of level control will provide a leveled riding position as well as improved handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions A hydraulic pump inside each rear shock absorber raises the rear of the vehicle to the proper height based on inputs from the road surface while the vehicle is being driven It take approximately 2 miles 3 2 km o...

Страница 317: ...t with a special package called RPO VYU snow plow prep package If your vehicle has this option you can add a plow to it provided certain weights such as the weights on the vehicle s axles and the GVW aren t exceeded Q How heavy can a snow plow safely be A The plow your vehicle can carry depends on many The options your vehicle came with and the weight things such as of those options The weight and...

Страница 318: ...determining the amount of rear ballast required to help make sure your snowplowhehicle combination does not exceed the GVW rating the front and rear axle ratings and the front and rear weight distribution ratio The total vehicle must not exceed the GVW rating Q What is front axle reserve capacity and how do A Front axle reserve capacity is the difference I calculate it between your front GAWR and ...

Страница 319: ... is 4 ft 122 cm in front of the front axle and the wheel base is 10ft 305 cm then A 4 ft 122 cm W B 10ft 305 cm W 700 Ib 318 kg W X A W B W B 700 X 4 10 10 980 Ib 445 kg So if your truck s front axle reserve capacityis more than 980 Ib 445 kg you could add thesnow plow without exceeding the front GAWR Q What if I want to add heavier equipment to my vehicle A You can add heavier equipment on the fr...

Страница 320: ...ehicle reserve capacity A This is the difference between your GVWR and the weight of your truck with full fuel and passengers It s the amount of weight you can add to your vehicle before reaching your GVWR Keep in mind that reserve capacity numbers are intended as a guide when selecting the amount of equipment or cargo your truck can carry If you are unsure of your truck s front rear or total weig...

Страница 321: ...o J use the rrect eq ment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer Forexample if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured Pull a trailer onlyif you have followed all the steps in this section Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Notice Pulling a trail...

Страница 322: ...s informationcan be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control if your trailer will weigh 5 000 Ibs 2 268 kg or less You should always use a sway control if your trailer will weigh more than 5 000 Ibs 2 268 kg You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls e e Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could...

Страница 323: ...ument panel will turn off The vehicle will automatically turn off tow haul every time it is started Tow haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75 of the vehicle s Gross CombinationWeight Rating GCWR See Weight of the Trailer later in this section Tow haul is most useful under the following driving conditions When pulling a heavy trailer or a ...

Страница 324: ...tional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight Above the 5 000 Ibs 2 268 kg trailer rating the handlinghraileringsuspension is required on C 1500 models andthe handlinghraileringor off road suspension is required on K 1500 models Nofice Your vehicle was not designedto be used with a fifth wheel hitch device Using such a device could resu...

Страница 325: ...railer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure becauseit affects thetotal or gross weight of your vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that...

Страница 326: ...on label at the rear edge of the driver s door or see Tires on page 5 58 Then be sure you don t go over the GVW and rear axle limits for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue If you use a weight distributing hitch make sure you don t go over the rear axle limit before you apply the weight distributing spring bars Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswin...

Страница 327: ... be able to install adjust and maintain them properly Your trailer brake system can tap into the vehicle s hydraulic brake system only if 20 650 kPa of pressure The trailer parts can withstand 3 000 psi The trailer s brake system will use less than 0 02 cubic inch 0 3 cc of fluid from your vehicle s master cylinder Otherwise both brakingsystems won t work well You could even lose your brakes Your ...

Страница 328: ...el with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns Notice Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trail...

Страница 329: ...yafter towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades your vehicle may show signs similar to engine overheating To avoid this let the engine run while parked preferably on level ground with the automatic transmission in PARK P for a few minutes before turning the engine off If you do get the overheat warning see Engine Overheating on page 5 27 Parking on lills You really should not park your vehic...

Страница 330: ...e is in a drive gear not inNEUTRAL When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you start your engine shift into agear and release the parking brake 2 Let upon 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 MaintenanceWhen Trailer Towing Your vehicle will n...

Страница 331: ...rcuits Yellow Left Stopnurn Signal DarkGreen Right Stopnurn Signal Brown Taillamps White Ground Light Green Back upLamps Light Blue CHMSL Red Battery Feed 0 DarkBlue Trailer Brake Your vehicle is equipped with the eight wire trailer towing harness This harness with a seven pin universal heavy duty trailer connector is attached to a bracket on the hitch platform 4 68 ...

Страница 332: ...ocated behind the auxiliary battery Be sure to follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment that you install Notice When using the auxiliary battery provision the electrical load must not exceed 30 amps Always turn off any electrical equipment when not in use Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain your battery When using this ...

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Страница 334: ...d 5 22 Engine Coolant 5 24 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 27 Engine Overheating 5 27 Cooling System 5 30 Checking Things Under Engine Fan Noise 5 36 Power Steering Fluid 5 36 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 38 Brakes 5 39 Battery 5 42 Jump Starting 5 43 Rear Axle 5 49 Four wheel Drive 5 50 Bulb Replacement 5 52 Halogen Bulbs 5 52 Headlamps 5 52 Front Turn Signal Sidemarkerand Parking Lamps 5 54 Dayti...

Страница 335: ... Outside of Your Vehicle 5 88 Weatherstrips 5 88 Sheet Metal Damage 5 90 Finish Damage 5 90 Underbody Maintenance 5 91 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 91 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 91 Vehicle Identification 5 93 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 93 Service Parts Identification Label 5 93 Electrical System 5 94 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 94 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 94 Fuses and...

Страница 336: ...s you to be happy with it We hope you ll go to your dealer for all your service needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trainedand supported service people We hope you ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks 5 3 ...

Страница 337: ...ntenance Recordon page 6 19 You can be injured and your vehicle c G d be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused...

Страница 338: ...his does not indicate a problem exists or that a higher octanefuel is necessary If you are using 87 octane or higher octane fuel and hear heavy knocking your engine needs service Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile ManufacturersAssociation and endorsed by the Canadian Vehicle ManufacturersAssociation for better...

Страница 339: ...sion control system to work properly You should not have to add anything to your fuel Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier Notice Your vehicle was not designed for fuel ...

Страница 340: ... wouldn t be covered by your warranty To check the fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving lling Your Tank The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver s side of the vehicle Fuel vapor is highly flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near fuel or refuel...

Страница 341: ...u open the fuel cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all I the way Be careful not to spill fuel Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5 88 To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly to the left co...

Страница 342: ...n indicator lampto light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction lndicator Lamp in the Index Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others 0 Dispense gasoline only into appr...

Страница 343: ... lower left of the steering wheel i CAUTION I Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids likefuel oil coolant brakefluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine 5 10 ...

Страница 344: ...front of the vehicle and push left on the secondary hood release located under the front emblem 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly Pull down the hood and close it firmly 5 11 ...

Страница 345: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the VORTECTM 5300 V8 engine you will see the following 5 12 ...

Страница 346: ...ed D Engine Oil Fill E Engine Oil Dipstick F Automatic Transmission Dipstick G Fan H Remote Negative Terminal GND I Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Out of View J Remote Positive Terminal K Brake Fluid Reservoir L Underhood Electrical Center M Battery N Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 5 13 ...

Страница 347: ...When you open the hood on the VORTECTM 8100 V8 engine you will see the following 5 14 ...

Страница 348: ...e instrument cluster it means you need to check your engine oil level right away For more information see CHECK OIL LEVEL under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 56 You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle...

Страница 349: ...ains what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacitiesand Specifications on page 5 104 Notice Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged All Other Engines The engine oil fill cap for the 5300 V8 engine is located on the passenger s side engine va...

Страница 350: ...lf be sure the oil you use has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in the viscosity chart RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITYGRADE ENGINE OILS HOT WEATHER j za Fa I I I I I COLD 38 27...

Страница 351: ...the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil GM Oil Life System Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on engine revolutionsand engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicatedcan vary consider...

Страница 352: ...be unhealthyfor your skin and could even causecancer Don t 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 oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure t...

Страница 353: ...window A and service window B turn orange replace the engine air cleaner filter After changing the engine air cleaner filter press the button on top of the air filter restriction indicator to reset it Your engine air cleanedfilter is located in the air filter housing near the front corner of the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 ...

Страница 354: ...to replace the engine air cleanerlfilter See Part Br Owner Checksand Services on page6 10 Operating enginewith airc __mer fiL Nr off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleanedfilter ...

Страница 355: ...s on page 6 4 How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick Notice Too much or too littlefluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out andfall on hot engi...

Страница 356: ...ou a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows e e Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P Let th...

Страница 357: ... It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill Notice We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON 111 because fluid with that labelis made especially for your automatic transmission Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON 111 is not covered by your new vehicle warranty Afteradding fluid recheck the fluid levelas 0 When the correct fluid level is obtained push the...

Страница 358: ...u use this coolant mixture you don t need to add anything else Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overhea...

Страница 359: ...d burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark If the LOW COOLANT LEVEL message comes on and stays on it means you re low on engine coolant See Low Coolant Level under DIC Warnings and Messages on page3 56 Adding Coolant If yo...

Страница 360: ...9 In addition you will find a LOW COOLANT ENGINE COOLANT HOT ENGINE OVERHEATED and a REDUCED ENGINE POWER message in the DIC on the instrument panel See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 56 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 h...

Страница 361: ...gine Protection Operating Mode in the Index for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches firebecause you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty See Overheated Steam from an overhea J engine ca n you badly even if you just open the hood Stay Engine Protection Operating Mode i...

Страница 362: ...fan speed and open the window as necessary 2 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s s...

Страница 363: ... to lift the hood here s what you ll see __ 5300 V8 Engine 8100 V8 Engine A CoolantSurgeTank B Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap C EngineFan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down 5 30 ...

Страница 364: ...ition the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the useofcoolant other than DEX COOL is not covered by your new vehicle warranty If there seems to be no leak start the engine again See if the engine cooling fan speed increases when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it doesn t your vehicle...

Страница 365: ...rge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 5 24 for more information If no coolant is visible in the surge tank add coolant as follows Steam and scalding liquids from a hot co ng system can blow out and burn you badly rney are under pressure andif you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling syst...

Страница 366: ...ou wouldn tget the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water andDEX COOL coolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper COI nt mi Ire I rYou can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains et...

Страница 367: ... remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about one full turn If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 5 34 ...

Страница 368: ... 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 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated 5 35 ...

Страница 369: ...ler towing and or high outside temperatures the fan speed increases as the clutch more fully engages So you may hear an increase in fan noise This is normal and should not be mistaken as the transmission slipping or making extra shifts It is merely the cooling system functioning properly The fan will slow down when additional cooling is not required and the clutch disengages You may also hear this...

Страница 370: ...LL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired See Engine Compartment Overview on page5 12for reservoir location To determi...

Страница 371: ...ndshield washer fluid reservoir The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment toward the frontof the vehicle on the driver s side Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full Notice e e When using concentratedwasher fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can...

Страница 372: ...r brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system If u have toomuch brake fluid it can spill on the en...

Страница 373: ...ld be above MIN If it isn t have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir V_____ le wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid...

Страница 374: ...ded The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly The bra wearwarn J sound means that soon your brakes won t work well That could lead to an accident When you hear the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced Notice Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could resultin costly brake repair Some drivin...

Страница 375: ... properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Your new vehicle comes with a maintenancefree ACDelco battery When it stime for a new battery get one that has t...

Страница 376: ...g steps to do it safely Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerwcls because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite 0 They contain enough electricity to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you Notice Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty...

Страница 377: ...ged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or accessory power outlets Turn off the radio and all lamps that aren t needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save your radio 4 Open the hoods and locate the positive and negative terminal locationsof the o...

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Страница 379: ...getit in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose 01 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 positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative w...

Страница 380: ...et the other end touch anything until the next step The other end o f the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remotenegative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is j...

Страница 381: ...ry or Remote Positive and C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal Negative Terminal Negative Terminals To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnectthe black negative cable from the 3 Disconnectthe red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery vehicle with the good bat...

Страница 382: ...ies is from 5 8 inch to 1 5 8 inch 15 rnm to 40 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole The proper level for the 2500 Series is from 0 to 112 inch 0 to 13 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole 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 Part D Recommended Fluids and lubricants on page 6 17 To...

Страница 383: ...art C Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6 15 Transfer Case To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten the plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determine wh...

Страница 384: ...bricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1 2 inch 12 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Part D Recommended Fluids and lubricants on page 6 ...

Страница 385: ... bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Remove the turn signal parking lamp housing by pressing the release clip on the outboard side of the housing and pullingthe outboard end of the housingtoward you 2 Pull the inboard side of the housing out from the vehicle 5 ...

Страница 386: ...eamHeadlamp 5 Turn the bulb connector counterclockwise and pull it 6 Unplug the electrical connector from the old bulb out of the housing 7 Plug in the electrical connector to the new bulb Use care not to touch the new bulb with your bare hands or anything damp or oily 8 Place the connector with the new bulb into the headlamp housing and turn it clockwise until it is tight 5 53 ...

Страница 387: ...tboard endof the housing toward you 2 Pull the inboard side of the housing out from the vehicle 3 Press the locking release lever the sidemarker lamp does not have a locking release lever turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the turn signal parking lamp housing 4 Remove the old bulb from the bulb socket 5 Put the new bulb into the bulb socket 6 Put the bulb socket into the turn...

Страница 388: ...ich is near the DRLs Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL It is recommended that this component be replaced as a unit by your dealer Taillamps A Stoplamp B Turn Signal Lamp C Back upLamp 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwiseand remove 3 Pull out the old bulb from the socket and put a new 4 Place the bulb socket back into the DRL housing it from the DRL housing bulb in and turn it clockwise until i...

Страница 389: ...taillamp housing until it clicks 6 Reinstall the rear lamp assembly and tighten the 7 Closethetailgate screws Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Low Beam Headlamps High Beam Headlamps Daytime Running Lamps DRL 4157K Side Marker Lamp RearMarkerLamp Taillamp and 3157A or 3457NA Front and Turn Lamp 194 3157 Stop Lamp Rear Turn Lamp 3157 Back up Lamp 3157 Forreplacementbulbsnotlistedhere plea...

Страница 390: ...oved in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 5 706 Here s how to remove the shephard s hook type To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly dothe following 1 Lift the wiper arm and turn the blade until it is facing away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly 3 Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2...

Страница 391: ...us accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued I CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the samedanger 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 tiresare cold Overinflated tires are more likelyto be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact...

Страница 392: ...th or more Also check the tire pressure of the spare tire How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspe...

Страница 393: ...tificationflire label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 104 Rust or dirt on a lee 3r on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after atime The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change awheel remove any rust or dirt from places where thewheel attaches to the vehicle...

Страница 394: ...re has abump bulge or split 0 The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Certificationl Tire label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specifications TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you ...

Страница 395: ...or use on your vehicle it will not affect vehicle handling or cause damageto your vehicle If you use bias p Lires on __ iicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and orwheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire side...

Страница 396: ... of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistanceto the generation of heat and its ...

Страница 397: ...eplace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM or...

Страница 398: ...eries don t use tire chains They can damage your vehicle because there s not enough clearance Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amountof clearance can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could causeyou to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injuredin a crash Use another type of traction device only if its...

Страница 399: ...If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well...

Страница 400: ...oving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer caseis in a drive gear not inNEUTRAL 4 Turn off the engine 5 Put thewheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthestaway from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end The following steps will tell you how ...

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Страница 402: ...wer the spare tire and change a flat You ll use the jack handle extensions and the wheel wrench to remove the underbody mountedspare tire A Spare Tire G HoistShaft B HoistAssembly Access Hole C HoistCable H Wheel Wrench D Tire Retainer I Jack Handle E HoistShaft Extensions F Hoist End of J Hoist Lock Extension Tool If Equipped 5 69 ...

Страница 403: ...n through the hole G in the rear bumper Be sure the hoist end of the extension connects into the hoist shaft E The ribbed square end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire 4 Turn the wheel wrench H counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground Continue to 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 g...

Страница 404: ...f the cable so it can be pulled up through the wheel opening 7 Put the spare tire near the flat tire Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Use the following pictures and instructionsto remove the flat tire and raise the vehicle The tools you ll be using include the bottle jack A the wheel blocks B the jack handle C the jack handle extensions D and the wheel wrench E 5 71 ...

Страница 405: ...enter cap If the wheel has a smooth center cap place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry out 2 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwiseto loosen the wheel nuts Don t remove the wheel nuts yet Front Rear Position I Position Jack Positions overall view These locations are the general area of jack placement See tex...

Страница 406: ...into the proper location before raising the vehicle 3 Position the jack under the vehicle Front Position Front TireFlat If the flat tire is on a front tire of the vehicle you ll need to use the jack handle C and only one jack handle extension D Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extension Attach the jack handle to the jack Position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire where the frame...

Страница 407: ...ack handle extensions Attach the jack handle to the jack On all 1500Series vehicles use the jacking pad provided on the rear axle On 2500 series vehicles use the axle between the spring and shock bracket 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 4 Removeall the wheel nuts and take ...

Страница 408: ...oth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brushlater if you needto to get all the rustor dirt off 5 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel 6 After mounting the spare put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Ti...

Страница 409: ...Front Position Rear Position 2500 Series Rear Position 1500 Series 7 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Lower the jack completely 5 76 ...

Страница 410: ...original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in the Index for wheelnut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotordamage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence an...

Страница 411: ...until they are snug Do not overtighten the nut caps or they may break If you are reinstallingthe smooth center cap place it on the wheel and tap it into place until it seats flush with the wheel Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Jackand Tools Storing ajc c a e or other equik ent in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop orcollision loose equipment could strike some...

Страница 412: ...aft Access Hole H WheelWrench I JackHandle Extensions J Hoist Lock If Equipped U D 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down 2 Tilt the retainer D downward and through the wheel opening Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 5 79 ...

Страница 413: ...cks or feel it skip twice You cannot overtighten the cable 3 Attach the wheel wrench H and extensions I together F 4 Insert the hoist end F through the hole G in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft PUSH PULL 7 Make sure the tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If the tire moves use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable Reinstallthe spare tire lock if equip...

Страница 414: ... pointing down See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Jack and Tools earlier in this section To release the spare tire from the secondary latch do the following Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage thehoist assembly and you and others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed below 1 Check under the vehicle to see...

Страница 415: ... Tire and Tools earlier in this section 5 Turn thewrench counterclockwise until approximately six 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 on the wheel blocks separating them so that the jack is balanced securely 5 82 ...

Страница 416: ...held firmly in place The secondary latch has released and the spare tire is balancing on the jack Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from the spare 12 Disconnectthe jack handle from the jack and carefully remove the jack...

Страница 417: ...5 59 and Loading Your Vehicle on page4 51 for information regarding proper tire inflationand loading your vehicle For instruction on how to remove install or store a spare tire see Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 67 After installing the spare tire on your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare is correctly inflated Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced...

Страница 418: ...e Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle e Alcohol e Laundry Soap e Bleach e Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic and painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth FabridCarpet Your...

Страница 419: ...section use a sponge to remove any excess cleaner 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean water dampened towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool wat...

Страница 420: ... the leather Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the surface fin...

Страница 421: ...hicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 91 Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should...

Страница 422: ...l over a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster Washing with water is all that is usually needed However you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim if necessary Use special care with alumi...

Страница 423: ...so damage the surface of these wheels Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with tire cleaner Notice When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle Petroleum basedproducts may damage the paint finish and tires Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or repl...

Страница 424: ...r vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ringlet shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this GM will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first GM Vehicle Care Appearance Mat...

Страница 425: ...tor Usage Medium foaming shampoo Cleans and lightly waxes Biodegradable and phosphate free Quickly and easily removes spots and stains from carpets vinyl and cloth upholstery Odorless spray odor eliminator used on fabrics vinyl leather and carpet See your General Motors parts department for these products See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on paae6 17 5 92 ...

Страница 426: ...all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle This is the legal identifier for your vehicle It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certifi...

Страница 427: ...e Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 65 Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protectedby an internal circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by someelectrical problem and not snow etc be sure to get it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protec...

Страница 428: ...ou ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can The fuse block access door is on the driver s side edge of the instrument panel Pull off the cover to access...

Страница 429: ...OOR I CRUISE IUNLOCK I F O LP IBRAKE DRIVER UNLOCK Usage 1 Windshield Wipers 1 Truck Body Controller Accessory Ignition Heated Seats I Power Door Lock Relay Lock Function Inside Rearview Mirror Climate Control System Driver s Door Harness Connection Cruise Control Power Door Lock Relay Unlock Function Rear Fog Lamp Export Only Anti Lock Brake System Power Door Lock Relay Driver s Door Unlock Funct...

Страница 430: ...troller I Vehicle and Trailer High Mounted Stoplamp LeftTurnSignaVStopTrailer I Left Turn Signals and Sidemarkers Vehicle Stoplamps Brake Module Electronic Throttle Control Module Right Turn SignaVStop Trailer I Right Turn Signals and Sidemarkers I Harness Connector 5 97 ...

Страница 431: ... Instrument Panel Fuse Block The center instrumentpanel utility block is located underneath the instrument panel to the left of the steering column 6 WAY Device SEO Special Equipment Option Usage SL RIDE 5 98 ...

Страница 432: ... driver s side of the vehicle near the battery Lift the cover for accessto the fuse relay block To remove fuses hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out See Engine Compartment Overviewon page 5 72for more information on its location 5 99 ...

Страница 433: ...TENSITE ESSENCE FONCTIONIINTENSITE DIESEL ces fusibles sont diff6rentes pour les FUNCTION AMP DIESEL REMARQUE Lafonction et I intensiti de are different for gas and diesel fueled engines See EDU 25A rnoteurs essence et les moteurs diesel ECMRPVIISA OwnersManual a for Voir le Guide du proprigtaire a pour functions of studs I and 2 FUEL HT115A ECMI I5A les fonctions desplots 1 et 2 INJ 2 15A 1 ...

Страница 434: ...ngine and Fuel Injection Rail 2 2 Gasoline Engine and Fuel Injection Rail 1 3 Gasoline Engine Oxygen Sensors 4 Gasoline Engine Oxygen Sensors 5 PCM Ignition Door Modules Door Locks Area and Instrument LR PARK 5 101 ...

Страница 435: ...rtrain Control Module ETC ECM Electronic Throttle Control Electronic Brake Controller I IGN E Instrument Panel Cluster Air Conditioning Relay Turn SignaVHazard Switch Starter Relay RTD Ride Control TRL B U Backup Lamps Trailer Wiring PCM B Powertrain Control Module Fuel Pump F PMP Fuel Pump Relay B U LP ck up mps Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System 5 102 ...

Страница 436: ...HomeLink Rear Heated WIS WASH INFO 5 103 ...

Страница 437: ...utomatic T VORTECTM 81 00 V8 G I Automatic I 0 060 INCHES 1 52 MM I Capacities and Specifications Capacities Application Metric English After refill the level must be rechecked See Cooling System on page 5 30 Engine Cooling System VORTECTM 5300 V8 23 0 L 24 0 quarts VORTECTM 8100 V8 15 6 L 16 5 quarts I After refill the level must be rechecked Add enough engine oil so that the fluid is within the ...

Страница 438: ...gine Oil with Filter VORTECTM 5300 V8 VIN Code T VORTECTM 8100 V8 VIN CodeG I Capacities Fuel Tank Capacity 1500 2500 Air Conditioning Refrigerat R l34a 6 0 quarts 6 5 quarts 5 7 L 6 1 L I 31 O gallons 37 5gallons 117 0 L 142 0 L Wheels and Tires 5 105 ...

Страница 439: ...if you have any questions please contact your GM dealer These specifications are for information only If you have any questions see the service manual VIN Code PF454 PF44 Oil Filter G T Engine Air Cleaner Filter GF626 GF626 Fuel Filter 41 983 41 974 PZTR5A15t Spark Plugs None cv2001 c PCV Valve A1 51 8C A1518C Wiper Blades 15153642 15153642 Wiper Blade Type I T A ITTA Wiper Blade Length 22 inches ...

Страница 440: ... Owner Checks and Services 6 10 At EachFuelFill 6 10 At Least Once a Month 6 10 At Least Twice a Year 6 11 At Least Once a Year 6 12 Part Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 15 Steering and Suspension Inspection 6 15 Exhaust System Inspection 6 15 Fuel System Inspection 6 15 Engine Cooling System Inspection 6 16 Transfer Case and FrontAxle Four wheel Drive Inspection 6 16 Brake System Inspection 6 ...

Страница 441: ... tire inflationcan increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals checks inspections and recommended fluids and lubricantsas prescribedin this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failu...

Страница 442: ...Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspectionsthat your dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants lists some recommended products necessary...

Страница 443: ...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 dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them When you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know thatGM trainedand supported service people will perform the ...

Страница 444: ... Engine Oil and Chassis Lubrication Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the GM Oil Life System or every 12 months whichever occurs first Reset the system Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at...

Страница 445: ...s 12 500 km Ll Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking page 5 59 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on 15 000 Miles 25 000 km 0 Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Con...

Страница 446: ...dfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking I l l Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 59for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83000 km 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle s GVWR is over 8600 Ibs or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more...

Страница 447: ...e footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km 0 Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote t 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotationon page 5 59for proper rotation patternand additional inf...

Страница 448: ...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 0 If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter 0 Change transfer case fluid 0 Except 8 1L V8 Engine Inspect Positive Crankca...

Страница 449: ...he proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 5 15 for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 24 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Flu...

Страница 450: ...e Check At least twice a year after the monthly inflation check of the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to the correct tire inflation pressure make sure that the spare tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the wheel wrenchhatchet to tighten the cable See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 67 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Indicator Check Y...

Страница 451: ...ear Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all hood latch assembly secondary latch pivots spring anchor release pawl midgate hinges side storage box door hinges tailgate hinge tailgate linkage outer tailgate handle pivot points latch bolt fuel door hinge locks and folding seat hardware Part D tells you w...

Страница 452: ...you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake on page2 38if necessary Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move position but don t 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...

Страница 453: ... foot on the regular brake 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 Tocheck the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by the r...

Страница 454: ...nsion Inspection Inspect the front and rearsuspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts...

Страница 455: ...ansfer case and add lubricant when necessary A fluid loss could indicate a problem check and have it repaired if needed On manual shift transfer case oil the control lever pivot point Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation More frequent lubrication may be required on off road use Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for prope...

Страница 456: ...ystem Automatic Transmission Key Lock Cylinders Chassis Lubrication Front Axle Rear Axle Fluid Lubricant GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No US 1052884 in Canada 993294 or equivalent DEXRON Ill Automatic TransmissionFluid Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 or equivalent Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or equivalent or lubricant ...

Страница 457: ...uid Lubricant AUTO TRAK II Fluid GM Part No U S 12378508 in Canada 10953626 Spline Lubricant Special Lubricant GM Part No U S 12345879 in Canada 10953511 or lubricant meeting requirements of GM 9985830 Synthetic Grease with Teflon Weatherstrip equivalent Superlube GM Part No U S Squeaks 12371 287 in Canada 10953437 or 6 18 ...

Страница 458: ...performed record the date odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record 6 19 ...

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Страница 462: ...sfaction Procedure 7 2 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Reporting Safety Defects to theCanadian CustomerAssistance Offices 7 4 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 11 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Service Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 7 1 ...

Страница 463: ...If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 222 1 020 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or1 800 263 7854 French We encourage youto call the toll free number in order to gi...

Страница 464: ...e New Vehicle Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute 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 using...

Страница 465: ...are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Chevrolet has TTY equipmentavailable at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing 1 800 833 CHEV 2438 TTY users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Customer AssistanceOffices Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll free number for assistance If a U S customer wishes to wri...

Страница 466: ... 5329 0 800 01 800 508 0000 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with free resource information such as area driver assessment centers ana mob...

Страница 467: ...asic over the phonetechnical advice Available dealer services at reasonable costs i e wrecker services locksmith key service glass repair etc Roadside Courtesy Care provides Roadside Basic Care services asoutlined previously Plus FREENon WarrantyTowing to theclosestdealer from a legal roadway FREELocksmith Key Service whenkeys are lost FREE Flat Tire Service spare installed on theroad on the road ...

Страница 468: ...anbereached e Vehicle mileage Description of problem Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States Please refer to the Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles To enhance ...

Страница 469: ...and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options Depending ...

Страница 470: ...r rental usage beyond the completion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper to Bumperwarranty coverage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehi...

Страница 471: ...er NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or GeneralMotors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other informationabout motor vehicle safety from the hotline Reporting Safety Defect...

Страница 472: ... write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam 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 RETAIL SELL PRICE 120 00 Transmission Transaxle Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual Thi...

Страница 473: ...o Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publicationsare 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 OO AM 6 OO PM Eastern Tim...

Страница 474: ...luminumorChrome PlatedWheels 5 90 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 104 AM 3 101 Antenna XMTMSatellite RadioSystem 3 104 Anti lock BrakeSystem 4 7 Anti Lock Brake SystemWarning Light 3 37 AppearanceCare 5 85 Care o f Safety Belts 5 88 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 91 Cleaning the Inside ofYour Vehicle 5 85 Cleaning the Outside ofYour Vehicle 5 88 Finish Damage 5 90 GMVehicleCare Appearance Materials 5 91 Sheet Met...

Страница 475: ...Inspection Brake Adjustment Brake Fluid System WarningLight 4 65 5 42 3 58 2 6 3 18 4 38 3 90 6 12 2 38 6 16 3 36 5 42 5 39 BrakePedal Throttle 2 29 Brake Pedal Travel 5 42 BrakeWear 5 41 Brakes 5 39 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 9 Break In NewVehicle 2 27 Bulb Replacement 5 52 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 55 Daytime Running Lamps 5 55 FrontTurnSignal Sidemarkerand Parking Lamps 5 5...

Страница 476: ...gine Oil 5 15 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 CheckingCoolant 5 26 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 66 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 91 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems 1 38 Infants and Young Children 1 34 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCHSystem 1 43 Older Children 1 32 Securing a Child Restraint in aRearSeat Position 1 45 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front S...

Страница 477: ...es 7 4 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 7 2 GM Mobility ProgramforPersons with Disabilities 7 5 Cruise Control Light 3 44 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 11 Customer Assistance Information cont Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 10 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Service Publications Ordering Information 7...

Страница 478: ...DVD Player 3 103 CleaningtheVideoScreen 3 104 Distortion 3 101 RearSeatEntertainmentSystem 3 90 DVDPlayer 3 90 Driving E Easy Exit Seat 2 86 Electrical System 5 94 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 95 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 94 Windshield WiperFuses 5 94 Electrochromic Mirror Operation 2 45 2 48 Emissions Inspection andMaintenance Programs 3 42 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 19 Battery 5 4...

Страница 479: ...dDAB 3 69 3 80 Finding a Station 3 67 3 78 Finish Care 5 89 Finish Damage 5 90 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 104 Flash to Pass 3 8 Flat Tire 5 66 Flat Tire Changing 5 67 Fluid AutomaticTransmission 5 22 Power Steering 5 36 Windshield Washer 5 38 FM Stereo 3 101 FogLamps 3 15 Following Distance 4 65 Footnotes 6 5 Four wheel Drive 2 34 5 50 Front Armrest Storage Area 2 59 Front Axle 5 51 Front Axle Locking F...

Страница 480: ... 1 7 HeadlampHigh Low BeamChanger 3 8 Headlamps 5 52 Bulb Replacement 5 52 Daytime RunningLamps 5 55 FrontTurnSignal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 54 Halogen Bulbs 5 52 Headphones 3 95 Heated Seats 1 4 Heating 3 25 Highway Hypnosis 4 39 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 39 Hitches 4 63 HomeLinkTransmitter Programming 2 55 HomeLink Transmitter 2 55 Hood Checking Things Under 5 10 Release 5 10 Horn 3 7 How...

Страница 481: ...em 6 15 Part C Periodic Maintenance 6 15 Steering and Suspension 6 15 Transfer CaseandFrontAxle Four wheel Drive 6 16 Cluster 3 31 Overview 3 4 Instrument Panel Brightness 3 17 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 95 interior Lamps 3 17 Interior Plastic Components 5 87 Instrument Panel Jump Starting 5 43 K KeyLock Cylinders Service 6 12 Keyless Entry System 2 4 Keys 2 3 1 Lamps Exterior 3 13 Interior 3 1...

Страница 482: ...Carrier 2 60 Lumbar Power Controls 1 3 Maintenanceand Cleaning 2 73 Maintenance NormalReplacement Parts 5 1 06 MaintenanceSchedule AtEach Fuel Fill 6 10 AtLeastOnceaMonth 6 10 AtLeastOnceaYear 6 12 AtLeastTwiceaYear 6 11 BrakeSystem Inspection 6 16 Engine Cooling System Inspection 6 16 ExhaustSystem Inspection 6 15 Fuel System Inspection 6 15 How This Section is Organized 6 3 Introduction 6 2 Main...

Страница 483: ...leaning 2 75 Automatic Dimming Rearview with Compass and Temperature Display 2 47 Automatic Dimming Rearviewwith Onstar CompassandTemperature Display 2 45 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirrorwith Curb ViewAssist 2 52 Outside Camper Type Mirrors 2 50 Mirrors cont Outside ConvexMirror 2 51 Outside Heated Mirrors 2 51 Outside PowerMirrors 2 50 MyGMLink com 7 4 N NewVehicleBreak In 2 27 Normal Maintenance...

Страница 484: ...Shifting Into 2 39 Part A ScheduledMaintenance Services 6 4 Part B OwnerChecksand Services 6 10 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 15 PartD Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 17 PartE MaintenanceRecord 6 19 PassengerAirBag Indicator 2 47 2 50 PassengerAirBag Status Indicator 3 33 PassengerSensingSystem 1 61 PASSENGER DOOR AJAR 3 62 Passing 4 16 4 65 Passlock 2 26 Personalization Button 3 5...

Страница 485: ...at Audio 3 99 Rear Seat Audio Controls 3 100 Rear Seat Entertainment System 3 90 Rear Seat Operation 1 8 RearSeatPassengers SafetyBelts 1 26 Rear Storage Area 2 61 Rear Window Defogger 3 25 3 28 RearviewMirror AutomaticDimmingwith Compass and TemperatureDisplay 2 47 RearviewMirror AutomaticDimming with Onstar CompassandTemperature RearSeat Outside PassengerPositions 1 26 Display 2 45 Reclining Sea...

Страница 486: ...HTREARDOORAJAR 3 62 RestraintSystems Roadside AssistanceProgram 7 6 Rocking YourVehicle To Get It Out 4 46 Running Your EngineWhile You AreParked 2 43 S Safety Belt Safety Belts Reminder Light 3 32 Care of 5 88 CenterPassenger Position 1 24 Driver Position 1 16 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 16 Questions andAnswersAbout Safety Belts 1 14 Rear Safety BeltComfortGuidesfor Children and Small Adu...

Страница 487: ...ICEBRAKESYSTEM 3 58 Service Bulletins 7 12 Service Manuals 7 11 SERVICESTABILITY 3 63 Setting Preset PTYs RDSOnly 3 70 3 81 Setting Preset Stations 3 68 3 79 Setting the Time 3 64 Setting the Tone Bassnreble 3 68 3 79 Sheet Metal Damage 5 90 Shifting Into Park P 2 39 Shifting Out of Park P 2 41 Side Impact AirBags 1 57 Side Rail Channels 2 75 SnowPlow 4 54 SomeOtherRainyWeatherTips 4 35 Spare Tire...

Страница 488: ...1 TemperatureandCompass Display 2 45 Theft Deterrent Systems 2 25 Content Theft Deterrent 2 25 Passlock 2 26 Throttle Adjustable 2 29 TiltWheel 3 7 Tire Inflation Check 6 10 Tires 5 58 5 90 Buying NewTires 5 61 Chains 5 65 Changing a Flat Tire 5 67 If aTire Goes Flat 5 66 Inflation TirePressure 5 59 Inspection and Rotation 5 59 SpareTire 5 84 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 62 WheelAlignment and Ti...

Страница 489: ...nsaxle Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual 7 11 Transportation Options 7 8 Traction TRACTIONACTIVE 3 63 TRANS HOTIDLEENGINE 3 61 TRANSMISSIONHOT 3 61 Trip Information Button 3 47 Truck Camper Loading Information 4 57 TurnandLaneChangeSignals 3 8 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 7 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4 65 TURNSIGNALON 3 60 Underbody Flushing Service UnderhoodFuseBlock Understanding Rad...

Страница 490: ...of the Trailer Tongue 4 62 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use 5 17 What to Add 5 40 What to Do withUsed Oil 5 19 What to Use 5 25 5 37 5 38 5 49 Wheels Alignment andTireBalance 5 64 Replacement 5 64 When to AddEngine Oil 5 16 When to ChangeEngine Oil GM Oil Life System 5 18 When to Check 5 59 When to CheckandChange 5 22 When to Check Lubricant 5 49 When to CheckPower Steering Fluid 5 37 When You AreRe...

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