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Seats and Restraint Systems

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Front Seats

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Rear Seats

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Safety Belts

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Child Restraints

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Airbag System

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Restraint System Check

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Features and Controls

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Keys

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Doors and Locks

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Windows

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Theft-Deterrent Systems

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Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

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Mirrors

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Object Detection Systems

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OnStar

System

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Universal Home Remote System

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Storage Areas

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Sunroof

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Instrument Panel

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Instrument Panel Overview

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Climate Controls

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Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

........ 3-36

Driver Information Center (DIC)

.................. 3-56

Audio System(s)

....................................... 3-84

Driving Your Vehicle

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Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

..... 4-2

Towing

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Service and Appearance Care

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Service

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Fuel

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Checking Things Under the Hood

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Rear Axle

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Four-Wheel Drive

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Front Axle

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Noise Control System

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Headlamp Aiming

..................................... 5-58

Bulb Replacement

.................................... 5-61

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

......... 5-67

Tires

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Appearance Care

................................... 5-114

Vehicle Identification

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Electrical System

.................................... 5-125

Capacities and Specifications

................... 5-133

Maintenance Schedule

..................................... 6-1

Maintenance Schedule

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Customer Assistance Information

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Customer Assistance and Information

........... 7-2

Reporting Safety Defects

........................... 7-14

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

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Index

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2008 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual

Содержание 2008 Silverado 1500 Pickup

Страница 1: ...formation Center DIC 3 56 Audio System s 3 84 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 50 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 4 Fuel 5 6 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 12 Rear Axle 5 52 Four Wheel Drive 5 54 Front Axle 5 56 Noise Control System 5 57 Headlamp Aiming 5 58 Bulb Replacement 5 61 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 67 Tires 5 68 Appearance C...

Страница 2: ...this manual This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer retailer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 1 800 551 4123 www helminc com Propriétaires Canadiens On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en fran...

Страница 3: ...e manual It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book A box with the word CAUTION is used to tell about things that could hurt you or others if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people Cautions tell what the ...

Страница 4: ...e notice tells what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words There are also warning labels on the vehicle which use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation...

Страница 5: ...CH 1 45 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 54 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position 1 57 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position With Airbag Off Switch 1 57 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position With Passenger Sensing System 1 62 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Heavy Duty Crew Cab Only 1 ...

Страница 6: ...ent could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving To move a manual seat forward or rearward 1 Lift the bar to unlock the seat 2 Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place 1 2 ...

Страница 7: ... or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the control up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down On seats with power reclining seatbacks the control is located behind the power seat control on the outboard side of the seats See Power Reclining Seatbacks under Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 8 A vehicle with a memory function allows seat ...

Страница 8: ...lumbar support by turning the knob forward or rearward Power Lumbar On vehicles with power lumbar the controls used to operate this feature are located on the outboard side of the seats To increase lumbar support press and hold the front of the control To decrease lumbar support press and hold the rear of the control 1 4 ...

Страница 9: ...heated front seats the controls are located on the driver s and passenger s doors I Heated Seatback Press to turn on the heated seatback J Heated Seat and Seatback Press to turn on the heated seat and seatback The light on the button will come on to indicate that the feature is working Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings of high medium and low and to turn the heat to the sea...

Страница 10: ...h outside mirrors and the throttle and brake pedals to a comfortable position See Outside Power Mirrors on page 2 61 and Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 2 26 for more information Not all mirrors will have the ability to save and recall their positions Not all adjustable throttles and brake pedals will have the ability to save and recall their positions 2 Press and hold button 1 until t...

Страница 11: ...he driver s seat and or the adjustable pedals recall may stop working If this happens remove the obstruction and press the appropriate control for the area that is not responding for two seconds Try recalling the memory position again by pressing the appropriate memory button If the memory position is still not recalling see your dealer for service Easy Exit Seat The control for this feature is lo...

Страница 12: ...ovement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked 1 8 ...

Страница 13: ...ces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Manual Reclining Seatbacks On seats with manual reclining seatbacks the lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side of the seat s To recline the seatback ...

Страница 14: ...e seatback to make sure it is locked Power Reclining Seatbacks If the seats have power reclining seatbacks the control used to recline them is located on the outboard side of the seat behind the power seat control To recline the seatback tilt the top of the control rearward To bring the seatback forward tilt the top of the control forward Do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving 1...

Страница 15: ...occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Pull the head restraint up to raise it To lower the head restraint press the release button located on the top of the seatback while you push the head restraint down The second row seats have head rests that can be adjusted up and down 1 11 ...

Страница 16: ... may have a front center seat The seatback doubles as an armrest and cupholder storage area for the driver and passenger when the center seat is not used Do not use it as a seating position when the seatback is folded down Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation Full Bench Folding the Rear Seat To fold the seat up do the following Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause da...

Страница 17: ... still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat Make sure that nothing is on the seat To fold the seat slowly pull the seat cushion up To return the seat to the normal seating position slowly pull the seat cushion down CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not prop...

Страница 18: ...and check that your passenger s are restrained properly too CAUTION People riding on the tailgate if equipped can easily lose their balance and fall even when the vehicle is operated at low speeds Falling from a moving vehicle may result in serious injuries or death CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas ...

Страница 19: ...ven buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 40 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goe...

Страница 20: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 1 16 ...

Страница 21: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 17 ...

Страница 22: ...ing a safety belt or not But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted And you can unbuckle a safety belt even if you are upside down Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag...

Страница 23: ... for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 1 35 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 39 Follow those rules for everyone s protection It is very important for all occupants to buckle up Statistics show tha...

Страница 24: ... the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force on 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 shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash 1 20 ...

Страница 25: ...oo loose It will not give as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit snugly against your body 1 21 ...

Страница 26: ...otection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose In a crash you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs 1 22 ...

Страница 27: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not on the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 23 ...

Страница 28: ...ured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen not on the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 24 ...

Страница 29: ...shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 25 ...

Страница 30: ...ash you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury You might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 26 ...

Страница 31: ...oss the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer retailer to fix it 1 27 ...

Страница 32: ...If you ever pull the shoulder portion of a passenger belt out all the way you may engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Engaging the child restraint locking feature may affect the passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 81 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch pl...

Страница 33: ...ching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle Before you close a 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 1 29 ...

Страница 34: ...e adjuster down for the regular and crew cabs squeeze the buttons A on the sides of the height adjuster and move the height adjuster to the desired position On the extended cabs push down on the release button A and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move...

Страница 35: ...vate in a crash you will need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 89 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide positi...

Страница 36: ...guide on top CAUTION A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 1 32 ...

Страница 37: ...k for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts 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 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it is more likely tha...

Страница 38: ...y belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 35 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would b...

Страница 39: ...e long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for securing child seats To wear it attach it to the regular safety belt For more information see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown b...

Страница 40: ...safety belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A An older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs This...

Страница 41: ...s Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt cannot properly spread the impact forces In a crash the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured A belt must be used by only one person at a time 1 37 ...

Страница 42: ...d would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child might slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The child could also move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 38 ...

Страница 43: ...er allow children to play with the safety belts Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people or can be thrown out of the vehicle In addition young children should not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone they need to use a child restraint CAUTION Peopl...

Страница 44: ...stem is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also wheth...

Страница 45: ...ak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants should always be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older chil...

Страница 46: ...holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat B provides restraint for the child s body with the harness A booster seat C D is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 42 ...

Страница 47: ...d restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and to this manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can...

Страница 48: ...loys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Even it the passenger sensing system or the airbag off switch has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guaran...

Страница 49: ...en LATCH The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system Make sure that a LATCH compatible child restraint is properly installed using the anchors or use the vehicle s safety be...

Страница 50: ...top of the child restraint to the vehicle A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle The top tether attachment B on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash Your child restraint may have a single tether A or a dual tether C Either will have a single attachment B t...

Страница 51: ...straint If the child restraint does not have a top tether one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors Do not install a child restraint in the center front seat position See Securing a Child Restraint in the C...

Страница 52: ...s to assist you in locating the top tether anchors Do not install a child restraint in the center seat position See Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position on page 1 57 for more information For regular cab models the top tether anchors are located under covers on the back panel behind the passenger seat Remove the trim plug to access the anchor Be sure to use an anchor located...

Страница 53: ...be placed Be sure to read the instructions following to properly install a child restraint using these loops Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached Accident statistics show that children are safer i...

Страница 54: ...straint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual CAUTION Each lower anchor and top tether anchor in the vehicle is designed to hold only one child restraint except the center top tether anchor in crew and extended cab models Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even ...

Страница 55: ...ith the safety belts secured may cause damage to the safety belt or the seat When removing the child restraint always remember to return the safety belts to their normal stowed position before folding the rear seat Regular Cab Models 1 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor if your vehicle has one Re...

Страница 56: ...child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure Crew and Extended Cab Models 1 Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower anchors If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and ...

Страница 57: ... top tether B between the headrest or head restraint posts through the loop A behind the inboard headrest or head restraint post and under the center shoulder belt C C Attach the top tether B to the top tether anchor loop D at the center rear seating position Example Rear Driver s Side Position Example Rear Driver s Side Position 1 53 ...

Страница 58: ...Restraint in a Rear Seat Position When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position study the instructions that came with your child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle If your child restraint has the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 45 for how and where to install your child restraint using LATCH If you secure a child restraint...

Страница 59: ...the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 55...

Страница 60: ...raint as you tighten the belt 6 If your child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 45 for more information 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and le...

Страница 61: ...a rear seat Do not use child restraints in the center front seat position Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position With Airbag Off Switch Your vehicle has airbags A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint See Where to Put the Restraint on page 1 44 There may be a switch in the glove box that you can use to turn off the right front passenger frontal ...

Страница 62: ...seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat CAUTION If the airbag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the airbag it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system The right front passenger s airbag could inflate even though the switch is off If this ever happens do not let anyone whom the...

Страница 63: ...r and that the tether be attached You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint 1 Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward facing child restraint If you have no other choice but to install a rear facing child restraint in this seat make sure the airbag is off once the chil...

Страница 64: ...the buckle until it clicks Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 60 ...

Страница 65: ... return to the stowed position If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor disconnect it If you had turned the airbag off with the switch remember to be sure to use the airbag off switch to turn on the right front passenger s airbag when you remove the child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger airbag risk group See Airbag Off S...

Страница 66: ...ed or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstanc...

Страница 67: ...You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint 1 Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward facing child restraint When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator should lig...

Страница 68: ...h down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 1 64 ...

Страница 69: ...hicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion If this happens slightly recline the vehicle s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this happens adjust the head restraint Remove any additional material from th...

Страница 70: ... rear facing child restraint in a rear seat If the vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint a rear facing child restraint should not be installed in the vehicle even if the airbag is off If your child restraint has the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 45 for how and where to install your child restraint using LATCH...

Страница 71: ...ard facing child restraint 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if n...

Страница 72: ...h down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 1 68 ...

Страница 73: ...owing airbags A roof rail airbag for the driver and the passenger seated directly behind the driver A roof rail airbag for the right front passenger and the person seated directly behind the right front passenger All of the airbags in your vehicle will have the word AIRBAG embossed in the trim or on an attached label near the deployment opening For frontal airbags the word AIRBAG will appear on th...

Страница 74: ... with safety belts but do not replace them CAUTION Frontal airbags are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear crashes or in many side crashes If your vehicle has rollover capable roof rail airbags they are designed to inflate in moderate to severe crashes where something hits the side of your vehicle during a vehi...

Страница 75: ... or side windows in seating positions with roof rail airbags CAUTION Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To...

Страница 76: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 72 ...

Страница 77: ...ing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering If your vehicle has roof rail airbags never secure anything to the roof of your vehicle by routing the rope or tie down through any door or window opening If you d...

Страница 78: ... the vehicle hits a narrow object like a pole the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a wide object like a wall If the vehicle goes into an object at an angle the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle goes straight into the object Thresholds can also vary with specific vehicle design Frontal airbags are not intended to inflate du...

Страница 79: ...e vehicle is about to roll over or in a severe frontal impact In any particular crash no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were For frontal airbags inflation is determined by what the vehicle hits the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down For roof rail airbags deployment is determine...

Страница 80: ... prevent all such ejections But airbags would not help in many types of collisions primarily because the occupant s motion is not toward those airbags See When Should an Airbag Inflate on page 1 74 for more information Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates After the frontal airbags inflate they quickly deflate...

Страница 81: ... off by using the controls for those features In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an airbag inflates you will need some new parts for the airbag system If you do not get them the airbag system will not be t...

Страница 82: ...ont seat because My vehicle has no rear seat My vehicle has a rear seat too small to accommodate a rear facing infant seat or The infant has a medical condition which according to the infant s physician makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition Child age 1 to 12 A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because...

Страница 83: ...ve the extra protection of an airbag In a crash the airbag will not be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Do not turn off the passenger s airbag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group To turn off the right front passenger s airbag insert your ignition key into the switch push in and move the switch to the off position The word OFF or the off symbol will come on i...

Страница 84: ...ag risk group sit in the right front passenger s position for example do not secure a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat until you have your vehicle serviced See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 40 for additional information To turn the right front passenger s airbag on again insert your ignition key into the switch push in and move the switch to the on position The ri...

Страница 85: ...sible See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3 43 The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag under certain conditions The driver s airbags 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 designed to detect the presence of a...

Страница 86: ...t in a rear seat If your vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint we recommend that rear facing child restraints not be transported in your vehicle even if the airbag is off The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag if The right front passenger seat is unoccupied The system determines that an infant ...

Страница 87: ...page 1 11 Remove any additional material from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers before reinstalling or securing the child restraint If the on indicator is still lit secure the child in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle and check with your dealer retailer If no rear seat is available do not install a child restraint in this vehicl...

Страница 88: ... sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with the person s legs comfortably extended Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for two to three minutes This will allow the system to detect that person and then enable the right front passenger s frontal airbag Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking which h...

Страница 89: ...have the protection of the airbag s See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 40 for more on this including important safety information A thick layer of additional material such as a blanket or cushion or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers seat heaters and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates We recommend that you not use seat covers or other aftermarket equi...

Страница 90: ...hey are probably part of the airbag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle Q Is there anything I might add to or change about the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change your vehicle s frame bumper system height fr...

Страница 91: ...ustomer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 If your vehicle has rollover roof rail airbags see Different Size Tires and Wheels on page 5 88 for additional important information Q What if I added a snow plow Will it keep the airbags from working properly A We have designed our airbag systems to work properly under a wide range of conditions includin...

Страница 92: ... safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3 39 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page 5 117 Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement Make sure the airbag readiness light is working See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 40 for more information Notice If an airbag covering is da...

Страница 93: ...mblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer retailer to have your safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced If your vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash you may need new LATCH system parts New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system if equipped was not being used at the time of the crash If an ...

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Страница 95: ...eration 2 20 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 22 New Vehicle Break In 2 22 Ignition Positions 2 22 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 24 Starting the Engine 2 24 Fast Idle System 2 25 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 2 26 Engine Coolant Heater 2 27 Active Fuel Management 2 28 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 28 Tow Haul Mode 2 34 Four Wheel Drive 2 36 Parking Brake 2 50 Shifting Into Park 2 ...

Страница 96: ...king Assist URPA 2 64 OnStar System 2 67 Universal Home Remote System 2 71 Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED 2 71 Storage Areas 2 78 Glove Box 2 78 Cupholders 2 78 Instrument Panel Storage 2 78 Center Console Storage 2 79 Luggage Carrier 2 79 Rear Seat Armrest 2 80 Cargo Management System 2 80 Sunroof 2 82 Section 2 Features and Controls 2 2 ...

Страница 97: ...hicle move The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children The key can be used for the ignition and all door locks The key has a bar coded key tag that the dealer retailer or qualified locksmith can use to make new keys Store this information in a safe pl...

Страница 98: ...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 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void...

Страница 99: ...vehicle using the RKE transmitter See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 7 for additional information Q Lock Press to lock all the doors If enabled through the Driver Information Center DIC the turn signal lamps will flash once to indicate locking has occurred If enabled through the DIC the horn will chirp when Q is pressed again within three seconds of the previous press of the lock button See DIC Ve...

Страница 100: ...eatedly for 30 seconds The alarm will turn off when the ignition is moved to ON RUN or L is pressed again The ignition must be in LOCK OFF for the panic alarm to work Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each RKE transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer retailer All transm...

Страница 101: ...mate control system will default to a heating or cooling mode depending on the outside temperatures If your vehicle does not have an automatic climate control system the system will turn on at the setting the vehicle was set to when the vehicle was last turned off During a remote start if your vehicle has an automatic climate control system and heated seats the heated seats will turn on during col...

Страница 102: ...tton again after the vehicle has started will turn the engine off When the vehicle starts the parking lamps will turn on and remain on while the vehicle is running If the vehicle is left running it will automatically shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done 3 If it is the first remote start since the vehicle has been driven repeat these steps while the engine is still runnin...

Страница 103: ... engine will turn off during a remote vehicle start if the coolant temperature gets too high or if the oil pressure gets low Vehicles that have the remote vehicle start feature are shipped from the factory with the remote vehicle start system enabled The system may be enabled or disabled through the DIC See REMOTE START under DIC Vehicle Customization With DIC Buttons on page 3 76 for additional i...

Страница 104: ...s or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or the key in the driver s door From the inside use the...

Страница 105: ... With DIC Buttons on page 3 76 Programmable Automatic Door Locks Vehicles with an automatic lock unlock feature enable you to program the vehicle s power door locks You can program this feature through the Driver Information Center DIC See DIC Vehicle Customization With DIC Buttons on page 3 76 for more information on DIC programming Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle has rear door security loc...

Страница 106: ...ion and a front door is open If the driver s side power door lock switch is pressed when the driver s door is open and the key is in the ignition all of the doors will lock and then the driver s door will unlock If the passenger s side power door lock switch is pressed when the front passenger s door is open and the key is in the ignition all of the doors will lock and then the front passenger s d...

Страница 107: ...even when the vehicle is operated at low speeds People riding on the tailgate can easily lose their balance and fall in response to vehicle maneuvers Falling from a moving vehicle may result in serious injuries or death Do not allow people to ride on the tailgate Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly On vehicles with a lock on the tailgate use the key to lo...

Страница 108: ...le clips To release the retaining cable clips lift the cable so it points straight out Lift the clip over the bolt and push the cable forward then rotate down 2 With the tailgate about halfway open lift the right edge of the tailgate from the lower pivot On vehicles with the tailgate assist feature raise the tailgate nearly all the way to the closed position prior to removing the left edge 3 Move ...

Страница 109: ...n be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather Manual Windows Turn the hand crank on each door to manually raise or lower the manual windows 2 15 ...

Страница 110: ...ldren in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows If your vehicle has power windows the controls are located on each of the side doors in the front and rear for crew cab and extended cab models The driver s door has a switch for the passenger s and rear windows as well Your power windows will work when the ignition has been turned to ACCESSORY o...

Страница 111: ...feature The lockout switch is located in front of the window switches This feature prevents the rear windows from operating except from the driver s position Press the switch to engage or disengage the lockout feature An indicator light on the switch will come on when the lockout feature is engaged and will go off when disengaged Power Sliding Rear Window On vehicles with a power sliding rear wind...

Страница 112: ...n and flash If the delayed locking feature is active the alarm will not be activated until all doors are closed and the security light goes off 3 Close all doors The security light will stop flashing and go off after approximately 30 seconds The content theft deterrent alarm is not armed until the security light goes off If a locked door is opened without using the RKE transmitter a ten second pre...

Страница 113: ...n armed If you set off the alarm by accident press unlock on the RKE transmitter or place the key in the ignition and turn it to START to turn it off Testing the Alarm To test the alarm 1 From inside the vehicle lower the driver s window and open the driver s door 2 Activate the system by locking the doors with the RKE transmitter 3 Get out of the vehicle close the door and wait for the security l...

Страница 114: ...ncy transponder in the key that matches a decoder in the vehicle PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Operation Your vehicle has PASS Key III Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key III is a passive theft deterrent system The system is automatically armed when the key is removed from the ignition The system is automatically disarmed when the key is turned to ON RUN A...

Страница 115: ...made and programmed to the system See your dealer retailer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to get a new key blank that is cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system To program the new additional key 1 Verify that the new key has a 1 stamped on it 2 Insert the original already programmed key in the ignition and start the engine If the engine will not start see your dealer ...

Страница 116: ...tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer on page 4 55 for the trailer towing capabilities of your vehicle and more information Following break in engine speed and load can be gradually increased Ignition Positions Use the key to turn the ignition switch to four different positions In order to shift out of PARK P ignition must be in the ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal ...

Страница 117: ...C ACCESSORY or ON RUN position with the engine off You may not be able to start your vehicle if the battery is allowed to drain for an extended period of time D START This position starts the engine Key In the Ignition Never leave your vehicle with the keys inside as it is an easy target for joy riders or thieves If you leave the key in the ignition and park your vehicle a chime will sound when yo...

Страница 118: ...the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm Do not race the engine immediately after starting it Operate the engine and transmission gently to allow the oil to warm up and lubricate all moving parts Your vehicle has a Computer Controlled Cranking System This feature assists in starting the engine and protects components If the ignition key is turned to the START position and then ...

Страница 119: ...p and lubricates all moving parts Notice The engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer retailer If you do not your engine might not perform properly Any resulting damage would not be covered by your vehicle s warranty Fast Idle Syst...

Страница 120: ...king Brake The transmission shifter is moved out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N Selecting the cruise control on off button when it was previously on Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal On vehicles with 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 towar...

Страница 121: ... 0 F 18 C If your vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord The cord is located on the driver s side of the engine compartment near the power steering fluid reservoir 3 Plug the cord into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord ...

Страница 122: ... the system will operate in the half cylinder mode allowing your vehicle to achieve better fuel economy When greater power demands are required such as accelerating from a stop passing or merging onto a freeway the system will maintain full cylinder operation If your vehicle has an Active Fuel Management indicator see DIC Operation and Displays With DIC Buttons on page 3 57 or DIC Operation and Di...

Страница 123: ...ed Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into Park on page 2 51 If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Traile...

Страница 124: ...t into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Be sure the engine is not running at high speed when shifting your vehicle DRIVE D This position is for normal driving It provides the best fuel economy for your vehicle If you n...

Страница 125: ...n Transmission and Hydra Matic 6 Speed transmission s gear shifting could be delayed providing more stable shifts until the engine warms up Shifts could be more noticeable with a cold transmission This difference in shifting is normal MANUAL MODE M This position is available on vehicles with the Allison Transmission or Hydra Matic 6 Speed transmission It lets drivers select the range of gears appr...

Страница 126: ...te due to steepness of grade When you shift to FIRST 1 it provides the lowest gear appropriate to your current road speed and continues to downshift as the vehicle slows eventually downshifting to FIRST 1 gear Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission The repair will not be covered by your warranty If you ar...

Страница 127: ... to the gear Grade Braking is not available when the Range Selection Mode is active See Tow Haul Mode on page 2 34 While using the Range Selection mode feature cruise control and the Tow Haul mode can be used Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission The repair will not be covered by your warranty If you are...

Страница 128: ...ion shift pattern to reduce shift cycling providing increased performance vehicle control and transmission cooling when towing or hauling heavy loads The selector button is located on the end of the shift lever Turn the tow haul on and off by pressing the button When the tow haul is on a light on the instrument panel cluster will come on See Tow Haul Mode Light on page 3 54 for more information Al...

Страница 129: ...reduce shift cycling providing increased performance vehicle control and transmission cooling when towing or hauling heavy loads Turn the tow haul mode on and off by pressing the button located on the end of the shift lever When the tow haul is on a light on the instrument panel cluster will come on See Tow Haul Mode Light on page 3 54 for more information Also see Tow Haul Mode under Towing a Tra...

Страница 130: ...t detects when the truck is on a downhill grade and the driver desires to slow the vehicle by pressing the brake See the diesel supplement for information on Cruise Grade Braking Also see Towing a Trailer on page 4 55 for more information Four Wheel Drive If your vehicle has Four Wheel Drive you can send the engine s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction To get the most satisfaction ...

Страница 131: ...etween shifting and when the indicator light comes on is normal Recommended Transfer Case Settings Driving Conditions Transfer Case Settings 2m 4m 4n N Normal YES Severe YES Extreme YES Vehicle in Tow YES See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 50 Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 50 Notice Driving on clean dry pavement in four wheel drive for an extended period of time can cause premature wear on y...

Страница 132: ...ansfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P You or someone else could be seriously injured Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL See Parking Brake on page 2 50 N NEUTRAL Shift to this setting only when your vehicle needs to be towed See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 50 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 50...

Страница 133: ...r faster and make the transfer case harder to shift and run noisier If the transfer case shifter is in the NEUTRAL position and you have difficulty reaching the selected transfer case mode with the engine running shift the transmission momentarily to drive and then back to NEUTRAL This will realign the gear teeth in the transfer case and allow you to complete the shift Shifting from Two Wheel Driv...

Страница 134: ...o roll even if the transmission is in PARK P You or someone else could be seriously injured Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL See Parking Brake on page 2 50 Shifting into Four Wheel Drive Low with the vehicle at a stop may be more difficult You may be unable to complete the shift to Four Wheel Drive Low and will end up in NEUTRAL This is normal and is a f...

Страница 135: ... on page 4 50 Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 50 You can choose among four driving settings Indicator lights in the dial show which setting you are in The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on If the lights do not come on you should take your vehicle to your dealer for service An indicator light flashes while shifting the transfer case and remains i...

Страница 136: ...ansfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P You or someone else could be seriously injured Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL See Parking Brake on page 2 50 N NEUTRAL Shift the vehicle s transfer case to NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 50 or Towing Your Vehicle ...

Страница 137: ...g your transmission in gear Notice Shifting the transmission into gear before the requested mode indicator light has stopped flashing could damage the transfer case To help avoid damaging your vehicle always wait for the mode indicator lights to stop flashing before shifting the transmission into gear It is typical for your vehicle to exhibit significant engagement noise and bump when shifting bet...

Страница 138: ...High or Two Wheel Drive High switch position when your vehicle is in gear and or moving the Four Wheel Drive High or Two Wheel Drive High indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but will not complete the shift unless your vehicle is moving less than 3 mph 5 km h and the transmission is in NEUTRAL N Shifting into NEUTRAL To shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL do the following 1 Make sure the vehic...

Страница 139: ...ay cause the transfer case to enter the shift protection mode This will protect the transfer case from possible damage and will only allow the transfer case to respond to one shift per 10 seconds The transfer case may stay in this mode for up to three minutes Automatic Transfer Case The transfer case knob is located next to the steering column For information on StabiliTrak see StabiliTrak System ...

Страница 140: ... setting also engages the front axle and delivers extra torque You may never need this setting It sends maximum power to all four wheels You might choose Four Wheel Drive Low if you are driving off road in deep sand deep mud deep snow and while climbing or descending steep hills StabiliTrak will not engage in this mode See StabiliTrak System on page 4 6 for more information CAUTION Shifting the tr...

Страница 141: ...Four Wheel Drive Low is to have your vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph 1 6 to 3 2 km h Turn the knob to the Four Wheel Drive Low position You must wait for the Four Wheel Drive Low indicator light to stop flashing and remain on before shifting your transmission in gear Notice Shifting the transmission into gear before the requested mode indicator light has stopped flashing could damage the transfer case T...

Страница 142: ...fting the transmission into gear before the requested mode indicator light has stopped flashing could damage the transfer case To help avoid damaging your vehicle always wait for the mode indicator lights to stop flashing before shifting the transmission into gear It is typical for your vehicle to exhibit significant engagement noise and bump when shifting between Four Wheel Drive Low and Four Whe...

Страница 143: ...e second 8 Turn the ignition to ACC ACCESSORY which will turn the engine off 9 Place the transmission shift lever in PARK P 10 Release the parking brake prior to moving the vehicle 11 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF Shifting Out of NEUTRAL To shift out of NEUTRAL do the following 1 Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal 2 Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL N and turn the ignition to ...

Страница 144: ...own Then pull the bottom edge of the lever with the parking brake symbol and located above the parking brake pedal If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released the brake system warning light goes off Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the b...

Страница 145: ...your shift lever is in PARK P CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 55 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 2 50 for more information 2 Move the shift lever into the PARK P position by pulling the shift lever toward...

Страница 146: ...lever into PARK P hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the tra...

Страница 147: ...battery or a battery with low voltage try charging or jump starting the battery See Jump Starting on page 5 47 for more information To shift out of PARK P use the following 1 Apply the brake pedal 2 Move the shift lever to the desired position If you still are unable to shift out of PARK P 1 Ease the pressure on the shift lever 2 While holding down the brake pedal press the shift lever all the way...

Страница 148: ...ehicle Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know CAUTION Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle See the earlier caution under Engine Exhaust on page ...

Страница 149: ...sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set the parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P CAUTION Four wheel drive vehicles with the transfer case in NEUTRAL will allow the vehicle to roll even if the shift lever is in PARK P So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL Always set the parking brake Follow the proper steps to be sure ...

Страница 150: ... Compass Display Press the on off button located to the far left briefly to turn the compass temperature display on or off If the display reads CAL the compass needs to be calibrated For more information see Compass Calibration following To adjust between Fahrenheit and Celsius 1 Press and hold the on off button for approximately four seconds until either a flashing F or C appears 2 Press the butt...

Страница 151: ...dows If CAL is not displayed push the on off button for approximately 12 seconds or until CAL is displayed The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if the vehicle is...

Страница 152: ... will return Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display Your vehicle may have this mirror When on an automatic dimming mirror will dim to the prop...

Страница 153: ... until it is turned back on or until the vehicle is restarted Compass Operation Press the compass temperature button once briefly to turn the display on or off Compass Calibration See Compass Calibration under Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar Compass and Temperature Display on page 2 56 for more information Compass Variance See Compass Variance under Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...

Страница 154: ...driver s preferred position for better vision The vehicle may have outside heated mirrors which help clear them of condensation snow and ice Rear Window Defogger Press to turn the heated mirrors on or off Only the upper glass of the mirror is heated The lower convex part of the mirror is not heated Depending on the vehicle s features see Rear Window Defogger under Climate Control System With Air C...

Страница 155: ...has the following features Manual Folding The mirrors can be manually folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash To fold push the mirror toward the vehicle To return the mirror to its original position push outward Be sure to return both mirrors to their original unfolded position before driving Heated Mirrors The button to turn the heated mirrors on or off is located...

Страница 156: ...g lanes Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors If your vehicle is equipped with outside power foldaway mirrors the controls are located on the driver s door armrest Press A to select the driver s side mirror Then press the arrows located on the four way control pad to adjust the mirror Press A again to deselect the mirror Press B to select the passenger s side mirror Then press the arrows located on the f...

Страница 157: ...ming Rearview Mirror with OnStar Compass and Temperature Display on page 2 56 Park Tilt Mirrors If your vehicle has the memory package the outside mirrors are able to perform the park tilt function This feature may be useful in allowing the driver to view the curb when parallel parking This feature will cause the passenger s and or driver s mirror to tilt to a preselected position when the vehicle...

Страница 158: ...from the driver s seat Your vehicle may also have a turn signal indicator on the mirror An arrow on the mirror will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change Object Detection Systems Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA For vehicles with the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA system it operates at speeds less than 5 mph 8 km h and assists the driver with parking and avoiding objects while ...

Страница 159: ...ehicle before backing up While backing be sure to look for objects and check your vehicle s mirrors The display is located near the passenger side rear window and can be seen by looking over your right shoulder URPA uses three color coded lights to provide distance and system information How the System Works URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into R Reverse The rear display ...

Страница 160: ...Metric amber light 8 ft 2 5 m amber amber lights 40 in 1 0 m amber amber red lights 23 in 0 6 m amber amber red lights flashing and beep for three seconds 1 ft 0 3 m The system can be disabled by pressing the rear park aid disable button located next to the radio The indicator light will come on and PARKING ASSIST OFF displays on the Driver Information Center DIC to indicate that URPA is off see D...

Страница 161: ... vehicle s bumper is damaged Take the vehicle to your dealer retailer to repair the system Other conditions may affect system performance such as vibrations from a jackhammer or the compression of air brakes on a very large truck If the system is still disabled after driving forward at least 15 mph 25 km h take the vehicle to your dealer retailer OnStar System OnStar uses several innovative techno...

Страница 162: ...s with OnStar the Safe Sound Plan or the Directions Connections Plan is included for one year from the date of purchase You can extend this plan beyond the first year or upgrade to the Directions Connections Plan For more information press the OnStar button to speak with an advisor Some OnStar services such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance may not be available until you ...

Страница 163: ...visor by pressing the OnStar button or calling 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 OnStar Virtual Advisor OnStar Virtual Advisor is a feature of OnStar Hands Free Calling that uses your minutes to access location based weather local traffic reports and stock quotes By pressing the phone button and giving a few simple voice commands you can browse through the various topics See the OnStar Owner s Guide f...

Страница 164: ...as coverage network capacity and reception when the service is needed and technology that is compatible with the OnStar service Not all services are available everywhere particularly in remote or enclosed areas or at all times Location information about your vehicle is only available if the GPS satellite signals are unobstructed and available Your vehicle must have a working electrical system incl...

Страница 165: ...ce must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED This vehicle may have the Universal Home Remote System If there are three round Light Emitting ...

Страница 166: ...ark the vehicle outside of the garage when programming a garage door Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or gate that is being programmed Programming Universal Home Remote Rolling Code For questions or help programming the Universal Home Remote System call 1 866 572 2728 or go to www learcar2u com Most garage door openers sold after 1996 are Rolling Code units Programming ...

Страница 167: ... This button may need to be held for up to 20 seconds 4 Immediately within one second release the button when the garage door moves The indicator light will blink rapidly until programming is complete 5 Press and release the same button again The garage door should move confirming that programming is successful and complete To program another Rolling Code device such as an additional garage door o...

Страница 168: ...cedure will have to be repeated To program up to three devices 1 To verify that the garage door opener is a Fixed Code unit remove the battery cover on the hand held transmitter supplied by the manufacturer of the garage door opener motor If there are a row of dip switches similar to the graphic above the garage door opener is a Fixed Code unit If you do not see a row of dip switches return to the...

Страница 169: ...head dip switch settings can also be used when the original hand held transmitter is not available The panel of switches might not appear exactly as they do in the examples above but they should be similar The switch positions on the hand held transmitter could be labeled as follows A switch in the up position could be labeled as Up or On A switch in the down position could be labeled as Down or O...

Страница 170: ...Universal Home Remote when completing Step 4 3 From inside your vehicle first firmly press all three buttons at the same time for about three seconds Release the buttons to put the Universal Home Remote into programming mode 4 The indicator lights will blink slowly Enter each switch setting from Step 2 into your vehicle s Universal Home Remote You will have two and one half minutes to complete Ste...

Страница 171: ... button in Step 6 than what was used for the garage door opener Using Universal Home Remote Press and hold the appropriate button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Reprogramming Universal Home Remote Buttons Any of the three buttons can be reprogrammed by repeating the instructions Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons The programm...

Страница 172: ...rmrest Pull the loop down on the rear seat armrest to access the cupholders Pull downward on the lid to use the cupholders behind the center console Instrument Panel Storage Your vehicle may have an instrument panel storage area It is located above the glove box To open press and hold the driver s side of the handle in and pull out on the exposed portion of the handle 2 78 ...

Страница 173: ...ails which can be moved back and forth to help secure cargo Tie the load to the siderails or siderail supports Notice Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that weighs more than 200 lbs 91 kg or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your vehicle Load cargo so that it rests on the slats as far forward as possible and against the side rails making sure to fasten it securely Do not ex...

Страница 174: ... Tie the load to the crossrails and the siderails or siderail supports Also tie the load to the bumpers Do not tie the load so tightly that the crossrails or siderails are damaged After moving a crossrail be sure it is securely locked into the siderail Your vehicle has a Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL located above the rear glass If items are loaded on the roof of the vehicle care should be ta...

Страница 175: ... corner cap towards the center of the bed to expose the rail notches To remove the corner cap pull either edge away from the rail To remove the system loosen the toggle bolts on each rail until they can be removed from the bed of the truck To replace the system place the toggle bolts and rails into their original locations and tighten them to a torque setting of 12 5 ft lbs 17 Y If the system is r...

Страница 176: ...ed either manually or by using the express open feature To open manually press the rear of the switch to the first depression and hold until the sunroof has reached the desired position To open using express open press the rear of the switch fully and release The sunroof will move to the full open position To stop the sunroof partway press the switch a second time Close From the vent or open posit...

Страница 177: ...tically To stop the sunroof partway press the switch a second time To express close the sunroof fully press and release the front of the driver s side switch The sunroof will close automatically To stop the sunroof partway press the switch a second time The sunroof also has a sunshade which you can pull forward to block sun rays The sunshade must be opened and closed manually Anti Pinch Feature Cr...

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Страница 179: ...Dome Lamps 3 21 Dome Lamp Override 3 21 Entry Lighting 3 21 Exit Lighting 3 21 Reading Lamps 3 22 Cargo Lamp 3 22 Electric Power Management 3 22 Battery Run Down Protection 3 23 Accessory Power Outlet s 3 23 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 3 24 Climate Controls 3 25 Climate Control System With Air Conditioning 3 25 Climate Control System Heater Only 3 28 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 3 29 ...

Страница 180: ...ys With DIC Buttons 3 57 DIC Operation and Displays Without DIC Buttons 3 63 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 66 DIC Vehicle Customization With DIC Buttons 3 76 Audio System s 3 84 Setting the Clock 3 86 Radio s 3 88 Using an MP3 Radio with CD or Six Disc CD Player 3 108 Using an MP3 Radio with CD and DVD Player 3 114 XM Radio Messages 3 119 Navigation Radio System 3 120 Rear Seat Entertainment RSE Sys...

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Страница 182: ...nt Panel Overview Base Uplevel version The main components of the instrument panel are the following A Air Outlets See Outlet Adjustment on page 3 35 B Turn Signal Multifunction Lever See Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 9 3 4 ...

Страница 183: ...e 3 20 N Cruise Control Buttons See Cruise Control on page 3 13 O Tilt Wheel Lever See Tilt Wheel on page 3 8 P Horn See Horn on page 3 8 Q Audio Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3 132 R Automatic Transfer Case Control If Equipped See Four Wheel Drive on page 2 36 S Ashtray If Equipped See Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter on page 3 24 T StabiliTrak Butto...

Страница 184: ...e Outlet Adjustment on page 3 35 B Turn Signal Multifunction Lever See Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 9 C Instrument Panel Cluster See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3 37 D Hazard Warning Flasher Button See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3 8 3 6 ...

Страница 185: ...e Tilt Wheel on page 3 8 Q Horn See Horn on page 3 8 R Audio Steering Wheel Controls See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3 132 S Climate Controls See Climate Control System With Air Conditioning on page 3 25 or Climate Control System Heater Only on page 3 28 or Dual Automatic Climate Controls If Equipped See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 3 29 T Accessory Power Outlets See Acc...

Страница 186: ...s work no matter what ignition position the key is in and even if the key is not in the ignition When the hazard warning flashers are on your vehicle s turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Horn To sound the horn press the horn symbols located on the steering wheel Tilt...

Страница 187: ...function Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following GTurn and Lane Change Signals See Turn and Lane Change Signals on page 3 10 53Headlamp High Low Beam Changer See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 10 Flash to Pass See Flash to Pass on page 3 11 NWindshield Wipers See Windshield Wipers on page 3 11 LWindshield Washer See Windshield Washer on page 3 12 Fo...

Страница 188: ... or a lane change if the arrows flash more quickly than normal a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers will not see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows do not 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 5 125 Turn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left o...

Страница 189: ...me damaged install new blades or blade inserts For more information see Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 5 67 Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools down Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Turn the band with the wiper symbol to control the windshield wipers 8 Mist Turn the band to mist for a single wiping cycle Hold ...

Страница 190: ...nction lever The rainsensor will automatically control the frequency of the wipes from the off setting to the high speed setting according to the weather conditions The wipers can be left in a rainsense mode even when it is not raining When Rainsense is active the headlamps will turn on automatically if the exterior lamp control is in the AUTO position and the wipers are active Notice Going throug...

Страница 191: ... automatically turn off after four wipe cycles have been completed When the heated windshield washer fluid system is activated under certain outside temperature conditions steam may flow out of the washer nozzles for a short period of time before washer fluid is sprayed This is a normal condition Cruise Control CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed...

Страница 192: ...ontrol will automatically disengage See StabiliTrak System on page 4 6 When road conditions allow the cruise control to be safely used again it can be turned back on The cruise control buttons are located on left side of the steering wheel T On Off This button can both activate and turn off the system The indicator light is on when cruise control is on and turns off when cruise control is off RES ...

Страница 193: ...desired speed 3 Press the SET button located on the steering wheel and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator Resuming a Set Speed If the brakes are applied while the cruise control is set the cruise control is disengaged But it does not need to be reset Once the vehicle speed reaches about 25 mph 40 km h or more press the RES button on the steering wheel The vehicle will go back to the p...

Страница 194: ...ous set cruise speed Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control will work on hills depends upon the vehicle speed load and the steepness of the hills While going up steep hills you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle s speed While going downhill you might have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep the vehicle s speed down When the brakes are appli...

Страница 195: ...icles first sold in Canada the off position will only work when the vehicle is shifted into PARK P AUTO Automatic Turn the control to this position to automatically turn on the headlamps at normal brightness together with the following Parking Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Taillamps License Plate Lamps When the vehicle is turned off and the headlamps are in AUTO the headlamps may automatically rem...

Страница 196: ...or is open To disable the chime turn the light off Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold...

Страница 197: ...e and nighttime operation of the Daytime Running Lamps DRL and the automatic headlamp systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only be affected when the light sensor detects a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay If the vehicle is started in a dark garage the automatic headlamp system wi...

Страница 198: ...quire the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp If your vehicle has this feature this button includes wiring provisions for a dealer or a qualified service center to install an auxiliary roof lamp This button is located on the overhead console When the wiring is connected to an auxiliary roof mounted lamp pressing the bottom of the button will activate the lamp an...

Страница 199: ...nstrument panel brightness knob located next to the exterior lamps control clockwise to the farthest position In this position the dome lamps remain on whether a door is opened or closed Dome Lamp Override The dome lamp override button is located next to the exterior lamps control k Dome Off Press the button in and the dome lamps remain off when a door is opened Press the button again to return it...

Страница 200: ...nagement EPM that estimates the battery s temperature and state of charge It then adjusts the voltage for best performance and extended life of the battery When the battery s state of charge is low the voltage is raised slightly to quickly put the charge back in When the state of charge is high the voltage is lowered slightly to prevent overcharging If the vehicle has a voltmeter gage or a voltage...

Страница 201: ...rgo lamp shuts off after 20 minutes This prevents the battery from running down Accessory Power Outlet s Accessory power outlets can be used to connect auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio The vehicle may have two accessory power outlets located below the climate control system or may have one accessory power outlet and one cigarette lighter The cigarette lighter...

Страница 202: ...ered by your warranty Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may have a front ashtray located near the center of the instrument panel Pull on the door to open it The ashtray may have a cigarette lighter Notice If papers pins or other flammable items are p...

Страница 203: ... select from the following modes The right knob can be positioned between two modes to select a combination of those two modes H Vent This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level This mode directs half of the air to the instrument panel outlets and half to the floor outlets 6 Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with some air directed to the windshield and...

Страница 204: ...nnot be used with floor defog or defrost modes If recirculation is selected with one of these modes the indicator light will flash three times and then turn off While in recirculation mode the windows may fog when the weather is cold and damp To clear the fog select either the defog or defrost mode and increase the fan speed The recirculation mode can be turned off by pressing the outside air butt...

Страница 205: ...selected in the defog or defrost mode When either mode is selected the system runs the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is close to freezing Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear Rear Window Defogger If your vehicle has a rear window defogger it uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window The rear window defogger will only work when the ignit...

Страница 206: ...r decrease the temperature inside the vehicle Use the right knob to select from the following modes The right knob can be positioned between two modes to select a combination of those two modes H Vent This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level This mode directs half of the air to the instrument panel outlets and to the floor outlets 6 Floor This mode directs most of the air to ...

Страница 207: ...s 0 Defrost This mode removes fog or frost from the windshield more quickly A portion of the air is directed to the windshield and the side window vents with some air directed to the floor vents The system will automatically force outside air into the vehicle Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear Dual Automatic Climate Control System The heating cooling and ventilation in the ve...

Страница 208: ...etting is set different than the driver s setting the indicator on the PASS button illuminates and both the driver s side and passenger s side temperature displays are shown Automatic Operation AUTO Automatic When automatic operation is active the system controls the inside temperature the air delivery and the fan speed Use the steps below to place the entire system in automatic mode 1 Press the A...

Страница 209: ...ensor see Sensors later in this section To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather the system delays turning the fan on until warm air is available The length of delay depends on the engine coolant temperature Pressing the fan switch overrides this delay and changes the fan to a selected speed O On Off Press this button to turn off the climate control system Outside air still enters the vehicle and...

Страница 210: ...livery mode setting is displayed and the AUTO light turns off The fan remains under automatic control H Vent Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level Air is directed partly to the instrument panel outlets and to the floor outlets A little air is directed towards the windshield and side window outlets Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the floor outlets 6 ...

Страница 211: ...mode Air Conditioning Air Conditioning Press this button to turn the air conditioning A C compressor on and off When air conditioning is selected an indicator light comes on to show that the air conditioning has been activated Pressing this button when the outside temperature is too cool for air conditioning makes the air conditioning indicator flash three times and then turn off to let you know t...

Страница 212: ...the air delivery mode The system may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun The recirculation mode will also be used as needed to maintain cool outlet temperatures Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of the windows is a result of high humidity moisture condensing on the cool window glass This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly There are...

Страница 213: ...ar Notice Do not use a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window Do not adhere anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass These actions may damage the rear defogger Repairs would not be covered by your warranty Heated Mirrors If your vehicle has heated outside rearview mirrors the mirrors will heat to help clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirror when the rear...

Страница 214: ... 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 is a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on as you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a proble...

Страница 215: ...now how fast you are going about how much fuel you have and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically If your vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information United States Light Duty Premium version shown Canada Uplevel Base Heavy Duty Clusters similar 3 37 ...

Страница 216: ...d Displays Without DIC Buttons on page 3 63 for more information Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero Press the reset button located on the instrument panel cluster next to the voltmeter to toggle between the trip odometer and the regular odometer Holding the reset button for approximately one second while th...

Страница 217: ...will come on Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light For vehicles with Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Lights several seconds after the engine is started a chime will sound for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt This would only occur if the passenger airbag is enabled See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 81 for more information The passenger safety belt light w...

Страница 218: ... readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the airbag system may not be working properly The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a crash To he...

Страница 219: ... after several more seconds the status indicator ON or OFF or either the on or off symbol will light to let you know the status of the right front passenger s frontal airbag When you turn the right front passenger s airbag off this light will come on and stay on to remind you that the airbag has been turned off This light will go off when you turn the airbag back on again See Airbag Off Switch on ...

Страница 220: ...on CAUTION If the airbag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the airbag it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system The right front passenger s airbag could inflate even though the switch is off If this ever happens do not let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger airbag risk group sit in the right front passenger s positio...

Страница 221: ...on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger s frontal airbag is enabled may inflate CAUTION If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger s seat it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger s frontal airbag A child in a rear facing child restraint c...

Страница 222: ...assenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 81 for more on this including important safety information If after several seconds both status indicator lights remain 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 retailer for service CAUTION If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster e...

Страница 223: ...s an electrical problem Have it checked right away If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all the accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Voltmeter Gage Your vehicle may have a voltmeter gage When the ignition is on this gage indicates the battery voltage When the engine is running this gage shows the condition of the charging system The gage may tran...

Страница 224: ...al operating range indicate a possible problem in the electrical system Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible Brake System Warning Light With the ignition on the brake system warning light will come on when you set the parking brake If you try to drive with the parking brake engaged a chime will sound when the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system...

Страница 225: ...Warning Light For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System ABS this light comes on briefly when the engine is started That is normal If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If the ABS light stays on turn the ignition off If the light comes on when you are driving stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn the ignition off Then start...

Страница 226: ...ve If the StabiliTrak system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your vehicle needs service See StabiliTrak System on page 4 6 for more information Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle is working During a majority of the operation the gage wil...

Страница 227: ... Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light A computer system called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems It makes sure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The check engine light comes on to indicate that there is an OBD II problem and service is required Ma...

Страница 228: ...ol system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Diagnosis and service might be required If the Light is Flashing The following can prevent more serious damage to your vehicle Reduce vehicle speed Avoid hard accelerations Avoid steep uphill grades If you are towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady s...

Страница 229: ...f your dealer retailer can check the vehicle Your dealer retailer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that might have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or might begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection cou...

Страница 230: ...g range may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure Check your oil as soon as possible See OIL PRESSURE LOW under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 66 and Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 5 15 CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check you...

Страница 231: ...gine oil This light will come on briefly when you start your engine as a check to be sure it works If it does not have your vehicle serviced If the light comes on and stays on it means that oil is not flowing through your engine properly You could be low on oil and you might have some other system problem Security Light For information regarding this light and the vehicle s security system see Con...

Страница 232: ...Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 10 for more information Four Wheel Drive Light The four wheel drive light comes on when you shift a manual transfer case into four wheel drive and the front axle engages Some delay between the shifting and the light coming on is normal See Four Wheel Drive on page 2 36 for more information Tow Haul Mode Light This light comes on when the Tow Haul mode has b...

Страница 233: ... situations you may experience with your fuel gage None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gage At the gas station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tan...

Страница 234: ...C displays information about your vehicle It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected All messages will appear in the DIC display located below the tachometer in the instrument panel cluster The DIC comes on when the ignition is on After a short delay the DIC will display the information that was last displayed before the engine was turned off If your vehicle has DIC buttons ...

Страница 235: ... Vehicle Customization With DIC Buttons on page 3 76 for more information If your vehicle has DIC buttons you can also use the trip odometer reset stem to view some of the DIC displays See DIC Operation and Displays Without DIC Buttons later in this section DIC Buttons The buttons are the trip fuel vehicle information customization and set reset buttons The button functions are detailed in the fol...

Страница 236: ...s button to scroll through the following menu items Odometer Press the trip fuel button until ODOMETER displays This display shows the distance the vehicle has been driven in either miles mi or kilometers km Pressing the trip odometer reset stem will also display the odometer To switch between English and metric measurements see Units later in this section Trip Odometer Press the trip fuel button ...

Страница 237: ...how LOW if the fuel level is low The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle s fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank This estimate will change if driving conditions change For example if driving in traffic and making frequent stops this display may read one number but if the vehicle is driven on a freeway the number may change ...

Страница 238: ...tomatic transmission fluid in either degrees Fahrenheit F or degrees Celsius C Instantaneous Economy and Active Fuel Management Indicator If your vehicle has this display press the trip fuel button until INST ECONOMY V8 MODE displays This display shows the current fuel economy at a particular moment and will change frequently as driving conditions change This display shows the instantaneous fuel e...

Страница 239: ...hen the oil has just been changed It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change To reset the engine oil life system see Engine Oil Life System on page 5 18 Units Press the vehicle information button until UNITS displays This display allows you to select between English or Metric units of measurement Once in this display press the set reset button to select between ENGLISH or METRIC units...

Страница 240: ... vehicle information button until ENGINE HOURS displays This display shows the total number of hours the engine has run Relearn Remote Key This display allows you to match Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitters to your vehicle To match an RKE transmitter to your vehicle 1 Press the vehicle information button until PRESS V TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY displays 2 Press the set reset button until REMOTE KEY ...

Страница 241: ...the trip odometer reset stem to view the following displays odometer engine hours trip odometer and display language Trip Odometer Reset Stem Menu Items Odometer Press the trip odometer reset stem until ODOMETER displays This display shows the distance the vehicle has been driven in either miles mi or kilometers km Engine Hours To display the ENGINE HOURS place the ignition in LOCK OFF or ACC ACCE...

Страница 242: ...eset stem until TRAILER GAIN and OUTPUT display TRAILER GAIN shows the trailer gain setting This setting can be adjusted from 0 0 to 10 0 with either a trailer connected or disconnected To adjust this setting see Integrated Trailer Brake Control System under Towing a Trailer on page 4 55 for more information OUTPUT shows the power output to the trailer anytime a trailer with electric brakes is con...

Страница 243: ...em must re learn the tire positions To re learn the tire positions see Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5 78 See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 83 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 66 for more information Relearn Remote Key To access this display the vehicle must be in PARK P This display allows you to match Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitters to your vehicle To match an RKE tr...

Страница 244: ...f the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed by the driver to correct the condition Multiple messages may appear one after another Some messages may not require immediate action but you can press any of the DIC buttons on the instrument panel or the trip odometer reset stem on the instrument panel cluster to acknowledge that you received the messages and to clear them from the disp...

Страница 245: ...The DIC also shows the tire pressure values See DIC Operation and Displays With DIC Buttons earlier in this section If the tire pressure is low the low tire pressure warning light comes on See Tire Pressure Light on page 3 49 CHECK TRAILER WIRING On vehicles with the Integrated Trailer Brake Control ITBC system this message may display and a chime may sound when one of the following conditions exi...

Страница 246: ...er retailer as soon as possible to avoid damage to the engine ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE Notice If you drive your vehicle while the engine is overheating severe engine damage may occur If an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and or DIC stop the vehicle as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 5 32 for more information This message displays when the engine coolan...

Страница 247: ...uced speed while this message is on but acceleration and speed may be reduced Anytime this message stays on the vehicle should be taken to your dealer retailer for service as soon as possible FAST IDLE ON If your vehicle has this feature this message displays when the fast idle feature is on See Fast Idle System on page 2 25 for more information FUEL LEVEL LOW This message displays and a chime sou...

Страница 248: ...ss the set reset button or the trip odometer reset stem to acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display To turn the URPA system back on see Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA on page 2 64 PASSENGER DOOR OPEN This message displays and a chime sounds if the passenger door is not fully closed and the vehicle is in a drive gear Stop and turn off the vehicle check the door for obstructio...

Страница 249: ... for problems See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 40 and Airbag System on page 1 69 for more information SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM On some vehicles this message displays if there is a problem with the battery charging system Under certain conditions the charging system light may also turn on in the instrument panel cluster See Charging System Light on page 3 45 Driving with this problem cou...

Страница 250: ...drive however you do not have the benefit of StabiliTrak so reduce your speed and drive accordingly SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM This message displays when there is a problem with the theft deterrent system The vehicle may or may not restart so you may want to take the vehicle to your dealer retailer before turning off the engine See PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Operation on page 2 20 for...

Страница 251: ...ve StabiliTrak on However you should turn StabiliTrak off if your vehicle gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow and you want to rock your vehicle to attempt to free it or if you are driving in extreme off road conditions and require more wheel spin See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 34 To turn the StabiliTrak system on or off see StabiliTrak System on page 4 6 There are se...

Страница 252: ... rotating the tires or after replacing a tire or sensor See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 83 Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5 78 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 76 for more information TRACTION CONTROL OFF If your vehicle has StabiliTrak this message displays when the Traction Control System TCS is turned off Adjust your driving accordingly See StabiliTrak System on page 4 6 f...

Страница 253: ...Driving with the transmission fluid temperature high can cause damage to the vehicle Stop the vehicle and let it idle to allow the transmission to cool This message clears and the chime stops when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level TURN SIGNAL ON This message displays and a chime sounds if a turn signal is left on for 3 4 of a mile 1 2 km Move the turn signal multifunction lever to the off...

Страница 254: ...tically recalled To change customization preferences use the following procedure Entering the Feature Settings Menu 1 Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in PARK P To avoid excessive drain on the battery it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off 2 Press the customization button to scroll through the available customizable options Feature Settings Menu Items The following are custo...

Страница 255: ...er reset stem See Language under DIC Operation and Displays Without DIC Buttons earlier in this section for more information AUTO DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select when the vehicle s doors will automatically lock See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2 11 for more information Press the customization button until AUTO DOOR LOCK appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button...

Страница 256: ...ing is displayed on the DIC REMOTE DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter You will not receive feedback when locking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter if the doors are open See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 5 for more information Press the customization button ...

Страница 257: ...n vehicles with a crew cab this feature allows you to select whether or not the locking of the vehicle s doors will be delayed When locking the doors with the power door lock switch and a door is open this feature will delay locking the doors until five seconds after the last door is closed You will hear three chimes to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use The key must be out of the i...

Страница 258: ...This feature allows you to select whether or not to have the exterior lights turn on briefly during low light periods after unlocking the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter Press the customization button until APPROACH LIGHTING appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through...

Страница 259: ... automatically tilt down when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE R See Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors on page 2 62 for more information Press the customization button until PARK TILT MIRRORS appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings OFF default Neither outside mirr...

Страница 260: ...sired setting is displayed on the DIC MEMORY SEAT RECALL If your vehicle has this feature it allows you to select your preference for the remote memory seat recall feature See Memory Seat Mirrors and Pedals on page 1 6 for more information Press the customization button until MEMORY SEAT RECALL appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then ...

Страница 261: ...CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC FACTORY SETTINGS This feature allows you to set all of the customization features back to their factory default settings Press the customization button until FACTORY SETTINGS appears on the DIC display Press the set reset but...

Страница 262: ...e is no longer in ON RUN The trip fuel or vehicle information DIC buttons are pressed The end of the feature settings menu is reached and exited A 40 second time period has elapsed with no selection made Audio System s Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read the pages following to familiarize yourself with its features CAUTION This system provides you with far greater access to audio ...

Страница 263: ...e adding any sound equipment to your vehicle such as an audio system CD player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio make sure that it can be added by checking with your dealer retailer Also check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units If sound equipment can be added it is very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle ...

Страница 264: ... counterclockwise to select the default time settings 3 Press the H button again until the clock display stops flashing to set the currently displayed time otherwise the flashing stops after five seconds and the current time displayed will be automatically set MP3 Radios with a Single CD or a Single CD and DVD Player If the vehicle has a radio with a single CD or a CD and DVD player it has a H but...

Страница 265: ...ime out MP3 Radio with a Six Disc CD Player If the vehicle has a radio with a six disc CD player the radio has a MENU button instead of the H button to set the time and date To set the time and date follow these instructions 1 Press the MENU button 2 Once the H option displays press the pushbutton located under that label The HR MIN MM DD YYYY hour minute month day and year displays 3 Press the pu...

Страница 266: ...se instructions 1 Press the MENU button Once the H option displays press the pushbutton located under the forward arrow that is currently displayed on the radio screen until the 12H hour and 24H hour and the date MM DD month and day and DD MM day and month displays 2 Press the pushbutton located under the desired option 3 Press the MENU button again to apply the selected default or let the screen ...

Страница 267: ...The vehicle has one of these radios as its audio system Radio with CD MP3 shown Radio with Six Disc CD MP3 similar Radio with CD and DVD MP3 3 89 ...

Страница 268: ...ademarks of Dolby Laboratories Radio Data System RDS The audio system has a Radio Data System RDS The RDS feature is available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available While the radio is tuned to an FM RDS station the station name or call letters displays In...

Страница 269: ...10 seconds Each higher setting allows for more radio volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Finding a Station BAND Press to switch between AM FM or XM if equipped The selection displays f Tune Turn to select radio stations SEEK Press either arrow to go to the previous or to the next station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either arrow for a few seconds until a beep sounds The ...

Страница 270: ...ation that was set returns 5 Repeat the Steps 2 through 4 for each pushbutton Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite Drivers are encouraged to set up their radio station favorites while the vehicle is parked Tune to favorite stations using the presets favorites button and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has this feature See Defensive Driving on page 4 2 FAV Favorites If the vehicle has XM an...

Страница 271: ...sen amount of numbered pages Setting the Tone Bass Treble AM FM Radio Bass Treble To adjust the bass or treble press the tune knob or the EQ button until the desired tone control label displays Turn the tune knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the setting The display shows the current bass or treble level If a station s frequency is weak or if there is static decrease the tr...

Страница 272: ...ing the Speakers Balance Fade AM FM Radio Balance Fade To adjust the balance or fade press this button or the tune knob until the desired speaker control label displays Turn the tune knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the setting The setting can also be adjusted by pressing the seek arrows Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL FADE Balance Fade To adjust balance or fade press the f kno...

Страница 273: ... category 3 Turn the f knob press the buttons below the right or left arrows displayed or press either SEEK arrow to go to the previous or to the next XM station within the selected category 4 To exit the category search mode press the FAV button or BAND button to display the favorites again Undesired XM categories can be removed through the setup menu To remove an undesired category perform the f...

Страница 274: ...ree music coast to coast and in digital quality sound During your trial or when you subscribe you will get unlimited access to XM Radio Online for when you are not in your vehicle A service fee is required to receive the XM service For more information contact XM at www xmradio com or call 1 800 929 2100 in the U S and www xmradio ca or call 1 877 438 9677 in Canada Radio Messages for XM Only See ...

Страница 275: ...me manner Playing a CD In Either the DVD or CD Slot Insert a CD partway into the slot label side up The player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing loading a disc into the system depending on media type and format ranges from 5 to 20 seconds for a CD and up to 30 seconds for a DVD to begin playing If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it stays in the player When the...

Страница 276: ...l to a CD it could get caught in the CD or DVD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen instead The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD and DVD player mechanism Notice If a label is added to a ...

Страница 277: ... Press the right arrow to go to the next track If either arrow is held or pressed multiple times the player continues moving backward or forward through the tracks on the CD sREV Fast Reverse Press and hold to reverse playback quickly within a track Sound will be heard at a reduced volume Release to resume playing the track The elapsed time of the track displays FWD Fast Forward Press and hold to ...

Страница 278: ...a message showing the disc and or track number displays when a CD is in the player Press again and the system automatically searches for an auxiliary input device such as a portable audio player If a portable audio player is not connected No Input Device Found displays DVD CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to cycle through DVD CD or Auxiliary when listening to the radio The DVD CD text label and ...

Страница 279: ...stem on page 3 121 for more information In some vehicles depending on audio options the rear speakers can be muted when the RSA power is turned on See Rear Seat Audio RSA on page 3 130 for more information Playing an MP3 CD R or CD RW Disc Radios with a Single CD player or a Six Disc CD player has the capability of playing an MP3 CD R or CD RW disc For more information on how to play an MP3 CD R o...

Страница 280: ...ssage write it down and provide it to your dealer retailer when reporting the problem Using the DVD Player The DVD player is controlled by the buttons on the remote control or by the RSA system or by the buttons on the radio faceplate See Remote Control under Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System on page 3 121 and Rear Seat Audio RSA on page 3 130 for more information The DVD player is only compatibl...

Страница 281: ...rn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume Press and hold for more than two seconds to turn off the entire radio and Rear Seat Entertainment RSE system and to start the parental control feature Parental control prevents the rear seat occupant from operating the Rear Seat Audio RSA system or remote control A lock symbol displays next to the clock display The paren...

Страница 282: ... to eject DVD V Video Display Buttons Once a DVD V is inserted the radio display menu shows several tag options for DVD playing Press the pushbuttons located under any desired tag option during DVD playback See the tag options listed after for more information The rear seat passenger can navigate the DVD V menus and controls through the remote control See Remote Control under Rear Seat Entertainme...

Страница 283: ...back See the tag options listed after for more information The rear seat operator can navigate the DVD A menus and controls through the remote control See Remote Control under Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System on page 3 121 for more information The Video Screen does not automatically power on when the DVD A is inserted into the DVD slot It must be manually turned on by the rear seat occupant thro...

Страница 284: ...is sourced to something other than DVD V press the DVD CD AUX button to make DVD V the active source To resume DVD playback press the r jbutton on the remote control or press the pushbutton located under the play pause symbol tag displayed on the radio The DVD should resume play from where it last stopped if the disc has not been ejected and the stop button has not been pressed twice on the remote...

Страница 285: ...ck for use as another source for audio listening Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device while the vehicle is in P Park See Defensive Driving on page 4 2 for more information on driver distraction To use a portable audio player connect a 3 5 mm 1 8 inch cable to the radio s front auxiliary input jack When a device is connected press the radio CD AUX button to begin playing audio from...

Страница 286: ...he DVD CD AUX button cycles through all available options such as DVD slot CD slot Front Auxiliary and Rear Auxiliary if available See Using the Auxiliary Input Jack s later in this section or Audio Video A V Jacks under Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System on page 3 121 for more information Using an MP3 Radio with CD or Six Disc CD Player MP3 CD R or CD RW Disc The radio plays MP3 files that were r...

Страница 287: ...e length of the file folder or playlist names Long file folder or playlist names or a combination of a large number of files and folders or playlists could cause the player to be unable to play up to the maximum number of files folders playlists or sessions To play a large number of files folders playlists or sessions minimize the length of the file folder or playlist name Long names also take up ...

Страница 288: ...re located under the root folder The next and previous folder function does not display on a CD that was recorded without folders or playlists When the CD contains only playlists and compressed audio files but no folders all files are located under the root folder The folder down and up buttons search playlists Px first and then goes to the root folder Order of Play Tracks recorded to the CD R or ...

Страница 289: ...essage to insert disc Six Disc CD Player label side up The player pulls it in and the CD R or CD RW should begin playing If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD R or CD RW in the player it stays in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD R or CD RW starts to play where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source As each new track starts to play the track number a...

Страница 290: ...le Sound will be heard at a reduced volume Release this button to resume playing the file The elapsed time of the file displays RDM Random With the random setting MP3 files on the CD R or CD RW can be listened to in random rather than sequential order on one CD R or CD RW or all discs in a six disc CD player To use random do one of the following 1 To play MP3 files from the CD R or CD RW in random...

Страница 291: ...button located below the Sort By label From the sort screen push one of the buttons below the album button Press the pushbutton below the back label to return to the main music navigator screen Now the album name is displayed on the second line between the arrows and songs from the current album begins to play Once all songs from that album are played the player moves to the next album in alphabet...

Страница 292: ...ructure that makes it easy to find songs while driving Organize songs by albums using one folder for each album Each folder or album should contain 18 songs or less Avoid subfolders The system can support up to eight subfolders deep however keep the total number of folders to a minimum in order to reduce the complexity and confusion in trying to locate a particular folder during playback Make sure...

Страница 293: ...displaying the name of the folder the radio displays ROOT When the CD contains only playlists and compressed audio files but no folders all files are located under the root folder The folder down and the folder up buttons search playlists Px first and then goes to the root folder When the radio displays the name of the folder the radio displays ROOT Order of Play Tracks recorded to the CD R or CD ...

Страница 294: ...left to right as RDM Randomize song play order a Folder icon with left and right arrows to move up or down through available folders a PL tag if the disc has a Playlist available and a Music Navigator tag If a Playlist tag is shown toggling this key brings up a Folder softkey only or the menu as previously described If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD R or CD RW in the player it stays...

Страница 295: ...ed multiple times the player continues moving backward or forward through the MP3 WMA files on the CD S c Previous Folder Press the pushbutton positioned under the Folder label to go to the first track in the previous folder cT Next Folder Press the pushbutton positioned under the Folder label to go to the first track in the next folder sREV Reverse Press and hold this button to reverse playback q...

Страница 296: ...ten to MP3 WMA files by another artist press the pushbutton located below either arrow button The disc goes to the next or previous artist in alphabetical order Continue pressing either button until the desired artist is displayed To change from playback by artist to playback by album press the pushbutton located below the Sort By label From the sort screen push one of the buttons below the album ...

Страница 297: ... for more information If a MP3 WMA is inserted into top DVD slot the rear seat operator can turn on the video screen and use the remote control to navigate the CD tracks only through the remote control XM Radio Messages XL Explicit Language Channels These channels or any others can be blocked at a customer s request by calling 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 XM Updating The encryption code in the receiver is ...

Страница 298: ...aving your vehicle serviced check with your dealer retailer XM Radio ID If tuned to channel 0 this message alternates with the XM Radio eight digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate the service Unknown If this message is received when tuned to channel 0 there could be a receiver fault Consult with your dealer retailer Check XM Receivr If this message does not clear within a short per...

Страница 299: ...the temperature of the vehicle is outside of this range heat or cool the vehicle until the temperature is within the operating range of the RSE system Parental Control The RSE system may have a Parental Control feature depending on which radio the vehicle has To start Parental Control press and hold the radio power button for more than two seconds to stop all system features such as radio video sc...

Страница 300: ...See Battery Replacement later in this section for more information Switch the headphones to Off when not in use Infrared transmitters are located at the rear of the overhead console The headphones shut off automatically to save the battery power if the RSE system and RSA are shut off or if the headphones are out of range of the transmitters for more than three minutes If you move too far forward o...

Страница 301: ...ed correctly using the diagram on the inside of the battery compartment 3 Replace the battery door and tighten the door screw If the headphones are to be stored for a long period of time remove the batteries and keep them in a cool dry place Audio Video A V Jacks The A V jacks located on the rear of the floor console allow audio or video signals to be connected from an auxiliary device such as a c...

Страница 302: ...on again to remove the setup menu from the screen Audio Output Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs can be heard through the following possible sources Wireless Headphones Vehicle Speakers Vehicle wired headphone jacks on the rear seat audio system if the vehicle has this feature The RSE system always transmits the audio signal to the wireless headphones if there is audio available See He...

Страница 303: ... transmitter window at the rear of the RSE overhead console and press the desired button Direct sunlight or very bright light could affect the ability of the RSE transmitter to receive signals from the remote control If the remote control does not seem to be working the batteries might need to be replaced See Battery Replacement later in this section Objects blocking the line of sight could also a...

Страница 304: ...on This button only operates when using a DVD n q p o Menu Navigation Arrows Use the arrow buttons to navigate through a menu r Enter Press this button to select the choice that is highlighted in any menu z Display Menu Press this button to adjust the brightness screen display mode normal full or zoom and display the language menu q Return Press this button to exit the current active menu and retu...

Страница 305: ...iews Fast Forward Press this button to fast forward the DVD or CD To stop fast forwarding a DVD video press the play pause button To stop fast forwarding a DVD audio or CD release the fast forward button This button might not work while the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews e Audio Press this button to change audio tracks on DVDs that have this feature when the DVD is playin...

Страница 306: ...pressing the display menu button on the remote control In auxiliary mode the picture moves or scrolls Check the auxiliary input connections at both devices Problem Recommended Action The remote control does not work Check to make sure there is no obstruction between the remote control and the transmitter window Check the batteries to make sure they are not dead or installed incorrectly After stopp...

Страница 307: ... no picture or sound Check that the RSE video screen is sourced to the DVD player DVD Display Error Messages The DVD display error message depends on the radio that is in the vehicle The video screen can display one of the following Disc Load Eject Error This message displays when there are disc load or eject problems Disc Format Error This message displays if the disc is inserted with the disc la...

Страница 308: ...DVDs or other auxiliary sources However the rear seat passengers can only control the music sources the front seat passengers are not listening to except on some radios where dual control is allowed For example rear seat passengers can control and listen to a CD through the headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers The rear seat passengers have control of the volu...

Страница 309: ...ls and stay there This function is inactive with some radios if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio Press and hold either seek arrow until the display flashes to tune to an individual station The display stops flashing after the buttons have not been pushed for more than two seconds This function is inactive with some radios if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio ...

Страница 310: ...o discourage theft of the vehicle s radio The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN If the radio is moved to a different vehicle it does not operate and LOC LOCK or LOCKED could display With THEFTLOCK activated the radio does not operate if stolen Audio Steering Wheel Controls Vehicles with audio steering wheel controls could differ depending on...

Страница 311: ... to the next track or chapter while sourced to the CD or DVD slot Press the seek arrow to go to the next disc while sourced to a six disc CD player if multiple discs are loaded Radio Reception Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers vehicle convenience accessories and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory p...

Страница 312: ...most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent straighten it out by hand If the mast is badly bent replace it Check occasionally to make sure the mast is still tightened to its base If tightening is required tighten by hand then with a wrench one quarter turn XM Satellite Radio Antenna System The XM Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of the vehicle K...

Страница 313: ...Rain and on Wet Roads 4 28 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 29 Highway Hypnosis 4 29 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 30 Winter Driving 4 31 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 34 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 34 Recovery Hooks 4 35 Loading Your Vehicle 4 36 Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment 4 43 Truck Camper Loading Information 4 47 Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab 4 50 Towing...

Страница 314: ... then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Death and injury associated with drinki...

Страница 315: ...on dealer non retailer accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 4 Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 46 Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is ab...

Страница 316: ...n take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Adding non dealer non retailer accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 4 Antilock Brake System ABS Your vehicle has the Antilock Brake System ABS an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start the engine and begin to drive away ABS will ...

Страница 317: ...t your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you will not have time to apply the brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have ABS Using ABS Do not pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let antilock work for you You might feel the brakes ...

Страница 318: ...ages will be displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC TRACTION CONTROL OFF SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL STABILITRAK OFF SERVICE STABILITRAK If these DIC messages appear make sure the StabiliTrak system has not been turned off using the StabiliTrak on off button Then turn the steering wheel clockwise from the nine o clock position to the three o clock position If this clears the message s your ve...

Страница 319: ... 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 Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 34 When the transfer case is in ...

Страница 320: ...ain you may re engage the cruise control See Cruise Control on page 3 13 StabiliTrak may also turn off automatically if it determines that a problem exists with the system If the problem does not clear itself after restarting the vehicle you should see your dealer retailer for service Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functionin...

Страница 321: ...e through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Adding non dealer non retailer accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 4 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hi...

Страница 322: ...ys possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery Your right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle straddles...

Страница 323: ... danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle s three control systems In the braking skid the wheels are not rolling In the steering or cornering skid too much speed...

Страница 324: ...his off road guide is for vehicles that have four wheel drive Also see Braking on page 4 3 If your vehicle does not have four wheel drive or is equipped with 20 inch tire wheel assemblies you should not drive off road unless you are on a level solid surface The airbag system is designed to work properly under a wide range of conditions including off road usage Observe safe driving speeds especiall...

Страница 325: ... installed can cause improper air flow to the engine Always be sure to replace the front fascia air dam when you are finished off road driving To reinstall the lower air dam do the following 1 Line up the snap features and push the air dam rearward to engage the snaps 2 Install the two outboard bolts Before You Go Off Roading There are some things to do before you go out For example be sure to hav...

Страница 326: ... of gravity making it more likely to roll over You can be seriously or fatally injured if the vehicle rolls over Put heavy loads inside the cargo area not on the roof Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and low as possible There are some important things to remember about how to load your vehicle The heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of the rear axle Put heavier items...

Страница 327: ...haust 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 is also a good idea to travel with at least one other vehicle If something happens to one of them the other can help qu...

Страница 328: ...terrain 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 sli...

Страница 329: ...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 perceptions and 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 Drunk Driving on page 4 2 Driving on Off Road H...

Страница 330: ...e other things to consider as you approach a hill Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply steeper in places Is there good traction on the hillside or will the surface cause tire slipping Is there a straight path up or down the hill so you will not have to make turning maneuvers Are there obstructions on the hill that can block your path such as boulders trees logs or ruts What is ...

Страница 331: ...go straight up Try to drive straight up the hill if at all possible If the path twists and turns you might want to find another route Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you are there Use your headlamps...

Страница 332: ...tell if the wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down It is best that you back down the hill with the wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover There are also some things you must not do if you stall or are about to stall when going up a hill Never attempt to prevent a stall by shift...

Страница 333: ... position on the transfer case overrides the transmission You or someone else could be injured If you are going to leave your vehicle set the parking brake and shift the transmission to PARK P But do not shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL Leave the transfer case in the Two Wheel High Four Wheel High or Four Wheel Low position Driving Downhill When off roading takes you downhill you will want to co...

Страница 334: ...you ignore 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 is not too steep to drive down may be too steep to drive across You could roll over if you do not drive straight down Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL N This is called free wheeling The brakes will have to do all the work an...

Страница 335: ...ownhill wheels This could cause a downhill slide or a rollover Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause your 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 acr...

Страница 336: ... of the vehicle and stay well clear of the rollover path If your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline be sure you and any passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over you will be right in its path If you have to walk down the slope stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it do...

Страница 337: ...e sand is On loosely packed sand such as on beaches or sand dunes your tires will tend to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering accelerating and braking Drive at a reduced speed and avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it is very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will ha...

Страница 338: ...ition system and your vehicle can stall Stalling can also occur if you get the tailpipe under water And as long as the tailpipe is under water you will never be able to start the engine When you go through water remember that when the brakes get wet it may take you longer to stop See Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads on page 4 28 for more information on driving through water After Off Road Driving ...

Страница 339: ...een you and other vehicles because headlamps can only light up so much road ahead Watch for animals When tired pull off the road Do not wear sunglasses Avoid staring directly into approaching headlamps Keep the windshield and all glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Keep your eyes moving especially during turns or curves No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older t...

Страница 340: ...til the brakes work normally CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces Driving through flowing water could cause your vehicle to be carried away If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous Water can build up u...

Страница 341: ...ield Washer Fluid Reservoir full Windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades In good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids All levels checked Lamps Do they all work and are lenses clean Tires Are treads good Are tires inflated to recommended pressure Weather and Maps Safe to travel Have up to date maps Highway Hypnosis Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving If you beco...

Страница 342: ...ll slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down and they could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have the engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Stay in your own lane Do not swing wide or cu...

Страница 343: ...your vehicle Also see Tires on page 5 68 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where the tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between the tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You have a lot less traction or grip and need to be very careful What is the worst time for this Wet ice Very cold snow or ice can be slick and ha...

Страница 344: ... clear road ice patches can appear in shaded areas where the sun cannot reach such as around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass can remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If Y...

Страница 345: ...nd check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and i...

Страница 346: ...e stuck condition is too severe for the traction system to free the vehicle turn the traction system off and use the rocking method CAUTION If you let your vehicle s tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured The vehicle can overheat causing an engine compartment fire or other damage Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 35 mph 55 km h as sho...

Страница 347: ...ks if your vehicle has them If your vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 50 Recovery Hooks CAUTION These hooks when used are under a lot of force Always pull the vehicle straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back Notice Never use recovery hooks to tow the ...

Страница 348: ...R or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on the vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of the vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the center pillar B pillar With the dri...

Страница 349: ...engers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 6...

Страница 350: ...ant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 5 750 lbs 136 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Example 1 Example 2 4 38 ...

Страница 351: ...icle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Tire Label A vehicle specific Certification Tire label is found on the rear edge of the driver s door The label shows the size of your vehicle s original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of y...

Страница 352: ...tion about your Front Axle Reserve Capacity See What is front axle reserve capacity and how do I calculate it under Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment on page 4 43 CAUTION 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 ...

Страница 353: ...y will keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry somethi...

Страница 354: ...bove the top of the pickup box flareboard Any load that extends beyond the vehicle s taillamp area must be properly marked according to local laws and regulations Remember not to exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR of the front or rear axle Add On Equipment When you carry removable items you may need to put a limit on how many people you carry inside your vehicle Be sure to weigh your vehicle...

Страница 355: ...ecial snow plow prep package called RPO VYU 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 Gross Vehicle Weight GVW are not exceeded The plow your vehicle can carry depends on many things such as The options your vehicle came with and the weight of those options The weight and number of passengers you intend to c...

Страница 356: ...e may be less than the front axle rating The snow plow manufacturer or installer can assist you in determining the amount of rear ballast required to help make sure your snowplow vehicle 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 Front axle reserve capacity is the diffe...

Страница 357: ... front axle W B Vehicle Wheelbase For example adding a 700 lb 318 kg snow plow actually adds more than 700 lbs 318 kg to the front axle Using the formula if the snow plow is 4 ft 122 cm in front of the front axle and the wheel base is 10 ft 305 cm then W 700 lb 318 kg A 4 ft 122 cm W B 10 ft 305 cm W x A W B W B 700 x 4 10 10 980 lbs 445 kg So if your truck s front axle reserve capacity is more th...

Страница 358: ...r brakes can not work properly you could have a crash CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued To help your brakes work properly when a snow plow is installed always follow the snow plow manufacturer or installer s recommendation for rear ballast to ensure a proper front and rear weight distribution ratio even though the actual front weight may be less than the front GAWR and the total vehicle weight i...

Страница 359: ...p is provided above the overhead console See Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp on page 3 20 for switch location Truck Camper Loading Information A vehicle specific Truck Camper Loading information label is attached to the inside of your vehicle s glove box This label will tell you if your vehicle can carry a slide in camper how much of a load your vehicle can carry and how to correctly spread out the lo...

Страница 360: ... of proper truck and camper match A Camper Center of Gravity B Recommended Center of Gravity Location Zone When the truck is used to carry a slide in camper the total cargo load of the truck consists of the manufacturer s camper weight figure the weight of installed additional camper equipment not included in the manufacturer s camper weight figure the weight of camper cargo and the weight of pass...

Страница 361: ...GVWR If your vehicle has gone over the weight ratings move or take out some things until all the weight falls below the ratings Secure loose items to prevent weight shifts that could affect the balance of your vehicle When the truck camper is loaded drive to a scale and weigh on the front and on the rear wheels separately to determine axle loads Individual axle loads should not exceed either of th...

Страница 362: ...creational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing towing your vehicle will 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 With the proper preparation and equipment man...

Страница 363: ...ls on the ground Two wheel drive vehicles should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground Two wheel drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed Four Wheel Drive Vehicles Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle 1 Shift the transmission to PARK P 2 Turn the engine off but leave the ignition on 3 Firmly set the parking brake 4 Securely attach the v...

Страница 364: ...g vehicle 7 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF Dolly Towing Front Towing Front Wheels Off the Ground Two Wheel Drive Vehicles Notice If you tow a two wheel drive vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground the transmission could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Never tow your vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground Two wheel drive vehicles should not be towed with the rear...

Страница 365: ...el drive vehicle s transfer case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P You or others could be injured Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before you shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL 6 Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive on page 2 36 for the proper procedure to select the neutral position for your vehicle 7 Release the parking ...

Страница 366: ...g towed is firmly attached to the tow vehicle 6 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF Four Wheel Drive Vehicles Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle from the rear 1 Drive the vehicle onto the dolly 2 Firmly set the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 2 50 3 Put the transmission in PARK P 4 Follow the dolly manufacturer s instructions to attach and secure the vehicle being towed to the dolly...

Страница 367: ...vice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Notice Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty To pull a trailer correctly follow the advice in this part and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle To identify the trailering capacity of your vehicle you should read the in...

Страница 368: ... h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads You can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or FOURTH 4 with the Allison or Hydra matic 6 speed transmissions or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often such as under heavy loads and or hilly conditions See Tow H...

Страница 369: ...icle is unloaded Such a selection when unloaded may result in unpleasant engine and transmission driving characteristics and reduced fuel economy Tow Haul is recommended only when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It depends on how you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much ...

Страница 370: ...00 lbs 2 359 kg 7 200 lbs 3 266 kg 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 5 3L V8 3 42 3 73 7 200 lbs 3 266 kg 8 200 lbs 3 719 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 1 500 lbs 680 kg maximum The Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer...

Страница 371: ...lbs 5 443 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 6 0L V8 3 73 8 800 lbs 3 992 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 6 0L V8 3 73 10 200 lbs 4 627 kg 15 500 lbs 7 031 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 1 500 lbs 680 kg maximum The Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers cargo e...

Страница 372: ...ny passengers cargo equipment and conversions The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded C 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 4 8L V8 3 23 3 73 4 600 lbs 2 086 kg 6 600 lbs 2 994 kg 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 5 3L V8 3 42 3 73 6 600 lbs 2 994 kg 7 600 lbs 3 447 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 6 0L V8 3 73 8 700 lbs 3 946 kg 14 000 lbs 6...

Страница 373: ... Rating GCWR is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers cargo equipment and conversions The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded C 1500 Extended Cab Long Box 2WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 5 3L V8 3 42 3 73 6 500 lbs 2 948 kg 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weigh...

Страница 374: ...argo equipment and conversions The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded K 1500 Extended Cab Standard Box 4WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 4 8L V8 3 42 4 10 5 500 lbs 2 495 kg 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg 11 000 lbs 4 989 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 5 3L V8 3 73 4 10 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg 8 500 lbs 3 855 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 6 0L V8 3 73 8 500 lbs 3 855 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg ...

Страница 375: ...he GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded K 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 4 8L V8 3 42 4 10 5 400 lbs 2 449 kg 7 400 lbs 3 356 kg 11 000 lbs 4 989 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 5 3L V8 3 73 4 10 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg 8 500 lbs 3 855 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 6 0L V8 3 73 8 400 lbs 3 810 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 6 0L V8 4 10 10 500 lbs 4 763 kg 16 000...

Страница 376: ...tal allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers cargo equipment and conversions The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded K 1500 Extended Cab Long Box 4WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 5 3L V8 3 73 4 10 7 300 lbs 3 311 kg 8 300 lbs 3 765 kg 13 000 lbs 5 896 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight 15 percent to 25 per...

Страница 377: ...cluding any passengers cargo equipment and conversions The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded C 2500 Crew Cab Standard Box HD 2WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6 0L V8 3 73 4 10 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 12 500 lbs 5 670 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 18 500 lbs 8 391 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 000 lbs 1 361 kg maxim...

Страница 378: ...ncluding any passengers cargo equipment and conversions The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded C 2500 Extended Cab Long Box HD 2WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6 0L V8 3 73 4 10 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 12 500 lbs 5 670 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 18 500 lbs 8 391 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 000 lbs 1 361 kg maxi...

Страница 379: ...ny passengers cargo equipment and conversions The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded K 2500 Extended Cab Standard Box HD 4WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6 0L V8 3 73 4 10 9 900 lbs 4 490 kg 12 400 lbs 5 624 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 18 500 lbs 8 391 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 000 lbs 1 361 kg maximum Tra...

Страница 380: ...ng any passengers cargo equipment and conversions The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded K 2500 Regular Cab Long Box HD 4WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6 0L V8 3 73 4 10 10 200 lbs 4 627 kg 12 700 lbs 5 761 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 18 500 lbs 8 391 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 000 lbs 1 361 kg maximum Tra...

Страница 381: ...ding any passengers cargo equipment and conversions The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded K 2500 Crew Cab Long Box HD 4WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6 0L V8 3 73 4 10 9 600 lbs 4 354 kg 12 100 lbs 5 488 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 18 500 lbs 8 391 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 000 lbs 1 361 kg maximum Trail...

Страница 382: ...R for your vehicle should not be exceeded C 3500 Extended Cab 2WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6 0L V8 3 73 4 10 9 700 lbs 4 400 kg 12 200 lbs 5 534 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 18 500 lbs 8 391 kg 6 0L V8 Dual Rear Wheels 3 73 4 10 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 18 500 lbs 8 391 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of traile...

Страница 383: ... any passengers cargo equipment and conversions The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded K 3500 Regular Cab 4WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6 0L V8 3 73 4 10 9 900 lbs 4 490 kg 12 400 lbs 5 624 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 18 500 lbs 8 391 kg 6 0L V8 Dual Rear Wheels 3 73 4 10 9 700 lbs 4 400 kg 12 200 lbs 5 534 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 18 500 lbs 8 391 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingp...

Страница 384: ...be exceeded K 3500 Crew Cab 4WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6 0L V8 3 73 4 10 9 300 lbs 4 218 kg 11 800 lbs 5 352 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 18 500 lbs 8 391 kg 6 0L V8 Dual Rear Wheels 3 73 4 10 9 100 lbs 4 128 kg 11 600 lbs 5 262 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 18 500 lbs 8 391 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg ...

Страница 385: ...iler you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 36 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight up to a maximum of 600 lbs 272 kg for the 1500 or 2500 series and up to a maximum of 750 lbs 340 kg f...

Страница 386: ...t Rating or the RGAWR Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating The effect of additional weight may reduce your trailering capacity more than the total of the additional weight Consider the following example A vehicle model base weight is 5 500 lbs 2 495 kg 2 800 lbs 1 270 kg at the front axle and 2 700 lbs 1 225 kg at the rear axle It has a GVWR of 7 200 lbs 3 266 kg a RGAWR of 4 000 lbs 1 814 kg and a GCWR ...

Страница 387: ...1 5 times the actual weight Dividing the 900 lbs 408 kg by 1 5 leaves you with being able to handle only 600 lbs 272 kg of tongue weight Since tongue weight is usually at least 10 percent of total loaded trailer weight you can expect that the largest trailer your vehicle can properly handle is 6 000 lbs 2 721 kg It is important that you make sure your vehicle does not exceed any of its ratings GCW...

Страница 388: ...han 5 000 lbs 2 270 kg be sure to use a properly mounted weight distributing hitch and sway control of the proper size This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when driving Always use a sway control if the trailer will weigh more than these limits You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls Fifth Wheel and Gooseneck Trailering Fifth wheel and gooseneck trail...

Страница 389: ... a trailer up to your vehicle s trailer rating limit you may attach the safety chains to the attaching point on the hitch platform If you are towing with an aftermarket hitch follow the trailer or hitch manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes If your trailer...

Страница 390: ...ilering conditions that cause your vehicle s anti lock brake or StabiliTrak systems to activate power sent to the trailer s brakes will be automatically adjusted to minimize trailer wheel lock up This does not imply that your trailer has the StabiliTrak system If your vehicle s brake anti lock brake or StabiliTrak systems are not functioning properly your ITBC system may not be fully functional or...

Страница 391: ...ability of controllers check with your trailer manufacturer or dealer When trailering make sure of the following The ITBC system is used only with trailers that are equipped with electric brakes All applicable local and federal laws and regulations are followed All electrical and mechanical connections to the trailer are made correctly The trailer s brakes are in proper working condition The trail...

Страница 392: ...ormation on location The control panel allows you to adjust the amount of output referred to as trailer gain available to the electric trailer brakes and allows you to manually apply the trailer brakes The Trailer Brake Control Panel is used along with the Trailer Brake Display Page on the DIC to adjust and display power output to the trailer brakes Trailer Brake DIC Display Page The ITBC system d...

Страница 393: ...icle Information button if equipped Pressing a Trailer Gain button If the Trailer Brake Display Page is not currently displayed pressing a Trailer Gain button will first recall the current Trailer Gain setting After the Trailer Brake Display Page is displayed subsequent depressions of the gain buttons will then cause the Trailer Gain setting to change Activating the Manual Trailer Brake Apply leve...

Страница 394: ...ed A trailer without electric brakes is connected no DIC message is displayed A trailer with electric brakes has become disconnected a CHECK TRAILER WIRING message will also be displayed on the DIC There is a fault present in the wiring to the electric trailer brakes a CHECK TRAILER WIRING message will also be displayed on the DIC There is a fault in the ITBC system a SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEM ...

Страница 395: ...anical and electrical connections See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 36 for more information 3 After the electrical connection is made to a trailer equipped with electric brakes A TRAILER CONNECTED message will be briefly displayed on the DIC display The Trailer Brake Display Page will appear on the DIC showing TRAILER GAIN and TRAILER OUTPUT In the Trailer Output display on the DIC will disappear...

Страница 396: ... turn off in about ten seconds The driver can also acknowledge this message before it automatically turns off CHECK TRAILER WIRING This message will be displayed if 1 The ITBC system first determines connection to a trailer with electric brakes and then the trailer harness becomes disconnected from the vehicle If the disconnect occurs while the vehicle is stationary this message will automatically...

Страница 397: ...ycles there is problem with the ITBC system Take your vehicle to an authorized GM dealer to have the ITBC system diagnosed and repaired If either the CHECK TRAILER WIRING or SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEM message is displayed while you are driving your vehicle you no longer have power available to your trailer brakes When traffic conditions allow carefully pull your vehicle over to the side of the r...

Страница 398: ...other opening drive with your front main heating or cooling system on and with the fan on any speed This will bring fresh outside air into your vehicle Do not use the climate control setting for maximum air because it only recirculates the air inside your vehicle See Climate Control System With Air Conditioning on page 3 25 or Climate Control System Heater Only on page 3 28 Towing a trailer requir...

Страница 399: ... your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the...

Страница 400: ...ch that they would get hot and no longer work well You can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often e g under heavy loads and or hilly conditions You may also want to activate the tow haul mode if the transmission shifts too often See Tow Haul Mode later in this section When towing at high elevation on steep uphill grades co...

Страница 401: ...o PARK P 5 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear and not in NEUTRAL 6 Release the regular brakes CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be s...

Страница 402: ...stem Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Trailer Wiring Harness Your vehicle is equipped with one of the following wiring harnesses for towing a trailer or hauling a slide in camper Basic Traile...

Страница 403: ...ected by your dealer or a qualified service center The fuse and wire for the ITBC is factory installed and connected if the vehicle is equipped with an ITBC The fuse for the battery feed is not required if your vehicle has an auxiliary battery If your vehicle does not have an auxiliary battery have your dealer or authorized service center install the required fuse If you are charging a remote non ...

Страница 404: ...er circuits Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Taillamps White Ground Light Green Back up Lamps Red Battery Feed Dark Blue Trailer Brake If your vehicle is equipped with the Heavy Duty Trailering option please refer to Heavy Duty Trailer Wiring Package earlier in this section When the camper wiring harness is ordered without the heavy duty trailering package an ei...

Страница 405: ...ply electrical power to additional equipment that you may choose to add such as a slide in camper If your vehicle has this provision this relay will be located on the driver s side of the vehicle next to the underhood electrical center Be sure to follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment that you install Notice Leaving electrical equipment on for e...

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Страница 407: ...ew 5 14 Engine Oil Gasoline Engine 5 15 Engine Oil Life System 5 18 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Gasoline Engines 5 20 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 Speed Transmission 5 22 Automatic Transmission Fluid 4 Speed Transmission 5 26 Engine Coolant 5 29 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 32 Engine Overheating 5 32 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode V8 Engines Only 5 34 Cooling System 5 35 Engine F...

Страница 408: ...w Tires 5 86 Different Size Tires and Wheels 5 88 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 89 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 5 90 Wheel Replacement 5 90 Tire Chains 5 92 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 93 Changing a Flat Tire 5 94 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 95 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 100 Secondary Latch System 5 106 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 5 110 Spare Tire 5 11...

Страница 409: ...ion Number VIN 5 124 Service Parts Identification Label 5 124 Electrical System 5 125 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 125 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 125 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 125 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 125 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 126 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 128 Underhood Fuse Block 5 129 Capacities and Specifications 5 133 Section 5 Service and Appearance Car...

Страница 410: ...overed by warranty GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your vehicle Your GM dealer retailer can accessorize your vehicle using genuine GM Accessories When you go to your GM dealer retailer and ask for GM Accessories you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM Accessories Also see Adding Equipment to...

Страница 411: ...onfused If you use the wrong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If you want to do some of your own service work you should use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 15 Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempt...

Страница 412: ...gular unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85 ethanol E85 also see Fuel E85 85 Ethanol on page 5 8 In all other gasoline engines use only regular unleaded gasoline Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher If the octane rating is less than 87 you might notice an audible knocking noise when you drive commonly referred to as spark knock I...

Страница 413: ...njectors and intake valves clean or if your vehicle experiences problems due to dirty injectors or valves look for gasoline that is advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Also your dealer retailer has additives that will help correct and prevent most deposit related problems Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines might be available in your area We ...

Страница 414: ...partment of Energy has an alternative fuels website www eere energy gov afdc infrastructure locator html that can help you find E85 fuel Those stations that do have E85 should have a label indicating ethanol content Do not use the fuel if the ethanol content is greater than 85 At a minimum E85 should meet ASTM Specification D 5798 By definition this means that fuel labeled E85 will have an ethanol...

Страница 415: ...to E85 Damage caused by additives would not be covered by your new vehicle warranty Notice Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country ou...

Страница 416: ...fueling your vehicle Do not use cellular phones Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle This is against the law in some places Do not re enter the vehicle while pumping fuel Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver s si...

Страница 417: ... effort to turn the fuel cap on the last turn as you tighten it Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 49 The TIGHTEN GAS CAP message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC if the fuel cap is not ...

Страница 418: ...h the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping fuel Do not use a cellular phone while pumping fuel Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan can start even when the engine is not running To avoid injury always keep hands clothing and tools away from any engine cooling fan...

Страница 419: ...the secondary hood release This is located under the hood near the center of the grille 3 Push the secondary hood release to the right 4 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then bring the hood from full open to within 6 inches 152 mm from the closed position pause then push the front center of the hood with a swift firm motion to fully close the hood 5...

Страница 420: ...artment Overview If your vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information When you open the hood on the 5 3L engine 4 3L 4 8L and 6 0L similar this is what you will see 5 14 ...

Страница 421: ... See Cooling System on page 5 35 K Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 41 L Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 5 43 M Underhood Fuse Block See Underhood Fuse Block on page 5 129 N Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 42 Engine Oil Gasoline Engine If your vehicle has a diesel...

Страница 422: ... Specifications on page 5 133 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 14 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick ...

Страница 423: ...equirements should have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container Notice Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standa...

Страница 424: ...system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will come on See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 66 Change the oil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles 1 000 km It is possible that if you are driving under th...

Страница 425: ...uttons for more than five seconds The oil life will change to 100 If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes back on when you start your vehicle the Engine Oil Life System has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean you...

Страница 426: ... restriction indicator it lets you know when the engine air cleaner filter needs to be replaced On vehicles with a restriction indicator you should inspect the air filter restriction indicator at every oil change and replace the engine air cleaner filter when the indicator tells you to On vehicles without an air filter restriction indicator inspect the air cleaner filter at the Maintenance II inte...

Страница 427: ...cles Without an Air Filter Restriction Indicator To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the engine air cleaner filter from the vehicle by following Steps 1 through 7 When you have the engine air cleaner filter removed lightly shake it to release loose dust and dirt If the engine air cleaner filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner Filter and Resett...

Страница 428: ...lter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 Speed Transmission When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid It i...

Страница 429: ...arting a fire Too little fluid could cause the transmission to overheat Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid Before checking the fluid level prepare your vehicle as follows 1 Start the engine and park your vehicle on a level surface Keep the engine running 2 Apply the parking brake and place the shift lever in P PARK 3 With your foot on the brake pedal move the s...

Страница 430: ...or more information 2 Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 3 Install the dipstick by pushing it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 4 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level Repeat the check procedure to verify the reading 5 If the fluid level is below the COLD check band add only enough f...

Страница 431: ...ndle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 3 Install the dipstick by pushing it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 4 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level Repeat the check procedure to verify the reading 5 Safe operating level is within the HOT cross hatch band on the dipstick If the fluid level is not ...

Страница 432: ...uid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 14 How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealer retailer 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 little fluid can damage your transm...

Страница 433: ... accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows 1 Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running 2 With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in P Park 3 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 P Park 4 Let the eng...

Страница 434: ...e what kind of transmission fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 14 Using a funnel add fluid down the transmission dipstick tube only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It does not take much fluid gen...

Страница 435: ...ine Overheating on page 5 32 A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the warning lights and gages work as they should Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL may cause premature engine heater core or radiator...

Страница 436: ...ine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more ...

Страница 437: ... should be at the FULL COLD mark on the coolant surge tank If your vehicle has a low coolant sensor and the LOW COOLANT LEVEL message comes on and stays on it means you are low on engine coolant See LOW COOLANT LEVEL under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 66 Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the surge tank but only when the engine is cool See Coo...

Страница 438: ...VERHEATED IDLE ENGINE and ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED messages in the Driver Information Center DIC on the instrument panel See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 66 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Turn it off and get everyone away from the ve...

Страница 439: ...es the engine can get a little too hot when you Climb a long hill on a hot day Stop after high speed driving Idle for long periods in traffic Tow a trailer See Towing a Trailer on page 4 55 If you get the ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE or the ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE message with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 If you have an air conditioner and it is on turn it off 2 Turn on yo...

Страница 440: ...t to get service help right away Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode V8 Engines Only If an overheated engine condition exists and the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a loss in power and engine performance This operating mode allows your vehicle to be dr...

Страница 441: ...ION An electric engine cooling fan can start even when the engine is not running To avoid injury always keep hands clothing and tools away from any engine cooling fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface Check the coolant level after the system cools down Some amount of coolant may be los...

Страница 442: ...e fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode V8 Engines Only on page 5 34 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL may cause premature engine heater core or radiator...

Страница 443: ...nk but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 5 29 for more information If no coolant is visible in the surge tank add coolant as follows CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a ...

Страница 444: ...weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine 1 Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system ...

Страница 445: ... 90 C 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 6 Verify coolant level after engine is shut off and the coolant is cold If necessary repeat coolant fill proce...

Страница 446: ...erely 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 fan noise when you start the engine It will go away as the fan clutch partially disengages If your vehicle has electric cooling fans you may hear the fans spinning at low speed during most everyday driving The fans may turn off if no cooling ...

Страница 447: ...ompartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use...

Страница 448: ...eservoir Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 14 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of t...

Страница 449: ...r or later the brakes will not work well It is not a good idea to top off the brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If fluid is added when the linings are worn there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed Add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engi...

Страница 450: ... around the cap before removing it This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in the brake hydraulic system the brakes might not work well This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake hydraulic system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in the brake hy...

Страница 451: ...rqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and Specifications on page 5 133 If you have rear drum brakes they do not have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected immediately R...

Страница 452: ...eries When it is time for a new battery see your dealer retailer for one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 14 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handl...

Страница 453: ...cle by pushing or pulling it will not work and it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 If you have a vehicle with a diese...

Страница 454: ...tarting procedure they could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always turn off your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle 4 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlets Turn off the radio and all the lamps that are not needed This will avoid sparks and help sa...

Страница 455: ...tery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you do not explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Do not get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the ...

Страница 456: ... 7 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery 8 Do not let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 9 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not let the ot...

Страница 457: ... Terminal B Good Battery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the bad battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with ...

Страница 458: ...he readings can be caused by factory fill differences between the minimum and the maximum fluid volume Also if a vehicle has just been driven before checking the fluid level it may appear lower than normal because fluid has traveled out along the axle tubes and has not drained back to the sump area Therefore a reading taken five minutes after the vehicle has been driven will appear to have a lower...

Страница 459: ...fluid to reach the proper level For all 6 0L 2500HD Series applications the proper level is from 0 to 0 5 inches 0 mm to 13 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole located on the rear axle Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level For all 6 6L DURAMAX DIESEL 2500HD Series applications and all 3500 Series applications the proper level is from 0 6 inches to 0 8 inches 17 mm to 21 mm below ...

Страница 460: ...hen to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check transfer case fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired How to Check Lubricant A Fill Plug B Drain Plug Electric Shift Transfer Case 5 54 ...

Страница 461: ... level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole located on the transfer case you will 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 Manual Shift Transfer Case Active Transfer Case 5 55 ...

Страница 462: ...hedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 14 Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired How to Check Lubricant A Fill Plug B Drain Plug 1500 Series 5 56...

Страница 463: ...icle Weight Rating GVWR of more than 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg The Maintenance Schedule provides information on maintaining the noise control system to minimize degradation of the noise emission control system during the life of your vehicle The noise control system warranty is given in your warranty booklet These standards apply only to vehicles sold in the United States Federal law prohibits the follo...

Страница 464: ...e air cleaner Exhaust Removal of the muffler and or resonator Removal of the exhaust pipes and exhaust pipe clamps Headlamp Aiming The vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system The aim of the headlamps have been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment However if the vehicle is damaged in a crash the aim of the headlamps can be affected and adjustment can be necessary ...

Страница 465: ...a full tank of fuel and one person or 160 lbs 75 kg sitting on the driver seat Have tires properly inflated Have the spare tire is in its proper location in the vehicle Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle s low beam headlamps The high beam headlamps will be correctly aimed if the low beam headlamps are aimed properly To adjust the vertical aim 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 13 for...

Страница 466: ... the headlamp 6 Turn on the low beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being adjusted This allows only the beam of light from the headlamp being adjusted to be seen on the flat surface 7 Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws which are under the hood near each headlamp assembly The adjustment screw can be turned with a E8 Torx socket 8 Turn the...

Страница 467: ...ps 7 through 9 for the opposite headlamp Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 5 66 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer retailer Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen 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 instru...

Страница 468: ...3 Reach in and access the bulb sockets from inside the engine compartment 4 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly and pull it straight out 5 Unplug the electrical connector from the old bulb by releasing the clips on the bulb socket 6 Replace it with a new bulb socket 7 Plug in the electrical connector to the new bulb socket 8 Reinstall the new bulb socket i...

Страница 469: ...d lift off the lamp assembly A Cargo Lamp B Center High Mounted Stoplamp Bulb CHMSL 2 Remove the bulbs by turning socket counterclockwise and pulling the bulb straight out 3 Install the bulbs by pushing the bulb straight in and turning clockwise 4 Reinstall the lamp assembly and tighten the screws 5 63 ...

Страница 470: ...y harness 3 Gently pry the individual lamp from the lamp assembly 4 Unplug the lamp 5 Plug in a new lamp and snap it into the assembly 6 Reinstall the lamp assembly Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps To replace one of these bulbs A Stoplamp Turn Signal Taillamp B Back up Lamp C Stoplamp Turn Signal Taillamp 1 Open the tailgate Tailgate on page 2 13 for more information 5 64 ...

Страница 471: ...urn the socket clockwise into the taillamp assembly 6 Reinstall the taillamp assembly Taillamps Chassis Cab Models A Backup Lamp B Stoplamp Taillamp Turn Signal Lamp To replace one of these bulbs 1 Remove the four screws 2 Lift the lens off the lamp assembly 3 Turn the old bulb counterclockwise and pull the old bulb straight out from the socket 4 Install a new bulb into the socket turn it clockwis...

Страница 472: ...verse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the bulb socket Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back up Lamp 3047 Back up Lamp 1156 Cargo Lamp and Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 912 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 4114K Fender Marker Lamp W5WLL High Beam Headlamp 9005 Low Beam Headlamp H11 License Plate Lamp 168 Sidemarker Lamp Stoplamp Taillamp Turn Signal Lamp 3047 Stoplamp Turn Signal Lamp Taill...

Страница 473: ...and are removed in different ways Here is how to remove the wiper blade 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm connector away from the windshield 2 Squeeze the grooved areas on each side of the blade and turn the blade assembly away from the arm connector 3 Install the new blade onto the arm connector and make sure the grooved areas are fully set in the locked position For the proper type and size see Ma...

Страница 474: ...ed pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your vehicle s tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 76 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If the tire s tread is badly worn or if your vehicle s ...

Страница 475: ...igned to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The...

Страница 476: ...89 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 76 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 36 A Tire Size The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire s width height aspect ratio construction type a...

Страница 477: ...n DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards E Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side ...

Страница 478: ...ers from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 75 as shown in item C of the light truck LT Metric tire illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 75 percent as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire...

Страница 479: ...s are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa before a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 76 Curb Weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel...

Страница 480: ...eight The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 36 Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Outward Facing Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward whe...

Страница 481: ... New Tires on page 5 86 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire See Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5 89 Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of de...

Страница 482: ...ehicle This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry and an example of the Ti...

Страница 483: ...essure with the tire gage Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Dual Tire Operation When the vehicle is new or whenever a wheel wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced check the wheel nut torque after 100 1 000 and 6 000 miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km of driving For proper torque and wheel nut tightening information see Removing t...

Страница 484: ...el efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS ...

Страница 485: ...pt any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Tire Pressure Monitor Operation The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS if your vehicle has this feature is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure conditio...

Страница 486: ...off as you start to drive This could be an early indicator that the air pressure in the tire s are getting low and need to be inflated to the proper pressure A Tire and Loading Information label attached to your vehicle shows the size of your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for your vehicle s tires when they are cold See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 36 for a...

Страница 487: ...cessfully after rotating the vehicle s tires The DIC message and TPMS malfunction light should go off once the TPMS sensor matching process is performed successfully See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged The DIC message and the TPMS malfunction light should go off when the TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor matching process is...

Страница 488: ...an two minutes to match the first tire and wheel or more than five minutes to match all four tire and wheel positions the matching process stops and you need to start over The TPMS sensor matching process is outlined below 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition switch to ON RUN with the engine off 3 Press the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter s LOCK and UNLOCK buttons at the same time for ...

Страница 489: ...on switch to LOCK OFF 10 Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label 11 Put the valve caps back on the valve stems Tire Inspection and Rotation We recommend that you regularly inspect your vehicle s tires including the spare tire for signs of wear or damage See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 86 for more information Tires ...

Страница 490: ... the same as the rear tires use the rotation pattern shown here when rotating the tires If your vehicle has dual rear wheels and the tread design for the front tires is the same as the rear tires always use one of the correct rotation patterns shown here when rotating the tires 5 84 ...

Страница 491: ...orque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 133 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to us...

Страница 492: ... the damage The rubber in tires degrades over time even if they are not being used This is also true for the spare tire if your vehicle has one Multiple conditions affect how fast this aging takes place including temperatures loading conditions and inflation pressure maintenance With proper care and maintenance tires will typically wear out before they degrade due to age If you are unsure about th...

Страница 493: ...ormance of your vehicle See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 83 for information on proper tire rotation CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes brands or types radial CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using tires of different sizes brands or ty...

Страница 494: ...than your original equipment wheels and tires this could affect the way your vehicle performs including its braking ride and handling characteristics stability and resistance to rollover Additionally if your vehicle has electronic systems such as anti lock brakes rollover airbags traction control and electronic stability control the performance of these systems can be affected CAUTION If you add d...

Страница 495: ... safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performan...

Страница 496: ...ading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis However if you notice unusual tire...

Страница 497: ...heel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis Whenever a wheel wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced on a dual wheel setup check the wheel nut torque after 100 1 000 and 6 000 ...

Страница 498: ...to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin your vehicle s wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires Notice If your vehicle does not have dual wheels and has a tire size other than P265 65R18 P275 55R20 or LT265 70R17 use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use chains that are ...

Страница 499: ...and may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous wi...

Страница 500: ... shift lever in PARK P 3 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL 4 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 5 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued To be even more certain the vehicle will not move put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the on...

Страница 501: ...ools A Wing Nut Retaining Tool Kit B Tool Kit C Wheel Blocks D Jack E Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks A Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks B Wheel Blocks C Wing Nut Retaining Tool Kit D Tool Kit E Jack F Knob Crew Cab Regular Cab 5 95 ...

Страница 502: ... the equipment is on the shelf behind the passenger s side second row seat 1 Turn the knob on the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head to release the jack from its holder 2 Remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer by turning the wing nut counterclockwise 3 Remove the wing nut used to retain the storage bag and tools by turning it counterclockwise Extended Cab 5 96 ...

Страница 503: ...st Shaft F Hoist End of Extension Tool G Hoist Shaft Access Hole H Wheel Wrench I Jack Handle Extensions J Spare Tire Lock If equipped 1 Open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper and use the ignition key to remove the spare tire lock J To remove the spare tire lock insert the ignition key turn and pull straight out 2 Assemble the wheel wrench H and the two jack handle extensions I as shown 5 97...

Страница 504: ... 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 ground the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower See Secondary Latch System on page 5 106 5 Use the wheel wrench hook which allows you to pull the h...

Страница 505: ...eparate the retainer from the guide pin by sliding the retainer up the pin while pressing down on the latch Once the retainer is separated from the guide pin tilt the retainer and pull it through the center of the wheel along with the cable and guide latch 7 Put the spare tire near the flat tire 5 99 ...

Страница 506: ...andle C the jack handle extensions D and the wheel wrench E 1 Do a safety check before proceeding See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 94 for more information 2 If your vehicle has wheel nut caps loosen them by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise If the vehicle has a center cap with wheel nut caps the wheel nut caps are designed to stay with the center cap after they are loosened Remove the en...

Страница 507: ...smooth center cap place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry it out 3 Use the wheel wrench and turn it counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts Do not remove the wheel nuts yet 5 101 ...

Страница 508: ...le 1500 Model vehicles position the jack under the bracket attached to the vehicle s frame behind the flat tire If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle all other models position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire Front Position 1500 Models Front Position All Other Models 5 102 ...

Страница 509: ...s jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising ...

Страница 510: ...this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 94 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 8 Install the spare tire CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts Because the nuts might come loose The vehicle s wheel could fall off causing a crash 9 Put the wheel nuts back ...

Страница 511: ...ive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 133 for the wheel nut torque specification 12 Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise When you reinstall the regular wheel and tire you must also reinstall either the center cap or bolt on h...

Страница 512: ...Read and follow the instructions listed next To release the spare tire from the secondary latch 1 Check under the vehicle to see if the cable end is visible If the cable is not visible proceed to Step 6 2 If it is visible first try to tighten the cable by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice You cannot overtighten the cable 3 Loosen the cable by turnin...

Страница 513: ...ther 7 Place the bottom edge of the jack A on the wheel blocks B separating them so that the jack is balanced securely 8 Attach the jack handle extension and wheel wrench to the jack and place it with the wheel blocks under the vehicle toward the front of the rear bumper 5 107 ...

Страница 514: ...ry latch has released and the spare tire is balancing on the jack 12 Lower the jack by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise Keep lowering the jack until the spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by the cable CAUTION 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 e...

Страница 515: ... lower the spare the rest of the way 14 Tilt the tire retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tire out from under the vehicle 15 Turn the wheel wrench in the hoist shaft hole in the bumper clockwise to raise the cable back up if the cable is hanging under the vehicle Have the hoist assembly inspected as soon as you can You will not be able to store a spare o...

Страница 516: ... an aluminum wheel with a flat tire under your vehicle for an extended period of time or with the valve stem pointing up can damage the wheel Always stow the wheel with the valve stem pointing down and have the wheel tire repaired as soon as possible Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare tire carrier A Flat or Spare Tire Valve Stem Pointed Down B Hoist Assembly C Hoist Cable D ...

Страница 517: ...e wheel retainer D from the guide pin Pull the pin through the center of the wheel Tilt the retainer down and through the center wheel opening Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 3 Attach the wheel wrench H and extensions I together as shown 4 Insert the hoist end F through the hole G in the rear bumper and onto the hoist shaft Do not use the chiseled end of th...

Страница 518: ...he tire is stored securely Push pull A and then try to turn B the tire If the tire moves use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable 8 Reinstall the spare tire lock if the vehicle has one To store the jack and jack tools A Wing Nut B Wheel Blocks C Retaining Bracket and Wing Nut D Wheel Wrench and Extensions E Tool Bag F Jack Mounting Bracket G Jack H Retaining Bolt 1 Put the tools D in the tool bag...

Страница 519: ...drive in four wheel drive until you can have your flat tire repaired and or replaced You could damage your vehicle and the repair costs would not be covered by your warranty Never use four wheel drive when the different size spare tire is installed on your vehicle Your vehicle may have a different size spare tire than the road tires originally installed on your vehicle This spare tire was develope...

Страница 520: ... vehicle s interior only use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended Use glass cleaner only on glass Remove any accidental over spray from other surfaces immediately To prevent over spray apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth Notice If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaning gl...

Страница 521: ...hat saturates the upholstery Organic solvents such as naptha alcohol etc that can damage your vehicle s interior Fabric Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats For any soil always try to remove it first with plain water or club soda Be...

Страница 522: ...e used to blot excess moisture from the fabric or carpet Leather A soft cloth dampened with water can be used to remove dust If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used Allow the leather to dry naturally Do not use heat to dry Never use steam to clean leather Never use spot lifters or spot removers on leather Many commercial leather cleaners...

Страница 523: ...an alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Some commercial products may increase gloss on your instrument panel The increase in gloss may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may s...

Страница 524: ...earance Materials on page 5 123 Follow all manufacturers directions regarding correct product usage necessary safety precautions and appropriate disposal of any vehicle care product Rinse the vehicle well before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely If they are allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avo...

Страница 525: ...ree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You...

Страница 526: ...lated wheels Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied Notice Chrome wheels and other chrome trim may be damaged if you do not wash your vehicle after driving on roads that have been sprayed with magnesium calcium or sodium chloride These chlorides are used on roads f...

Страница 527: ... cleaning brushes you could damage the aluminum or chrome plated wheels The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Never drive a vehicle equipped with aluminum or chrome plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes Tires To clean the tires use a stiff brush with tire cleaner Notice Using petroleum based tire dressing products on your vehicle m...

Страница 528: ...orrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer retailer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout A...

Страница 529: ... grime from chrome wheels Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects tires No wiping necessary Wash Wax Concentrate Medium foaming...

Страница 530: ...ntification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code helps identify the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 133 for your vehicle s engine code Service Parts Identification Label This label is on the inside of the glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts The label has th...

Страница 531: ...op until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and not snow etc be sure to get it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other power accessories If the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and then closes after a cool down period protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away Fuses and...

Страница 532: ...d on the driver side edge of the instrument panel Pull off the cover to access the fuse block Fuses Usage 1 Rear Seats 2 Rear Accessory Power Outlet 3 Steering Wheel Controls Backlight 4 Driver Door Module 5 Dome Lamps Driver Side Turn Signal 6 Driver Side Turn Signal Stoplamp 5 126 ...

Страница 533: ...ower Outlets 17 Interior Lamps 18 Power Door Lock 1 Unlock Feature 19 Rear Seat Entertainment 20 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist 21 Power Door Lock 1 Lock Feature Fuses Usage 22 Driver Information Center DIC 23 Not Used 24 Not Used 25 Driver Seat Module Remote Keyless Entry System 26 Driver Power Door Lock Unlock Feature Circuit Breaker Usage LT DR Driver Side Power Window Circuit Breaker Harness C...

Страница 534: ...arness Connector 1 Harness Connector Usage BODY 3 Body Harness Connector 3 HEADLINER 3 Headliner Harness Connector 3 HEADLINER 2 Headliner Harness Connector 2 HEADLINER 1 Headliner Harness Connector 1 SEO UPFITTER Special Equipment Option Upfitter Harness Connector Circuit Breaker Usage CB1 Passenger Side Power Window Circuit Breaker CB2 Passenger Seat Circuit Breaker CB3 Driver Seat Circuit Break...

Страница 535: ...fuse block Notice Spilling liquid on any electrical components on your vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component To remove fuses hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out Fuses Usage 1 Right Trailer Stop Turn Lamp 2 Electronic Suspension Control Automatic Level Control Exhaust 3 Left Trailer Stop Turn Lamp 4 Engine Controls 5 ...

Страница 536: ...ir Conditioning Compressor 18 Oxygen Sensors 19 Transmission Controls Ignition 20 Fuel Pump 21 Fuel System Control Module Fuses Usage 22 Not Used 23 Not Used 24 Fuel Injectors Ignition Coils Left Side 25 Trailer Park Lamps 26 Driver Side Park Lamps 27 Passenger Side Park Lamps 28 Fog Lamps 29 Horn 30 Passenger Side High Beam Headlamp 31 Daytime Running Lamps 32 Driver Side High Beam Headlamp 33 Da...

Страница 537: ...enter High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 50 Rear Defogger 51 Heated Mirrors 52 SEO B1 Upfitter Usage Battery Fuses Usage 53 Cigarette Lighter Auxiliary Power Outlet 54 Automatic Level Control Compressor Relay SEO Upfitter Usage 55 Climate Controls Ignition 56 Engine Control Module Secondary Fuel Pump Ignition J Case Fuses Usage 57 Cooling Fan 1 58 Not Used 59 Heavy Duty Antilock Brake System 60 Cooling F...

Страница 538: ...ate Control Blower 72 Not Used 73 Left Bussed Electrical Center 2 Relays Usage FAN HI Cooling Fan High Speed FAN LO Cooling Fan Low Speed FAN CNTRL Cooling Fan Control HDLP LO HID Low Beam Headlamp FOG LAMP Front Fog Lamps A C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor STRTR Starter PWR TRN Powertrain FUEL PMP Fuel Pump PRK LAMP Parking Lamps REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger RUN CRANK Switched Power 5 132 ...

Страница 539: ...ation Application Capacities English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 4 3L V6 16 5 qt 15 6 L 4 8L V8 16 9 qt 16 0 L 5 3L V8 16 9 qt 16 0 L 6 0L V8 1500 Series 16 8 qt 15 9 L 6 0L V8 2500 3500 Series 16 4 qt 15 5 L Engine Oil...

Страница 540: ... gal if equipped 87 0 L Transmission Fluid Pan Removal and Filter Replacement Auto 4 Speed Transmission 4L60 E Electronic Transmission 5 0 qt 4 7 L Auto 4 Speed Transmission 4L70 E Super Duty Transmission 5 0 qt 4 7 L Auto 6 Speed Transmission 6L80 E 6 0 qt 5 7 L Auto 6 Speed Transmission 6L90 E 6 3 qt 6 0 L Auto 6 Speed Transmission Allison 7 4 qt 7 0 L Transfer Case Fluid 1 6 qt 1 5 L Wheel Nut ...

Страница 541: ...omatic 0 040 in 1 01 mm 5 3L V8 Flexible Fuel with Active Fuel Management Aluminum Block 3 Automatic 0 040 in 1 01 mm 5 3L V8 with Active Fuel Management Aluminum Block M Automatic 0 040 in 1 01 mm 5 3L V8 with Active Fuel Management Iron Block J Automatic 0 040 in 1 01 mm 6 0L V8 Iron Block K Automatic 0 040 in 1 01 mm 6 0L V8 with Active Fuel Management Aluminum Block Y Automatic 0 040 in 1 01 m...

Страница 542: ... NOTES 5 136 ...

Страница 543: ...quired Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes Gasoline Engine 6 8 Owner Checks and Services 6 10 At the First 100 1 000 and 6 000 Miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km 6 10 At Each Fuel Fill 6 10 At Least Once a Month 6 11 At Least Once a Year 6 12 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 14 Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 16 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 17 Maintenance Record 6 18 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1...

Страница 544: ...ance might not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance is important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions fro...

Страница 545: ...aintenance Footnotes Gasoline Engine on page 6 8 for further information CAUTION Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In trying to do some jobs you can be seriously injured Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know how and the proper tools and equipment for the job If you have any doubt see your dealer retailer to have a qualified technician do the work S...

Страница 546: ... dealer retailer has trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine parts and reset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally you must service your vehicle within 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last service Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 18 for information on the Engine Oil Life...

Страница 547: ...d If necessary replace filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter Gasoline Engines on page 5 20 See footnote p Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 83 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 6 11 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed Perform any needed...

Страница 548: ...l manual The following services should be performed at the first maintenance service I or II after the indicated miles kilometers shown for each item Additional Required Services Service and Miles Kilometers 25 000 40 000 50 000 80 000 75 000 120 000 100 000 160 000 125 000 200 000 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Vehicl...

Страница 549: ...heel drive only Change transfer case fluid severe service See footnotes g and m Four wheel drive only Change transfer case fluid normal service See footnote g Inspect evaporative control system An Emission Control Service See footnotes and k Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every five years whichever occurs first An Emiss...

Страница 550: ...m a Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect drum brake linings shoes for wear or cracks Inspect other brake parts including drums wheel cylinders calipers parking brake etc b Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts si...

Страница 551: ...o not directly spray the transfer case output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and should be replaced h Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR is over 8600 lbs or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these con...

Страница 552: ...ditions inspect the filter or change indicator if equipped at each engine oil change q Visually inspect belt for fraying excessive cracks or obvious damage Replace belt if necessary Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle Your dealer retailer can...

Страница 553: ...Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer fluid reservoir and add the proper fluid if necessary At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Inspect your vehicle s tires and make sure they are inflated to the correct pressures Do not forget to check the spare tire See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 76 Check to make sure the spare tire is stored securely Se...

Страница 554: ...other position contact your dealer retailer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake on pa...

Страница 555: ...pply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and the transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake...

Страница 556: ...eme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Optikleen Washer Solvent Usage Fluid Lubricant Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Automatic Transmission DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Floor Shift Linkage Lubriplate Lubric...

Страница 557: ...bricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Usage Fluid Lubricant Body Door Hinge Pins Tailgate Hinge and Linkage Folding Seats and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Hinges Latch Bolt and Linkage Multi Purpo...

Страница 558: ...l manual for more information Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter High Capacity 15908915 A3085C Standard 15908916 A3086C Oil Filter 4 3L V6 25010792 PF47 4 8L V8 5 3L V8 6 0L V8 89017524 PF48 Spark Plugs 4 3L V6 89017883 41 932 4 8L V8 5 3L V8 6 0L V8 12571164 41 985 Wiper Blades 21 6 inches 55 0 cm 25877402 15908915 A3085C high capacity air cleaner filter may be subs...

Страница 559: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing A Air Conditioning Compressor If your vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information V6 Engines V8 Engines 6 17 ...

Страница 560: ...ices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 10 can be added on the following record pages You should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 ...

Страница 561: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 19 ...

Страница 562: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 20 ...

Страница 563: ...9 Courtesy Transportation 7 9 Collision Damage Repair 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 15 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 15 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 7 16 Event Data Recorders 7 17 OnStar 7 18 Navigation System 7...

Страница 564: ... the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 222 1020 In Canada call General Motors of Canada Customer Communication Centre at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number VIN This...

Страница 565: ...vent that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after following the procedure outlined in Steps 1 and 2 General Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no charge Mediation Arbitration Program General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory related vehicle service claims The program provides for t...

Страница 566: ...n and to register your vehicle My GM Canada Canada only My GM Canada is a password protected section of gmcanada com where you can save information on GM vehicles get personalized offers and use handy tools and forms with greater ease Here are a few of the valuable tools and services you will have access to My Showroom Find and save information on vehicles and current offers in your area My Dealer...

Страница 567: ...ddressed to United States Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 www Chevrolet com 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 2438 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Virgin Islan...

Страница 568: ...This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more details or to determine your vehicle s eligibility visit gmmobility com or call the G...

Страница 569: ...service Lock out Service Lock out service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle A remote unlock may be available if you have an active OnStar subscription To ensure security the driver must present personal identification before lock out service is provided In Canada the vehicle registration is also required Emergency Tow From a Public Roadway or Highway To...

Страница 570: ...rip interruption expense assistance Alternative Service Canada only There may be times when Roadside Assistance cannot provide timely assistance Your advisor may authorize you to secure local emergency road service and you will be reimbursed up to 100 upon submission of the original receipt to Roadside Assistance In many instances mechanical failures may be covered However any cost for parts and l...

Страница 571: ...nience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related If it is please call your dealership retailer let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer retailer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work d...

Страница 572: ...nformation regarding the allowance amounts for reimbursement of fuel or other transportation costs Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for an overnight warranty repair Rental reimbursement will be limited and must be supported by original receipts This requires th...

Страница 573: ...s of the vehicle A recycled original equipment GM part may be an acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle s originally designed appearance and safety performance however the history of these parts is not known Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty and any related failures are not covered by that warranty Aftermarket collision parts are also available These are made b...

Страница 574: ...s If a Crash Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in a crash Check to make sure that you are all right If you are uninjured make sure that no one else in your vehicle or the other vehicle is injured If there has been an injury call emergency services for help Do not leave the scene of a crash until all matters have been taken care of Move your vehicle only if its position puts you in dang...

Страница 575: ...le If you have a question ask for an explanation Reputable shops welcome this opportunity Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair If you have a pre determined repair facility of choice take your vehicle there or have it towed there Specify to the facility that any required replacement...

Страница 576: ...ved in individual problems between you your dealer retailer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 400 Seventh Street SW Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov Reporting Safety Defect...

Страница 577: ...dy etc Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give additional technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle Owner Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner ma...

Страница 578: ...vehicle has a number of sophisticated computers that record information about the vehicle s performance and how it is driven For example your vehicle uses computer modules to monitor and control engine and transmission performance to monitor the conditions for airbag deployment and deploy airbags in a crash and if so equipped to provide antilock braking to help the driver control the vehicle These...

Страница 579: ...is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location is recorded However other parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equipment is required and access to the vehicle or the EDR is neede...

Страница 580: ... other trip information Refer to the navigation system operating manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions Radio Frequency Identification RFID RFID technology is used in some vehicles for functions such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system security as well as in connection with conveniences such as key fobs for remote door locking unlocking and starting and in ...

Страница 581: ... Airbag Inflate 1 75 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 1 76 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 74 Where Are the Airbags 1 72 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 134 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 134 Antilock Brake System ABS 4 4 Anti lock Brake System Warning Light 3 47 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 120 Care of Safety Belts 5 117 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 122 Cleaning Ext...

Страница 582: ...ing Light 3 46 Braking 4 3 Braking in Emergencies 4 5 Break In New Vehicle 2 22 Bulb Replacement 5 61 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL and Cargo Lamp 5 63 Halogen Bulbs 5 61 Headlamp Aiming 5 58 Headlamps 5 62 License Plate Lamps 5 66 Pickup Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps 5 64 Replacement Bulbs 5 66 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 64 Buying New Tires 5 86 C Calibr...

Страница 583: ...Where to Put the Restraint 1 44 Cigarette Lighter 3 24 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 120 Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 118 Fabric Carpet 5 115 Finish Care 5 119 Cleaning cont Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 117 Interior 5 114 Leather 5 116 Tires 5 121 Underbody Maintenance 5 122 Washing Your Vehicle 5 118 Weatherstrips 5 117 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 120 Climate Con...

Страница 584: ...Running Out of Fuel 2 54 Disc MP3 3 108 3 114 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 5 Dome Lamp Override 3 21 Dome Lamps 3 21 Door Delayed Locking 2 11 Locks 2 10 Power Door Locks 2 10 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 11 Rear Door Security Locks 2 11 Rear Doors 2 12 Driver Information Center DIC 3 56 DIC Operation and Displays 3 57 3 63 DIC Vehicle Customization 3 76 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 66 Driv...

Страница 585: ...rive Belt Routing 6 17 Engine Compartment Overview 5 14 Exhaust 2 54 Fan Noise 5 40 Fast Idle System 2 25 Oil 5 15 Oil Life System 5 18 Overheated Protection Operating Mode 5 34 Engine cont Overheating 5 32 Starting 2 24 Entry Lighting 3 21 Event Data Recorders 7 17 Exit Lighting 3 21 Extender Safety Belt 1 35 Exterior Lamps 3 17 F Fast Idle System 2 25 Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 20 Finish Damage...

Страница 586: ...ns 5 6 Low Warning Light 3 56 Running Out of 2 54 Fuses Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 128 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 125 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 126 Underhood Fuse Block 5 129 Windshield Wiper 5 125 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature 3 48 Fuel 3 55 Oil Pressure 3 52 Speedometer 3 38 Tachometer 3 38 Voltmeter Gage 3 45 Garage Door Opener 2 71 Gasoline Octane 5 6 Specifications 5 6 Glo...

Страница 587: ... Lamps 5 64 Heated Seats 1 5 Heater 3 25 3 28 Engine Coolant 2 27 Heater 3 29 Highbeam On Light 3 54 Highway Hypnosis 4 29 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 30 Hood Checking Things Under 5 12 Release 5 13 Horn 3 8 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 19 I Ignition Positions 2 22 Infants and Young Children Restraints 1 39 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 76 Instrument Panel Brightness 3 21 Cluster 3 37 Overview 3 ...

Страница 588: ...l Warning 3 56 Malfunction Indicator 3 49 Oil Pressure 3 53 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 43 Light cont Safety Belt Reminders 3 39 Security 3 53 StabiliTrak Indicator 3 48 Tire Pressure 3 49 Tow Haul Mode 3 54 Lighting Entry 3 21 Exit 3 21 Lights Exterior Lamps 3 17 Flash to Pass 3 11 High Low Beam Changer 3 10 On Reminder 3 18 Loading Your Vehicle 4 36 Locking Rear Axle 4 5 Lockout Protecti...

Страница 589: ... 2 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 49 Manual Lumbar Controls 1 4 Manual Seats 1 2 Manual Using iii Manual Windows 2 15 Memory Seat Mirrors and Pedals 1 6 Message DIC Warnings and Messages 3 66 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview with Compass and Temperature Display 2 58 Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar Compass and Temperature Display 2 56 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 56 Outside Manual Mirrors 2 59 ...

Страница 590: ...g Mirrors 2 60 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 34 Owner Checks and Services 6 10 Owners Canadian ii P Paint Damage 5 122 Park Shifting Into 2 51 Shifting Out of 2 53 Park Aid 2 64 Park Brake 2 50 Parking Assist 2 64 Over Things That Burn 2 53 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 43 Passenger Sensing System 1 81 Passing 4 11 PASS KEY III Electronic Immobilizer 2 20 PASS Key III Electro...

Страница 591: ...ration 1 12 1 13 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming with Compass and Temperature Display 2 58 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming with OnStar Compass and Temperature Display 2 56 Rearview Mirrors 2 56 Reclining Seatbacks 1 8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 14 Recovery Hooks 4 35 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 50 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 2 4 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 2 5 Remo...

Страница 592: ...eats cont Power Seats 1 3 Rear Seat Operation 1 12 1 13 Reclining Seatbacks 1 8 Seatback Latches 1 12 Secondary Latch System 5 106 Securing a Child Restraint Center Front Seat Position 1 57 Rear Seat Position 1 54 Right Front Seat Position 1 57 1 62 1 66 Security Light 3 53 Service 5 4 Accessories and Modifications 5 4 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 5 California Perchlorate Mate...

Страница 593: ...t Panel Storage Area 2 78 Luggage Carrier 2 79 Rear Seat Armrest 2 80 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 34 Sun Visors 2 18 Sunroof 2 82 T Tachometer 3 38 Tailgate 2 13 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 64 Theft Deterrent Radio 3 132 Theft Deterrent Systems 2 18 Content Theft Deterrent 2 18 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer 2 20 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Operation 2 20 T...

Страница 594: ... Quality Grading 5 89 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 5 90 Wheel Replacement 5 90 When It Is Time for New Tires 5 86 Tow Haul Mode 2 34 Tow Haul Mode Light 3 54 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 50 Towing a Trailer 4 55 Your Vehicle 4 50 Traction Stabilitrak System 4 6 Trailer Recommendations 4 93 Transmission Fluid Automatic 5 22 5 26 Transmission Operation Automatic 2 28 Trip Odometer 3 38 Truck Ca...

Страница 595: ...cle Remote Start 2 7 Ventilation Adjustment 3 35 Visors 2 18 Voltmeter Gage 3 45 W Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 36 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages 3 66 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 8 Other Warning Devices 3 8 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 90 Different Size 5 88 Replacement 5 90 Where to Put the Restraint 1 44 Windows 2 15 Manual 2 15 Power 2 ...

Страница 596: ...her 3 12 Washer Fluid 5 42 Wiper Blade Replacement 5 67 Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 120 Wiper Fuses 5 125 Wipers 3 11 Winter Driving 4 31 X XM Radio Messages 3 119 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 134 Y Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 16 ...

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