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sometimes at the
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Содержание Sierra Denali Classic 2007

Страница 1: ...System 122 Universal Home Remote System 124 Storage Areas 136 Sunroof 138 Instrument Panel 139 Instrument Panel Overview 142 Climate Controls 160 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 168 Driver Information Center DIC 186 Audio System s 206 Driving Your Vehicle 251 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 252 Towing 303 Service and Appearance Care 321 Service 324 Fuel 326 Checking Things Under the Hoo...

Страница 2: ...ires 384 Appearance Care 423 Vehicle Identification 434 Electrical System 435 Capacities and Specifications 444 Maintenance Schedule 445 Maintenance Schedule 446 Customer Assistance Information 467 Customer Assistance and Information 468 Reporting Safety Defects 486 Index 489 2 ...

Страница 3: ...ibes features that may be available in this model but your vehicle may not be equipped with all of them For example more than one entertainment system may be offered or your vehicle may have been ordered without a front passenger or rear seats Keep this manual in the vehicle so it will be there if it is needed while you are on the road If the vehicle is sold leave this manual in the vehicle Canadi...

Страница 4: ...anual and the page number where it can be found Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avo...

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

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

Страница 7: ...n 38 Infants and Young Children 41 Child Restraint Systems 45 Where to Put the Restraint 50 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 51 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 58 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 60 Airbag System 64 Where Are the Airbags 67 When Should an Airbag Inflate 69 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 70 How Does an Airbag Restrain 71 What ...

Страница 8: ...oving the front of the horizontal control up or down Raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the horizontal control up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire horizontal control up or down Use the vertical control to recline the seatback See Power Reclining Seatbacks on page 12 Your seats may have a memory function which allows seat settings to be...

Страница 9: ...vel of support You can also reshape the side wing area of the lower seatback for more lateral support To increase support press and hold the top of the control To decrease support press and hold the bottom of the control Let go of the control when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of support Your vehicle may have a memory function which allows seat settings to be saved and recalled See ...

Страница 10: ... being heated Additional presses of the seatback button will cycle through the heat levels for the seatback only Press the horizontal button again to heat the whole seat The heated seats will be canceled after the ignition is turned off If you still want to use the heated seat feature after you restart your vehicle you will need to press the heated seat button again Memory Seat and Mirrors If your...

Страница 11: ...of the memory seat feature at any time press one of the memory buttons or power seat controls Easy Exit Seat The controls for this memory function are located on the driver s door B Easy Exit Seat This button is used to program and recall the desired driver s seat position when exiting or entering the vehicle The seat position can be saved for up to two drivers To store the seat exit position do t...

Страница 12: ...Exit Seat under DIC Vehicle Customization on page 199 for more information on activating this feature in the DIC Power Reclining Seatbacks The front seats have power reclining seatbacks Use the vertical power seat control located on the outboard side of the seats to operate them To recline the seatback press the control toward the rear of the vehicle To raise the seatback press the control toward ...

Страница 13: ...d go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Do not have a seatback ...

Страница 14: ...to four positions by pulling on it A click will sound after each tilt position is reached Pull the head restraint forward past the last position to release it to the upright position The rear seat head restraints are also adjustable up and down but they do not tilt Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation The second row seat is a 60 40 split seat Either side of the rear seat may be flipped and folded for ad...

Страница 15: ...nt seat forward and or bringing the front seat more upright The lever at the base of the seat must be turned rearward to release the seatback To return the seat to the normal seating position do the following 1 Lift the seatback up and push it rearward all the way 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 the...

Страница 16: ...re accessible to the outboard and center occupant and are not under the seat cushions Safety Belts Safety Belts They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts CAUTION Do not let anyone ride where he or she cannot wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you are not wearing a saf...

Страница 17: ...See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 171 In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here is why They work You never know if you will be in a crash If you do have a crash you do not know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of the...

Страница 18: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 18 ...

Страница 19: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 19 ...

Страница 20: ...anel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That is why safety belts make such good sense 20 ...

Страница 21: ... belts not instead of them Every airbag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you are in a vehicle that has airbags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That is true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I am a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an ex...

Страница 22: ... 38 or Infants and Young Children on page 41 Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you will want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has We will start with the driver position Driver Position Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here is how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the In...

Страница 23: ...p on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 37 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder belt It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tight...

Страница 24: ...would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash 24 ...

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

Страница 26: ...rotection 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 at 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 26 ...

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

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

Страница 29: ...seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 29 ...

Страница 30: ...ly injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it To unlatch the belt push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way 30 ...

Страница 31: ...y 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 that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the k...

Страница 32: ... is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who are not safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Lap Shoulder Belt All rear seat positions have lap s...

Страница 33: ...out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 37 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder part 33 ...

Страница 34: ...cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too mu...

Страница 35: ... for some adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outboard passenger position in the rear seat Here is how to install a comfort guide to the shoulder belt 1 Remove the guide from its storage clip on the interior body 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of th...

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 36 ...

Страница 37: ...t will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an extender When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for sec...

Страница 38: ...lt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled ...

Страница 39: ...s so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides on page 35 If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on t...

Страница 40: ... this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 40 ...

Страница 41: ...st be restrained while in a vehicle CAUTION Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never 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 restraint...

Страница 42: ...does not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint 42 ...

Страница 43: ...ed or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide 43 ...

Страница 44: ...nt will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and neck ...

Страница 45: ...he child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed A a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a...

Страница 46: ... of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields 46 ...

Страница 47: ...raint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle An add on child restraint system is a portable one which is purchased by the vehicle s owner To help reduce injuries an add on child restraint must be secured in the vehicle With built in or add on child restraints the child has to be secured within the child restraint When choosing an add on child restraint be sure the child restraint is desig...

Страница 48: ...belt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 51 for more information A child can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and t...

Страница 49: ...s that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side CAUTION A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Make sure the child is properly secured following the instructions that came with tha...

Страница 50: ...int would be very close to the inflating airbag CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off We recommend that rear facin...

Страница 51: ...e safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint equipped with LATCH attachments The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to use the child restraint and its attachments The following explains how to attach ...

Страница 52: ...traints are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached In the United States some child restraints also have a top tether Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint If the child restraint d...

Страница 53: ...e behind the rear seat Remove the trim covers to access the anchor Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger s position if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached There is no place to attach the top tether in this position Accident statistics show that chil...

Страница 54: ...cle s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual CAUTION Each top tether anchor and lower anchor in the vehicle is designed to hold only one child restraint Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or o...

Страница 55: ...nt or the LATCH attachment parts and the vehicle s safety belt assembly Folding an empty rear seat with the safety belts secured may cause damage to the safety belt or the seat When removing the child restraint always remember to return the safety belts to their normal stowed position before folding the rear seat 1 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached atta...

Страница 56: ...re using does not have a head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether around the head restraint If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a single tether raise the head restraint and route the tether under the he...

Страница 57: ...sition 2 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 the instructions in this manual 2 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 2 Find the l...

Страница 58: ... child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s saf...

Страница 59: ...sh down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 59 ...

Страница 60: ...ely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger s airbag A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint See Where to Put the Restraint on page 50 In addition your vehicle has a passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system is designed to turn o...

Страница 61: ...nusual circumstance even though it is turned off We recommend that rear facing child restraints be secured in the rear seat even if the airbag is off If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat position move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward facing child restraint See Power Seats on page 8 If your child restraint has the LATCH system ...

Страница 62: ...ill go before securing the child restraint in this seat See Power Seats on page 8 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 light and stay lit when you turn the ignition to RUN or START See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 172 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up ...

Страница 63: ...r 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 You should not be able to pull more of the belt from the retractor once the lock has been set 63 ...

Страница 64: ...ck and adjust the seat cushion if possible Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this happens adjust the head restraint If the on indicator is still lit secure the child in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle and check with your dealer To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all ...

Страница 65: ...o the safety belts All airbags are designed to work with safety belts but do not replace them CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 And for some unrestrained occupants airbags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more f...

Страница 66: ...maintaining control of the vehicle CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child ...

Страница 67: ... the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light on page 171 for more information Where Are the Airbags The driver s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel 67 ...

Страница 68: ... an airbag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything 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 68 ...

Страница 69: ...frontal impacts these airbags inflate at a level less than full deployment For more severe frontal impacts full deployment occurs If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that does not move or deform the threshold level for the reduced deployment is about 10 to 16 mph 16 to 25 km h and the threshold level for a full deployment is about 20 to 30 mph 32 to 48 km h The threshold level c...

Страница 70: ...repair costs were Inflation is determined by what the vehicle hits the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down The airbag system is designed to work properly under a wide range of conditions including off road usage Observe safe driving speeds especially on rough terrain As always wear your safety belt See Off Road Driving on page 265 for tips on off road driving What Makes an A...

Страница 71: ... impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those airbags Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates After an airbag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly that some people may not even realize the airbag inflated Some compone...

Страница 72: ...loyment you should seek medical attention In many crashes severe enough to inflate an airbag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After they inflate you will need some new parts for your airbag system If you do not get them the airbag system will not be there to he...

Страница 73: ...ger s frontal airbag under certain conditions The driver s airbag is 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 properly seated occupant and determine if the passenger s frontal airbag should be enabled may inflate or not Accident stat...

Страница 74: ... inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circ...

Страница 75: ...traint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint following the child restraint manufacturer s directions and refer to Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 60 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushio...

Страница 76: ...erson If a person of adult size is sitting in the right front passenger s seat but the off indicator is lit it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat If this happens turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the fully upright position then sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with the person s legs comfortably extended Restart the ve...

Страница 77: ... including important safety information Aftermarket equipment such as seat covers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates You may want to consider not using seat covers or other aftermarket equipment if your vehicle has the passenger sensing system See Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 79 for more information about modifications that can affect how the syst...

Страница 78: ...tem To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 487 CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inflates Avoid yellow connectors They are probably part of the airbag system Be sure to follow proper ...

Страница 79: ...nd addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 468 Q Because I have a disability I have to get my vehicle modified How can I find out whether this will affect my advanced airbag system A Changing or moving any parts of the front seats safety belts the airbag sensing and diagnostic module steerin...

Страница 80: ... Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Notice If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s airbag the airbag may not work...

Страница 81: ...fter a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired...

Страница 82: ... NOTES 82 ...

Страница 83: ...ed Accessory Power RAP 101 Starting the Engine 102 Engine Coolant Heater 103 Automatic Transmission Operation 105 Tow Haul Mode 108 Parking Brake 109 Shifting Into Park P 110 Shifting Out of Park P 112 Parking Over Things That Burn 112 Engine Exhaust 113 Running the Engine While Parked 114 Mirrors 115 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar Compass and Temperature Display 115 Outside Power M...

Страница 84: ...System With One Triangular LED 125 Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED 126 Universal Home Remote System Operation With One Triangular LED 132 Storage Areas 136 Glove Box 136 Cupholder s 136 Center Console Storage Area 136 Tonneau Cover 136 Sunroof 138 Section 2 Features and Controls 84 ...

Страница 85: ...th the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 85 ...

Страница 86: ... subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Cana...

Страница 87: ... is necessary See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 87 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation You can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet 1 m up to 100 feet 30 m away using the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter supplied with your vehicle K Unlock Press this button ...

Страница 88: ...stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmit...

Страница 89: ...on 5 Check the operation of the transmitter Resynchronization Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver The receiver will not respond to a signal that has been sent previously This prevents anyone from recording and playing back the signal from the transmitter To resynchronize your transmitt...

Страница 90: ...y belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your ve...

Страница 91: ...wer door locks press the raised side of the switch with the lock symbol on either front door to lock all the doors at once Press the recessed side of the switch with the unlock symbol to unlock all the doors at once The power door locks will operate at any time even when the ignition is off Operating the power locks may interact with the theft deterrent system if equipped See Content Theft Deterre...

Страница 92: ... 2 Press unlock twice on the RKE transmitter This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition You can also program this feature using the Driver Information Center DIC See Door Lock Delay under DIC Vehicle Customization on page 199 Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle has an automatic lock unlock feature which enables you to program the vehicle s power door locks You can progr...

Страница 93: ...e To remove the tailgate do the following 1 Raise the tailgate slightly and release both retaining cable clips To release the retaining cable clips lift the cable so it points straight out and push the cable clip forward 2 With the tailgate at a slight upward angle pull back on the tailgate at the right edge and then move the tailgate to the right to release the left edge Reverse the above procedu...

Страница 94: ...cle with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 94 ...

Страница 95: ...n feature that allows the windows to be lowered without holding the switch Press down fully on the window switch then release to activate the express down mode This mode can be canceled at any time by pulling up on the switch To open the window partway press the switch to the first position until the window is at the desired position Window Lockout o Lockout Your vehicle has a lockout feature to p...

Страница 96: ...r vehicle may have this feature Pull the sun visor down to block glare Pull the sun visor extender out for additional coverage Detach the sun visor from the center mount and swing it to the side to cover the side window Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror Your vehicle has lighted visor vanity mirrors on both the driver s and passenger s sun visors Pull the sun visor down and lift the mirror cover to turn ...

Страница 97: ...n center the horn may sound the headlamps may flash or both the headlamps and the horn will activate Remember the theft deterrent system will not activate if you lock the doors with a key the manual door lock or the power door lock switch It activates only if you use the remote keyless entry transmitter You should also remember that you can start your vehicle with the correct ignition key if the a...

Страница 98: ... a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with fuel is disabled If the engine stalls and the security light flashes wait until the light stops flashing before trying to restart the engine Remember to release the key from START as soon as the engine starts If...

Страница 99: ...e full throttle starts Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this time your new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer o...

Страница 100: ...d to LOCK Notice Using a tool to force the key from the ignition switch could cause damage or break the key Use the correct key and turn the key only with your hand Make sure the key is all the way in If it is turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard If none of this works then your vehicle needs service B ACCESSORY This position lets you use things like the radio and the ...

Страница 101: ...gine 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 you open the driver s door Always remember to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you This will lock your ignition and transaxle Also always remember to lock the doors The battery c...

Страница 102: ...nition key is turned to the START and then released when the engine begins cranking the engine will continue cranking until the vehicle starts or until it exceeds the maximum cranking time allowed approximately 15 seconds to prevent cranking motor damage To prevent gear damage this system also prevents cranking if the engine is already running The engine cranking can be stopped by turning the igni...

Страница 103: ...signed 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 If you do not your engine might not perform properly Any resulting damage would not be covered by your vehicle s warranty Engine Coolant Heater Your vehicle may have an engine coolant heater In very col...

Страница 104: ...cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you do not it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the ou...

Страница 105: ...move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly leve...

Страница 106: ...r engine does not connect with the wheels To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed Not...

Страница 107: ... transmission shifts too often THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving It reduces vehicle speed more than DRIVE D without using your brakes You might choose THIRD 3 instead of DRIVE D when driving on hilly winding roads when towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears and when going down a steep hill SECOND 2 This position reduces vehicle speed even more than THIRD 3 wit...

Страница 108: ...he accelerator pedal may damage the transmission The repair will not be covered by your warranty If you are stuck do not spin the tires When stopping on a hill use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place On cold days approximately 32 F 0 C or colder your transmission is designed to shift differently until the engine reaches normal operating temperature This is intended to improve heater performanc...

Страница 109: ...own with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot A chime will activate and the warning light will flash when the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is moving at least 3 mph 5 km h for at least three seconds To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the bottom edge of the lever located above the parking brake pedal with the parking brake...

Страница 110: ...K P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 use the steps that follow If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 304 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your ri...

Страница 111: ...om 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 vehicle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To p...

Страница 112: ...the way up into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to ACCESSORY There is no shift interlock in this key position 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle and then shift to the gea...

Страница 113: ... vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system has been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO...

Страница 114: ...garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 290 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You o...

Страница 115: ...cated to the far left briefly to turn the compass temperature display on or off If the display reads CAL you will need to calibrate the compass For more information on calibration see below To adjust between Fahrenheit and Celsius do the following 1 Press and hold the on off button for approximately four seconds until either a flashing F or C appears 2 Press the button again to change the display ...

Страница 116: ... the on off button for approximately six seconds until the green indicator light turns off 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 you live outside of zone eight Under certain circumstances as during a long distance cross country trip it will be necessary to adjust for compass varianc...

Страница 117: ...urs After approximately five seconds the display does not show a compass heading N for North for example there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass Such interference may be caused by a magnetic antenna mount magnetic note pad holder or a similar magnetic item The compass does not display the correct heading and the compass zone variance is set correctly In order to calibrate...

Страница 118: ...irror housing Outside Power Mirrors If your vehicle is equipped with outside power mirrors the controls are located on the driver s door armrest Move the selector switch located above the control pad to the left or right to choose the mirror you want to adjust then press the dots located on the four way control pad to adjust the mirror The mirrors include ground illumination lamps in the base of t...

Страница 119: ...e information To fold or unfold the mirrors move the selector switch located above the mirror control to the middle position The mirror control will illuminate Press the right or left side of the mirror control to fold or unfold the mirrors You may notice the mirror glass adjust as the mirrors fold in this is normal The mirror glass will reposition itself once the mirrors are unfolded If the mirro...

Страница 120: ...mperature Display on page 115 Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors If the vehicle has the memory package the outside mirrors are able to perform the curb view assist mirror function This feature will cause the passenger s and or driver s mirror to tilt to a preselected position when the vehicle is in REVERSE R This feature may be useful in allowing the driver to view the curb when parallel parking Whe...

Страница 121: ...ed so you can see more from the driver s seat Outside Heated Mirrors The vehicle may have outside heated mirrors which helps clear them of condensation snow and ice The mirror heat is controlled by pressing the outside mirror button if the vehicle has a sliding rear window or the rear window defogger button See Rear Window Defogger under Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 160 for furthe...

Страница 122: ...de Service for you A complete OnStar Owner s Guide and the Terms and Conditions of the OnStar Subscription Service Agreement are included in the vehicle s OnStar Subscriber Information packet located in your vehicle For more information visit www onstar com or www onstar ca contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or press the OnStar button to speak with an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day 7 d...

Страница 123: ...utton Hands Free Calling is fully integrated into the vehicle and may be used with Pre Paid Minute Packages or linked to a cell phone through OnStar Shared Minutes Plan To find out more refer to the OnStar Owner s Guide visit www onstar com or www onstar ca or speak with an OnStar advisor by pressing the OnStar button or calling 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 OnStar Virtual Advisor Your vehicle may...

Страница 124: ... the OnStar Owner s guide for more information Universal Home Remote System Universal Home Remote System With Three Round LED The Universal Home Remote System provides a way to replace up to three hand held Radio Frequency RF transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers security systems and home lighting This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject t...

Страница 125: ...ized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Universal Home Remote System With One Triangular LED The Universal Home Remote System provides a way to replace up to three hand held Radio Frequency RF transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers security systems and home lighting This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to th...

Страница 126: ... authorization to use this equipment Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED Your vehicle may have the Universal Home Remote System If there are three round Light Emitting Diode LED above the Universal Home Remote System buttons follow the instructions below If there is one triangular LED above the Universal Home Remote System buttons follow the instructions under Universal Hom...

Страница 127: ...al remote control transmitter for fixed code programming It is also recommended that upon the sale or lease termination of the vehicle the programmed buttons should be erased for security purposes See Erasing your Universal Home Remote Buttons later in this section Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or security device you are programming When programming a garage door it ...

Страница 128: ... channels 1 Remove the battery cover of the hand held transmitter 2 Write down the eight to 12 coding switch settings from left to right When the switch is in the up position write on and when a switch is in the down position write off If a switch is set between the up and down position write middle 3 Enter these positions into the Universal Home Remote System as follows Press and release all thre...

Страница 129: ...ld like to use to control the garage door until the garage door moves The indicator light above the selected button should slowly blink You may need to hold the button from five to 55 seconds 7 Immediately release the button when the garage door moves The indicator light will blink rapidly until programming is complete 8 Press and release the button again The garage door should move confirming tha...

Страница 130: ...e you begin If you do not follow these actions the device will time out and you will have to repeat the procedure Follow these steps to program up to three channels 1 Press the two outside buttons at the same time for one to two seconds and immediately release them 2 Go to the garage Locate the garage door motor head and press and release the learn button After pressing the learn button you have 1...

Страница 131: ...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 You can reprogram any of the three buttons by repeating the instructions Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons You should erase the programmed buttons when you sell the vehicle or te...

Страница 132: ...e Remote Transmitter Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Home Remote Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you in the programming steps Keep the original hand held transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future Universal Home Remote programming It is also recommended that upon the sale of the ...

Страница 133: ...rage door openers may require you to substitute Step 3 with the procedure noted in Gate Operator and Canadian Programming later in this section 4 The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly after Universal Home Remote successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand held transmitter Release both buttons 5 Press and hold the newly trained Universal Home Remote button and...

Страница 134: ...as this will erase all previous programming from the Universal Home Remote buttons Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission This may not be long enough for Universal Home Remote to pick up the signal during programming Similarly some U S gate operators are manufactured to time out in t...

Страница 135: ...me beginning with Step 2 under Programming Universal Home Remote shown earlier in this section Individual buttons cannot be erased but they can be reprogrammed See Reprogramming a Single Universal Home Remote Button following this section Reprogramming a Single Universal Home Remote Button To program a device to Universal Home Remote using a Universal Home Remote button previously trained follow t...

Страница 136: ...ks back into place To access the rear cupholders pull down on the door located on the back of the console The front cupholder may be removed for cleaning by pushing down and then back on the cupholder Center Console Storage Area Your vehicle may be equipped with a console compartment between the bucket seats To open it press the button on the side and swing the console lid open Tonneau Cover If yo...

Страница 137: ...emove the tonneau cover from the notch in the front rail on the driver s side of the vehicle 3 Remove the two bows by gently pushing them against the spring loaded end The two bows are labeled front and rear to remind you of the order in which to reinstall them 137 ...

Страница 138: ...he control again to express open the sunroof To close the sunroof press and hold the front of the control The control must be held until the glass stops moving so that the sunroof will be fully seated The sunroof also has a roller sunscreen that can be used to block the rays of the sun The roller sunscreen can be manually operated with the sunroof in an open or closed position To open the sunscree...

Страница 139: ...amps 156 Dome Lamp Override 157 Entry Lighting 157 Exit Lighting 157 Front Reading Lamps 157 Cargo Lamp 158 Battery Run Down Protection 158 Accessory Power Outlet s 158 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 159 Climate Controls 160 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 160 Outlet Adjustment 167 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 168 Instrument Panel Cluster 169 Speedometer and Odometer 170 Trip Odomete...

Страница 140: ...186 DIC Warnings and Messages 190 DIC Vehicle Customization 199 Audio System s 206 Setting the Time 208 Radio with Cassette and CD 208 Navigation Radio System 225 Rear Seat Entertainment System 225 Rear Seat Audio RSA 239 CD Changer 241 Theft Deterrent Feature 245 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 245 Radio Reception 246 Care of the Cassette Tape Player 247 Care of Your CDs and DVDs 249 Care of the CD...

Страница 141: ... NOTES 141 ...

Страница 142: ...Instrument Panel Overview 142 ...

Страница 143: ...tem s on page 206 J Climate Control System See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 160 K Instrument Panel Fuse Block See Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 436 L Hood Release See Hood Release on page 333 M Fog Lamps Button See Fog Lamps on page 155 N Audio Steering Wheel Controls and Driver Information Controls See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 245 and Driver Information Center ...

Страница 144: ...utton to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Horn To sound the horn press the center pad on the steering wheel Tilt ...

Страница 145: ...ase the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following G Turn and Lane Change Signals See Turn and Lane Change Signals on page 146 53 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 147 Flash to Pass See Flash to Pass on page 147 N Windshield Wipers See Windshield Wipers on page 147...

Страница 146: ...ver will return by itself when you release it An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows flash more quickly than normal a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when...

Страница 147: ...If your headlamps are in the automatic position or on low beam your high beam headlamps will turn on They ll stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you The high beam indicator on the instrument panel cluster will come on Release the lever to return to normal operation Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it 8 Mist For a single wipin...

Страница 148: ... and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts Windshield Washer LQ Washer Fluid There is a paddle marked with the windshield washer symbol at the top of the multifunction lever To spray washer fluid on the windshield push the paddle The wipers will clear th...

Страница 149: ...your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h If you apply your brakes the cruise control will shut off CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed So do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On ...

Страница 150: ...e cruise symbol on the instrument panel will illuminate when the cruise control is engaged Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course disengages the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch briefly from on to resume accelerate You l...

Страница 151: ...d then release the switch To increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch briefly to resume accelerate Each time you do this your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control Press in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want then release it To slow down in very small amounts briefly press the set button Each t...

Страница 152: ...is to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are four ways to turn off the cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal move the cruise control switch to off or shift the transmission to NEUTRAL N If the accelerator pedal is held for 60 seconds or longer cruise control will turn off Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or ...

Страница 153: ...signal multifunction lever towards the instrument panel Headlamps on Reminder A reminder chime will sound when your headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on and your ignition is off in LOCK ACCESSORY or your door is open To disable the chime turn the light off then back on Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle du...

Страница 154: ...rument panel lights The radio back lighting will also be dimly lit To turn off the automatic headlamp system turn the exterior lamps switch to the off position Turning off the automatic headlamp system with the headlamp switch is not available for vehicles first sold in Canada Your vehicle has a light sensor located on the top of the instrument panel in the defroster grille that regulates when the...

Страница 155: ...me Running Lamps DRL on page 153 for more information Your headlamps will also stay on after you exit the vehicle You can program this feature using the Driver Information Center DIC See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 199 As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when needed Puddle Lamps Your vehicle is equipped with puddle lamps to help you see the area near the base o...

Страница 156: ...quire the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps Instrument Panel Brightness D Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights The thumbwheel for this feature is located next to the exterior lamp control Turn the thumbwheel up to adjust the instrument panel lights and return the radio display to full brightness when the headlamps or parking lamp...

Страница 157: ...you open a door Entry Lighting Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature When a door is opened the dome lamps and puddle lamps will come on if the dome override button is in the out position If the dome override button is pressed in the lamps will not come on Exit Lighting With exit lighting the interior lamps will come on when you remove the key from the ignition The lamps will n...

Страница 158: ...io The outlet can accept electrical equipment up to a maximum of 20 amperes There are three accessory power outlets The front outlet is located next to the floor console The second outlet is located in the center console Press the button on the side of the console door to access the outlet See Center Console Storage Area on page 136 for more information There is also one accessory power outlet loc...

Страница 159: ...from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter The ashtray is located in the center console if equipped Press the raised area on the access door to use the ashtray To remove the ashtray first locate the indent on the right side of the ashtray Then place an instrument such as a pen in the indent and pry the ashtray out Notice If y...

Страница 160: ...system on the driver s side The temperature can be adjusted even if the system is turned off This is possible since outside air will always flow through the system as the vehicle is moving forward unless it is set to recirculation mode See Recirculation later in this section Turn the knob counterclockwise or clockwise to lower or increase the cabin temperature The display will show the temperature...

Страница 161: ... will be displayed Automatic Operation AUTO Automatic When automatic operation is active the system will control 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 AUTO button When AUTO is selected the display will change to show the current driver s set temperature delivery mode and fan speed Press the AUTO button...

Страница 162: ...remain at the maximum heat setting Choosing either maximum setting will not cause the vehicle to heat or cool any faster Be careful not to cover the solar sensor located on the top of the instrument panel near the windshield This sensor regulates air temperature based on sun load and also turns on your headlamps For more information on the solar sensor see Sensors later in this section To avoid bl...

Страница 163: ...how the current status of the system When the system is turned off the display will go blank after displaying the current status of the system H Panel This setting will deliver air to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level This setting will deliver warmer air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets 6 Floor This setting will deliver air to the floor outlets Defog See Defogging an...

Страница 164: ...lay when the A C is on and will turn off when the air conditioning is off Pressing this button when the outside temperature is too cool for air conditioning to be effective will make the snowflake symbol flash three times and then turn off to let you know that the air conditioning mode is not available If the air conditioning is on and the outside temperature drops below a temperature which is too...

Страница 165: ...as necessary 9 Off Press this button to turn off the entire climate control system Outside air will still enter the vehicle and will be directed to the floor This direction can be changed by pressing the mode button The temperature can also be adjusted using either temperature knob Press the up or down arrows on the fan switch the defrost button the AUTO button or the air conditioning button to tu...

Страница 166: ... until the following occurs Vehicle speed is above 10 mph 16 kmh for 5 minutes Vehicle speed is above 32 mph 51 kmh for 2 and a half minutes The climate control system uses the information from these sensors to maintain your comfort setting by adjusting the outlet temperature fan speed and the air delivery mode The system may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun The rec...

Страница 167: ... let you know that the rear window defogger and heated mirrors if equipped are activated The rear window defogger will turn off about 10 minutes after the button is pressed If you need additional warming time press the button again W Mirror If your vehicle does not have a rear defogger and is equipped with heated mirrors your vehicle will have this button to activate them Notice Do not use a razor...

Страница 168: ...ghts and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they are working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indi...

Страница 169: ...r is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you have and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically United States version shown Canada similar 169 ...

Страница 170: ...will be displayed for up to 30 seconds or until the ignition is turned on See DIC Operation and Displays on page 186 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 trip odometer display to toggle between the trip odometer an...

Страница 171: ...ich shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the airbag sensors the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module and if equipped the passenger sensing system For more information on the airbag system see Airbag System on page 64 This light will c...

Страница 172: ...veral seconds as a system check Then after several more seconds the status indicator will light either ON or OFF or either the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the right front passenger s frontal airbag Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the ris...

Страница 173: ...s on when you have a rear facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger s seat it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger s frontal airbag A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or 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 in...

Страница 174: ...ay not have the protection of the frontal airbag See Airbag Readiness Light on page 171 Battery Warning Light If this light comes on when the engine is running there could be a problem with the charging system The battery display will also stay on while the key is in RUN until the engine is started If the light stays on after starting the engine it could indicate a problem with the generator drive...

Страница 175: ... a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended period This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle As engine speeds are increased this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power You can only drive for a short...

Страница 176: ...brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push or may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light...

Страница 177: ...If the regular brake system warning light is not on you still have brakes but you do not have ABS If the regular brake system warning light is also on you do not have ABS and there is a problem with your regular brakes In addition to both lights you will also hear a chime sound on the first occurrence of a problem and each time the vehicle is shut off and then restarted See Brake System Warning Li...

Страница 178: ...erature to fluctuate and approach the 250 F 122 C mark If the gage reaches the 260 F 125 C mark it indicates that the cooling system is working beyond its capacity See Engine Overheating on page 350 Transmission Temperature Gage Your vehicle may be equipped with a transmission temperature gage When your ignition is on the gage shows the temperature of the transmission fluid The normal operating ra...

Страница 179: ...ion continues to operate above 265 F 130 C contact your nearest dealer or the GM Roadside Assistance Center See Roadside Assistance Program on page 474 Notice If you drive your vehicle with the transmission temperature gage above normal operating range you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered by your warranty Do not drive your vehicle while the tr...

Страница 180: ... technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after awhile your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel syst...

Страница 181: ... as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing fol...

Страница 182: ...st equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to kno...

Страница 183: ...causing low oil pressure Check your oil as soon as possible See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 190 and Engine Oil on page 336 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 your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the...

Страница 184: ...ion Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 147 Tow Haul Mode Light This light is displayed when the Tow Haul mode has been activated For more information see Towing a Trailer on page 304 Cargo Lamp Light This light comes on when the cargo lamp is in use For more information see Cargo Lamp on page 158 184 ...

Страница 185: ...s 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 tank The gage goes back to empty when you turn off the ignition Low Fuel Warning Light The light next to the fuel gage will come on briefly whe...

Страница 186: ...ss the vehicle settings menu and customize the personal settings on your vehicle r Select Press this button to reset certain DIC functions and set your customization settings Pressing any of the four DIC buttons or the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge DIC messages and clear them from the DIC display DIC Operation and Displays The Driver Information Center DIC comes on when the ignition is...

Страница 187: ...tton for one second while in one of the trip modes This will reset the information for TRIP A or TRIP B You can also reset TRIP A or TRIP B while they are displayed by pressing the reset stem on the cluster If you press and hold the reset stem or the select button for four seconds the display will show the distance traveled since the last ignition cycle for TRIP A or TRIP B See Trip Odometer on pa...

Страница 188: ...economy data used to determine fuel range is an average of recent driving conditions As your driving conditions change this data is gradually updated Fuel range cannot be reset Fuel Used Press the fuel information button until FUEL USED appears on the display This mode shows the number of gallons or liters of fuel used since the last reset of this menu item To reset the fuel used information press...

Страница 189: ...n to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual See Engine Oil on page 336 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 449 Customization Button 4 Customization Press the customization button to access the VEHICLE SETTINGS menu and customize the settings to your vehicle See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 199 for more ...

Страница 190: ...essages will only make the messages disappear not correct the problem The following are the possible messages that can be displayed and some information about them BATTERY NOT CHARGING On some vehicles if the battery is not charging during operation this message will appear on the DIC Driving with this problem could drain the battery Have the electrical system checked by your dealer as soon as pos...

Страница 191: ...he vehicle is in motion You should buckle your safety belt If the driver remains unbuckled when the ignition is on and the vehicle is in motion the reminder will be repeated If the driver s safety belt is already buckled this message and chime will not come on This message is an additional reminder to the Safety Belt Reminder Light in the instrument panel cluster See Safety Belt Reminder Light on ...

Страница 192: ...gnition cycle when the oil needs to checked Once the problem is corrected pressing any of the four DIC buttons or the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display CHECK WASHER FLUID If the washer fluid level is low this message will appear on the DIC Adding washer fluid to the windshield washer reservoir will clear the message See Windshield Washer Fluid ...

Страница 193: ...ur If an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and or DIC stop the vehicle as soon as possible Do not increase the engine speed above normal idling speed See Engine Overheating on page 350 for more information If the engine cooling system reaches unsafe temperatures for operation this message will appear in the DIC and you will hear a chime Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon ...

Страница 194: ... acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display OIL LIFE RESET This message will appear on the display for about 10 seconds after resetting the change engine oil message See Engine Oil Life System under DIC Operation and Displays on page 186 and Engine Oil on page 336 for more information OIL PRESSURE LOW Notice If you drive your vehicle while the engine oil pressure is low severe engin...

Страница 195: ...d Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle s ability to accelerate If this message is on but there is no reduction in performance proceed to your destination The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while this message is on but acceleration and speed may be reduced Anytime this message stays on the vehicle should be taken to...

Страница 196: ...Readiness Light on page 171 and Airbag System on page 64 for more information Pressing any of the four DIC buttons or the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display SERVICE BRAKE BOOSTER CAUTION Your brake system may not be working properly if the SERVICE BRAKE BOOSTER message is displayed If the brake system warning light is also on you should have the...

Страница 197: ...essage will appear on the DIC Under certain conditions the battery warning light may also turn on in the instrument panel cluster See Battery Warning Light on page 174 The battery will not be charging at an optimal rate and the vehicle will lose the ability to enter the fuel economy mode The vehicle is safe to drive however you should have the electrical system checked by your dealer Pressing any ...

Страница 198: ... message will clear and the chime will stop when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level See Transmission Temperature Gage on page 178 TRANSMISSION HOT Notice If you drive your vehicle while the transmission fluid is overheating and the transmission temperature warning is displayed on the instrument panel cluster and or DIC you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that ...

Страница 199: ...he proper transmission maintenance intervals Also see Transmission Temperature Gage on page 178 for more information TURN SIGNAL ON If a turn signal is left on for 3 4 of a mile 1 2 km this message will appear on the display and you will hear a chime Move the turn signal multifunction lever to the off position Pressing any of the four DIC buttons or the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge th...

Страница 200: ...the vehicle speed is above 8 mph 13 km h for three seconds Choose one of the available options and press the customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature Unlock Doors Press the customization button until UNLOCK DOORS appears in the display To select your preference for automatic unlocking press the select button while UNLOCK DOORS is displayed ...

Страница 201: ...to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use You can temporarily override delayed locking by pressing the lock button on the door or keyless entry transmitter a second time Choose one of the available options and press the customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition Lock Feedb...

Страница 202: ...te keyless entry transmitter UNLOCK FEEDBACK HORN The horn will chirp the second time you press the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter UNLOCK FEEDBACK BOTH The parking lamps will flash each time you press the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter and the horn will chirp the second time you press the unlock button UNLOCK FEEDBACK OF...

Страница 203: ... unlock the vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter PERIMETER LIGHTS OFF The perimeter lights will not come on when you unlock the vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter Choose one of the available options and press the customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature Easy Exit Seat Press the customization button until EASY EXI...

Страница 204: ...le it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature For more information on tilt mirror in reverse see Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors on page 120 Alarm Warning Press the customization button until ALARM WARNING appears in the display To select your preference for alarm warning press the select button while ALARM WARNING is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button wi...

Страница 205: ...then display the information in the language you chose You can also scroll through the different languages by pressing and holding the trip reset stem for four seconds as long as you are in the odometer mode Display Units Press the customization button until DISPLAY UNITS appears in the display To select English or metric press the select button while DISPLAY UNITS is displayed on the DIC Pressing...

Страница 206: ...favorite radio stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Then when driving conditions permit you can tune to your favorite stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them CAUTION This system provides you with a far greater access to audio stations and song listings Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving can cause a crash and you or ...

Страница 207: ...ed it is very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added Notice The chime signals related to safety belts parking brake and other functions of your vehicle operate through the radio entertainment ...

Страница 208: ...Radio Data System RDS information press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time until RDS TIME appears on the display To accept this time press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time for another two seconds If the time is not available from the station NO UPDAT will appear on the display RDS time is broadcast once a minute After tuning to an RDS broadcast station it ma...

Страница 209: ...tion While the radio is tuned to an RDS station the station name or call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada XM offers a lar...

Страница 210: ...Name To change the default on the display press the INFO knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob until you hear a beep The selected display will now be the default AUTO VOL Automatic Volume If your vehicle is equipped with a Bose audio system it includes Bose AudioPilot noise compensation technology When turned on AudioPilot continuously adjusts the audio system equalization to ...

Страница 211: ...itch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped The display will show the selection TUNE Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press either the SEEK or the TYPE arrows to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there The radio will only seek stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band SCAN Press and hold either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for two seconds until S...

Страница 212: ... to select the equalization setting Once the equalization no longer appears on the display the equalization will be set for that preset station Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS or TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass or treble level If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble To adjust...

Страница 213: ...o can save separate AUTO EQ settings for each preset and source Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers To adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until ...

Страница 214: ... is not displayed go back to Step 1 5 Press either the TYPE or the SEEK arrows to exit program type select mode If the radio cannot find the desired program type NONE will appear on the display and the radio will return to the last station you were listening to SCAN Scan the stations within a PTY by performing the following 1 Press the TYPE button to activate program type select mode TYPE and the ...

Страница 215: ...s not apply for XM Satellite Radio Service Setting Preset PTYs RDS Only These buttons have factory PTY presets Up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons by performing the following steps 1 Press BAND to select FM1 or FM2 2 Press the TYPE button to activate program type select mode TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display 3 Turn the TYPE kn...

Страница 216: ...on symbol will disappear from the display until another new message is received The last message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button You can view the last message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to Radio Messages CAL ERR Calibration Error The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL ERR appears on the display it means that t...

Страница 217: ...open area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer as...

Страница 218: ...tive The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate the...

Страница 219: ...l or chrome tape is inserted If an error appears on the display see Cassette Tape Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous The tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous to work Press this pushbutton to go to the previous selection on the tape if the current selection has been playing for less than three seconds If pressed when the current selection ...

Страница 220: ...l continue moving forward or backward through the tape SEEK and a positive or negative number will appear on the display SCAN Press and hold either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep The radio will go to the next selection play for 10 seconds then go on to the next selection Press either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows again to s...

Страница 221: ...le to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of the Cassette Tape Player on page 247 If the cassette tape is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good cassette If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem CD Adapter ...

Страница 222: ...s and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner If playing a CD R the sound quality may be reduced due to CD R quality the method of recording the quality of the music that has been recorded and the way the CD R has been handled There may be an increase in skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur check the bottom surface of the CD ...

Страница 223: ...forward through the CD 3 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly reverse within a track Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at six times the normal playing speed Press and hold it for more than two seconds to reverse at 17 times the normal playing speed Release this pushbutton to play the passage ET and the elapsed time of the track will appear on the ...

Страница 224: ...sed time will appear on the display To change the default on the display track or elapsed time press the knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob for two seconds The radio will produce one beep and the selected display will now be the default BAND Press this button to listen to the radio when a cassette tape or CD is playing The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the r...

Страница 225: ... occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem Navigation Radio System Your vehicle may have a navigation radio system The navigation system has built in features intended to minimize driver distraction Technology alone no matter how advanced can never repl...

Страница 226: ... ON OFF control An indicator light will illuminate on the headphones when they are on If the light does not illuminate the batteries may need to be replaced See Battery Replacement following for more information Each set of headphones has a volume knob To adjust the volume adjust this knob The transmitters are located below the video display screen The headphones will shut off automatically if the...

Страница 227: ...ne set The headphone replacement foam ear pads can be ordered in pairs See your dealer for more information Battery Replacement To change the batteries do the following 1 Loosen the screw on the battery compartment door located on the left side of the headphone earpiece 2 Replace the two AAA batteries in the compartment Make sure that they are installed correctly using the diagram on the inside of...

Страница 228: ...een previously in the DVD player mode pressing the SRCE button on the faceplate or the remote control will switch the RSE system between the auxiliary device and the DVD player How to Change the Video Format when in the Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary input video format is preset to NTSC In some countries the video format may be in the PAL system To change the video format perform the following 1 Pre...

Страница 229: ...at audio system if equipped The RSE system may be selected as an audio source on the rear seat audio system if the RSE system power is on Refer to Rear Seat Audio RSA on page 239 for more information Video Screen The video screen is located in the overhead console To use the video screen push forward on the release latch and the screen will fold down Adjust the screen s position as desired When th...

Страница 230: ...by this DVD player DVD R and DVD RW media is supported if formatted as DVD Video DVD R and DVD RW media may or may not be supported by the DVD player The DVD player does not support DVD RAM DVD ROM and DVD Audio media An error message will appear on the display if this type of media is inserted into the DVD player When using the wired headphones not included if the front seat passengers play a CD ...

Страница 231: ...cursor around the DVD menu After making a selection press the enter button This button only operates when playing a DVD z Set up Menu Press this button to adjust the color tint brightness contrast display mode and dynamic range compression The dynamic range compression feature can be used to reduce loud audio and increase low audio produced by some DVDs To change a feature back to the factory defa...

Страница 232: ...back To stop playing a disc press and release the stop button on the DVD player faceplate or the remote control To resume playback press the play pause button on the DVD player faceplate or the remote control The movie should resume play from where it was last stopped if the disc has not been ejected and the stop button has not been pressed twice If the disc has been ejected or if the stop button ...

Страница 233: ...king the line of sight may also affect the function of the remote control Notice Storing the remote control in a hot area or in direct sunlight may damage it and the repairs will not be covered by your warranty Keep the remote control stored in a cool dry place To extend the life of the batteries the remote control does not have a press and hold feature Remote Control Buttons O Power Press this bu...

Страница 234: ...ying rewinding or fast forwarding a DVD or CD Press this button twice to return to the beginning of the DVD t Previous Track Chapter Press this button to return to the start of the current track or chapter Press this button again to return to the previous track or chapter This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews 1 through 0 Numeric Keypad The numer...

Страница 235: ...s button to turn on subtitles and to move through subtitle options when a DVD is playing The format and content of this function will vary for each disc Fast Forward Press this button to fast forward the DVD or CD To stop fast forwarding press this button again This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews s Play Pause Press this button to start play of...

Страница 236: ...he ignition might not be in on or accessory The parental control button might have been turned on The power indicator light will flash Disc will not play The system might be off The parental control button might have been turned on The power indicator light will flash The system might be in auxiliary mode The disc is upside down or is not compatible The picture does not fill the screen There are b...

Страница 237: ...dicator light will flash Problem Recommended Action After stopping the player I push Play but sometimes the DVD starts where I left off and sometimes at the beginning If the stop button was pressed one time the DVD player will resume playing where the DVD was stopped If the stop button was pressed two times the DVD player will begin to play from the beginning of the DVD The auxiliary source is run...

Страница 238: ...s The RSE is working correctly Use the wireless headphones or have the front seat passengers listen to another audio source DVD Messages The following errors may be displayed on the video screen Disc Format Error This message will be displayed if a disc is inserted upside down if the disc is not readable or if the format is not compatible with the DVD player Load Eject Error This message will be d...

Страница 239: ...ear Seat Audio RSA This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to any of the sources radio cassette tapes CDs or DVDs However the rear seat passengers can only control the sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to For example rear seat passengers may listen to and control cassette tapes CDs or DVDs through the headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the fr...

Страница 240: ...FM1 FM2 or AM press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio When a cassette tape is playing press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or the previous selection This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a cassette tape When a CD is playi...

Страница 241: ...gers are listening to a CD When a CD is playing in the six disc CD changer press this button to select the next CD if multiple CDs are loaded This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a CD CD Changer The CD changer plays up to six standard size CDs continuously Individual CDs may be loaded or ejected into or from any position An amber light on each numbered button ind...

Страница 242: ...the lowest numbered empty position 2 Load a single CD when the loading slot indicators turn green After about 10 seconds the changer will cycle to the next available position 3 Repeat Step 2 until all CDs are loaded into all of the desired positions If you do not wish to load all of the positions cancel loading by pressing and releasing the load button or wait 25 seconds for the changer to time ou...

Страница 243: ...g forward through the CD 3 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track Release it to play the passage The elapsed time of the track will appear on the display 4 FWD Forward Press and hold this pushbutton to advance quickly within a track Release it to play the passage The elapsed time of the track will appear on the display 5 X SIDE Press this pushbutton to select ...

Страница 244: ...pe and a CD in the CD changer if both are loaded CD Changer Errors CHK CD Check If this message appears on the display it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smoother the CD should play The CD is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wai...

Страница 245: ...t indicates that THEFTLOCK is armed With THEFTLOCK activated the radio will not operate if stolen Audio Steering Wheel Controls If your vehicle has this feature some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel They include the following g OnStar Mute If your vehicle has OnStar press this button to interact with the OnStar system See the OnStar System on page 122 in this manual for more in...

Страница 246: ...to fast forward or reverse Q VOLR Volume Press the up or the down arrow to increase or to decrease the volume Radio Reception You may experience frequency interference and static during normal radio reception if items such as cellphone chargers vehicle convenience accessories and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet If there is interference or static unplug the i...

Страница 247: ...treme heat If they are not they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player The tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use The radio may display CLN to indicate that the tape player has been used for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tap...

Страница 248: ...cut tape detection feature will be active again A non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head can be used This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After the ...

Страница 249: ... to the edge Do not touch the bottom side of a CD while handling it this could damage the surface Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of the CD and DVD Player 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 mechanism Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast ...

Страница 250: ... The radio is used to adjust the vehicle s chime level To change the volume level of the chime press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power off The volume level will change from the normal level to loud and LOUD will appear on the radio display To change back to the default or normal setting press and hold pushbutton 6 again The volume level will change from the loud level ...

Страница 251: ... in Rain and on Wet Roads 280 City Driving 284 Freeway Driving 285 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 286 Highway Hypnosis 287 Hill and Mountain Roads 288 Winter Driving 290 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 294 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 294 Recovery Hooks 295 Loading Your Vehicle 296 Truck Camper Loading Information 302 Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab 302 Towing 303 Towing You...

Страница 252: ... pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task makes proper defensive driving more difficult and...

Страница 253: ...ates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do Ho...

Страница 254: ... drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks The law in most U S states and throughout Canada sets the legal l...

Страница 255: ...t answer What if there is an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There is something else about drinking and driving that many people do not know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the b...

Страница 256: ...ke pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths of a second But that is only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in t...

Страница 257: ...d up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Adding non GM accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 324 Anti Lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle has the Anti Lock Brake System ABS an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine and begin to drive away ABS will chec...

Страница 258: ...eels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels ABS can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and con...

Страница 259: ...or disengage the front axle It is fully automatic and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Steering Tips It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happe...

Страница 260: ...gh 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 GM accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 324 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stop...

Страница 261: ...od reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are driving 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 vehicl...

Страница 262: ...he sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass wait for a better time Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and lines If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection delay your pass A broken center line usually indicates it is all right to pass providing the road ahea...

Страница 263: ...houlder and check the blind spot Check your vehicle s mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your vehicle s inside mirror activate the right lane change signal and move back into the right lane Remember that if your vehicle s passenger side outside m...

Страница 264: ...dled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you wi...

Страница 265: ... these is the terrain itself Off roading means you have left the great North American road system behind Traffic lanes are not marked Curves are not banked There are no road signs Surfaces can be slippery rough uphill or downhill In short you have gone right back to nature Off road driving involves some new skills And that is why it is very important that you read this guide You will find many dri...

Страница 266: ...er 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 ite...

Страница 267: ...ure all refuse is removed from any campsite before leaving Take extreme care with open fires where permitted camp stoves and lanterns Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other combustible materials that could catch fire from the heat of the vehicle s exhaust system Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to a remote area Know the terrain and plan your...

Страница 268: ...u have less time to react You have more vehicle bounce when you drive over obstacles You will need more distance for braking especially since you are on an unpaved surface CAUTION When you are driving off road bouncing and quick changes in direction can easily throw you out of position This could cause you to lose control and crash So whether you are driving on or off the road you and your passeng...

Страница 269: ...or other obstacles the wheels can leave the ground If this happens even with one or two wheels you cannot control the vehicle as well or at all Because you will be on an unpaved surface it is especially important to avoid sudden acceleration sudden turns or sudden braking In a way off road driving requires a different kind of alertness from driving on paved roads and highways There are no road sig...

Страница 270: ...re may be a smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top but you may not see this because the crest of the hill is hidden by bushes grass or shrubs Here are some things to consider as you approach a hill Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply steeper in...

Страница 271: ...traction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up 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 the headl...

Страница 272: ...u 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 Here are 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 shifting into NEUTRAL N to rev up the engine and regain forward momentum This will not work...

Страница 273: ...ooth Rough Slippery Hard packed dirt Gravel Are there hidden surface obstacles Ruts Logs Boulders What is at the bottom of the hill Is there a hidden creek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks If you decide you can go down a hill safely then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down and use a low gear This way engine drag can help the brakes and they will not have to do all the work De...

Страница 274: ...o PARK P and while still braking restart the engine 3 Shift back to a low gear release the parking brake and drive straight down 4 If the engine will not start get out and get help Driving Across an Incline Sooner or later an off road trail will probably go across the incline of a hill If this happens you have to decide whether to try to drive across the incline Here are some things to consider A ...

Страница 275: ... the trail goes across the incline does not mean you have to drive it The last vehicle to try it might have rolled over CAUTION Driving across an incline that is too steep will make your vehicle roll over You could be seriously injured or killed If you have any doubt about the steepness of the incline do not drive across it Find another route instead Q What if I am driving across an incline that i...

Страница 276: ...nd the vehicle starts to roll over you will be right in its path If you have to walk down the slope stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over CAUTION Getting out on the downhill low side of a vehicle stopped across an incline is dangerous If the vehicle rolls over you could be crushed or killed Always get out on the uphill high side of the vehicle and stay well clear of the r...

Страница 277: ... or sand dunes the 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 have difficulty accelerating And if you do get moving ...

Страница 278: ...n 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 CAUTION Driving through rushing water can be dangerous Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your passengers could drown If it is on...

Страница 279: ...ng Drive defensively Do not drink and drive Adjust the inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you Since you cannot see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your vehicle s headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the r...

Страница 280: ...lm caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly Remember that the headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as the headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be exam...

Страница 281: ...d shape and keep your windshield washer fluid reservoir filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They may not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle...

Страница 282: ... If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just is not a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water Notice If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing wa...

Страница 283: ...ld drown Do not ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your low beam headlamps not just your parking lamps to help make you more visible to others Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead a...

Страница 284: ...ity map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 285 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Страница 285: ...way as a passing lane At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often ...

Страница 286: ...osted Reduce your speed according to your speedometer not to your sense of motion After driving for any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you are ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you are not fresh such as after a day s work do not plan to make too many miles that first part of the jou...

Страница 287: ...t just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Do not let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second an...

Страница 288: ...oad Driving on page 265 for information about driving off road Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads CAUTION If you do not shift down your brakes could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift do...

Страница 289: ... go down a steep or long hill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be...

Страница 290: ...oth and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where the tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between the...

Страница 291: ...Brake System ABS improves your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have ABS you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock Brake System ABS on page 257 Allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that is covered with ice On an otherwise cl...

Страница 292: ...on help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you do not have blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to ke...

Страница 293: ... long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close t...

Страница 294: ...s well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting the transmission back and forth you can destroy the transmission For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 402 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out First turn the steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around the front wheels Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forwa...

Страница 295: ...f and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back Notice Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty Your vehicle has recovery hooks at the front of the vehicle You may need to use them if you are stuck off road and need to be pulled to some place where you can continue driving 295 ...

Страница 296: ...R or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the center pillar B pillar With the d...

Страница 297: ...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 298: ...pant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 5 750 lbs 136 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Example 1 Example 2 298 ...

Страница 299: ...ositions 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 your vehicle This is called Gross Veh...

Страница 300: ... bed of your truck could shift forward and come into the passenger area injuring you and others If you put things in the bed of your truck you should make sure they are properly secured CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change t...

Страница 301: ...nual See Loading Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving under Off Road Driving on page 265 Two Tiered Loading By positioning four 2 x 6 wooden planks across the width of the pickup box you can create an upper load platform The planks must be inserted in the pickup box depressions The length of the planks must allow for at least a 3 4 inch 2 cm bearing surface on each end of the plank When using this up...

Страница 302: ...cement kit for rail mounted add on equipment is recommended See your GM dealer Truck Camper Loading Information Your vehicle was neither designed nor intended to carry a slide in type camper Notice Adding a slide in camper or similar equipment to your vehicle can damage it and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not install a slide in camper or similar equipment on your vehicle Pi...

Страница 303: ...orhome The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground and dolly towing towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with any of its wheels on the ground If your vehicle must be towed see Towing Your Vehicle on page...

Страница 304: ...airs not covered by your warranty To pull a trailer correctly follow the advice in this part and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle To identify the trailering capacity of your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section Trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering ...

Страница 305: ... vehicle wear in at the heavier loads You can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often e g under heavy loads and or hilly conditions Three important considerations have to do with weight the weight of the trailer the weight of the trailer tongue and the weight on your vehicle s tires Tow Haul Mode T...

Страница 306: ...large or heavy load in stop and go traffic When pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load in busy parking lots where improved low speed control of the vehicle is desired Operating the vehicle in Tow Haul when lightly loaded or with no trailer at all will not cause damage However there is no benefit to the selection of Tow Haul when the vehicle is unloaded Such a selection when unloaded may ...

Страница 307: ...100 lbs 3 674 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck trailering is neither designed nor intended for this vehicle The Gross Combination Weight 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 You can ask your dealer for our trailering information ...

Страница 308: ...carry which will also reduce the trailer weight your vehicle can tow And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 296 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B up to ...

Страница 309: ...g 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 Gross C...

Страница 310: ...trailer would only be 7 800 lbs 3 538 kg You may go further and think you must limit tongue weight to less than 1 000 lbs 454 kg to avoid exceeding GVWR But you must still consider the effect on the rear axle Because your rear axle now weighs 3 100 lbs 1 406 kg you can only put 900 lbs 408 kg on the rear axle without exceeding RGAWR The effect of tongue weight is about 1 5 times the actual weight ...

Страница 311: ...limit before you apply the weight distribution spring bars Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Weight Distributing Hitches and Weight Carrying Hitches When using a weight distributing hitch the hitch must be adjusted so the distance A remains the same both before and after coup...

Страница 312: ...ust enough slack so you can turn with your rig Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 2 000 lbs 900 kg loaded then it needs its own brakes and they must be adequate Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly Your trailer brake system can tap into the vehic...

Страница 313: ...ued Do not use the climate control setting for maximum air because it only recirculates the air inside your vehicle See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 160 Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And alw...

Страница 314: ...ing 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 trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Ma...

Страница 315: ...hat they would get hot and no longer work well You can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often e g under heavy loads and or hilly conditions You may also want to activate the tow haul mode if the transmission shifts too often See Tow Haul Mode earlier in this section When towing at high altitude on...

Страница 316: ...ne place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and shift into PARK P 5 Release the regular brakes When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you start your engine shift into a gear an...

Страница 317: ...s 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 pickup is equipped with the eight wire trailer towing harness This harness with a seven pin universal heavy duty trailer connector is attached to a bracket on th...

Страница 318: ...roperly charge the battery If the trailer is too light for tow haul mode you can turn on the headlamps as a second way to boost the vehicle system voltage and charge the battery Electric Brake Control Jumper CAUTION Be sure to use only the correct trailer brake harness the one intended for use on your vehicle If you use some other trailer brake harness even if it seems to fit your trailer brakes m...

Страница 319: ...ommendations You must subtract your hitch loads from the CWR for your vehicle Weigh your vehicle with the trailer attached so that you won t go over the GVWR or GAWR If you are using a weight distributing hitch weigh the vehicle without the spring bars in place You ll get the best performance if you spread out the weight of your load the right way and if you choose the correct hitch and trailer br...

Страница 320: ... NOTES 320 ...

Страница 321: ...ngine Air Cleaner Filter 341 Automatic Transmission Fluid 343 Engine Coolant 347 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 350 Engine Overheating 350 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 353 Cooling System 354 Engine Fan Noise 359 Power Steering Fluid 360 Windshield Washer Fluid 361 Brakes 362 Battery 365 Jump Starting 366 All Wheel Drive 372 Rear Axle 373 Front Axle 374 Bulb Replacement 376 Halogen ...

Страница 322: ...ng the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 408 Secondary Latch System 415 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 418 Spare Tire 422 Appearance Care 423 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 423 Fabric Carpet 424 Leather 425 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 426 Wood Panels 426 Care of Safety Belts 426 Weatherstrips 427 Washing Your Vehicle 427 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 428 F...

Страница 323: ... System 435 Add On Electrical Equipment 435 Windshield Wiper Fuses 435 Power Windows and Other Power Options 435 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 436 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 436 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block 438 Underhood Fuse Block 439 Capacities and Specifications 444 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care 323 ...

Страница 324: ...and safety including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handling emissions systems aerodynamics durability and electronic systems like anti lock brakes traction control and stability control Some of these accessories may even cause malfunction or damage not covered by warranty GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your vehicle Your GM dealer ca...

Страница 325: ...do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused If you use the wrong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If you want...

Страница 326: ...nt Gasoline Gasoline Octane Use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or higher You may also use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher but your vehicle s acceleration may be slightly reduced and you may notice a slight audible knocking noise commonly referred to as spark knock If the octane is less than 87 you may notice a heavy knocking noise when you drive ...

Страница 327: ...mined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs may not be covered by your warranty Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add anything to your fuel Howe...

Страница 328: ...ane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT General Motors recommends against the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this occurs return to...

Страница 329: ...near fuel or refueling your vehicle 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 Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver s side of the vehicle If the vehicle has E85 fuel capability a ...

Страница 330: ... more effort to turn the fuel cap on the last turn as you tighten it Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can 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 180 The TIGHTEN FUEL CAP message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC if the fuel cap is...

Страница 331: ...urs To help avoid injury to you and others Dispense gasoline only into approved containers Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is c...

Страница 332: ... clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine 332 ...

Страница 333: ...side the vehicle to the lower left of the steering wheel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located near the center of the grille 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then pull down the hood and close it firmly 333 ...

Страница 334: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood on the VORTEC 6000 V8 engine here is what you will see 334 ...

Страница 335: ...age 336 F Automatic Transmission Dipstick See Checking the Fluid Level under Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 343 G Engine Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 354 H Remote Negative Terminal GND See Jump Starting on page 366 I Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 366 J Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 360 K Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid un...

Страница 336: ...ery time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop See Engine Compartment Overview on page 334 for the location of the engine oil dipstick 1 Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you do not do this the oil dipstick might not show the a...

Страница 337: ...see Capacities and Specifications on page 444 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 334 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 Pus...

Страница 338: ...tarburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container Notice Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and sho...

Страница 339: ...considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE ENGINE OIL message will come on Change your oil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles 1 000 km It is possible that if you are driving under the best conditions...

Страница 340: ...back on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure If it still does not reset see your dealer for service What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cle...

Страница 341: ...mile 83 000 km interval See Scheduled Maintenance on page 449 for more information If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter Vehicles With an Air Filter Restriction Indicator Locate the air filter restriction indicator on the engine air cleaner filter cover When the indicator turns black or is in the red o...

Страница 342: ...assenger s side of the vehicle 2 Loosen the screws on the cover of the housing and lift up the cover 3 Remove the engine air cleaner filter from the housing Care should be taken not to dislodge dirt in the air cleaner 4 Clean the engine air cleaner filter sealing surfaces and the housing 5 Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 6 Reinstall the cover and tighten the screws 342 ...

Страница 343: ...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 When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed in Additional Required Se...

Страница 344: ...e transmission to overheat Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C At high speed for quite a while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operat...

Страница 345: ... cold check you must check the fluid hot before adding fluid Checking the fluid hot will give you a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows 1 Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running 2 With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P 3 With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear r...

Страница 346: ...th a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the COLD area below the cross hatched area for a cold check or in the HOT or cross hatched area for a hot check Be sure to keep the dipstick pointed down to get an accurate reading 4 If the fluid level ...

Страница 347: ...by your warranty Always use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 460 After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid earlier in this section When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place Engine Coolant The c...

Страница 348: ...e covered by your warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOL coolant which will not damage aluminum parts If you use this coolant mixture you do not need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcoho...

Страница 349: ... of the engine coolant listed in this manual for the cooling system See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 460 for more information Checking Coolant The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 334 for more information on location CAUTION Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radi...

Страница 350: ...ure Cap Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured The coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the coolant surge tank See Engine Compartment Overview on page 334 for more information on location Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle s i...

Страница 351: ... the vehicles engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 353 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can...

Страница 352: ...ing a Trailer on page 304 If you get the ENGINE COOLANT HOT message with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 If your air conditioner is on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary 3 If you are in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D If you no longer have the overheat war...

Страница 353: ...to get service help right away Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode If an overheated engine condition exists and the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a loss in power and engine performance This operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe pla...

Страница 354: ...e hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface Check the coolant level after the system cools down Some amount of coolant may be lost due to overheating 354 ...

Страница 355: ...ric cooling fan should be running If it is not your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine If your vehicle is equipped with an engine driven cooling fan start the engine again and see if the fan speed increases when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it does not your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coola...

Страница 356: ...ding the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 347 for more information 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 little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant su...

Страница 357: ...L coolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pres...

Страница 358: ...ne and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated 358 ...

Страница 359: ...merely the cooling system functioning properly The fan will slow down when additional cooling is not required and the clutch disengages You may also hear this 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 360: ...luid do the following 1 Turn the key off and let the engine compartment 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 t...

Страница 361: ...hield washer fluid reservoir Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 334 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 a...

Страница 362: ... brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid ...

Страница 363: ...ound the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil i...

Страница 364: ...tions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications If you have rear drum brakes they do not ha...

Страница 365: ... new approved GM replacement parts If you do not your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you have come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your vehicle has a main...

Страница 366: ...Jump Starting If your vehicle s battery or batteries has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely CAUTION Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you do not fol...

Страница 367: ...the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put the automatic transmission in PARK P before setting the parking brake If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL Notice If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump s...

Страница 368: ... CAUTION An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to t...

Страница 369: ...e will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And do not connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehi...

Страница 370: ...other end of the negative cable to the remote negative terminal marked GND on the vehicle with the dead battery 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order electrical shorting...

Страница 371: ...oth 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 vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the positive remote terminal cover to its original position Jumper Cable R...

Страница 372: ...ne how often to check the lubricant See Scheduled Maintenance on page 449 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten the plug AWD Transfer Case A Fill Plug...

Страница 373: ... filled to reach a certain level When checking the fluid level on any axle variations in the 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 ...

Страница 374: ...ted on the rear axle Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level What to Use To determine what kind of lubricant to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 460 Front Axle When to Check 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 37...

Страница 375: ... lubricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 0 to 3 8 inch 9 5 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use To determine what kind of lubricant to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 460 375 ...

Страница 376: ... can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps To replace a headlamp bulb do the following 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 333 for more information 2 Remove the two pins on the top of the headlamp assembly To remove the outer pin turn outward and pull it straight up To remove the inner pin...

Страница 377: ...e electrical connector 8 Reinstall the headlamp assembly 9 Reinstall and tighten the two pins Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps A Sidemarker Lamp B Retainer Clip C Front Turn Signal Lamp D Daytime Running Lamp DRL To replace a front turn signal sidemarker or DRL bulb do the following 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 333 for more information 2 Remove the headlamp assemb...

Страница 378: ... the turn signal assembly 6 Remove the old bulb from the bulb socket 7 Install a new bulb into the bulb socket 8 Insert the bulb socket into the turn signal assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks 9 Reinstall the turn signal assembly back into the vehicle placing the hook and posts on the inner side into the alignment holes first then the outer side into the retainer bracket until you hear a...

Страница 379: ...ft off the lamp assembly A Cargo Lamp B Center High Mounted Stoplamp Bulb 2 Remove the back plate from the assembly by pressing the release tabs 3 Remove the CHMSL bulb by pulling the bulb straight out from the holder back plate Remove a cargo bulb by turning the socket counterclockwise and pulling the bulb straight out 379 ...

Страница 380: ...l it is tight before turning the socket counterclockwise 5 Reinstall the back plate into the lamp assembly 6 Reinstall the lamp assembly and tighten the screws Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps To replace a taillamp bulb do the following 1 Open the tailgate See Tailgate on page 92 for more information 2 Remove the two taillamp assembly screws near the tailgate latch 380 ...

Страница 381: ... if the vehicle has one and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp housing 5 Pull the old bulb straight out from the socket 6 Press a new bulb into the socket and turn the socket clockwise into the taillamp housing until it clicks 7 Reinstall the taillamp assembly 381 ...

Страница 382: ...he bulb straight as you pull it out 4 Install the new bulb 5 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the bulb socket Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back up Front and Rear Turn Signal Taillamp and Stoplamps 3157 Cargo Lamps and Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 912 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 4114K License Plate Lamp 168 Headlamps High Beam 9005 Low Beam 9005 or 9005 LL Long Life For rep...

Страница 383: ...emoved in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 462 To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly do the following 1 Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever B to disengage the hook and push the wiper arm A out of the blade C 3 Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm until you hear the release lever click ...

Страница 384: ... an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 296 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your vehicle s tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 393 Overinflat...

Страница 385: ...ional information Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into the sidewall The following illustrations are examples of a typical P Metric and a LT Metric tire sidewall A Tire Size The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service description See the Tire Size illustration l...

Страница 386: ...he 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 may have the date of manufacture E Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread F Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance facto...

Страница 387: ...ation code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C Dual Tire Maximum Load Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used in a dual configuration For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 393 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 296 D DOT Department of Transpor...

Страница 388: ...le Tire Maximum Load Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used as a single For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 393 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 296 Tire Size The following examples show the different parts of a tire size A Passenger P Metric Tire The United States version of a metric tire sizing ...

Страница 389: ...of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description The service description indicates the load range and speed rating of a tire The load index can range from 1 to 279 Speed ratings range from A to Z Tire...

Страница 390: ...ent including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant but without passengers and cargo DOT Markings A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation DOT motor vehicle safety standards The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number TIN an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer prod...

Страница 391: ...tion Designated seating positions Outward Facing Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehicle The side of the tire that contains a whitewall bears white lettering or bears manufacturer brand and or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire u...

Страница 392: ...or 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 399 Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg plus the rated cargo load See Loading Your Vehicle on page 296 Vehicle Maximum ...

Страница 393: ...Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar below the driver s door lock post striker This label lists your vehicle s original equipment tires and their recommended cold tire inflation pressures 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 a...

Страница 394: ...nflation pressure is low add air until you reach the recommended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Recheck the tire pressure 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 Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5 000 to 8 000 ...

Страница 395: ...cle on page 296 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 393 for more information Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 444 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove an...

Страница 396: ...ires for your vehicle The original equipment tires installed on your vehicle when it was new were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC spec system rating If you need replacement tires GM strongly recommends that you get tires with the same TPC Spec rating This way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give the same performance and vehi...

Страница 397: ...e this spare was developed for use on your vehicle it will not affect vehicle handling CAUTION If you use bias ply tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle If you must replace your vehicle s tires with those that do not have a TPC Spe...

Страница 398: ...d electronic stability control the performance of these systems can be affected CAUTION If you add different sized wheels your vehicle may not provide an acceptable level of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected You may increase the chance that you will crash and suffer serious injury Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for your vehicle and...

Страница 399: ... 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 400: ...the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory...

Страница 401: ...them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others...

Страница 402: ... can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To help avoid damage ...

Страница 403: ...id and may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous...

Страница 404: ... from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle To be even more certain the vehicle will not move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued from the one being changed That would be the tir...

Страница 405: ...rew cab models pull up the second row seat with the loop at the base of the seat cushion to access the tools 2 Turn the knob on the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head to release the jack from its holder 3 Remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer by turning the wing nut counterclockwise 4 Remove the wing nut used to retain the storage bag and tools by turning it counterclockwi...

Страница 406: ... 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 lock if equipped with a spare tire lock J To remove the spare tire lock insert the key turn and pull straight out 2 Assemble the wheel wrench H and the two jack handle extensions I as shown 406 ...

Страница 407: ...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 415 5 Use the wheel wrench hook which allows you to pull the hoist cable towards you to assist in reaching the spare tire 6 Tilt the retainer D at the end of the cable C ...

Страница 408: ... include the jack A the wheel blocks B the jack handle C the jack handle extensions D and the wheel wrench E 1 If your vehicle has wheel nut caps loosen them by turning the wheel wrench 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 entire center cap 408 ...

Страница 409: ... smooth center cap place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry it out 2 Use the wheel wrench and turn it counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts Do not remove the wheel nuts yet 409 ...

Страница 410: ...ont of your vehicle lower the snow plow fully before raising the vehicle CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is 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 a...

Страница 411: ...curely between the grooves that are on the jack head 5 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well Front Position All Models Rear Position All Models 411 ...

Страница 412: ... or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 8 Install the spare tire CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 9 Put the wheel nuts back on with th...

Страница 413: ...11 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Lower the jack completely Front Position All Models Rear Position 413 ...

Страница 414: ...rs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 444 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 hub cap depending ...

Страница 415: ...structions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed next To release the spare tire from the secondary latch do the following 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 turnin...

Страница 416: ...roximately 6 inches 15 cm of cable is exposed 6 Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest ends with the backs facing each other 7 Place the bottom edge of the jack A on the wheel 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 towards the front of the rear bumper 416 ...

Страница 417: ...able 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 either side of you as you pull the jack out from under the spare 13 Disconnect the jack handle from the jack Carefully remove the jack from underneath the vehicle 14 Use one hand to push against the spare while firml...

Страница 418: ... the flat tire see Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire on page 408 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Notice Storing an aluminum wheel with a flat tire under your v...

Страница 419: ...eel Retainer E Hoist 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 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear 2 Tilt the retainer D downward and through the wheel opening Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 419 ...

Страница 420: ...ts to the hoist shaft E The ribbed square end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire 5 Raise the tire part way upward Make sure the retainer D is seated in the wheel opening 6 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice You cannot overtighten the cable 420 ...

Страница 421: ... Reinstall the spare tire lock if equipped To store the jack and jack tools do the following A Wing Nut B Wheel Blocks C Retaining Bracket and Wing Nut D Wheel Wrench and Extensions E Tool Bag F Mounting Bracket G Jack H Retaining Hook 1 Put the tools D in the tool bag E and place them in the retaining bracket C 2 Tighten down the wing nut C 421 ...

Страница 422: ... and Tools on page 418 Your vehicle may have a different size spare tire than the road tires originally installed on your vehicle This spare tire was developed for use on your vehicle so it is all right to drive on it If your vehicle has four wheel drive and the different size spare tire is installed keep the vehicle in two wheel drive Notice If your vehicle has four wheel drive and the different ...

Страница 423: ...are because newspapers and garments that transfer color to your home furnishings may also transfer color to your vehicle s interior When cleaning your vehicle s interior only use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended Use glass cleaner only on glass Remove any accidental over spray f...

Страница 424: ...much soap will leave a residue that leaves streaks and attracts dirt For liquid cleaners about 20 drops per gallon 3 78 L of water is a good guide Do not heavily saturate your upholstery while cleaning Damage to your vehicle s interior may result from the use of many organic solvents such as naptha alcohol etc Fabric Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dus...

Страница 425: ...area gives any impression that a ring formation may result clean the entire surface After the cleaning process has been completed a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture from the fabric or carpet Leather A soft cloth dampened with water may 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 ...

Страница 426: ...ining organic solvents to clean your vehicle s interior because they can 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 Wood Panels Use a clean cloth moiste...

Страница 427: ... cold water Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely GM approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 433 Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abra...

Страница 428: ...at paint finish Notice Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may damage it Use only non abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish on your vehicle Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your...

Страница 429: ...dshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with a glass cleaning liquid or powder and water solution The windshield is clean if beads do not form when it is rinsed with water Grime from the windshield will stick t...

Страница 430: ... or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice Using chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Use chrome polish on chrome wheels only Use chrome polish only on chrome plated wheels but avoid any painted surface of the wheel and buff off immediately after ...

Страница 431: ...ody repair shop applies anti corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense Minor...

Страница 432: ...e frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on the vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ring shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the p...

Страница 433: ...me wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one step No wiping necessary Wash Wax Concentrate Me...

Страница 434: ...s labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You will find this label on the inside of the glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the follo...

Страница 435: ...em Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 78 Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and not snow etc be sure to get it fi...

Страница 436: ...n t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block access door is on the driver s side edge of the instrument panel Pull off the cover to access the fuse blo...

Страница 437: ... Relay Power Door Lock Relay Lock Function HVAC 1 Climate Control System LT DR Driver s Door Harness Connection CRUISE Cruise Control Power Take Off PTO UNLCK Relay Power Door Lock Relay Unlock Function RR FOG LP Not Used BRAKE Anti Lock Brake System DRIVER UNLCK Power Door Lock Relay Driver s Door Unlock Function IGN 0 TCM TBC IGN 0 Truck Body Controller VEH CHMSL Vehicle and Trailer High Mounted...

Страница 438: ...M Tire Pressure Monitoring System If Equipped TBC 2C Truck Body Controller HAZRD Flasher Module CB LT DRS Left Power Windows Circuit Breaker TBC 2B Truck Body Controller TBC 2A Truck Body Controller Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block The center instrument panel fuse block is located underneath the instrument panel to the left of the steering column Device Usage SEO Special Equipment Option TRAILER...

Страница 439: ...t Breaker SPARE Not Used INFO Infotainment Harness Connection Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle near the battery Lift the cover for access to the fuse relay block To remove fuses hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out See Engine Compartment Overview on page 334 for more information...

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Страница 441: ...eats Right Doors BLWR Front Climate Control Fan Fuses Usage LBEC Left Bussed Electrical Center Door Modules Door Locks Auxiliary Power Outlet Rear Cargo Area and Instrument Panel STUD 2 Accessory Power Trailer Wiring Brake Feed ABS Anti lock Brakes VSES ECAS Vehicle Stability IGN A Ignition Power IGN B Ignition Power LBEC 1 Left Bussed Electrical Center Left Doors Truck Body Controller Flasher Mod...

Страница 442: ...g Lamps Sidemarker Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps Relay SEO IGN Rear Defog Relay Fuses Usage TBC IGN1 Truck Body Controller Ignition HI HDLP LT High Beam Headlamp Left LH HID Not Used DRL Daytime Running Lamps RVC Regulated Voltage Control IPC DIC Instrument Panel Cluster Driver Information Center HVAC ECAS Climate Control Controller CIG LTR Cigarette Lighter HI HDLP RT High Beam Headlamp Right H...

Страница 443: ...C All Wheel Drive Module SBA Supplemental Brake Assist Auxiliary Electric Cooling Fan Fuse Block The auxiliary electric cooling fan fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle next to the underhood fuse block Lift the cover for access to the fuse relay block Fuses Usage COOL FAN Cooling Fan COOL FAN Cooling Fan Relay Fuse COOL FAN Cooling Fan Fuse Relays Usa...

Страница 444: ...e hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System Engine Driven Fan 16 2 quarts 15 3 L Electric Engine Cooling Fan 16 6 quarts 15 7 L Engine Oil with Filter 6 0 quarts 5 7 L Fuel Tank 26 0 gallons 98 4 L Transmission Fluid 5 0 qt 4 7 L Transfer Case Fluid 2 0 qt 1 9 L Wheel Nut Torque 140 ft lb 190 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as re...

Страница 445: ...uled Maintenance 449 Additional Required Services 452 Maintenance Footnotes 453 Owner Checks and Services 456 At Each Fuel Fill 456 At Least Once a Month 457 At Least Once a Year 457 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 460 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 462 Engine Drive Belt Routing 463 Maintenance Record 464 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 445 ...

Страница 446: ...ties See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details Maintenance Requirements Notice Maintenance intervals checks inspections replacement parts and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty 446 ...

Страница 447: ... Using the Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition But we do not know exactly how you will drive it You may drive very short distances only a few times a week Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot dusty weather You may use your vehicle in making deliveries Or you may drive it to work to do errands or in many other wa...

Страница 448: ...n page 453 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 GM Goodwrench dealer to have a qualified technician do the work See Doing Your Own Service Work on...

Страница 449: ...l necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle We recommend the use of genuine GM parts Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on it means that service is required for your vehicle Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 600 miles 1 000 km It is possible that if you are driving under the best conditions the engine oil life ...

Страница 450: ...Maintenance I and Maintenance II Generally it is recommended that your first service be Maintenance I your second service be Maintenance II and that you alternate Maintenance I and Maintenance II thereafter However in some cases Maintenance II may be required more often Maintenance I Use Maintenance I if the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on within 10 months since the vehicle was purchased o...

Страница 451: ...lation pressures and wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 394 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 457 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services on page 452 Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect e...

Страница 452: ... 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Vehicles without a filter restriction indicator Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 341 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter severe service See footnote h Change automatic transmission fluid and filter normal service Change transfer case flui...

Страница 453: ...es The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubric...

Страница 454: ...des that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield e Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Have any torn or frayed safety belts ...

Страница 455: ...ave your dealer perform this service See Engine Coolant on page 347 for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and filler neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap j A fluid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired and the fluid level checked Add fluid if needed k If you drive regularly under dusty conditions i...

Страница 456: ...rtant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 336 for further details Notice It is important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level Failure to keep your engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to your engine not covered by your warranty Engine Coolan...

Страница 457: ...f necessary rotate the tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 394 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake on page 109 ...

Страница 458: ...f the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition to RUN but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to LOCK in ea...

Страница 459: ...ke set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact yo...

Страница 460: ...oolant See Engine Coolant on page 347 Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Usage Fluid Lubricant Windshield Washer GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Automatic Transmission DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Par...

Страница 461: ...lube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 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 Usage Fluid Lubricant Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Hinges Latch Bolt and Linkage Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherst...

Страница 462: ...ow by name part number or specification can be obtained from your GM dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 25313349 A1518C Oil Filter 89017524 PF48 Spark Plugs 12571164 41 985 Windshield Wiper Blades 22 0 inches 56 0 cm 15153642 462 ...

Страница 463: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing A Air Conditioning Compressor 463 ...

Страница 464: ...vices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 446 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 456 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 464 ...

Страница 465: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 465 ...

Страница 466: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 466 ...

Страница 467: ...Roadside Assistance Program 474 Courtesy Transportation 477 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 480 Collision Damage Repair 481 Reporting Safety Defects 486 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 486 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 486 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 486 Service Publications Ordering Information 487 Section 7 Customer A...

Страница 468: ...the owner of the dealership or the general manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help in the U S contact the GMC Consumer Relations Manager by calling 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 Customer Assistance prompt In Canada contact General Motors of Canada Customer Communication by calling 1 800...

Страница 469: ...icle Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filling out a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB Auto Line...

Страница 470: ... entire dispute settlement process from the time you file your complaint to the final decision should be completed in approximately 70 days We believe our impartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free 1 800 207 0...

Страница 471: ...mation 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 D...

Страница 472: ...letter should be addressed to United States GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 www GMC com 1 800 GMC 8782 462 8782 1 800 GMC 8583 462 8583 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 GMC 8782 462 8782 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Numb...

Страница 473: ...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 GM Mobility As...

Страница 474: ... Canada during the Base Warranty coverage period of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty up to a maximum coverage of 100 Fuel Delivery Delivery of enough fuel for the customer to get to the nearest service station approximately 5 in the U S and 10 litres in Canada Service to provide diesel may be restricted For safety reasons propane and other alternative fuels will not be provided through this servic...

Страница 475: ... provide you with specific information regarding this feature Trip Interruption Expense Benefits Your Roadside Assistance Representative can provide you with specific information regarding this feature Additional Services for Canadian Customers Trip Routing Service Upon Request Roadside Assistance will send you detailed computer personalized maps highlighting your choice of either the most direct ...

Страница 476: ...ce 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 are covered under GMC s Bumper to Bumper warranty However when other services are utilized our Roadside Assistance Representatives will explain any payment obligations you might incur For p...

Страница 477: ...vincial or Federal law and mounting dismounting or changing of snow tires chains or other traction devices Courtesy Transportation To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles For warranty repairs during the Bumper to Bumper U S or Base Warranty Coverage period Canada provided by the New...

Страница 478: ... repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait GM helps to minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options Depending on the circumstances your dealer can offer you one of the following Shuttle Service Shuttle service is the preferred means of offering Courtesy Transportation and participating deale...

Страница 479: ...Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes levies usage fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information All program options such as sh...

Страница 480: ...e SDM in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated such as data related to engine speed brake application throttle position vehicle speed safety belt usage airbag readiness airbag performance and the severity of a collision This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future ...

Страница 481: ... information on its operations and data collection Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged have the damage repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts Poorly performed collision repairs will diminish your vehicle s resale value and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions Collision Pa...

Страница 482: ... failure related to such parts are not covered by that warranty Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs Your GM dealer may have a collision repair center with GM trained technicians and state of the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM trained technicians and c...

Страница 483: ...ove your vehicle only if its position puts you in danger or you are instructed to move it by a police officer Give only the necessary and requested information to police and other parties involved in the accident Do not discuss your personal condition mental frame of mind or anything unrelated to the accident This will help guard against post accident legal action If you need roadside assistance c...

Страница 484: ...headquarters the next day and you can get a copy of the report for a nominal fee In some states provinces with no fault insurance laws a report may not be necessary This is especially true if there are no injuries and both vehicles are driveable Choose a reputable collision repair facility for your vehicle Whether you select a GM dealer or a private collision repair facility to fix the damage make...

Страница 485: ... you must live with the repair Depending on your policy limits your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts Discuss this with your repair professional and insist on Genuine GM parts Remember if your vehicle is leased you may be obligated to have the vehicle repaired with Genuine GM parts even if your insurance coverage does not pay the full cost If another party s ...

Страница 486: ... 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 Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada i...

Страница 487: ...anual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures adjustments and specifications for GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give 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 In Canada the servic...

Страница 488: ...l Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at www helminc com Or you can write to Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detro...

Страница 489: ...bag Inflates 71 When Should an Airbag Inflate 69 Where Are the Airbags 67 All Wheel Drive 372 All Wheel Drive AWD System 259 Antenna Fixed Mast 249 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 250 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 257 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 177 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 430 Care of Safety Belts 426 Chemical Paint Spotting 432 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lens...

Страница 490: ...tenna System 250 Automatic Headlamp System 154 Automatic Transmission Fluid 343 Operation 105 B Battery 365 Run Down Protection 158 Battery Warning Light 174 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 286 Brake Anti Lock Brake System ABS 257 Emergencies 259 Parking 109 System Warning Light 176 Brakes 362 Braking 256 Braking in Emergencies 259 Break In New Vehicle 99 Bulb Replacement 376 Center High Mounted Sto...

Страница 491: ... Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems 45 Infants and Young Children 41 Child Restraints cont Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 51 Older Children 38 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 58 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 60 Where to Put the Restraint 50 Chime Level Adjustment 250 Cigarette Lighter 159 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 430 E...

Страница 492: ... Procedure 468 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 473 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 486 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 486 Customer Assistance Information cont Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 486 Roadside Assistance Program 474 Service Publications Ordering Information 487 D Daytime Running Lamps 153 Defensive Driving 252 Delayed Locking 92...

Страница 493: ...rcuit Breakers 436 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 436 Electrical System cont Power Windows and Other Power Options 435 Underhood Fuse Block 439 Windshield Wiper Fuses 435 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 341 Battery 365 Check and Service Engine Soon Light 180 Coolant 347 Coolant Heater 103 Coolant Temperature Gage 178 Drive Belt Routing 463 Engine Compartment Overview 334 Exhaust 113 Fan Noise 359 Oil 336 O...

Страница 494: ...Container 331 Filling Your Tank 329 Fuels in Foreign Countries 328 Gage 185 Gasoline Octane 326 Fuel cont Gasoline Specifications 326 Low Warning Light 185 Fuses Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block 438 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 436 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 436 Underhood Fuse Block 439 Windshield Wiper 435 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature 178 Fuel 185 Oil Pressure 183 Speedometer 170 Tachometer...

Страница 495: ...160 Highbeam On Light 184 Highway Hypnosis 287 Hill and Mountain Roads 288 Hood Checking Things Under 332 Release 333 Horn 144 How to Use This Manual 4 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 22 I Ignition Positions 100 Infants and Young Children Restraints 41 Inflation Tire Pressure 393 Instrument Panel Overview 142 Instrument Panel I P Brightness 156 Cluster 169 J Jump Starting 366 K Keyless Entry Sys...

Страница 496: ...71 Security 183 Tow Haul Mode 184 Lighting Entry 157 Exit 157 Loading Your Vehicle 296 Locks Delayed Locking 92 Door 90 Power Door 91 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 92 Loss of Control 264 Low Fuel Warning Light 185 Lumbar Power Controls 9 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services 452 At Each Fuel Fill 456 At Least Once a Month 457 At Least Once a Year 457 Introduction 446 Maintenance ...

Страница 497: ...com 471 N Navigation Radio System see Navigation Manual 225 New Vehicle Break In 99 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 462 O Odometer 170 Odometer Trip 170 Off Road Driving 265 Off Road Recovery 261 Oil Engine 336 Pressure Gage 183 Oil Engine Oil Life System 339 Older Children Restraints 38 Online Owner Center 471 OnStar System see OnStar Manual 122 Other Warning Devices 144 Outlet Adjustment 16...

Страница 498: ...oor Locks 92 Puddle Lamps 155 Q Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 21 R Radios 206 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 247 Care of Your CD and DVD Player 249 Care of Your CDs and DVDs 249 CD Changer 241 Navigation Radio System see Navigation Manual 225 Radio with Cassette and CD 208 Rear Seat Audio 239 Setting the Time 208 Theft Deterrent 245 Understanding Reception 246 Rear Axle 373 Rear Safe...

Страница 499: ...t Front Passenger Position Safety Belts 32 Roadside Assistance Program 474 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 294 Routing Engine Drive Belt 463 Running the Engine While Parked 114 S Safety Belt Reminder Light 171 Safety Belts Care of 426 Driver Position 22 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 22 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 21 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 35 Rear Seat Passengers 32 Rig...

Страница 500: ... P 110 Shifting Out of Park P 112 Signals Turn and Lane Change 146 Sliding Rear Windows 96 Spare Tire 422 Installing 408 Removing 405 Storing 418 Specifications Capacities 444 Speedometer 170 Starting Your Engine 102 Steering 259 Steering Wheel Controls Audio 245 Steering Wheel Tilt Wheel 144 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area 136 Cupholder s 136 Glove Box 136 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Страница 501: ...y and Definitions 389 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 399 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 400 Wheel Replacement 401 When It Is Time for New Tires 396 Tonneau Cover 136 Tow Haul Mode 108 Tow Haul Mode Light 184 Towing Recreational Vehicle 303 Towing a Trailer 304 Your Vehicle 303 Trailer Recommendations 319 Transmission Fluid Automatic 343 Temperature Gage 178 Transmission Operation Automatic 105 Tri...

Страница 502: ...Indicators 168 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages 190 Hazard Warning Flashers 144 Other Warning Devices 144 Safety and Symbols 4 Vehicle Damage 5 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 400 Different Size 398 Replacement 401 Where to Put the Restraint 50 Windows 94 Power 95 Sliding Rear 96 Windshield Washer 148 Washer Fluid 361 Wiper Blade Replacement 383 Wiper Blades Cleaning 429 Wiper Fuses 435 Wipers...

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