Page 1 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ......1-1 Driving Your Vehicle ........4-1 Front Seats ..........1-2 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 Rear Seats ..........1-7 Towing ........... 4-58 Safety Belts ..........1-9 Service and Appearance Care ......
Page 2: Canadian Owners
GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, How to Use This Manual CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and the name AVALANCHE are registered trademarks of Many people read the owner manual from beginning to General Motors Corporation. end when they ﬁrst receive their new vehicle. If this...
Page 3 Safety Warnings and Symbols You will also ﬁnd a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety There are a number of safety cautions in this book. We symbol means “Do Not,” use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things “Do Not do this”...
Page 4: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this manual you will ﬁnd these notices: The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with Notice: These mean there is something that could the text describing the operation or information damage your vehicle.
Page 5 These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:...
Page 6 NOTES...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............1-2 Top Strap ............1-40 Manual Passenger Seat ........1-2 Top Strap Anchor Location ......1-41 Power Seats ..........1-2 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Power Lumbar ..........1-3 Children (LATCH System) ......1-42 Heated Seats ..........1-4 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Reclining Seatbacks ........1-5 LATCH System .........1-44...
Page 8: Front Seats
Front Seats Power Seats Manual Passenger Seat If your vehicle has power seat(s), the controls are located on the outboard edge of the front seats. If your vehicle has a manual front passenger split bench seat, you can adjust it with this lever located at the front of the seat.
Page 9: Power Lumbar
Power Lumbar Horizontal Control: This control adjusts the seat cushion. • Raise or lower the front of the seat by raising or If your vehicle has power lowering the forward edge of the control. Raise or lumbar adjustment, you lower the rear of the seat by raising or lowering the can use it to increase rear edge of the control.
Page 10: Heated Seats
Heated Seats You can also reshape the back wing area of the lower seatback. • To increase support in the wing area of the lower Your vehicle may have seatback, press and hold the top of the control. heated front seats. The Let go of the control when the lower seatback buttons used to control this reaches the desired level of support.
Page 11: Reclining Seatbacks
Reclining Seatbacks To heat the entire seat, press the horizontal button with the heated seat symbol. Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings of high, medium and low and to turn the heated seat off. Indicator lights will glow to designate the level of heat selected, three for high, two for medium, and one for low.
Page 12 CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
Page 13: Head Restraints
Head Restraints Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation The rear seat is a 60/40 split rear seat that can be folded to give you more cargo space and access to the folding midgate. See Midgate on page 2-11 for more information on operation of the folding midgate. To fold either side of the seat do the following: 1.
Page 14 CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not 3.
Page 15 Safety Belts CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo This part of the manual tells you how to use safety area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a belts properly. It also tells you some things you should collision, people riding in these areas are more not do with safety belts.
Page 16: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person would not When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of it goes.
Page 17 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 1-11...
Page 18 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-12...
Page 19: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I am wearing a safety belt? You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are upside down.
Page 20: Driver Position
Driver Position If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? Lap-Shoulder Belt You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in an The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here is how to wear accident —...
Page 21 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-28. 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.
Page 22 What is wrong with this? 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. The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 23 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You 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.
Page 24 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured 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.
Page 25 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be 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.
Page 26 What wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to ﬁx it.
Page 27: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way.
Page 28: Right Front Passenger Position
Right Front Passenger Position Center Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safety Lap Belt belt properly, see Driver Position on page 1-14. If your vehicle has a front bench seat, someone can sit The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same in the center position.
Page 29: Rear Seat Passengers
Rear Seat Passengers It 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.
Page 30 Lap-Shoulder Belt If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-28. All rear seat positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here is Make sure the release button on the buckle is how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 31 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. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 32: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 33 2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. The guide must be on top of the belt. 1-27...
Page 34: Safety Belt Extender
4. Buckle, position, and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-23. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides.
Page 35: Safety Belts
Child Restraints What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a Older Children lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should ﬁt snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 36 What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position, move the child toward the center of the vehicle. If the child is sitting in the center position, move the child toward the safety belt buckle.
Page 37: Infants And Young Children
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. Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children.
Page 38 CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby 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.
Page 39 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them.
Page 40 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? CAUTION: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Newborn infants need complete support, Selection of a particular restraint should take including support for the head and neck. This into consideration not only the child’s weight, height, is necessary because a newborn infant’s neck and age but also whether or not the restraint will...
Page 41: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 42 A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for seating surface against the back of the infant. The the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields.
Page 43 How do child restraints work? A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint 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.
Page 44: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor Accident statistics show that children are safer if they vehicle safety standards.
Page 45 CAUTION: CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be A child in a child restraint in the center front seriously injured or killed if the right front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right passenger’s airbag inﬂates. This is because front passenger’s airbag if it inﬂates.
Page 46: Top Strap
Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap-equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored.
Page 47: Top Strap Anchor Location
Top Strap Anchor Location If you have an adjustable head restraint, route the top strap under it. CAUTION: Each top tether bracket is designed to anchor only one child restraint. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single bracket could cause the anchor to come loose or even break during a crash.
Page 48: Lower Anchorages And Top Tethers For Children (Latch System)
Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger’s position if a national or local law requires that the top strap be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored.
Page 49 CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points, the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH-type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the restraint, following the...
Page 50: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Securing a Child Restraint Designed Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear for the LATCH System Seat Position 1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seating If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH position you want to use, where the bottom of the system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for seatback meets the back of the seat cushion.
Page 51 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-45...
Page 52: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position Do not use child restraints in this position. The restraints will not work properly. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger airbag. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint.
Page 53 A label on your sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing If you need to secure a forward-facing child restraint in child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the the right front seat position, move the seat as far rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys.
Page 54 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.
Page 55 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, the retractor to set the lock. pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Page 56: Airbag System
Airbag System 8. If your vehicle has the passenger sensing system and the airbag is off, the off indicator will be lit and stay lit in the inside rearview mirror when the Your vehicle has airbags — a frontal airbag for the key is turned to RUN or START.
Page 57 But these airbags must inﬂate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations. CAUTION: (Continued) Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: rollover, rear or low-speed frontal crashes, or in many side crashes. And, for some unrestrained occupants, frontal airbags may CAUTION: provide less protection in frontal crashes than...
Page 58 CAUTION: CAUTION: Both frontal and side impact airbags inﬂate with Anyone who is up against, or very close to, great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously are too close to an inﬂating airbag, as you injured or killed.
Page 59: Where Are The Airbags
Where Are the Airbags? There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-31 for more information.
Page 60 The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in the If your vehicle has one, the driver’s side impact airbag instrument panel on the passenger’s side. is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. 1-54...
Page 61 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag 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...
Page 62: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? 20 to 30 mph (32 to 48 km/h). (The threshold level can vary, however, with speciﬁc vehicle design, so that it can be somewhat above or below this range.) The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal Airbags may inﬂate at different crash speeds.
Page 63: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? Your vehicle may or may not have a side impact airbag. See Airbag System on page 1-50. Side impact airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe side In an impact of sufficient severity, the airbag sensing crashes.
Page 64: How Does An Airbag Restrain
How Does an Airbag Restrain? What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or After the airbag inﬂates, it quickly deﬂates, so quickly the instrument panel.
Page 65 modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace CAUTION: other parts. • Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and When an airbag inﬂates, there is dust in the diagnostic module which records information after air.
Page 66: Passenger Sensing System
Passenger Sensing System If your rearview mirror has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, your vehicle has a passenger sensing system. The indicator will be visible when you turn your ignition key to START or RUN. The words ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off, will be visible on the rearview mirror during the system check.
Page 67 Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off rear-facing child restraint. A label on your sun visor says, the right front passenger’s frontal airbag if: “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This •...
Page 68 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the If a person of adult-size is sitting in the right front vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, check to make passenger’s seat, but the off indicator is lit, it could be sure that the vehicle’s seatback is not pressing the child because that person is not sitting properly in the seat.
Page 69 CAUTION: CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the instrument Stowing of articles under the passenger’s seat panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it or between the passenger’s seat cushion and means that something may be wrong with the seatback may interfere with the proper airbag system.
Page 70: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Adding Equipment to Your Vehicle Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are airbag system parts in several places around Is there anything I might add to the front or your vehicle. You do not want the system to inﬂate while sides of the vehicle that could keep the someone is working on your vehicle.
Page 71: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check 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? Checking the Restraint Systems Changing or moving any parts of the front seats, Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light safety belts, the airbag sensing and diagnostic and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors...
Page 72: Replacing Restraint System Parts
Replacing Restraint System Parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash, you may need new LATCH system parts. After a Crash 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 or replaced.
Page 73 Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............2-3 Engine Coolant Heater ........2-30 Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-4 Automatic Transmission Operation ....2-31 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 Tow/Haul Mode ..........2-33 Four-Wheel Drive ..........2-34 Doors and Locks ..........2-8 Parking Brake ..........2-38 Door Locks ............2-8 Shifting Into Park (P) ........2-39 Power Door Locks ..........2-9 Shifting Out of Park (P) .........2-41...
Page 74 Section 2 Features and Controls ® HomeLink Wireless Control System ....2-53 Rear Storage Area ........2-59 ® HomeLink Wireless Control System Cargo Cover Panels ........2-59 Operation ..........2-54 All-Weather Cargo Area .........2-70 Top-Box Storage ..........2-74 Storage Areas ..........2-57 Tonneau Cover ..........2-75 Glove Box ...........2-57 Center Overhead Console ......2-57 Sunroof ............2-81 Front Armrest Storage Area ......2-57...
Page 75: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with 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.
Page 76: Remote Keyless Entry System
Remote Keyless Entry System Your vehicle has one double-sided key for the ignition, all door locks, Your keyless entry system operates on a radio tailgate and side storage frequency subject to Federal Communications boxes. Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 77: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
Remote Keyless Entry System At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the Operation transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: You can lock and unlock your doors from about •...
Page 78 Battery Replacement (Lock): Press this button once to lock all of the doors. Pressing lock again within three seconds Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless may cause the horn to chirp for lock conﬁrmation. You entry transmitter should last about two years. can choose different feedback options for each press of the lock button.
Page 79 Resynchronization To replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter, do the following: 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.
Page 80: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. To unlock the door from the outside, use the keyless entry system or the key. Door Locks To unlock or lock the door from the inside, slide the manual lever forward CAUTION: or rearward.
Page 81: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks Delayed Locking When locking the doors with the power lock switch or The power door lock the keyless entry transmitter and a door or the liftgate is switches are located on open, the delayed locking feature will delay locking the driver’s and front the doors until ﬁve seconds after the last door is closed.
Page 82: Programmable Automatic Door Locks
Programmable Automatic Door To use the locks, do the following: Locks 1. Open one of the rear doors. 2. Move the lever forward to engage the rear door Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic lock/unlock security lock. feature which enables you to program your vehicle’s 3.
Page 83: Lockout Protection
Lockout Protection CAUTION: (Continued) This feature protects you from locking your key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition and a door or if electrical wiring or other cable is open. connections must pass through the seal If the power lock switch is pressed when a door is open between the body and the midgate: and the key is in the ignition, all of the doors will lock...
Page 84 Rear Glass Removal and Storage The following are the main components of the midgate system: CAUTION: If the removable rear glass is not stored properly, it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured.
Page 85 2. Squeeze and pull down the latch levers (A), located 3. While holding the rear glass in place, press the near the upper corners of the rear glass, to unlatch. glass-catch release button (C) and pull the top of Once unlatched, the glass-catch release button (C) the rear glass toward you using the grab will catch the rear glass and prevent it from handle(s) (B) located at the top of the rear glass.
Page 86 4. With the rear glass tilted toward you, lift it out from the lower window frame channel. Use the grab handles to assist you in removing the rear glass. 5. Load the rear glass into the storage pocket in the midgate, guiding the lower edge of the rear glass behind the three rear glass retaining tabs (E).
Page 87 6. Turn both glass lock knobs (D), located at both top Once both glass lock knobs are in the locked corners of the storage pocket, to the locked position, the rear glass is securely stored. position. Push in on the corner of the rear glass to 7.
Page 88 Reinstalling the Rear Glass To reinstall the rear glass, do the following: 1. Squeeze and pull down the latch levers (A), located near the upper corners of the rear glass, to unlatch. 4. With the rear glass tilted at an angle, place the bottom edge in the lower channel of the window frame.
Page 89 Be sure to align the rear glass side-to-side using the alignment arrows (G). 5. Apply a ﬁrm downward pressure and then push the rear glass ﬂat against the window frame. Use the 6. Push the rear glass ﬂat against the window frame and push each latch lever up until it locks.
Page 90 Lowering the Midgate with the Rear Glass in Place The midgate can be lowered to allow the cargo area of your vehicle to extend into the cab. The rear glass can be either installed in its normal position, or it can be removed and stored in the rear glass storage pocket.
Page 91 Lowering the Midgate with the Rear Glass in the Storage Pocket 3. Lower the midgate until it is ﬂat. Rear Glass Stored in Glass Storage Pocket 2-19...
Page 92: Tailgate
Raising the Midgate To return the midgate to its normal position, raise the midgate up with a ﬁrm swinging motion until it latches into place securely. This will help to ensure that the midgate closes with enough force to engage the latches. If the rear glass is removed and you would like to put it back, do so using the instructions given previously.
Page 93: Tailgate Removal
Tailgate Removal The tailgate can be removed to allow for different loading situations. Although the tailgate can be removed without assistance, you may want someone to assist you with the removal to avoid possible damage to the vehicle. To remove the tailgate, do the following: 1.
Page 94: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle 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.
Page 95: Power Windows
Power Windows Express-Down Windows The driver and front passenger windows also have an express-down feature that allows the windows to be lowered without holding the switch. Press down fully on the window switch, then release, to activate the express-down mode. This mode can be canceled at any time by pulling up on the switch.
Page 96: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Theft-Deterrent Systems 3. Close all doors. The security light should go off after about 30 seconds. The alarm is not armed until the security light goes off. Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent If the delayed locking feature is turned on, the features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it theft-deterrent system will not start the arming...
Page 97: Testing The Alarm
Here is how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident: 3. Get out of the vehicle, close the door and wait for the security light to go out. • If you do not want to activate the theft-deterrent 4. Then reach in through the window, unlock the door system, the vehicle should be locked with the with the manual door lock and open the door.
Page 98: Passlock
® Passlock Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ® Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft-deterrent system. ® ® Passlock is a passive theft-deterrent system. Passlock New Vehicle Break-In enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key. If a correct key is not used or the ignition Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate lock cylinder is tampered with, the fuel system is break-in.
Page 99: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions 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 windshield wipers when the engine is off.
Page 100: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine Notice: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will disengage the starter motor, cause your battery to be drained much Your vehicle is equipped with Starter Motor Control. sooner, and add excessive heat that can damage This feature assists in starting the engine and protects your starter motor.
Page 101: Adjustable Throttle And Brake Pedal
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 2. If your engine still will not start, or starts but then stops, it could be ﬂooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the If your vehicle has this feature, you can change the ﬂoor and holding it there as you hold the key in position of the throttle and brake pedals.
Page 102: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater CAUTION: Your vehicle may be equipped with an engine coolant heater. Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet In very cold weather, 0°F (−18°C) or colder, the engine could cause an electrical shock. Also, the coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up.
Page 103: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation CAUTION: (Continued) Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, always set your parking Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission...
Page 104 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine running at high speed may damage Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle the transmission. The repairs would not be is moving forward could damage the transmission.
Page 105: Tow/Haul Mode
Tow/Haul Mode If you manually select SECOND (2), the transmission will drive in second gear. You may use this feature for reducing the speed of the rear wheels when you are trying to start your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces.
Page 106: Four-Wheel Drive
Four-Wheel Drive Front Axle Locking Feature The front axle locks and unlocks automatically when If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you will see the you shift the transfer case. Some delay for the axle to buttons shown below. You can send your engine’s lock or unlock is normal.
Page 107 NEUTRAL (N): Shift the vehicle’s transfer case to (Four Wheel-High): Use the four-wheel high NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle. See position when you need extra traction, such as on snowy Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4-58 or Towing or icy roads or in most off-road situations. This setting Your Vehicle on page 4-58 for more information.
Page 108 Shifting Into Two-Wheel High the shift unless your vehicle is moving less than 3 mph (5 km/h) and the transmission is in NEUTRAL (N). Press and release the Two-Wheel High button. This can After 30 seconds the transfer case will shift to be done at any speed, except when shifting from Four-Wheel High mode.
Page 109 If the Four-Wheel High, AUTO 4WD or Two Wheel High 9. Place the transmission shift lever in PARK (P). switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and/or 10. Turn the ignition to LOCK. moving, the Four-Wheel High, AUTO 4WD or Shifting Out of NEUTRAL Two-Wheel High indicator light will ﬂash for 30 seconds but will not complete the shift unless your vehicle is...
Page 110: Parking Brake
Parking Brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released, the brake system warning light will go off. To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can down with your right foot. Push down the parking overheat the brake system and cause premature brake pedal with your left foot.
Page 111: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into Park (P) 3. Be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear — not in NEUTRAL (N). 4. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. CAUTION: 5. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
Page 112: Leaving Your Vehicle With The Engine Running
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and the Running parking brake is ﬁrmly set before you leave it. After you move the shift lever into PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down.
Page 113: Shifting Out Of Park (P)
Shifting Out of Park (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-31.
Page 114: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust Running the Engine While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. CAUTION: CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell.
Page 115: Mirrors
Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle will not move. See Shifting Into Park (P) on page 2-39. CAUTION: If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-64. It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the Mirrors parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 116: Temperature And Compass Display
Temperature and Compass Display Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation Press the on/off button, located to the far left, brieﬂy to The automatic dimming mirror function is turned turn the compass/temperature display on or off. on automatically each time the ignition is started. To operate the automatic dimming mirror, do the following: If the display reads CAL, the compass needs to be 1.
Page 117 To adjust for compass variance, do the following: 3. Keep pressing the on/off button until the desired zone number appears in the display. Release the 1. Find your current location and variance zone button. After approximately four seconds of number on the following zone map. inactivity, the new zone number will be locked in and the compass/temperature display will return.
Page 118: Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror With Compass And Temperature Display
Passenger Airbag Indicator Temperature Display The vehicle may be equipped with a passenger airbag The temperature can be displayed by pressing the indicator, on the mirror glass, just above the buttons. TEMP button. Pressing the TEMP button once brieﬂy, For more information, see Passenger Sensing System will toggle the temperature reading on and off.
Page 119: Compass Operation
Compass Operation The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the display Press the COMP button once brieﬂy to turn the compass reads a direction. on or off. Compass Variance When the ignition is started and the compass feature is on, the compass will show two character boxes for The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory.
Page 120: Outside Camper-Type Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Indicator The mirror may be equipped with a passenger airbag indicator on the mirror glass, just above the buttons. If the vehicle has this feature, the mirror will display the word ON, or an airbag symbol in Canada, when the passenger airbag is enabled.
Page 121: Power Folding Mirrors
To extend the power camper mirrors, move the selector The mirrors may also include a memory function which switch, located above the mirror control, to the middle works in conjunction with the memory seats. See position. The mirror control will illuminate. Press the left Memory Seat on page 2-82 for more information.
Page 122: Outside Convex Mirror
Outside Convex Mirror Outside Heated Mirrors If the vehicle has heated mirrors, the button to turn CAUTION: this function on or off is located on the climate A convex mirror can make things (like other control panel. vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right.
Page 123: Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror With Curb View Assist
® Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror OnStar System with Curb View Assist ® OnStar uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite technology, wireless communications, and call centers Your vehicle may have this feature. to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, The driver’s outside mirror will adjust for the glare of the information, and convenience services.
Page 124: Onstar Services
® ® OnStar Services OnStar Personal Calling ® For new vehicles equipped with OnStar , the Safe and ® As an OnStar subscriber, the Personal Calling Sound Plan is included for the ﬁrst year. You can capability is an available hands-free wireless phone that extend this plan beyond the ﬁrst year, or upgrade to the is integrated into the vehicle.
Page 125: Homelink ® Wireless Control System
® ® OnStar Steering Wheel Controls HomeLink Wireless Control System If your vehicle is equipped with steering wheel controls, ® they can be used to interact with the OnStar personal calling feature. Press the control with this symbol on the steering wheel to make a phone call.
Page 126: Homelink Wireless Control System Operation
® This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. the programmed HomeLink buttons should be erased ® Operation is subject to the following two conditions: for security purposes. Refer to “Erasing HomeLink ® (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this Buttons”...
Page 127 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the desired 6. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener ® button on HomeLink and the hand-held transmitter receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn” button. Do not release the buttons until Step 4 or “Smart”...
Page 128: Gate Operator And Canadian Programming
® Gate Operator and Canadian Erasing HomeLink Buttons Programming To erase programming from the three buttons do the following: Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time out” or quit after several seconds of 1. Press and hold down the two outside buttons until transmission.
Page 129: Storage Areas
® Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Storage Areas Button Glove Box ® ® To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained, follow these steps: Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle ® 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button.
Page 130: Center Console Storage Area
Center Console Storage Area Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Loading Your Vehicle on Your vehicle may have a console compartment with page 4-47. cupholders between the bucket seats. To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re leaving, To open it, press the button and swing the console check now and then to make sure the luggage and...
Page 131: Rear Storage Area
• Cargo Cover Panels If you need to carry long items, move the crossrails as far apart as they will go. Tie the load to the crossrails and the siderails or siderail supports. Also tie the load to the bumpers. Do not tie the load CAUTION: so tightly that the crossrails or siderails are damaged.
Page 132 To remove a cargo panel(s), do the following: 1. Lower the tailgate. Use the ignition/door key to unlock the tailgate if it is locked. See Tailgate on page 2-20 for more information on the tailgate. 2. Remove cargo panel 3 by pulling the left and right cargo panel latches, located on the bottom of each cargo panel, forward to unlock the cargo panel latches.
Page 133 3. Pull each cargo panel up and then out from the 4. If cargo panel 1 needs to be removed. There are side rails and set it aside. Remove as many latches on both sides that need to be released. cargo panels as needed.
Page 134: Cargo Panel Storage System
Cargo Panel Storage System 1. Secure the storage bag in the cargo storage The three cargo panels can be stored in the cargo area area by attaching using the storage bag. To store the panels, do the the four clips on the following: storage bag to the tie-down locations...
Page 135 Use the following instructions for the proper storage sequence and location for each panel: 2. Starting with cargo panel 1, load the cargo panel with latches at the top of the bag and facing away Panels 3, 2, 1 Loaded from you.
Page 136 3. Store cargo panel 2 by loading the cargo panel with 4. Store cargo panel 3 by loading the cargo panel with latches down and facing toward you. latches at the top of the bag and facing toward you. 5. Zip the bag shut. 2-64...
Page 137 6. Tighten both straps on the bag by pulling on the 7. Close both top and bottom lever locks at the center free end of the straps. of the bag to secure tightly. 2-65...
Page 138: Reinstalling The Cargo Cover Panels
Reinstalling the Cargo Cover Panels To reinstall a cargo panel do the following. 1. Remove the cargo panel(s) from the storage bag. You can either leave the bag attached to the side of the cargo area while it is not in use, or you can store it outside of the vehicle.
Page 139 4. Install cargo cover 2 next. Place the latches in the unlocked position. Place the cargo cover panel on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up. 3. Push both left latches away from you to lock the latches.
Page 140 Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar Push the panel forward until it is snug against the other panel and then let the back of the panel down 5. Push the latches away from you, starting with the being sure that the pegs align with the receivers. left latch, to lock the panel in place.
Page 141: Cargo Tie Downs
Cargo Tie Downs 7. Push the latches away from you, starting with the left latch, to lock the panel in place. You should Cargo tie downs are located in the rear cargo area that hear a click when each latch locks. can be used to secure cargo.
Page 142: All-Weather Cargo Area
All-Weather Cargo Area The areas where water could collect are: Your vehicle can be driven with the cargo panels on or off, the midgate up or down, or with the rear glass in or out. The vehicle has features to help resist the elements and protect cargo inside the cargo area.
Page 143 Maintenance and Cleaning The top drain grates are located near the rear glass on both sides of the vehicle. You may need to clean the To ensure that the water management system performs grates and drains if there seems to be a blockage. properly, be sure that the midgate, tailgate, and cover To remove each drain grate, do the following: system are fully closed and that each part of the...
Page 144: Side Rail Channels
Side Rail Channels To replace the drain grate do the following: The side rail channels are located on top of both sides of the cargo area. Flush them out with clean water debris collects inside of them. When loading cargo into the cargo area, be careful not to damage the rails.
Page 145 Midgate Drain Grate Removal and After hauling dirt, wood chips, pebbles etc. you will need to ﬂush the midgate drain with water. But ﬁrst you will Cleaning have to remove the drain grate by using the following steps: The midgate drain grate is located near the base of the midgate in the cargo area.
Page 146: Top-Box Storage
Cargo Area Floor Drains Top-Box Storage Your vehicle also has four cargo-area ﬂoor drains Your vehicle is equipped with top-box storage units on located under the cargo mat near the sides of the cargo both side of the vehicle. The passenger side top box area.
Page 147: Tonneau Cover
Tonneau Cover Your vehicle may be equipped with a tonneau cover. The main components of the tonneau cover are the following: CAUTION: Improperly stored tonneau cover components could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver. You or others could be injured.
Page 148: Removing The Tonneau Cover
Removing the Tonneau Cover 2. Pull the back of the cover out from the rear rail (D). 1. Starting at the rear corner of the driver’s side of the vehicle, pull the loop (F) toward you and then pull up so the plastic lip (E) releases from the channel in the rear rail (D) and the side rail (C).
Page 149 3. Roll the cover toward the front of the vehicle. The 4. Stow the cover using the buckles and the straps plastic lip (E) will release from the siderails (C) as attached to the front rail. you roll the cover forward. You can also store the tonneau cover outside of the vehicle or use the storage bag included.
Page 150 To use the storage bag, do the following: 2. With the tonneau cover rolled up, place it in the proper compartment in the bag and zip the bag shut. 1. Attach the bag to the cargo tie downs as shown. Unzip the top of the storage bag.
Page 151 Removing the Front/Rear Rails 2. Remove the two bows by gently pushing and Bows them against the spring-loaded end. Before moving on to the next step, you will want to Set the bow aside. attach the storage bag to the cargo tie downs, if it is not already attached, so you will have a place ready to store the front and back rails and the two bows.
Page 152 4. Remove the front rail by ﬁrst twisting up the edge 5. Stow both bows and the front and rear rails in the nearest you, to clear the midgate seals, and then storage bag. When all components of the tonneau pulling it out from the side rails.
Page 153: Sunroof
• Sunroof When placing the bows, locate the small notches in the side rails. These notches receive the tang on the bow ends and help the bows seat into place. Your vehicle may be equipped with a power sliding sunroof. To open or close your sunroof, the ignition •...
Page 154: Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization If a hand, arm, or other object is blocking the sunroof glass panel as it is closing, the glass panel will stop at the obstruction. After the obstruction is removed, the Memory Seat glass panel can be closed or opened. Use care not to leave the sunroof open for long periods If your vehicle has this of time as debris may collect in the tracks.
Page 155 2. Press and hold the 1 or 2 button of the memory To store the seat exit position, do the following: control for three seconds. A double chime will 1. Press and release the 1 or 2 button. The seat will sound to let you know that the position has been move to the stored memory position.
Page 156 NOTES 2-84...
Page 157 Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-4 Climate Controls ..........3-20 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Dual Climate Control System ......3-20 Other Warning Devices ........3-6 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ...3-23 Horn .............3-6 Outlet Adjustment .........3-28 Tilt Wheel .............3-6 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ....3-29 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......3-7 Instrument Panel Cluster ........3-30 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......3-7...
Page 158 Section 3 Instrument Panel Driver Information Center (DIC) .......3-45 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ........3-101 DIC Operation and Displays ......3-46 Theft-Deterrent Feature ........3-102 DIC Warnings and Messages ......3-49 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ......3-102 DIC Vehicle Customization ......3-58 Radio Reception .........3-103 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ......3-104 Audio System(s) ..........3-64 Care of the CD and DVD Player ....3-104 Setting the Time ...........3-65...
Page 159 NOTES...
Page 160: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 161 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-28. K. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7. B. Exterior Lamps Control. See Exterior Lamps on page 3-14. L.
Page 162: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Horn Your hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn others. They To sound the horn, press the center pad on the steering also let police know you have a problem. Your front wheel. and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash on and off. Tilt Wheel The hazard warning ﬂasher button is located on...
Page 163: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the • Windshield Wipers. See Windshield Wipers on lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable page 3-9. level, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place. • Windshield Washer.
Page 164: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will ﬂash in the direction of the (Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer): To turn or lane change. change the headlamps from low to high beam, push the lever toward the instrument panel. To return to low-beam headlamps, pull the multifunction lever toward you.
Page 165: Flash-To-Pass
Flash-to-Pass (Delay): You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass.
Page 166: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer Cruise Control (Washer Fluid): There is a paddle marked with the (Off): This position windshield washer symbol at the top of the multifunction turns the system off. lever. To spray washer ﬂuid on the windshield, push the paddle. The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed.
Page 167 Setting Cruise Control If you apply your brakes, the cruise control will shut off. CAUTION: CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you If you leave your cruise control on when you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do are not using cruise, you might hit a button not use your cruise control on winding roads and go into cruise when you do not want to.
Page 168 Resuming a Set Speed Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, There are two ways to go to a higher speed: disengages the cruise control. But you do not need to •...
Page 169 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Ending Cruise Control Control To turn off the cruise control, do one of the following: • Press in the button at the end of the lever until you • Step lightly on the brake pedal, reach the lower speed you want, then release it.
Page 170: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps AUTO: Turn the control to this position to put the system into automatic headlamp mode. The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) will also be activated if it is light enough outside. (Parking Lamps): Turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps, together with the following: •...
Page 171: Headlamps On Reminder
Headlamps on Reminder When the DRL are on, only your DRL lamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. The instrument panel won’t be lit up either. If a door is open, a reminder chime will sound when your headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on and When it begins to get dark, the automatic headlamp your key is out of the ignition.
Page 172: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps Your vehicle has a light sensor located on the top of the instrument panel. Be sure it is not covered, or the system will be on whenever the ignition is on. If your vehicle has fog lamps you can use them for better vision in foggy or misty conditions.
Page 173: Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp
The fog lamps will be cancelled after the ignition is If your vehicle has this button, your vehicle may have turned off. If you still want to use the fog lamps after you the snow plow prep package. For further information see restart the vehicle, you will need to press the fog Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment on lamp button again.
Page 174: Instrument Panel Brightness
Instrument Panel Brightness Entry/Exit Lighting The thumbwheel for this feature is located next to the Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry/exit exterior lamps control. feature. When a door is opened or the key is removed from the (Instrument Panel Lights): Turn the thumbwheel ignition, the dome lamps will come on if the dome up or down to brighten or dim the instrument panel override button is in the out position.
Page 175: Battery Run-Down Protection
Accessory Power Outlets Your vehicle may be equipped with two accessory power outlets located on the instrument panel. Your vehicle may also have an outlet on the back of the center console above the cupholder door. Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should.
Page 176: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Climate Controls If your vehicle has this feature it is located in the center Dual Climate Control System console or on the instrument panel. Pull up on the ashtray door to open it if it is in the console or pull the With this system you can control the heating, cooling door open it if it is on the instrument panel.
Page 177 To change the current mode, select one of the following: Temperature Control Driver’s Side: The lever on the left side of the climate (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument control panel is used to raise or lower the temperature panel vents.
Page 178 Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger There are two modes to choose from to clear fog or If your vehicle has a rear defogger, the lines you see on frost from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the rear window warm the glass. The rear window the windows of fog or moisture and warm the defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the passengers.
Page 179: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Dual Automatic Climate Control Turn the knob counterclockwise or clockwise to lower or increase the cabin temperature. The display will show System the temperature setting decreasing or increasing and an arrow pointing to the driver will be displayed under With this system, you can control the heating, cooling and to the left of the temperature setting.
Page 180: Automatic Operation
Automatic Operation When auto is selected, the air conditioning operation and air inlet will be automatically controlled. The AUTO (Automatic): When automatic operation is air conditioning compressor will run when the active the system will control the inside temperature, the outside temperature is over about 40°F (4°C).
Page 181: Manual Operation
To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather, the (Mode): Press this button to manually change the system will delay turning on the fan until warm air is direction of the airﬂow in your vehicle. Keep pressing the available. The length of delay depends on the button until the desired mode appears on the display.
Page 182 (Recirculation): Press this button to limit the (Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the air amount of outside air entering your vehicle. The light on conditioning (A/C) compressor on and off. The the recirculation button will glow. This is helpful when you snowﬂake symbol will appear on the display when the are trying to limit odors entering your vehicle and for A/C is on and will turn off when the air conditioning is off.
Page 183 Defogging and Defrosting On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for You can use either defog or front defrost to clear fog or your vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows frost from your windshield.
Page 184: Outlet Adjustment
Rear Window Defogger Outlet Adjustment If your vehicle has this feature, the lines you see on the Your vehicle has air outlets located in the center and on rear window warm the glass. The rear window the side of your instrument panel that allow you to defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the adjust the direction and amount of airﬂow inside the rear window.
Page 185: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages, and Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages Indicators and warning lights work together to let you know when there is a problem with your vehicle. This part describes the warning lights and gages on When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on your vehicle.
Page 186: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster United States 2500 series shown, 1500 series and Canada similar Your instrument cluster 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.
Page 187: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer If your vehicle is not equipped with the passenger sensing system, Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both this chime and light will be miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). repeated if the driver Your vehicle’s odometer works together with the remains unbuckled and the driver information center.
Page 188: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
This light will come on The airbag readiness light should ﬂash for a few when you start your seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the vehicle, and it will ﬂash for light doesn’t come on then, have it ﬁxed so it will a few seconds.
Page 189 When the ignition key is turned to RUN or START, the Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and rear-facing child restraint. A label on your sun visor says, OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.”...
Page 190: Charging System Light
Charging System Light If, after several seconds, all status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing The charging system light system. See your dealer for service. will come on brieﬂy when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is not...
Page 191: Voltmeter Gage
Voltmeter Gage You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone. If you must drive, turn off all unnecessary accessories. When your engine is not Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible running, but the ignition is problem in the electrical system.
Page 192: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
CAUTION: Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you United States Canada have pulled off the road and stopped carefully, This light should come on brieﬂy when you turn the...
Page 193: Traction Off Light
If the light stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, If the light stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, your vehicle needs service. You will also hear a chime there may be a problem with your Traction Assist sound when the light is on steady.
Page 194: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
• It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle is If the Traction Assist System is affected by an working. During a majority of the operation, the gage anti-lock brake system, TAS or engine-related will read 210°F (100°C) or less. If you are pulling a load problem, the system will turn off and the light will or going up hills, it is normal for the temperature to come on.
Page 195 When your ignition is on, the gage shows the Notice: If you drive your vehicle with the temperature of the transmission ﬂuid. The normal transmission temperature gage above normal operating range is from 180°F (82°C) to about operating range, you can damage the transmission. 200°F (93°C).
Page 196: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp 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. Check Engine Light Notice: Modiﬁcations made to the engine, Your vehicle is equipped transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of with a computer which your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires...
Page 197: If The Light Is Flashing
If the Light is Flashing been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. The following may prevent more serious damage to A few driving trips with the cap properly installed your vehicle: should turn the light off.
Page 198: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Oil Pressure Gage 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 know to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check...
Page 199: Security Light
® If the light ﬂashes, the Passlock system has entered a ® tamper mode. If the vehicle fails to start, see Passlock CAUTION: on page 2-26. If the light comes on continuously while driving and Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If ®...
Page 200: Highbeam On Light
Highbeam On Light Fuel Gage This light will come on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8. Tow/Haul Mode Light United States Canada When the ignition is on, the fuel gage tells you about This light is displayed how much fuel you have left in your tank.
Page 201: Low Fuel Warning Light
Driver Information Center (DIC) Here are some situations you may experience with your fuel gage. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gage. The Driver Information Center (DIC) display is located on the instrument panel cluster, below the speedometer. •...
Page 202: Dic Operation And Displays
DIC Operation and Displays The Driver Information Center (DIC) comes on when the ignition is on. After a short delay, the DIC will display the information that was last displayed before the engine was turned off. The DIC has different modes which can be accessed by pressing the four DIC buttons located on the steering wheel.
Page 203: Fuel Information Button
Trip B: Press the trip information button until TRIP B Engine Hours: Press the trip information button until appears on the display. This mode shows the current ENGINE HOURS appears on the display. This distance traveled since the last reset for TRIP B in either mode shows the total number of hours the engine has miles or kilometers.
Page 204: Select Button
Fuel Used: Press the fuel information button until Always reset the engine oil life system after an oil FUEL USED appears on the display. This mode shows change. To reset the engine oil life system, use the fuel the number of gallons or liters of fuel used since the button to reach the ENGINE OIL LIFE screen and last reset of this menu item.
Page 205: Dic Warnings And Messages
DIC Warnings and Messages BATTERY NOT CHARGING On some vehicles, if the battery is not charging during Warning messages are displayed on the Driver operation, this message will appear on the DIC. Driving Information Center (DIC) to notify the driver that the with this problem could drain your battery.
Page 206: Change Engine Oil
CHANGE ENGINE OIL Pressing any of the four DIC buttons, if equipped, will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC This message is displayed when the engine oil needs to display. If your vehicle is not equipped with the four DIC be changed and service is required for your vehicle.
Page 207: Check Oil Level
CHECK OIL LEVEL If your vehicle is not equipped with the four DIC buttons, pressing the trip odometer reset stem will clear the If the oil level in the vehicle is low, this message will message from the DIC display. appear on the DIC.
Page 208: Engine Overheated
ENGINE OVERHEATED KEYFOB X BATTERY LOW If the engine cooling system reaches unsafe If a remote keyless entry transmitter battery is low, this temperatures for operation, this message will appear in message will appear on the DIC. The battery needs the DIC and you will hear a chime.
Page 209: Oil Pressure Low
LOW COOLANT LEVEL OIL PRESSURE LOW If your vehicle has a low coolant sensor and the engine If low oil pressure levels occur, this message will be coolant level is low, this message will appear on the displayed on the DIC and a chime will sound. Stop the DIC.
Page 210: Reduced Engine Power
REDUCED ENGINE POWER SERVICE 4WD (Four-Wheel-Drive) This message is displayed and a chime will sound when If a problem occurs with the four-wheel-drive system, the cooling system temperature gets too hot and the this message will appear on the DIC. If this message engine further enters the engine coolant protection mode.
Page 211: Service Brake System
SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM SERVICE RIDE CONTROL If a problem occurs with the brake system, this message If a problem occurs with the suspension system, this will appear on the DIC. If this message appears, stop message will appear on the DIC. If this message as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle.
Page 212: Tighten Fuel Cap
STABILITY SYS (System) ACTIVE The message will turn off as soon as the conditions that caused the message to be displayed are no longer You may see the STABILITY SYS ACTIVE message on present. the DIC. It means that an advanced computer-controlled ®...
Page 213: Transmission Hot
TRACTION SYS (System) LIMITED your warranty. Do not drive your vehicle with overheated transmission ﬂuid or while transmission If the brake traction control system activates constantly temperature warning is displayed. or if the brakes have heated up due to high-speed TRANSMISSION HOT braking, brake traction control will be disabled and the TRACTION SYS LIMITED message will be displayed.
Page 214: Dic Vehicle Customization
• DIC Vehicle Customization Over-loading • Low transmission ﬂuid level Your vehicle may have customization capabilities that • allow you to program some features to one setting High transmission ﬂuid level based on your preference. All of the customizable • Restricted air ﬂow to the radiator options listed may not be available on your vehicle.
Page 215 Lock Doors UNLOCK DRIVER: IN PARK: The driver’s door will be unlocked when the vehicle is shifted into PARK (P). Press the customization button until LOCK DOORS appears in the display. To select your preference UNLOCK DOORS: KEY OUT: All of the doors for automatic locking, press the select button while will unlock when the key is taken out of the ignition.
Page 216 Lock Feedback Press the customization button until DOOR LOCK DELAY appears in the display. To select your Press the customization button until LOCK FEEDBACK preference for delayed locking, press the select button appears in the display. To select your preference for while DOOR LOCK DELAY is displayed on the DIC.
Page 217: Unlock Feedback
Unlock Feedback Headlamp Delay Press the customization button until UNLOCK Press the customization button until HEADLAMP FEEDBACK appears in the display. To select your DELAY appears in the display. To select your preference for the feedback you will receive when preference for how long the headlamps will stay on unlocking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry when you turn off the vehicle, press the select button...
Page 218 Perimeter Lights EASY EXIT SEAT: ON: The driver’s seat will move to the exit position when the key is removed from the Press the customization button until PERIMETER ignition. LIGHTS appears in the display. To select your Choose one of the available options and press the preference for perimeter lighting, press the select button customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to while PERIMETER LIGHTS is displayed on the DIC.
Page 219: Alarm Warning
CURB VIEW: BOTH: The driver’s and passenger’s Choose one of the available options and press the outside mirrors will be tilted down when the vehicle is customization button while your choice is displayed on shifted into REVERSE (R). the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature. For more information on alarm warning type, see Choose one of the available options and press the Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2-24.
Page 220: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) 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. Notice: Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle, such as an audio system, CD player, Display Units CB radio, mobile telephone, or two-way radio, make Press the customization button until DISPLAY UNITS...
Page 221: Setting The Time
Radio with CD Your vehicle may have a feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-27 for more information. Setting the Time The radio may have a button marked with an H or HR to represent hours and an M or MN to represent...
Page 222 Radio Data System (RDS) XM™ Satellite Radio Service The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the RDS features are available for use only on FM stations 48 contiguous United States. XM™ offers that broadcast RDS information.
Page 223 © ¨ For XM™ (if equipped), press the INFO knob while in SEEK : Press either the SEEK or the TYPE XM™ mode to retrieve four different categories of arrows to go to the next or to the previous station and information related to the current song or channel: stay there.
Page 224 Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM, AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programed or TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to on the six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the increase or to decrease.
Page 225 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station (RDS and XM™) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the following: knob until BAL appears on the display.
Page 226 Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only) SCAN: Scan the stations within a PTY by performing the following: These buttons have factory PTY presets. Up to 12 PTYs 1. Press the TYPE button to activate program type (six FM1 and six FM2), can be programmed on the select mode.
Page 227 RDS Messages Radio Messages INFO (Information): If the current station has a CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system has message, the information symbol will appear on the been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If display. Press this button to see the message. The CAL ERR appears on the display, it means that the radio message may display the artist, song title, call in phone has not been conﬁgured properly for the vehicle and...
Page 228 XM™ Radio Messages Radio Display Condition Action Required Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a Channels) after the channel name, customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). indicates content with explicit language.
Page 229 XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Condition Action Required Message No Info Category Name not No category information is available at this time on this available channel. The system is working properly. No Info No Text/Informational No text or informational messages are available at this message available time on this channel.
Page 230 Playing a CD Notice: If you add paper labels to a CD, insert more than one CD into the slot at a time, or attempt to Insert a CD part way into the slot, label side up. The play scratched or damaged CDs, you could damage player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing.
Page 231 © ¨ 3 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to SCAN : Press and hold either the SCAN or the quickly reverse within a track. Press and hold this TYPE arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at appears on the display and you hear a beep.
Page 232: Radio With Six-Disc Cd
CD Messages Radio with Six-Disc CD If the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: • It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play. • You are driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the CD should play.
Page 233 Radio Data System (RDS) XM™ Satellite Radio Service The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the RDS features are available for use only on FM stations 48 contiguous United States. XM™ offers that broadcast RDS information.
Page 234 © ¨ For XM™ (if equipped), press the INFO knob while in SEEK : Press either the SEEK or the TYPE XM™ mode to retrieve four different categories of arrows to go to the next or to the previous station and information related to the current song or channel: stay there.
Page 235 Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM, AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programed or TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to on the six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the increase or to decrease.
Page 236 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) 3. Once the desired PTY is displayed, press either the TYPE or the SEEK arrows to select and to take you to the PTY’s ﬁrst station. AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO 4.
Page 237 RDS Messages To turn alternate frequency off, press and hold BAND again for two seconds. AF OFF will appear on the display. The radio will not switch to other stations. INFO (Information): If the current station has a message, INFO will appear on the display. Press this This function does not apply for XM™...
Page 238 XM™ Radio Messages Radio Display Condition Action Required Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a Channels) after the channel name, customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). indicates content with explicit language.
Page 239 XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Condition Action Required Message No Info Category Name not No category information is available at this time on this available channel. The system is working properly. No Info No Text/Informational No text or informational messages are available at this message available time on this channel.
Page 240 Playing a CD load one CD at a time, and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials, liquids, If the ignition or radio is turned off, with a CD in the and debris. player, it will stay in the player. When the ignition If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages”...
Page 241 3. Once the light stops ﬂashing and turns green, (Eject): Press this button to eject CD(s). INSERT CD # will appear on the display, load To eject the CD that is currently playing, press and a CD. Insert the CD part way into the slot, label side release this button.
Page 242 RDM (Random): With random, you can listen to the REV (Reverse): Press and hold this button to tracks in random, rather than sequential, order, on one reverse quickly within a track. You will hear sound at a CD or on all of the CDs. To use random, do one of reduced volume.
Page 243: Using Song List Mode
© ¨ Using Song List Mode SCAN : To scan one CD, press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than two seconds until TRACK The six-disc CD changer has a feature called song list. SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep. The This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections.
Page 244 To play the song list, press the SONG LIST button. To delete the entire song list, perform the following steps: One beep will be heard and S-LIST will appear on the 1. Turn the CD player on. display. The recorded tracks will begin to play in 2.
Page 245: Navigation/Radio System
CD Messages Listening to a DVD If your vehicle has the Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) CHECK CD: If this message appears on the display system and a DVD is playing, the DVD symbol will and/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of the appear on the radio display indicating that the DVD is following reasons: available and can be listened to through your vehicle’s...
Page 246: Rear Seat Entertainment System
Rear Seat Entertainment System Headphones The RSE system includes two sets of wireless Your vehicle may have a DVD Rear Seat Entertainment headphones. (RSE) system. The RSE system includes a DVD player, a video display screen, two sets of wireless Each set of headphones has an ON/OFF control.
Page 247: Stereo Rca Jacks
Battery Replacement To use the auxiliary inputs on the RSE system, connect an external auxiliary device to the color-coded RCA To change the batteries, do the following: jacks and turn both the auxiliary device and the RSE system power on. If the RSE system had been 1.
Page 248: Audio Output
Audio Output The RSE system is capable of outputting audio to the wired headphone jacks on the rear seat audio system (if Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs may be equipped). The RSE system may be selected as an heard through the following possible sources: audio source on the rear seat audio system if the RSE system power is on.
Page 249: Dvd Player
DVD Player Service (if equipped), you will hear the audio for these sources, instead of the DVD or CD that is currently The DVD player is located in the overhead console. The playing through the RSE. DVD player can be controlled by the buttons on the If an error message appears on the video screen, see DVD player and/or by the buttons on the remote control.
Page 250: Playing A Disc
(Stop): Press this button to stop playing, rewinding, (Menu Navigation Arrows): Use the or fast forwarding a DVD or CD. Press this button arrow buttons to navigate through a menu. twice to return to the beginning of the DVD. (Enter): Press this button to select the choices (Play/Pause): Press this button to start play of a that are highlighted in any menu.
Page 251: Remote Control
Stopping and Resuming Playback Remote Control To stop playing a disc, press and release the stop To use the remote control, aim it at the transmitter button on the DVD player faceplate or the remote window below the video screen and press the desired control.
Page 252 Remote Control Buttons (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. (Audio): Press this button to display a menu that will only appear when a DVD is being played.
Page 253 1 through 0 (Numeric Keypad): The numeric keypad (Camera Angle): Press this button to change provides you with the capability of direct chapter, camera angles on DVDs that have this feature when a title, and track number selection. DVD is playing. The format and content of this function will vary for each disc.
Page 254 Battery Replacement Problem Recommended Action The picture does not ﬁll Check the display To change the batteries, do the following: the screen. There are mode settings in the 1. Remove the battery compartment door located on black borders on the top display menu.
Page 255 Problem Recommended Action Problem Recommended Action The remote control does Check to make sure there The auxiliary source is Check that the DVD not work. is no obstruction between running but there is no player is in the auxiliary the remote control and the picture or sound.
Page 256: Dvd Distortion
Disc Play Error: This message will be displayed if the Problem Recommended Action DVD player cannot play the disc. Scratched or I lost the remote and/or See your dealer for damaged discs will cause this error. the headphones. assistance. The DVD is playing, but Check that the DVD Region Code Error: This message will be displayed if there is no picture or...
Page 257: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to any of the sources: radio, 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 CDs or DVDs through the headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers.
Page 258: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Theft-Deterrent Feature SEEK : When listening to FM1, FM2, or AM, press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or to ® THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your the previous station and stay there. This function is vehicle’s radio.
Page 259 Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering When a CD is playing, press the up or the down arrow wheel. They include the following: to fast forward or reverse. ® (OnStar/Mute): If your vehicle has OnStar , press (Volume): Press the up or the down arrow ®...
Page 260: Care Of Your Cds And Dvds
Care of Your CDs and DVDs XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight The XM™ Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen of your vehicle.
Page 261 Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 Freeway Driving ...........4-36 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-38 Drunken Driving ..........4-2 Highway Hypnosis ........4-38 Control of a Vehicle ........4-5 Hill and Mountain Roads ........4-39 Braking ............4-5 Winter Driving ..........4-41 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......4-6...
Page 262: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision, with resulting injury. Ask a passenger to Your Vehicle help do things like this, or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself. These simple defensive driving techniques could save your life.
Page 263 Many adults — by some estimates, 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.
Page 264 There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision a lower relative percentage of body water than men. increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a 0.05 percent or above.
Page 265: Control Of A Vehicle
Braking CAUTION: Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. Your reﬂexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and That is perception time. Then you have to bring up your judgment can be affected by even a small foot and do it.
Page 266: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advanced a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool electronic braking system that will help prevent a between hard stops.
Page 267 The anti-lock system 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. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you.
Page 268: Braking In Emergencies
Traction Assist System (TAS) Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to Your vehicle may have a Traction Assist System (TAS) the vehicle in front of you, you will not have time to apply that limits wheel spin.
Page 269 When the traction off light is The Traction Assist System, as delivered from the on, the TAS is off and will factory, will automatically come on whenever you start not limit wheel spin. Adjust your vehicle. To limit wheel spin, especially in your driving accordingly.
Page 270: Locking Rear Axle
® StabiliTrak System If desired, you can change the TAS automatic engagement feature so that the system will not come on ® automatically when the engine is started. To do so: Your vehicle may be equipped with StabiliTrak which combines antilock brake, traction and stability control 1.
Page 271 The STABILITY SYS ACTIVE message will appear on When the system is turned off, the traction off light will the Driver Information Center (DIC) only when the system illuminate, and the STABILITY SYS DISABLED is both on and activated. It means that an advanced message will appear on the DIC to warn the driver that computer-controlled system has come on to help your both the stability system and part of the traction...
Page 272: Traction Control Operation
Traction Control Operation If the brake traction-control system activates constantly or if the brakes have heated up due to high-speed The traction control system is part of the braking, brake traction-control will be disabled and the ® StabiliTrak system. Traction control limits wheel spin TRACTION SYS LIMITED message will be displayed.
Page 273: Steering
If your vehicle is in cruise control when the system it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you activates, the STABILITY SYS ACTIVE message will turn the front wheels. If there is no traction, inertia appear on the Driver Information Center and the cruise will keep the vehicle going in the same direction.
Page 274: Steering In Emergencies
Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway. Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking.
Page 275: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery Passing You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped off The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, driving.
Page 276: Loss Of Control
• change signal and move back into the right lane. Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to Remember that if your right outside mirror is convex, pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one the vehicle you just passed may seem to be thing, following too closely reduces your area of farther away from you than it really is.
Page 277 Skidding Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material is on the road. For safety, you In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. will want to slow down and adjust your driving to Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable these conditions.
Page 278: Off-Road Driving With Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle
Off-Road Driving with Your Before You Go Off-Roading Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle There are some things to do before you go out. For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance This off-road guide is for vehicles that have four-wheel and service work done. Check to make sure all drive.
Page 279: Environmental Concerns
Environmental Concerns CAUTION: Off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation. However, it also raises environmental concerns. We recognize these concerns and urge every • Cargo on the load ﬂoor piled higher than off-roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the seatbacks can be thrown forward the environment: during a sudden stop.
Page 280: Traveling To Remote Areas
Traveling to Remote Areas Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off-road driving. One of the best ways to control your vehicle It makes sense to plan your trip, especially when going is to control your speed. Here are some things to keep to a remote area.
Page 281: Scanning The Terrain
Scanning the Terrain When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a ﬁrm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or Off-road driving can take you over many different kinds other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your of terrain.
Page 282: Approaching A Hill
Driving on Off-Road Hills the incline may get steeper as you near the top, but you may not see this because the crest of the hill is hidden Off-road driving often takes you up, down or across a by bushes, grass or shrubs. hill.
Page 283: Driving Uphill
Driving Uphill • Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill. Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you • Attach a ﬂag to the vehicle to make you more need to take some special steps. visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills.
Page 284 Here are some things you must not do if you stall, or What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is are about to stall, when going up a hill. about to stall, and I cannot make it up •...
Page 285: Driving Downhill
Driving Downhill Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down the hill and decide I just cannot do it. What When off-roading takes you downhill, you will want to should I do? consider a number of things: Set the parking brake, put your transmission in •...
Page 286 If you decide you can go down a hill safely, then try to Are there some things I should not do when keep your vehicle headed straight down, and use a driving down a hill? low gear. This way, engine drag can help your brakes and they will not have to do all the work.
Page 287: Driving Across An Incline
Driving Across an Incline • Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse. If you drive across a rock with the Sooner or later, an off-road trail will probably go across uphill wheels, or if the downhill wheels drop into a rut the incline of a hill.
Page 288: Stalling On An Incline
What if I am driving across an incline that is not too steep, but I hit some loose gravel and start to slide downhill. What should I do? If you feel your vehicle starting to slide sideways, turn downhill. This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping.
Page 289 Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice CAUTION: When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels will not get good traction. You cannot accelerate as quickly, turning is more difficult, and you will need longer Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, or rivers can braking distances.
Page 290: Driving In Water
Driving in Water CAUTION: (Continued) Heavy rain can mean ﬂash ﬂooding, and ﬂood waters demand extreme caution. could drown. If it is only shallow water, it can Find out how deep the water is before you drive through still wash away the ground from under your it.
Page 291: Driving At Night
Driving at Night • Adjust your 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.
Page 292: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare, as from a driver who does not lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps, slow down a little.
Page 293 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy CAUTION: rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road, and even people walking.
Page 294: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Hydroplaning Driving Through Deep Standing Water Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up Notice: If you drive too quickly through deep under your tires that they can actually ride on the puddles or standing water, water can come in water.
Page 295: Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips City Driving • 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.
Page 296: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip.
Page 297 At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check move slightly slower at night.
Page 298: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Before Leaving on a Long Trip • Weather Forecasts: What is the weather outlook along your route? Should you delay your trip a Make sure you are ready. Try to be well rested. If you short time to avoid a major storm system? must start when you are not fresh —...
Page 299: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be aware that it can happen. Then here are some tips: • Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. • Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the sides.
Page 300 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make CAUTION: your trips safer and more enjoyable. See Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle on page 4-18 for information about driving off-road. Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the •...
Page 301: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, a red cloth, and a couple of reﬂective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet, or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction.
Page 302 Whatever the condition — smooth ice, packed, blowing, or loose snow — drive with caution. If you have the traction assist system (TAS), it will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road. But you can turn the TAS off if you ever need to.
Page 303: If You Are Caught In A Blizzard
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard Your anti-lock brake system (ABS) improves your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a slippery road. Even though you have ABS, you will want serious situation.
Page 304 CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You cannot see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle.
Page 305: If Your Vehicle Is Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine CAUTION: again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible.
Page 306: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Recovery Hooks First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will Your vehicle is equipped with recovery hooks. The hooks clear the area around your front wheels. If you have a are provided at the front of your vehicle. You may need to four-wheel-drive vehicle, shift into 4HI or 4LO.
Page 307: Loading Your Vehicle
CAUTION: CAUTION: These hooks, when used, are under a lot of Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle. the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight The hooks could break off and you or others Rating (GAWR).
Page 308: Tire And Loading Information Label
Tire and Loading Information Label The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the size of the original equipment tires (C) and the recommended cold tire inﬂation pressures (D). For more information on tires and inﬂation see Tires on page 5-59 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-66.
Page 309 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 −...
Page 310 Example 2 Example 3 Item Description Total Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) for Example 2 = for Example 3 = Subtract Subtract Occupant Weight 750 lbs (136 kg) Occupant Weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg) ×...
Page 311 Certiﬁcation/Tire Label The Certiﬁcation/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To ﬁnd out the actual loads on your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle.
Page 312 And, if you do have a heavy load, you should Your warranty does not cover parts or components that spread it out. fail because of overloading. The label will help you decide how much cargo and installed equipment your truck can carry. CAUTION: Using heavier suspension components to get added durability might not change your weight ratings.
Page 313 Add-On Equipment CAUTION: When you carry removable items, you may need to put a limit on how many people you can carry inside your vehicle. Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and install the new equipment.
Page 314: Adding A Snow Plow Or Similar Equipment
Adding a Snow Plow or Similar How heavy can a snow plow safely be? Equipment The plow your vehicle can carry depends on many things, such as: Before installing a snow plow on your vehicle, here are • some things you will need to know: The options your vehicle came with, and the weight of those options.
Page 315 Here are some guidelines for safely carrying a snow What is front axle reserve capacity, and how do plow on your vehicle: I calculate it? • Make sure the weight on the front and rear axles Front axle reserve capacity is the difference does not exceed the axle rating for each.
Page 316 In order to calculate the amount of weight any front For example, adding a 700 lb (318 kg) snow plow accessory, such as a snow plow, is adding to the front actually adds more than 700 lbs (318 kg) to the front axle, use the following formula: axle.
Page 317 What is total vehicle reserve capacity? CAUTION: This is the difference between your GVWR and the weight of your vehicle with full fuel and passengers. It is the amount of weight you can add to your On some vehicles equipped with certain front vehicle before reaching your GVWR.
Page 318: Towing
Emergency Roof Lamp Provisions Towing Vehicles with the RPO VYU snow plow prep package also have an emergency roof lamp provision package, Towing Your Vehicle RPO TRW. Wiring for the emergency roof lamp is provided in the B-pillar as shown. See Auxiliary Roof Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if Mounted Lamp on page 3-17 for switch location.
Page 319: Dinghy Towing
Dinghy Towing Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing: Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles • What’s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Notice: If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer’s on the ground, the drivetrain components could recommendations.
Page 320 Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles CAUTION: Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK (P). You or someone else could be seriously injured. Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL.
Page 321: Dolly Towing
Dolly Towing Front Towing (Front Wheels Off the CAUTION: Ground) Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles cause your vehicle to roll even if the Notice: If you tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle with transmission is in PARK (P). You or someone the rear wheels on the ground, the transmission else could be seriously injured.
Page 322 Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle from Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles the rear: Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle from 1. Drive the vehicle onto the dolly. the rear: 2.
Page 323: Level Control
6. Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL (N). See If the loaded vehicle is not moved for approximately Four-Wheel Drive on page 2-34 for the proper 12 hours, the leveling system may bleed down to a lower procedure to select the neutral position for your height.
Page 324: Trailer Recommendations
Trailer Recommendations Towing a Trailer You must subtract your hitch loads from the Cargo Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See New Vehicle Weight Rating (CWR). CWR is the maximum weight of Break-In on page 2-26 for more information. the load your vehicle can carry.
Page 325: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
• If yours was built with trailering options, as many are, Then, during the ﬁrst 500 miles (800 km) that you it’s ready for heavier trailers. But trailering is different tow a trailer, don’t drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) than just driving your vehicle by itself.
Page 326 Tow/Haul Mode Tow/haul is designed to assist while your vehicle is pulling a large or heavy load or trailer. Tow/haul is most useful while pulling such a load in rolling terrain, in stop-and-go traffic, or when you need improved low-speed control, such as when parking. The purpose of the tow/haul mode is to do the following: •...
Page 327 Weight of the Trailer A light on the instrument panel will illuminate to How heavy can a trailer safely be? indicate that tow/haul mode has been selected. It depends on how you plan to use your rig. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important.
Page 328 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight **GCWR 3.42 7,300 lbs (3 311 kg) 13,000 lbs (5 897 kg) C-1500 (2WD) 5300 V8 4.10 8,200 lbs (3 719 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg) 3.42 7,100 lbs (3 220 kg) 13,000 lbs (5 897 kg) K-1500 (4WD) 5300 V8 4.10...
Page 329: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Weight of the Trailer Tongue The trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B), up to a The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight maximum of 600 lbs (272 kg) with a weight carrying to measure because it affects the total or gross weight hitch.
Page 330: Safety Chains
Hitches If you’ll be pulling a trailer that, when loaded, will weigh more than 5,000 lbs (2 270 kg) be sure to use a It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. properly mounted weight-distributing hitch and sway Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are control of the proper size.
Page 331: Following Distance
Your trailer brake system can tap into the vehicle’s apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the hydraulic brake system only if: brakes are working. This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time. • The trailer parts can withstand 3,000 psi During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the (20 650 kPa) of pressure.
Page 332: Making Turns
Making Turns Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift could cause the trailer to come in contact with the down, you might have to use your brakes so much that vehicle.
Page 333: Parking On Hills
Parking on Hills CAUTION: CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with You really should not park your vehicle, with a the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle trailer attached, on a hill.
Page 334: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
When You Are Ready to Leave After Trailer Wiring Harness Parking on a Hill Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Package 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: • start your engine, • shift into a gear, and •...
Page 335 Instrument Panel Jumper Wiring Harness The eight-wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: • Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal • Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal • Brown: Taillamps • White: Ground • Light Green: Back-up Lamps • Light Blue: CHMSL • Red: Battery Feed** •...
Page 336 Four-Wire Harness Adapter This adapter may be included with your vehicle as part of the heavy-duty trailer wiring package. Use this adapter to connect a standard four-way round pin connector to the seven-wire harness on your vehicle. Connect the adapter with the tab pointing up. Then ﬂip cap on the vehicle’s seven-wire harness will lock onto the tab and help hold the adapter in place.
Page 337 Auxiliary Battery The auxiliary battery circuit is protected by a megafuse located behind the auxiliary battery. The auxiliary battery provision, if equipped, can be used Be sure to follow the proper installation instructions that to supply electrical power to additional equipment that are included with any electrical equipment that you you may choose to add.
Page 338 NOTES 4-78...
Page 339 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-3 Cooling System ..........5-30 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-4 Engine Fan Noise .........5-35 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Power Steering Fluid ........5-36 Vehicle ............5-4 Windshield Washer Fluid ........5-36 Brakes ............5-38 Fuel ..............5-5 Battery ............5-41 Gasoline Octane ..........5-5...
Page 340 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Tires ..............5-59 Weatherstrips ..........5-98 Tire Sidewall Labelling ........5-60 Washing Your Vehicle ........5-98 Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions .....5-63 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses .....5-98 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure .........5-66 Finish Care ..........5-98 Tire Inspection and Rotation ......5-67 Windshield and Wiper Blades ......5-99 When It Is Time for New Tires .......5-69 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ....5-100...
Page 341: Service
Service California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to emit chemicals known to the State of California to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive for all your service needs.
Page 342: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work CAUTION: If you want to do some of your own service work, you will want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than You can be injured and your vehicle could be this manual can.
Page 343: Fuel
Fuel Gasoline Speciﬁcations It is recommended that gasoline meet speciﬁcations Gasoline which were developed by automobile manufacturers The 8th digit of your vehicle identiﬁcation number (VIN) around the world and contained in the World-Wide Fuel shows the code letter or number that identiﬁes your Charter which is available from the Alliance of Automobile engine.
Page 344: Additives
Additives Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you buy are now required to contain additives that will help gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT.
Page 345: Fuels In Foreign Countries
to use it. The ethanol in E-85 is a “renewable” fuel, unleaded gasoline is recommended when pulling a meaning it is made from renewable sources such as corn trailer. For payload capacity with ethanol fuel, see and other crops. Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-47. Many service stations will not have an 85% ethanol Notice: Some additives are not compatible with fuel (E-85) pump available.
Page 346: Filling The Tank
Filling the Tank CAUTION: CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. cause bad injuries.
Page 347: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container The TIGHTEN FUEL CAP message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC) if the fuel cap is not properly installed. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-49 for more information. CAUTION: CAUTION: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle.
Page 348: Checking Things Under The Hood
Checking Things Under Hood Release the Hood To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the handle with this symbol on it. It is CAUTION: located inside the vehicle to the lower left of the steering column. An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running.
Page 349 Vehicles with Body-Side Cladding Vehicles without Body-Side Cladding 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and push the secondary hood release lever to the left. This lever is located under the front emblem for vehicles with gray body–side cladding, and above the emblem for vehicles with no body–side cladding.
Page 350: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the VORTEC™ 5300 V8 engine, here is what you will see: 5-12...
Page 351 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air H. Remote Negative (−) Terminal (GND). See Jump Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20. Starting on page 5-42. B. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling I. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (Out of View). See System on page 5-30 and Coolant Surge Tank Power Steering Fluid on page 5-36.
Page 352 When you open the hood on the VORTEC™ 8100 V8 engine, here is what you will see: 5-14...
Page 353: Engine Oil
A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air M. Battery. See Battery on page 5-41. Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20. N. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding B. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid System on page 5-30 and Coolant Surge Tank on page 5-36.
Page 354: When To Add Engine Oil
2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel Notice: Do not add too much oil. If the engine has or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it so much oil that the oil level gets above the again, keeping the tip down, and check the level.
Page 355: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certiﬁed by the American...
Page 356: Engine Oil Additives
If you are in an area of extreme cold, where the When the system has calculated that oil life has been temperature falls below −20°F (−29°C), it is diminished, it will indicate that an oil change is recommended that you use either an SAE 5W-30 necessary.
Page 357: How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life What to Do with Used Oil System Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long.
Page 358: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment If your vehicle is equipped with an air ﬁlter restriction Overview on page 5-12 for indicator, it lets you know when the engine air cleaner/ the location of the ﬁlter needs to be replaced.
Page 359 How to Inspect the Engine Air Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter and Resetting the Air Filter Restriction Cleaner/Filter Indicator 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/orange “change”...
Page 360: Automatic Transmission Fluid
CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop ﬂame if the engine backﬁres. If it is not there and the engine backﬁres, you could be burned.
Page 361: How To Check Automatic Transmission Fluid
How to Check Automatic Transmission Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above Fluid 50°F (10°C). If it is colder than 50°F (10°C), drive the vehicle in THIRD (3) until the engine temperature Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes.
Page 362 Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: The transmission dipstick handle with this graphic is located at the rear of the engine compartment, on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location.
Page 363: Engine Coolant
Consistency of Readings Notice: Use of the incorrect automatic transmission ﬂuid may damage your vehicle, and the damages Always check the ﬂuid level at least twice using the may not be covered by your warranty. Always procedure described previously. Consistency (repeatable use the automatic transmission ﬂuid listed in readings) is important to maintaining proper ﬂuid level.
Page 364 A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and ® DEX-COOL coolant will: CAUTION: Give freezing protection down to −34°F (−37°C). • • Give boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C). Adding only plain water to your cooling • system can be dangerous. Plain water, or Protect against rust and corrosion.
Page 365: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant Adding Coolant ® If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL The coolant surge tank is located in the engine coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. engine is cool.
Page 366: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may CAUTION: occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured. Steam from an overheated engine can burn The coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully you badly, even if you just open the hood.
Page 367: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
Notice: If your engine catches ﬁre because you 3. If you are in a traffic jam, shift to NEUTRAL (N); keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can otherwise, shift to the highest gear while be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be driving —...
Page 368: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
Overheated Engine Protection Cooling System Operating Mode When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: 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.
Page 369 CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down.
Page 370 When the engine is cold, Notice: Engine damage from running your engine the coolant level should be without coolant is not covered by your warranty. See at or above the FULL Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on COLD mark. If it is not, you page 5-30 for information on driving to a safe place may have a leak at the in an emergency.
Page 371: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank CAUTION: If you have not found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible Adding only plain water to your cooling but the coolant level is not at the FULL COLD mark, add system can be dangerous.
Page 372 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant CAUTION: surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full turn. You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop.
Page 373: Engine Fan Noise
Engine Fan Noise If your vehicle is equipped with a clutched engine cooling fan, when the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. In most everyday driving conditions, the fan is spinning slower and the clutch is not fully engaged.
Page 374: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid 3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. 4. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for 5. Remove the cap again and look at the ﬂuid reservoir location.
Page 375: Adding Washer Fluid
Adding Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, follow Your vehicle has a message that comes on when the the manufacturer’s instructions for adding washer ﬂuid is low. The message is displayed for water. 15 seconds at the start of each ignition cycle. When the •...
Page 376: Brakes
Brakes 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 Brake Fluid much ﬂuid when you get new brake linings. You should add or remove brake ﬂuid, as necessary, only when Your brake master cylinder work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
Page 377 Checking Brake Fluid Always clean the brake ﬂuid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help You can check the brake ﬂuid without taking off the cap. keep dirt from entering the reservoir. Look at the brake ﬂuid reservoir.
Page 378: Brake Wear
Brake Wear Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque speciﬁcations. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads Brake linings should always be replaced as complete...
Page 379: Battery
Replacing Brake System Parts Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many chemicals known to the State of California to cause parts have to be of top quality and work well together if cancer and reproductive harm.
Page 380: Jump Starting
Jump Starting 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. If your vehicle’s battery has run down, you may want to Notice: If the other vehicle’s system is not a 12-volt use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start system with a negative ground, both vehicles can your vehicle.
Page 381 4. Open the hood and locate the positive (+) and The remote negative (−) negative (−) terminal locations on the other terminal is located on the vehicle. engine accessory drive bracket and is marked Your vehicle has a remote positive (+) jump starting GND (Ground) for terminal and a remote negative (−) jump starting all Vortec 5300 engines.
Page 382 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. Vortec 8100 Engine The remote negative (−) terminal is located on the thermostat housing and is marked GND (Ground) for all Vortec 8100 engines.
Page 383 CAUTION: CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery Fans or other moving engine parts can injure gas to explode. People have been hurt doing you badly. Keep your hands away from moving this, and some have been blinded. Use a parts once the engine is running.
Page 384 8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to the Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or negative (−) terminal of the good battery. Use a removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may remote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one. occur and damage the vehicle.
Page 385: Rear Axle
How to Check Lubricant To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3.
Page 386: Four-Wheel Drive
What to Use How to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13. Four-Wheel Drive Transfer Case It is not necessary to regularly check transfer case ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise.
Page 387: Front Axle
Front Axle To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. When to Check and Change Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole, located on the front axle, you may need to add It is not necessary to regularly check front axle ﬂuid some lubricant: unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an...
Page 388: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement Headlamps For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Vehicles with Body-Side Cladding Replacement Bulbs on page 5-58. To replace a headlamp bulb, do the following: For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-10 section, contact your dealer.
Page 389 A. Low-Beam Headlamp B. High-Beam Headlamp 6. Turn the bulb connector counterclockwise and 4. Pull the pins away from their clips and pull them up pull it out of the assembly. until they completely release from the vehicle. 7. Unplug the electrical connector from the old bulb. 5.
Page 390 Vehicles without Body-Side Cladding To replace a headlamp bulb, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-10 for more information. A. Low-Beam Headlamp B. High-Beam Headlamp 4. Unplug the electrical connector. 5. Turn the old bulb counterclockwise and remove it from the headlamp assembly.
Page 391: Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker And Parking Lamps
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps Vehicles with Body-Side Cladding To replace a front turn signal, sidemarker, or parking lamp bulb, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-10 for more information. 2. Remove the turn signal/parking lamp assembly by pressing the release clip on the...
Page 392: Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker And Daytime Running Lamps
6. Put the new bulb into the bulb socket. 7. Put the bulb socket into the turn signal assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks (the sidemarker lamp does not lock into place). 8. Place the inboard end of the turn signal/parking lamp assembly into the pocket.
Page 393 A. Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) 3. Pull the turn signal assembly out from the vehicle. B. Front Turn Signal/Parking Lamp C. Sidemarker Lamp 4. Press the locking release lever (the sidemarker lamp does not have a locking release lever), turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the turn signal assembly.
Page 394 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) 5. Remove the old bulb from the bulb socket. 6. Install a new bulb into the bulb socket. Vehicles with Body-Side Cladding 7. Reinstall the bulb socket into the turn signal assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks The daytime running lamps (DRL) are located in the (the sidemarker lamps does not lock into place).
Page 395: Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps And Back-Up Lamps
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps A. Stoplamp/Taillamp B. Turn Signal Lamp and Back-up Lamps C. Back-up Lamp To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 1. Open the tailgate. See Tailgate on page 2-20 for more information. 2. Remove the two rear lamp assembly screws near the tailgate latch and pull out the...
Page 396: Replacement Bulbs
Windshield Wiper Blade 6. Press a new bulb into the socket and turn the socket clockwise into the taillamp assembly Replacement until it clicks. 7. Reinstall the taillamp assembly and tighten the Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear screws.
Page 397: Tires
CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. • Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction. You could have an air-out and a serious accident. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-47. • Underinﬂated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires.
Page 398: Tire Sidewall Labelling
Tire Sidewall Labelling (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 Useful information about a tire is molded into the service description. See the “Tire Size” illustration sidewall.
Page 399 (D) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN): The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured. The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture.
Page 400: Tire Size
(B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria (G) Single Tire Maximum Load: Maximum load that Speciﬁcation): Original equipment tires designed to can be carried and the maximum pressure needed GM’s speciﬁc tire performance criteria have a TPC to support that load when used as a single. For speciﬁcation code molded onto the sidewall.
Page 401: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United States (F) Service Description: The service description version of a metric tire sizing system. The letter P as the indicates the load range and speed rating of a tire. The ﬁrst character in the tire size means a passenger load index can range from 1 to 279.
Page 402 Cold Inﬂation Pressure: The amount of air pressure in Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A tire used on light duty a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) or trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up heat Load Index: An assigned number ranging from from driving.
Page 403 Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on passenger Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands, sometimes cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose called “wear bars,” that show across the tread of a tire vehicles. when only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread remains. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-69.
Page 404: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure A Tire and 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 Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate original equipment tires and their recommended cold tire effectively.
Page 405: When To Check
When to Check Tire Inspection and Rotation Check your tires once a month or more. Do not forget to Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles check the spare tire. For additional information (8 000 to 13 000 km). regarding the spare tire, see Spare Tire on page 5-93.
Page 406 After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inﬂation pressures as shown on the tire and loading information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-47 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-66, for more information. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened.
Page 407: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires • The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that can’t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to Buying New Tires check the treadwear indicators, which will...
Page 408 If you replace your vehicle’s tires with those not having a TPC Spec number, the tire pressure monitoring CAUTION: (Continued) system may give an inaccurate low pressure warning. Non-TPC Spec tires may give a low pressure warning Your vehicle may be equipped with a different that is higher or lower than the proper warning level you would get with TPC Spec numbered tires.
Page 409: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on Quality grades can be found where applicable on the the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum conditions on a speciﬁed government test course.
Page 410: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced representing the tire’s resistance to the generation carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested and best overall performance.
Page 411: Used Replacement Wheels
Used Replacement Wheels If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts CAUTION: for your vehicle.
Page 412: Tire Chains
Tire Chains Notice: If your vehicle is a 2500 Series, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the tires of the rear axle. Don’t CAUTION: use chains on the tires of the front axle.
Page 413: Changing A Flat Tire
by steering the way you want the vehicle to go. It may be very bumpy and noisy, but you can still steer. Gently CAUTION: brake to a stop, well off the road if possible. Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle CAUTION: can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people.
Page 414: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools When you have a ﬂat tire, use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks. The jack and the wheel blocks are located under a cover near the passenger side rear seat. To remove the jack and wheel blocks, do the following: Rear Seat (Passenger Side) Jack Cover The following information will tell you how to use the...
Page 415 3. Remove the wheel blocks (A) attached to the jack (E) by turning the wing nut (C) counterclockwise. Place the wheel blocks where needed as indicated in previously in this section. The tools for changing a ﬂat tire are located in the passenger’s side top-box storage unit.
Page 416 Top-box Storage Unit (Passenger’s Side) 2. Remove the black pouch from the storage box. You now have all of the tools you will need to A. Spare Tire (Valve G. Hoist Shaft Access lower the spare tire and change a ﬂat. Stem Pointed Down) Hole You will use the jack handle extensions and the wheel...
Page 417 Follow these instructions to lower the spare tire: 3. Insert the hoist end (open end) (F) of the 1. Your vehicle may be equipped with a hoist lock (J). extension through Open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper and the hole (G) in the use the ignition key to remove the lock.
Page 418: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and 5. Use the hook on the wheel wrench to pull the Installing the Spare Tire hoist cable towards you to assist in reaching the Use the following pictures and instructions to remove spare tire. the ﬂat tire and raise the vehicle. 6.
Page 419 1. If your vehicle has 2. Use the wheel wrench wheel nut caps, loosen to loosen all the them by turning the wheel nuts. Turn the wheel wrench wheel wrench counterclockwise. If the counterclockwise to vehicle has a center loosen the wheel nuts. cap with wheel Do not remove the nut caps, the wheel nut...
Page 420 CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to ﬁt the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle.
Page 421 Rear Position — 1500 Rear Position — 2500 Series Series Rear Tire Flat: If the ﬂat tire is on a rear tire of the Front Position vehicle, you will need to use the jack handle and both jack handle extensions. Attach the wheel Front Tire Flat: If the ﬂat tire is on a front tire of wrench to the jack handle extensions.
Page 422 4. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the ﬂat tire. 5. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces, and CAUTION: spare wheel. Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time.
Page 423 7. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel after mounting the spare. 8. Tighten each wheel nut by hand. Then use the Front Position wheel wrench to tighten the wheel nuts until the wheel is held against the hub.
Page 424 CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts.
Page 425: Secondary Latch System
• If you are reinstalling the smooth center cap, place it on the wheel and tap it into place until it seats ﬂush with the wheel. Secondary Latch System Your vehicle has an underbody-mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It is designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly falling off your vehicle.
Page 426 To release the spare tire from the secondary latch, 4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. If the do the following: spare tire lowers to the ground, continue with Step 5 of Removing the Spare Tire and Tools on page 5-76.
Page 427 9. Position the center lift point of the jack under the 8. Attach the jack handle, extension, and wheel center of the spare tire. wrench to the jack and place it (with the wheel blocks) under the vehicle towards the front of the 10.
Page 428 14. Tilt the retainer (D) at the end of the cable CAUTION: and pull it through the wheel opening. Pull the tire out Someone standing too close during the from under the vehicle. 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...
Page 429: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
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 vehicle for an extended period of time or with the valve stem pointing up may damage the...
Page 430 To store the ﬂat or spare tire, do the following: 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down and toward the rear of the vehicle. 2. Tilt the retainer (D) downward and through the wheel opening.
Page 431: Spare Tire
5. Raise the tire part way upward. Make sure the To store the tools, follow these steps: retainer is seated in the wheel opening. 1. Return the tools to the tool bag and place it back in 6. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the the top-box storage unit.
Page 432: Appearance Care
Your vehicle may have a different size spare tire than Never use these to clean the vehicle: the road tires-those originally installed on your vehicle. • Benzene This spare tire was developed for use on your • Naphtha vehicle, so it is all right to drive on it. If your vehicle has four-wheel drive and the smaller spare is installed, •...
Page 433: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Vehicle
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Many cleaners contain solvents that may become concentrated in your vehicle’s breathing space. Before using cleaners, read and adhere to all safety Your vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if instructions on the label. While cleaning your vehicle’s it is cleaned often.
Page 434: Fabric/Carpet
• To clean, use the following instructions: Use only mild, neutral-pH soaps. Avoid laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers. 1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with water or Using too much soap will leave a residue that club soda. leaves streaks and attracts dirt.
Page 435: Leather
Leather products, or those containing organic solvents to clean your vehicle’s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non-uniform A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to manner. remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can Some commercial products may increase gloss on your be used.
Page 436: Weatherstrips
Weatherstrips Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. silicone grease with a clean cloth.
Page 437: Windshield And Wiper Blades
Windshield and Wiper Blades 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., If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield can damage your vehicle’s ﬁnish if they remain washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, on painted surfaces.
Page 438: Aluminum Or Chrome-Plated Wheels
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels Use chrome polish only on chrome-plated wheels, but avoid any painted surface of the wheel, and buff off immediately after application. The vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Notice: If you drive your vehicle through an Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire soap and water.
Page 439: Sheet Metal Damage
Sheet Metal Damage At least every spring, ﬂush these materials from the underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect. Dirt packed in close areas of If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal the frame should be loosened before being ﬂushed.
Page 440: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Usage Removes swirl marks, ﬁne Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish scratches, and other light Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior surface contamination. Wax-Treated polishing cloth. Removes light scratches Cleaner Wax Tar and Road Oil Removes tar, road oil, and protects ﬁnish.
Page 441: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label You will ﬁnd this label on the inside of the glove box. Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label, you will ﬁnd the following: •...
Page 442: Windshield Wiper Fuses
Windshield Wiper Fuses If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t have a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same amperage. Just pick some feature of your vehicle The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal that you can get along without –...
Page 443 Fuses Usage IGN 3 Ignition, Heated Seats Four-Wheel Drive System HTR A/C Climate Control System Power Door Lock Relay LOCK (Lock Function) Inside Rearview Mirror, HVAC 1 Climate Control System Driver’s Door Harness L DOOR Connection CRUISE Cruise Control Power Door Lock Relay UNLOCK (Unlock Function) RR FOG LP...
Page 444: Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block Fuses Usage LT TRLR ST/TRN Left Turn Signal/Stop Trailer The center instrument panel utility block is located Left Turn Signals and underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the LT TRN Sidemarkers steering column. Vehicle Stoplamps, Brake VEH STOP Module, Electronic Throttle...
Page 445: Underhood Fuse Block
Underhood Fuse Block Device Usage SL RIDE Ride Control (Not Used) HDLR 2 Headliner Wiring Connector 2 BODY Body Wiring Connector DEFOG Rear Defogger Relay HDLNR 1 Headliner Wiring Connector 1 SPARE RELAY Not Used Driver and Passenger Seat CB SEAT Module Circuit Breaker Rear Right Power Window, CB RT DOOR...
Page 446 5-108...
Page 447 *1 — Gasoline Engine and Fuel Injection Rail #2. Fuses Usage *2 — Gasoline Engine and Fuel Injection Rail #1. Left Bussed Electrical Center, LBEC 1 Left Doors, Truck Body *3 — Gasoline Engine; Oxygen Sensors. Controller, Flasher Module *4 — Gasoline Engine; Oxygen Sensors. TRL PARK Parking Lamps Trailer Wiring *5 —...
Page 448 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Ignition Coil, Fuel Daytime Running Lamps INJ 1 Injectors--Bank 1 Relay Ignition Coil, Fuel SEO IGN Rear Defog Relay INJ 2 Injectors--Bank 2 TBC IGN1 Truck Body Controller Ignition Instrument Panel Cluster, Air Driver’s Side High Beam HI HDLP-LT Conditioning Relay, Turn Headlamp...
Page 449 Auxiliary Electric Cooling Fan Fuse Fuses Usage Block Driver’s Side Headlamp Low LO HDLP-LT Beam Brake Transmission Shift The auxiliary electric BTSI Interlock System cooling fan fuse block is located in the engine CRNK Starting System compartment on the Passenger’s Side Headlamp LO HDLP-RT driver’s side of the vehicle Low Beam...
Page 450: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R-134a 1.6 lbs 0.7 kg Engine Cooling System VORTEC™...
Page 451 Engine Speciﬁcations Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap VORTEC™ 5300 V8 Automatic 0.040 inches (1.01 mm) VORTEC™ 5300 V8 Automatic 0.040 inches (1.01 mm) VORTEC™ 8100 V8 Automatic 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) 5-113...
Page 452 NOTES 5-114...
Page 453 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........6-2 Owner Checks and Services ......6-9 Introduction ...........6-2 At Each Fuel Fill ..........6-9 Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 At Least Once a Month .........6-10 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....6-2 At Least Once a Year ........6-10 Using the Maintenance Schedule ......6-2 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....6-13 Scheduled Maintenance ........6-4...
Page 454: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your Introduction vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance is Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and important.
Page 455 This schedule is for vehicles that: • carry passengers and cargo within recommended CAUTION: limits. You will ﬁnd these limits on the tire and loading information label. See Loading Your Vehicle Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can on page 4-47. be dangerous.
Page 456: Scheduled Maintenance
The proper replacement parts, ﬂuids and lubricants to If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, use are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants you must service your vehicle within 3,000 miles on page 6-13 and Normal Maintenance Replacement (5 000 km) since your last service.
Page 457 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on page 5-15. Reset oil life • • system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-18. An Emission Control Service. • • Lubricate chassis components. See footnote #. •...
Page 458: Additional Required Services
Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional Required Services 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (41 500) (83 000) (125 000) (166 000)
Page 459: Maintenance Footnotes
Additional Required Services (cont’d) 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (41 500) (83 000) (125 000) (166 000) (207 500) (240 000) Replace spark plugs and inspect spark • plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Engine cooling system service (or every ﬁve years, whichever occurs ﬁrst).
Page 460 (b) Visually inspect front and rear suspension and (f) Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch assembly, steering system for damaged, loose, or missing parts, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect power midgate hinges, side storage box door hinges, tailgate steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, hinges, tailgate linkage, outer tailgate handle pivot...
Page 461: Owner Checks And Services
At Each Fuel Fill (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. It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel ﬁll.
Page 462: At Least Once A Month
At Least Once a Month At Least Once a Year Tire Inﬂation Check Starter Switch Check Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure they are inﬂated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to CAUTION: check the spare tire. See Tires on page 5-59 for further details.
Page 463: Ignition Transmission Lock Check
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Ignition Transmission Lock Check Control System Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position. • The ignition should turn to LOCK only when the CAUTION: shift lever is in PARK (P).
Page 464: Underbody Flushing Service
Parking Brake and Automatic • To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. CAUTION: ® Contact your GM Goodwrench dealer if service is required.
Page 465: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricants Windshield ® Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent. Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part GM Power Steering Fluid Power Steering (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in number, or speciﬁcation may be obtained from System Canada 89021186).
Page 466 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Lubricant Hood Hinges (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Rear Axle (GM Part No. U.S. 12378261, in Canada 10953474). Canada 10953455) meeting GM Outer Tailgate Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Speciﬁcation 9986115. Handle Pivot (GM Part No.
Page 467: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your GM dealer. ® Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter High Capacity 25313349 A1518C Standard 25313348* A1519C* Oil Filter 5300 V8 88984215 PF46...
Page 468: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 can be added on the following record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts.
Page 469 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-17...
Page 470 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-18...
Page 471 Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Assistance and Information ....7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ........7-10 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Online Owner Center ........7-3 Government ..........7-10 Customer Assistance for Text Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Telephone (TTY) Users ........7-4 Government ..........7-11 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4...
Page 472: Customer Assistance And Information
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to visible through the windshield. your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your • Dealership name and location.
Page 473: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle needs.
Page 474: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free 1-800-263-3777 (English) number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes 1-800-263-7854 (French) to write to Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Chevrolet’s Customer Assistance Center. Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 United States —...
Page 475: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
C.P. 11910, Mexico, D.F. Roadside Assistance Program 01-800-508-0000 Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0 800 As the owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside GM Mobility Reimbursement Assistance program. This value-added service is Program intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road.
Page 476 • Dealer Locator Service 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872), text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-888-889-2438. Chevrolet reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Chevrolet’s judgement, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence.
Page 477: Scheduling Service Appointments
Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. When your vehicle requires warranty service, you should Chevrolet reserves the right to make any changes or contact your dealer and request an appointment. discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at By scheduling a service appointment and advising your any time without notiﬁcation.
Page 478: Transportation Options
Transportation Options Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy Warranty service can generally be completed while you rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle wait. However, if you are unable to wait, GM helps that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for a warranty to minimize your inconvenience by providing several repair.
Page 479: Vehicle Data Collection And Event Data Recorders
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as shuttle Data Recorders service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact your dealer for speciﬁc information about Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a availability.
Page 480: Reporting Safety Defects
Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes, these Others, such as law enforcement, may have access to on-board systems do not record sounds, such as the special equipment that can read the information conversation of vehicle occupants. if they have access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data.
Page 481: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in Washington, D.C. 20590 a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify General Motors. Please call the Chevrolet Customer You can also obtain other information about motor Assistance Center at 1-800-222-1020, or write: vehicle safety from the hotline.
Page 482: Current And Past Model Order Forms
Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Current and Past Model Order Forms Case Unit Repair Manual Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, This manual provides information on unit repair service please specify year and model name of the vehicle. procedures, adjustments, and speciﬁcations for GM transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases.
Page 483 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ..... 5-100 Care of Safety Belts ........5-97 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-19 Chemical Paint Spotting ......5-101 Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment ..4-54 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ....5-98 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ....
Page 484 Audio System(s) (cont.) Bulb Replacement ........... 5-50 Setting the Time .......... 3-65 Daytime Running Lamps ....... 5-56 Theft-Deterrent Feature ....... 3-102 Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Daytime Understanding Radio Reception ....3-103 Running Lamps ........5-54 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ... 3-104 Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Automatic Headlamp System ......
Page 485 Center Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ..1-22 Cleaning Center Overhead Console ........ 2-57 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ..... 5-100 Chains, Tire ........... 5-74 Exterior Lamps/Lenses ......... 5-98 Charging System Light ........3-34 Fabric/Carpet ..........5-96 Check Finish Care ..........5-98 Engine Light ..........
Page 486 Cruise Control Light ........3-43 Door Customer Assistance Information Delayed Locking ........... 2-9 Courtesy Transportation ........7-7 Locks ............2-8 Customer Assistance for Text Power Door Locks ......... 2-9 Telephone (TTY) Users ....... 7-4 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ..... 2-10 Customer Assistance Offices ......
Page 487 Electrical System ........... 5-103 Filter Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block ..... 5-106 Engine Air Cleaner ........5-20 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......5-104 Finish Damage ..........5-101 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ....... 5-104 Fixed Mast Antenna ........3-104 Power Windows and Other Power Options ..5-104 Flash-to-Pass ...........
Page 488 Fuses Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block ..... 5-106 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......5-104 Head Restraints ..........1-7 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ....... 5-104 Headlamps ............ 5-50 Underhood Fuse Block ....... 5-107 Automatic Headlamp System ......3-15 Windshield Wiper ........
Page 489 Hood Checking Things Under ........ 5-10 Labelling, Tire Sidewall ........5-60 Release ............. 5-10 Lamps Horn ............... 3-6 Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp ......3-17 How to Use This Manual ........ii Battery Run-Down Protection ......3-19 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ....1-14 Dome ............
Page 490 Light (cont.) Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Security ............. 3-43 Introduction ..........6-2 Tow/Haul Mode ........... 3-44 Maintenance Footnotes ........6-7 Traction Off ..........3-37 Maintenance Record ........6-16 Lighting Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 Entry/Exit ........... 3-18 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ..6-15 Loading Your Vehicle ........
Page 491 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode .......... 5-30 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Owner Checks and Services ......6-9 Manual ............3-89 Owners, Canadian ..........ii New Vehicle Break-In ........2-26 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts .... 6-15 Park (P) Shifting Into ..........2-39 Odometer ............
Page 492 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with Compass and Temperature Display ....2-46 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ..1-13 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with ® OnStar , Compass and Temperature Display ... 2-43 Reclining Seatbacks .......... 1-5 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....6-13 Recovery Hooks ..........
Page 493 Securing a Child Restraint Center Front Seat Position ......1-46 Safety Belt Designed for the LATCH System ....1-44 Reminder Light ..........3-31 Rear Seat Position ........1-44 Safety Belts Right Front Seat Position ......1-46 Care of ............5-97 Security Light ..........
Page 494 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ....... 3-102 Tilt Wheel ............3-6 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ......... 3-6 Tires ............. 5-59 Storage Areas Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels, All-Weather Cargo Area ........ 2-70 Cleaning ..........5-100 Center Console Storage Area ......2-58 Buying New Tires ........5-69 Center Overhead Console ......
Page 495 Top Strap Anchor Location ....... 1-41 Top-Box Storage ..........2-74 Understanding Radio Reception ....... 3-103 Tow/Haul Mode ..........2-33 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......5-71 Tow/Haul Mode Light ........3-44 Towing Recreational Vehicle ........4-58 Towing a Trailer .......... 4-64 Your Vehicle ..........
Page 496 Windshield Washer ......... 3-10 Fluid ............5-36 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ....3-29 Windshield Wiper Warnings Blade Replacement ........5-58 DIC Warnings and Messages ......3-49 Fuses ............5-104 Hazard Warning Flashers ....... 3-6 Windshield Wipers ......... 3-9 Other Warning Devices ........3-6 Winter Driving ..........

Chevrolet Avalanche Owner's Manual

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Child Restraints

Rear Seats

Safety Belts

Airbag System

Restraint System Check

Section 2 Features and Controls

Keys

Doors and Locks

Windows

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

Onstar System

Homelink ® Wireless Control System

Storage Areas

Sunroof

Vehicle Personalization

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

Quick Links

Chapters

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