Page 1: Table Of Contents
2012 Chevrolet Express Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Seats and Restraints ..3-1 Lighting .
Page 2 2012 Chevrolet Express Owner Manual Driving and Operating ..9-1 Vehicle Care ....10-1 Technical Data ....12-1 Driving Information .
Page 3 ® If the vehicle has the Duramax this manual including, but not limited suivante: Diesel engine, see the Duramax to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, Helm, Incorporated diesel supplement for additional and the CHEVROLET Emblem, and Attention: Customer Service specific information on this engine.
Page 4: Index
Introduction Using this Manual Symbols WARNING To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and These mean there is something the vehicle, use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other back of the manual.
Page 5: Onstar
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Charging System : Oil Pressure Here are some additional symbols : Cruise Control : Power that may be found on the vehicle : Engine Coolant Temperature : Remote Vehicle Start and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to : Exterior Lamps : Safety Belt Reminders...
Page 6 Introduction NOTES...
Page 7: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Mirror Adjustment ... . . 1-9 Performance and Maintenance ® Steering Wheel StabiliTrak System ..1-18 Adjustment ....1-10 Tire Pressure Monitor .
Page 8: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel...
Page 9: Onstar Overview
In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 7. Exterior Lamp Controls on Tow/Haul Mode Button. See page 6 1. Tow/Haul Mode under Towing B. Driver Information Center (DIC) Equipment on page 9 51. Buttons. See Driver Information Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6 5.
Page 10: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive : Press and release to locate the vehicle. Press and hold for Information more than two seconds to sound the This section provides a brief panic alarm. Press again to overview about some of the cancel the panic alarm. important features that may or may See Keys on page 2 2 and Remote not be on your specific vehicle.
Page 11 In Brief The engine will continue to run for Door Locks Power Door Locks 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a On vehicles with power door locks, Manual Door Locks 10-minute time extension. Remote the switches are located on the start can be extended only once.
Page 12: Seat Adjustment
In Brief Power Windows Express Down Seat Adjustment The driver window switch also has Manual Seats an express-down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch. Press fully and release the window switch marked AUTO to activate the express-down mode.
Page 13 In Brief Power Seats Reclining Seatbacks To return the seatback to the upright position: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
Page 14: Safety Belts
In Brief Safety Belts Airbag On-Off Switch If the instrument panel has one of the switches pictured in the following illustrations, the vehicle has an airbag on-off switch that you can use to manually turn on or off the right front passenger airbag. Canada and Mexico To operate the airbag on off switch, use the vehicle key.
Page 15 In Brief Passenger Sensing System The passenger sensing system, if equipped, will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbag Canada and Mexico and roof rail airbags, if equipped, See Passenger Sensing System on are not affected by this.
Page 16 1-10 In Brief Interior Mirror Steering Wheel Adjustment Hold the inside rearview mirror in the center to move it for a clearer view behind the vehicle. Adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the headlamps behind. Push the tab, located at the base of the mirror, forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use.
Page 17 In Brief 1-11 Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting DOME OFF: This button is located above the instrument panel Dome Lamp brightness knob. The dome lamps come on when any Press the button in and the dome door is opened. They turn off after lamps remain off when a door is all the doors are closed.
Page 18 1-12 In Brief Windshield Wiper/Washer : Turns on the parking lamps, : Slow wipes. taillamps, instrument panel lights, : Fast wipes. and license plate lamps. : Use to turn the wipers off. : Turns on the headlamps, : Push the paddle on top of the parking lamps, taillamps, instrument multifunction lever to spray washer panel lights, and license plate...
Page 19: Climate Controls
In Brief 1-13 Climate Controls The vehicle's heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled with these systems. Vehicles without Air Conditioning A. Fan Control B. Temperature Control C. Air Delivery Mode Control...
Page 20 1-14 In Brief vehicle's transmission and vehicle speed while driving downhill or towing a trailer by letting you select a desired range of gears. To use this feature, do the following: 1. Move the shift lever to M (Manual Mode). 2.
Page 21: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1-15 Vehicle Features SEEK or SEEK: Seek or scan stations. Radio(s) : Press to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time. While the ignition is off, press this button to display the time. Press to display additional text information related to the current FM-RDS station or MP3 song.
Page 22 1-16 In Brief Storing a Favorite Station Setting the Clock Satellite Radio Depending on which radio the To set the time and date for the XM is a satellite radio service based vehicle has, radio stations are Radio with CD (MP3): in the 48 contiguous United States stored as either favorites or presets.
Page 23: Portable Audio Devices
In Brief 1-17 Portable Audio Devices vehicle. Not all phones will support : Press to go to the next favorite all functions. For more information, radio station, track on a CD, This vehicle may have an auxiliary visit www.gm.com/bluetooth. ® or folder on an iPod or USB input located on the radio faceplate...
Page 24: Performance And Maintenance
1-18 In Brief For more information, see Steering SET : Press to set the speed and Performance and Wheel Controls on page 5 2. activate cruise control or press and Maintenance hold to decelerate. Cruise Control : Press to disengage cruise ®...
Page 25: Tire Pressure Monitor
In Brief 1-19 To turn off traction control, press Tire Pressure Monitor indicator that the tire pressures are and release the StabiliTrak getting low and the tires need to be This vehicle may have a Tire button . The appropriate DIC inflated to the proper pressure.
Page 26: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
Mexico: 01-800-466-0800 conditions require. unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel As the owner of a new Chevrolet, Keep vehicle tires properly containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). you are automatically enrolled in the inflated.
Page 27 Emergency, Security, Navigation, maintenance tips, online owner Connection, and Diagnostic manual, special privileges, Services. See OnStar Overview on and more. page 14 1. Sign up today at: U.S.: chevrolet.com (click on Owners, then Manage My Chevrolet/Owners Login ) Canada: chevroletowner.ca...
Page 28 1-22 In Brief NOTES...
Page 29: Keys, Doors, And Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Doors Interior Mirrors Side Door Manual Rearview Mirror ..2-14 Windows (60/40 Swing-Out) ... 2-8 Windows Sliding Door ....2-9 Windows .
Page 30: Keys And Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks If you are locked out of the vehicle, call the Roadside Assistance Center. See Roadside Assistance Keys Program (U.S. and Canada) on page 13 7 or Roadside Assistance WARNING Program (Mexico) on page 13 9. With an active OnStar subscription, Leaving children in a vehicle with an OnStar Advisor may remotely...
Page 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows Check the location. Other (Unlock): Press to unlock the vehicles or objects may be driver door. If is pressed again blocking the signal. within five seconds, all remaining Check the transmitter's battery. doors unlock. See Battery Replacement later The interior lamps come on and in this section.
Page 32 Keys, Doors, and Windows new transmitter is programmed. (Vehicle Locator/Panic Each vehicle can have up to Alarm): Press and release to four transmitters programmed to it. locate the vehicle. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds Battery Replacement three times.
Page 33: Remote Vehicle Start
Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Insert the new battery, positive If the vehicle has the remote start When the engine starts, the side facing down. Replace with a feature, the RKE transmitter parking lamps will turn on and CR2032 or equivalent battery. functions will have an increased remain on while the engine is range of operation.
Page 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows The engine coolant temperature After the engine has been remote WARNING (Continued) is too high. started two times, the ignition switch must be turned to ON/RUN and then The oil pressure is low. doors should be locked back to LOCK/OFF using the key whenever the vehicle is Two remote vehicle starts have...
Page 35: Automatic Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows When a door is locked, the inside This feature can be programmed door handle will not work. using the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Delay Door Cargo Door Relocking Lock in Vehicle Personalization on page 5 40. If the cargo door is open when the lock button is pressed on the door Automatic Door Locks...
Page 36: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows If the vehicle has an ambulance For the 60/40 side swing-out door, Doors package, this feature is disabled. move the button to the right for the driver side door or to the left for the Side Door Safety Locks passenger side door to engage the (60/40 Swing-Out)
Page 37: Sliding Door
Keys, Doors, and Windows then open the door. When the door is closed, the check strap will automatically re-engage. Sliding Door To open the front portion of a To open the rear portion of a 60/40 door from the inside, pull the 60/40 door from the outside, pull the handle toward you and push the handle on the side of the rear door...
Page 38: Rear Doors
2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows When the door is closed, it will be Rear Doors WARNING (Continued) flush with the side of the body. WARNING Young children who get into Unlocked doors can be unlocked vehicles may be dangerous. unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat Passengers, especially and can suffer permanent...
Page 39: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Vehicle Security The security light will come on if there is a problem with arming or This vehicle has theft-deterrent disarming the theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make system. it impossible to steal. When the PASS-Key III+ system senses that someone is using the Immobilizer wrong key, it shuts down the...
Page 40 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows first key may be faulty. See your See your dealer or a locksmith who 4. Insert the key to be programmed dealer or a locksmith who can can service PASS-Key III+ to get a and turn it to ON/RUN within service the PASS-Key III+ to have a new key blank that is cut exactly as 10 seconds of removing the...
Page 41: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Exterior Mirrors On the lower portion of each mirror On the lower portion of each mirror is an auxiliary convex mirror. there is an auxiliary convex mirror A convex mirror's surface is curved that can be adjusted manually to Convex Mirrors so you can see more from the driver provide an extended field of view.
Page 42: Interior Mirrors
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Select each mirror by turning the Interior Mirrors Windows knob clockwise for the passenger side mirror or counterclockwise for Manual Rearview Mirror WARNING the driver side mirror. The center position is neutral. Hold the inside rearview mirror in Leaving children, helpless adults, the center to move it for a clearer Then, adjust the mirror angle by...
Page 43: Power Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Power Windows WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move.
Page 44 2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Express Down Swing-Out Windows The driver window switch also has an express-down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch. Press fully and release the window switch marked AUTO to activate the express-down mode.
Page 45: Sun Visors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Enhanced Technology The following table shows laminated glass location, based on vehicle model and options. Glass Vehicle Configuration ETG Locations The vehicle may be equipped with Enhanced Technology Glass (ETG). Eight Seat Passenger Vans Sliding door forward window ETG is part of the overall occupant Sliding door forward window and protection system on passenger...
Page 46 2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES...
Page 47: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety System Check ..3-16 Child Restraints Safety Belt Care ... . . 3-17 Older Children ....3-35 Restraints Replacing Safety Belt System Infants and Young...
Page 48: Head Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats On vehicles with factory installed Seat Adjustment seats, the front seats have built-in head restraints that are not adjustable in the outboard seating WARNING positions. You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 49: Power Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Power Seat Adjustment Reclining Seatbacks To recline the seatback: 1. Lift the lever on the inboard side of the seat. WARNING 2. Move the seatback to the If either seatback is not locked, it desired position, and then could move forward in a sudden release the lever to lock the stop or crash.
Page 50: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats WARNING Removing the Rear Seat Sitting in a reclined position when Disconnect the mini-latch plates for the vehicle is in motion can be the lap shoulder belts on the bench dangerous. Even when buckled seat to be removed. up, the safety belts cannot do their job.
Page 51 Seats and Restraints If the vehicle has floor mats, the pins are under a flap that has been cut into the mat. 3. Pull the pin handle up to disengage the pin from the retaining clip, and then pull the pin out.
Page 52 Seats and Restraints Reinstalling the Rear Seats WARNING A seat that is not locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop. People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it.
Page 53 Seats and Restraints 3. Insert the locking pins into the WARNING seat base and push the seat to line up the pins with the base. A safety belt that is improperly On a three-passenger seat, the routed, not properly attached, pin with the black cap or twisted will not provide the marked R must be installed on...
Page 54: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 7. Repeat this procedure for the Safety Belts other seat base. This section of the manual 8. Connect the mini-latch plates describes how to use safety belts for the lap-shoulder belts by properly. It also describes some inserting the latch plates into the things not to do with safety belts.
Page 55 Seats and Restraints Why Safety Belts Work When you wear a safety belt, you WARNING (Continued) and the vehicle slow down together. There is more time to stop because you stop over a longer distance and, It is extremely dangerous to ride when worn properly, your strongest in a cargo area, inside or outside bones take the forces from the...
Page 56: How To Wear Safety Belts
3-10 Seats and Restraints Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why How to Wear Safety Belts should I have to wear safety Properly belts? This section is only for people of A: Airbags are supplemental adult size. systems only; so they work with safety belts not instead of There are special things to know...
Page 57 Seats and Restraints 3-11 Wear the shoulder belt over the Lap-Shoulder Belt If the shoulder portion of a shoulder and across the chest. passenger belt is pulled out all All seating positions in the vehicle These parts of the body are best the way, the child restraint have a lap-shoulder belt.
Page 58 3-12 Seats and Restraints Position the release button on It may be necessary to pull Before a door is closed, be sure the the buckle so that the safety belt stitching on the safety belt safety belt is out of the way. If a could be quickly unbuckled if through the latch plate to fully door is slammed against a safety...
Page 59 Seats and Restraints 3-13 Safety Belt Pretensioners conditions for pretensioner activation are met. And, if the If the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight vehicle has side impact airbags, Rating) of the vehicle is below safety belt pretensioners can help 3 855 kg (8,500 lb) then the vehicle tighten the safety belts in a side has safety belt pretensioners for the crash or a rollover event.
Page 60 3-14 Seats and Restraints Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides. If not, they are available through your dealer. The guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults.
Page 61 Seats and Restraints 3-15 4. Buckle, position, and release the WARNING safety belt as described previously in this section. Make A safety belt that is not properly sure the shoulder portion of the worn may not provide the belt is on the shoulder and not protection needed in a crash.
Page 62: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
3-16 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is Safety System Check to protect the mother. When a safety Pregnancy Now and then, check that the safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely belt reminder light, safety belts, that the fetus will not be hurt in a Safety belts work for everyone,...
Page 63: Safety Belt Care
Seats and Restraints 3-17 Safety Belt Care Replacing Safety Belt See your dealer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or System Parts after a Keep belts clean and dry. replaced. Crash New parts and repairs may be WARNING necessary even if the safety belt WARNING system was not being used at the Do not bleach or dye safety belts.
Page 64: Airbag System
3-18 Seats and Restraints A roof-rail airbag for the driver, Airbag System Here are the most important things the passenger seated directly to know about the airbag system: behind the driver, and the third The vehicle has the following row outboard passenger position airbag: WARNING (passenger van equipped with a...
Page 65 Seats and Restraints 3-19 WARNING WARNING Airbags inflate with great force, Children who are up against, faster than the blink of an eye. or very close to, any airbag Anyone who is up against, or when it inflates can be seriously very close to, any airbag when it injured or killed.
Page 66: Where Are The Airbags
3-20 Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? Driver Side Shown, Passenger If the vehicle has one, the right front Side Similar passenger airbag is in the instrument panel on the If the vehicle is a cargo or The driver frontal airbag is in the passenger side.
Page 67: When Should An Airbag Inflate
Seats and Restraints 3-21 For passenger vans with a sliding WARNING (Continued) door, on the passenger side of the vehicle, you will have a separate through any door or window roof-rail airbag for the passenger opening. If you do, the path of an seated directly behind the right front inflating roof-rail airbag will be passenger and the third row...
Page 68 3-22 Seats and Restraints It depends largely on what you hit, Thresholds can also vary with Dual-stage airbags adjust the the direction of the impact, and how specific vehicle design. restraint according to crash severity. quickly the vehicle slows down. The vehicle has electronic frontal Frontal airbags are not intended to sensors, which help the sensing...
Page 69: How Does An Airbag Restrain
Seats and Restraints 3-23 In any particular crash, no one can Frontal airbag modules are located airbags distribute the force of the say whether an airbag should have inside the steering wheel and impact more evenly over the inflated simply because of the instrument panel.
Page 70: What Will You See After
3-24 Seats and Restraints What Will You See after turn off the interior lamps and the WARNING hazard warning flashers by using an Airbag Inflates? the controls for those features. When an airbag inflates, there After the frontal airbags inflate, they may be dust in the air.
Page 71 Seats and Restraints 3-25 Additional windshield breakage may an airbag system will not work also occur from the right front properly. See your dealer for passenger airbag. service. Airbags are designed to inflate Airbag On-Off Switch only once. After an airbag inflates, you will need some new If the instrument panel has one of parts for the airbag system.
Page 72 3-26 Seats and Restraints This switch should only be turned to Child age 1 to 12. A child from turning off the airbag and the off position if the person in the age 1 to 12 must ride in the front allowing the passenger, even if right front passenger position is a seat because:...
Page 73 Seats and Restraints 3-27 To turn off the right front passenger WARNING (Continued) frontal airbag, insert the ignition key into the switch, push in, and move To help avoid injury to yourself or the switch to the off position. others, have the vehicle serviced The airbag off light will come on to right away.
Page 74 3-28 Seats and Restraints Passenger Sensing System If the instrument panel has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system Canada and Mexico unless there is an airbag off switch The passenger airbag status located on the instrument panel.
Page 75 Seats and Restraints 3-29 roof-rail airbags, if equipped, are not A label on the sun visor says, WARNING (Continued) part of the passenger sensing Never put a rear-facing child seat in system. the front. This is because the risk to deploy under some unusual the rear-facing child is so great, The passenger sensing system...
Page 76: Child Restraint
3-30 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system is When the passenger sensing has outgrown child restraints should designed to turn off the right front system has turned off the right front wear a safety belt passenger frontal airbag if: passenger frontal airbag, the off properly whether or not there is...
Page 77 Seats and Restraints 3-31 3. Remove any additional items 6. Restart the vehicle. If a person of adult-size is sitting in from the seat such as blankets, the right front passenger seat, but If the on indicator is still lit, cushions, seat covers, seat the off indicator is lit, it could be secure the child in the child...
Page 78 3-32 Seats and Restraints This allows the system to detect that page 3 33 for more information dealer and the service manual have person and then enable the right about modifications that can affect information about servicing the front passenger frontal airbag. how the system operates.
Page 79 Seats and Restraints 3-33 Adding Equipment to the In addition, the vehicle may have If you have any questions a passenger sensing system for about this, you should contact Airbag-Equipped Vehicle the right front passenger Customer Assistance before you position, which includes sensors modify the vehicle.
Page 80: Replacing Airbag System
3-34 Seats and Restraints Q: Because I have a disability, readiness light is working. See WARNING (Continued) I have to get my vehicle Airbag Readiness Light on modified. How can I find out page 5 17. passenger(s) in a crash, resulting whether this will affect my Notice: If an airbag covering is in serious injury or even death.
Page 81: Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-35 Child Restraints booster. Use a booster seat with a Q: What is the proper way to lap-shoulder belt until the child wear safety belts? passes the fit test below: Older Children A: An older child should wear a Sit all the way back on the seat.
Page 82 3-36 Seats and Restraints In a crash, children who are not WARNING (Continued) buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be belt. The belt force would then be thrown out of the vehicle. Older applied right on the abdomen. children need to use safety belts That could cause serious or fatal properly.
Page 83: Infants And Young Children
Seats and Restraints 3-37 Infants and Young Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer WARNING (Continued) protection for adults and older Children children, but not for young children For example, in a crash at only and infants. Neither the vehicle's Everyone in a vehicle needs safety belt system nor its airbag 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) protection! This includes infants...
Page 84 3-38 Seats and Restraints Q: What are the different types of WARNING add-on child restraints? A: Add-on child restraints, which Children who are up against, are purchased by the vehicle or very close to, any airbag when owner, are available in four basic it inflates can be seriously injured types.
Page 85: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints 3-39 The restraint manufacturer's Child Restraint Systems WARNING instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and A young child's hip bones are still height limitations for a particular so small that the vehicle's regular child restraint. In addition, there safety belt may not remain low on are many kinds of restraints the hip bones, as it should.
Page 86 3-40 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system, following the Forward-Facing Child Seat...
Page 87: Where To Put The
Seats and Restraints 3-41 Children can be endangered in a and demonstrate how to correctly Where to Put the crash if the child restraint is not use and install child restraints. In Restraint properly secured in the vehicle. the U.S., refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety According to accident statistics, When securing an add-on child...
Page 88 3-42 Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints (Rear Child restraints and booster seats WARNING (Continued) Seat) on page 3 49 for more vary considerably in size, and some information, including important may fit in certain seating positions Even if the passenger sensing safety information.
Page 89: Latch System
Seats and Restraints 3-43 Keep in mind that an unsecured that came with that restraint, and Lower Anchors child restraint can move around in a also the instructions in this manual. collision or sudden stop and injure When installing a child restraint with people in the vehicle.
Page 90 3-44 Seats and Restraints Top Tether Anchor Your child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Anchor Locations Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being...
Page 91 Seats and Restraints 3-45 Do not install three child restraints in To install a child restraint in the rear the same row at the same time and center seating positions, use anchor never install two top tethers using point (B). Never install two top the same top tether anchor.
Page 92 3-46 Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child restraint in a Securing a Child Restraint position without a top tether anchor Designed for the LATCH if a national or local law requires System that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the WARNING child restraint say that the top tether...
Page 93 Seats and Restraints 3-47 the safety belts. Refer to your WARNING WARNING (Continued) child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions Do not attach more than one child of the retractor to set the lock, in this manual. restraint to a single anchor. if the vehicle has one, after the 1.1.
Page 94 3-48 Seats and Restraints anchor point (A). For the are using a single tether, rear passenger-side seating route the tether over the positions, use anchor seatback. point (B). For the center seating positions, use anchor point (B). Never install two top tethers using the same top tether anchor.
Page 95: Replacing Latch System
Seats and Restraints 3-49 Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat) When securing a child restraint in a WARNING rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child A crash can damage the LATCH restraint to make sure it is system in the vehicle.
Page 96 3-50 Seats and Restraints In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position.
Page 97: Sensing System
Seats and Restraints 3-51 6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints tether, follow the child restraint (Front Seat-Passenger manufacturer's instructions Sensing System) regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat Tethers for Children (LATCH is a safer place to secure a System) on page 3 43 for more...
Page 98 3-52 Seats and Restraints A label on the sun visor says, If the child restraint has the LATCH WARNING (Continued) Never put a rear-facing child seat in system, see Lower Anchors and the front. This is because the risk to Tethers for Children (LATCH deploy under some unusual the rear-facing child is so great,...
Page 99 Seats and Restraints 3-53 You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint.
Page 100 3-54 Seats and Restraints 7. If the vehicle does not have a Child Restraint under Passenger rear seat and the child restraint Sensing System on page 3 28 for has a top tether, follow the child more information. restraint manufacturer's To remove the child restraint, instructions regarding the use of unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and...
Page 101 Seats and Restraints 3-55 A label on the sun visor says, WARNING (Continued) WARNING Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front. This is because the risk to If the airbag readiness light ever the rear-facing child is so great, Even if the airbag switch has comes on and stays on, it means if the airbag deploys.
Page 102 3-56 Seats and Restraints If the child restraint has the LATCH You will be using the lap-shoulder around the restraint. The child system, see Lower Anchors and belt to secure the child restraint in restraint instructions will show Tethers for Children (LATCH this position.
Page 103 Seats and Restraints 3-57 Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 5 and 6. 7. If the vehicle does not have a rear seat and the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of...
Page 104 3-58 Seats and Restraints 8. Before placing a child in the If the top tether is attached to a top child restraint, make sure it is tether anchor, disconnect it. securely held in place. To check, If you turned the airbag off with the grasp the child restraint at the switch, turn on the right front safety belt path and attempt to...
Page 105: Storage Compartments
Storage Storage Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Front Storage Front Storage ....4-1 This vehicle may have a front storage compartment. It is located at the center of the instrument panel extension, by the floor.
Page 106 Storage NOTES...
Page 107 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Voltmeter Gauge ... . . 5-15 Vehicle Messages Safety Belt Reminders ..5-16 Vehicle Messages ... 5-32 Controls Airbag Readiness Light .
Page 108: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel (Next): Press to go to the next while driving. favorite radio station, track on a CD, ® or folder on an iPod or USB Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls device. Adjustment (Previous/End): Press to go to the previous favorite radio...
Page 109: Horn
Instruments and Controls Selecting Tracks on an iPod or 3. Press and release (Seek): Press to go to the next USB Device radio station while in AM, to scroll up or down the list. FM, or XM . 1. Press and hold To select a folder, press For vehicles with a CD Player or while listening to a song until the...
Page 110: Windshield Wiper/Washer
Instruments and Controls Windshield Wiper/Washer (Low Speed): Slow wipes. WARNING (High Speed): Fast wipes. In freezing weather, do not use (Off): Use to turn the wipers off. the washer until the windshield is When driving during the day and warmed. Otherwise the washer the wipers are activated, the head fluid can form ice on the lamps automatically turn on after...
Page 111 Instruments and Controls Compass variance is the difference 5. If calibration is necessary, between the earth's magnetic north calibrate the compass. See and true geographic north. If the Compass Calibration compass is not set to the zone Procedure following. where you live, the compass may Compass Calibration give false readings.
Page 112: Clock
Instruments and Controls note pad holder, or any other Set the time by following these 3. Press to start the compass magnetic item. Turn off the vehicle, steps: calibration. move the magnetic item, then turn 1. Press until the hour begins 4.
Page 113 Instruments and Controls after five seconds and the 2. Press the softkey located under 3. To decrease, press SEEK or current time displayed is the desired option. REV. You can also turn the automatically set. knob, located on the upper right 3.
Page 114: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls 2. Press the softkey located under Changing the Time and Date Power Outlets any one of the tabs to change. Default Settings The accessory power outlets can be Every time the softkey is To change the time default setting used to plug in electrical equipment, pressed again, the time or the from 12 hours to 24 hours or change...
Page 115: Cigarette Lighter
Instruments and Controls Notice: Leaving electrical Cigarette Lighter Ashtrays equipment plugged in for an To use the cigarette lighter, if the The vehicle may have a removable extended period of time while vehicle has one, push it in all the ashtray.
Page 116: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
5-10 Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a Indicators problem with the vehicle. Warning lights and gauges can When one of the warning lights signal that something is wrong comes on and stays on while...
Page 117: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls 5-11 Instrument Cluster English 4 Speed Version Shown, 6 Speed and Metric Similar...
Page 118: Speedometer
5-12 Instruments and Controls If the vehicle has a diesel engine, Trip Odometer Fuel Gauge see the Duramax diesel supplement The trip odometer can show how far for more information. the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last set Speedometer to zero.
Page 119: Engine Oil Pressure
Instruments and Controls 5-13 It takes a little more or less fuel The fuel gauge, when the ignition is Engine Oil Pressure to fill up than the fuel gauge on, indicates how much fuel is left in Gauge indicated. For example, the the vehicle fuel tank.
Page 120: Engine Coolant Temperature
5-14 Instruments and Controls A reading in the low pressure zone Engine Coolant may be caused by a dangerously Temperature Gauge low oil level or other problem causing low oil pressure. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine.
Page 121: Voltmeter Gauge
Instruments and Controls 5-15 See Engine Overheating on Readings in the low warning zone page 10 23. may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating Voltmeter Gauge in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended period. This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle.
Page 122: Safety Belt Reminders
5-16 Instruments and Controls Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt If the passenger safety belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder light comes on. Light The passenger safety belt reminder light and chime may turn on if an There is a driver safety belt object is put on the seat such as a reminder light on the instrument...
Page 123: Airbag Readiness Light
Instruments and Controls 5-17 Airbag Readiness Light The airbag readiness light flashes For vehicles with a remote start, the for a few seconds when the engine airbag readiness light will stay on The system checks the airbag's is started. If the light does not come until the driver places the ignition electrical system for possible on then, have it fixed immediately.
Page 124: Airbag On-Off Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls Airbag On-Off Light WARNING (Continued) When the right front passenger Do not turn off the passenger airbag is manually turned off using airbag unless the person sitting the airbag on-off switch on the instrument panel, if equipped, the there is in a risk group identified indicator light OFF or the off symbol by the national government.
Page 125: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls 5-19 Passenger Airbag Status When the vehicle is started, the WARNING (Continued) passenger airbag status indicator Indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol To help avoid injury to yourself or for on and off, for several seconds If the vehicle has a passenger others, have the vehicle serviced as a system check.
Page 126: Charging System Light
5-20 Instruments and Controls If, after several seconds, both status Charging System Light that there are problems with a indicator lights remain on, or if there generator drive belt, or that there is are no lights at all, there may be a an electrical problem.
Page 127 Instruments and Controls 5-21 Notice: Modifications made to the To prevent more serious damage to engine, transmission, exhaust, the vehicle: intake, or fuel system of the Reduce vehicle speed. vehicle or the replacement of Avoid hard accelerations. the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Avoid steep uphill grades.
Page 128 5-22 Instruments and Controls The following may correct an If one or more of these conditions emission system malfunction: occurs, change the fuel brand used. It will require at least one full tank of Check that the fuel cap is fully the proper fuel to turn the light off.
Page 129: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-23 happen if the 12-volt battery has If the light comes on while driving, recently been replaced or run pull off the road and stop carefully. down. The diagnostic system is The pedal might be harder to push, designed to evaluate critical or the pedal might go closer to the emission control systems during...
Page 130: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
5-24 Instruments and Controls ® Antilock Brake System If the regular brake system warning StabiliTrak OFF Light light is not on, the vehicle still has (ABS) Warning Light brakes, but not antilock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes.
Page 131: Traction Control System
Instruments and Controls 5-25 If the StabiliTrak/TCS system is off, If the light comes on and stays on For vehicles with the Tire Pressure the system does not assist in while driving, and a message Monitor System (TPMS), this light controlling the vehicle.
Page 132: Engine Oil Pressure Light
5-26 Instruments and Controls Engine Oil Pressure Light If the light comes on and stays on, it The low fuel warning light (A) comes means that oil is not flowing through on and a chime sounds when the the engine properly. The vehicle vehicle is low on fuel.
Page 133: High-Beam On Light
Instruments and Controls 5-27 If the light stays on and the engine Cruise Control Light Information Displays does not start, there could be a problem with the theft-deterrent Driver Information system. See Immobilizer Operation Center (DIC) on page 2 11. This vehicle has a Driver High-Beam On Light Information Center (DIC).
Page 134 5-28 Instruments and Controls If the vehicle has these features, the DIC Operation and Displays (Trip/Fuel): Press this button DIC also displays the compass to display the odometer, trip The DIC has different displays direction and the outside air odometers, fuel range, average which can be accessed by pressing temperature when viewing the trip economy, fuel used, timer, average...
Page 135 Instruments and Controls 5-29 Trip/Fuel Menu Items The trip odometer has a feature If the retro-active reset feature is called the retro-active reset. This activated after the vehicle is started, (Trip/Fuel): Press this button can be used to set the trip odometer but before it begins moving, the to scroll through the following menu to the number of kilometers (miles)
Page 136 5-30 Instruments and Controls fuel tank. This is because different Fuel Used To stop the timer, press briefly driving conditions produce different while TIMER is displayed. Press until FUEL USED fuel economies. Generally, freeway displays. This display shows the To reset the timer to zero, press and driving produces better fuel number of liters (L) or gallons (gal) hold...
Page 137 Instruments and Controls 5-31 Vehicle Information Menu Oil on page 10 7. In addition to the Tire Pressure engine oil life system monitoring the Items If the vehicle has the Tire Pressure oil life, additional maintenance is Monitor System (TPMS), the (Vehicle Information): Press recommended in the Maintenance pressure for each tire can be viewed...
Page 138: Vehicle Messages
5-32 Instruments and Controls Engine Hours Change Compass Zone Vehicle Messages The vehicle may have this feature. Press until ENGINE HOURS Messages displayed on the DIC To change the compass zone displays. This display shows the indicate the status of the vehicle or through the DIC, see Compass on total number of hours the engine some action may be needed to...
Page 139: Battery Voltage And Charging
Instruments and Controls 5-33 Battery Voltage and and turn off the vehicle. Restart the Door Ajar Messages vehicle and check for the message Charging Messages CARGO DOOR OPEN on the DIC display. If the message is still displayed or appears again SERVICE BATTERY This message displays and a chime when you begin driving, the brake...
Page 140: Engine Cooling System
5-34 Instruments and Controls LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN check the door for obstructions, and ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE close the door again. Check to see ENGINE On some vehicles, this message if the message still appears on displays and a chime sounds if the Notice: If you drive the vehicle the DIC.
Page 141: Engine Oil Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-35 ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP Engine Oil Messages OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON Notice: If you drive the vehicle Notice: If you drive the vehicle This message displays when the while the engine is overheating, while the engine oil pressure is engine oil needs to be changed.
Page 142: Engine Power Messages
5-36 Instruments and Controls Engine Power Messages Fuel System Messages Key and Lock Messages ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED FUEL LEVEL LOW REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays and a chime This message displays and a chime sounds when the cooling system sounds if the fuel level is low.
Page 143: Ride Control System
Instruments and Controls 5-37 TURN SIGNAL ON SERVICE TRACTION TRACTION XX CONTROL STABILITRAK XX This message displays and a chime sounds if a turn signal is left on for If the vehicle has StabiliTrak, this If the vehicle has StabiliTrak, this 1.2 km (3/4 of a mile).
Page 144: Messages
5-38 Instruments and Controls STABILITRAK OFF may also The message turns off as soon as off the engine. See Immobilizer display when the stability control the conditions that caused the Operation on page 2 11 for more has been automatically disabled. message to be displayed are no information.
Page 145: Tire Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-39 SERVICE VEHICLE SOON Tire Messages the tire pressure values. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on This message displays when a CHECK TIRE PRESSURE or page 5 27. non-emissions related malfunction TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE occurs.
Page 146: Transmission Messages
5-40 Instruments and Controls Center (DIC) on page 5 27 for more This message displays along with a Vehicle information. The tire positions must chime if the transmission fluid in the Personalization be re-learned after rotating the tires vehicle gets hot. Driving with the or after replacing a tire or sensor.
Page 147 Instruments and Controls 5-41 To change customization Feature Settings Menu Items Press until the LANGUAGE preferences, use the following screen appears on the DIC display. The following are customization procedure. features that allow you to program Press once to access the settings settings to the vehicle: Entering the Feature for this feature.
Page 148 5-42 Instruments and Controls AUTO DOOR LOCK AUTO DOOR UNLOCK ALL AT KEY OUT: All of the doors will unlock when the key is taken This feature allows you This feature allows you to select out of the ignition. to select when the doors will whether or not to turn off the automatically lock.
Page 149 Instruments and Controls 5-43 LIGHTS ON (default): The exterior Press until REMOTE DOOR To select a setting, press while lamps will flash when you press LOCK appears on the DIC display. the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. on the RKE transmitter. Press once to access the settings NO CHANGE: No change will be...
Page 150 5-44 Instruments and Controls on the RKE transmitter twice. See is dark enough outside. This APPROACH LIGHTING Delayed Locking on page 2 7 for happens after the key is turned from This feature allows you to select more information. ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF. whether or not to have the exterior lamps turn on briefly during low light Press...
Page 151 Instruments and Controls 5-45 Keyless Entry (RKE) System There is no default for chime EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS Operation on page 2 3 for more volume. The volume will stay at the This feature allows you to exit the information. last known setting. feature settings menu.
Page 152 5-46 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
Page 153: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting The exterior lamp control has four positions: Exterior Lamp Controls (Off): Briefly turn the control to Exterior Lighting this position to turn the automatic headlamps and Daytime Running Exterior Lamp Controls ..6-1 Lamps (DRL) off or back on.
Page 154: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting Exterior Lamps Off (Headlamps): Turns on the headlamps together with the Reminder following: If a door is open, a reminder chime Parking Lamps sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned Instrument Panel Lights on and the key is out of the ignition. This instrument panel cluster light Taillamps To turn off the chime, turn the...
Page 155: Daytime Running
Lighting Daytime Running To turn off the DRL, turn the exterior lamp control to and then release Lamps (DRL) it. For vehicles first sold in Canada, DRL can make it easier for others to the transmission must be in the see the front of the vehicle during P (Park) position, before the DRL the day.
Page 156: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting when the light sensor sees a Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change change in lighting lasting longer Signals than the delay. If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp system comes on immediately. Once the vehicle leaves the garage, it takes approximately 30 seconds for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is light...
Page 157: Interior Lighting
Lighting The lever returns to its starting Interior Lighting Dome Lamps position when released. The dome lamps come on when any If after signaling a turn or lane Instrument Panel door is opened. They turn off after change the arrow flashes rapidly or all the doors are closed.
Page 158: Reading Lamps
Lighting Dome Lamp Override Lighting Features DOME OFF: Press this button in and the dome lamps remain off DOME OFF button is when a door is opened. Press the Entry/Exit Lighting located above the instrument panel button again to return it to the brightness knob.
Page 159: Battery Power Protection
Lighting has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage EPM works to prevent excessive Battery Power Protection display on the Driver Information discharge of the battery. It does this This feature shuts off the dome Center (DIC), you may see the by balancing the generator's output lamps if they are left on for more voltage move up or down.
Page 160 Lighting NOTES...
Page 161 Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction WARNING System Infotainment Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a If the vehicle came without a radio, crash resulting in injury or death the wiring provisions for a radio and Introduction to you or others.
Page 162: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Infotainment System To minimize taking your eyes off the Notice: The chime signals related Theft-Deterrent Feature road while driving, do the following to safety belts, parking brake, and The theft-deterrent feature works by while the vehicle is parked: other functions of the vehicle learning a portion of the Vehicle operate through the radio/ Become familiar with the...
Page 163: Operation
Infotainment System Operation AM-FM Radio...
Page 164 Infotainment System display additional text information related to the current FM-RDS station or MP3 song. A choice of additional information such as Channel, Song, Artist, and CAT (category) can display. Continue pressing to highlight the desired tab, or press the softkey located under any one of the tabs and the information about that tab displays.
Page 165 Infotainment System 4. Press the softkey under the different types of music. Selecting 3. Adjust the setting by doing one desired Speed Compensated MANUAL, or changing bass or of the following: Volume setting (OFF, Low, Med, treble, returns the EQ to the manual Turn the knob clockwise or High) to select the level of...
Page 166 Infotainment System MANUAL, or changing bass or Adjusting the Speakers To quickly adjust all speaker and treble, returns the EQ to the manual tone controls to the middle position, (Balance/Fade) (All Except bass and treble settings. AM-FM Radio and AM-FM press the knob for more than Radio with CD)
Page 167: Radio
Infotainment System Radio strong signal is present, then goes (Tune): Turn clockwise or to the next stored preset. The counterclockwise to increase or station frequency flashes while the decrease the station frequency. AM-FM Radio radio is in the scan mode. SEEK or SEEK: Press Radio Data System (RDS)
Page 168: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System Storing a Radio Station as a The balance/fade and tone settings 3. Select the desired number of that were previously adjusted, are favorites pages by pressing the Favorite stored with the favorite stations. softkey located below the Drivers are encouraged to set up displayed page numbers.
Page 169 Infotainment System Finding a Station holding either SEEK button for 5. Repeat Steps 2 through 4 for four seconds until a double beep each softkey. BAND: Press to switch between sounds. The radio goes to a stored FM1, FM2, AM, and XM. The Storing a Radio Station as a preset, plays for a few seconds if a selection displays.
Page 170: Radio Reception
7-10 Infotainment System The balance/fade and tone settings 3. Select the desired number of that were previously adjusted, are favorites pages by pressing the The range for most AM stations is stored with the favorite stations. softkey located below the greater than for FM, especially at displayed page numbers.
Page 171: Fixed Mast Antenna
Infotainment System 7-11 Cellular Phone Usage Fixed Mast Antenna Fixed Mast (Multi-Band) Antenna (Care) Cellular phone usage may cause interference with the radio. This The multi-band antenna is located The fixed mast antenna can interference may occur when on the roof of the vehicle. The withstand most car washes without making or receiving phone calls, antenna is used for OnStar and the...
Page 172: Audio Players
7-12 Infotainment System Audio Players good condition without any label, damage the surface. Pick up CDs load one CD at a time, and keep by grasping the outer edges or the the CD player and the loading slot edge of the hole and the outer edge. CD Player free of foreign materials, liquids, If the surface of a CD is soiled,...
Page 173 Infotainment System 7-13 Playing a CD device; see Auxiliary Devices on SEEK: Press to go to the next page 7 17 for more information. If a track. If the ignition or radio is turned off portable audio player is not with a CD in the player, it stays in Press and hold, or press multiple connected, No Input Device Found...
Page 174 7-14 Infotainment System For the Radio with CD (MP3) and Compressed Audio or Mixed Mode Files accessed from the root Radio with USB and CD (MP3): Discs directory of a CD display as F1 ROOT. 1. Press the softkey positioned The radio can play discs that contain both uncompressed CD under the RDM tab until Random...
Page 175 Infotainment System 7-15 Play begins from the first track in using the radio. These playlists are display and artist information the first folder and continues treated as special folders containing displays on the bottom line. When sequentially through all tracks in compressed audio song files.
Page 176 7-16 Infotainment System To change from playback by artist to file displays. Release FWD to (Music Navigator): Press the playback by album: resume playing. The elapsed time of softkey below the tab to play the file displays. 1. Press the softkey located below the files in order by artist or album.
Page 177: Auxiliary Devices
Infotainment System 7-17 CD Player Messages If any error occurs repeatedly or if To use a portable audio player, an error cannot be corrected, connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to CHECK DISC: If this message contact your dealer. If the radio the radio's front auxiliary input jack.
Page 178 7-18 Infotainment System CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press to USB Support Not all iPods and USB drives are play a CD when a portable audio compatible with the USB port. device is playing. Press again and Make sure the iPod has the the system begins playing audio ®...
Page 179 Infotainment System 7-19 Files with an .mp3 or .wma file The iPod charges while it is SEEK: Press to go to the start of extension. connected to the vehicle if the the track, if more than 10 seconds vehicle is in the ACC/ACCESSORY AAC files stored on an iPod.
Page 180 7-20 Infotainment System Third softkey, 5% through the list Using Softkeys to Control a (Folder View): Press the each time the softkey is pressed. USB Storage Device or iPod softkey below to view the Fourth softkey, 10% through the contents of the current folder on the The five softkeys below the radio list each time the softkey is USB drive.
Page 181 Infotainment System 7-21 Repeat Functionality 3. Press to select the (Shuffle Off): Press the desired menu. To use Repeat: softkey below to turn shuffle off. This is the default mode when a 4. Turn to scroll through the Press the softkey below USB storage device or iPod is first folders or files in the to select between Repeat All and...
Page 182: Phone
7-22 Infotainment System Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. Phone A Bluetooth system can use a The system may not work with Bluetooth capable cell phone with a all cell phones. See Pairing in Hands Free Profile to make and Bluetooth this section for more information.
Page 183 Infotainment System 7-23 Up to five cell phones can be When to Speak: A short tone (Push To Talk): Press to paired to the Bluetooth system. sounds after the system responds answer incoming calls, confirm indicating when it is waiting for a The pairing process is disabled system information, and start voice command.
Page 184 7-24 Infotainment System Pairing a Phone with <phone name> has been 3. Say Delete. The system asks successfully paired after the which phone to delete. 1. Press and hold pairing process is complete. 4. Say the name of the phone you two seconds.
Page 185 Infotainment System 7-25 Storing and Deleting Phone Using the Store Command repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone. After the last Numbers 1. Press and hold digit has been entered, say The system can store up to two seconds.
Page 186 7-26 Infotainment System Listing Stored Numbers Using the Dial or Call To hear all of the numbers Command recognized by the system, The list command will list all stored say Verify at any time. numbers and name tags. 1. Press and hold 1.
Page 187 Infotainment System 7-27 Receiving a Call Three Way Calling To cancel mute, press and then say Un mute call. When an incoming call is received, Three way calling must be the audio system mutes and a ring supported on the cell phone and Transferring a Call tone is heard in the vehicle.
Page 188 7-28 Infotainment System does not transfer to the vehicle, Dual Tone Multi-Frequency information. For information on how use the audio transfer feature on the to delete this information, see the (DTMF) Tones cell phone. See your cell phone previous section Deleting a Paired The Bluetooth system can send manufacturer's user guide for more Phone and the previous sections...
Page 189 Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Rear Heating System ..8-4 Rear Climate Control System .
Page 190 Climate Controls Temperature Control: Turn the (Defog): This mode clears the knob clockwise or counterclockwise windows of fog or moisture. Outside to increase or decrease the air is directed to the floor and temperature inside the vehicle. defroster outlets. Adjust the temperature knob for warmer or Air Delivery Mode Control: Turn cooler air.
Page 191 Climate Controls It only works when the ignition is in ON/RUN. (Rear Window Defogger): Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. The rear window defogger turns off several minutes after the button is pressed. If turned on again, the defogger will run for several more minutes before turning off.
Page 192: Rear Heating System
Climate Controls Rear Heating System (Fan): Turn the thumbwheel up or down to increase or decrease the For vehicles with a rear heating amount of heated air sent to the system, it lets you adjust the rear-seating area. amount of air flowing into the rear of (High): This position supplies the the vehicle, from the front-seating most amount of heat to the...
Page 193: Rear Climate Control System
Climate Controls Rear Climate Control System For vehicles with a rear heating and air-conditioning system, it controls the temperature, fan speed and air delivery for the rear-seat passengers only. The front climate control panel is located in the overhead console between the driver and front passenger.
Page 194 Climate Controls When the fan knob is in the AUX position, the rear climate control panel can area. This disables the front control be used to adjust the climate settings in the rear seating area. panel. To return control to the front panel, move the fan knob out of AUX.
Page 195 Climate Controls Air Delivery Mode Control: Turn Air Vents clockwise or counterclockwise to Use the outlets located near the change the direction of the airflow in center and on the sides of the the rear seating area. instrument panel to change the To change the current mode, select direction of airflow.
Page 196 Climate Controls NOTES...
Page 197 Driving and Operating Driving and Shifting Into Park ... . 9-20 Cruise Control Shifting out of Park ..9-21 Cruise Control ....9-35 Operating Parking over Things Fuel...
Page 198: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Driving Information WARNING passenger to handle potential distractions. Distracted Driving Taking your eyes off the road too Become familiar with vehicle long or too often could cause a Distraction comes in many forms features before driving, such crash resulting in injury or death.
Page 199: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Defensive Driving Drunk Driving Control of a Vehicle Defensive driving means always Death and injury associated with Braking, steering, and accelerating expect the unexpected. The first drinking and driving is a global are important factors in helping to step in driving defensively is to wear tragedy.
Page 200: Steering
Driving and Operating If the engine ever stops while the If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the Off-Road Recovery vehicle is being driven, brake hybrid supplement for more normally but do not pump the information. brakes. Doing so could make the Curve Tips pedal harder to push down.
Page 201: Loss Of Control
Driving and Operating 3. Then turn the steering wheel to Defensive drivers avoid most skids snow, ice, gravel, or other go straight down the roadway. by taking reasonable care suited to material on the road. Learn to existing conditions, and by not recognize warning clues such Loss of Control...
Page 202: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating Driving on Wet Roads Other Rainy Weather Tips WARNING (Continued) Besides slowing down, other wet Rain and wet roads can reduce weather driving tips include: vehicle traction and affect your Flowing or rushing water creates ability to stop and accelerate. Allow extra following distance.
Page 203: Hill And Mountain Roads
Driving and Operating Keep your eyes moving scan Stay in your own lane. Do not WARNING (Continued) the road ahead and to the sides. swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at Check the rearview mirror and none going down a hill.
Page 204 Driving and Operating Drive with caution, whatever the Turn off cruise control, if equipped, WARNING (Continued) condition. Accelerate gently so on slippery surfaces. traction is not lost. Accelerating too Blizzard Conditions cannot be seen or smelled. It can quickly causes the wheels to spin cause unconsciousness and even and makes the surface under the Being stuck in snow can be a...
Page 205: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating Run the engine for short periods If the Vehicle Is Stuck WARNING (Continued) only as needed to keep warm, but Slowly and cautiously spin the be careful. Fully open the air outlets on wheels to free the vehicle when To save fuel, run the engine for only or under the instrument stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
Page 206: Vehicle Load Limits
9-10 Driving and Operating Rocking the Vehicle to Get Vehicle Load Limits WARNING It Out It is very important to know how Do not load the vehicle any Turn the steering wheel left and much weight the vehicle can right to clear the area around the heavier than the Gross carry.
Page 207 Driving and Operating 9-11 Tire and Loading Information positions (A), and the maximum Steps for Determining Correct Label Load Limit vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds. Locate the statement The combined weight of The Tire and Loading occupants and cargo should Information label also shows the never exceed XXX kg or size of the original equipment...
Page 208 9-12 Driving and Operating the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
Page 209 Driving and Operating 9-13 Refer to the vehicle tire and A vehicle specific Certification/ loading information label for Tire label is found on the rear specific information about the edge of the driver door. The vehicle's capacity weight and label shows the size of the seating positions.
Page 210 9-14 Driving and Operating Never exceed the GVWR for the WARNING WARNING (Continued) vehicle, or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle. Things you put inside the When you carry something vehicle can strike and injure If there is a heavy load, it should inside the vehicle, secure people in a sudden stop or be spread out.
Page 211: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating 9-15 Avoid making hard stops for Starting and Ignition Positions the first 322 km (200 miles) or Operating so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with New Vehicle Break-In new linings can mean Notice: The vehicle does not premature wear and earlier...
Page 212 9-16 Driving and Operating Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 3. Come to a complete stop, shift Notice: Using a tool to force the will remain active. See Retained to P (Park), and turn the ignition key to turn in the ignition could Accessory Power (RAP) on to LOCK/OFF.
Page 213: Starting The Engine
Driving and Operating 9-17 If you leave the key in the ACC/ Starting the Engine The vehicle has a ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position Computer-Controlled Cranking If the vehicle has a diesel engine, with the engine off, the battery could System. This feature assists in see the Duramax®...
Page 214: Fast Idle System
9-18 Driving and Operating When the Low Fuel warning accelerator pedal all the way to Fast Idle System lamp is on and the FUEL LEVEL the floor and holding it there as If the vehicle has this feature it is LOW message is displayed in you hold the key in START for available only with cruise control.
Page 215: Engine Heater
Driving and Operating 9-19 When the fast idle is active the Engine Heater The cord for the engine coolant Driver Information Center (DIC) will heater is located on the driver If the vehicle has a diesel engine, display FAST IDLE ON. side of the engine compartment see the Duramax diesel supplement and is attached to the hose for...
Page 216: Retained Accessory
9-20 Driving and Operating The length of time the heater should Shifting Into Park 3. Turn the ignition key to remain plugged in depends on LOCK/OFF. several factors. Ask a dealer in the 4. Remove the key and take it with WARNING area where you will be parking the you.
Page 217: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating 9-21 Prevent movement of the shift parking brake is firmly set before If torque lock does occur, you may lever out of P (Park), unless the you leave it. After you move the shift need to have another vehicle push ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ lever into P (Park), hold the regular yours a little uphill to take some of...
Page 218: Parking Over Things
9-22 Driving and Operating If you still are unable to shift out of Engine Exhaust WARNING (Continued) P (Park): 1. Ease the pressure on the shift There are holes or openings WARNING lever. in the vehicle body from damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon 2.
Page 219: Running The Vehicle While
Driving and Operating 9-23 Running the Vehicle Automatic WARNING While Parked Transmission It can be dangerous to get out It is better not to park with the of the vehicle if the automatic Automatic Transmission engine running. But if you ever have transmission shift lever is not fully to, here are some things to know.
Page 220 9-24 Driving and Operating especially when the vehicle has a R (Reverse): Use this gear to WARNING (Continued) heavy load, you might notice an back up. increase in the effort to shift out of Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) firmly on the brake pedal, the P (Park).
Page 221 Driving and Operating 9-25 Going about 55 km/h (35 mph) or If the shift stabilization feature settings for a particular shift or more, push the accelerator all determines that a current vehicle condition. Shift quality will improve the way down. speed cannot be maintained, the with continued driving.
Page 222: (Four Speed)
9-26 Driving and Operating going down a steep hill. See Range vehicle would otherwise accelerate Automatic Transmission Selection Mode under Manual due to steepness of grade. When (Four Speed) Mode on page 9 28. you shift to 1 (First) it provides the lowest gear appropriate to current 2 (Second): This position reduces road speed and continues to...
Page 223 Driving and Operating 9-27 If you cannot shift out of P (Park), WARNING (Continued) WARNING ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into Do not leave the vehicle when the Shifting into a drive gear while the P (Park) as you maintain brake engine is running unless you engine is running at high speed is...
Page 224: Manual Mode
9-28 Driving and Operating D (Drive): This position is for You should use 3 (Third) (or a lower Notice: Spinning the tires or normal driving. It provides the best gear as needed) when towing a holding the vehicle in one place fuel economy.
Page 225: Tow/Haul Mode
Driving and Operating 9-29 To use this feature, do the following: Grade Braking is not available when Tow/Haul Mode Range Selection Mode is active. 1. Move the shift lever to See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9 29. M (Manual Mode). While using Range Selection Mode, 2.
Page 226: Drive Systems
9-30 Driving and Operating Turn the Tow/Haul Mode on and off Grade Braking is only active while Drive Systems by pressing the button, located to the Tow/Haul Mode is selected and the right of the steering wheel on you are not in the Range Selection All-Wheel Drive the instrument panel.
Page 227: Antilock Brake
Driving and Operating 9-31 Brakes If there is a problem with ABS, this Remember: ABS does not change warning light stays on. See Antilock the time needed to get a foot up to Brake System (ABS) Warning Light the brake pedal or always decrease Antilock Brake on page 5 24.
Page 228: Parking Brake
9-32 Driving and Operating Parking Brake To release the parking brake, hold Ride Control Systems the regular brake pedal down. Pull the handle, located just above the ® StabiliTrak System parking brake pedal, with the parking brake symbol, to release the The vehicle may have a vehicle parking brake.
Page 229 Driving and Operating 9-33 system should initialize before the Press and hold the StabiliTrak vehicle reaches 32 km/h (20 mph). button for more than five seconds to In some cases, it may take turn off StabiliTrak and TCS. The approximately 3.2 km (2 mi) of StabiliTrak Off light illuminates and driving before the system initializes.
Page 230: Locking Rear Axle
9-34 Driving and Operating StabiliTrak System Operation The StabiliTrak system may also TCS may activate on dry or rough turn off automatically if it determines roads or under conditions such as The StabiliTrak system is normally that a problem exists with the heavy acceleration while turning or on, except when the system is system.
Page 231: Cruise Control
Driving and Operating 9-35 Cruise Control If the vehicle has StabiliTrak and the +RES (Resume/Accelerate): system begins to limit wheel spin, Press briefly to make the vehicle cruise control will automatically resume to a previously set speed, WARNING ® disengage. See StabiliTrak System or press and hold to accelerate.
Page 232 9-36 Driving and Operating To increase vehicle speed in 4. Take your foot off the Using Cruise Control on Hills small amounts, press the +RES accelerator. How well the cruise control works button. Each time this is done, on hills depends on the vehicle Resuming a Set Speed the vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h speed, the load, and the steepness...
Page 233: Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-37 Cruise Grade Braking is not Fuel available while in Range For diesel engine vehicles, see Selection Mode. This feature is Fuel for Diesel Engines in the active when the exhaust brake is Duramax Diesel Supplement. enabled (if equipped). See "Range Selection Mode"...
Page 234: Recommended Fuel
9-38 Driving and Operating Recommended Fuel containing MMT. See Fuel Additives Fuels in Foreign on page 9 38 for additional Countries Use regular unleaded gasoline with information. a posted octane rating of 87 or Never use leaded gasoline or any higher.
Page 235: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
Driving and Operating 9-39 regulations. To help keep fuel recommend that you use these control system performance. The injectors and intake valves clean gasolines, if they comply with the malfunction indicator lamp might and avoid problems due to dirty specifications described earlier. turn on.
Page 236: Filling The Tank
9-40 Driving and Operating indicating ethanol content. Do not E85 has less energy per liter Filling the Tank use the fuel if the ethanol content is (gallon) than gasoline, so you will greater than 85%. need to refill the fuel tank more WARNING often when using E85 than when At a minimum, E85 should meet...
Page 237 Driving and Operating 9-41 If the vehicle has E85 fuel capability, Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not WARNING the fuel cap will be yellow and state top off or overfill the tank and wait a that E85 or gasoline can be used. few seconds after you have finished If a fire starts while you are See Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on...
Page 238: Filling A Portable Fuel
9-42 Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel Towing WARNING (Continued) Container General Towing Bring the fill nozzle in contact Information WARNING with the inside of the fill opening before operating the Only use towing equipment that has Never fill a portable fuel container been designed for the vehicle.
Page 239 Driving and Operating 9-43 Consider using a sway control. Vehicles with an automatic For information on towing a disabled See Hitches in Towing transmissions can tow in vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle on Equipment on page 9 51. D (Drive). Shift the transmission page 10 84.
Page 240 9-44 Driving and Operating Driving with a Trailer Before starting, check all trailer hitch WARNING (Continued) parts and attachments, safety chains, electrical connectors, lamps, WARNING Fully open the air outlets on tires and mirror adjustments. If the or under the instrument trailer has electric brakes, start the When towing a trailer, exhaust panel.
Page 241 Driving and Operating 9-45 Passing shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees brakes might have to be used so or other objects. Avoid jerky or much that they would get hot and no More passing distance is needed sudden maneuvers. Signal well in longer work well.
Page 242: Trailer Towing
9-46 Driving and Operating Parking on Hills 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then transmission fluid, engine oil, axle apply the parking brake and shift lubricant, belts, cooling system and into P (Park). brake system. It is a good idea to WARNING inspect these before and during 5.
Page 243 Driving and Operating 9-47 To identify the trailering capacity of Weight of the Trailer WARNING (Continued) the vehicle, read the information in How heavy can a trailer safely be? Weight of the Trailer that appears repairs would not be covered by later in this section.
Page 244 9-48 Driving and Operating Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* G1500 Cargo Van 2WD 4.3L V6 3.42 1 950 kg (4,300 lbs) 4 309 kg (9,500 lbs) 3.42 5.3L V8...
Page 245 Driving and Operating 9-49 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* 6.0L V8 3.42 4 536 kg (10,000 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) G2500 Passenger Van 2WD Short Wheelbase 4.8L V8 3.42 3 039 kg (6,700 lbs) 5 897 kg (13,000 lbs) 6.0L V8 3.42 4 445 kg (9,800 lbs)
Page 246 9-50 Driving and Operating Ask your dealer for our trailering Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 Do not exceed the maximum information or advice, or write us at for more information about the allowable tongue weight for the our Customer Assistance Offices. vehicle's maximum load capacity.
Page 247: Towing Equipment
Driving and Operating 9-51 Weight. The only way to be sure it is Weight Distributing Hitches is ample room when turning to avoid not exceeding any of these ratings contact between the trailer and the and Weight Carrying Hitches is to weigh the vehicle and trailer. bumper.
Page 248 9-52 Driving and Operating not sealed, deadly carbon monoxide Trailer Wiring Harness The seven-wire harness connector (CO) from the engine's exhaust can contains the following trailer circuits: The optional heavy-duty trailer get into the vehicle as well as dirt Light Green: Back-up Lamps wiring package includes a wiring and water.
Page 249 Driving and Operating 9-53 * If the vehicle is a cutaway with Tow/Haul Mode Tow/Haul is designed to be most trailer provisions, a 15 amp fuse will effective when the vehicle and This button is on the instrument be shared for both left/stop trailer trailer combined weight is at least panel, to the right of the steering turn and right/stop trailer turn...
Page 250: Conversions And Add-Ons
9-54 Driving and Operating Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul Conversions and Add-on equipment can drain the when lightly loaded or with no trailer vehicle's 12 volt battery, even if the Add-Ons at all will not cause damage. vehicle is not operating. However, there is no benefit to the The vehicle has an airbag system.
Page 251: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Engine Overheating ..10-23 Taillamps ....10-37 Engine Fan ....10-24 Center High-Mounted Power Steering Fluid .
Page 252: General Information
10-2 Vehicle Care Dual Tire Rotation ..10-60 General Information California Proposition 65 When It Is Time for New Warning For service and parts needs, visit Tires ..... . 10-61 your dealer.
Page 253: California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
Vehicle Care 10-3 California Perchlorate Accessories and Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the Materials Requirements Modifications installation or use of non GM certified parts, including control Certain types of automotive Adding non dealer accessories or module or software modifications, is applications, such as airbag making modifications to the vehicle not covered under the terms of the...
Page 254: Vehicle Checks
10-4 Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks If doing some of your own service Hood work, use the proper service To open the hood: manual. It tells you much more Doing Your Own about how to service the vehicle Service Work than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information WARNING...
Page 255 Vehicle Care 10-5 If the vehicle has an underhood lamp, it will automatically come on and stay on until the hood is closed. Before closing the hood, be sure all of the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop.
Page 256: Engine Compartment
10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 4.3L V6 Engine Shown (4.8L V8 Engine, 5.3L V8 Engine and 6.0L V8 Engine Similar)
Page 257: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 10-7 Check the engine oil level A. Battery on page 10 29. Brake Master Cylinder regularly and maintain the Reservoir. See Brake Fluid on B. Radiator Pressure Cap. See proper oil level. See Checking page 10 27. Cooling System on page 10 18. Engine Oil and When to Add Windshield Washer Fluid Engine Oil in this section.
Page 258 10-8 Vehicle Care Checking the oil level too soon Notice: Do not add too much oil. Selecting the Right Engine Oil after engine shutoff will not Oil levels above or below the Selecting the right engine oil provide an accurate oil level acceptable operating range depends on both the proper oil reading.
Page 259: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care 10-9 Notice: Failure to use the Engine Oil Additives/Engine Used oil can be a threat to the recommended engine oil or environment. If you change your Oil Flushes equivalent can result in engine own oil, be sure to drain all the oil Do not add anything to the oil.
Page 260: Automatic Transmission Fluid
10-10 Vehicle Care When the system has calculated How to Reset the Engine Oil Automatic Transmission that oil life has been diminished, it Life System Fluid (4-Speed indicates that an oil change is Reset the system whenever the Transmission) necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE engine oil is changed so that the OIL SOON message comes on.
Page 261 Vehicle Care 10-11 In heavy traffic especially in How to Check Automatic Checking the fluid hot will give a hot weather. more accurate reading of the fluid Transmission Fluid level. While pulling a trailer. Because this operation can be a Checking the Fluid Level little difficult, it may be decided to To get the right reading, the fluid...
Page 262 10-12 Vehicle Care Then, without shutting off the How to Add Automatic engine, follow these steps: Transmission Fluid Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 13 to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, Using a funnel, add fluid down the and read the lower level.
Page 263: Transmission)
Vehicle Care 10-13 Notice: Use of the incorrect Automatic Transmission How to Check Automatic automatic transmission fluid may Transmission Fluid Fluid (6-Speed damage the vehicle, and the Because this operation can be Transmission) damages may not be covered by difficult, it is recommended to have the vehicle warranty.
Page 264 10-14 Vehicle Care Wait at least 30 minutes with the 32°C (60°F to 90°F). Should the Checking the Fluid Level engine Off, before checking the fluid level be low during this cold Prepare the vehicle as follows: transmission fluid level if the vehicle check, the fluid must be checked 1.
Page 265 Vehicle Care 10-15 Then, without shutting off the 4. If the fluid level is in the engine: acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way; then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place. How to Add Automatic A.
Page 266: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
10-16 Vehicle Care the proper fluid to bring the level up Notice: Use of the incorrect Engine Air Cleaner/Filter to the middle of the WARM (A) or automatic transmission fluid may HOT (B) range depending on the damage the vehicle, and the ambient temperature and prior damages may not be covered by driving conditions.
Page 267 Vehicle Care 10-17 When to Inspect the Engine Air To inspect or replace the engine air WARNING cleaner/filter, do the following: Cleaner/Filter 1. Unhook the retainer clips and Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Operating the engine with the air remove the cover.
Page 268: Cooling System
10-18 Vehicle Care Cooling System Notice: Using coolant other than WARNING ® DEX-COOL can cause premature The cooling system allows the engine, heater core, or radiator An electric engine cooling fan can engine to maintain the correct corrosion. In addition, the engine start even when the engine is not working temperature.
Page 269 Vehicle Care 10-19 What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Notice: If extra inhibitors and/or drinkable water and DEX-COOL additives are used in the vehicle coolant. If using this mixture, cooling system, the vehicle could WARNING nothing else needs to be added. be damaged.
Page 270 10-20 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant How to Add Coolant to the Recovery Tank for Gasoline The vehicle must be on a level Engines surface when checking the coolant level. WARNING Check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant recovery tank. If the The coolant recovery tank cap has You can be burned if you spill coolant inside the coolant recovery...
Page 271 Vehicle Care 10-21 How to Add Coolant to the If a hiss is heard, wait for that to WARNING (Continued) stop. A hiss means there is still Radiator some pressure left. cooling system and surge tank WARNING 2. Keep turning the pressure cap, pressure cap to cool if you ever but now push down as you turn have to turn the pressure cap.
Page 272 10-22 Vehicle Care 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper DEX-COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck.
Page 273: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care 10-23 Engine Overheating Then check to see if the engine If Steam is Coming from the cooling fans are running. If the Engine Compartment If the vehicle has a diesel engine, engine is overheating, both fans see the Duramax diesel supplement should be running.
Page 274: Engine Fan
10-24 Vehicle Care If No Steam is Coming from road, shift to P (Park) or Engine Fan N (Neutral) and let the the Engine Compartment The vehicle has a clutched engine engine idle. If an engine overheat warning is cooling fan. When the clutch is If the temperature overheat gauge is displayed but no steam can be seen engaged, the fan spins faster to...
Page 275: Power Steering Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-25 Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering The level should be at the COLD FILL mark. If necessary, add only Fluid enough fluid to bring the level up to Notice: Extremely small amounts the mark. of contamination can cause To prevent contamination of brake steering system damage and fluid, never check or fill the power...
Page 276: Brakes
10-26 Vehicle Care Fill the washer fluid tank only Adding Washer Fluid WARNING three-quarters full when it is very cold. This allows for The brake wear warning sound fluid expansion if freezing means that soon the brakes will occurs, which could damage not work well.
Page 277: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-27 Brake linings should always be Replacing Brake System Parts Brake Fluid replaced as complete axle sets. The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be Brake Pedal Travel of top quality and work well together See your dealer if the brake pedal if the vehicle is to have really good does not return to normal height,...
Page 278: Checking Brake Fluid
10-28 Vehicle Care Do not top off the brake fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule After work is done on the brake Adding fluid does not correct a leak. to determine when to check the hydraulic system, make sure the If fluid is added when the linings are brake fluid.
Page 279: Battery
Vehicle Care 10-29 Notice Extended Storage: Remove the WARNING black, negative ( ) cable from the Using the wrong fluid can battery or use a battery trickle badly damage brake Battery posts, terminals, and charger. hydraulic system parts. For related accessories contain lead example, just a few drops of and lead compounds, chemicals All-Wheel Drive...
Page 280: Front Axle
10-30 Vehicle Care Front Axle If the level is below the bottom of the fill plug hole, some lubricant When to Check and Change may need to be added. Lubricant When the differential is cold, add Refer to the Maintenance Schedule enough lubricant to raise the level to to determine how often to check the 10 mm (3/8 in) below the fill...
Page 281: Noise Control System
Vehicle Care 10-31 How to Check Lubricant What to Use Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: Refer to Recommended Fluids and 1. The removal or rendering Lubricants on page 11 13 to inoperative by any person, other determine what kind of lubricant than for purposes of to use.
Page 282: Starter Switch Check
10-32 Vehicle Care Engine: Fuel Operated Heater 3. Try to start the engine in each (FOH) Diesel Engine: gear. The vehicle should start Removal or rendering engine only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). speed governor, if the vehicle Removal of the muffler. If the vehicle starts in any other has one, inoperative so as to position, contact your dealer for...
Page 283: Ignition Transmission Lock
Vehicle Care 10-33 Be ready to apply the regular Park Brake and P (Park) Park on a fairly steep hill, with the brake immediately if the vehicle vehicle facing downhill. Keeping Mechanism Check begins to move. your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake.
Page 284: Wiper Blade
10-34 Vehicle Care Wiper Blade Replacement Bulb Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be For the proper type of replacement inspected for wear and cracking. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on See Maintenance Schedule on page 10 39. page 11 3 for more information. For any bulb changing procedure Replacement blades come in not listed in this section, contact...
Page 285: Headlamps
Vehicle Care 10-35 Headlamps Composite Headlamp 2. Remove the two bolts from the 5. Disconnect the electrical A. High Beam Headlamp headlamp assembly. connector. B. Low Beam Headlamp 3. Lift the headlamp assembly to 6. Turn the bulb counterclockwise To remove the headlamp assembly release the lower tabs from the one quarter turn to remove it from the vehicle and access the...
Page 286: Front Turn Signal
10-36 Vehicle Care To prevent headlamp vibration 2. Pull the bulb (C) forward to gain Front Turn Signal, and shortened bulb life, be sure access to the electrical Sidemarker, and Parking to insert the headlamp assembly connector. Lamps tabs in the slots at the lower portion of the housing.
Page 287: Taillamps
Vehicle Care 10-37 To replace the front turn signal, 6. Turn the bulb socket clockwise sidemarker, and/or parking lamp to reinstall it in the lamp bulb(s): assembly. 7. Reinstall the lamp assembly into the grille until the outboard clip snaps into place. Taillamps To replace a taillamp/turn signal lamp or back up lamp bulb:...
Page 288: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (Chmsl)
10-38 Vehicle Care 5. Remove the taillamp assembly 9. Reinstall the bulb socket by 1. Remove the two screws from the from the vehicle. turning it clockwise into the lamp CHMSL assembly. assembly. 2. Remove the CHMSL assembly. 10. Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to 3.
Page 289: License Plate Lamp
Vehicle Care 10-39 License Plate Lamp 3. Install the new bulb. Bulb Exterior Lamp 4. Reverse steps 1 and 2 to Number To replace one of these bulbs: reinstall the license plate bulb Headlamps assembly. Composite Replacement Bulbs High-Beam 9005LL Headlamp Bulb Exterior Lamp...
Page 290: Electrical System
10-40 Vehicle Care Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Breakers An electrical overload may cause Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in The wiring circuits in the vehicle are some cases to remain off. Have the Overload protected from short circuits by a headlamp wiring checked right away...
Page 291 Vehicle Care 10-41 Mini Fuse Usage Right Stop/Turn Trailer Spare Spare Fuel System Control Module Ignition Body Control Module 5 Body Control Module 7 Body Control Module 4 Instrument Panel Cluster Trailer Wiring Spare Spare Windshield Washer The vehicle may not be equipped Horn with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.
Page 292 10-42 Vehicle Care Mini Fuse Usage Mini Fuse Usage Mini Fuse Usage Transmission Engine Control Right Low Beam Module Ignition/ Headlamp Air Conditioning Glow Plug Module Compressor Wiper Transmission Engine Control Canister Vent Control Module Module Battery Solenoid Ignition Spare Body Control Transmission Module 2...
Page 293: Floor Console Fuse
Vehicle Care 10-43 Mini Fuse Usage Mini Fuse Usage Relay Usage Daytime Running Engine Control Run/Crank Lamps 1 Module Powertrain Spare (UPLVL+V22) Even Ignition/ Fuel Pump (If Equipped) Injectors Crank Auxiliary Stop Lamps J Case Fuse Usage Air Conditioning Compressor Trailer Stop Lamps ABS Motor Fan High...
Page 294 10-44 Vehicle Care Mini Fuse Usage Empty Steering Wheel Sensor Auxiliary Parking Lamps (Cut Away) Front Park Lamps Trailer Park Lamps Upfitter Park Lamps Right Rear Park Lamp Left Rear Park Lamp Outside Rearview Mirror Switch Airbag/Automatic Occupant Sensing ® OnStar (If Equipped) The vehicle may not be equipped...
Page 295 Vehicle Care 10-45 Mini Fuse Usage Mini Fuse Usage Mini Fuse Usage Heating, Ventilation Ignition Switch/ Passenger Door and Air Discrete Logic Unlock Conditioning 2 Ignition Rear Passenger Sensor (PK3) Heating, Ventilation Door Unlock and Air Instrument Panel Driver Door Unlock Conditioning 1 Cluster Empty...
Page 296: Wheels And Tires
10-46 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Relays Usage WARNING (Continued) Run (High Current Tires Underinflated tires pose the Micro) same danger as overloaded Every new GM vehicle has Empty (High tires. The resulting crash high-quality tires made by a Current Micro) could cause serious injury.
Page 297: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Vehicle Care 10-47 criteria have a TPC specification WARNING (Continued) code molded onto the sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet or Improperly repaired tires can exceed all federal safety cause a crash. Only the guidelines. dealer or an authorized tire service center should repair, (C) DOT (Department of replace, dismount, and mount Transportation)
Page 298 10-48 Vehicle Care (E) Tire Ply Material The type criteria have a TPC specification of cord and number of plies in code molded onto the sidewall. the sidewall and under the tread. GM's TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety (F) Uniform Tire Quality guidelines.
Page 299: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care 10-49 U.S. Department of tire pressure see Tire Pressure (B) Tire Width The three digit Transportation Motor Vehicle on page 10 54 and Vehicle Load number indicates the tire section Safety Standards. Limits on page 9 10. width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall.
Page 300 10-50 Vehicle Care (F) Service Description These (B) Tire Width The three digit (E) Rim Diameter Diameter of characters represent the load number indicates the tire section the wheel in inches. index and speed rating of the width in millimeters from (F) Load Range Load Range.
Page 301: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Vehicle Care 10-51 Tire Terminology and Bead The tire bead contains DOT Markings A code molded steel wires wrapped by steel into the sidewall of a tire Definitions cords that hold the tire onto signifying that the tire is in Air Pressure The amount of the rim.
Page 302 10-52 Vehicle Care Intended Outboard Sidewall Maximum Loaded Vehicle Passenger (P-Metric) Tire The side of an asymmetrical tire, Weight The sum of curb tire used on passenger cars and that must always face outward weight, accessory weight, some light duty trucks and when mounted on a vehicle.
Page 303 Vehicle Care 10-53 Speed Rating UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Vehicle Maximum Load on the alphanumeric code assigned to Grading Standards) A tire Tire Load on an individual tire a tire indicating the maximum information system that provides due to curb weight, accessory speed at which a tire can consumers with ratings for a weight, occupant weight, and...
Page 304: Tire Pressure
10-54 Vehicle Care Rough ride. Tire Pressure When to Check Needless damage from Check the tires once a month Tires need the correct amount of road hazards. or more. air pressure to operate effectively. The Tire and Loading Do not forget the spare tire, Information label on the vehicle if the vehicle has one.
Page 305: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care 10-55 pressure on the Tire and Each tire, including the spare tread life, and may affect the (if provided), should be checked vehicle's handling and stopping Loading Information label, no monthly when cold and inflated to ability. further adjustment is necessary. the inflation pressure recommended If the inflation pressure is low, Please note that the TPMS is not a...
Page 306: Tire Pressure Monitor
10-56 Vehicle Care pressure as intended. TPMS Tire Pressure Monitor tires to the recommended pressure malfunctions may occur for a variety shown on the Tire and Loading Operation of reasons, including the installation Information label. See Vehicle Load of replacement or alternate tires or Limits on page 9 10.
Page 307 Vehicle Care 10-57 The TPMS sensor matching A Tire and Loading Information label TPMS Malfunction Light and process was not done or not shows the size of the original Message completed successfully after equipment tires and the correct The TPMS will not function properly rotating the tires.
Page 308 10-58 Vehicle Care Operating electronic devices or using a TPMS relearn tool, in the If the vehicle does not have being near facilities using radio following order: driver side front tire, RKE, press the Driver wave frequencies similar to the passenger side front tire, passenger Information Center (DIC) vehicle TPMS could cause the TPMS...
Page 309: Tire Inspection
Vehicle Care 10-59 The tire has a bump, bulge, activate the TPMS sensor. 10. Set all four tires to the or split. A horn chirp confirms that the recommended air pressure sensor identification code has level as indicated on the Tire The tire has a puncture, cut, been matched to this tire and and Loading Information label.
Page 310: Dual Tire Rotation
10-60 Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New Tires Tire Pressure on page 9 10 and WARNING (Continued) on page 10 66 and Wheel Vehicle Load Limits on Replacement on page 10 66. page 9 10. towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor remove all rust or dirt.
Page 311: When It Is Time For New
Vehicle Care 10-61 page 10 68. Also see Wheel Nut When It Is Time for New Some commercial truck tires, Torque under Capacities and including Goodyear LT225/75R16 Tires Specifications on page 12 2. G949 RSA and Goodyear LT225/ 75R16 G933 RSD, may not have Factors such as maintenance, The outer tire on a dual wheel setup treadwear indicators.
Page 312: Buying New Tires
10-62 Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage needed, GM strongly recommends Inspection on page 10 59 and Tire buying tires with the same TPC Rotation on page 10 59 for Tires age when stored normally Spec rating. information on proper tire rotation. mounted on a parked vehicle.
Page 313: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Vehicle Care 10-63 If the vehicle tires must be replaced stability, and resistance to rollover WARNING (Continued) with a tire that does not have a TPC may be affected. If the vehicle has Spec number, make sure they are electronic systems such as antilock This vehicle may have a different the same size, load range, speed brakes, rollover airbags, traction...
Page 314: Uniform Tire Quality
10-64 Vehicle Care Uniform Tire Quality nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), a half (1½) times as well on the Grading or to some limited-production government course as a tire Quality grades can be found tires.
Page 315: Wheel Alignment And Tire
Vehicle Care 10-65 Warning: The traction grade and reduce tire life, and Wheel Alignment and Tire assigned to this tire is based on excessive temperature can lead Balance straight-ahead braking traction to sudden tire failure. The grade The tires and wheels were aligned tests, and does not include C corresponds to a level of and balanced at the factory to...
Page 316: Wheel Replacement
10-66 Vehicle Care Wheel Replacement Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel Notice: The wrong wheel can nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor also cause problems with bearing Replace any wheel that is bent, System (TPMS) sensors with new life, brake cooling, speedometer cracked, or badly rusted or GM original equipment parts.
Page 317: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care 10-67 Tire Chains Notice: Use tire chains only For Cutaway models with LT245/ where legal and only when you 75R16, LT225/75R16 or LT215/ must. Use chains that are the 85R16 size single or dual rear WARNING proper size for the tires. Install tires, use Low Profile Z-Chain or them on the tires of the rear axle.
Page 318: If A Tire Goes Flat
10-68 Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat WARNING WARNING (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blow out Driving on a flat tire will cause changing a flat tire. If it is used for while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire.
Page 319: Tire Changing
Vehicle Care 10-69 When the vehicle has a flat tire (B), Tire Changing WARNING use the following example as a Removing the Spare Tire and guide to assist in the placement of Changing a tire can be the wheel blocks (A). Tools dangerous.
Page 320 10-70 Vehicle Care To lower the spare tire from the vehicle: Remove the retaining wing bolt and The tools you will be using include: lift it out of the mounting bracket to A. Jack access the equipment. A. Spare Tire B.
Page 321 Vehicle Care 10-71 If the spare tire does not lower to 5. Put the spare tire near the the ground, the secondary latch flat tire. is engaged causing the tire not Removing the Flat Tire and to lower. See Secondary Latch Installing the Spare Tire System on page 10 77.
Page 322 10-72 Vehicle Care 3. Assemble the jack and tools: Front Flat: Assemble the jack (A) together with the jack handle (B), one or two jack handle extensions (D), and the wheel wrench (E). Rear Flat: Assemble the jack (A) together with the jack handle (B), two jack handle extensions (D), and the wheel wrench (E).
Page 323 Vehicle Care 10-73 in order to avoid any 5. Turn the wheel wrench interference with the exhaust clockwise to raise the vehicle. pipe (B). Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit. WARNING Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous.
Page 324 10-74 Vehicle Care WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 325 Vehicle Care 10-75 WARNING WARNING (Continued) WARNING Wheel nuts that are not tight can Wheel nuts that are improperly or studs on the wheel. If the stud work loose. If all the nuts on a incorrectly tightened can cause holes in a wheel have become wheel come off, the wheel can the wheels to become loose or larger, the wheel could collapse in...
Page 326 10-76 Vehicle Care Notice: Improperly tightened 12. Put the wheel cover or the 1. Put the tire on the ground at the wheel nuts can lead to brake center cap and plastic wheel rear of the vehicle with the valve pulsation and rotor damage.
Page 327: Secondary Latch System
Vehicle Care 10-77 and the cable is tight. The spare Secondary Latch System To release the spare tire from the tire hoist cannot be secondary latch: This vehicle has an overtightened. underbody-mounted tire hoist WARNING assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It is Someone standing too close designed to stop the spare tire from during the procedure could be...
Page 328 10-78 Vehicle Care 5. Keep raising the jack until the spare tire stops moving upward and is held firmly in place. This lets you know that the secondary latch has released. The spare tire is now balancing on the jack. 6.
Page 329: Full-Size Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 10-79 8. Tilt the retainer at the end of the Full-Size Spare Tire After installing the spare tire on the cable and pull it through the vehicle, you should stop as soon as This vehicle, when new, may have wheel opening.
Page 330: Jump Starting
10-80 Vehicle Care Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps vehicle, and the bad grounding could result in costly damage to could damage the electrical For more information about the the vehicle that would not be systems. vehicle battery, see Battery on covered by the warranty.
Page 331 Vehicle Care 10-81 needed. This will avoid sparks 5. Check that the jumper cables do WARNING (Continued) and help save both batteries. not have loose or missing And it could save the radio! insulation. If they do, you could has filler caps, be sure the right get a shock.
Page 332 10-82 Vehicle Care Do not let the other end touch the vehicle with the dead battery. anything until the next step. The On your van, use the unpainted other end of the negative ( ) radio antenna bracket as a cable does not go to the dead remote negative ( ) terminal.
Page 333 Vehicle Care 10-83 Notice: If the jumper cables are To disconnect the jumper cables connected or removed in the from both vehicles, do the following: wrong order, electrical shorting 1. Disconnect the black may occur and damage the negative ( ) cable from the vehicle.
Page 334: Towing The Vehicle
10-84 Vehicle Care Is the proper towing equipment Towing Recreational Vehicle going to be used? See your Towing dealer or trailering professional Towing the Vehicle for additional advice and Recreational vehicle towing means equipment recommendations. towing the vehicle behind another Notice: To avoid damage, the vehicle such as behind a motor...
Page 335 Vehicle Care 10-85 Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles damage drivetrain components. 2. Drive the rear wheels onto the Do not tow an all-wheel-drive dolly. Notice: If the vehicle is towed vehicle with any of its wheels on with all four wheels on the 3.
Page 336: Appearance Care
10-86 Vehicle Care Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off the The vehicle was not designed to be Appearance Care Ground) All Wheel Drive towed with two wheels on the Vehicles ground. To properly tow these Exterior Care vehicles, they should be placed on a platform trailer with all four wheels Washing the Vehicle off the ground.
Page 337 Vehicle Care 10-87 Notice: Avoid using high sap, bird droppings, chemicals from Protecting Exterior Bright Metal pressure washes closer than industrial chimneys, etc., can Parts 30 cm (12 in) to the surface of the damage the vehicle's finish if they Regularly clean bright metal parts vehicle.
Page 338 10-88 Vehicle Care detergent. Wash the windshield a tire dressing, always wipe off Notice: To avoid surface damage, thoroughly when cleaning the any overspray from all painted do not use strong soaps, blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and surfaces on the vehicle. chemicals, abrasive polishes, a buildup of vehicle wash/wax cleaners, brushes, or cleaners...
Page 339: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-89 Body Component Lubrication Original manufacturer replacement furnishings can also permanently parts will provide the corrosion transfer color to the vehicle's Lubricate all key lock cylinders, protection while maintaining the interior. hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and vehicle warranty. Use a soft bristle brush to remove steel fuel door hinge unless the dust from knobs and crevices on the...
Page 340 10-90 Vehicle Care interior, maintain adequate A concentrated soap solution will Fabric/Carpet ventilation by opening the doors and leave a residue that creates Start by vacuuming the surface windows. streaks and attracts dirt. Do not using a soft brush attachment. If a use solutions that contain strong To prevent damage, do not clean rotating brush attachment is being...
Page 341 Vehicle Care 10-91 3. Start on the outside edge of the Instrument Panel, Leather, Do not use cleaners that increase soil and gently rub toward the gloss, especially on the instrument Vinyl, & Other Plastic Surfaces center. Rotate the cleaning cloth panel.
Page 342: Floor Mats
10-92 Vehicle Care Care of Safety Belts Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage. Keep belts clean and dry. The original equipment floor WARNING mats were designed for the WARNING If a floor mat is the wrong size or vehicle.
Page 343: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information Your dealer has trained technicians who can perform required Maintenance This maintenance section applies maintenance using genuine to vehicles with a gasoline engine. replacement parts. They have For diesel engine vehicles, see the up to date tools and equipment for maintenance schedule section in fast and accurate diagnostics.
Page 344 11-2 Service and Maintenance Damage caused by The Additional Required The Additional Required improper maintenance can lead to Services Normal are for Services Severe are for vehicles costly repairs and may not be vehicles that: that are: covered by the vehicle warranty. Carry passengers and cargo Mainly driven in heavy city traffic Maintenance intervals, checks,...
Page 345: Maintenance Schedule
Service and Maintenance 11-3 Refer to the information in the Maintenance Engine Oil Change Maintenance Schedule Additional When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Schedule Required Services Severe chart. SOON message displays, have the engine oil and filter changed within Owner Checks and Services WARNING the next 1 000 km/600 mi.
Page 346 11-4 Service and Maintenance Visually inspect windshield wiper Visually inspect steering, Tire Rotation and Required blades for wear, cracking, suspension, and chassis Services Every 12 000 km/ or contamination. See Exterior components for damaged, 7,500 mi Care on page 10 86. Replace loose, or missing parts or signs Rotate the tires, if recommended for worn or damaged wiper blades.
Page 347 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Check starter switch. See Starter Check parking brake and Switch Check on page 10 32. automatic transmission park mechanism. See Park Brake and Check automatic transmission P (Park) Mechanism Check on shift lock control function. See page 10 33.
Page 348 11-6 Service and Maintenance...
Page 349 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Footnotes Maintenance c) Do not directly power wash the Schedule Additional Required transfer case output seals. High Services Normal pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer a) Check all fuel and vapor lines case fluid.
Page 350 11-8 Service and Maintenance...
Page 351: Services
Service and Maintenance 11-9 Footnotes Maintenance Special Application Additional Schedule Additional Required Services Maintenance and Care Services Severe a) Check all fuel and vapor lines Vehicles with Dual Wheels: Your vehicle is an important and hoses for proper hook up, Check dual wheel nut torque at investment and caring for it properly routing, and condition.
Page 352 11-10 Service and Maintenance Battery Brakes Hoses The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Hoses transport fluids and should the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. be regularly inspected to ensure additional electrical accessories. that there are no cracks or leaks.
Page 353 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Shocks and Struts Tires Vehicle Care Shocks and struts help aid in control Tires need to be properly inflated, To help keep the vehicle looking for a smoother ride. rotated, and balanced. Maintaining like new, vehicle care products are the tires can save money, fuel, and available from your dealer.
Page 354 11-12 Service and Maintenance Windshield Wiper Blades For safety, appearance, and the Wiper blades need to be cleaned best viewing, keep the windshield and kept in good condition to clean and clear. provide a clear view. Signs of damage include Signs of wear include streaking, scratches, cracks, and chips.
Page 355: Lubricants, And Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-13 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants This maintenance section applies to vehicles with a gasoline engine. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the maintenance schedule section in the Duramax Diesel Supplement. Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Page 356 11-14 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Key Lock Cylinders Canada 10953474). Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or Chassis Lubrication lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Wheel bearing lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category GC or Front Wheel Bearings GC-LB (GM Part No.
Page 357: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-15 Maintenance Replacement Parts ® If the vehicle has the Duramax diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number...
Page 358: Maintenance Records
11-16 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records 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. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 359 Service and Maintenance 11-17 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 360 11-18 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 361: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 362: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 13 for more information. Capacities Application Metric...
Page 363 Technical Data 12-3 Capacities Application Metric English Engine Oil with Filter 4.3L V6 4.3 L 4.5 qt 4.8L V8, 5.3L V8, 6.0L V8 5.7 L 6.0 qt Fuel Tank Cutaway (Optional Tank)* 215.7 L 57.0 gal Cutaway (Standard Tank) 124.9 L 33.0 gal Passenger and Cargo 117.3 L...
Page 364: Engine Drive Belt Routing
12-4 Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 4.3L V6 Automatic 1.52 mm (0.060 in) 4.8L V8 Automatic 1.02 mm (0.040 in) 5.3L V8 Automatic 1.02 mm (0.040 in) 6.0L V8 Automatic 1.02 mm (0.040 in) Engine Drive Belt Routing V8 Engines If the vehicle has a diesel engine,...
Page 365: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects important to your dealer and to (U.S. and Canada) ..13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns Customer Satisfaction the United States with the sales transaction or the Procedure (Mexico) .
Page 366 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, case will generally be heard within member of dealership management, remember that your concern will 40 days. If you do not agree with the it appears your concern cannot be...
Page 367: Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Information 13-3 STEP THREE Canadian impartial program offers advantages Customer Satisfaction Owners: In the event that you do over courts in most jurisdictions Procedure (Mexico) not feel your concerns have been because it is informal, quick, and addressed after following the free of charge.
Page 368: Customer Assistance Offices (U.s. And Canada)
If you have a problem that has not assistance. However, if a customer been satisfactorily handled through Center (CAC) and provide the wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, the normal means, we suggest the following information: the letter should be addressed to:...
Page 369: Mexico
Dominican Republic Customer assistance is available Monday through Friday, 08:00 to 1-888-751-5301 20:00 hours, and Saturdays from El Salvador 08:00 to 15:00 hours. All e-mail inquiries to the Customer 800-6273 Assistance Center (CAC) should be Honduras sent to: cac.chevrolet@gm.com. 800-0122-6101...
Page 370: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users (U.s. And Canada)
Customer Assistance for Chevrolet Owner Centre maintenance records. (Canada) chevroletowner.ca Text Telephone (TTY) Chevrolet dealer locator for Take a trip to the Chevrolet Owner Users (U.S. and Canada) service nationwide. Centre: To assist customers who are deaf, Exclusive privileges and offers.
Page 371: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
For more information on the limited the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or When calling Roadside Assistance, Chevrolet and General Motors of call the GM Mobility Assistance have the following information Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text Canada Limited reserve the right to...
Page 372 13-8 Customer Information Flat Tire Change: Service to Chevrolet and General Motors of Services Specific to Canadian change a flat tire with the spare Canada Limited reserve the right to Purchased Vehicles tire. The spare tire, if equipped, limit services or payment to an...
Page 373 The Roadside renewal of this program at the end the Roadside Assistance advisor Assistance program is not part of, of its term, contact the Chevrolet will help to make arrangements or included, in the coverage Customer Assistance Center at...
Page 374 *Dealership Location existing Roadside Assistance If the vehicle cannot be received Assistance: Information program guidelines. If the costs by the nearest Chevrolet dealer regarding addresses and exceed the amount authorized due to scheduling conflicts, the telephone numbers for Chevrolet for these services, you must pay vehicle will be taken to a safe dealers.
Page 375 Cost of towing a trailer when commercial airline one-way earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, choosing a Chevrolet dealer that service (subject to availability) and other cyclonic storms. is nearest to the temporary for the person designated by you...
Page 376: Mexico
Routine vehicle repair costs are urged to do so as early in the work not covered by the Roadside Chevrolet reserves the right to make day as possible to allow for Assistance program. For more any changes or discontinue the same-day repair.
Page 377 Customer Information 13-13 Several Courtesy Transportation destination with minimal interruption Courtesy Rental Vehicle options are available to assist in of your daily schedule. This includes Your dealer may arrange to provide reducing inconvenience when one-way or round-trip shuttle service you with a courtesy rental vehicle or warranty repairs are required.
Page 378: (U.s. And Canada)
13-14 Customer Information Additional Program repairs diminish the vehicle resale performance; however, the history of value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts Information be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New All program options, such as shuttle collisions.
Page 379 Customer Information 13-15 able to recommend a collision repair If the vehicle is leased, the leasing Gather the following information: center that has GM-trained company may require you to have Driver name, address, and technicians and comparable insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number.
Page 380: Service Publications
13-16 Customer Information Managing the Vehicle Damage If another party's insurance Each bulletin contains instructions company is paying for the repairs, to assist in the diagnosis and Repair Process you are not obligated to accept a service of the vehicle. In the event that the vehicle requires repair valuation based on that Owner Information...
Page 381: Reporting Safety Defects
Customer Information 13-17 Current and Past Models Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual Technical Service Bulletins and Defects problems between you, your Manuals are available for current dealer, or General Motors. and past model GM vehicles. Reporting Safety Defects To contact NHTSA, you may ORDER TOLL FREE: to the United States...
Page 382: Reporting Safety Defects To
Transport Canada Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: information about the vehicle s immediately, and notify General Chevrolet Motor Division performance and how it is driven. Motors of Canada Limited. Call Chevrolet Customer Assistance For example, the vehicle uses...
Page 383: Event Data Recorders
Customer Information 13-19 Event Data Recorders This data can help provide a better GM will not access this data or understanding of the circumstances share it with others except: with the This vehicle has an Event Data in which crashes and injuries occur. consent of the vehicle owner or, Recorder (EDR).
Page 384: Onstar
13-20 Customer Information ® OnStar Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Statement If the vehicle is equipped with an active OnStar system, that system RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that may also record data in crash or vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that near crash-like situations.
Page 385 OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview The OnStar system status light is next to the OnStar buttons. If the status light is: OnStar Overview Solid Green: System is ready. OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 Flashing Green: On a call.
Page 386: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar OnStar Services Navigation Push to connect to a live Advisor to: OnStar navigation requires the Emergency Verify account information or Directions and Connections update contact information. service plan. With Automatic Crash Response, Get driving directions. Requires the built-in system can automatically Push to receive directions or the available Directions and...
Page 387 OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands Repeat Other Navigation Services During a Planned Route Available from OnStar 1. Push . System responds: OnStar eNav: Allows subscribers OnStar ready, then a tone. Cancel Route to send destinations from Google 2. Say Repeat. System responds 1.
Page 388: Connections
14-4 OnStar Connections End a Call Place a Call Using a Stored Number OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows Push . System responds: Call calls to be made and received from ended. 1. Push . System responds: the vehicle. The vehicle can also be OnStar ready.
Page 389: Diagnostics
OnStar 14-5 Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, perform a vehicle check every Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, transmission, antilock brakes, and Push to request account transfer...
Page 390 14-6 OnStar OnStar service cannot work unless See Radio Frequency Statement on available dealer installed TTY your vehicle is in a place where page 13 20 for information system can provide in-vehicle OnStar has an agreement with a regarding Part 15 of the Federal access to all of the OnStar services, wireless service provider for service Communications Commission (FCC)
Page 391 OnStar 14-7 Warranty Global Positioning Cellular and GPS Antennas System (GPS) OnStar equipment may be Avoid placing items over or near the warranted as part of the new-vehicle antenna to prevent blocking cellular Obstruction of the GPS can limited warranty. The manufacturer and GPS signal reception.
Page 392 14-8 OnStar Add-on Electrical Equipment Privacy The OnStar system is integrated The complete OnStar Privacy into the electrical architecture of the Statement may be found at vehicle. Do not add any electrical www.onstar.com. Privacy-sensitive equipment. See Add-On Electrical users of wireless communications Equipment on page 9 54.
Page 393 INDEX Airbags Assistance Program, Adding Equipment to the Roadside ....13-7, 13-9 Accessories and Vehicle ..... .3-33 Audio Players .
Page 394 INDEX Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Charging System Light ..5-20 Headlamps ..10-34, 10-35 Check Battery ..... . . 10-29 License Plate Lamps .
Page 395 INDEX Compass ..... . . 5-4 Drive Belt Routing, Engine ..12-4 Messages ....5-33 Drive Systems Damage Repair, Collision .
Page 396 INDEX Engine (cont'd) Drive Belt Routing ... .12-4 E85 Fuel ..... . . 9-39 Exhaust .
Page 397 INDEX Front Turn Signal Bulb Replacement ..10-36 Gasoline Halogen Bulbs ....10-34 Fuel ......9-37 Specifications .
Page 398 INDEX Lighting Entry/Exit ..... . 6-6 Idle System Labeling, Tire Sidewall ..10-47 Illumination Control .
Page 399 INDEX Locking Rear Axle ... . . 9-34 Manual Windows ....2-15 Mirrors Locks Messages Convex ..... . .2-13 Automatic Door .
Page 400 INDEX Operation, Infotainment Personalization System ......7-3 Vehicle ..... . .5-40 Odometer .
Page 401 INDEX Recreational Vehicle Ride Control Systems Towing ..... . 10-84 Messages ....5-37 Radio Frequency Reimbursement Program, Roads...
Page 402 i-10 INDEX Safety Defects Reporting Service Sliding Door ....2-9 Canadian Government ..13-18 Accessories and Specifications and General Motors .
Page 403 INDEX i-11 Tires (cont'd) Transportation Program, Uniform Tire Quality Courtesy ....13-12 Taillamps ..... 10-37 Grading .
Page 404 i-12 INDEX Vehicle Care Wheels Windshield Tire Pressure ....10-54 Alignment and Tire Wiper/Washer ....5-4 Ventilation, Air .

Chevrolet 2012 Express Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Instruments and Controls

Warning Lights, Gauges, and (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light

Vehicle Messages

Lighting

System

Introduction

Radio

Audio Players

Phone

Driving and Operating

Automatic Transmissio N

Brakes

Fuel

Towing

General Information

General Information

Vehicle Checks

Bulb Replacement

Electrical System

Wheels and Tires

Jump Starting

Appearance Care

Quick Links

Chapters

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