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  • Page 1 Canyon/Canyon Denali Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ..... . 2 In Brief ......5 Keys, Doors, and Windows .
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Attention: Customer Service specific information on this engine. to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, the 47911 Halyard Drive Refer to the purchase GMC Truck Emblem, CANYON, and Plymouth, MI 48170...
  • Page 4 Introduction Danger, Warning, and Vehicle Symbol Chart Caution Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle Warning messages found on vehicle and what they mean. See the labels and in this manual describe features in this manual for hazards and what to do to avoid or information.
  • Page 5 Introduction : Oil Pressure : Power : Remote Vehicle Start : Seat Belt Reminders : Tire Pressure Monitor : Traction Control/StabiliTrak : Under Pressure : Windshield Washer Fluid...
  • Page 6: In Brief

    In Brief In Brief Portable Audio Devices ..19 ® Bluetooth ..... 20 Steering Wheel Controls .
  • Page 7: Instrument Panel

    In Brief Instrument Panel...
  • Page 8 In Brief 1. Air Vents 0 190. 8. Heated and Ventilated Front Driver Information Center (DIC) Seats 0 47 (If Equipped). (Uplevel) Controls (If 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn Equipped). See Driver and Lane-Change Signals 9. Power Outlets 0 105 (If Information Center (DIC) (Base 0 141.
  • Page 9: Initial Drive Information

    In Brief 21. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 138. Initial Drive Fog Lamps 0 142 (If Information Equipped). This section provides a brief 22. Instrument Panel Illumination overview about some of the Control 0 143. important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.
  • Page 10: Remote Vehicle Start

    In Brief Remote Vehicle Start Door Locks If equipped with power door locks: : Press to lock the doors. If equipped, the engine can be To lock or unlock a door from the started from outside of the vehicle. : Press to unlock the doors. outside press on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
  • Page 11: Seat Adjustment

    In Brief Using the window switch, press to 3. Try to move the seat back and Power Lumbar open or pull to close the window. forth to make sure it is locked in place. The windows may be temporarily disabled if they are used repeatedly Power Seats within a short time.
  • Page 12: Heated And Ventilated Seats

    In Brief Reclining Seatbacks 2. Push and pull on the seatback If equipped, press to ventilate the to make sure it is locked. driver or passenger seat. See Reclining Seatbacks 0 46. See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 47. Heated and Ventilated Seats Head Restraint...
  • Page 13: Seat Belts

    In Brief Seat Belts Passenger Sensing The passenger airbag status indicator lights on the overhead System console are visible when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 116. Mirror Adjustment Using hood-mounted air deflectors and add-on convex mirror United States attachments could decrease mirror performance.
  • Page 14: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    In Brief Power Mirrors Interior Mirror Steering Wheel Adjustment Adjustment Adjust the mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle. Manual Dimming Rearview Mirror If equipped, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid the glare of headlamps from behind.
  • Page 15: Interior Lighting

    In Brief Tilt and Telescoping Steering Interior Lighting Reading Lamps (If Equipped) Wheel Dome Lamps The interior lamps control in the overhead console controls both the front and rear interior lamps. The front reading lamps are in the overhead console. To adjust the tilt and telescoping steering wheel, if equipped: : Turns the lamps off.
  • Page 16: Exterior Lighting

    In Brief Exterior Lighting AUTO : Automatically turns on the Windshield Wiper/Washer headlamps at normal brightness, together with the following: Parking Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Taillamps License Plate Lamps The windshield wiper/washer lever Front/Rear Sidemarker Lamps is on the right side of the steering : Turns on the parking lamps column.
  • Page 17: Climate Controls

    In Brief INT : Move the lever up to INT for Climate Controls intermittent wipes, then turn These systems control the heating, cooling, and ventilation. INT band up for more frequent wipes or down for less Climate Control System frequent wipes. OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
  • Page 18: Transmission

    In Brief Automatic Climate Control System Transmission Range Selection Mode 1. Fan Control 8. Air Recirculation 2. A/C (Air Conditioning) 9. Power Button Range Selection Mode helps control 3. Air Delivery Mode Controls See Climate Control Systems 0 186 the vehicle's transmission and or Automatic Climate Control vehicle speed while driving downhill 4.
  • Page 19: Four-Wheel Drive

    In Brief when 5 (Fifth) gear is selected, Automatic Transfer Case AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel 1 (First) through 5 (Fifth) gears Drive) : This setting is ideal for use are available. when road surface traction conditions are variable. 2. Press the plus/minus button on the shift lever to select the 4 (Four-Wheel Drive High) : Use desired range of gears for...
  • Page 20: Vehicle Features

    In Brief Vehicle Features SiriusXM Satellite Radio : Press to seek the next station. Service See Overview 0 148 about these Infotainment System and other radio features. SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United The base radio information is Storing Radio Station Presets States and 10 Canadian provinces.
  • Page 21: Bluetooth

    In Brief players, and USB storage devices Steering Wheel Controls : Press to decline an incoming may be connected, depending on call or end a current call. Press to the audio system. mute or unmute the infotainment system when not on a call. See USB Port 0 155 and Auxiliary Jack 0 160.
  • Page 22: Cruise Control

    In Brief 1. Favorite: When on a radio +RES : If there is a set speed in source, press to select the next memory, press briefly to resume to or previous audio broadcast that speed or press and hold to favorite.
  • Page 23: Forward Collision Alert (Fca)

    In Brief If the vehicle has the uplevel See Driver Information Center (DIC) Lane Departure instrument cluster, the right steering (Base Level) 0 125 or Driver Warning (LDW) wheel controls are used to operate Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) the DIC. 0 128.
  • Page 24: Power Outlets

    In Brief Power Outlets Performance and Press and release to turn on Maintenance both systems. turn off Accessory power outlets can be in instrument cluster. used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone, MP3 Traction Control/ StabiliTrak will automatically turn on player, etc.
  • Page 25: Fuel (Gasoline)

    In Brief Loading Information label. See Regular Fuel Engine Oil Life System Vehicle Load Limits 0 204. The Use only unleaded gasoline rated The engine oil life system calculates warning light will remain on until the 87 octane or higher in your vehicle. engine oil life based on vehicle use tire pressure is corrected.
  • Page 26: Driving For Better Fuel

    Information Center (DIC) cruise control. Canada: 1-800-268-6800 (Uplevel) 0 128. Always follow posted speed New GMC owners are automatically 2. Fully press the accelerator limits or drive more slowly when enrolled in the Roadside Assistance pedal slowly three times within conditions require.
  • Page 27: Keys, Doors, And Windows

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Power Mirrors ....38 Keys and Locks Folding Mirrors ....38 Windows Heated Mirrors .
  • Page 28 Keys, Doors, and Windows moving the key out of the RUN Warning (Continued) position. Do not add any additional items to the ring attached to the impacted, and airbags may not ignition key. Attach additional items deploy. To reduce the risk of only to the second ring, and limit unintentional rotation of the added items to a few essential keys...
  • Page 29 Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming with Two Programming without Two Recognized Keys Recognized Keys To program a new key: Program a new key to the vehicle when a recognized key is not 1. Insert the original, already available. Canadian regulations programmed key in the ignition require that owners see their dealer.
  • Page 30: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    Keys, Doors, and Windows learned and all previously With an active OnStar service plan, Remote Keyless Entry known keys will no longer work an OnStar Advisor may remotely (RKE) System Operation with the vehicle. unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview 0 384. The RKE transmitter functions may 6.
  • Page 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows Battery Replacement : Press to lock all doors. Pressing on the RKE transmitter disarms the vehicle alarm system. Replace the battery in the If enabled through the Driver See Vehicle Alarm System 0 35. transmitter soon if the REPLACE Information Center (DIC), the turn BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY signal lamps flash once to indicate...
  • Page 32: Remote Vehicle Start

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 1. Separate and remove the back Remote Vehicle Start There is an emission control cover of the transmitter with a system malfunction and the If equipped, the engine can be flat, thin object, such as a coin. malfunction indicator lamp is on.
  • Page 33: Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows The engine will continue to run for Turn the vehicle on and then off. Warning (Continued) 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for Door Locks one 10-minute time extension. Turn extreme heat and can suffer the ignition on to operate the permanent injuries or even vehicle.
  • Page 34: Power Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Free-Turning Locks Power Door Locks When is pressed on the power door lock switch with the door open, The door key lock cylinder turns a chime will sound three times freely when either the wrong key is indicating that delayed locking is used, or the correct key is not fully active.
  • Page 35: Lockout Protection

    Keys, Doors, and Windows for automatic transmissions or Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout vehicle speed is above 13 km/h If Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout has (8 mph) for manual transmissions. been turned on and the vehicle is To unlock the doors: off, the driver door is open, and locking is requested, all the doors Press on a power door lock...
  • Page 36: Doors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors On vehicles with a lock on the Vehicle Security tailgate, use the key to lock or This vehicle has theft-deterrent unlock the tailgate. The power door Tailgate features; however, they do not make locks will not lock or unlock the the vehicle impossible to steal.
  • Page 37: Immobilizer

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. If the driver door is opened without Always unlock a door with the A door or the hood is open. first unlocking with the RKE RKE transmitter. transmitter, the horn will chirp and Slow Flash : Alarm system is Unlocking the driver door with the the lights will flash to indicate...
  • Page 38: Exterior Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows The vehicle is automatically If the engine still does not start with Exterior Mirrors immobilized when the vehicle is the other key, the vehicle needs turned off. service. If the vehicle does start, the Convex Mirrors first key may be faulty.
  • Page 39: Power Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Using hood-mounted air deflectors 3. Return the selector switch to Driving with the Blind Spot and add-on convex mirror the center position. Mirror attachments could decrease mirror Folding Mirrors performance. Manual Folding Mirrors Power Mirrors The mirrors can be folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash.
  • Page 40: Interior Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 1. When the approaching vehicle Using the Outside Mirror with Interior Mirrors is a long distance away, the the Blind Spot Mirror image in the main mirror is Interior Rearview Mirrors 1. Set the main mirror so that the small and near the inboard side of the vehicle can just be edge of the mirror.
  • Page 41: Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Automatic Dimming Windows pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front Rearview Mirror windows are up. To reduce the Warning If equipped, the mirror will sound, open either a front window or the sunroof, if equipped. automatically reduce the glare of the Never leave a child, a helpless headlamps from behind.
  • Page 42 Keys, Doors, and Windows Rear Window Lockout (Crew Window Express Movement Cab Only) All windows can be opened without holding the window switch. Press the switch down fully and quickly release to express open the window. If equipped, pull the window switch up fully and quickly release to express close the window.
  • Page 43: Rear Windows

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Automatic Reversal System 2. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ If the vehicle has this feature, ACCESSORY. squeeze the latch in the center of Override the window and slide the glass to 3. Partially open the window to be open it.
  • Page 44: Seats And Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Seats and Airbag System Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Airbag System ....57 Restraints Rear Seat) ....90 Where Are the Airbags? .
  • Page 45: Head Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Adjust the head restraint so that the restraint after the button is released top of the restraint is at the same to make sure that it is locked in The vehicle's front seats have height as the top of the occupant's place.
  • Page 46: Front Seats

    Seats and Restraints restraint must first be manually Front Seats 2. Slide the seat to the desired folded forward out of the way to fold position and release the the seatback down. handle. Seat Adjustment The head restraint can be folded 3.
  • Page 47: Lumbar Adjustment

    Seats and Restraints To adjust the seatback, see Reclining Seatbacks Reclining Seatbacks 0 46. Warning Lumbar Adjustment Sitting in a reclined position when Power Lumbar the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the seat belts cannot do their job.
  • Page 48: Heated And Ventilated Front

    Seats and Restraints 2. Move the seatback to the Warning Warning (Continued) desired position, and then release the lever to lock the If either seatback is not locked, it the seat that insulates against seatback in place. could move forward in a sudden heat, such as a blanket, cushion, 3.
  • Page 49: Rear Seats

    Seats and Restraints Remote Start Auto Heated and Rear Seats If equipped, press to heat the Ventilated Seats driver or passenger seatback only. Rear Seat Reminder During a remote start, the heated or Press to heat the driver or ventilated seats can be turned on If equipped, the message REAR passenger cushion and seatback.
  • Page 50 Seats and Restraints the vehicle through the rear door and left the vehicle without the vehicle being shut off. The feature can be turned on or off. See Vehicle Personalization 0 132. Folding the Rear Seat On crew cab models, the rear seatbacks can be folded forward.
  • Page 51: Seat Belts

    Seats and Restraints Seat Belts Warning Warning This section describes how to use If either seatback is not locked, it A seat belt that is improperly seat belts properly, and some things could move forward in a sudden routed, not properly attached, not to do.
  • Page 52: How To Wear Seat Belts

    Seats and Restraints When riding in a vehicle, you travel Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why Warning (Continued) as fast as the vehicle does. If the should I have to wear seat vehicle stops suddenly, you keep belts? passengers to ride in any area of going until something stops you.
  • Page 53: Lap-Shoulder Belt

    Seats and Restraints It is very important for all occupants pelvic bones and you would be Lap-Shoulder Belt to buckle up. Statistics show that less likely to slide under the lap All seating positions in the vehicle unbelted people are hurt more often belt.
  • Page 54 Seats and Restraints 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Seat Belt Extender 0 55. Position the release button on the buckle so that the seat belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.
  • Page 55 Seats and Restraints To unlatch the belt, push the button could reduce the effectiveness of on the buckle. The belt should the seat belt in a crash. See How to return to its stowed position. Wear Seat Belts Properly 0 51. Always stow the seat belt slowly.
  • Page 56: Seat Belt Use During

    Seats and Restraints pretensioners cannot be seen, they the comfort guide positions the A pregnant woman should wear a are part of the seat belt assembly. shoulder belt away from the neck lap-shoulder belt, and the lap They can help tighten the seat belts portion should be worn as low as and head.
  • Page 57: Safety System Check

    Seats and Restraints of seat belt extenders see the Replacing Seat Belt Warning instruction sheet that comes with System Parts after a the extender. Do not bleach or dye seat belt Crash webbing. It may severely weaken Safety System Check the webbing.
  • Page 58: Airbag System

    Seats and Restraints New parts and repairs may be Airbag System For frontal airbags, the word necessary even if the seat belt AIRBAG is on the center of the The vehicle has the following system was not being used at the steering wheel for the driver and on airbags: time of the crash.
  • Page 59 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Warning work with seat belts, not replace seriously injured or killed. Do not Children who are up against, them. Also, airbags are not sit unnecessarily close to any or very close to, any airbag when designed to inflate in every crash.
  • Page 60: Where Are The Airbags

    Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel. Driver Side Crew Cab Shown, Passenger Side and Extended Cab Similar The driver frontal airbag is in the Driver Side Shown, Passenger center of the steering wheel.
  • Page 61: When Should An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints system's deployment threshold. whether the object is fixed or Warning (Continued) Deployment thresholds are used to moving, rigid or deformable, narrow or wide. predict how severe a crash is likely or even death. The path of an to be in time for the airbags to Frontal airbags are not intended to inflating airbag must be kept...
  • Page 62: What Makes An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints severe frontal impact. Roof-rail How Does an Airbag But airbags would not help in many airbags are not designed to inflate in types of collisions, primarily Restrain? rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags because the occupant's motion is will inflate when either side of the In moderate to severe frontal or not toward those airbags.
  • Page 63 Seats and Restraints the windshield or being able to steer without airbag inflation, after an In many crashes severe enough to the vehicle, nor does it prevent event that exceeds a predetermined inflate the airbag, windshields are people from leaving the vehicle. threshold.
  • Page 64: Passenger Sensing System

    Seats and Restraints an airbag system will not work determine if the front outboard properly. See your dealer for passenger frontal airbag should be service. allowed to inflate or not. According to accident statistics, Passenger Sensing children are safer when properly System secured in a rear seat in the correct Canada...
  • Page 65 Seats and Restraints rear-facing child restraint should not When the passenger sensing Warning (Continued) be installed in the vehicle, even if system has turned off the front the airbag is off. outboard passenger frontal airbag, passenger frontal airbag inflates the off indicator will light and stay lit The passenger sensing system is and the passenger seat is in a as a reminder that the airbag is off.
  • Page 66 Seats and Restraints wear a seat belt properly whether 4. Reinstall the child restraint If the on indicator is still lit, secure or not there is an airbag for that following the directions the child in the child restraint in a person.
  • Page 67 Seats and Restraints system to detect that person and 6. Restart the vehicle and have Child Restraints in the Index for enable the front outboard passenger the person remain in this additional information about the frontal airbag: position for two to importance of proper restraint use.
  • Page 68: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped

    Seats and Restraints Warning Warning Warning (Continued) Stowing articles under the For up to 10 seconds after the in the vehicle could be injured, passenger seat or between the vehicle is turned off and the and the vehicle and/or snow plow passenger seat cushion and battery is disconnected, an airbag could be damaged.
  • Page 69: Airbag System Check

    Seats and Restraints Your dealer and the service manual If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail Caution (Continued) have information about the location airbags, see Different Size Tires of the airbag sensors, sensing and and Wheels 0 319 for additional coverings. If there are any diagnostic module, and airbag important information.
  • Page 70: Child Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Child Restraints Sit all the way back on the seat. Warning (Continued) Do the knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, continue. If no, Older Children inspected and any necessary return to the booster seat. replacements made as soon as Buckle the lap-shoulder belt.
  • Page 71 Seats and Restraints Q: What is the proper way to Warning Warning wear seat belts? A: An older child should wear a Never allow more than one child Never allow a child to wear the lap-shoulder belt and get the to wear the same seat belt.
  • Page 72: Infants And Young Children

    Seats and Restraints appropriate child restraints. Neither Warning the vehicle's seat belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Children can be seriously injured Children who are not restrained or strangled if a shoulder belt is properly can strike other people, wrapped around their neck.
  • Page 73 Seats and Restraints For each type of child restraint, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards.
  • Page 74: Child Restraint Systems

    Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Warning A young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle's regular seat belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure.
  • Page 75 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions Restraint in the Vehicle that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a Warning booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are A child can be seriously injured or important, so if they are not...
  • Page 76: Where To Put The Restraint

    Seats and Restraints Securing the Child Within the Warning Warning (Continued) Child Restraint A child in a rear-facing child the front seat, always move the Warning restraint can be seriously injured front passenger seat as far back or killed if the front passenger as it will go.
  • Page 77: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch System)

    Seats and Restraints When securing a child restraint with properly secure any child restraint in Warning (Continued) the seat belts in a rear seat position, the vehicle even when no child is study the instructions that came with in it. A child could be seriously injured the child restraint to make sure it is or killed in a sudden stop or...
  • Page 78 Seats and Restraints Booster seats use the vehicle s seat See Securing Child Restraints (With Lower Anchors belts to secure the child and the the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 0 95 booster seat. If the manufacturer or Securing Child Restraints (With recommends that the booster seat the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 90.
  • Page 79 Seats and Restraints Top Tether Anchor Some child restraints with top : Seating positions with tethers are designed for use with or two lower anchors. without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be...
  • Page 80 Seats and Restraints For extended cab without rear seat and crew cab models, there are top tether anchor symbols to assist you in locating the top tether anchors. Extended Cab (Rear Seats Shown) Extended Cab without Rear Seats (Front Seats Shown) : Seating positions with top tether anchors.
  • Page 81 Seats and Restraints According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. See Where to Put the Restraint 0 75 for additional information.
  • Page 82 Seats and Restraints Warning Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) To reduce the risk of serious or wrapped around a child s neck. Do not fold the rear seatback fatal injuries during a crash, do If the shoulder belt is locked and when the seat is occupied.
  • Page 83 Seats and Restraints may be removed. See Head If the position you are Restraint/Headrest Removal using has a fixed head and Reinstallation at the end restraint and you are of this section. using a single tether, route the tether around 3.
  • Page 84 Seats and Restraints 3.4. Adjust the top tether to its 5. Tighten the top tether. full length and attach the 6. Before placing a child in the top tether hook to the child restraint, make sure it is anchor. Make sure that securely held in place.
  • Page 85 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Warning Warning (Continued) A booster seat can be used in the Do not let anyone ride in the front properly tightened. See left or right rear seating position if passenger seat when a instructions below for how to the base of the booster seat fits rear-facing child restraint is properly attach a top tether.
  • Page 86 Seats and Restraints When installing a rear-facing child 3. Insert the headrest posts into restraint in the right rear seating the holes on the front of the position, move the front seat all the passenger side seat cushion to way forward and tilt the seatback install the seat cushion forward to properly install the child extension.
  • Page 87 Seats and Restraints Route the top tether (1) through back and forth. There should Warning (Continued) the loop (2) at the top of the be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of seatback directly behind the movement for proper passenger airbag inflates and the child restraint and attach the installation.
  • Page 88 Seats and Restraints passenger frontal airbag when an If you are using a dual infant in a rear-facing infant seat or tether, route the tether a small child in a forward-facing around the headrest or child restraint or booster seat is head restraint.
  • Page 89 Seats and Restraints back and forth. There should To remove the head restraint: To reinstall the head restraint: be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement for proper installation. Head Restraint/Headrest Removal and Reinstallation Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/...
  • Page 90 Seats and Restraints Extended Cab or rearward-facing child restraint in the right rear To remove the headrest: seating position, see the instructions in Securing a Child Restraint with the LATCH System earlier in this section. 4. Always reinstall the headrest before the seating position is used by another occupant.
  • Page 91: Replacing Latch System Parts

    Seats and Restraints Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints If the child restraint or vehicle seat position does not have the LATCH Parts After a Crash (With the Seat Belt in the system, you will be using the seat Rear Seat) belt to secure the child restraint.
  • Page 92 Seats and Restraints When using the lap-shoulder belt to Warning (Continued) Warning secure the child restraint in this position, follow the instructions that A booster seat can be used in the Do not let anyone ride in the front came with the child restraint and the left or right rear seating position if passenger seat when a following instructions:...
  • Page 93 Seats and Restraints manufacturer instructions. See Seat Adjustment 0 45 and Reclining Seatbacks 0 46. When a rear-facing child restraint is installed properly, the front passenger seat cannot be used. 5. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether, adjust the top tether to its full length and attach it to the top tether 3.
  • Page 94 Seats and Restraints Position the release button on 10. Tighten the top tether. See the buckle, away from the child Lower Anchors and Tethers for restraint system, so that the Children (LATCH System) 0 76. seat belt could be quickly 11.
  • Page 95 Seats and Restraints Crew Cab 4. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions When using the lap-shoulder belt to of the vehicle's seat belt secure the child restraint in this through or around the restraint. position, follow the instructions that The child restraint instructions came with the child restraint and the...
  • Page 96: Securing Child Restraints

    Seats and Restraints 8. Tighten the top tether. See Securing Child Restraints Lower Anchors and Tethers for (With the Seat Belt in the Children (LATCH System) 0 76. Front Seat) 9. Before placing a child in the This vehicle has airbags. A rear child restraint, make sure it is seat is a safer place to secure a securely held in place.
  • Page 97 Seats and Restraints In Canada, the law requires that Warning Warning (Continued) forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be A child in a rear-facing child forward-facing child restraint in attached. restraint can be seriously injured the front outboard passenger When using the lap-shoulder belt to or killed if the front outboard...
  • Page 98 Seats and Restraints 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's seat belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4. Push the latch plate into the 5.
  • Page 99 Seats and Restraints 8. Tighten the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 76. 9. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the seat belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth.
  • Page 100: Storage

    Storage Storage Storage Cupholders Compartments Crew Cab Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments ..99 Glove Box ..... 99 Do not store heavy or sharp Cupholders .
  • Page 101: Sunglasses Storage

    Storage Sunglasses Storage Underseat Storage Center Console Storage Extended Cab Shown, Crew Model If equipped, press and release to There is storage under the armrest Similar access. in the center console. Press the If equipped, there is storage under button and lift. Depending on the the rear seat.
  • Page 102: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Instruments and Seat Belt Reminders ..115 Front Fog Lamp Light ..124 Airbag Readiness Light ..115 Lamps On Reminder .
  • Page 103: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Instruments and Controls Controls Tilt and Telescoping Steering Steering Wheel Controls Wheel Steering Wheel Adjustment If equipped, some audio controls To adjust the tilt and telescoping can be adjusted at the steering steering wheel, if equipped: wheel. 1. Pull the lever down. : Press to answer an incoming To adjust the steering wheel: call or start voice recognition.
  • Page 104: Heated Steering Wheel

    Instruments and Controls 1. Favorite: When on a radio The steering wheel takes about : Press to decline an incoming source, press to select the next three minutes to start heating. call or end a current call. Press to or previous audio broadcast mute or unmute the infotainment Horn favorite.
  • Page 105: Compass

    Instruments and Controls If the ignition is turned off while the Warning wipers are performing wipes due to windshield washing, the wipers In freezing weather, do not use continue to run until they reach the the washer until the windshield is base of the windshield.
  • Page 106: Clock

    Instruments and Controls Clock The vehicle may have accessory 2. Touch Set Date, then touch power outlets: to increase or decrease Setting the Time and Date On the center stack below the month, day, or year. To set the time: climate control system, 3.
  • Page 107: Wireless Charging

    The operating temperature is 20 °C To check for phone or other device ( 4 °F) to 60 °C (140 °F) for the compatibility: charging system and 0 °C (32 °F) to 35 °C (95 °F) for the phone. In the U.S., see my.gmc.com/ learn.
  • Page 108 Instruments and Controls 3. The indicator light next to the Warning charging pad will turn green. This indicates that the mobile Remove all objects from the device is properly positioned charging pad before charging and charging. your mobile device. Objects, such If the indicator light turns as coins, keys, rings, paper clips, yellow, make sure the charging...
  • Page 109: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators

    Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury. Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working.
  • Page 110: Instrument Cluster

    Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) English Shown, Metric Similar...
  • Page 111 Instruments and Controls If the vehicle has a diesel engine, Info app. This is where you can Phone see the Duramax diesel supplement view the selected Driver Press to select the Phone app, for more information. Information Center (DIC) then press to enter the Phone displays.
  • Page 112 Instruments and Controls Units : Press while Units is displayed to enter the Units menu. Choose U.S. or metric units by pressing while the desired item is highlighted. Info Pages : Press while Info Pages is displayed to enter the Info Pages menu and select the items to be displayed in the Info app.
  • Page 113: Instrument Cluster

    Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster (Base Level) English Shown, Metric Similar...
  • Page 114: Speedometer

    Instruments and Controls If the vehicle has a diesel engine, Tachometer see the Duramax diesel supplement The tachometer displays the engine for more information. speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Speedometer The speedometer shows the Fuel Gauge vehicle's speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph).
  • Page 115: Engine Coolant Temperature

    Instruments and Controls At the service station, the fuel Engine Coolant pump shuts off before the gauge Temperature Gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated. For example, the gauge indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank's capacity to fill the tank.
  • Page 116: Seat Belt Reminders

    Instruments and Controls Seat Belt Reminders Passenger Seat Belt Reminder grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device. To turn off the Light Driver Seat Belt Reminder reminder light and/or chime, remove There is a passenger seat belt Light the object from the seat or buckle reminder light near the passenger the seat belt.
  • Page 117: Passenger Airbag Status

    Instruments and Controls If the word ON or the on symbol is Warning lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the front If the airbag readiness light stays outboard passenger frontal airbag is on after the vehicle is started or allowed to inflate.
  • Page 118: Charging System Light

    Instruments and Controls Charging System Light Malfunction Indicator Caution Lamp (Check Engine If the vehicle is driven continually Light) with this light on, the emission This light is part of the vehicle s control system may not work as emission control on-board well, the fuel economy may be diagnostic system.
  • Page 119 Instruments and Controls If the light is flashing : A been removed. See Filling the malfunction has been detected that Tank with a Portable Gas Can could damage the emission control under Filling the Tank 0 246. system and increase vehicle The diagnostic system can emissions.
  • Page 120: Brake System Warning

    Instruments and Controls before the system is ready for This light should come on briefly Warning (Continued) inspection. This can happen if when the engine is started. If it does the 12-volt battery has recently not come on then, have it fixed so it warning light on can lead to a been replaced or run down, or if will be ready to warn you if there is...
  • Page 121: Up-Shift Light

    Instruments and Controls system. If the ABS light stays on, This light comes on when an Tow/Haul Mode Light or comes on again while driving, the up-shift is recommended for best vehicle needs service. A chime may fuel economy. The number also sound when the light comes on displayed with the arrow indicates steady.
  • Page 122: Lane Departure Warning

    Instruments and Controls Lane Departure Warning Vehicle Ahead Indicator dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light then (LDW) Light turns off. The traction off light comes on when the Traction Control System (TCS) has been turned off by pressing and releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak button.
  • Page 123: Traction Control System (Tcs)

    Instruments and Controls This light comes on when the If the light is on and not flashing, the When the Light Is On Steady StabiliTrak system is turned off. TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak This indicates that one or more of If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction system have been disabled.
  • Page 124: Engine Oil Pressure Light

    Instruments and Controls Engine Oil Pressure Light If the light comes on and stays on, it The low fuel warning light comes on means that oil is not flowing through and a chime sounds when the the engine properly. The vehicle vehicle is low on fuel.
  • Page 125: Security Light

    Instruments and Controls Security Light High-Beam On Light Lamps On Reminder The security light should come on This light comes on when the This light comes on when the briefly as the engine is started. If it high-beam headlamps are in use. exterior lamps are in use.
  • Page 126: Door Ajar Light

    Instruments and Controls Door Ajar Light (Uplevel Information Displays : Use the band to scroll Cluster) through the items in each menu. Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 3. MENU: Press to display the Trip/Fuel Menu, the Vehicle The DIC displays information about Information Menu, and the your vehicle.
  • Page 127 Instruments and Controls Trip 1 or Trip 2, Average Fuel and the amount of fuel remaining in Navigation : Used for the OnStar Economy : Displays the current the fuel tank. Fuel range cannot be Turn-by-Turn guidance. See OnStar distance traveled, in either reset.
  • Page 128 Instruments and Controls recommended in the Maintenance Battery Voltage : Displays the Units : Move to change Schedule in this manual. See current battery voltage, if equipped. between Metric or US when the Unit Maintenance Schedule 0 353. Battery voltage changes are normal display is active.
  • Page 129: (Uplevel)

    Instruments and Controls When viewing best AFE, a several 1. Press to access the cluster second press and hold of SET/CLR applications. will reset the best value. The best 2. Press to scroll to the value will show - - - until the selected distance has been Options application.
  • Page 130 Instruments and Controls Speed : Shows the vehicle speed in vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel hold for several seconds while either kilometers per hour (km/h) or range estimate is based on an the Oil Life display is active. See miles per hour (mph).
  • Page 131 Instruments and Controls vehicle speeds recorded since the The display provides information on Oil Pressure : Oil pressure is last reset. Reset the average speed how current driving behavior affects displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) the running average and how well or in pounds per square inch (psi).
  • Page 132: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and Controls Vehicle Messages Brakes while this message is on, but maximum acceleration and speed Ride Control Systems Messages displayed on the DIC may be reduced. Anytime this Driver Assistance Systems indicate the status of the vehicle or message stays on, or displays some action that may be needed to repeatedly, the vehicle should be Cruise Control...
  • Page 133: Vehicle Personalization

    Instruments and Controls Vehicle Rear Camera 3. Press BACK on the center Return to Factory Settings Personalization stack or touch on the infotainment screen to return to Software Information Use the audio system controls to the previous menu or exit. Wi-Fi access the personalization menus Turn the ignition on to access the...
  • Page 134 Instruments and Controls Valet Mode Maximum Startup Volume Maximum Startup Volume This feature sets the maximum This will lock the infotainment Manage Favorites startup volume. If the vehicle is system and steering wheel controls. This allows favorites to be edited. started and the volume is greater It may also limit access to vehicle See Manage Favorites in Radio...
  • Page 135 Instruments and Controls Auto Fan Speed Lighting Auto Door Unlock This feature will set the auto fan Delayed Door Lock Select and the following may speed. display: Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout Select Low, Medium, or High. Vehicle Locator Lights When on, this feature will keep the Exit Lighting Auto Defog driver door from locking when the...
  • Page 136 Instruments and Controls Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Select All Doors or Driver Door. Pair New Device Select to pair a new device. See Select and the following may Remote Start Auto Cool Seats Pairing under Bluetooth display: If equipped and turned on, this (Infotainment Controls) 0 174 or Remote Unlock Light Feedback feature will turn the ventilated seats...
  • Page 137 Instruments and Controls Text Message Alerts Android Auto Confidence Threshold This allows the feature to be turned This feature allows the adjustment Select and the following may on or off. of the sensitivity of the speech display: recognition system. Select Off or On. Android Auto Select Confirm More or Manage Android Auto Devices...
  • Page 138 Instruments and Controls Turn Display Off Return to Factory Settings Software Information Select and the following may Select to view the infotainment Mode display: system current software information. Select to change the display screen mode. Restore Vehicle Settings Wi-Fi Clear All Private Data Select Auto, Day, or Night.
  • Page 139: Lighting

    Lighting Lighting Lighting Features Exterior Lighting Entry Lighting ....144 Exit Lighting ....144 Exterior Lamp Controls Battery Load Management .
  • Page 140: Reminder

    Lighting AUTO : Automatically turns on the 10 minutes after the ignition is Headlamp High/ headlamps at normal brightness, turned off. When the headlamps are Low-Beam Changer together with the following: turned on while the vehicle is off, the headlamps will stay on for Push the turn signal lever toward Parking Lamps 10 minutes before turning off to...
  • Page 141: Daytime Running

    Lighting If the headlamps are in the When the DRL system is on, only automatic position or on low beam, the DRL are on. The taillamps, the high-beam headlamps will turn sidemarker lamps, instrument panel on. They will stay on as long as you lights, and other lamps will not hold the lever toward you.
  • Page 142: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Lighting is in the full bright position. See Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change Instrument Panel Illumination Signals Control 0 143. When it is bright enough outside, the headlamps will turn off or may change to Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). The automatic headlamp system turns off when the exterior lamp control is turned to...
  • Page 143: Fog Lamps

    Lighting If after signaling a turn or a lane Fog Lamps When the fog lamps are turned on, change the arrows flash rapidly or the parking lamps automatically do not come on, a signal bulb could turn on. be burned out. When the headlamps are changed Replace any burned out bulbs.
  • Page 144: Control

    Lighting Interior Lighting Cargo Lamp Dome Lamps Instrument Panel Illumination Control The interior lamps control in the overhead console controls both the front and rear interior lamps. The cargo lamp provides more light To operate: This feature controls the brightness in the cargo area of the vehicle, of the steering wheel and instrument : Turns the lamps off.
  • Page 145: Reading Lamps

    Lighting Reading Lamps Lighting Features automatically turn off. The interior lamps do not come on if the dome lamp control is in the Off position. Entry Lighting The exterior lamps turn off Some exterior lamps and the interior immediately by turning the exterior lamps turn on briefly at night, or in lamps control off.
  • Page 146: Battery Power Protection

    Lighting moving up or down. This is normal. Normally, these actions occur in timer, turn the exterior lamp control If there is a problem, an alert will be steps or levels, without being to the position and then back to displayed.
  • Page 147: Infotainment System

    Infotainment System Infotainment Phone Introduction Bluetooth (Overview) ..168 System Bluetooth (Voice Infotainment Recognition) ....169 Bluetooth (Infotainment Base radio information is included in Controls) .
  • Page 148: Theft-Deterrent Feature

    Infotainment System The infotainment system has built-in Set up the audio by presetting Theft-Deterrent Feature features intended to help avoid favorite stations, setting the TheftLock is designed to discourage distraction by disabling some tone, and adjusting the theft of the vehicle's radio by functions when driving.
  • Page 149: Overview

    Infotainment System Overview Press to go to the Home Page. See Home Page 0 149. Radio: Press and release to go to the previous station or channel. Press and hold to fast seek the next strongest previous station or channel. USB/BT Music/Pictures: Press and hold to go to the previous content.
  • Page 150: Home Page

    Infotainment System Home Page Features Projection : Touch to access supported devices when connected. Radio: Press and release to See USB Port 0 155. go to the next station or Settings : Touch to access the channel. Press and hold to Personalization menu.
  • Page 151: Am-Fm Radio

    SXM (if equipped). The last compatible mobile device hotspot, and country. For more information station that was playing starts home hotspot or public hotspot can on this feature, see my.gmc.com/ playing again. be used. Applicable data rates may learn. apply.
  • Page 152 Infotainment System 1. Touch MENU from a source 3. Touch Custom. Manual Tuning screen. Bass, Midrange, or Treble: Continue touching 2. Select Auto Volume. Touch or +. manually change the radio station. 3. Select the desired setting. Fade or Balance: Adjust the Direct Tune front/rear or left/right 4.
  • Page 153: Satellite Radio

    Infotainment System Update Station List 3. Touch and hold any of the 1-888-601-6296 (U.S.); or see preset buttons to save the www.siriusxm.ca or call 1. From the AM or FM menu, current radio station to that 1-877-438-9677 (Canada). touch MENU, then touch button of the selected Update Station List.
  • Page 154: Radio Reception

    Infotainment System Selecting a Channel Using the SiriusXM Menu 2. Touch OK. Auto Volume Operation Touch and the previous or next channel will be selected. 1. Touch Auto Volume. See Auto 1. Touch MENU on the SXM Volume in AM-FM Radio infotainment display.
  • Page 155: Multi-Band Antenna

    Infotainment System devices are plugged into the SiriusXM Satellite Radio Multi-Band Antenna accessory power outlet. If there is Service The multi-band antenna is on the interference or static, unplug the If equipped, SiriusXM Satellite roof of the vehicle. The antenna is item from the accessory power Radio Service provides digital radio used for OnStar, the SiriusXM...
  • Page 156: Audio Players

    Supported Apple Devices The USB port uses the USB 2.0 To view supported devices in the Avoiding Untrusted Media standard. External devices such as U.S., see www.my.gmc.com/ iPhones/iPods and USB storage learned. Devices devices may be connected. To view supported devices in When using media devices such as Canada, see www.gmcowner.ca.
  • Page 157 Infotainment System turned off, the iPod/iPhone To display album title, track title, The time it takes to process files automatically powers off and will not and artist information, the file will depend on the USB storage charge or draw power from the should be compatible with the device type and capacity, and vehicle's battery.
  • Page 158 Infotainment System USB storage devices can only Only connect the iPod/iPhone be connected for playing music, with connection cables viewing photo files, supported by iPod/iPhone or upgrading. products. Other connection cables cannot be used. Do not use the USB terminal to charge USB accessory The iPod/iPhone may be equipment.
  • Page 159 Infotainment System Changing to Next/Previous Files Touch to change to the next file. Touch within five seconds of the playback time to play the previous file. Returning to the Beginning of the Current File If the USB device is already Touch the desired menu.
  • Page 160 Infotainment System MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) If the iPod/iPhone is already Returning to the Beginning of the connected: Current File Connect a MTP supported device. 1. Press Touch after two seconds of the playback time. Play will start automatically after 2.
  • Page 161: Auxiliary Jack

    Infotainment System Tone Settings 2. Touch the screen to open to full Enlarging a Picture screen. Touch the screen again Touch Tone Settings. The Tone Touch from the picture screen. to return to the previous Settings menu is displayed. See screen.
  • Page 162: Bluetooth Audio

    Infotainment System Possible auxiliary audio sources To adjust the tone settings, see To play music via Bluetooth: include: Tone Settings in System Settings 1. Power on the device, and pair under AM-FM Radio 0 150. Laptop computer to connect the device. To adjust the auto volume settings, Audio music player 2.
  • Page 163: Voice Recognition

    Infotainment System All devices launch audio differently. Voice Recognition destination entry and voice keypad, When selecting Bluetooth Audio as can be completed in a single If equipped, voice recognition allows a source, the radio may show as command. If the task takes more for hands-free operation within the paused on the screen.
  • Page 164 Infotainment System instrument cluster displays There are two voice prompt modes to complete the task, or the session the selections and visual supported: is terminated, the voice recognition dialog content. dialog stops. Long verbal prompts: The longer If voice recognition is prompts provide more An example of this type of manual started from the...
  • Page 165 Infotainment System Helpful Hints for Speaking Speak the command naturally, If the phone number has been not too fast, not too slow. Use saved with a name and a place, the Commands direct commands without a lot of direct command should include Voice recognition can understand extra words.
  • Page 166 Infotainment System If manual selection takes more than Tune to <FM frequency> FM : while the help prompt is Pressing 15 seconds, the session terminates Tune to the radio station whose playing will terminate the prompt and prompts that it has timed out. frequency is identified in the and a beep will be heard.
  • Page 167 Infotainment System Play Album : Begin a dialog to Play Chapter : Begin a dialog to Handling Large Amounts of Media enter a specific album name. enter a specific name. Content Play Album <album name> : Play Chapter <chapter name> : It is expected that large amounts of Begin playback of the identified Begin playback of the media...
  • Page 168 Infotainment System the content cannot be accessed The access commands for playlists, Pair Phone : Begins the directly with one command like artists, and genres are prohibited Bluetooth pairing process. Follow Play <song name>. instructions on the radio display. after the number of this type of media exceeds 4,000.
  • Page 169: Bluetooth (Overview)

    Infotainment System Bluetooth Speech Recognition Phone duplicate or rarely used entries. If possible, program speed dial (If Equipped) or other shortcuts. Bluetooth (Overview) Voice Pass-Thru allows access to Review the controls and the speech recognition commands Instructions for using the cell phone operation of the infotainment on the cell phone.
  • Page 170: Recognition)

    Infotainment System Vehicles with a Bluetooth system Infotainment System Controls Audio System can use a Bluetooth-capable cell For information about how to When using the Bluetooth system, phone with a Hands-Free Profile to navigate the menu system using the sound comes through the vehicle's make and receive phone calls.
  • Page 171 Infotainment System Pairing Confirm on the cell phone as Deleting a Paired Phone well. After the PIN is If the phone name to delete is Pairing a Phone successfully entered, the unknown, see Listing All Paired system prompts you to provide 1.
  • Page 172 Infotainment System 3. Say Change phone. Delete All Name Tags : This 3. Say each digit, one at a time. command deletes all stored name After each digit is entered, the If another cell phone is tags in the Hands-Free Calling system repeats back the digit it found, the response will be Directory and the Destinations...
  • Page 173 Infotainment System Listing Stored Numbers Using the Dial or Call If an unwanted number is Command recognized by the system, say The list command will list all the Correction at any time to clear the stored numbers and name tags. 1.
  • Page 174 Infotainment System Once connected, the person called Three-Way Calling To Transfer Audio from the will be heard through the audio Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone Three-way calling must be speakers. During a call with the audio in the supported on the cell phone and vehicle: enabled by the wireless service Receiving a Call...
  • Page 175: Controls)

    Infotainment System To access contacts stored in the cell 3. Say the number or name tag made using OnStar Hands-Free phone: to send. Calling, if available. See OnStar Overview 0 384. Clearing the System 1. Press . The system responds Pairing Information Ready, followed by a tone.
  • Page 176 Infotainment System When the Bluetooth device and 7. Touch Yes on the pop-up 6. When the Bluetooth device and infotainment system are infotainment system are screen of the Bluetooth device successfully paired, the phone book successfully paired, the phone and infotainment system. is downloaded automatically.
  • Page 177 Infotainment System 4. Touch the desired device to 2. Touch Settings. indicates the hands-free pair on the searched list and phone music functions are 3. Touch Bluetooth, then Device screen. enabled. Management. 5. Input the Personal 4. Touch the desired device to indicates only the hands-free Identification Number (PIN) pair.
  • Page 178 Infotainment System Disconnecting a Bluetooth Device versions over 1.2 must be music function. For example, registered and connected to the if you convert to Bluetooth 1. Press product. hands-free while playing Phone music, the music is 2. Touch Settings. From the cell phone or Bluetooth discontinued.
  • Page 179: Text Messaging

    Infotainment System Returning to the Beginning of the The infotainment system Text Menu Current Song transmits the order to play from Inbox : Select to display incoming the Bluetooth device in the messages. To view a message, Touch after two seconds of Bluetooth music play mode.
  • Page 180: Apple Carplay And Android Auto

    Infotainment System Viewing Sender Information To use Android Auto or Apple Press BACK on center stack CarPlay: to go back to the predefined If equipped, select the name of the 1. Download the Android Auto sender to view sender information if messages list.
  • Page 181: Trademarks And License Agreements

    For further information on how to set Google, Google Play, and other up Android Auto and Apple CarPlay marks are trademarks of Google in the vehicle, see my.gmc.com or "Made for iPod" and "Made for Inc.; Apple CarPlay is a trademark see Customer Assistance Offices iPhone"...
  • Page 182 Infotainment System ® ® iPod shuffle , and iPod touch Explicit Language Notice: Channels General Requirements: trademarks of Apple Inc., registered with frequent explicit language are 1. A License Agreement from in the U.S. and other countries. indicated with an XL preceding the ®...
  • Page 183 Infotainment System Schedule I: Gracenote EULA are either registered trademarks or all of the benefits and protections trademarks of Gracenote in the set forth herein that are available to Gracenote. United States and/or other countries. You agree that you will use Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Gracenote Terms of Use Software, and Gracenote Servers...
  • Page 184 Infotainment System rights. Under no circumstances will error-free or that functioning of © 2013. Gracenote, Inc. All Rights Gracenote become liable for any Gracenote Software or Gracenote Reserved. payment to you for any information Servers will be uninterrupted. PANDORA that you provide. You agree that Gracenote is not obligated to PANDORA, the PANDORA logo, Gracenote may enforce its rights...
  • Page 185 Infotainment System Open Source SW Subject to the terms and conditions Product or the Software in of this License, QSSC hereby contravention of applicable export The open source code used in this grants you a limited, non-exclusive, control laws. device can be downloaded at the non-transferable license to use the webpage shown in the information EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT...
  • Page 186 Infotainment System ASSOCIATED WITH YOUR USE LICENSORS HAVE BEEN OF THE SOFTWARE UNDER THIS ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY LICENSE. OF SUCH DAMAGES. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT OTHERWISE REQUIRED BY This product is protected by certain APPLICABLE LAW (SUCH AS IN intellectual property rights of THE CASE OF DELIBERATE OR Microsoft.
  • Page 187: Climate Controls

    Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled. Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems ..186 Automatic Climate Control System ..... . 188 Air Vents Air Vents .
  • Page 188 Climate Controls Air Delivery Mode Control : and the air conditioning compressor Rear Window Defogger will run, unless the outside Press , or to change : If equipped, press to turn the temperature is close to freezing. the direction of the airflow. An rear window defogger on or off.
  • Page 189: Automatic Climate Control System

    Climate Controls Automatic Climate Control System When AUTO is lit, all functions operate automatically. Each function With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be can also be manually set. Functions controlled. not manually set will continue to be automatically controlled.
  • Page 190 Climate Controls Do not cover the solar sensor on the Air Delivery Mode Controls : conditioning compressor will run, top of the instrument panel near the unless the outside temperature is Press , or to change windshield. This sensor regulates close to freezing.
  • Page 191: Air Vents

    Climate Controls Air Vents : Press to turn on recirculation. : Press to turn the rear window An indicator light comes on. Air is defogger on or off. An indicator light Adjustable air vents are in the recirculated to quickly cool the on the button comes on to show that center and on the side of the inside of the vehicle.
  • Page 192: Passenger Compartment Air Filter

    Climate Controls Operation Tips Maintenance Using the climate control system without an air filter installed is not Clear away any ice, snow, recommended. Water or other or leaves from air inlets at the Passenger Compartment debris could enter the system and base of the windshield that could Air Filter result in leaks or noises.
  • Page 193: Driving And Operating

    Driving and Operating Driving and Shifting out of Park ... 217 Cruise Control Parking ..... . . 217 Cruise Control .
  • Page 194: Driving Information

    Driving and Operating Driving Information Designate a front seat Refer to the infotainment section for passenger to handle potential more information on using that distractions. system and the navigation system, Distracted Driving if equipped, including pairing and Become familiar with vehicle using a cell phone.
  • Page 195: Control Of A Vehicle

    Driving and Operating Average driver reaction time is Steering Warning about three-quarters of a second. In Electric Power Steering that time, a vehicle moving at Drinking and then driving is very 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m The vehicle has electric power dangerous.
  • Page 196: Off-Road Recovery

    Driving and Operating Curve Tips Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. Take curves at a reasonable speed. Loss of Control Reduce speed before entering a Skidding curve. There are three types of skids that Maintain a reasonable steady correspond to the vehicle's three speed through the curve.
  • Page 197: Off-Road Driving

    Driving and Operating The vehicle may straighten out. vehicles not equipped with All Read all the information about Be ready for a second skid if it Terrain (AT) or On-Off Road (OOR) four-wheel-drive vehicles in this occurs. tires must not be driven off-road manual.
  • Page 198 Driving and Operating Loading the Vehicle for For more information about loading Warning (Continued) the vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits Off-Road Driving 0 204 and Tires 0 302. of control. Driving across hills can Warning Environmental Concerns cause a rollover. You could be injured or killed.
  • Page 199 Driving and Operating Warning Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Driving to the top of a hill at high on the transfer case overrides the descending a hill and use a low speed can cause an accident. transmission. You or someone gear to keep vehicle speed under There could be a drop-off, else could be injured.
  • Page 200 Driving and Operating Never back down a hill in downhill wheels, which could Warning N (Neutral) using only the cause a downhill slide or a brake. The vehicle can roll rollover. Getting out of the vehicle on the backward quickly and you Surface conditions can be a downhill side when stopped could lose control.
  • Page 201: Driving On Wet Roads

    Driving and Operating Traction is reduced on hard packed After Off-Road Driving Warning (Continued) snow and ice and it is easy to lose Remove any brush or debris that control. Reduce vehicle speed when has collected on the underbody or Traction could be lost, and the driving on hard packed snow chassis, or under the hood.
  • Page 202: Hill And Mountain Roads

    Driving and Operating Hydroplaning Hill and Mountain Roads Warning Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water Driving on steep hills or through can build up under the vehicle's Wet brakes can cause crashes. mountains is different than driving tires so they actually ride on the They might not work as well in a on flat or rolling terrain.
  • Page 203: Winter Driving

    Driving and Operating Winter Driving Allow greater following distance Warning and watch for slippery spots. Icy Driving on Snow or Ice patches can occur on otherwise Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) clear roads in shaded areas. Snow or ice between the tires and or with the ignition off is The surface of a curve or an the road creates less traction or...
  • Page 204: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    Driving and Operating If the Vehicle Is Stuck Warning Warning (Continued) Slowly and cautiously spin the Snow can trap engine exhaust the fan speed to the highest wheels to free the vehicle when setting. See Climate under the vehicle. This may stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
  • Page 205: Vehicle Load Limits

    Driving and Operating Rocking the Vehicle to Get Recovery Hooks Caution It Out Warning Do not drive through standing Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the water if it is deep enough to cover Never pull on recovery hooks front wheels.
  • Page 206 Driving and Operating Tire and Loading Information The Tire and Loading Warning Label Information label also shows the size of the original equipment Do not load the vehicle any tires (3) and the recommended heavier than the Gross cold tire inflation pressures (4). Vehicle Weight Rating For more information on tires (GVWR), or either the...
  • Page 207 Driving and Operating Determine the combined Determine the combined weight of the driver and weight of luggage and cargo passengers that will be being loaded on the vehicle. riding in your vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo Subtract the combined and luggage load capacity weight of the driver and...
  • Page 208 Driving and Operating of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight. Certification/Tire Label Example 2 Example 3 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lb) (1,000 lb) 2.
  • Page 209 Driving and Operating The GVWR includes the weight Using heavier suspension Warning of the vehicle, all occupants, components to get added fuel, and cargo. durability might not change the Do not load the vehicle any weight ratings. Ask your dealer heavier than the Gross The Certification/Tire label may to help load the vehicle the...
  • Page 210 Driving and Operating box. The planks must be Add-On Equipment Warning (Continued) inserted in the pickup box When carrying removable items, depressions. When you carry a limit on how many people something inside the When using this upper load carried inside the vehicle may vehicle, secure it platform, be sure the load is be necessary.
  • Page 211: Truck-Camper Loading

    Driving and Operating Loading Points equipment. See www.gmupfitter.com Maximum for additional pickup box load * Equipment Weight bearing structural information. Ladder Rack 340 kg (750 lb) Truck-Camper Loading and Cargo Information Cross Toolbox 181 kg (400 lb) and Cargo The vehicle was neither designed nor intended to carry a Side Boxes 113 kg per...
  • Page 212: Starting And Operating

    Driving and Operating Starting and Ignition Positions Caution (Continued) Operating premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this New Vehicle Break-In breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake Caution linings. Do not tow a trailer during The vehicle does not need an break-in.
  • Page 213 Driving and Operating This position locks the ignition and firmly apply the brakes and Caution steering wheel. It also locks the steer the vehicle to a safe transmission on automatic location. Using a tool to force the key to transmission vehicles. The key can 3.
  • Page 214: Starting The Engine

    Driving and Operating when the engine is running. The Manual Transmission Caution transmission is also unlocked in this The shift lever should be in Neutral position on automatic transmission and the parking brake engaged. If you add electrical parts or vehicles.
  • Page 215: Engine Heater

    Driving and Operating transmission gently until the oil which will prevent engine heater Caution (Continued) warms up and lubricates all operation at temperatures above moving parts. 18 °C (0 °F). ended, can overheat and damage the cranking motor, and drain the Engine Heater battery.
  • Page 216: Retained Accessory

    Driving and Operating Check the heater cord for 4. Before starting the engine, be Warning (Continued) damage. If it is damaged, do sure to unplug and store the not use it. See your dealer for cord as it was before to keep it condition, or using a a replacement.
  • Page 217: Shifting Into Park

    Driving and Operating Shifting Into Park 2. Hold the button on the shift Warning (Continued) lever and push the lever toward the front of the vehicle into Warning If you have four-wheel drive and P (Park). the transfer case is in N (Neutral), It can be dangerous to get out of 3.
  • Page 218: Shifting Out Of Park

    Driving and Operating Torque Lock Shifting out of Park 3. While holding the shift lever button, move the shift lever to If you are parking on a hill and you This vehicle is equipped with an the desired position. do not shift the transmission into electronic shift lock release system.
  • Page 219: Parking Over Things

    Driving and Operating Parking over Things Engine Exhaust Warning (Continued) That Burn There are holes or openings Warning in the vehicle body from Warning Engine exhaust contains carbon damage or aftermarket modifications that are not monoxide (CO), which cannot be Things that can burn could touch completely sealed.
  • Page 220: Running The Vehicle While Parked

    Driving and Operating Running the Vehicle Automatic shift out of P (Park). See Torque Lock under Shifting Into Park While Parked Transmission 0 216. It is better not to park with the If equipped, there is an electronic engine running. Warning shift lever position indicator within If the vehicle is left with the engine...
  • Page 221 Driving and Operating To rock the vehicle back and forth to Warning Caution get out of snow, ice, or sand without damaging the transmission, see If If you have four-wheel drive, the Shifting out of P (Park) or the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 203. vehicle will be free to roll even N (Neutral) with the engine...
  • Page 222 Driving and Operating D (Drive) can be used when towing The transmission uses adaptive Caution a trailer, carrying a heavy load, shift controls. The adaptive shift driving on steep hills, or driving control process continually Spinning the tires or holding the off-road.
  • Page 223: Manual Mode

    Driving and Operating Manual Mode To use this feature: This number is the highest gear that the transmission will command while 1. Move the shift lever to Range Selection Mode operating in L (Manual Mode). All L (Manual Mode). gears below that number are 2.
  • Page 224: Tow/Haul Mode

    Driving and Operating 6-Speed Automatic Transmission Caution Gear before shifting from Spinning the tires or holding the D (Drive) to L (Manual Mode) vehicle in one place on a hill Range after shifting from using only the accelerator pedal D (Drive) to L (Manual Mode) may damage the transmission.
  • Page 225: Manual Transmission

    Driving and Operating control, and transmission cooling Manual Transmission Caution when driving down steep hills or mountain grades, towing, or hauling Do not rest your foot on the clutch heavy loads. pedal while driving or while stopped. The pressure can cause premature wear in the clutch.
  • Page 226 Driving and Operating To operate the manual transmission: To stop, let up on the accelerator Use R (Reverse), along with the pedal and press the brake pedal. parking brake, for parking the 1 (First) : Press the clutch pedal Just before the vehicle stops, press vehicle.
  • Page 227: Drive Systems

    Driving and Operating Drive Systems Cause tires to wear faster. Engagement noise and bump when shifting between 4 and 4 or from Cause additional driveline noise. N (Neutral), with the engine running, Four-Wheel Drive is normal. Warning If equipped, four-wheel drive Shifting into 4 will turn Traction engages the front axle for extra If equipped with four-wheel drive,...
  • Page 228 Driving and Operating All of the lights will blink on then off mud, or deep snow, and while Delayed shift from 4 to 2 may be momentarily when the ignition is climbing or descending steep hills. experienced due to uneven tire turned on.
  • Page 229 Driving and Operating 2. Set the parking brake and Shifting Into 4 Shifting Out of 4 press and hold the brake When 4 is engaged, vehicle speed 1. To shift out of 4 the vehicle pedal. See Parking Brake should be kept below 72 km/h must be stopped or moving 0 233.
  • Page 230 Driving and Operating 8. Turn the engine off, and the All of the lights will blink on then off Caution ignition to ACC/ACCESSORY. momentarily when the ignition is turned on. The light that remains on 9. Place the transmission shift Shifting the transmission into gear will indicate the state of the lever in P (Park).
  • Page 231 Driving and Operating needed, such as when driving on 2 (Two-Wheel Drive High) : Use Shifting Into 4 snowy or icy roads, or when for driving on most streets and off-roading. When 4 is engaged, keep vehicle highways. The front axle is not speed below 72 km/h (45 mph).
  • Page 232 Driving and Operating If the transmission is in gear and/or 4. Shift the transmission to Caution moving more than 5 km/h (3 mph), N (Neutral). the 4 indicator light will flash for Shifting the transmission into gear 5. Shift the transfer case to 2 . 30 seconds and not complete the before the requested mode 6.
  • Page 233: Antilock Brake

    Driving and Operating 10. Turn the ignition to off. Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the Shifting Out of N (Neutral) brakes and continue braking to Antilock Brake To shift: avoid a sudden obstacle, a System (ABS) computer senses the wheels are 1.
  • Page 234: Parking Brake

    Driving and Operating Using ABS Set the parking brake by holding the system warning light will flash and a regular brake pedal down, then chime will sound warning you that Do not pump the brakes. Just hold pushing down the parking brake the parking brake is still on.
  • Page 235: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)

    Driving and Operating the driving situation dictates. The activated. During the transition Ride Control Systems Brake Assist feature will period between when the driver automatically disengage when the releases the brake pedal and starts Traction Control/ brake pedal is released or brake to accelerate to drive off on a grade, Electronic Stability pedal pressure is quickly...
  • Page 236 Driving and Operating vehicle wheel brakes to assist the instrument cluster. Both traction maintaining control. The vehicle is driver in keeping the vehicle on the control and StabiliTrak are safe to drive, but driving should be intended path. automatically disabled in this adjusted accordingly.
  • Page 237: Hill Descent Control (Hdc)

    Driving and Operating StabiliTrak will automatically turn on Caution if the vehicle exceeds 56 km/h (35 mph). TCS will remain off until Do not repeatedly brake or the driver presses or the ignition accelerate heavily when TCS is is cycled Off then On. off.
  • Page 238: Limited-Slip Differential

    Driving and Operating HDC will remain enabled between Cruise control will not function while Cruise Control 30 and 60 km/h (19 and 37 mph), HDC is enabled and vehicle speed With cruise control a speed of about however vehicle speed cannot be is below 40 km/h (25 mph).
  • Page 239 Driving and Operating If equipped with a manual : Press to disengage cruise transmission, the cruise control will control without erasing the set remain active when the gears are speed from memory. shifted. The cruise is deactivated if Setting Cruise Control the clutch is pressed for several seconds.
  • Page 240 Driving and Operating Resuming a Set Speed The speedometer reading can be Passing Another Vehicle While displayed in either English or metric Using Cruise Control If the cruise control is set at a units. See Driver Information Center desired speed and then the brakes Use the accelerator pedal to (DIC) (Base Level) 0 125 or Driver increase the vehicle speed.
  • Page 241: Driver Assistance Systems

    Driving and Operating Ending Cruise Control Driver Assistance R (Reverse), the video image automatically appears on the There are four ways to end cruise Systems infotainment screen. The control: infotainment screen goes to the Step lightly on the brake pedal. Rear Vision previous screen after approximately four seconds once the vehicle is...
  • Page 242: System

    Driving and Operating 4. Select Guidance Lines, then When the System Does Not select Off or On. Seem to Work Properly Rear Vision Camera Error The RVC system may not work Messages properly or display a clear image if: SERVICE REAR VISION CAMERA It is dark.
  • Page 243 Driving and Operating approaching a vehicle ahead too FCA can be disabled with either the Warning quickly, FCA provides a red flashing FCA steering wheel control or, alert on the windshield, and rapidly if equipped, through vehicle FCA does not provide a warning beeps.
  • Page 244: Lane Departure Warning (Ldw)

    Driving and Operating When your vehicle approaches or Off. The first button press shows Cleaning the System another detected vehicle too rapidly, the current setting on the DIC. If the FCA system does not seem to the red lights will flash on the Additional button presses will operate properly, cleaning the windshield.
  • Page 245 Driving and Operating Additionally, there will be three Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) beeps on the right or left, depending on the lane departure direction. Detect lane markings under camera sensors clean and in poor weather or visibility When the System Does Not good repair.
  • Page 246: Fuel

    Driving and Operating Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline Caution (Continued) meeting ASTM specification D4814 For diesel engine vehicles, see with a posted octane rating of 87 or Fuel containing metals such Fuel for Diesel Engines in the higher. Do not use gasoline with a as methylcyclopentadienyl Duramax diesel supplement.
  • Page 247: Fuels In Foreign Countries

    Driving and Operating control system performance may be change, can help. GM Fuel System Warning (Continued) affected. The malfunction indicator Treatment Cleaner is the only lamp could turn on and the vehicle gasoline additive recommended by Do not leave the fuel pump may not pass a smog-check test.
  • Page 248 Driving and Operating Filling the Tank with a Portable Warning (Continued) Gas Can If the vehicle runs out of fuel and Vehicle performance issues, must be filled from a portable including engine stalling and gas can: damage to the fuel system. Fuel spills.
  • Page 249: Filling A Portable Fuel

    Driving and Operating 3. Remove and clean the funnel Trailer Towing Warning (Continued) adapter and return to the storage location. General Towing Bring the fill nozzle in Information Filling a Portable Fuel contact with the inside of the fill opening before Container Only use towing equipment that has operating the nozzle.
  • Page 250 Driving and Operating Do not tow a trailer during the Before starting, check all trailer hitch Warning (Continued) first 800 km (500 mi) to prevent parts and attachments, safety damage to the engine, axle, chains, electrical connectors, lamps, Do not drive with the or other parts.
  • Page 251 Driving and Operating Backing Up If the trailer turn signal bulbs burn altitudes. If the engine is turned off out, the arrows on the instrument immediately after towing at high Hold the bottom of the steering cluster will still flash for turns. It is altitude on steep uphill grades, the wheel with one hand.
  • Page 252: Trailer Towing

    Driving and Operating If parking the rig on a hill: 4. Release the parking brake. Trailer Towing 1. Press the brake pedal, but do 5. Let up on the brake pedal. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn see the Duramax diesel 6.
  • Page 253 Driving and Operating See Vehicle Load Limits 0 204 for The following information has many Trailer weight rating (TWR) is more information about the vehicle's time-tested, important trailering tips calculated assuming the tow vehicle maximum load capacity. and safety rules. Many of these are has the driver, a front seat important for your safety and that of passenger, and all required trailering...
  • Page 254 Driving and Operating SAE J2807 Compliant Engine Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 2.5L L4 4.10 1 587 kg (3,500 lb) 3 856 kg (8,500 lb) 3.6L V6 3.42 3 175 kg (7,000 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb) (a) The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment, and conversions.
  • Page 255: Towing Equipment

    Driving and Operating Weight Rating). See Total Weight exceed the GVWR limit for the Towing Equipment on the Vehicle's Tires later in this vehicle, or the RGAWR, with the tow Hitches section. vehicle and trailer fully loaded for the trip including the weight of the After loading the trailer, weigh the The correct hitch equipment helps trailer tongue.
  • Page 256 Driving and Operating Weight-Distributing Hitch Safety Chains certain threshold. These requirements vary from state to Adjustment Always attach chains between the state. vehicle and the trailer. Cross the A weight-distributing hitch may be Read and follow the instructions for safety chains under the tongue of useful with some trailers.
  • Page 257 Driving and Operating To help charge a remote White/Blue: Brake signal to (non-vehicle) battery, press the Tow/ controller Haul Mode button on the center Blue: Trailer Brake power to stack. If the trailer is too light for trailer connector Tow/Haul Mode, turn on the To remove the left side kick panel, headlamps to help charge the start at the front of the panel pulling...
  • Page 258 Driving and Operating When pulling a heavy trailer or a Integrated Trailer Brake antilock brake or StabiliTrak large or heavy load in busy systems to activate, power sent to Control System parking lots where improved low the trailer's brakes will be The vehicle may have an Integrated speed control of the vehicle is automatically adjusted to minimize...
  • Page 259 Driving and Operating The ITBC system has a control a Trailer Gain button to recall the Warning (Continued) panel on the instrument panel to the current Trailer Gain setting. left of the steering column. See Each press and release of the trailer instability which could Instrument Panel 0 6.
  • Page 260 Driving and Operating The Trailer Output will indicate vehicle s brakes. Sliding the lever to Use the following to adjust Trailer - - - - - - on the Trailer Brake the left will apply only the trailer Gain for each towing condition: Display Page whenever the brakes.
  • Page 261 Driving and Operating 3. Readjust Trailer Gain anytime If the disconnect occurs while 3. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the vehicle loading, trailer loading, the vehicle is stationary, this ignition back to RUN. or road surface conditions message will automatically turn 4.
  • Page 262: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)

    Driving and Operating wiring connection to the trailer and and the trailer has the electric Warning (Continued) turn the ignition back on. If either of actuated brake system, StabiliTrak these messages continues, either may also apply the trailer brakes. vehicle or trailer tires. See Towing the vehicle or trailer needs service.
  • Page 263: Conversions And Add-Ons

    Driving and Operating devices may have on vehicle Conversions and Warning (Continued) handling or trailer brake Add-Ons performance is unknown. road surface that is free of traffic at about 32-40 km/h Add-On Electrical Warning (20-25 mph) and fully apply Equipment the manual trailer brake Use of electronic trailer sway apply lever.
  • Page 264 Driving and Operating Caution Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment. Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the vehicle is not operating.
  • Page 265: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle Care Vehicle Care Battery - North America ..285 Electrical System Four-Wheel Drive ... . . 286 Electrical System Overload . . . 294 Front Axle .
  • Page 266: General Information

    Vehicle Care Wheel Alignment and Tire General Information California Proposition Balance ..... 320 65 Warning For service and parts needs, visit Wheel Replacement .
  • Page 267: California Perchlorate

    Vehicle Care California Perchlorate Damage to suspension components Vehicle Checks caused by modifying vehicle height Materials Requirements outside of factory settings will not be Doing Your Own Certain types of automotive covered by the vehicle warranty. Service Work applications, such as airbag Damage to vehicle components initiators, seat belt pretensioners, resulting from modifications or the...
  • Page 268: Hood

    Vehicle Care Keep a record with all parts receipts To close the hood: and list the mileage and the date of 1. Before closing the hood, be any service work performed. See sure all the filler caps are Maintenance Records 0 365. properly installed.
  • Page 269: Overview

    Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 2.5L L4 Engine...
  • Page 270 Vehicle Care 1. Coolant Surge Tank and 5. Engine Oil Dipstick. See 8. Windshield Washer Fluid Pressure Cap. See Cooling Engine Oil 0 271. Reservoir. See Washer Fluid System 0 278. 0 283. 6. Engine Compartment Fuse 2. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 276. Block 0 295.
  • Page 271 Vehicle Care 3.6L V6 Engine...
  • Page 272: Engine Oil

    Vehicle Care 1. Coolant Surge Tank and Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil Pressure Cap. See Cooling Check the engine oil level regularly, For diesel engine vehicles, see System 0 278. every 650 km (400 mi), especially Engine Oil in the Duramax diesel 2.
  • Page 273 Vehicle Care checking a cold engine prior to Caution (Continued) starting. Remove the dipstick and check the level. has so much oil that the oil level If unable to wait two hours, the gets above the cross-hatched engine must be off for at least area that shows the proper 15 minutes if the engine is operating range, the engine could...
  • Page 274: Engine Oil Life System

    Vehicle Care Specification Cold Temperature Operation: In an What to Do with Used Oil area of extreme cold, where the Ask for and use engine oils that Used engine oil contains certain temperature falls below 29 °C meet the dexos1 specification. elements that can be unhealthy for ( 20 °F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be Engine oils that have been...
  • Page 275 Vehicle Care include engine revolutions, engine the oil regularly over the course of 2. Press and hold on the DIC, temperature, and miles driven. an oil drain interval and keep it at or SET/CLR on the turn signal Based on driving conditions, the the proper level.
  • Page 276: Automatic Transmission

    Vehicle Care Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission When to Check and What to Use Fluid Fluid How to Check Automatic How to Check Manual Transmission Fluid Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level.
  • Page 277: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

    Vehicle Care Do not remove the cap to check the cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake To inspect or replace the engine air fluid level or to top-off the fluid level. the engine air cleaner/filter (away cleaner/filter: Remove the cap only when from the vehicle), to release loose 1.
  • Page 278 Vehicle Care To inspect or replace the engine air Warning cleaner/filter: 1. Remove the screws (1) on top Operating the engine with the air of the engine air cleaner/filter cleaner/filter off can cause you or housing. others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air;...
  • Page 279: Cooling System

    Vehicle Care Cooling System Warning The cooling system allows the Do not touch heater or radiator engine to maintain the correct hoses, or other engine parts. working temperature. They can be very hot and can burn you. Do not run the engine if there is a leak;...
  • Page 280 Vehicle Care What to Use Helps keep the proper engine Checking Coolant temperature. The vehicle must be on a level Warning surface when checking the coolant Caution level. Plain water, or other liquids such Do not use anything other than a as alcohol, can boil before the mix of DEX-COOL coolant that proper coolant mixture will.
  • Page 281 Vehicle Care If no coolant is visible in the coolant Warning surge tank, add coolant as follows: How to Add Coolant to the Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system are under Coolant Surge Tank pressure. Turning the pressure cap, even a little, can cause them Warning 1.
  • Page 282: Engine Overheating

    Vehicle Care 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with If the decision is made not to lift the Caution the proper mixture to the mark hood when this warning appears, pointed to on the front of the get service help right away. See If the pressure cap is not tightly coolant surge tank.
  • Page 283: Engine Fan

    Vehicle Care 3. When it is safe to do so, pull off the fan is spinning slower and the Warning (Continued) the road, shift to P (Park) or clutch is not fully engaged. This improves fuel economy and reduces N (Neutral), and let the including the pressure cap, is hot.
  • Page 284: Washer Fluid

    Vehicle Care noise may be heard. This is normal Open the cap with the washer Caution (Continued) and indicates that the cooling symbol on it. Add washer fluid until system is functioning properly. The the tank is full. See Engine When using concentrated fans will change to low speed when Compartment Overview 0 268 for...
  • Page 285: Brake Fluid

    Vehicle Care proper sequence to torque Brake Fluid Warning specifications in Capacities and Specifications 0 367. The brake wear warning sound Brake linings should always be means that soon the brakes will replaced as complete axle sets. not work well. That could lead to a crash.
  • Page 286: Battery - North America

    Vehicle Care There are only two reasons why the Warning Warning brake fluid level in the reservoir may go down: If too much brake fluid is added, it The wrong or contaminated brake Normal brake lining wear. When can spill on the engine and burn, fluid could result in damage to the new linings are installed, the if the engine is hot enough.
  • Page 287: Four-Wheel Drive

    Vehicle Care Refer to the replacement number Vehicle Storage How to Check Lubricant shown on the original battery label when a new battery is needed. See Warning Engine Compartment Overview 0 268 for battery location. Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode.
  • Page 288: Front Axle

    Vehicle Care When to Change Lubricant How to Check Lubricant What to Use Refer to Maintenance Schedule Refer to Recommended Fluids and 0 353 to determine how often to Lubricants 0 362 to determine what change the lubricant. kind of lubricant to use. What to Use Rear Axle Refer to Recommended Fluids and...
  • Page 289: Starter Switch Check

    Vehicle Care five minutes after the vehicle has If the level is below the bottom of Do not use the accelerator been driven will appear to have a the fill plug (2) hole, located on the pedal, and be ready to turn off lower fluid level than a vehicle that rear axle, some lubricant will need the engine immediately if it...
  • Page 290: Check

    Vehicle Care Automatic Transmission Ignition Transmission Park Brake and P (Park) Shift Lock Control Lock Check Mechanism Check Function Check While parked, and with the parking Warning brake set, try to turn the ignition off in each shift lever position. Warning When you are doing this check, For automatic transmission...
  • Page 291: Wiper Blade Replacement

    Vehicle Care To check the P (Park) 3. Remove the wiper blade. Caution (Continued) mechanism's holding ability: 4. Reverse Steps 1 3 for wiper With the engine running, shift to blade replacement. the vehicle warranty. Do not allow P (Park). Then release the the wiper arm to touch the parking brake followed by the Gas Strut(s)
  • Page 292: Headlamp Aiming

    Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Caution Headlamp aim has been preset and Do not apply tape or hang any should need no further adjustment. objects from gas struts. Also do If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, not push down or pull on gas the headlamp aim may be affected.
  • Page 293: Bulb Replacement

    Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement Headlamps, Front Turn Headlamp Signal, Sidemarker, and 1. Open the hood. For the proper type of replacement Parking Lamps bulbs, or any bulb changing 2. Remove the headlamp bulb procedure not listed in this section, cover by turning it contact your dealer.
  • Page 294: Lamps

    Vehicle Care Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps 1. Open the tailgate. 4. Pull the rear lamp assembly 9. Verify the retainer ring is in the straight back to remove it from proper position. If the retainer the vehicle. ring is out of position, it will not engage.
  • Page 295: Center High-Mounted

    Vehicle Care Center High-Mounted Electrical System Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Electrical System Cargo Lamp Overload The vehicle has fuses to protect against an electrical system overload. Fuses also protect power devices in the vehicle. Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating.
  • Page 296: Engine Compartment Fuse Block

    Vehicle Care Windshield Wipers Engine Compartment Danger Fuse Block If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the windshield Fuses and circuit breakers are If the vehicle has a diesel engine, wipers will stop until the motor cools marked with their ampere rating.
  • Page 297 Vehicle Care Caution Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component. A fuse puller is available inside this fuse block.
  • Page 298 Vehicle Care...
  • Page 299 Vehicle Care The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Miscellaneous 1/ Trailer brake features shown. Ignition control module (if Fuses Usage equipped)/Trailer Starter Traction control wiring Traction control module power Rear window module Engine control...
  • Page 300 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Left high-beam headlamp Washer pump Generator Mirrors defogger Cooling fan Relays Usage Vacuum pump Canister vent Air conditioning solenoid clutch Engine control Starter module 2 Trailer Miscellaneous 2/ reverse lamp Ignition Wipers speed Left trailer Fog lamps (if stoplamp/Turn...
  • Page 301: Instrument Panel Fuse

    Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Relays Usage Block Center high-mounted stoplamp Vacuum pump Trailer parking lamps Run/Crank Rear window defogger The instrument panel fuse block is behind the passenger side cowl side trim panel. Remove the plastic nut at the front of the cover, then pull the cover away from the trim panel to access the fuse block.
  • Page 302 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Steering wheel controls Body control module 2 Mirror window module Instrument cluster Body control module 8 OnStar/HVAC Radio/HMI Body control module 6 Communication gateway module Body control module 4 Airbag The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and...
  • Page 303: Wheels And Tires

    Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Tires Data link Every new GM vehicle has connector/USB Auxiliary power high-quality tires made by a HVAC ignition outlet 2 leading tire manufacturer. See Body control module 7 Auxiliary power outlet the warranty manual for Auxiliary power information regarding the tire...
  • Page 304: All-Season Tires

    Vehicle Care and weather conditions. Original Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire performance criteria Underinflated tires pose Replace any tires that have a TPC specification code the same danger as have been damaged by molded onto the sidewall. Original overloaded tires.
  • Page 305: All-Terrain Tires

    Vehicle Care for details regarding winter tire All-Terrain Tires availability and proper tire selection. This vehicle may have all-terrain Also, see Buying New Tires 0 317. tires. These tires provide good With winter tires, there may be performance on most road surfaces, decreased dry road traction, weather conditions, and for off-road increased road noise, and shorter...
  • Page 306 Vehicle Care GM's TPC specifications meet or The TIN shows the (8) Temporary Use Only Only exceed all federal safety manufacturer and plant code, use a temporary spare tire until guidelines. tire size, and date the tire was the road tire is repaired and manufactured.
  • Page 307: Tire Designations

    Vehicle Care (2) Temporary Use Only (4) Maximum Cold Inflation GM's TPC specifications meet or compact spare tire or temporary Load Limit Maximum load that exceed all federal safety use tire should not be driven at can be carried and the guidelines.
  • Page 308: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    Vehicle Care (2) Tire Width The three-digit tire. The load index represents Belt A rubber coated layer of number indicates the tire section the load carrying capacity a tire cords between the plies and the width in millimeters from is certified to carry. The speed tread.
  • Page 309 Vehicle Care maximum capacity of fuel, oil, Intended Outboard Sidewall Maximum Loaded Vehicle and coolant, but without The side of an asymmetrical tire Weight The sum of curb passengers and cargo. that must always face outward weight, accessory weight, when mounted on a vehicle. vehicle capacity weight, and DOT Markings A code molded...
  • Page 310: Tire Pressure

    Vehicle Care Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Traction The friction between Vehicle Capacity Weight tire used on passenger cars and the tire and the road surface. number of designated seating some light duty trucks and The amount of grip provided. positions multiplied by multipurpose vehicles.
  • Page 311: Tire Pressure

    Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading How to Check Caution Information label on the vehicle Use a good quality pocket-type indicates the original equipment Neither tire underinflation nor gauge to check tire pressure. tires and the correct cold tire overinflation is good. Proper tire inflation cannot be inflation pressures.
  • Page 312: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Vehicle Care Return the valve caps on the (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire combined with the low tire pressure pressure telltale when one or more telltale. When the system detects a valve stems to prevent leaks of your tires is significantly malfunction, the telltale will flash for and keep out dirt and moisture.
  • Page 313: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor shown on the Tire and Loading A Tire and Loading Information label Information label. See Vehicle Load shows the size of the original Operation equipment tires and the correct Limits 0 204. This vehicle may have a Tire inflation pressure for the tires when A message to check the pressure in they are cold.
  • Page 314 Vehicle Care TPMS Malfunction Light and The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or process was not done or not being near facilities using radio Message wave frequencies similar to the completed successfully after The TPMS will not function properly rotating the tires.
  • Page 315 Vehicle Care ignition cycle. The sensors are 3. If the vehicle has an uplevel A message asking if the matched to the tire/wheel positions, DIC, make sure the Tire process should begin should using a TPMS relearn tool, in the Pressure info page option is appear.
  • Page 316: Tire Inspection

    Vehicle Care times to indicate the sensor There is cord or fabric Anytime unusual wear is identification code has been noticed, rotate the tires as soon showing through the tire's matched to the driver side rear as possible, check for proper tire rubber.
  • Page 317: When It Is Time For New

    Vehicle Care Adjust the front and rear tires to Warning (Continued) the recommended inflation pressure on the Tire and towel can be used; however, use Loading Information label after a scraper or wire brush later to the tires have been rotated. remove all rust or dirt.
  • Page 318: Buying New Tires

    Vehicle Care equipped, be replaced after six Buying New Tires and snow. See Tire Sidewall years, regardless of tread wear. The Labeling 0 304 for additional GM has developed and matched tire manufacture date is the last four information. specific tires for the vehicle. The digits of the DOT Tire Identification GM recommends replacing worn original equipment tires installed...
  • Page 319 Vehicle Care tires maximum speed capability Warning Warning (Continued) when using winter tires with a lower speed rating. Tires could explode during and wheel assembly with a improper service. Attempting similar overall diameter as the If the vehicle tires must be to mount or dismount a tire road tires and wheels, so it is replaced with a tire that does not...
  • Page 320: Different Size Tires And Wheels

    Vehicle Care Different Size Tires and nominal rim diameters of Warning (Continued) 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), Wheels or to some limited-production developed for the vehicle, and If wheels or tires are installed that tires. have them properly installed by a are a different size than the original GM certified technician.
  • Page 321: Wheel Alignment And Tire

    Vehicle Care Treadwear specified government test passenger car tires must meet surfaces of asphalt and under the Federal Motor Safety The treadwear grade is a concrete. A tire marked C may Standard No. 109. Grades B and comparative rating based on the have poor traction performance.
  • Page 322: Wheel Replacement

    Vehicle Care the left or right, depending on the Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel Used Replacement Wheels crown of the road and/or other road nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor surface variations such as troughs System (TPMS) sensors with new Warning or ruts, is normal.
  • Page 323: If A Tire Goes Flat

    Vehicle Care out of a tire, it is much more likely to Warning (Continued) Caution leak out slowly. But if there ever is a blowout, here are a few tips about vehicle parts. The area damaged If the vehicle has a tire size other what to expect and what to do: by the tire chains could cause you than 255/55R20, 255/65R17 AT,...
  • Page 324 Vehicle Care If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place, well off the road, underinflated or flat may cause a 4. Turn off the engine and do if possible.
  • Page 325: Tire Changing

    Vehicle Care 2. Flat Tire 2. Remove the straps to remove Extended Cab the tool bag. The following information explains how to use the jack and change 3. Fold the rear seat to access a tire. the jack. Tire Changing Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Crew Cab...
  • Page 326 Vehicle Care Insert the ignition key, turn, and pull straight out to remove the spare tire lock (8), if equipped. 3. Turn the knob on the jack (1) 1. Spare Tire (Valve Stem 2. Assemble the wheel wrench (7) counterclockwise to lower the Pointed Down) and the two jack handle jack head to release the jack...
  • Page 327 Vehicle Care Do not use the chiseled end of Tilt the retainer and pull it 5. Wheel Wrench the wheel wrench. through the center of the wheel 1. Do a safety check before along with the cable and Be sure the hoist end of the proceeding.
  • Page 328 Vehicle Care Front Position Rear Position 3. Use the wheel wrench and turn it counterclockwise to loosen 4. Position the jack under the 5. If the flat tire is on the rear, the wheel nuts. Do not remove vehicle, as shown. If the flat position the jack under the rear the wheel nuts yet.
  • Page 329 Vehicle Care Warning Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted on a jack is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
  • Page 330 Vehicle Care 11. Tighten each wheel nut by Warning (Continued) Caution hand. Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the nuts until running wheels, piloting pad Improperly tightened wheel nuts the wheel is held against damage may occur and require can lead to brake pulsation and the hub.
  • Page 331 Vehicle Care 13. Tighten the nuts firmly in a Caution crisscross sequence, as shown, by turning the wheel Storing an aluminum wheel with a wrench clockwise. flat tire under your vehicle for an When reinstalling the regular wheel extended period of time or with and tire, also reinstall the center the valve stem pointing up can cap.
  • Page 332 Vehicle Care 2. Pull the cable and spring through the center of the wheel. Tilt the wheel retainer plate down and through the center of the wheel. Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel. 4.
  • Page 333: Compact Spare Tire

    Vehicle Care and then try to turn the tire. Be sure to fully tighten the wing recommended that the vehicle If the tire moves, use the wheel nut (4) so the tool bag cover can be speed be limited to 80 km/h wrench to tighten the cable.
  • Page 334: Full-Size Spare Tire

    Vehicle Care Do not mix the compact spare tire or Full-Size Spare Tire Caution (Continued) wheel with other wheels or tires. If this vehicle came with a full-size They will not fit. Keep the spare tire four-wheel drive until the flat tire spare tire, it was fully inflated when and its wheel together.
  • Page 335: Jump Starting

    Vehicle Care Have the damaged or flat road tire Jump Starting Warning (Continued) repaired or replaced and installed back onto the vehicle as soon as Jump Starting - North HANDLING. For more information possible so the spare tire will be go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ America available in case it is needed again.
  • Page 336 Vehicle Care 4. Good Battery Positive Caution Caution (Continued) Terminal The jump start negative grounding Ignoring these steps could result damaged. Only use a vehicle that stud (1) for the discharged battery is in costly damage to the vehicle has a 12-volt system with a to the left of the windshield washer that would not be covered by the negative ground for jump starting.
  • Page 337 Vehicle Care 4. Turn the ignition off. Turn off all 10. Try to start the vehicle that had Warning lights and accessories in both the dead battery. If it will not vehicles, except the hazard start after a few tries, it Fans or other moving engine warning flashers if needed.
  • Page 338: Towing The Vehicle

    Vehicle Care Towing the Vehicle four wheels on the ground. Dolly towing is towing the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two Caution wheels on a dolly. Follow the tow vehicle Incorrectly towing a disabled manufacturer s instructions. See vehicle may cause damage.
  • Page 339 Vehicle Care Dinghy Towing Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles To dinghy tow: 1. Position the vehicle being Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles towed behind the tow vehicle, facing forward and on a level surface. 2. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle. 3. Apply the parking brake and start the engine.
  • Page 340 Vehicle Care 11. With a foot on the brake pedal, 6. Check that the vehicle is in Caution release the parking brake. Two-Wheel Drive High by Keep the ignition key in the shifting the transmission to Failure to disconnect the negative towed vehicle in ACC/ R (Reverse) and then to D battery cable or to have it contact...
  • Page 341 Vehicle Care Dolly Towing Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not To dolly tow a four-wheel-drive be towed with the rear wheels on vehicle from the front: Front Towing (Front Wheels Off the ground. Two-wheel-drive 1. Attach the dolly to the tow the Ground) Two-Wheel-Drive transmissions have no provisions vehicle following the dolly...
  • Page 342 Vehicle Care 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off 5. Use a clamping device following the manufacturer's designed for towing to ensure the Ground) instructions. that the front wheels are locked Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles into the straight position. 7.
  • Page 343: Appearance Care

    Vehicle Care 4. Secure the vehicle to the dolly Appearance Care Caution (Continued) following the manufacturer's instructions. Exterior Care your dealer. Follow all 5. Use a clamping device manufacturer directions regarding Locks designed for towing to ensure correct product usage, necessary that the front wheels are locked safety precautions, and Locks are lubricated at the factory.
  • Page 344 Vehicle Care are damaged, see your dealer to Caution (Continued) Caution have the damage assessed and repaired. Foreign materials such as This could cause damage that Machine compounding or calcium chloride and other salts, ice would not be covered by the aggressive polishing on a melting agents, road oil and tar, tree vehicle warranty.
  • Page 345 Vehicle Care The bright metal moldings on the rinse the bedliner surface following Follow instructions under "Washing vehicle are aluminum, chrome or a chemical spill to avoid permanent the Vehicle" previously in this stainless steel. To prevent damage damage. section. always follow these cleaning Spray-in bedliners can fade from Lamp covers are made of plastic,...
  • Page 346 Vehicle Care Clean rubber blades using a lint-free Tires Caution cloth or paper towel soaked with Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to windshield washer fluid or a mild clean the tires. Failure to clean lamps properly detergent. Wash the windshield can cause damage to the lamp thoroughly when cleaning the cover that would not be covered...
  • Page 347 Vehicle Care Brake System on weatherstrips with a clean cloth Caution (Continued) will make them last longer, seal Visually inspect brake lines and better, and not stick or squeak hoses for proper hook-up, binding, on roads that have been sprayed leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
  • Page 348: Interior Care

    Vehicle Care Original manufacturer replacement Use a soft bristle brush to remove Never rub any surface parts will provide the corrosion dust from knobs and crevices on the aggressively or with too much protection while maintaining the instrument cluster. Using a mild pressure.
  • Page 349 Vehicle Care Fabric/Carpet/Suede to a clean area frequently to Caution prevent forcing the soil in to the Start by vacuuming the surface fabric. using a soft brush attachment. If a To prevent scratching, never use 4. Continue gently rubbing the rotating vacuum brush attachment is abrasive cleaners on automotive soiled area until there is no...
  • Page 350 Vehicle Care dirt that can scratch the surface. Caution Caution Then gently clean by rubbing with a microfiber cloth. Never use window Soaking or saturating leather, Use of air fresheners may cause cleaners or solvents. Periodically especially perforated leather, as permanent damage to plastics hand wash the microfiber cloth well as other interior surfaces,...
  • Page 351: Floor Mats

    Vehicle Care Use the following guidelines for Removing and Replacing the Warning proper floor mat usage: Floor Mats The original equipment floor Do not bleach or dye seat belt Pull up on the rear of the floor mat mats were designed for your webbing.
  • Page 352: Service And Maintenance

    Service and Maintenance Service and General Information Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing Maintenance This maintenance section applies to competitively priced maintenance vehicles with a gasoline engine. For and repair services. With trained diesel engine vehicles, see technicians, the dealer is the place "Maintenance Schedule"...
  • Page 353 Service and Maintenance Are driven on reasonable road Caution (Continued) Warning surfaces within legal driving limits. the vehicle, requiring expensive Performing maintenance work can Use the recommended fuel. See repairs that are not covered by be dangerous and can cause Fuel 0 245.
  • Page 354: Maintenance Schedule

    Service and Maintenance Maintenance a year and the oil life system must Tire Rotation and Required be reset. Your trained dealer Services Every 12 000 km/ Schedule technician can perform this work. 7,500 mi If the engine oil life system is reset Owner Checks and Services Rotate the tires, if recommended for accidentally, service the vehicle...
  • Page 355 Service and Maintenance Inspect tire wear. See Tire Visually inspect fuel system for Check parking brake and Inspection 0 315. damage or leaks. automatic transmission park mechanism. See Park Brake and Visually check for fluid leaks. Visually inspect exhaust system P (Park) Mechanism Check and nearby heat shields for Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
  • Page 356 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Replace engine air cleaner filter. (2) Inspect evaporative control system.
  • Page 357 Service and Maintenance (2) Or every four years, whichever (5) Or every five years, whichever comes first. If driving in dusty comes first. See Cooling System conditions, inspect the filter at each 0 278. oil change or more often as needed. (6) Or every 10 years, whichever (3) Visually check all fuel and vapor comes first.
  • Page 358 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Replace engine air cleaner filter. (2) Inspect evaporative control system.
  • Page 359 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (4) Do not directly power wash the Special Application Schedule Additional Required transfer case and/or front/rear axle Services Services - Severe output seals. High pressure water can overcome the seals and (1) Or every two years, whichever Severe Commercial Use contaminate the transfer case fluid.
  • Page 360: Maintenance And Care

    Service and Maintenance Additional Battery Brakes The 12-volt battery supplies power Brakes stop the vehicle and are Maintenance and Care to start the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. additional electrical accessories. Your vehicle is an important Signs of brake wear may include investment and caring for it properly To avoid break-down or failure to chirping, grinding, or squealing...
  • Page 361 Service and Maintenance Hoses Shocks and Struts Tires Hoses transport fluids and should Shocks and struts help aid in control Tires need to be properly inflated, be regularly inspected to ensure for a smoother ride. rotated, and balanced. Maintaining that there are no cracks or leaks. the tires can save money and fuel, Signs of wear may include With a multi-point inspection, your...
  • Page 362 Service and Maintenance Vehicle Care Your dealer has the required Wiper Blades equipment to ensure proper To help keep the vehicle looking like Wiper blades need to be cleaned wheel alignment. new, vehicle care products are and kept in good condition to available from your dealer.
  • Page 363: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants

    Service and Maintenance 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 recommended fluids and lubricants section in the Duramax diesel supplement. Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
  • Page 364 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Key Lock Cylinders, Hood Hinges, Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Body Door Hinge Pins, Tailgate Canada 10953474). Hinge and Linkage, Tailgate Handle Pivot Points, Hinges, Latch Bolt Linkage, and Fuel Door Hinge Manual Transmission DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
  • Page 365: Maintenance Replacement Parts

    Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 94775933 A3195C Oil Filter 2.5L L4 12640445 PF64 3.6L V6 55594651 PF2257G...
  • Page 366: Maintenance Records

    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 367: Technical Data

    Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement parts. See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications Vehicle Identification 0 367 for the vehicle's engine code. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification Service Parts Number (VIN) ....366 Identification Label Service Parts Identification Label .
  • Page 368 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 362. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.
  • Page 369 Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 2.5L L4 0.95 1.10mm (0.037 0.043 in) 3.6L V6 0.80 0.90mm (0.031 0.035 in)
  • Page 370: Engine Drive Belt Routing

    Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing V6 Engines If the vehicle has a diesel engine, L4 Engines see the Duramax diesel supplement.
  • Page 371: Customer Information

    Procedure ....370 GMC. Normally, any concerns with General Motors ... . . 381...
  • Page 372 Customer Information STEP TWO : If after contacting a When contacting GMC, remember may reject it and proceed with any member of dealership management, that your concern will likely be other venue for relief available it appears your concern cannot be resolved at a dealer's facility.
  • Page 373: Customer Assistance

    1-800-263-7854 (French) However, if a customer wishes to jurisdictions because it is informal, 1-800-263-3830 (For Text write or e-mail GMC, the letter quick, and free of charge. Telephone Devices (TTYs)) should be addressed to: Roadside Assistance:...
  • Page 374: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users

    Please contact the local General and view vehicle-specific how-to Motors Business Unit. GMC Centre (Canada) gmc.ca videos. Take a trip to the GMC Centre: Customer Assistance for : View maintenance schedules, Chat live with online help Text Telephone (TTY) alerts, and OnStar onboard vehicle representatives.
  • Page 375: Program

    Calling for Assistance reimbursement, up to certain limits, General Motors North America and When calling Roadside Assistance, of eligible aftermarket adaptive GMC reserve the right to make any have the following information equipment required for the vehicle, changes or discontinue the ready:...
  • Page 376 Lock-Out Service: Vehicle Road or Highway: Tow to the delivered back to the customer, registration is required. nearest GMC dealer for warranty up to 805 km (500 mi). service, or if the vehicle was in a Trip Interruption Benefits and crash and cannot be driven.
  • Page 377: Scheduling Service

    Customer Information to Roadside Assistance. If your dealer requests you to bring furnished with each new vehicle Mechanical failures may be the vehicle for service, you are provides detailed warranty coverage covered, however any cost for information. urged to do so as early in the work parts and labor for repairs not day as possible to allow for Transportation Options...
  • Page 378: Collision Damage Repair

    Customer Information and be supported by original Additional Program Collision Parts receipts. See your dealer for Information Genuine GM Collision parts are new information. parts made with the same materials All program options, such as shuttle and construction methods as the Courtesy Rental Vehicle service, may not be available at parts with which the vehicle was...
  • Page 379 Customer Information Aftermarket collision parts are also Insuring the Vehicle parts. Read the lease carefully, as available. These are made by you may be charged at the end of Protect your investment in the GM companies other than GM and may the lease for poor quality repairs.
  • Page 380: Information

    Customer Information Vehicle make, model, and original GM parts. Remember, Service Publications model year recycled parts will not be covered by Ordering Information the GM vehicle warranty. Vehicle Identification Service Manuals Number (VIN) Insurance pays the bill for the repair, but you must live with the repair.
  • Page 381: Reporting Safety Defects

    Customer Information RETAIL SELL PRICE: Radio Frequency Reporting Safety $25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and Statement Defects shipping fees. This vehicle has systems that Current and Past Models Reporting Safety Defects operate on a radio frequency that complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the Service and Owner publications are to the United States available for many current and past...
  • Page 382: Government

    Transport Administrator, NHTSA (1-800-462-8782), or write: Canada immediately, and notify 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. General Motors of Canada GMC Customer Assistance Center Washington, D.C. 20590 Company. Call Transport P.O. Box 33172 You can also obtain other Detroit, MI 48232-5172 Canada at 1-800-333-0510;...
  • Page 383: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy

    Customer Information Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a better understanding of the Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to Note record, in certain crash or near The vehicle has a number of...
  • Page 384: Onstar

    Customer Information GM will not access these data or OnStar Terms and Conditions and share it with others except: with the Privacy Statement on the OnStar consent of the vehicle owner or, website. if the vehicle is leased, with the See OnStar Additional Information consent of the lessee;...
  • Page 385: Onstar

    OnStar OnStar OnStar Overview information about you and your vehicle, including location information. See OnStar User Terms, Privacy Statement, and OnStar Overview Software Terms for more details OnStar Overview ... . . 384 including system limitations at www.onstar.com (U.S.) or OnStar Services...
  • Page 386: Onstar Services

    OnStar OnStar Services Press Press to connect to an Advisor to: Open the OnStar app on the Emergency infotainment display. See the Verify account information or infotainment manual for update contact information. Emergency Services require an information on how to use the Get driving directions.
  • Page 387: Security

    OnStar Security Navigation Cancel Route 1. Press . System responds: If equipped, OnStar provides these OnStar navigation requires a services: specific OnStar service plan. OnStar ready, then a tone. With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, 2. Say Cancel route. System to receive Turn-by-Turn Press OnStar Advisors can use GPS to responds: Do you want to...
  • Page 388: Connections

    OnStar Get My Destination For coverage maps, see 1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot www.onstar.com (U.S.) or information, press to open 1. Press . System responds: www.onstar.ca (Canada). the OnStar app on the OnStar ready, then a tone. infotainment display, then Ensuring Security 2.
  • Page 389 Apple and Android region. For some vehicles, press smartphones. GMC users can Connect with GMC on social to open the OnStar app on the access the following services from a media. infotainment display, then select...
  • Page 390: Diagnostics

    OnStar 2. Say Call. System responds: Diagnostics as the battery, fuel system, Call. Please say the name or or starter system. Alerts for By monitoring and reporting on the number to call. potential issues appear on the vehicle s key systems, OnStar infotainment display.
  • Page 391: Onstar Additional Information

    OnStar OnStar Additional After change in ownership and Advanced Vehicle Diagnostics, at 90 days. Remote Services, Roadside Information Assistance, Turn-by-Turn Transferring Service Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling OnStar Smart Driver are available on most vehicles. Not Press to request account transfer all OnStar services are available OnStar Smart Driver provides eligibility information.
  • Page 392 OnStar information about the vehicle cannot Find a hotel, restaurant, etc., Warranty work unless GPS signals are that meets accessibility needs. OnStar equipment may be available, unobstructed, and Provide directions to the closest warranted as part of the vehicle compatible with the OnStar hospital or pharmacy in urgent warranty.
  • Page 393 OnStar around airports; in tunnels and Unable to Connect to OnStar Vehicle Software Updates underpasses; or in an area with Message OnStar or GM may remotely deliver very dense trees. If GPS signals software updates or changes to the If there is limited cellular coverage are not available, the OnStar vehicle without further notice or or the cellular network has reached...
  • Page 394 OnStar consent to these software updates libcurl and unzip and for other COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE or changes and agreement that third party software please see LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, either OnStar or GM may remotely http://opensource.lge.com/index DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, deliver them to the vehicle.
  • Page 395 OnStar For the purposes of this copyright Permission is granted to anyone to 3. Altered versions including, but and license, Info-ZIP is defined as use this software for any purpose, not limited to, ports to new the following set of individuals: including commercial applications, operating systems, existing and to alter it and redistribute it...
  • Page 396 OnStar 4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use the names Info-ZIP, Zip, UnZip, UnZipSFX, WiZ, Pocket UnZip, Pocket Zip, and MacZip for its own source and binary releases.
  • Page 397: Index

    Index Index Airbag System (cont'd) When Should an Airbag Accessories and Inflate? ......60 Modifications ....266 Where Are the Airbags? .
  • Page 398 Index Audio Bluetooth Bluetooth ..... 161 Overview ... 168, 169, 174 Calibration .
  • Page 399 Index Charging System Light ..117 Connections Check OnStar ..... . . 387 Damage Repair, Collision .
  • Page 400 Index Driving (cont'd) Engine (cont'd) Filter, Coolant Temperature Drunk ......193 Engine Air Cleaner ... 276 For Better Fuel Economy .
  • Page 401 Index Fuel (cont'd) Gauges (cont'd) Heated Additives ..... 246 Warning Lights and Steering Wheel ....103 Economy Driving .
  • Page 402 Index Infants and Young Children, Lamps (cont'd) Lights (cont'd) Door Ajar ..... 125 Restraints ..... . 71 Malfunction Indicator Infotainment .
  • Page 403 Index Loss of Control ....195 Messaging Low Fuel Warning Light ..123 Text ......178 Engine .
  • Page 404 Index Parking (cont'd) Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts ..55 Records Brake ......233 Privacy Maintenance .
  • Page 405 Index Roads Seats (cont'd) Servicing the Airbag ... . . 67 Head Restraints ....44 Driving, Wet .
  • Page 406 Index Storage Areas Tires (cont'd) Towing Center Console ....100 All-Terrain ....304 Driving Characteristics .
  • Page 407 Index Truck-Camper Loading Vehicle (cont'd) Windows ......40 Information ....210 Towing .
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