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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Safety Labels ............48 Congratulations on your purchase of a HUMMER H2. Please read this information about your vehicle’s features to ensure an outstanding ownership experience. Note that your vehicle may not include all the features described in this booklet.

  • Page 3: Driver Information

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 2 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM DRIVER INFORMATION 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 9 10 11 12 13 Instrument Panel 9. Global Window Switch 16. Locking Rear Axle Control 10. Exterior Lights Control Tow/Haul Button 1.

  • Page 4: Instrument Cluster

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 3 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM DRIVER INFORMATION 14 15 16 17 19 13 Instrument Cluster 8. Speedometer 15. Driver Information Center Dis- play 9. Safety Belt Reminder Light The instrument cluster shown is typi- 16. Brake System Warning Light 10.

  • Page 5: Driver Information Center

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 4 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM DRIVER INFORMATION (Trip/Fuel Information Button) Press this button to access the trip/ fuel information menu. Pressing this button repeatedly will allow you to scroll through the following displays: • Odometer • Trip Odometer Driver Information Center The control buttons are located on •...
  • Page 6 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 5 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM DRIVER INFORMATION (Vehicle Information Button) (Customization Button) - EXIT LIGHTING (exit lighting) Press this button to access the vehi- The Driver Information Center can - APPROACH LIGHTING cle information menu. be used to program various custom- (approach lighting) ization features that may be avail- Pressing this button repeatedly will...
  • Page 7 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 6 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM DRIVER INFORMATION FEATURE CUSTOMIZATION To exit programming mode, do any DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER of the following: MESSAGES To customize features: • Turn off the ignition. The Driver Information Center 1. The ignition must be on and the provides a variety of vehicle warning vehicle must be in P (Park).

  • Page 8: Safety And Security

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 7 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM SAFETY AND SECURITY Unlock Vehicle Remote-Start Press to unlock the driver's door If enabled, this feature allows you to and turn on the interior lights. Press start the engine from outside the the button twice within three vehicle.

  • Page 9: Theft Deterrent System

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 8 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM SAFETY AND SECURITY Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm To disarm the system, unlock the vehicle using the keyless entry Press and release to locate your transmitter. vehicle. The alarm will not be disarmed if the The horn will chirp three times and doors are unlocked with a key or the the turn signal lights will flash three...

  • Page 10: Comfort

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 9 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM COMFORT Power Seat Controls The vertical switch reclines the Use the round control pad to adjust seatback. the lumbar support. The power seat controls are located Push the switch forward or rearward Push the front of the control to on the outboard sides of the front to adjust the angle of the seatback.

  • Page 11: Heated Seats

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 10 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM COMFORT An indicator light will glow to show Memory Feature the selected temperature setting. This feature allows you to preset two • 3 lights (high heat) different driver's seat and outside mirror positions.

  • Page 12: Automatic Climate Control System

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 11 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM COMFORT MANUAL MODE To operate the system manually, use the following controls: • On/Off Button Press to turn the system on. Press it again to turn the system off. • Driver Temperature Control Press the plus or minus button, Easy Exit Seat Automatic Climate Control...
  • Page 13 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 12 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM COMFORT • PASS (passenger) Button • AUX (auxiliary) Button (If equipped) If you would like to reset the pas- senger's temperature to be the Press AUX on the front climate same as the driver's, press the control system to turn the rear PASS (passenger) button to turn climate control system on and...

  • Page 14: Rear Climate Control

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 13 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM COMFORT Rear Climate Control When you adjust the settings for the • Air Outlet Selector rear system using the rear control Press this button to adjust the Your vehicle may also be equipped panel, the front and rear systems will direction of the airflow between with a rear climate control system...

  • Page 15: Entertainment

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 14 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM ENTERTAINMENT Tune Knob Preset Stations With the radio source selected, Your sound system allows you to rotate the knob to the right to go store up to 36 preset stations using to a higher station and to the left to six available mixed-band preset go to a lower station.
  • Page 16 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 15 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM ENTERTAINMENT When a device is connected, press Radio Data System (RDS) 3. Press the push-button located AUX to begin playing audio from under the clock option label. When you are tuned to an RDS the device over the vehicle speakers.
  • Page 17 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 16 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM ENTERTAINMENT 3. Press the push-button under the Presetting Stations desired setting. Your sound system allows you to To change the time or date do store up to 36 preset stations using one of the following: six available mixed-band preset station lists.
  • Page 18 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 17 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM ENTERTAINMENT To store a radio station to a preset 6-DISC CD PLAYER list, do the following: To load one compact disc: 5. Press BAND to select AM or FM. 1. Turn on the ignition. 6.
  • Page 19 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 18 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM ENTERTAINMENT To load two or more compact To play a loaded disc: Ejecting Discs discs: Once the disc is inserted, compact Press (located next to the disc With the compact disc changer, you disc functions will appear on the slot) to eject the disc.

  • Page 20: Audio Steering Wheel Controls

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 19 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM ENTERTAINMENT PLAYING AN MP3 AUDIO FILE Press SRCE to switch between the available audio sources: Your audio system has the capability of playing a CD-R or CD-RW disc • AM Band containing MP3 audio files.

  • Page 21: Rear Seat Audio And Dvd Rear Seat Entertainment Systems

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 20 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM ENTERTAINMENT Audio output from this system can Volume Control be heard using wired headphones The left knob controls the (not included) or your vehicle's volume for the left set of wired head- speakers.
  • Page 22 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 21 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM ENTERTAINMENT DVD REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT Note: PARENTAL CONTROL FEATURE The Rear Seat Entertainment System The entertainment system's infra- Parental Control can help gain the includes a DVD player as part of the red transmitter/receiver window attention of rear passengers by stop- front radio, a flip-down video screen,...

  • Page 23: Convenience

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 22 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM CONVENIENCE Starting the Vehicle During remote-start engine runtime, do the following to transition the To start the vehicle using the vehicle from remote-start operation remote-start feature, do the to normal vehicle operation: following: 1.

  • Page 24: Automatic Headlight System And Exterior/Interior Lights

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 23 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM CONVENIENCE Canceling a Remote-Start • Rotate the knob to to activate the automatic headlight system. To end remote-start engine runtime without transitioning to normal When activated, this automatic vehicle operation, do any of the headlight feature turns your following: headlights and other operating...

  • Page 25: Windshield Wipers/Washer

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 24 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM CONVENIENCE Windshield Wipers/Washer INTERIOR LIGHT CONTROLS Instrument Light Dimmer Dome Lights Override Button The instrument light dimmer The controls are located on the controls the brightness of the multifunction lever on the left side of This button is located on the instru- instrument panel lights.

  • Page 26: Rear Wiper/Washer

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 25 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM CONVENIENCE To turn off the wipers, rotate the Rear Wiper/Washer (SUV band to the "off" setting Model) At the top of the multifunction lever If your vehicle is equipped with this there's a paddle with the windshield feature, the switch is located on the washer symbol on it.

  • Page 27: Cruise Control

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 26 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM CONVENIENCE • + RES (accelerate/resume) Press this button to resume a set speed, or to increase the speed if the system is active. • (cancel) temporarily Press this button to turn off cruise control without erasing the set speed memory Cruise Control Global Window Feature...

  • Page 28: Power Folding Mirrors

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 27 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM CONVENIENCE You can also use the remote keyless Rear Vision Camera (If entry transmitter to express-open equipped) the windows. With the vehicle in R (Reverse), the Press and hold the unlock button rear vision camera displays a view of until the windows begin to lower.

  • Page 29: Lowering The Midgate™ (Sut Model)

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 28 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM CONVENIENCE Lowering the Midgate™ 3. Press either one of the two Reverse the procedure to raise the power midgate latch release midgate. (SUT Model) buttons. The midgate will move The midgate must be fully latched The midgate allows you to extend slightly forward from its closed before the window can be raised.

  • Page 30: Performance And Maintenance

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 29 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM PERFORMANCE AND MAINTENANCE 6-Speed Automatic The transmission will be limited to the gear selected and lower gears. Transmission Shifting will occur normally while The 6-speed automatic transmission driving, however the instrument has a Driver Shift Control feature panel cluster will display only the that enables the driver to select the...

  • Page 31: Stabilitrak ® System

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 30 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM PERFORMANCE AND MAINTENANCE To turn off the traction control and stability enhancement systems, press and hold the button for five seconds. When the transfer case is in four- wheel low lock mode, both systems are automatically disabled.
  • Page 32 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 31 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM PERFORMANCE AND MAINTENANCE • 4 (Four-Wheel High Lock) LOCKING REAR AXLE This setting provides extra trac- The locking rear axle can give added tion for most off-road driving traction when driving in off-road conditions.
  • Page 33 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 32 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM PERFORMANCE AND MAINTENANCE The button is located on the center of the instrument panel below the center air outlets. Press the button to raise the rear of the vehicle. An indicator light will flash while the rear of the vehicle rises and will stay on while the vehicle is completely elevated.

  • Page 34: Off-Road Driving Basics

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 33 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM PERFORMANCE AND MAINTENANCE Off-Road Driving Basics HIGH MOBILITY Resetting the Engine Oil CHARACTERISTICS Life System Off-road driving can be great fun, Design specifications of the H2, but it does have some definite The Oil Life System calculates engine depending on suspension packages, hazards.

  • Page 35: Owner Information

    HUMMER vehicle, you are automati- • Fuel delivery • Location of the vehicle cally enrolled in the HUMMER Road- side Assistance program. This value- • Lockout service (identification • Telephone number and your added service is intended to provide...

  • Page 36: Important Safety Precautions

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 35 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION AND NOTICE BOXES Safety Belts CAUTIONS and NOTICES alert you CAUTION to conditions that may result in inju- ry, or that may damage your vehicle. Always wear your safety belt. Be sure it is adjusted properly at all CAUTION times.
  • Page 37 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 36 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION (Continued) Wear your belt fitted closely against the body. Do not wear your shoulder belt under your arm. Make sure the belt is not twisted across your body. You could be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place.
  • Page 38 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 37 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Air Bags CAUTION Both the safety belt restraint system and the air bag restraint system are designed to best protect adults. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, an inflating air bag could be seriously injured or killed.
  • Page 39 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 38 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION (Continued) If you are too close to an inflating air bag, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position in case an air bag inflates in a collision.
  • Page 40 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 39 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Leaving Your Vehicle CAUTION CAUTION (Continued) (Continued) CAUTION A rear-facing child restraint in the If, however, you secure a front seat could be pushed into forward-facing child restraint in Avoid leaving your vehicle while the seatback by the front passen- the front passenger seat, be sure...
  • Page 41 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 40 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION CAUTION (Continued) (Continued) • Keep your foot firmly on the • Do not idle the engine in a brake pedal and do not race closed-in place, such as the the engine when shifting out of garage.
  • Page 42 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 41 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Water and Your Vehicle CAUTION CAUTION (Continued) (Continued) CAUTION • Make sure that no window, Flowing or rushing water creates door, trunk or hatch at the rear strong forces. If you try to drive After a car wash or driving of the vehicle is open if you are through flowing water, as you...
  • Page 43 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 42 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Driving on Hills Vehicle Loading CAUTION CAUTION If you need to stop on a hill, do Do not load your vehicle in excess not hold the vehicle there with of the Gross Vehicle Weight the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 44 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 43 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Fuel and Other Flammable CAUTION CAUTION (Continued) (Continued) Materials To allow room for fuel expansion Do not use a match or flame near CAUTION in the fuel tank (caused by heat a vehicle’s battery.
  • Page 45 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 44 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Towing Your Vehicle Cooling System CAUTION CAUTION To help avoid injury to you or Do not run the engine if the cool- others: ant is leaking. If the vehicle loses all coolant, it could cause an •...
  • Page 46 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 45 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Changing a Flat Tire CAUTION (Continued) CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, Changing a tire can cause injury. can make the wheel nuts become The vehicle can slip off the jack loose after a time.
  • Page 47 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 46 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Systems Problems NOTICE CAUTION Additional electronic equipment, such as a CB radio, cellular Driving with the brake warning phone, navigation package or light on can lead to an accident. two-way radio, may interfere Have the brakes checked immedi- with the operation of your vehi-...
  • Page 48 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 47 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Additional Safety Cautions CAUTION CAUTION (Continued) CAUTION Medical research shows that alco- Unlocked doors can be danger- hol in a person’s system can make ous. Make sure to lock all doors Drinking and driving is very crash injuries worse.

  • Page 49: Safety Labels

    08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 48 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM SAFETY LABELS NOTICE SPECIAL ENGINE OIL REQUIRED This engine requires special oil meet- AIR CONDITIONING ing GM standard GM4718M. Using Use only R-134a Refrigerant and other engine oils can cause engine Polyalkylene Glycol oil (PAG oil).
  • Page 50 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 49 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM SAFETY LABELS NOTICE AIR CONDITIONING Use only R-134a Refrigerant and Polyalkylene Glycol oil (PAG oil). The system contains dye. System charge: see label in vehicle. AIR BAG (If equipped) To help avoid unwanted inflation, see Service Manual for diagnostic and service procedures before CAUTION...
  • Page 51 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 50 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM SAFETY LABELS AIR BAG (If equipped) To help avoid unwanted inflation, see Service Manual for diagnostic and service procedures before performing any service. AIR CONDITIONING (If equipped) Use only R-134a Refrigerant and Polyalkylene Glycol oil (PAG oil).
  • Page 52 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 51 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM SAFETY LABELS Pull belt out completely, then DANGER WARNING secure child seat SHIELD EYES EXPLOSIVE GASES can EVEN WITH ADVANCED AIR BAGS cause blindness or injury • Children can be killed or seri- NO SPARKS, FLAMES OR SMOKING ously injured by the air bag.
  • Page 53 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 52 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM SAFETY LABELS Latch both lap and shoulder belts CAUTION to protect occupant. To help avoid personal injury, keep See Owner’s Manual for tire hands clear of fan. It can start at any changing instructions.
  • Page 54 08euH2ConGuide.fm Page 53 Wednesday, August 6, 2008 3:33 PM SAFETY LABELS NOTICE AIR CONDITIONING Use only R-134a Refrigerant and Polyalkylene Glycol oil (PAG oil) with dye. System charge: see label in vehicle. AIR BAG (If equipped) To help avoid unwanted inflation, see Service Manual for diagnostic and service procedures before CAUTION...
  • Page 55 Wenn Sie unsere Road Side Assistance benötigen, rufen Sie einfach an Händlerstempel / Unterschrift / Datum Marke Land Lokal International Mautfrei HUMMER Austria 0800-22 03 50 +43-1-250 93 60 52 Ja HUMMER Germany 0800-48 66 372 +49-89-76 76 48 48 Ja...
  • Page 56 ROAD SIDE ASSISTANCE- ANMELDEKARTE Vorname / Initialen Nachnam Mann Frau Straße Hausnummer Postleitzahl Wohnort Land E-Mail-Adresse Fahrzeugidentifikationsnummer Garantiebeginn (TT / MM / JJJJ) Kennzeichen Autotyp...
  • Page 57 I.B.R.S./C.C.R.I. N°: 10579 HUMMER Europe Int. Business Reply Service I.B.R.S./C.C.R.I Numéro 10579 5600 WB Eindhoven PAYS-BAS...

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