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Page 2 The 2003 Chevrolet TahoeEuburban Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats Rear Seats Safety Belts Child Restraints Air Bag Systems Restraint System Check Features and Controls ... Keys Doors and Locks Windows Theft-Deterrent Systems Starting and Operating Your Vehicle...
Page 3 For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name ”General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road.
Page 4 Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. These mean there is something that could hurt people.
Page 5 Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 6 These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle: LATCH BOTH LAP AND CAUTION SHOULDER BELTS TO POSSIBLE PROTECT OCCUPANT INJURY DO NOT TWIST SAFETY BELT WHEN ATTACHING PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC \ v s MOVE SEAT BATTERY FULLY...
Page 7 Model Reference This manual covers these models: Suburban Tahoe...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Front Seats Manual Seats ... -1 -3 Power Seats ... -1-4 Power Lumbar ... Heated Seats ... Reclining Seatbacks ... Head Restraints ... Rear Seats ... Rear Seat Operation 60/40 Split Bench Seat 50/50 Split Bench Seat ... Bench Seat ...
Page 9 Section 1 What Will You See After an Air Bag Passenger Sensing System ... Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ... Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ... 1 -2 Seats and Restraint Systems Inflates? 1-74 Restraint System Check 1.76 Checking Your Restraint Systems Replacing Restraint System Parts After a 1.79...
Page 10: Front Seats
Front Seats Manual Seats You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don’t want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving.
Page 11 Power Seats If your vehicle has a power seat, you can adjust it with these controls located on the outboard sides of the seats. Raise or lower the front of the seat cushion by raising or lowering the forward edge of the horizontal control.
Page 12 You can also reshape the side wing area of the lower seatback for more lateral support. To increase or decrease support, press and hold the top or bottom of the control. Let go of the control when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of support. Heated Seats If your vehicle has this feature, the button used to...
Page 13 If your vehicle has power seats with a power recliner, Power Seats page 1-4 for further information on how to operate the reclining seatback feature, But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. 1 -6 Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous.
Page 14 Head Restraints Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. To raise the head restraint pull up on the head restraint. On some models the head restraints tilt forward and rearward also.
Page 15: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation Entering or Exiting the Third Row Seats I. _.le seatb--k isn’t lock,,, forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked.
Page 16 Folding the Seatbacks If the seatbacn m ’ t locked, it could mlude forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked.
Page 17 To create a load floor release the panels from the seatback by pushing forward on the latch. Then fold the panels back to cover the rear seat footwell area. To return the seat to the passenger position on a SuburbanNukon XL do the following: Lift the floor load panels and latch them into the seatback.
Page 18 Folding the Seatbacks If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. To fold the seatbacks do the following: Pull up on the release lever, labeled 1, located on the rear of the seatback, and push the seatback forward.
Page 19 2. Make sure the head restraints have been lowered completely. 3. With the seat folded, unlatch the seat from the floor by pulling up on the lever located under the carrying handle at the rear of the seat labeled 2. 4.
Page 20 3. To unlatch the seat from the floor, pull up on the release lever labeled 2, located at the rear of the seat, and lift the rear of the seat up off the floor. 4. Squeeze the release lever, located in the lower middle to unlatch the seat from the floor, while pulling the seat out.
Page 21 A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After raising the rear seatback, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted.
Page 22 To fold the seatback on the bench seat, do the following: 1. Pull up on the release lever, labeled 1, located on the rear of the seatback and push the seatback forward. 2. To return the seat to an upright position, pull up on the release lever labeled 1 and then pull up on the seatback until the seatback locks into the upright position.
Page 23 2. Make sure the head restraints have been lowered completely. 3. With the seat folded, the floor by pulling the seat labeled 2. off the floor. You will not 4. Lift the rear of the seat up, be able to unlatch the seat from the floor unless the seatback is folded down.
Page 24 Removing the Bench Seat To remove the full bench seat, do the following: 1. Open the rear doors and enter the rear of the vehicle. Fold the seatback forward onto the seat cushion by using the lever labeled 1. The seat cannot be removed unless the seatback is folded.
Page 25 Replacing the Bench Seat If the seatback isn’t locket forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. CAUTION: A , , a t that isn’t locked int- >lace properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop.
Page 26 Bucket Seats If your vehicle has bucket seats, the seatbacks can be reclined and the seats can be folded to give you more cargo room. Reclining the Seatbacks On the SuburbanNukon XL models with bucket seats, the seatbacks can be reclined. To adjust the seatback do the following: 1.
Page 27 The head restraint can be removed and stored in the space provided in the folded up seat cushion. To fold the seatbacks on the bucket seats, do the following: 1. Pull up on the strap 1-20 loop located at the rear .
Page 28 Once the seatbacks are folded down, the rear seat footwell area will be exposed and will have to be covered by the load floor panel. To create a load floor, do the following: Release the panels from the seatbacks by pushing forward on the latches.
Page 29: Safety Belts
Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly.
Page 30 Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3-37. In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one.
Page 32 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In or the instrument panel a real vehicle, it could be the windshield 1-25...
Page 33 or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance. and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-26 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts...
Page 34 If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident even one that isn’t your fault your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.
Page 35 Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats”...
Page 36 5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
Page 37 What's wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won't give nearly as much protection this way. 1-30 You c- be seriously hurt if yt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body.
Page 38 What’s wrong with this? You can be _lus!y i Ired if belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 39 What’s wrong with this? The belt is over an armrest. 1-32 You ca.. Je ser-- ---g ir over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 40 What's wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 41 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. 1-34 You can be seriousl, ~ d by a tv In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.
Page 42: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 43: Right Front Passenger Position
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Page 44 Lap Belt When you sit in a center seating position other than in the second row you have a lap belt. A lap safety belt does not have a retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt.
Page 45: Rear Seat Passengers
Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 46 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again.
Page 47 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 48: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may have this feature already. If it doesn’t, you can get it from any GM dealer. Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults.
Page 50: Safety Belt Extender
Third Row Seat 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-38. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides.
Page 51: Older Children
Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.
Page 52 Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck?
Page 53: Infants And Young Children
Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in CAUTION: (Continued) 1 -46 this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt.
Page 54 People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn't weigh much until a crash. During a crash a baby will become heavy it is not possible to CAUTION: (Continued) e, in holL .t. For exan rash at c (40 km/h), a 12-lb.
Page 55 Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them.
Page 56: Child Restraint Systems
The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 57 A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. 1-50 A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields.
Page 58 A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a five-point harness. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window.
Page 59: Where To Put The Restraint
When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both.
Page 60: Top Strap
If your vehicle has the passenger sensing system and you need to secure a rear-facing child restraint in the right front passenger’s seat, the passengers frontal air bag must be off. See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-76 and Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 1-64 for more including important safety information.
Page 61: Top Strap Anchor Location
Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. If you have an adjustable head restraint, route the top strap under it.
Page 62 An anchor loop bracket for a top strap is located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion for each seating position in the second row, and for the center seating position in the third row. SuburbanNukon XL Second Row Seat, Bucket Seats Similar Third Row Bench Seat TahoeNukon models: A child restraint with a top strap...
Page 63: Lower Anchorages And Top Tethers For Children (Latch System)
An anchor loop bracket for a top strap is located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion for the center seating position in the third row. 1-56 Third Row 50/50 Split Bench Seat Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle may have the LATCH system.
Page 64 In order to use the system, you need either a forward-facing child restraint that has attaching points (B) at its base and a top tether anchor (C), or a rear-facing child restraint that has attaching points (B), as shown here. 1-57...
Page 65 With this system, use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle’s safety belts to secure a child restraint. 1-58 If a LATCH-type child restraint isn’t attached to its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect a child sitting there. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed.
Page 66: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1. Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3.
Page 67 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 68: Securing A Child Restraint In A Center Rear Seat Position
To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 69 Second Row The center seat position in the second row has a lap-shoulder belt which works the same way as the safety belt in the rear outside seat positions. For instructions on how to secure a child restraint using a lap-shoulder belt see Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position on page 1-59.
Page 70: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Front Seat Position
4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 71: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. Unless your vehicle has the passenger sensing system, Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat.
Page 72 A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates. This the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Be sure the air bag is off before using a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat position.
Page 73 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button the retractor to set the lock. positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-66...
Page 74 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 75: Air Bag Systems
Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. Your vehicle has air bags a frontal air bag for the driver and another frontal air bag for the right front passenger. Your vehicle may also have a side impact air bag.
Page 76 Here are the most important things to know about the air bag systems: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt you have air bags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it.
Page 77: Where Are The Air Bags
Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them.
Page 78 The right front passernger’s frontal air bag is in the If your vehicle has one, the driver’s side impact air instrument panel on the passenger’s side. bag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. 1-71...
Page 79: When Should An Air Bag Inflate
If your vehicle has one, the right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door. 1-72 If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death.
Page 80 In addition, your vehicle has “dual stage” frontal air bags, which adjust the amount of restraint according to crash severity. For moderate frontal impacts, these air bags inflate at a level less than full deployment. For more severe frontal impacts, full deployment occurs. If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level for the reduced deployment is about 10 to 16 mph...
Page 81: What Makes An Air Bag Inflate
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate? In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. For both frontal and side impact air bags, the sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag.
Page 82 W I B u m ~ air bag inflates, there is dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so.
Page 83 Passenger Sensing System If your rearview mirror has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, your vehicle has a passenger sensing system. The indicator will be visible when you turn your ignition key to START or RUN. The words ON and OFF or the symbol for on and will be visible on the rearview mirror during the system check.
Page 84 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn the right front passenger’s frontal air bag if: the right front passenger seat is unoccupied, the system determines that an infant is present in a rear-facing infant seat, the system determines that a small child is present in a forward-facing child restraint, the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat,...
Page 85 Stowing of articles under the passenger’s seat or between the passenger’s seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system. the air bag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system.
Page 86: Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There air bag system parts in several places around your vehicle. You don’t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system.
Page 87: Checking Your Restraint Systems
Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 88: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it,resulting serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.
Page 90: Features And Controls
Section 2 Keys ... Remote Keyless Entry System ... Remote Keyless Entry System Operation Doors and Locks Door Locks ... Power Door Locks ... Delayed Locking Programmable Automatic Door Locks ... Rear Door Security Locks ... Lockout Protection ... Liftgate ... Windows ...
Page 91 Section 2 Onstar@ System ... HomeLink@ Transmitter ... Programming the HomeLink Transmitter Storage Areas ... Glove Box Cupholder(s) ... Front Storage Area Center Console Storage Area ... Features and Controls ... -2-51 Luggage Carrier Rear Storage Area ... -2-53 Convenience Net ..
Page 92: Keys
Keys Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 93: Remote Keyless Entry System
Your vehicle has one double-sided key for the ignition and all door locks as well as the spare tire hoist lock, if equipped. If you ever lose your keys, your dealer will be able to assist you with obtaining replacements. Notice: Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft.
Page 94: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: Check the distance.
Page 95 Remote Alarm When the panic button with the horn symbol on the keyless entry transmitter is pressed, the horn will sound and the headlamps and taillamps will flash for up to 30 seconds. This can be turned off by pressing the panic button again, waiting for 30 seconds, or starting the vehicle.
Page 96 To replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter do the following: 1. Insert a dime, or similar object, in the slot between the covers of the transmitter housing near the key ring hole. Remove the bottom by twisting the dime. 2.
Page 97: Door Locks
Doors and Locks Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
Page 98: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks If your vehicle with power door locks, press the raised side of the switch, with the lock symbol, on either front door to lock all the doors at once. Press the recessed side of the switch with the unlock symbol, to unlock all the doors at once.
Page 99: Delayed Locking
Delayed Locking When you lock the doors using the power lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter with any door or the liftgate open three chimes will signal that delayed locking is being used. Five seconds after the last door is closed, all the doors will lock.
Page 100 Turn your key to RUN and LOCK twice. Then, with the key in LOCK, release the turn signaVmultifunction lever. Once you do this, you will hear the lock mechanism lock and unlock. You are now ready to program the automatic door locks.
Page 101: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, you can lock the rear side doors so they cannot be opened from the inside by passengers. This feature is located on the inside edge of the rear doors. To use one of the locks do the following: 1.
Page 102: Liftgate
Liftgate It Can be dangerous to drive with tnn, liftgate glass, liftgate or rear doors open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. you must drive with the liftgate glass, liftgate or rear doors open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate...
Page 103 Panel Doors To open the rear panel doors, you must open the passenger’s side panel door first. If the door is locked, insert your door key in the lock and turn it counterclockwise to unlock it. To open the passenger’s side panel door, pull handle and pull the door open.
Page 104 Windows Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 105: Windows
Manual Windows Turn the hand crank on each door to manually raise or lower the manual windows. Power Windows If you have power windows, the controls are located on each of the side doors. 2-1 6 The driver’s door has a switch for the passenger’s windows as well.
Page 106: Sun Visors
Lock-Out Switch If you have power windows, the driver’s door power window switch has a lockout feature. The lockout switch is located in front of the power window switches. This feature prevents all windows from operating, except from the driver’s position, when the front driver’s door button labeled is engaged.
Page 107: Content Theft-Deterrent
Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Content Theft-Deterrent Your vehicle may be equipped with a content theft-deterrent alarm system.
Page 108 Remember, the theft-deterrent system won’t activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock. It activates only if you use a power door lock switch with the door open, or with the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 109: Passlock
Passlock@ Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock@ theft-deterrent system. Passlock@ is a passive theft-deterrent system. Passlock@ enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key. If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with, fuel is disabled. If the engine stalls and the security light flashes, wait until the light stops flashing before trying to restart the engine.
Page 110: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-in Notice: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500 miles (805 km).
Page 111: Starting Your Engine
Notice: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? Turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force key or the ignition switch.
Page 112: Adjustable Throttle And Brake Pedal
When starting your engine in very cold weather (below 0°F or -18"C), do this: 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START and hold it there up to 75 seconds. When the engine starts, let go of the key.
Page 113: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater In very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
Page 114: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever. Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission and features an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument panel cluster. This display must be powered anytime the shift lever is capable of being moved out of PARK (P).
Page 115 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transmission. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transmission, see If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow on page 4-50.
Page 116 If you manually select SECOND (2) in a light duty automatic transmission, the transmission will drive in second gear. You may use this feature for reducing the speed of the rear wheels when you are trying to start your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces. FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2).
Page 117: Four-Wheel Drive
When tow/haul mode is selected the tow/haul indicator light will illuminate. The tow/haul mode also interacts with the AutorideTM feature, if your vehicle is so equipped, to enhance the ride when trailering or with a loaded vehicle. See AutorideTM page 4-58. Four-wheel Drive If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send your engine’s driving power to all four wheels for extra...
Page 118 Automatic Transfer Case The transfer case buttons are located to the left of the instrument pane! cluster. Use these switches to shift into and out of four-wheel drive. You can choose among four driving settings: (2HI): This setting is used for driving in most street and highway situations.
Page 119 Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK (P). You or someone else could be seriously injured. Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL. See ”Parking Brake” in the Index.
Page 120 Shifting Out of 4LO To shift from 4LO to 4HI, AUTO 4WD or 2HI your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) and the ignition in RUN. The preferred method for shifting out of 4LO is to have your vehicle moving 1 to 2 rnph (1.6 to 3.2 km/h).
Page 121: All-Wheel Drive With Stabilitrak
Shifting Out of NEUTRAL To shift out of NEUTRAL: 1. Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal. 2. Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL (N) and turn the ignition to RUN with the engine off. 3. Press the button for the desired transfer case shift position (2HI, 4HI, AUTO 4WD OR 4 LO).
Page 122 You can choose among three driving settings: (Stabilitrak@): This button is used with the Stabilitrak@ system and is also used to shift the transfer case into Neutral. For more information on wing Stabilitrak@ see Stabilitrap System on page 4- 11. (All-Wheel Drive): This setting delivers power to all four wheels as needed depending on road and driving conditions.
Page 123 If the 4LO switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and/or moving, the 4LO indicator light will flash for 30 seconds and not complete the shift unless your vehicle is moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) and the transmission is in NEUTRAL (N).
Page 124: Parking Brake
Shifting Out NEUTRAL To shift out of NEUTRAL: 1. Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal. 2. Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL (N) and turn the ignition to RUN with the engine off. 3. Press the button for the desired transfer case shift position (All-Wheel Drive or 4LO).
Page 125 SYftinF Y o Park (P) It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 126 Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. Be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear - not in NEUTRAL (N). 4. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 5. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can your leave vehicle with the ignition key in your...
Page 127: Shifting Out Of Park (P)
Then, see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK without first pulling it toward you. If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’t fully locked into PARK (P). Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission.
Page 128: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn t can burn could touc lot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. 2-39...
Page 129: Engine Exhaust
Enciqe Exhaust Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. Your vehicle was damaged in a collision.
Page 130 It can be dangerous get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 131: Manual Rearview Mirror
Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror Pull the tab under the mirror toward you to reduce glare from headlamps behind you after dark. Push the tab away from you for normal daytime operation. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Onstar@, Compass and Temperature Display Your vehicle may have this feature.
Page 132 Electrochromic Mirror Operation The electrochromic (self dimming) mirror function is turned on automatically each time the ignition is started. operate the electrochromic mirror do the following: 1. Make sure the green indicator light, located to the left of the on/off button, is lit. If it’s not, press and hold the on/off button for approximately six seconds until the green light comes on, indicating that the mirror is in electrochromic (self...
Page 133 3. Keep pressing the on/off button until the desired zone number appears in the display. Release the button. After approximately four seconds of inactivity, the new zone number will be locked in and the comp/temp display will return. 4. Calibrate the compass as described below. Compass Calibration The compass may need calibration if one of the following occurs:...
Page 134 Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display If your vehicle is equipped with an electrochromic...
Page 135 Electrochromic Mirror Operation The time period you need to press and hold the TEMP button to turn the electrochromic feature on or off is approximately eight seconds. The indicator light to the right of the TEMP button will still turn on or off to show you when the electrochromic feature is activated.
Page 136: Passenger Sensing System
Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you h e outside zone eight. Under certain circumstances, as during a long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance.
Page 137: Outside Manual Mirrors
Outside Manual Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle and have a clear view of objects behind you. The mirrors can be folded in to enter narrow areas. The use of hood-mounted air deflectors and add-on convex mirror attachments may adversely affect mirror performance.
Page 138: Outside Power Camper-Type Mirror
Outside Power Camper-Type Mirror If your vehicle is equipped with outside power camper-type mirrors, they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of objects behind you. To extend the mirrors move the selector switch, located above the mirror control, to the middle position. The mirror control will illuminate.
Page 139: Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors
Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors If your vehicle has the optional memory package you may have this feature. The vehicle’s mirrors are capable of performing the curb view assist mirror function. This feature will cause the passenger’s and/or driver’s mirror to tilt to a preselected position when the vehicle is in REVERSE (R).
Page 140: Onstar@ System
Onstar@ System Onstar@ uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite technology, wireless communications, and state of the art call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information and convenience services. An Onstar@ subscription plan is included in the price of your vehicle.
Page 141 Onstar@ Personal Calling With Onstar@ Personal Calling, you have a safer way to stay connected while driving. It’s a hands-free wireless phone that’s integrated into your vehicle. You can place calls nationwide using voice-activated dialing with no contracts, no roaming charges and no access fees. To find out more about Onstar@ Personal Calling, refer to the Onstar@ owner’s guide in your vehicle’s glove box, or call Onstar@ at 1-888-4-ONSTAR...
Page 142: Homelink@ Transmitter
HomeLink* Transmitter HomeLink@ a combined universal transmitter and receiver, provides a way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators, garage door openers, entry door locks, security systems and home lighting. Additional HomeLink@ information can be found on the internet at www.homelink.com or by calling 1-800-355-351 5.
Page 143: Programming The Homelink Transmitter
Programming the HomeLink Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink@ Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1982. Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future HomeLink@ programming.
Page 144 5. Press and hold the newly-trained HomeLink@ button and observe the indicator light. If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the Homeiink@ button is pressed and released. To program the remaining two HomeLink@ buttons, begin with Step 2 under “Programming HomeLink@.”...
Page 145 If you live in Canada, or you are having difficulty programming a gate operator by using the “Programming HomeLink@” procedures (regardless of where you live), replace Step 3 under “Programming HomeLink@” with the following: Continue to press and hold the HomeLink@ button while you press and release every two seconds (cycle) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal has been successfully accepted by HomeLink@.
Page 146: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Glove Box To open your glove box, lift up the latch and pull the door open. Cupholder(s) Your vehicle may have cupholders located in the front and rear floor console or in the second seat fold down armrest and in the quarter trim. Front Storage Area Your vehicle may be equipped with a center armrest storage compartment in the front bench seat.
Page 147 Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see ”Loading Your Vehicle”. To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re leaving, check now and then to make sure the luggage and cargo are still securely fastened.
Page 148: Convenience Net
Rear Storage Area Your vehicle may have a storage compartment located in the rear cargo area of the vehicle in the driver’s side trim panel. To open the utility compartment, press in on the release latch and swing the compartment door open. To open the SuburbanNukon XL compartment, pull the latch to access.
Page 149: Sunroof
Sunroof Your vehicle may be equipped with a power sliding sunroof. To open or close your sunroof, the ignition or RAP needs to be active. See "Retained Accessory Power" under Starting and Operating Your Vehicle. Press and release the rear side of the button located in the front overhead console to express-open the glass panel and sunshade.
Page 150: Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization Memory Seat If your vehicle has this feature, then the controls for the memory function are located on the driver’s door. These buttons are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver’s seat, throttle and brake pedals, both the driver’s and passenger’s outside mirror, and the radio station presets.
Page 151 Each time button 1 or 2 is pressed and released while the vehicle is in PARK (P), a single chime will sound and the memory position will be recalled. If you use the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter to enter your vehicle, the preset driver’s seat, throttle and brake pedal, mirror positions and the radio station presets will be recalled if programmed...
Page 152: Instrument Panel
Section 3 Instrument Panel Overview ... Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Horn Tilt Wheel Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Exterior Lamps ... Interior Lamps Accessory Power Outlets Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ... Climate Controls ... Climate Control System Dual Climate Control System Dual Automatic Climate Control System Rear Air Conditioning System ...
Page 153 Section 3 Radio with Six-Disc CD Rear Seat Entertainment System Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Theft-Deterrent Feature ... Audio Steering Wheel Controls ... DVD Distortion ... 3.125 Understanding Radio Reception Care of Your Cassette Tape Player Instrument Panel Care of Your CDs and DVDs 3-99 3.113 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ...
Page 156: Hazard Warning Flashers
A. Dome Lamp Override Button B. Lamp Controls C. Air Outlets D. Automatic Transfer Case/Stabilitrak@ Mode Button (AWD Vehicles)/Traction Assist System (TAS) E. Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever F. Instrument Panel Cluster G. Shift Lever H. Tow/Haul Selector Button I. Audio System J.
Page 157: Other Warning Devices
The hazard warning flasher is located at the top of the steering column. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn't in. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off.
Page 158: Turn Signavmultifunction Lever
Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: Turn and Lane Change Signals Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer Flash-to-Pass Feature Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer ' @ Cruise Control (If Equipped) For information on the exterior lamps, see Exterior Lamps page 3-13 earlier in this section.
Page 159 If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and a blown fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-97. Turn Signal On Chime...
Page 160 For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away from you to the first solid band past the delay settings. For high-speed wiping, turn the band further, to the second solid band past the delay settings. To stop the wipers, move the band to off.
Page 161 Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h).
Page 162 Setting Cruise Control If you leave your cruise control on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch until you want to use cruise control.
Page 163 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Press the set button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal.
Page 164: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps The control on the driver’s side of your instrument panel operates the exterior lamps. Turn the control clockwise to operate the lamps. The exterior lamp control has four positions: (Off): Turning the control to this position turns off the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) and the automatic headlamps.
Page 165 Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside, your automatic headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps, sidemarker, parking lamps and the instrument panel lights. The radio lights will also be dim. Your vehicle is equipped with a light sensor located on the top of the instrument panel in the defroster grille.
Page 166 Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. BRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset.
Page 167 Press the button to turn the fog lamps on. Press the button again to turn them off. An indicator light will glow in the button when the fog lamps are on. Remember, fog lamps alone will not give off as much light as your headlamps.
Page 168: Interior Lamps
Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness his feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. The thumbwheel for this feature is located next to the headlamp control. Turn the thumbwheel up to adjust the instrument panel lights. Turn the thumbwheel up to return the radio display to full brightness when the headlamps or parking lamps are on.
Page 169: Accessory Power Outlets
Your vehicle may also have reading lamps in other locations. To turn the lamps on or located next to the lamp. The lamps are fixed and cannot be adjusted. Dome Lamps The dome lamps will come on when you open a door. You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning the thumbwheel, located next to the exterior lamps control, all the way up.
Page 170: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
To use the outlet, lift the cover. When not using it, always close the cover. Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem, see your dealer for additional information on the accessory power plugs.
Page 171: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Climate Control System Fan Knob The fan knob on the left side of the control panel adjusts the fan speed. To increase airflow, turn the knob clockwise. To decrease airflow, turn it counterclockwise. To turn the fan off, turn the knob to the off position. (Off): If the fan is off, outside air will still enter the vehicle, and will be directed based on the position of the mode knob.
Page 172: Dual Climate Control System
Dual Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. (Fan): Turn the left knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. Turn the knob to the off position to turn off the fan. If the knob is in off outside air will still enter the vehicle, and will be directed based on the position of the mode knob.
Page 173 Temperature Control Driver’s Side: The lever on the left side of the climate control panel is used to raise or lower the temperature on the driver’s side of the vehicle. This lever also adjusts the temperature to the center console outlets (if equipped).
Page 174 Rear Window Defogger The lines you see on the rear window warm the glass. The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. (Rear): Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is activated.
Page 175: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Operation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice, snow, or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects.
Page 176 (Off): Press this button to turn off the entire climate control system. Outside air will still enter the vehicle, and will be directed to the floor. This direction can be changed by pressing the mode button. The temperature can aiso be adjusted using either temperature knob.
Page 177 Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic): When automatic operation is active the system will control the inside temperature, the air delivery, and the fan speed. Use the steps below to place the entire system in automatic mode: 1. Press the AUTO button. When AUTO is selected, the display will change to show the current driver’s set temperature, delivery mode and fan speed.
Page 178 Manual Operation To change the current setting, select one of the following: (Fan): T ~ I S button allows you to manually adjust the fan speed. Press the up arrow to increase fan speed and the down arrow to decrease fan speed. (Mode): Press this button to manually change the direction of the airflow in your vehicle;...
Page 179 A/C (Air Conditioning): Press this button to manually turn the air-conditioning system on or off. When the system is selected, or in AUTO mode the system will automatically begin to cool and dehumidify the air inside of your vehicle. If you select air conditioning off while in front defrost, or defog mode the air conditioning off symbol will flash to let you know this is not allowed.
Page 180 Outlet Adjustment Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side panel to direct the airflow. Your vehicle has air outlets that allow you to adjust the direction and amount of airflow inside the vehicle. Move the louvers up or down. Use the thumbwheel next to or underneath the outlet to close the louvers.
Page 181: Rear Air Conditioning System
Rear Air Conditioning System If your vehicle is equipped with the optional rear air conditioner it has two rear air conditioning fan speed selectors. One fan speed selector is located in the overhead console and the other is located in the headliner above the second row seats.
Page 182: Rear Air Conditioning And Heating System
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System If your vehicle is equipped with this system, there are controls located in the overhead console and on the back of the console in the rear seat area. The system can be controlled from the front controls as well as the rear controls.
Page 183 Rear Controls The rear seat controls have three knobs that control airflow speed, temperature and airflow location. Fan Knob The fan knob on the left side of the control panel adjusts the fan speed. To increase airflow, turn the knob clockwise.
Page 184: Rear Air Conditioning And Heating System And Electronic Climate Controls
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls If your vehicle is equipped with this system, there are controls located in the overhead console and on the back of the console in the rear seat area. The system can be controlled from the overhead controls or the rear controls.
Page 185 Rear Controls 3-34 The rear seat controls have the following settings: (On/Off): Press this button to turn the rear seat comfort controls on or off. (Mode): Press this button to select the air delivery, and setting, and AUTO mode. & (Temperature): Press this button up or down to increase or decrease the temperature setting.
Page 186: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement.
Page 188: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer...
Page 189: Air Bag Readiness Light
Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
Page 190 Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the right front passenger’s frontal air bag. If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger air bag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger’s frontal air I is enabled (may inflate).
Page 191: Battery Warning Light
Battery Warning Light If this light is displayed when the engine is running, you may have a problem with your charging system. The battery display will also stay on while the key is in RUN until the engine is started. If the light stays on after starting the engine it could indicate a problem with the generator drive belt, or some other charging system problem.
Page 192: Brake System Warning Light
Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine left at an idle for an extended period. This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle.
Page 193: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service.
Page 194: Traction Off Light
Traction Off Light If you have the Traction Assist System, this light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition to RUN. If the light doesn’t come on then, the system may require service; have it fixed so it will be there to warn you if the system is turned off.
Page 195: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle is working. During a majority of the operation, the gage will read 210°F (100°C) or less. If you are pulling a load or going up hills, it is normal for the temperature to fluctuate and approach the 250°F (122°C) mark.
Page 196 At approximately 265°F (1 30°C), the message center will display a TRANSMISSION HOT message and the transmission will enter a transmission protection mode. When the transmission enters the protection mode, you may notice a change in the transmission shifting patterns. The transmission will return to normal shifting patterns when the transmission fluid temperature falls below 260°F (1 27°C).
Page 197: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.
Page 198 If the Light is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: Reducing vehicle speed. Avoiding hard accelerations. Avoiding steep uphill grades. If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady”...
Page 199 Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration.
Page 200: Oil Pressure Gage
Oil Pressure Gage United States The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa (kilopascals). Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range.
Page 201: Four-Wheel-Drive Light
Four-Wheel-Drive Light The four-wheel drive indicator will light up when you shift a manual transfer case into four-wheel drive and the front axle engages. Some delay between shifting and the indicator’s lighting is normal. See Four-wheel Drive on page 2-28 for more information.
Page 202: Fuel Gage
Fuel Gage United States The fuel gage, when the ignition is on, tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank. The gage will first indicate empty before you are out fuel, and you should get more fuel as soon as possible.
Page 203: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC display is located on the instrument panel cluster above the steering wheel. The DIC can display information such as the trip odometer, fuel economy and personalization features. A (Trip Information): This button will display the odometer, personal trip odometer, business trip odometer, hourmeter, annual log and the timer.
Page 204 Trip Information Button Use the trip information button to scroll through the SEASON ODOMETER, PERSONAL TRIP ON/OFF, BUSINESS TRIP ON/OFF, HOURMETER, ANNUAL LOG and TIMER. If the personal trip and/or the business trip are set to ON, you will also be able to scroll through more messages.
Page 205 To reset the personal or business trip information, do the following: press and hold select button for two seconds while in one of the personal or business trip modes. This will reset all of the information for the personal or business trip, or if your vehicle does not have the DIC steering wheel control buttons, press the reset stem on the instrument panel cluster.
Page 206 Fuel Information Button Use the fuel information button to scroll through the range, average fuel economy, instant fuel economy and the GM Oil Life SystemTM. If your vehicle is not equipped with the DIC steering wheel control buttons you will not be able to display the fuel information.
Page 207 Personalization Button You can program certain features to a preferred setting for up to two people. Press the personalization button to scroll through the following personalization features. All of the personalization options may not be available on your vehicle. only the options available will be displayed on your DIC.
Page 208 ALARM WARNING: HORN: The the alarm is active. ALARM WARNING: LAMPS: The headlamps when the alarm is active. Choose one of the four options and press the personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature. For more information on alarm warning type, see Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2- 18.
Page 209 Seat Position Recall Press the personalization button until SEAT POSITION RECALL appears on the display. To select your personalization for seat position recall, press the select button while SEAT POSITION RECALL is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices: SEAT POSITION RECALL OFF (default): The memory seat position you saved will only be recalled when the...
Page 210 Remote Lock Feedback Press the personalization button until REMOTE LOCK FEEDBACK appears in the display. To select your personalization for the feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter, press the select button while REMOTE LOCK FEEDBACK is displayed on the DIC.
Page 211 Headlamps on at Exit Press the personalization button until HEADLAMPS ON AT EXIT appears in the display. To select your personalization for how long the headlamps will stay on when you turn the vehicle, press the select button while HEADLAMPS ON AT EXIT is displayed on the DIC.
Page 212 Easy Exit Seat Press the personalization button until EASY EXIT SEAT appears in the display. To select your personalization for seat position exit, press the select button while EASY EXIT SEAT is displayed on the BIG. Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices: SEAT POSITION EXIT OFF (default): The driver’s seat will move to the exit position when the exit button on the driver’s door panel is pressed.
Page 213: Dic Warnings And Messages
If you accidentally choose a language that you don’t want or understand, press and hold the personalization button and the trip information button at the same time. The DIC will begin scrolling through the languages in their particular language. English will be in English, French will be in French and so on.
Page 214 ENGINE OVERHEATED If the engine cooling system reaches unsafe temperatures for operation, this message will appear in the DIC and you will hear a chime. Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so to avoid severe damage.
Page 215 SERVICE BRAKE BOOSTER If your vehicle has vaccum assist power brakes, this message will be displayed on the DIC when there is a problem with the Supplemental Brake Assist system. If the message is displayed immediately after starting the vehicle or the message appears while driving, your Supplemental Brake Assist system needs service.
Page 216 SERVICE 4WD If a problem occurs with the four wheel drive system this message will appear on the DIC. If this message appears, stop as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle. Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display.
Page 217 This message may also be displayed for brief periods if you are driving at higher elevations and are pumping your brakes or braking hard. The message may clear after you’ve lifted your foot from the accelerator pedal an allowed the vehicle to coast in gear or after you have driven down to a lower elevation.
Page 218 CHECK OIL LEVEL If the oil level in the vehicle is low, this message will appear on the DIC. Check and oil level and correct it as necessary. You may need to let the vehicle cool or warm up and cycle the ignition to be sure this message will clear.
Page 219 A temporary solution to hotter transmission operating temperatures may be to let the transmission cool down. If the transmission is operated at higher temperatures on a frequent basis, see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-5 for the proper transmission maintenance intervals. DRIVER DOOR AJAR If the driver’s door is not fully closed, this message will appear on the display and you will hear a chime.
Page 220 SERVICE STABILITY If you ever see the SERVICE STABILITY message, it means there may be a problem with your Stabilitrak@ system. If you see this message try to reset the system (stop; turn off the engine; then start the engine again). If the SERVICE STABILITY message still comes on, it means there is a problem.
Page 221: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delphi Electronics radio or other systems, and even damage them.
Page 222: Setting The Time For Radios With Radio Data Systems (Rds)
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) Your radio may have a button marked with an H or HR to represent hours and an M or MN to represent minutes. Press and hold the hour button until the correct hour appears on the display.
Page 223 Finding a Station AM FM: Press this button to switch the display between time and radio station frequency. Time display is available with the ignition turned off. TUNE: Turn this knob to tune in radio stations. SEEK Press the right or the left arrow to seek to the next or to the previous station and stay there.
Page 224 Setting the Tone (Bassnreble) AUDIO: To adjust bass and treble, AUDIO repeatedly until BAS or TRE appears on the display. Then press and hold the up or the down arrow to increase or to decrease. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble.
Page 225: Radio With Cd
Radio with CD Base Radio Shown, Bose@ Similar If your vehicle is equipped with the Bose@ audio system, your vehicle will have six speakers. Radio Data System (RDS): Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information.
Page 226 Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) (Canada Only): DAB is a Canadian land-based radio service that offers digital quality audio and text information including song title, artist name, traffic, weather, emergency announcements and more. Digital Audio Broadcast transmission services are currently available in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Ottawa, and Windsor.
Page 227 Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to switch between AM, FM, FM2, or XMI, XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped with XMTM Satellite Radio Service) or DABl, DAB2 (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB). The display will show your selection.
Page 228 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 30 stations (six AM, six FMI and six FM2, six XMI and six XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped with the XM Satellite Radio Service) or six DAB1 and six DAB2 (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB), by performing the following steps:...
Page 229 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: To adjust the balance to the right and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display. Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers. To adjust the fade to the front and the rear speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until FADE appears on the display.
Page 230 BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type. Press and hold BAND for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on. AF ON will appear on the display. The radio may switch to stronger stations.
Page 231 When a message is not available from an station, NO INFO will be displayed. TRAF (Traffic): Press this button to receive traffic announcements. If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements, the radio will seek to a station that does. When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements, it will stop.
Page 232 Radio Display Action Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, Channels) after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. Updating Updating encryption code No Signal Loss of signal Loading XM Acquiring channel audio (after 4 second delay) Channel not in service CH Unavail Channel no longer...
Page 233 Radio Display Message No Info Category Name not available No TextAnformational No Info message available No channel available for Not Found the chosen category XM Locked Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) Unknown Radio ID not known (should only be if hardware failure) Chk XMRcvr Hardware failure...
Page 234 Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing. The display will show the CD symbol. If you want to insert a compact disc with the ignition off, first press TUNE or the eject symbol.
Page 235 : To scan the disc, press and hold either SCAN SCAN arrow for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep. Use this feature to listen to 10 seconds of each track of the disc. Press either SCAN arrow again, to stop scanning.
Page 236: Radio With Cassette And Cd
Radio with Cassette and CD Base Radio Shown, BoseB Similar If your vehicle is equipped with the system, your vehicle will have six speakers. Radio Data System (RDS): Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information.
Page 237 Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) (Canada Only): DAB is a Canadian land-based radio service that offers digital quality audio and text information including song title, artist name, traffic, weather, emergency announcements and more. Digital Audio Broadcast transmission services are currently available in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Ottawa, and Windsor.
Page 238 Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to switch FM2, or XM1, XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped with XMTM Satellite Radio Service) or DAB1 , DAB2 (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB). The display will show your selection. TUNE: Turn this knob to choose radio stations.
Page 239 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 30 stations (six AM, six FMI and six FM2, six XMI and six XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped with the XM Satellite Radio Service) or six DAB1 and six DAB2 (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB), by performing the following steps:...
Page 240 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: To adjust the balance to the right and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display. Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers. To adjust the fade to the front and the rear speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until FADE appears on the display.
Page 241 BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type. Press and hold BAND for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on. AF ON will appear on the display. The radio may switch to stronger stations.
Page 242 When a message is not available from a station, NO INFO will be displayed. TRAF (Traffic): Press this button to receive traffic announcements. If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements, the radio will seek to a station that does. When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements, it will stop.
Page 243 Radio Display Message ~~~~~ XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, Channels) after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. Updating Updating encryption code No Signal Loss of signal Loading XM Acquiring channel audio (after 4 second delay) CH Off Air CH Unavail No info...
Page 244 Radio Display Message No Info XM Locked Theft lock active Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) Unknown io ID not known If you XMTM Radio Messages (cont’d) Condition The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle. For security purposes, XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles.
Page 245 Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right.
Page 246 4 FWD (Forward): Press this pushbutton to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Press this pushbutton again to return to playing speed. The radio will play while the tape advances. The station frequency and FWD will appear on the display. You may select stations during forward operation by using TUNE and SEEK.
Page 247 CLEAN: If this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player. See Care on page 3- 126.
Page 248 3 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track. Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at six times the normal playing speed. Press and hold it for more than two seconds to reverse at 17 times the normal playing speed.
Page 249 Compact Disc Messages If the disc comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: You’re driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother the disc should play. It’s very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the disc should play.
Page 250: Radio With Six-Disc Cd
Radio with Six-Disc CD Base Radio Shown, Bos- If your vehicle is equipped with the Bose@ audio system, your vehicle will have six speakers. Radio Data System (RDS): Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information.
Page 251 Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) (Canada Only): DAB is a Canadian land-based radio service that offers digital quality audio and text information including song title, artist name, traffic, weather, emergency announcements and more. Digital Audio Broadcast transmission services are currently available in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Ottawa, and Windsor.
Page 252 Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to switch between AM, FM, FM2, or XM1, XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped with XMTM Satellite Radio Service) or DABI, DAB2 (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB). The display will show your selection.
Page 253 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 30 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2, six XMl and six XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped with the XMTM Satellite Radio Service) or six DAB1 and six DAB2 (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB), by performing the following steps:...
Page 254 To return to the manual mode (CUSTOM), press the AUTO EQ button until CUSTOM appears on the display. Then you will be able to manually adjust the bass, midrange and treble using the AUDIO knob. If your vehicle is equipped with the Base@ audio system, your equalization settings are either CUSTOM or TALK.
Page 255 SCAN: You can also scan through the stations within a category by performing the following: 1. Press the P-TYPE button. P-TYPE and the last selected PTY will be displayed on the screen. 2. Select a category by turning the P-TYPE knob. 3.
Page 256 INFO (information): If the current station has a message, INFO will appear on the display. Press this button to see the message. The message may display the artist and song title, call in phone numbers, etc. If the whole message is not displayed, parts of it will appear every three seconds.
Page 257 XMTM Radio Messages (after 4 second delay) 3-1 06...
Page 258 Radio Display Message Category Name not available No Info No Texthformational message available No Info No channel available for the chosen category Not Found XM Locked Theft lock active Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) Radio ID not known XMTM Radio Messages (cont’d) Condition...
Page 259 Playing a Compact Disc If an error appears on the display, see “Compact Disc Messages” later in this section. LOAD CD : Press the LOAD side of this button to load CDs into the compact disc player. This compact disc player will hold up to six discs. To insert one disc, do the following: 1.
Page 260 Playing a Specific Loaded Compact Disc For every CD loaded, a number will appear on the radio display. To play a specific CD, first press the CD AUX button to start playing a CD. Then press the numbered pushbutton that corresponds to the CD you want to play.
Page 261 RPT (Repeat): With repeat, you can repeat one track or an entire disc. To use repeat, do the following: To repeat the track you are listening to, press and release the RPT button. RPT will appear on the display. Press RPT again to turn it off. To repeat the disc you are listening to, press and hold the RPT button for two seconds.
Page 262 Using Song List Mode The integrated six-disc CD changer has a feature called song list. This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections. To save tracks into the song list feature, perform the following steps: 1. Turn the disc player on and load it with at least one disc.
Page 263 After a track has been deleted, the remaining tracks are moved up the list. When another track is added to the song list, the track will be added to the end of the list. To delete the entire song list, perform the following steps: 1.
Page 264: Rear Seat Entertainment System
Listening to a DVD Your vehicle may have an overhead Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System. If your vehicle has this system and a DVD is playing, the DVD symbol will appear on the radio display indicating that the DVD is available and can be listened through your vehicles speakers.
Page 265 DVD Player Buttons (Power): Press this button to turn the RSE system on or off. (Eject): Press this button to eject a DVD or a CD. SRCE (Source): Press this button to toggle between the DVD player and an auxiliary source. (Stop): Press this button to stop the play of the DVD player.
Page 266 Stopping and Resume Playback To stop a disc, press and release the stop button on the DVD player or the remote control. To resume playback, press the play/pause button on the DVD player or the remote control. As long as the disc has not been ejected and the stop button has not been pressed twice, the movie should resume play from where it was last stopped.
Page 267 Parental Control Button: This button is located on the front of the DVD console, behind the video screen, near the driver of the vehicle. Press this button while a DVD or CD is playing to freeze the video and mute the audio.
Page 268 Remote Control Buttons A. Power: Press this button to turn the DVD player on or off. B. Title: Press this button to return the DVD to the main menu of the DVD. C. Menu Navigation: Use the arrow keys to navigate through a menu.
Page 269 Illumination: Press this button to turn the remote control backlight on. Menu: Press this button to access the DVD menu (this button only operates with a DVD). Enter: Press this button to select items within a menu. Return: Press this button to exit the current active menu and return to the previous menu.
Page 270 The headphones will automatically turn off if they lose the infrared signal from the system after approximately four minutes in order to preserve their battery power. lost The signal may be if the system is turned off or if the headphones are out of range of the infrared signal transmitters that are located below the video display screen.
Page 271 How to Change the Video Format when in the Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary input video format is preset to NTSC. In some countries, the video format may be in PAL system. To change the video format, perform the following: Press the display menu button. 2.
Page 272 Problem Recommended Action No power. The ignition might not be in on or accessory.The parental control button might have been pressed. (The power indicator light will flash.) Disc will not play. The system might be off. The parental control button might have been pressed.
Page 273: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
Problem Recommended Action After stopping the player, I If the stop button was push Play but sometimes pressed one time, the the DVD starts where I DVD player will resume left off and sometimes at playing where the DVD was stopped. If the stop the beginning.
Page 274 Rear Seat Audio Controls RSA with HVAC Shown, RSA without HVAC Similar The following functions are controlled by the RSA system buttons: ( 1 ) (Power): Press this button to turn the rear seat audio system on or off. The rear speakers will be muted when the power is turned unless your vehicle is equipped with the...
Page 275: Theft-Deterrent Feature
PROG (Program): The front passengers must be listening to something different for each of these functions to work: Press this button to go to the preset radio stations set on the pushbuttons on the main radio. When a cassette tape is playing, press this button to go to the other side of the tape.
Page 276: Dvd Distortion
PROG (Program): Press this button to play a station you have programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons on the selected band. If a cassette tape is playing, press this button to play the other side of the tape. If a CD is playing, press this button to go to the next available CD.
Page 277: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
XMTM Satellite Radio Service XMTM Satellite Radio gives you digital radio reception from coast to coast. Just as with FM, tall buildings or hills can interfere with Satellite radio signals, causing the sound to come and go. Your radio may display “NO SIGNAL”...
Page 278: Care Of Your Cds And Dvds
When the cleaning cassette has been ejected, the cut tape detection feature is active again. You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own.
Page 279: Fixed Mast Antenna
Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged. If the mast should ever become slightly bent, you can straighten it out by hand. If the mast is badly bent, as it might be by vandals, you should replace it.
Page 280: Driving Your Vehicle
Section Your Driving. the Road. and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving ... 4-2 Drunken Driving ... Control of a Vehicle Braking ... Traction Assist System (TAS) ... Locking Rear Axle Stabilitrak@ System ... Steering ... QUADRASTEERTM Off-Road Recovery ... Passing Loss of Control Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle...
Page 281: Your Driving. The Road. And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 1-22. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.”...
Page 282: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision...
Page 283 According to the American Medical Association, a 180 Ib (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 (45 mi) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka.
Page 284 But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent.
Page 285: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide.
Page 286 Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking.
Page 287 Let's say the road is wet and you're driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here's what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels.
Page 288: Traction Assist System (Tas)
Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Page 289 If your vehicle is in cruise control when the TAS begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may re-engage the cruise control. See “Cruise Control” under Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever on page 3-7.
Page 290: Locking Rear Axle
To turn the system on or off, press the TAS on/off button located on the instrument panel. If you used the button to turn the system off, the traction off light will come on and stay on. You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again.
Page 291 If the system fails to turn on or activate, the STABILITY SYS DISABLED or SERVICE STABILITY message will be displayed. If the vehicle has gone through heavy acceleration or braking during the first two miles after starting your vehicle, the STABILITY SYS DISABLED message may appear.
Page 292 Traction Control Operation The traction control system is part of the Stabilitrak@ system. Traction control limits wheel spin by reducing engine power to the wheels (engine speed management) and by applying brakes to each individual wheel (brake-traction control) as necessary. The traction control system is enabled automatically when you start your vehicle, and it will activate and display the TRACTION ACTIVE message in the...
Page 293: Steering
The traction control system may activate on dry or rough roads or under conditions such as heavy acceleration while turning or abrupt upshifts/downshifts of the transmission. When this happens you may notice a reduction in acceleration, or may hear a noise or vibration.
Page 294 Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed. Of course, the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions. Under less favorable conditions you’ll want to go slower. If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do it before you enter the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead.
Page 295: Quadrasteertm
QUADRASTEERTM The QUADRASTEERTM System has a control and diagnostic module that monitors and records current system status and operational information. If your vehicle is equipped with the 4 Wheel Steer system it has the ability to steer the vehicle with all four wheels Once the 4 Wheel Steer mode is selected, it is recommended to leave the vehicle in this mode at all...
Page 296 If you want to use tire chains, the vehicle needs to be in 2 wheel steer mode. 4: In this mode all four wheels will help steer the vehicle. If you want to use 4, and your vehicle is not in this mode, press the button, until the 4 indicator, located to the right of the 4 Wheel Steer button, comes on and stays on.
Page 297 To engage the 4 Wheel Steer tow mode, press the button until the 4 and tow mode indicators light up on the instrument panel. If the tow indicator is flashing you will have to center the steering wheel by turning it to the left or right.
Page 298: Off-Road Recovery
Off -Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
Page 299 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
Page 300: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger.
Page 301: Off-Road Driving With Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle
Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle This off-road guide is for vehicles that have four-wheel drive. Also, see Braking on page 4-6. If your vehicle doesn’t have four-wheel drive, you shouldn’t drive off-road unless you’re on a level, solid surface. Off-road driving can be great fun.
Page 302 The following steps must be performed on each of the push-pins to remove the air dam: 1. Insert a tool into the push-pin slot and pull downward until the push-pin snaps loose. 2. While continuing to pull downward on the push-pin, squeeze and turn the expandable end of the push-pin...
Page 303 To reinstall the lower air dam do the following: 1. Line up each push-pin 2. Push the flat end of the 4-24 Before You Go Off-Roading There are some things to do before you go out. For with its intended example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance retainer and push the and service work done.
Page 304 Cargo the load floor piled the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop. You or your passengers could be injured. Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks. Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain.
Page 305 Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip, especially when going to a remote area. Know the terrain and plan your route. You are much less likely to get bad surprises. Get accurate maps of trails and terrain. Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads.
Page 306 Scanning the Terrain Off-road driving can take you over many different kinds of terrain. You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features. Here are some things to consider. Surface Conditions: Off-roading can take you over hard-packed dirt, gravel, rocks, grass, sand, mud, snow or ice.
Page 307 Driving on Off-Road Hills Off-road driving often takes you up, down or hill. Driving safely on hills requires good judgment may and an understanding of what your vehicle can and can’t do. There are some hills that simply can’t be driven, no matter how well built the vehicle.
Page 308 Driving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you need to take some special steps. Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the steering wheel. Get a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain your speed.
Page 309 What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is about to stall, and I can’t make it up the hill? If this happens, there are some things you should do, and there are some things you must not do. First, here’s what you should do: Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards.
Page 310 Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down the hill and decide I just can’t do it. What should I do? Set the parking brake, put your transmission in PARK (P) and turn off the engine. Leave the vehicle and go get some help. Exit on the uphill side and stay clear of the path the vehicle would take if it rolled downhill.
Page 311 If you decide you can go down a hill safely, then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down, and use a low gear. This way, engine drag can help your brakes and they won’t have to do all the work. Descend slowly, keeping yo1 ..-’We under control at all times.
Page 312 Driving Across an Incline Sooner or later, an off-road trail will probably go across the incline of a hill. If this happens, you have to decide whether to try to drive across the incline. Here are some things to consider: A hill that can be driven straight up or down may be too steep to drive across.
Page 313 Stalling on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you’re crossing an incline, be sure you (and your passengers) get out on the uphill side, even if the door there is harder to open. If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over, you’ll be right in its path.
Page 314 Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. On these surfaces, it’s very easy to lose control. On wet ice, for example, the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating. And if you do get moving, poor steering and difficult braking can cause you to slide A m m t of control.
Page 315: Driving At Night
After Off-Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard. After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking.
Page 316 Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
Page 317: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads * ! ! 4-38 Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads.
Page 318 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. Wet b kes can cause acci nts.
Page 319 Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often.
Page 320: City Driving
City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
Page 321: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. 4-42 The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 322: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up.
Page 323 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 324 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. See Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle page 4-22 for information about driving off-road. Keep your vehicle in good shape.
Page 325: Winter Driving
You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a failing rocks area or winding roads. Be alert to these and take appropriate action. Winter Driving 4-46 Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.
Page 326 What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it’s about freezing (32°F;...
Page 327 Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have an anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See Braking on page 4-6. Allow greater following distance on any slippery road.
Page 328 Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.
Page 329: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
Then, shut the engine and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can. To help keep warm, you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes.
Page 330 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, shift into 4HI or 4LO. If your vehicle has the Traction Assist System, you should turn it off by pressing the TAS on/off button.
Page 331 4-52 These hooks, when used, are under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle. The hooks could break off and you could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back.
Page 332: Towing
Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6. If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “Recreational Vehicle Towing”...
Page 333 Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles " 1 Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle: 1. Firmly set the parking brake. 2. Shift the transmission to PARK (P). 4-54 3. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle. 4. Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL. See Four-Wheel Drive on page 2-28 for the proper procedure to select the NEUTRAL position for your vehicle.
Page 334 Dolly Towing Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Two-wheel-drive, vehicles, should not be towed with the rear wheels on the ground. Two-wheel-drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed. to properly tow these vehicles, they should be placed on a platform trailer with all four wheels the ground.
Page 335: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle GAWR FRT ;EE ~ N E R ’ S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL The Certificationflire label is found on the rear edge of the driver’s door or in the Incomplete Vehicle Document in the cab. The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle.
Page 336: Level Control
Using heavier suspension components to get added durability might not change your weight ratings. Ask your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way. If you put things inside your vehicle tools, packages, or anything else as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a --7sh, they’ll keep going.
Page 337: Autoridetm
Automatic Level Control The automatic level control rear suspension is available on C/K 1500 vehicles and comes as a part of the AutorideTM suspension. This type of level control is fully automatic and will provide a better leveled riding position as well as better handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions.
Page 338: Trailer Recommendations
Trailer Recommendations You must subtract your hitch loads from the Cargo Weight Rating (CWR) for your vehicle. CWR is the maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry. It doesn’t included the weight of the people inside. But you can figure about 150 Ibs. (68 kg) for each seat. The total cargo load must not be more than your vehicle’s CWR.
Page 339 If yours was built with trailering options, as many are, it’s ready for heavier trailers. But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in handling, durability and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, and it has to be used properly.
Page 340 Tow/Haul Mode Tow/haul is a feature that assists when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load. The purpose of the tow/haul mode is to: Reduce the frequency and improve the predictability of transmission shifts when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load.
Page 341 Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be? It depends on how you plan to use your rig. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important. And, it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle.
Page 342 Vehicle" Axle Ratio K-1500 (4 WD)* 4800 V8 5300 V8 Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent Vehicle* Axle Ratio C-2500 (2WD)* 6000 V8 (SuburbanNukon XL)t 6000 V8 wI4WS 8100 V8 3.73 (Suburban/Yukon XL)t 4.10 *Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1,500 Ibs. (681 kg) maximum. **GCWR limited to 14,000 Ibs.
Page 343 Vehicle* Ratio Axle (4WD\* K-2500 6000 V8 3.73 4.1 0 (SuburbanNukon XL)t 3.73 6,000 V8 w/4WS 4.1 0 3.73 8100 V8 4.10 *Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1,500 Ibs. (681 kg) **GCWR limited to 14,000 Ibs.
Page 344 If you’re using a weight-carrying or a weight-distributing hitch, the trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for your vehicle. After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper.
Page 345 Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch. If you don’t seal them, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get into your vehicle.
Page 346 a Trailer If you have a rear-most window open and you pull a trailer with your vehicle, carbon monoxide (CO) could come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness or death. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index. To maximize your safety when towing a trailer: Have your exhaust system inspected for leaks, and make necessary repairs before...
Page 347 Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer.
Page 348 Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don't shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. You can tow in DRIVE (D).
Page 349 5. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear and not in NEUTRAL. 6. Release the regular brakes. It can be dan,-roL- if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
Page 350 Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid (don’t overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system and brake system.
Page 351 The seven-wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal Brown: Taillamps White: Ground Light Green: Back-up Lamps Red: Battery Feed Dark Blue: Trailer Brake 4-72 Trailer Wiring Harness Package Your vehicle is equipped with the seven-wire trailer towing harness.
Page 352 The seven-wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: Yellow: Left Stopflurn Signal Dark Green: Right Stopnurn Signal Brown: Taillamps White: Ground Light Green: Back-up Lamps Red: Battery Feed Dark Blue: Trailer Brake If your trailer is equipped with electronic brakes, you can get a jumper harness (electric trailer brake control) with a trailer battery feed fuse from your dealer.
Page 353 NOTES .PZX 4-74...
Page 354: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service Doing Your Own Sewice Work Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Fuel Gasoline Octane Gasoline Specifications California Fuel Additives Fuel E-85 (85% Ethanol) Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release...
Page 355 Section Wheel Replacement Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat ... Changing a Flat Tire ... Spare Tire Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ... 5-88 Care of Safety Belts ... Weatherstrips Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Sheet Metal Damage ...
Page 356: Service
Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you'll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You'll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you'll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks:...
Page 357: Doing Your Own Sewice Work
Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on I I.
Page 358: Fuel
Fuel Gasoline The 8th digit of your vehicle identification number (VIN) shows the code letter or number that identifies your engine. You will find the VIN at the top left of the instrument panel. See Vehicle identification Number (VIN) on page 5-96. If your vehicle has the 5.3L V8 engine (VIN Code Z only), you may use either regular unleaded gasoline ethanol fuel containing up to 85% ethanol (E-85);...
Page 359: Gasoline Specifications
Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection. Gasoline meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasoline.
Page 360: Fuel E-85 (85% Ethanol)
Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Don’t use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn’t be covered under your warranty.
Page 361: Fuels In Foreign Countries
At a minimum, E-85 should meet ASTM Specification D 5798. To insure quick starts in the wintertime, the E-85 fuel must be formulated properly for your climate according to ASTM specification D 5798. If you have trouble starting on E-85, it may be because your E-85 fuel is not properly formulated for your climate.
Page 362: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank Fuel vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from fuel. The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
Page 363 While refueling, hang the fuel cap by the tether using the hook located on the inside of the filler door. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). 5-1 0 If you get fuel on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned.
Page 364 When you put the fuel cap back (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. this would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere.
Page 365: Checking Things Under -5-1 2 Hood Release
Checking Things Under the Hood Things that burn can get on hot engine and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned. Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine.
Page 366 3. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are Pull on properly. down the hood and close it firmly. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located near the center of the grill.
Page 367: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the VORTEC 5300 V8 engine (VORTEC 4800 and 6000 engines similar), you'll see the following: 5-1 4...
Page 368 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter B. Coolant Surge Tank C. Air Filter Restriction Indicator (If Equipped) D. Engine Oil Dipstick E. Automatic Transmission Dipstick F. Engine Oil Fill G. Fan H. Remote Negative (-j Terminal (GND) I. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir J.
Page 369 When you open the hood on the VORTEC 8100 V8 engine you’ll see the following: 5-1 6...
Page 370: Engine Oil
A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter B. Coolant Surge Tank C. Air Filter Restriction Indicator (If Equipped) D. Engine Oil Dipstick E. Automatic Transmission Dipstick F. Engine Oil Fill G. Fan H. Remote Negative (-) Terminal (GND) Remote Positive Terminal J. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir K.
Page 371 Checking Engine Oil It's a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick has a yellow ring handle and located in the engine compartment on the...
Page 372 When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use.
Page 373 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. If you choose to perform the engine oil change service yourself, be sure...
Page 374 As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W-30 is the only viscosity grade recommended for your vehicle. You should look for and use only oils which have the API Starburst symbol and which are also identified as SAE 5W-30. If you cannot find such SAE 5W-30 oils, you can use an SAE IOW-30 oil which has the API Starburst symbol, if it's going to be 0°F (-18°C) or above.
Page 375: Engine Air Cleanedfilter
How to Reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Message The GM Oil Life SystemTM calculates when to change your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime your oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where you can change your oil prior to a CHANGE ENGINE OIL message being turned on, reset the system.
Page 376 See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page to determine when to check the indicator. The service window A with the percentage scale shows the amount of engine air cleanedfilter life used. When both service window A and service window B turn orange, replace the engine air cleaner/filter.
Page 377 To replace the engine air cleaner/filter do the following: 1. Loosen the screws on the cover of the housing and lift up the cover. Remove the air cleanedfilter from the housing. Care should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible. 3.
Page 378: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km) if the vehicle’s GVWR is over 8,600 or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature...
Page 379 Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above (IOOC), (IOOC). If it’s colder than 50°F in THIRD (3) until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes. A cold fluid check can be made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off, but this is used only as a reference.
Page 380: Engine Coolant
3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the COLD area, below the cross-hatched area, for a cold check or in the HOT area or cross-hatched area for a hot check.
Page 381 A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL@ coolant will: Give freezing protection down to -34°F ( -37°C). Give boiling protection up Protect against rust and corrosion. Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning lights and gages work as they should.
Page 382 Checking Coolant The coolant surge tank located in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compantment Overview on page 5-74 for more information on location. Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly.
Page 383: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap See Engine Comparfment Overview on page 5-14 for The coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the coolant surge tank. Notice: Your pressure cap is a pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating.
Page 384 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get CAUTION: (Continued) eryone away fro venlcle...
Page 385 If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine An overheat warning, along with a low coolant message, can indicate a serious problem. See Low Coolant under DlC Warnings and Messages on page 3-62. If you get an engine overheat warning with coolant message, but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Page 386: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: 8100 V8 Engines All Other Engines A. Coolant Surge Tank B. Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap C. Engine Fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down.
Page 387 The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark. If it isn’t, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. Heater and radiato.
Page 388 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level isn’t at or above the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL@ coolant at the coolant...
Page 389 Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn’t get the overheat warning.
Page 390 4. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, to the FULL COLD mark. 5. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan.
Page 391: Engine Fan Noise
6. Then replace the the pressure cap is fully seated. Engine Fan Noise Your vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. In most everyday driving conditions, the fan is spinning slower and the clutch is not fully engaged.
Page 392: Windshield Washer Fluid
When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired.
Page 393 Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. Notice: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system.
Page 394 If you have too much brake fluid, it can spill on the engine. The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and your vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
Page 395 What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6- 16. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it.
Page 396 Brake Wear Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly).
Page 397: Battery
Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality GM brake parts.
Page 398: Jump Starting
Jump Starting If your battery (or batteries) has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to follow the steps below to do it safely. Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous They contain acid that can burn you.
Page 399 Your vehicle has a remote positive (+) jump starting terminal and a remote negative (-) jump starting terminal. You should always use these remote terminals instead of the terminals on the battery. The remote positive (+) terminal is located behind a red plastic cover near the engine accessory drive bracket.
Page 400 Fans or otl moving engine parts can injure ’ Keep you badly. your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock.
Page 401 8. Now connect the black 9. Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative (-) cable doesn’t go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy, unpainted metal part, or to the remote negative (-) terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery.
Page 402 Jumper Cable Removal A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative Terminal B. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and Remote Negative (-) Terminals C. Dead Battery or Remote Positive (+) Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following: Disconnect the black negative (-) cable from the vehicle that had the bad battery.
Page 403: All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles. However, there are two additional systems that need lubrication. Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-14.
Page 404: Rear Axle
Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4. How to Check Lubricant 1500 Series shown, 2500 similar To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface.
Page 405: Four-Wheel Drive
Four-wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles. However, there are two additional systems that need lubrication. Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-14.
Page 406: Front Axle
Front Axle When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4. How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface.
Page 407: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. See Replacement Bulbs on page 5-59 for the proper types of bulbs to use. Halogen Bulbs nalogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured.
Page 408: Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker And Daytime Running Lamps
A. Low-Beam Headlamp B. High-Beam Headlamp 2. Pull the headlamp assembly out. 3. Unplug the electrical connector. 4. Turn the old bulb counterclockwise and remove it from the headlamp assembly. 5. Put the new bulb into the assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight.
Page 409: Side Identification Marker Lamps
4. Press the locking release lever, turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the turn signal housing. 5. Remove the old bulb from the bulb socket. 6. Put the new bulb into the bulb socket. Use care not to touch the bulb with your fingers or hands.
Page 410 2. Remove the six screws on the center roof marker lamps. 3. Turn the old bulb counterclockwise to remove it from the socket. 4. Put a new bulb into the socket and turn clockwise until it locks in place. 5-57...
Page 411: Taillamps
5. Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws. 5-58 Taillamps A. Turn Signal Lamp 6. Back-up Lamp C. Stoplamp 1. Use a tool to remove the two screws from the lamp assembly.
Page 412: Replacement Bulbs
2. Remove the lamp assembly. 3. Press the release tab and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp housing. 4. Pull the old bulb straight out from the socket 5. Press a new bulb into the socket, insert the socket into the taillamp housing and turn the socket clockwise into the taillamp housing until it clicks.
Page 413: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking. See At Least Twice a Year on page 6-10 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 5- 109.
Page 414: Ti Res
Ti res Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your warranty booklet for details. Poorly maintained and imp1 are dangerous. Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction.
Page 415: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Inflation Tire Pressure The Certificationrrire label, which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Page 416 The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first rotation is the most important. See “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services,” in Section 6, for scheduled rotation intervals- When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here.
Page 417: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. Some commercial truck tires may not have treadwear indicators.
Page 418: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels.
Page 419: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades, they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) standards. Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course.
Page 420: Wheel Replacement
Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the alignment may need to be reset. If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels may need to be rebalanced.
Page 421: Tire Chains
Used Replacement Wheels Putl,.,g a used wheel on your vehic,, dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel.
Page 422: If A Tire Goes Flat
Notice: If you have a tire size other than P265D5R16, LT265D5R16, P265DQR16, or P265DQR17 use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the rear tires only.
Page 423: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. Cha -ing a can cause an injury. The -..2 vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
Page 424 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools TahoeNukon Models (Rear Access Panel) A. Tool Kit with D. Tire Blocks Jack Tools E. Jack B. Bracket and Wing Nut C. Wheel Block Wing Nut SuburbanNukon XL Models A. Bottle Jack F. Retaining Hook B.
Page 425 For TahoeNukon models, the equipment is located behind the left trim panel in the rear of the vehicle. Skip the first step and follow the last three. 1 . Remove the tray to access the tools. 2. There is a wing nut used to retain the tool kit. To remove it, turn the wing nut counterclockwise.
Page 426 Follow these instructions to lower the spare tire: 1. If the vehicle is equipped with a hoist lock, open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper and use the ignition key to remove the lock. 2. Assemble the wheel wrench and the two jack handle extensions as shown.
Page 427 To release the spare tire from the secondary latch do the following: 1. Check under the vehicle to see if the cable end is visible. 2. If it is not visible proceed to step 6. If it is visible, first try to tighten the cable by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice.
Page 428 Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the end fitting. Continue raising the jack until the spare tire stops moving upward and is held firmly in place. The secondary latch has released and the spare tire is balancing on the jack.
Page 429 The tools you’ll be using include the bottle jack (A), the wheel blocks (B), the jack handle (C), the jack handle extensions (D), and the wheel wrench (E). If the flat tire is on the rear of the vehicle, you’ll need to use both jack handle extensions.
Page 430 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack lift head to the lifting point. If your vehicle has wheel nut caps, loosen them by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. If you have a center cap with wheel nut caps, the wheel nut caps are designed to remain with the center cap.
Page 431 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Use the wheel wrench 5-78 to loosen all the wheel nuts. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts. Don’t remove the wheel nuts yet. Nofice: If your vehicle is equipped with QUADRASTEERTM avoid contact with tie rods and tie rod boots when jacking the vehicle.
Page 432 is jacked up is Getting under a vehicle when 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. Front Position Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.
Page 433 Rear Position 1500 Series 3. Make sure the jack head is positioned so that the rear axle is resting securely between the grooves that are on the jack head. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit back underneath the rear of the vehicle.
Page 434 Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 436 8. Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise. Incorrect wheel nuts or improC-:ly ..,htened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident.
Page 437 Storing a Flat Tire and Tools Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. Notice: An aluminum wheel with a flat tire should always be stored under the vehicle with the hoist.
Page 438 PUSH & PULL 6. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push, pull, and then try to rotate or turn the tire. If the tire moves, use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable. Put back the jack, tools and spare tire lock (if equipped). A.
Page 439 To store the tools, follow these procedures: For TahoeNukon models do the following: 1. Put the tool kit, with the jack tools and gloves, in the tool bag and place in the retaining clip above the jack. 2. Tighten down with the wing nut. 3.
Page 440: Spare Tire
SuburbanNukon XL models A. Bottle Jack F. Retaining Hook B. Wheel Blocks G. Retaining Bracket and C. Wing Nut Wing Nut D. Mounting Bracket H. Tool Kit with Jack Removable Tray Tools and Gloves Spare Tire Your vehicle, when new, had a fully inflated spare tire. A spare tire may lose air over time, so check its inflation pressure regularly, See Inflation on page 5-62 and “Loading Your Vehicle”...
Page 441: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space.
Page 442 FabricKarpet Your dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric and carpet. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer. See GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-94. Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.
Page 443 Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do this more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and vinyVleather cleaner.
Page 444: Care Of Safety Belts
Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. Do not bleach or dye safety ,,Its. may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
Page 445 Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. See GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-94. If your vehicle has a “basecoatklearcoat” paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat.
Page 446: Sheet Metal Damage
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels Your vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied.
Page 447: Chemical Paint Spotting
At least every spring, flush these materials from the underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect. Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed. Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you.
Page 448 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) Description Removes dirt and grime Chrome and Wire Wheel from chrome wheels and Cleaner wire wheel covers. Removes dust, fingerprints, and surface Finish Enhancer contaminants, Spray on wipe off. Removes swirl marks, fine scratches and other Swirl Remover Polish light surface contamination.
Page 449: Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) SAMPLE4UXI M072675 This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.
Page 450: Electrical System
Electrical System Add-on Electrical Equipment Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Page 451 Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block access door edge of the instrument panel. Pull access the fuse block. You can remove fuses with a fuse extractor which is mounted to the fuse block access door. To remove fuses if you don’t have a fuse extractor, hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out.
Page 452 Four-wheel Drive System, Auxiliary Battery HTR N C Climate Control System Power Door Lock Relay LOCK (Lock Function) Inside Rearview Mirror, HVAC 1 Climate Control Svstem Driver’s Door Harness L DOOR Connection CRUISE Cruise Control Power Door Lock Relay UNLOCK IUnlock Function) RR FOG LP Rear Fog Lamp (Export Only)
Page 453 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block The center instrument panel utility block is located underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the steering column. Device TRAILER UPFIT SL RIDE HDLR 2 Connector Wiring Body BODY DEFOG HDLNR 1 SPARE RELAY INFO lUsage EauiPment...
Page 454 Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle near the battery. Lift the cover for access to the fuse/relay block. To remove fuses, hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out.
Page 456 Gasoline Engine and Fuel Injection Rail #2. Gasoline Engine and Fuel Injection Rail #l. Gasoline Engine; Oxygen Sensors. Gasoline Engine; Oxygen Sensors. PCM Ignition Fuses Usage GLOW PLUG Not Used CUST FEED Gasoline Accessow Power Auxiliary Power (Single Battery and Diesels STUD #1 Only)/Dual Battery (TP2) Do not install fuse.
Page 457 Fuses Usage SUNROOF SEO 82 Off-Road Lamps Vent Solenoid Canister/QUADRASTEERTM Module Power HVAC Rear Climate Control Auxiliary Power AUX PWR Outlet IGN 1 Ignition Relay PCM 1 Powertrain Control Module Electronic Throttle Control, ETC/ECM Electronic Brake Controller Instrument Panel Cluster, Air Conditioning Relay, Turn IGN E SignaVHazard Switch, Starter...
Page 458 Usage Cigarette Lighter High Beam Headlamp-Right Headlamp Low Beam Relay Air conditioning Compressor Relav Air Conditioning Compressor Relav Rear Wiper/Washer Svstem Audio Mid Bussed Electrical Center, HomeLink, Rear Heated Seats Brake Transmission Shift Horn Interlock Svstem Pedals Adjustable Fuses FOG LP FOG LP Horn HORN...
Page 459: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and Specifications Please refer to Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants All capacities are approximate. Engine 4800 VORTEC VORTEC 5300 V8 VORTEC 5300 V8 VORTEC 6000 V8 VORTEC 81 00 V8 Model C/K 1500 2500 Tire Pressure 5-1 06 Capacities and Specifications VIN Code Type...
Page 460 After refill, the level must be rechecked. See Cooling System on page 5-33. Cooling System Capacity *Vehicles equipped with the optional air conditioner. **Vehicles equipped with the optional engine oil cooler. Add one liter if equipped with rear heating for all engines. 5-1 07...
Page 461 After refill, the level must be rechecked. Add enough engine oil so that the fluid is within the proper operating range. See Engine Oil on page 5- 17. Application Engine Oil with Filter VORTEC 4800 V8 VIN V VORTEC 5300 V8 VIN T VORTEC 5300 V8 VIN Z (E-85) VORTEC 6000 V8 VIN U VORTEC 8100 V8 VIN G...
Page 462 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing, and are subject to change. If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was built, or if you have any questions, please contact your GM dealer.
Page 463 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts (cont'd) VIN Code Wiper Blades 151 53642 (Front)** Wiper Blade Type ITTA (Front) 22 inches Wiper Blade Length (Front) Wiper Blades 22 1 54396 221 54396 (Rear)** Wiper Blade Type ITTA (Rear) Wipe Blade 18 inches Length (Rear) "ACDelco part number **GM part number...
Page 464 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment ... 6-2 Maintenance Requirements How This Section is Organized ... Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ... 6. 4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule Scheduled Maintenance Part B: Owner Checks and Services At Each Fuel Fill At Least Once a Month At Least Twice a Year...
Page 465: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Introduction IMPORTANT: KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the...
Page 466: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 467: Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services This part contains engine oil and chassis lubrication scheduled maintenance which explains the engine oil life system and how indicates when to change the engine oil and filter. Lubricate chassis components with each oil change. Also, listed are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified.
Page 468: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle.
Page 469 If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil on page 5-17 for information on resetting the system. An Emission Control Service.
Page 470 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 471 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 472 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 473: Part B: Owner Checks And Services
Part B: Qwner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D.
Page 474 Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.) Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield.
Page 475 Starter Switch Check When you are d_..rg this chec.., the v could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2.
Page 476 Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK.
Page 477: At Least Once A Year
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 478: Transfer Case And Front Axle (Four-Wheel Drive) Inspection
Transfer Case and Front Axle (Four-wheel Drive) Inspection Every 12 months or at engine oil change intervals, check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary. A fluid loss could indicate a problem; check and have it repaired, if needed. On manual shift transfer case, oil the control lever pivot point.
Page 479: Part D: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Engine Oil of the proper viscosity.
Page 480 Usage FluicVLubricant Synthetic Axle Lubricant; use only Rear Axle GM Part No. 12378557 (in Canada (Steerable) 88901362). Do not add friction modifier. Transfer Case (All-Wheel Dexron-Ill Automatic Transmission Drive with Fluid. Stabilitrak@ ) AUTO-TRAK II Fluid (GM Part Automatic No. U.S. 12378508, in Canada Transfer Case 10953626).
Page 481: Part E: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record...
Page 482 Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-1 9...
Page 483 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Maintenance Record Odometer Serviced By Date Reading 6-20...
Page 484: Customer Assistance Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Online Owner Center Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users Customer Assistance Offices GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities Customer Assistance Information 7. 2 Roadside Assistance Program ... Courtesy Transportation ... Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ...
Page 485: Customer Assistance Information
Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns We encourage you with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments.
Page 486 STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should file with the GM/BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have.
Page 487: Online Owner Center
(TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Customer Assistance Off ices Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to Chevrolet’s Customer Assistance Center. United States Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O.
Page 488: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities
Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1 H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 All Overseas Locations Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S.
Page 489: Roadside Assistance Program
To enhance Chevrolet’s strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center. As the owner of a 2003 Chevrolet, membership in Roadside Assistance is free. Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, by calling 1-800-CHEV-USA (243-8872).
Page 490 Courtesy Care is available to retail and retail lease customers operating 2003 and newer Chevrolet vehicles for a period of 3 years/36,000 miles (60 000 km), whichever occurs first. All Courtesy Care services must be pre-arranged by Chevrolet Roadside or dealer service management.
Page 491: Courtesy Transportation
Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail...
Page 492 Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances, your dealer can offer you one the following:...
Page 493: Reporting Safety Defects To The United States Government
Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate booklet entitled “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information” furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer.
Page 494 In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope Please call us at 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-51 70 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 495 Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE (1 -800-463-7483).
Page 496 Supplement to the 2003 Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Suburban, Passenger Sensing System Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. General Motors, therefore, recommends that child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat.
Page 497 Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger’s frontal air bag if the system detects a rear-facing child restraint, no system is fail-safe, and no one can guarantee that an air bag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though it is turned off.
Page 498 Accessory Power Outlets Adding Washer Fluid Additional Program Information Additives, Fuel Add-on Electrical Equipment ... Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ... 2-23 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) ... 3-73, 3-78, 3-89, 3-103 Air Bag Passenger Status Indicator Readiness Light ... Air Bag Systems ... Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle How Does an Air Bag Restrain?
Page 499 Audio Systems (cont.) Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) ... Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) Theft-Deterrent Feature ... Understanding Radio Reception ... 3-1 25 XMTM Satellite Radio Antenna System ... 3-128 Automatic Headlamp System ...
Page 500 California Fuel Canada Canadian Owners Canadian Roadside Assistance Capacities and Specifications Car Washes for QUADRASTEERTM Equipped Vehicles Carbon Monoxide ... 4.46, 4.59, Care of Safety Belts Care of Your Cassette Tape Player CD and DVD Player CDs and DVDs Cargo Cover ... Cargo Tie Downs Cassette Tape Messages ...
Page 501: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian
Chime Level Adjustment Cigarette Lighter Cleaning Inside of Your Vehicle Outside of Your Vehicle ... Underbody Maintenance ... Video Screen Weatherstrips Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ... Cleaning the Mirror ... Climate Control Dual Automatic ... Climate Control System Dual Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System ... 3-31 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System, Electronic ...
Page 502 Doing Your Own Service Work Dolly Towing Dome Lamps Door Delayed Locking Locks Power Door Locks Programmable Automatic Door Locks Rear Door Security Locks Driver Position, Safety Belt DRIVER DOOR AJAR Driver Information Center (DIC) DIC Operation and Displays DIC Warnings and Messages Driving At Night City...
Page 503 Engine (cont.) Cooling System Inspection ... Engine Compartment Overview Exhaust Fan Noise Overheating Starting ... ENGINE COOLANT HOT Engine Coolant Level Check ... Engine Hour Meter Display Engine Oil Additives ... Engine Oil and Chassis Lubrication Scheduled Maintenance Engine Oil Level Check ENGINE OVERHEATED ...
Page 504 Frontal Air Bags ... Fuel Additives ... California Fuel E-85 (85% Ethanol) Filling a Portable Fuel Container Filling Your Tank ... Fuels in Foreign Countries Gage Gasoline Octane ... Gasoline Specifications Low Warning Light System Inspection Fuel Information Button ... FUEL LEVEL LOW Fuses Fuses and Circuit Breakers...
Page 505 Hood Checking Things Under ... Release Horn How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank ... How to Add Fluid ... How to Check ... How to Check Lubricant ... How to Check Power Steering Fluid ... 5-39 How to Use This Manual ... How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Hydroplaning ...
Page 506 Lamps Exterior Interior Lamps On Reminder Lap Belt Lap-Shoulder Belt LATCH System Child Restraints Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Leather Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR Level Control ... 4-57 Liftgate Liftgate Glass and Liftgate ...
Page 507 Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts ... 5-1 09 Maintenance Schedule Fuel Fill ... At Each At Least Once a Month At Least Once a Year ... At Least Twice a Year Brake System Inspection ... Engine Cooling System Inspection ... 6-14 Exhaust System Inspection Fuel System Inspection ...
Page 508 New Vehicle Break-In Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ... 5-1 09 Odometer Off -Road Recovery ... Engine Pressure Gage OIL PRESSURE LOW Older Children. Restraints Online Owner Center Onstar@ Personal Calling Onstar@ Services ... Onstar@ Steering Wheel Controls ... Onstar@ System ... Onstar@ Virtual Advisor ...
Page 509 Passenger Air Bag Indicator ....2.44. 2-47 Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator PASSENGER DOOR AJAR Passenger Sensing System Passing Passlock@ Pedals Personalization Button ... Plan Ahead When Possible Playing a Cassette Tape Playing a Compact Disc...
Page 510 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls Rear Air Conditioning System Rear Axle Locking Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear Seat Audio Rear Seat Audio Controls Rear Seat Entertainment System Rear Seat Operation Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions ... 1-38 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts ...
Page 511 Roadside Assistance Program Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out Running Your Engine While You Are Parked Safety Belt Reminder Light ... Safety Belts Care of ... Center Passenger Position ... Driver Position How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Questions and Answers About Safety Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear Seat Passengers...
Page 512 SERVICE AIRBAG SERVICE BRAKE BOOSTER SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM Service Bulletins Service Manuals SERVICE RIDE CONTROL SERVICE STABILITY Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only) ... 3-79, 3-90, 3-104 Setting Preset Stations 3-72, 3-77, 3-88, 3-102 Setting the Time Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) Setting the lone (BassDreble)
Page 513 Tachometer Taillamps Temperature and Compass Display Temperature Display Testing the Alarm Theft-Deterrent, Radio Theft-Deterrent Systems Content Theft-Deterrent Passlock@ Third Row Throttle Throttle. Adjustable Tilt Wheel Tilting the 50/50 Split Bench Seat Tilting the Bench Seat Tire Inflation Check Tires Buying New Tires Chains Changing a Flat Tire If a Tire Goes Flat...
Page 514 TRANSMISSION HOT Transmission Operation. Automatic Transmission. Transaxle. Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual Transportation Options Trip Information Button Trip Odometer Turn and Lane-Change Signals TURN SIGNAL ON Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer Underbody Flushing Service Underhood Fuse Block Understanding Radio Reception Uniform Tire Quality Grading United States...
Page 515 What to Use ... Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance Replacement ... When to Add Engine Oil When to Change Engine (GM Oil Life SystemTM) ... When to Check ... When to Check and Change When to Check Lubricant ... When to Check Power Steering Fluid ... 5-39 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill ...

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