Page 1 2003 GMC Yukon/Yukon XL Seats and Restraint Systems ... 1-1 Front Seats ... 1-3 Rear Seats ... 1-8 Safety Belts ... 1-22 Child Restraints ... 1-44 Air Bag Systems ... 1-70 Restraint System Check ... 1-86 Features and Controls ... 2-1 Keys ...
Page 2: How To Use This Manual
We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. For vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for GMC 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 3 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. CAUTION: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.
Page 4 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 5 These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may ﬁnd on your vehicle:...
Page 6 Model Reference This manual covers these models: Yukon Yukon XL...
Page 7: Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Front Seats ...1-3 Manual Seats ...1-3 Power Seats ...1-4 Power Lumbar ...1-5 Heated Seats ...1-5 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-6 Head Restraints ...1-8 Rear Seats ...1-8 Rear Seat Operation ...1-8 60/40 Split Bench Seat ...1-9 50/50 Split Bench Seat ...1-11 Bench Seat ...1-15 Bucket Seats ...1-20 Safety Belts ...1-22...
Page 8 Section 1 Passenger Sensing System ...1-81 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-85 Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-86 Seats and Restraint Systems Restraint System Check ...1-86 Checking Your Restraint Systems ...1-86 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...1-87...
Page 9: Front Seats
Front Seats Manual Seats CAUTION: 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.
Page 10 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 11: Power Lumbar
Power Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature, the four-way control is located on the outboard side of the seat. To increase or decrease support, press and hold the front or rear of the control. Let go of the control when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of support.
Page 12: Reclining Seatbacks
Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the front seatback, lift the manual lever located on the outboard side of the seat. Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Lift the lever again without pushing on the seatback and the seatback will go to an upright position.
Page 13 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job.
Page 14: Rear Seats
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: Folding The Seatbacks
Extended models: The passenger’s side of the second row 60/40 or rear bucket seats has an easy entry feature. This makes it easy to get in and out of the third seat, if your vehicle has one. To operate the easy entry seat turn the release lever, located on the back of the seat upward.
Page 16 To fold, pull up on the strap loop at the rear of the seat cushion. Then, pull the seat cushion up and fold it forward. After folding the seat cushion fully forward, pull the seatback forward and fold the seatback down until it is ﬂat.
Page 17 Make sure that the buckles on the driver’s side seatback are accessible to the outboard and center occupant and are not under the seat cushions. On regular models make sure the head restraints are returned to the upright position. 50/50 Split Bench Seat If your vehicle has a 50/50 split bench, the seatback(s) can be folded and the entire seat(s) tilted or removed from the vehicles.
Page 18: Tilting The 50/50 Split Bench Seat
Tilting the 50/50 Split Bench Seat CAUTION: 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.
Page 19: Removing The 50/50 Split Bench Seat
To return the seat to the seating position do the following: 1. Push forward on the seat and release the support lock rod. 2. Secure the support rod in its stored position on the underside of the seat. 3. Lower the seat to the ﬂoor and let the seat drop into place.
Page 20: Replacing The 50/50 Split Bench Seat
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: Bench Seat
CAUTION: 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: Folding The Seatback
Folding the Seatback CAUTION: 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 seatback on the bench seat, do the following: 1.
Page 23 CAUTION: If the support rod isn’t properly engaged, the folded third row seat could come loose in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to people and damage to your vehicle. Always be sure the support rod is properly engaged when the third row seat is folded forward.
Page 24: Removing The Bench Seat
To return the seat to the seating position do the following: 1. Push forward on the seat and release the support lock rod. 2. Secure the support rod in its stored position on the underside of the seat. 3. Lower the seat to the ﬂoor and let the seat drop into place.
Page 25: Replacing The Bench Seat
4. Squeeze the release lever, located in the lower middle to unlatch the seat from the ﬂoor while pulling the seat out. 5. While holding the rear of the seat up, roll the seat out of the vehicle. Replacing the Bench Seat CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash.
Page 26: Reclining The Seatbacks
To reinstall the full bench seat, do the following: 1. While holding the rear of the seat up, slide the front wheels into the slots on the ﬂoor. The front latches should lock into place. If the latches do not lock, try tilting the rear of the seats upwards.
Page 27 On extended models with rear bucket seats, the head restraints need to be removed in order to fold the rear seats. To do this follow these directions: 1. Lift the head restraints up until they stop. 2. Press in the button on the side of the head restraint guide cap and lift up on the head restraint.
Page 28: Safety Belts
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: 1. Release the panels from the seatbacks by pushing forward on the latches.
Page 29 CAUTION: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts.
Page 30: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels. 1-24...
Page 31 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-25...
Page 32 or the instrument panel... 1-26 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.
Page 33: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? You could be – whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
Page 34: Driver Position
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 35 5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
Page 36 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. 1-30 CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body.
Page 37 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 38 What’s wrong with this? The belt is over an armrest. 1-32 CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt.
Page 39 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 40 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. 1-34 CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. 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 41: 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 42: Center 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 43: Lap Belt
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. To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug.
Page 44: 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 45 Lap-Shoulder Belt Here’s how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 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.
Page 46 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 47 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 48 Second Row Seat 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. The guide must be on top of the belt. 1-42...
Page 49: 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 50: Child Restraints
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 51 CAUTION: 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 52: Infants And Young Children
1-46 CAUTION: 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 this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt.
Page 53 Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints. Young children should not use the vehicle’s adult safety belts alone, unless there is no other choice. Instead, they need to use a child restraint. CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle.
Page 54 1-48 CAUTION: 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.
Page 55 For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards.
Page 56: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous ﬂat surface. Make sure that the infant’s head rests toward the center of the vehicle.
Page 57 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. 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.
Page 58 How do child restraints work? A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.
Page 59: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We, therefore, recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear seat including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat.
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 passenger’s frontal air bag must be off. See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-81 and Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 1-66 for more on this including important safety information.
Page 61: Top Strap Anchor Location
In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points.
Page 62 Tahoe/Suburban/Yukon/Yukon XL models with rear seats: A child restraint with a top strap should only be used in the second or third row. Don’t use a child restraint with a top strap in the front seat because there’s no place to anchor the top strap. 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...
Page 63 Tahoe/Yukon models: A child restraint with a top strap should only be used in the second or third row. Don’t use a child restraint with a top strap in the right front passenger’s position, because there’s no place to anchor the top strap. 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.
Page 64 Third Row 50/50 Split Bench Seat Tahoe/Yukon Second Row Seat 1-58...
Page 65 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You will ﬁnd anchors (A) in the center and right side passenger second row seating positions. This system, designed to make installation of child restraints easier, does not use the vehicle’s safety belts. Instead, it uses vehicle anchors (A, B) and child restraint attachements to secure the restraints.
Page 66 In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint designed for that system. To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system has a visible metal anchorage point in the seat where the seatback meets the seat cushion.
Page 67: 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 68 If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say.
Page 69 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 5. 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 70: Second Row
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for...
Page 71 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. 3. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
Page 72 To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt. It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position Don’t use child restraints in this position. The restraints won’t work properly.
Page 73 Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Although a rear seat is a safer place, you can secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat. Unless your vehicle has the passenger sensing system, Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why: CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be...
Page 74 If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say.
Page 75 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 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 76: Air Bag Systems
8. If your vehicle has the passenger sensing system and you’re using a rear-facing child restraint in this seat, check to be sure the right front passenger’s frontal air bag is off before you begin to drive. If the air bag has been turned off, the off indicator will light and stay lit when the key is turned to RUN or START.
Page 77 Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inﬂating frontal air bag. But these air bags must inﬂate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations. 1-71...
Page 78 Here are the most important things to know about the air bag systems: CAUTION: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt – even if 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 79 CAUTION: Both frontal and side impact air bags inﬂate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inﬂating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position for air bag inﬂation before and during a crash.
Page 80: Where Are The Air Bags
There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Air Bag Readiness Light on page 3-40 for more information.
Page 81 The right front passernger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. If your vehicle has one, the driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. 1-75...
Page 82: 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. 1-76 CAUTION: 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 83: Side Impact Air Bags
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 84: 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 85 What Will You See After an Air Bag Inﬂates? After the air bag inﬂates, it quickly deﬂates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inﬂated. Some components of the air bag module will be hot for a short time. These components include the steering wheel hub for the driver’s frontal air bag and the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s frontal air bag.
Page 86 In many crashes severe enough to inﬂate an air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. • Air bags are designed to inﬂate only once. After an air bag inﬂates, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system.
Page 87: Passenger Sensing System
Passenger Sensing System If your rearview mirror has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, your vehicle has a passenger sensing system. The indicator will be visible when you turn your ignition key to START or RUN. The words ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off, will be visible on the rearview mirror during the system check.
Page 88 The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger’s seat and safety belt. The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly-seated occupant and determine if the passenger’s frontal air bag should be enabled (may inﬂate) or not.
Page 89 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off 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 •...
Page 90 If a person of adult-size is sitting in the right front passenger’s seat, but the off indicator is lit, it could be because that person isn’t sitting properly in the seat. If this happens, turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the full upright position, then sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the person’s legs comfortably extended.
Page 91: Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
CAUTION: 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. 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.
Page 92: Restraint System Check
Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Is there anything I might add to the front or sides of the vehicle that could keep the air bags from working properly? Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle’s frame, bumper system, front end or side sheet metal or height, they may keep the air bag system from working properly.
Page 93: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in 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 94 NOTES 1-88...
Page 95: Table Of Contents
Section 2 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 Doors and Locks ...2-7 Door Locks ...2-7 Power Door Locks ...2-8 Delayed Locking ...2-9 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-9 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-11 Lockout Protection ...2-12 Liftgate ...2-12 Windows ...2-14 Manual Windows ...2-14...
Page 96 Section 2 ® HomeLink Transmitter ...2-50 ® Programming the HomeLink Storage Areas ...2-54 Glove Box ...2-54 Cupholder(s) ...2-54 Front Storage Area ...2-54 Center Console Storage Area ...2-54 Features and Controls Luggage Carrier ...2-55 Transmitter ...2-51 Rear Storage Area ...2-56 Convenience Net ...2-56 Cargo Cover ...2-57 Sunroof ...2-57 Vehicle Personalization ...2-58...
Page 97: Keys
Keys CAUTION: 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. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 98: 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: If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle, you may have to damage the vehicle to get in.
Page 99: Remote Alarm
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: •...
Page 100: Battery Replacement
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer.
Page 101 Resynchronization Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system. The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver. The receiver will not respond to a signal that has been sent previously. This prevents anyone from recording and playing back the signal from the transmitter.
Page 102: Power Door Locks
To lock the door from the inside, slide the lever rearward. To unlock the door, slide the lever forward. Power Door Locks If your vehicle is equipped 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.
Page 103: 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 104: Programmable Unlocking Feature
Mode 3: No automatic door locking. The following instructions tell you how to change the automatic door lock mode. Choose one of the three programming options listed above before entering the program mode. To enter the program mode, do the following: 1.
Page 105: Rear Door Security Locks
Mode 4: No automatic door unlock. The following instructions tell you how to change the automatic door unlock mode. Choose one of the four programming options listed above before entering the program mode. To enter the program mode, do the following: 1.
Page 106: Lockout Protection
To use one of the locks do the following: 1. Open one of the rear doors. 2. To engage the rear door security locks, move the lever forward. 3. To disengage the lock, move the lever rearward. 4. Close the door. 5.
Page 107: Liftgate Glass And Liftgate
Liftgate Glass and Liftgate To open a mechanical lock system from the outside, insert the key into the lock and turn it counterclockwise to unlock the glass and liftgate. The liftgate glass can be opened using the button on the liftgate after the doors have been unlocked. This can be done by using either the power door locks or the remote keyless entry system.
Page 108: Manual Windows
Windows CAUTION: 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 109: Sun Visors
Power Windows If you have power windows, the controls are located on each of the side doors. The driver’s door has a switch for the passenger’s windows as well. Your power windows will work when the ignition has been turned to ACCESSORY or RUN or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.
Page 110: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror If equipped, pull the sun visor down and lift the mirror cover to turn on the lamps. There is a slide switch to adjust the brightness of the lamps. 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.
Page 111: Testing The Alarm
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 112 ® 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.
Page 113: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the key to four different positions. A (LOCK): This position locks your ignition and transmission. It’s a theft-deterrent feature. You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK.
Page 114: Starting Your Engine
Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position – that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notice: Do not try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving.
Page 115: Adjustable Throttle And Brake Pedal
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, you can change the position of the throttle and brake pedals. This feature is designed for shorter drivers, since the pedals can not move farther away from the standard position, but can move toward the driver for better pedal reach.
Page 116: To Use The Engine Coolant Heater
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment, near the power steering ﬂuid reservoir. If you have a diesel engine, refer to diesel supplement for location.
Page 117 CAUTION: It is 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. Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 118 NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) when your two-wheel drive vehicle is being towed. CAUTION: Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed is dangerous.
Page 119 FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is put in FIRST (1) while the vehicle is moving forward, the transmission won’t shift into ﬁrst gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.
Page 120: Automatic Transfer Case
When tow/haul mode is selected the tow/haul indicator light will illuminate. The tow/haul mode also interacts with the Autoride™ feature, if your vehicle is so equipped, to enhance the ride when trailering or with a loaded vehicle. See Autoride™ on page 4-60 . 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 121 The transfer case buttons are located to the left of the instrument panel 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 122 (4LO): This setting also engages your front axle and delivers extra torque. You may never need this setting. It sends maximum power to all four wheels. You might choose 4LO if you are driving off-road in deep sand, deep mud, deep snow and climbing or descending steep hills.
Page 123 Shifting into 4LO To shift to the 4 lo position, the ignition must be in RUN and the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N). The preferred method for shifting into 4LO is to have your vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph (1.6 to 3.2 km/h).
Page 124 Shifting into NEUTRAL To shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL do the following: 1. Make sure the vehicle is parked so that it will not roll. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Start the vehicle or turn the ignition to RUN. 4.
Page 125: All-Wheel Drive With Stabilitrak
All-Wheel Drive with Stabilitrak With this feature, engine power is sent to all four wheels all the time. This is like four-wheel drive, but there is no separate lever or switch to engage or disengage the front axle. It is fully automatic, and adjust itself as needed for road conditions.
Page 126 NEUTRAL: Shift the vehicle’s transfer case to NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle. See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4-55 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4-54 for more information. Indicator lights in the switches show which setting you are in. The indicator lights will come on brieﬂy when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on.
Page 127 Shifting into NEUTRAL To shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL do the following: 1. Make sure the vehicle is parked so that it will not roll 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Start the vehicle or turn the ignition to RUN. 4.
Page 128: Parking Brake
Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. A chime will activate and the warning light will ﬂash when the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is moving at least 3 mph (5 km/h) for at least three seconds.
Page 129: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into Park (P) 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like this: CAUTION: 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.
Page 130: Leaving Your Vehicle With The Engine Running
• 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 leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
Page 131: Shifting Out Of Park (P)
If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and the parking brake is ﬁrmly set before you leave it. After you move the shift lever into PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down.
Page 132: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. 2-38 Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can not see or smell.
Page 133: Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle.
Page 134: Mirrors
Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle will not move. See Shifting Into Park (P) on page 2-35 . If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-61 . Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror Pull the tab under the mirror toward you to reduce glare from headlamps behind you after dark.
Page 135: Temperature And Compass Display
Temperature and Compass Display Press the on/off button, located to the far left, brieﬂy to turn the comp/temp display on or off. If the display reads CAL, you will need to calibrate the compass. For more information on calibration, see below.
Page 136: Compass Calibration
To adjust for compass variance do the following: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map. 2. Press and hold the on/off button until a Z and a zone number appears in the display. The compass is now in zone mode.
Page 137: Passenger Air Bag Indicator
Passenger Air Bag Indicator Your vehicle may be equipped with a passenger air bag indicator, on the mirror glass, just above the buttons. If your vehicle has this feature, the mirror will display the word ON, or an air bag symbol in Canada, when the passenger air bag is enabled.
Page 138: Compass Operation
Compass Operation Press the COMP button once brieﬂy to turn the compass on or off. When the ignition and the compass feature are on, the compass will show two character boxes for approximately two seconds. After two seconds, the mirror will display the compass heading. When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner.
Page 139: Outside Manual Mirrors
To adjust for compass variance: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map. 2. Press and hold the COMP button for ﬁve seconds until a zone number appears in the display. 3. Press the COMP button on the bottom of the mirror until the new zone number appears in the display.
Page 140: Outside Camper-Type Mirrors
Outside Camper-Type Mirrors If your vehicle is equipped with camper-type mirrors, they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of the objects behind you. Pull out the mirror head to extend it for better visibility when towing a trailer. 2-46 Outside Power Mirrors If your vehicle is equipped...
Page 141: 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 142: Outside Convex Mirror
To change the preselected tilt position, adjust the mirrors to the desired position while the vehicle is in REVERSE (R). When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (R), this new position is saved in memory as the tilt position. You may be able to enabled/disable this feature through the Driver Information Center.
Page 143 ® A complete OnStar user’s guide and the terms and ® conditions of the OnStar Subscription Service Agreement are included in your OnStar vehicle’s glove box literature. For more information, visit ® www.onstar.com, contact OnStar (1 888 466 7827), or press the blue OnStar ®...
Page 144: Homelink Transmitter
® OnStar Virtual Advisor ® With OnStar Virtual Advisor you can listen to your favorite news, entertainment and information topics, such as traffic and weather reports, stock quotes and sports scores. You listen to your e-mail through your vehicle’s speakers, and reply with your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road.
Page 145: Programming The Homelink Transmitter
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes and modiﬁcations to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
Page 146 2. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the ® HomeLink buttons while keeping the indicator light in view. 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the desired ® button on HomeLink and the hand-held transmitter button.
Page 147: Gate Operator And Canadian Programming
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time out” or quit after several seconds of transmission. This may not be long enough for ® HomeLink to pick up the signal during programming. Similarly, some U.S. gate operators are manufactured to “time out”...
Page 148: Storage Areas
Resetting Defaults ® To reset HomeLink to default settings do the following: 1. Hold down the two outside buttons for about 20 seconds until the indicator light begins to ﬂash. 2. Continue to hold both buttons until the HomeLink indicator light turns off. 3.
Page 149: Luggage Carrier
Luggage Carrier If you have the luggage carrier, you can load things on top of your vehicle. The luggage carrier has slats and siderails attached to the roof and crossrails which can be moved back and forth to help secure cargo. Tie the load to the siderails or siderail supports.
Page 150: Rear Storage Area
Your vehicle has a Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) located above the glass or above the rear load doors. If items are loaded on the roof of the vehicle, care should be taken not to block or damage the CHMSL unit. If your vehicle has the Z71 option your vehicle’s luggage carrier has a roller crossrail at the rear of the vehicle.
Page 151: Cargo Cover
Cargo Cover Cargo Tie Downs Your vehicle may be equipped with cargo tie downs in the rear cargo area that allow you to strap cargo in and keep it from moving inside the vehicle. When not using the tie downs, ﬂip them down out of the way.
Page 152: Vehicle Personalization
If a hand, arm, or other object is blocking the sunroof glass panel as it is closing, the glass panel will stop at the obstruction. After the obstruction is removed, the glass panel can be closed or opened. Use care not to leave the sunroof open for long periods of time as debris may collect in the tracts.
Page 153 To store your memory seat, throttle and brake pedals, mirrors and radio presets, do the following: 1. Adjust the driver’s seat (including the seatback recliner, lumbar, and side wing area), throttle and brake pedals, both of the outside mirrors, and the radio station presets to your preference.
Page 154: Easy Exit Seat
Easy Exit Seat The controls for this memory function are located on the driver’s door. This button is used to program and recall the desired driver’s seat position when exiting/entering the vehicle. The seat position, can be personalized for both driver 1 and driver 2. To store the seat exit position for driver 1 or 2, do the following: 1.
Page 155 Section 3 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Other Warning Devices ...3-7 Horn ...3-7 Tilt Wheel ...3-7 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-8 Exterior Lamps ...3-14 Interior Lamps ...3-18 Accessory Power Outlets ...3-20 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ...3-21 Climate Controls ...3-21 Climate Control System ...3-21 Dual Climate Control System ...3-22 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ...3-26...
Page 156 Section 3 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...3-123 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ...3-123 DVD Distortion ...3-124 Understanding Radio Reception ...3-124 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ...3-125 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ...3-126 Instrument Panel Care of Your CD and DVD Player ...3-126 Cleaning the Video Screen ...3-126 Fixed Mast Antenna ...3-126 XM™...
Page 157 NOTES...
Page 158: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 159 A. Dome Lamp Override Button. See “Dome Lamps” under Interior Lamps on page 3-18 . B. Exterior Lamp Controls. See Exterior Lamps on page 3-14 . C. Air Outlets. See “Climate Controls” in Section 3. D. Automatic Transfer Case/Stabilitrak (AWD Vehicles)/Traction Assist System (TAS). See Four-Wheel Drive on page 2-26 .
Page 160: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash on and off. The hazard warning ﬂasher is located at the top of the steering column.
Page 161: Other Warning Devices
Other Warning Devices If you carry reﬂective triangles, you can use them to warn others. Set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Horn To sound the horn, press the center pad on the steering wheel.
Page 162: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction 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 on page 3-14 earlier in this section.
Page 163 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 If your turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a mile (1.2 km), a chime will sound at each ﬂash of the...
Page 164: Windshield Washer
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 165: Cruise Control
Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of 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 166 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control.
Page 167 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 168: Exterior Lamps
Ending Cruise Control There are four ways cruise control can be turned off: • Step lightly on the brake pedal. • Move the cruise control switch to off. • Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL (N), or • If your vehicle has the Stabilitrak control will automatically deactivate if road ®...
Page 169: Automatic Headlamp System
AUTO (Automatic): Turning the control to this position puts the system into automatic headlamp mode. An indicator light will illuminate when this position is selected. (Parking Lamps): Turning the control to this position turns on the parking lamps, together with the following: •...
Page 170: Lamps On Reminder
If you start your vehicle in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp system will come on immediately. Once you leave the garage, it will take approximately one minute for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is bright enough outside. During that delay, your instrument panel cluster may not be as bright as usual.
Page 171 When it begins to get dark, the automatic headlamp system will switch from DRL to the headlamps or the last chosen headlamp setting that was used. When you turn the headlamp switch off, the headlamps will go off, and your DRL lamps will illuminate, provided it is not dark outside.
Page 172: Interior Lamps
This switch is located on the center of the instrument panel near the comfort controls. When the switch wiring is connected to an auxiliary roof mounted lamp, pressing the switch will activate the lamp and illuminate an indicator light near the switch. Pressing the switch again will turn off the roof mounted lamp.
Page 173: Front Reading Lamps
Front Reading Lamps The reading lamps are located on the overhead console. To turn on the reading lamps, press the button located next to each lamp. To turn them off, press the button again. The lamps can be adjusted to point in the direction you want.
Page 174: Dome Lamps
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. In this position, the dome lamps will remain on whether a door is opened or closed.
Page 175: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter The front ashtray is located near the center of the instrument panel or on the front console, if equipped. Pull on the ashtray door to open it. Notice: If you put papers or other ﬂammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage your vehicle.
Page 176: Dual Climate Control System
Temperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the temperature of the air ﬂowing into the passenger area. Turn the knob clockwise toward the red area for warmer air. Turn the knob counterclockwise toward the blue area for cooler air. Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery.
Page 177 Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to direct the airﬂow inside of your vehicle. To change the current mode, select one of the following: (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel vents. (Bi-Level): This mode directs half of the air to the instrument panel vents;...
Page 178: Defogging And Defrosting
Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of the windows is a result of high humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. There are two modes to choose from to clear fog or frost from your windshield.
Page 179 Outlet Adjustment Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of your instrument 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.
Page 180: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Dual Automatic Climate Control System With this system, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. Your vehicle also has a ﬂow-through ventilation system described later in this section. You can select different climate control settings for the driver and passengers.
Page 181: Automatic Operation
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 182 (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 also be adjusted using either temperature knob.
Page 183: Air Conditioning
When the weather is cool or damp, operating the system in recirculation for extended periods of time may cause fogging of the vehicle’s windows. To clear the fog, select either defog or front defrost. You may also notice that the A/C compressor will run while in recirculation mode.
Page 184 When air conditioning is selected or in AUTO mode, the system will run the air conditioning automatically to cool and dehumidify the air entering the vehicle. If you select A/C off while in front defrost, defog or recirculation, the A/C snowﬂake symbol will turn off, but the A/C compressor will still run to help prevent fogging.
Page 185: Outlet Adjustment
Rear Window Defogger If your vehicle has this feature, 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.
Page 186: Rear Air Conditioning 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 187: Rear Air Conditioning And Heating System
To operate the rear system using the front control, just turn the knob to the fan position you want. Rear Control To use the rear control, ﬁrst turn the front control to the AUX position. Then, the rear control can be used to increase and decrease the airﬂow.
Page 188: Fan Knob
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): An off setting, located on the front climate control panel also allows the driver to turn off the rear seat passenger seat controls from the front seat.
Page 189: Rear Air Conditioning And Heating System And Electronic Climate Controls
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): Turn the knob to this position to turn the rear seat comfort controls on or off.
Page 190 Front Controls The overhead control has three knobs that control airﬂow speed, temperature and airﬂow location. To adjust the airﬂow speed turn the knob located on the left side of the control panel. To adjust the air temperature turn the temperature knob on the center of the control panel to increase or decrease the temperature.
Page 191: 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 192: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster United States Heavy Duty Transmission version shown. Canada and Light Duty Transmission Clusters similar. 3-38...
Page 193: Engine Hour Meter Display
Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you have and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 194: Air Bag Readiness Light
The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds, then it will ﬂash for several more. If the driver’s belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on. Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the air bag symbol.
Page 195 Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator – United States Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator – Canada When the ignition key is turned to RUN or START, the passenger air bag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds as a system check.
Page 196: Battery Warning Light
If, after several seconds, all status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service. CAUTION: If the off indicator and the air bag readiness light ever come on together, it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system.
Page 197: Voltmeter Gage
Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not running, but the ignition is in RUN, this gage shows your battery’s state of charge in DC volts. When the engine is running, the gage shows the condition of the charging system. Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range.
Page 198: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
United States This light should come on brieﬂy when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If it doesn’t come on then, have it ﬁxed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully.
Page 199: Traction Off Light
If the light stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, your vehicle needs service. You will also hear a chime sound when the light is on steady. If the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but you don’t have anti-lock brakes.
Page 200: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
• If the Traction Assist System is affected by an anti-lock brake system, TAS or engine-related problem, the system will turn off and the light will come on. Have your vehicle serviced. • If the vehicle is driven over an extremely rough road, the system will turn off and the light will come on.
Page 201 When your ignition is on, the gage shows the temperature of the transmission ﬂuid. The normal operating range is from 100°F (38°C) to about 265°F (130°C). At approximately 265°F (130°C), the message center will display a TRANSMISSION HOT message and the transmission will enter a transmission protection mode.
Page 202: 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 203: If The Light Is Flashing
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 204 Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-4 . 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 205: 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 206: Cruise Control Light
Cruise Control Light The cruise light comes on whenever you set your cruise control. See “Cruise Control” under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-8 . Tow/Haul Mode Light This light is displayed when the tow/haul mode has been activated. For more information, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-61 .
Page 207: Low Fuel Warning Light
Here are some situations you may experience with your fuel gage. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gage. • At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full. • It takes a little more or less fuel to ﬁll up than the fuel gage indicated.
Page 208: Trip Information Button
C (Personalization): This button will change personal options available on your vehicle. D (Select): This button resets certain functions and turns off or acknowledges messages on the DIC. If your vehicle is not equipped with the DIC steering wheel buttons you will not have all of the features listed above, and you will turn off, or acknowledge DIC messages by using the trip odometer reset stem located on the instrument panel cluster.
Page 209 • PERSONAL: XX.X MPG — This shows the amount of fuel used for the personal trip. • PERSONAL: AVG MPH — This shows the vehicle’s average speed for the personal trip. • PERSONAL: % ANNUAL — This shows the ratio of personal trip miles to annual miles as a percent.
Page 210: Fuel Information Button
Hourmeter Press the trip button to scroll to the hourmeter. The hourmeter shows the total number of hours the engine has run. Pressing the reset stem on the instrument cluster will also display the hourmeter after the season odometer is displayed. Annual Log Press the trip button, or the reset stem on the instrument panel cluster, to scroll to the annual log.
Page 211: Maintenance Schedule
Average Fuel Economy Press the fuel information button until AVG appears in the display. Average fuel economy is how many miles per gallon your vehicle is getting based on current and past driving conditions. Press and hold the select button while AVG.ECON is displayed to reset the average fuel economy.
Page 212 If your vehicle is not equipped with the DIC steering wheel buttons you will not have any of these personalization options except for DISPLAY LANGUAGE. See DISPLAY LANGUAGE later in this section for more information. • AUTOMATIC LOCKING • AUTOMATIC UNLOCKING •...
Page 213 Automatic Locking Press the personalization button until AUTOMATIC LOCKING appears in the display. To select your personalization for automatic locking, press the select button while AUTOMATIC LOCKING is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices: LOCK DOORS MANUALLY: The doors will not be locked automatically.
Page 214: Perimeter Lighting
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 215 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 216 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 off the vehicle, press the select button while HEADLAMPS ON AT EXIT is displayed on the DIC.
Page 217 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 DIC. 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 218: Select Button
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 219: Buckle Seatbelt
BUCKLE SEATBELT If your vehicle is equipped with the passenger sensing system, this message reminds you to buckle the driver’s and/or passenger’s seatbelt. See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-81 . The message will come on and a chime will sound when the ignition is in RUN or ON and the following conditions occur: •...
Page 220: Check Washer Fluid
CHECK WASHER FLUID If the washer ﬂuid level is low, this message will appear on the DIC. Press the select button to acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display. The message will clear itself after 10 seconds, or until the next ignition cycle.
Page 221: Rear Access Open
OIL LIFE RESET This message will appear on the DIC display for about 10 seconds after the change engine oil message is reset. OIL PRESSURE LOW If low oil pressure levels occur, this message will be displayed on the DIC and a chime will sound. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and do not operate it until the cause of the low oil pressure has been corrected.
Page 222: Keyfob X Battery Low
KEYFOB X BATTERY LOW If a remote keyless entry transmitter battery is low, this message will appear on the DIC. The battery needs to be replaced in the transmitter. Press the select button to acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display.
Page 223: Service Tire Monitor
RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR If the passenger’s side rear door is not fully closed, this message will appear on the display and you will hear a chime. Stop and turn off the vehicle, check the door for obstacles, and close the door again. Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC.
Page 224: Stability Sys Disabled
STABILITY SYS DISABLED The STABILITY SYS DISABLED message will turn on ® when you press the Stabilitrak button, or when the stability control has been automatically disabled. To limit wheel spin and realize the full beneﬁts of the stability enhancement system, you should normally leave ®...
Page 225: Traction Sys Limited
Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the transmission ﬂuid is overheating and the transmission temperature warning is displayed on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, you can damage the transmission. This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered by your warranty.
Page 226: Setting The Time For Radios Without Radio Data Systems (Rds)
Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and to give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it ﬁrst. Figure out which radio you have in your vehicle, ﬁnd out what your audio system can do and how to operate all of its controls to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it.
Page 227: Am-Fm Radio
AM-FM Radio Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn the knob to increase or to decrease volume. RCL (Recall): Press this knob to switch the display between time and radio station frequency. Time display is available with the ignition turned off.
Page 228: Setting Preset Stations
Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM FM to select AM, FM1 or FM2. 3.
Page 229: Radio With Cd
To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position, end out of audio by waiting for the display to change to the time display. Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep.
Page 230: Usa Only
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. With RDS, your radio can do the following: • Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming, •...
Page 231: Finding A Station
DISP (Display): Push this knob to switch the display between radio station frequency and time. Time display is available with the ignition turned off. For RDS, push this knob to change what appears on the display while using RDS. The display options are station name, RDS station frequency, PTY and the name of the program (if available).
Page 232 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 XM1 and six XM2 (USA only, if equipped), by performing the following steps: 1.
Page 233 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 234: Rds Messages
SCAN: You can also scan through the channels within a category by performing the following: 1. Turn the P-TYPE LIST knob. TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display. 2. Select a category by turning the P-TYPE LIST knob. 3.
Page 235: Radio Messages
INFO (Information): If the current station has a message, the information symbol 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 236 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 Channel not in service CH Unavail Channel no longer...
Page 237 Radio Display Message No Info Category Name not available No Info No Text/Informational message available Not Found No channel available for the chosen category XM Locked Theft lock active Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) Unknown Radio ID not known (should only be if hardware failure) Chk XMRcvr...
Page 238: Playing A Compact Disc
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 239 SEEK : Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current or to the previous track. Press the right arrow to go to the start of the next track. If either arrow is held or pressed more than once, the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD.
Page 240: Radio With Cassette And Cd
Radio with Cassette and CD Base Radio Shown, Bose If your vehicle is equipped with the Bose system, your vehicle will have six Bose 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 241 Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to decrease volume. AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, your audio system will adjust automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive by increasing the volume as vehicle speed increases.
Page 242 The radio will scan only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal. To scan preset stations, press and hold one of the arrows for more than four seconds. The radio will produce two beeps.
Page 243 AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press this button to choose bass and treble equalization settings designed for country/western, jazz, talk, pop, rock and classical stations. Selecting CUSTOM or changing bass or treble, returns the EQ to the manual bass and treble settings. The radio will save separate AUTO EQ settings for each preset and source.
Page 244 SCAN: You can also scan through the channels within a category by performing the following: 1. Turn the P-TYPE LIST knob. TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display. 2. Select a category by turning the P-TYPE LIST knob. 3.
Page 245 If the whole message is not displayed, parts of it will appear every three seconds. To scroll through the message at your own speed, press the INFO button repeatedly. A new group of words will appear on the display with each press. Once the complete message has been displayed, the information symbol will disappear from the display until another new message is received.
Page 246 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 Channel not in service CH Unavail Channel no longer...
Page 247 Radio Display Message No Info Category Name not available No Info No Text/Informational message available Not Found No channel available for the chosen category XM Locked Theft lock active Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) Unknown Radio ID not known (should only be if hardware failure) Chk XMRcvr...
Page 248: Playing A Cassette Tape
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 249: Cassette Tape Messages
5 SIDE: Press this pushbutton to play the other side of the tape. SEEK : The right arrow is the same as the NEXT pushbutton, and the left arrow is the same as the PREV pushbutton. If the arrow is held or pressed more than once, the player will continue moving forward or backward through the tape.
Page 250: Cd Adapter Kits
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 of Your Cassette Tape Player on page 3-125 .
Page 251 2 NEXT: Press this pushbutton to go to the next track. TRACK and the track number will appear on the display. If you hold this pushbutton or press it more than once, the player will continue moving forward through the disc. 3 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track.
Page 252 (Eject): Press this button to stop a CD when it is playing or to eject a CD when it is not playing. Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off. CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed ﬁrst.
Page 253: Radio With Six-Disc Cd
Radio with Six-Disc CD Base Radio Shown, Bose If your vehicle is equipped with the Bose system, your vehicle will have six Bose 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 254 Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Push this knob to turn the system on and off. VOLUME: Turn the knob to increase or to decrease volume. AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, your audio system will adjust automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive by increasing the volume as vehicle speed increases.
Page 255 To scan preset stations, press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than four seconds. PRESET SCAN will appear on the display. You will hear a double beep. The radio will go to a preset station stored on your pushbuttons, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next preset station.
Page 256 AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press this button to choose bass and treble equalization settings designed for country/western, jazz, talk, pop, rock and classical stations. Selecting CUSTOM or changing bass or treble, returns the EQ to the manual bass and treble settings. The radio will save separate AUTO EQ settings for each preset and source.
Page 257 If both P-TYPE and TRAF are on, the radio will search for stations with the selected PTY and traffic announcements. To use the PTY interrupt feature, press and hold the P-TYPE button until you hear a beep on the PTY you want to interrupt with.
Page 258 RDS Messages ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station, ALERT! will appear on the display. You will hear the announcement, even if the volume is muted or a compact disc is playing. If the compact disc player is playing, play will stop during the announcement.
Page 259 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 Channel not in service CH Unavail Channel no longer...
Page 260 Radio Display Message No Info Category Name not available No Info No Text/Informational message available Not Found No channel available for the chosen category XM Locked Theft lock active Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) Unknown Radio ID not known (should only be if hardware failure) Chk XMRcvr...
Page 261 Playing a Compact Disc If playing a CD-R the sound quality may be reduced due to CD-R quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorded and the way the CD-R has been handled. You may experience an increase in skipping, difficulty in ﬁnding tracks and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting.
Page 262 When a disc is inserted, the CD symbol will be displayed. If more than one disc has been loaded, a number for each disc will be displayed. If you select an equalization setting for your disc, it will be activated each time you play a disc.
Page 263 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. •...
Page 264: Using Song List Mode
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 265 To delete the entire song list, perform the following steps: 1. Turn the disc player on. 2. Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on. S-LIST will appear on the display. 3. Press and hold the SONG LIST button for more than four seconds.
Page 266: Rear Seat Entertainment System
Rear Seat Entertainment System Your vehicle may have the optional Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system. The RSE system includes a DVD player, a video display screen, two sets of wireless headphones, and a remote control. Before You Drive The RSE system is for rear seat passengers.
Page 267: Ejecting A Disc
(Stop): Press this button to stop the play of the DVD player. Press this button twice to return to the beginning of the DVD. (Play/Pause): Press this button to turn the DVD player on, to start play of a DVD or CD and to toggle between play and pause of a DVD or CD.
Page 268: Video Screen
DVD Messages The following errors may be displayed on the video screen: • Disc Format Error: This message will be displayed if a disc is inserted upside down, if the disc is not able to be read or if the disc format is not compatible with the DVD player.
Page 269: Remote Control
Remote Control To use the remote control, aim it at the infrared window below the video screen and press the desired button. Direct sunlight or very bright light may affect the ability of the entertainment system to receive signals from the remote control.
Page 270 (Menu Navigation): Use the arrow keys to navigate through a menu. The up arrow will skip to the next chapter or track, the down arrow will take you to the beginning of the current chapter or track. Press the down arrow twice to take you to the previous chapter or track.
Page 271 (Return): Press this button to exit the current active menu and return to the previous menu. This button will operate only when a DVD is being played and a menu is active. (Angle): Press this button to call-up a menu that will operate only when a DVD is being played.
Page 272: Stereo Rca Jacks
Headphones The RSE system includes two sets of wireless infrared headphones. Each set of headphones has an ON/OFF control. An indicator light will illuminate on the headphones when they are on. If the light does not illuminate, the batteries may need to be replaced. See “Battery Replacement” later in this section for more information.
Page 273: Audio Output
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: 1. Press the display menu button. 2.
Page 274 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 275: 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 the beginning. was stopped.
Page 276: Rear Seat Audio Controls
Rear Seat Audio Controls RSA with HVAC Shown, RSA without HVAC Similar The following functions are controlled by the RSA system buttons: (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 on unless your vehicle is ®...
Page 277: 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 278: Dvd Distortion
SOURCE : Press this button to select AM, FM1, FM2, or XM1 or XM2, (USA only, if equipped), or a cassette tape or CD. The cassette or CD must be loaded to play. Available loaded sources are shown on the display as a tape or a CD symbol.
Page 279: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player.
Page 280: Care Of Your Cds And Dvds
After you clean the player, press and hold the eject button for ﬁve seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator. The radio will display --- or CLEANED to show the indicator was reset. Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time.
Page 281: Xm™ Satellite Radio Antenna System (48 Contiguous Us States)
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System (48 Contiguous US States) Your XM™ Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of your vehicle. Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice build up for clear radio reception. The performance of your XM™ system may be affected if your sunroof is open.
Page 282 NOTES 3-128...
Page 283: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Defensive Driving ...4-2 Drunken Driving ...4-2 Control of a Vehicle ...4-6 Braking ...4-6 Traction Assist System (TAS) ...4-10 Locking Rear Axle ...4-12 ® Stabilitrak System ...4-12 Steering ...4-14 QUADRASTEER™ ...4-16 Off-Road Recovery ...4-19 Passing ...4-20 Loss of Control ...4-21...
Page 284: 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 285 Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases, these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving. In recent years, more than 16,000 annual motor vehicle-related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol, with more than 300,000 people injured.
Page 286 It is the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level.
Page 287 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I will be careful” is not the right answer. What if there is an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the...
Page 288: 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 are driving on snow or ice, it is easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide.
Page 289: Anti-Lock Brake System
If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life. If your engine ever stops while you are driving, brake normally but do not pump your brakes. If you do, the pedal may get harder to push down.
Page 290 Let us say the road is wet and you are 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 291: Braking In Emergencies
Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Page 292: Traction Assist System (Tas)
Traction Assist System (TAS) Your vehicle may have a Traction Assist System (TAS) that limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery road conditions. The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the rear wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction.
Page 293 • The vehicle is driven on an extremely rough road. When the vehicle leaves the rough surface, slows down or stops, the light will go off and TAS will be on again. This is normal. • A Traction Assist System, Anti-Lock Brake System or engine-related problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service.
Page 294: Locking Rear Axle
The next time you start your vehicle, the TAS will not automatically come on. You can restore the automatic feature by using the same procedure. Whether the TAS is set to come on automatically or not, you can always turn the system on or off by pressing the TAS on/off button.
Page 295: Traction Control Operation
® Stabilitrak and part of the traction control system can be turned off or back on by pressing the ® Stabilitrak button. All-wheel drive vehicles must be in all-wheel drive mode to turn the system on or off. When the system is turned off, the traction off light will illuminate, and the STABILITY SYS DISABLED message will appear on the DIC to warn the driver that both the stability system and part of the traction...
Page 296: Steering
If the brake-traction control system activates constantly or if the brakes have heated up due to high speed braking, the brake-traction control will be automatically disabled. The system will come back on after the brakes have cooled. This can take up to two minutes or longer depending on brake usage.
Page 297: Steering In Emergencies
The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is banked, and your speed. While you are in a curve, speed is the one factor you can control.
Page 298: Quadrasteer
An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object.
Page 299 The switch is located on the instrument panel. 2: In this mode the vehicle will operate like any other vehicle with two wheel steering. If you want to use 2 wheel steer mode and your vehicle is not in this mode, press the button until the 2 indicator, located to the right of the 4 Wheel Steer button, lights up.
Page 300 Higher Speeds (40 m.p.h./64 km/h, and above) At higher speeds the front and rear wheels will turn in the same direction. This improves stability of the vehicle during lane changes and sweeping turns. 4-18 (4 Wheel Steer tow mode): When towing a trailer the 4 wheel steer tow mode provides enhanced stability allowing the trailer to follow the path of the tow vehicle more closely, especially during lane...
Page 301: Off-Road Recovery
Car Washes for QUADRASTEER™ Equipped Vehicles Notice: Because your vehicle has a wider rear track a small number of older car washes may be too narrow for your vehicle. Conveyor systems on some automatic car washes may damage your vehicle. Only use conveyor system car washes with 13-inch (33 cm) wide conveyor rails and/or stationary washes with at least 82 inches (208 cm) between the rails.
Page 302: Passing
Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds.
Page 303: Loss Of Control
• Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane.
Page 304: Off-Road Driving With Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle
Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material is on the road. For safety, you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited.
Page 305 The front bumper lower air dam is held in place by a series of push-pins located around the lower edge of the front bumper. The push-pins are accessible from underneath the front bumper. The following steps must be performed on each of the push-pins to remove the air dam: 1.
Page 306 3. Pull the push-pins and lower air dam assembly away from the retainers until the lower air dam is free. When you are back on roads, though, be sure to replace the air dam. Notice: Operating your vehicle for extended periods without the front bumper lower air dam installed can cause improper air ﬂow to the engine and may allow things like fog lamps or tow hooks...
Page 307: Before You Go Off-Roading
Before You Go Off-Roading There are some things to do before you go out. For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done. Check to make sure all underbody shields (if so equipped) are properly attached. Be sure you read all the information about your four-wheel-drive vehicle in this manual.
Page 308: Environmental Concerns
Environmental Concerns Off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation. However, it also raises environmental concerns. We recognize these concerns and urge every off-roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment: • Always use established trails, roads and areas that have been specially set aside for public off-road recreational driving;...
Page 309: Scanning The Terrain
Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off-road driving. One of the best ways to control your vehicle is to control your speed. Here are some things to keep in mind. At higher speeds: • you approach things faster and you have less time to scan the terrain for obstacles.
Page 310: Driving On Off-Road Hills
When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a ﬁrm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you are not prepared. When you drive over bumps, rocks, or other obstacles, your wheels can leave the ground.
Page 311: Driving Uphill
Approaching a Hill When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it is one of those hills that is just too steep to climb, descend or cross. Steepness can be hard to judge. On a very small hill, for example, there may be a smooth, constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top.
Page 312 • Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill. • Attach a ﬂag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills. • Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you are there.
Page 313 Here are some things you must not do if you stall, or are about to stall, when going up a hill. • Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into NEUTRAL (N) to “rev-up” the engine and regain forward momentum. This will not work. Your vehicle will roll backwards very quickly and you could go out of control.
Page 314: Driving Downhill
Driving Downhill When off-roading takes you downhill, you will want to consider a number of things: • How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain vehicle control? • What is the surface like? Smooth? Rough? Slippery? Hard-packed dirt? Gravel? •...
Page 315: Driving Across An Incline
Am I likely to stall when going downhill? It is much more likely to happen going uphill. But if it happens going downhill, here is what to do. • Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes. Apply the parking brake. •...
Page 316: Stalling On An Incline
For reasons like these, you need to decide carefully whether to try to drive across an incline. Just because the trail goes across the incline does not mean you have to drive it. The last vehicle to try it might have rolled over. CAUTION: Driving across an incline that is too steep will make your vehicle roll over.
Page 317: Driving In Mud, Sand, Snow Or Ice
CAUTION: Getting out on the downhill (low) side of a vehicle stopped across an incline is dangerous. If the vehicle rolls over, you could be crushed or killed. Always get out on the uphill (high) side of the vehicle and stay well clear of the rollover path.
Page 318: Driving In Water
Driving in Water Heavy rain can mean ﬂash ﬂooding, and ﬂood waters demand extreme caution. Find out how deep the water is before you drive through it. If it is deep enough to cover your wheel hubs, axles or exhaust pipe, do not try it — you probably will not get through.
Page 319: 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 320 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 321: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 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. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
Page 322: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
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. CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents.
Page 323: Driving Through Flowing Water
Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION: Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. If you try to drive through ﬂowing water, as you might at a low water crossing, your vehicle can be carried away. As little as six inches of ﬂowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle.
Page 324: 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. 4-42 Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: •...
Page 325: 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. 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 326: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are. Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you’re ready.
Page 327: Hill And Mountain Roads
What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be aware that it can happen. Then here are some tips: • Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. • Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the sides.
Page 328 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 on page 4-22 for information about driving off-road. •...
Page 329: Winter Driving
• As you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could be something in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. • You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area or winding roads.
Page 330: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reﬂective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction.
Page 331 If you have traction assist, keep the system on. It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road. But you can turn the traction system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow.
Page 332: If You're Caught In A Blizzard
If You’re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: •...
Page 333 CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You can not see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle.
Page 334: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution.
Page 335 Using the Recovery Hooks Your vehicle may be equipped with recovery hooks. The hooks are provided at the front of your vehicle. You may need to use them if you’re stuck off-road and need to be pulled to some place where you can continue driving.
Page 336: Towing
4-54 CAUTION: 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 or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back.
Page 337: Recreational Vehicle Towing
Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle – such as behind a motorhome. The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as “dinghy towing” (towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground) and “dolly towing”...
Page 338: Dolly Towing
Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle: 1. Firmly set the parking brake. 2. Shift the transmission to PARK (P). 3. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle. 4. Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL. See Four-Wheel Drive on page 2-26 for the proper procedure to select the NEUTRAL position for your vehicle.
Page 339 Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles If your vehicle is equipped with Stabilitrak designed to be dolly towed. If you need to tow your vehicle, see “Dinghy Towing” earlier in this section. Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle: 1. Firmly set the parking brake. 2.
Page 340: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle The Certiﬁcation/Tire 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 341: Level Control
The label will help you decide how much cargo and installed equipment your truck can carry. 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 –...
Page 342: Autoride
Autoride™ The Autoride™ feature will provide a superior vehicle ride and handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions. The system is fully automatic and uses a computer controller to continuously monitor vehicle speed, wheel to body position, lift/dive and steering position of the vehicle.
Page 343: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer CAUTION: If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well -- or even at all.
Page 344: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here are some important points: • There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving.
Page 345: Weight Of The Trailer
Your vehicle may be equipped with a button at the end of the shift lever which, when pressed, enables tow/haul. Your vehicle may be equipped with ® Autoride™ which further improves your vehicle’s ride while towing. See Autoride™ on page 4-60 for more information.
Page 346 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight C-1500 (2WD)* 3.42 4800 V8 3.73 3.42 5300 V8 3.73 5300 V8 3.73 (Suburban/Yukon XL) 4.10 Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the trailer weight up to 1,000 lbs (454 kg). Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight K—1500 (4 WD)*...
Page 347 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight 8100 V8 3.73 (Suburban/Yukon XL)† 4.10 *Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1,500 lbs. (681 kg) maximum. **GCWR limited to 14,000 lbs. (6 356 kg) on vehicles with Z83 suspension. †2500 Suburban/Yukon XL (2WD) equipped with Z83 base suspension limited to 7,900 lbs.
Page 348: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 349: Safety Chains
Hitches It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: • If you use a step-bumper hitch, your bumper could be damaged in sharp turns.
Page 350: Trailer Brakes
Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 2,000 lbs. (900 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes – and they must be adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you’ll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly.
Page 351: Backing Up
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself.
Page 352: Driving On Grades
Making Turns Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal.
Page 353: Parking On Hills
Parking on Hills CAUTION: You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how to do it: 1.
Page 354: Trailer Wiring Harness
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: • start your engine, • shift into a gear, and • release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3.
Page 355 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 Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness Package Your vehicle is equipped with the seven-wire trailer towing harness.
Page 356 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 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 357 Four-Wire Harness Adapter This adapter is included with your vehicle as part of the heavy-duty trailer wiring package. Use this adapter to connect a standard four-way round pin connector to the seven-wire harness on your vehicle. Connect the adapter with the tab pointing up (see arrow).
Page 358: Power Winches
Power Winches If you wish to use a power winch on your vehicle, only use it when your vehicle is stationary or anchored. Step-Bumper Pad Your vehicle has a rear step bumper with a rear step pad at the center of the bumper. 4-76 If you will be using the bumper to tow a trailer,...
Page 359: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service ...5-3 Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ...5-4 Fuel ...5-4 Gasoline Octane ...5-4 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ...5-4 California Fuel ...5-5 Additives ...5-5 Fuel E-85 (85% Ethanol) ...5-6 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...5-7 Filling Your Tank ...5-7 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-10 Checking Things Under...
Page 360 Section 5 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...5-66 Wheel Replacement ...5-66 Tire Chains ...5-68 If a Tire Goes Flat ...5-69 Changing a Flat Tire ...5-70 Spare Tire ...5-88 Appearance Care ...5-88 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ...5-89 Care of Safety Belts ...5-91 Weatherstrips ...5-91 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ...5-92 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-94...
Page 361: Service
Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service needs. You will get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you will want to keep your GM vehicle all GM.
Page 362: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
CAUTION: (Continued) • Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “English” and “metric” fasteners can be easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, parts can later break or fall off. You could be hurt. Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airﬂow around it.
Page 363: California Fuel
In Canada, look for the “Auto Makers’ Choice” label on the pump. Canada Only California Fuel If your vehicle is certiﬁed to meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California speciﬁcations.
Page 364: Fuel E-85 (85% Ethanol)
Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT. General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines. Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected.
Page 365: Fuels In Foreign Countries
E-85 has less energy per gallon than gasoline, so you’ll need to reﬁll your fuel tank more often when using E-85 than when you’re using gasoline. Regular unleaded gasoline is recommended when pulling a trailer. For payload capacity with ethanol fuel, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-58 .
Page 366 The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of the vehicle. 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).
Page 367 CAUTION: If you get fuel on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any “hiss”...
Page 368: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: •...
Page 369: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood do the following: 1. Pull the handle inside the vehicle located under and to the left of the steering wheel. 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 370: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the VORTEC™ 5300 V8 engine (VORTEC™ 4800 and 6000 V8 engines similar), you’ll see the following: 5-12...
Page 371 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-21 . B. Coolant Surge Tank. See Cooling System on page 5-32 . C. Air Filter Restriction Indicator (If Equipped). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-21 . D. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil on page 5-16 . E.
Page 372 When you open the hood on the VORTEC™ 8100 V8 engine you’ll see the following: 5-14...
Page 373 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-21 . B. Coolant Surge Tank. See Cooling System on page 5-32 . C. Air Filter Restriction Indicator (If Equipped). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-21 . D. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil on page 5-16 . E.
Page 374: Engine Oil
Engine Oil If the CHECK OIL LEVEL message appears on the instrument cluster, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see “CHECK OIL LEVEL” under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-64 . You should check your engine oil level regularly;...
Page 375: When To Add Engine Oil
All Other Engines 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 376: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
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 377: Engine Oil Additives
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 10W-30 oil which has the API Starburst symbol, if it’s going to be 0°F ( 18°C) or above.
Page 378: What To Do With Used Oil
How to Reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Message The GM Oil Life System 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 change your oil prior to a CHANGE ENGINE OIL message being turned on, reset the system.
Page 379: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for location of engine air cleaner/ﬁlter and change indicator (if equipped). When to Inspect If your vehicle is equipped with a ﬁlter change indicator it lets you know when the ﬁlter needs to be replaced. Vehicles with a restriction indicator, inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter at every oil change and replace the ﬁlter when the indicator tells you to.
Page 380 1. Loosen the screws on the cover of the housing and lift up the cover. 2. Remove the air cleaner/ﬁlter from the housing. Care should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible. 3. Clean the ﬁlter sealing surface and the housing. 4.
Page 381: 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: •...
Page 382 Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). If it’s colder than 50°F (10°C), drive the vehicle 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 383: How To Add Fluid
See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. 1. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back out again.
Page 384: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is ﬁlled with ® DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs ﬁrst, if you add only ®...
Page 385 CAUTION: 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 would not get the overheat warning.
Page 386: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. CAUTION: 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 387: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. The coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the coolant surge tank. Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur.
Page 388: If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5-30 CAUTION: 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 everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down.
Page 389: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine An overheat warning, along with a low coolant condition, can indicate a serious problem. See Low Coolant under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-64 . If you get an engine overheat warning with and do not have a low coolant condition, but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Page 390: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: 8100 V8 Engines 5-32 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 391 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. CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
Page 392: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank
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 ®...
Page 393 CAUTION: 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 would not get the overheat warning.
Page 394 4. Then ﬁll the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, to the FULL COLD mark. 5-36 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 395: Engine Fan Noise
Engine Fan Noise 6. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is Your vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When hand-tight and the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide fully seated. more air to cool the engine. In most everyday driving conditions, the fan is spinning slower and the clutch is not fully engaged.
Page 396: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid 8100 Engines 5-38 All Other Engines 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 loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Page 397: How To Check Power Steering Fluid
How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off, let the engine compartment cool down, wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the ﬂuid level on the dipstick.
Page 398: Brakes
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is ﬁlled with DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake ﬂuid level in the reservoir might go down. The ﬁrst is that the brake ﬂuid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
Page 399: Checking Brake Fluid
Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake ﬂuid without taking off the cap. Just look at the brake ﬂuid reservoir. The ﬂuid level should be above MIN. If it is not, have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak. After work is done on the brake hydraulic system, make sure the level is above the MIN but not over the MAX mark.
Page 400: Brake Wear
Always clean the brake ﬂuid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir. CAUTION: With the wrong kind of ﬂuid in your brake system, your brakes may not work well, or they may not even work at all.
Page 401: Battery
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque speciﬁcations. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets.
Page 402: Jump Starting
Vehicle Storage If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative ( ) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. CAUTION: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode.
Page 403 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems.
Page 404 The remote negative ( ) terminal is located on the engine drive bracket, or on the thermostat housing on the 8.1L engine. It is marked GND. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode.
Page 405 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next 7.
Page 406 9. Connect the other end of the negative ( ) cable to the remote negative ( ) terminal, marked GND, on the vehicle with the dead battery. 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 11.
Page 407: All-Wheel Drive
To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the vehicle that had the bad battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from vehicle with the good battery. 3.
Page 408: Rear Axle
If the level is below the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole. Use care not to overtighten the plug. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use.
Page 409: Four-Wheel Drive
What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-17 . Four-Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles. However, there are two additional systems that need lubrication.
Page 410: 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 411: Halogen Bulbs
Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. Headlamps 1. Your vehicle is equipped with two pins, remove the two pins on the top of the headlamp assembly.
Page 412: 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 413: Side Identiﬁcation Marker Lamps
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. 7. Put the bulb socket into the turn signal housing and turn it clockwise until it locks.
Page 414 2. Remove the six screws on the center roof marker lamps. 3. Turn the old bulb counterclockwise to remove it from the socket. 5-56 4. Put a new bulb into the socket and turn clockwise until it locks in place.
Page 415: Taillamps
Taillamps A. Turn Signal Lamp B. Back-up Lamp C. Stoplamp 5. Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws. 5-57...
Page 416 1. Use a tool to remove the two screws from the lamp assembly. 2. Remove the lamp assembly. 3. Press the release tab and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp housing. 5-58 4. Pull the old bulb straight out from the socket.
Page 417: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Low-Beam Headlamps High-Beam Headlamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Front Roof Marker Lamp Front Parking and Turn Lamp Rear Marker Lamp, Taillamp and Stop Lamp Rear Turn Lamp Back-up Lamp For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least...
Page 418: Tires
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 GMC Warranty booklet for details. 5-60 CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.
Page 419: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure The Certiﬁcation/Tire label or Tire and Loading Information label 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). See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-58 .
Page 420: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 7,500 miles (12 500 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-63 and Wheel Replacement on page 5-66 for more information.
Page 421: When It Is Time For New Tires
CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 422: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires To ﬁnd out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Certiﬁcation/Tire label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcations (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number.
Page 423: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
CAUTION: If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle, the wheel rim ﬂanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail suddenly, causing a crash. Use only radial-ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle. Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum...
Page 424: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a speciﬁed indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Page 425: Used Replacement Wheels
CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured.
Page 426: Tire Chains
Tire Chains CAUTION: If your vehicle has P265/75R16, LT265/75R16, P265/70R16 or P265/70R17 size tires, don’t use tire chains. They can damage your vehicle because there’s not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts.
Page 427: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the ﬂat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side.
Page 428: 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. CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
Page 429: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Tahoe/Yukon (Rear Access Panel) A. Tool Kit with Jack Tools and Gloves B. Retaining Bracket and Wing Nut C. Wing Nut Holding Tire Blocks D. Tire Blocks E. Bottle Jack Suburban/Yukon XL A. Bottle Jack F.
Page 430 For Tahoe/Yukon, the equipment is located behind the left trim panel in the rear of the vehicle. Unlatch the release lever to open the trim panel door. Skip the ﬁrst step and follow the last three. For Suburban/Yukon XL, the equipment you’ll need is under the storage tray in the left trim panel.
Page 431 1. If your vehicle is equipped with a hoist lock (J), open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper and use the ignition key to remove the lock. 2. Assemble the wheel wrench (H) and the two jack handle extensions (I) as shown. 3.
Page 432: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
5. The wheel wrench has a hook that allows you to pull the hoist cable towards you to assist in reaching the spare tire. 6. When the tire has been lowered, tilt the retainer (D) at the end of the cable so it can be pulled up through the wheel opening.
Page 433 1. Remove the center cap by placing the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently prying the cap out. 2. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts.
Page 434 Jacking Locations (Overall View) A. Front Position B. Rear Position 5-76 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
Page 435 Front Position Front Tire Flat: If the ﬂat tire is on a front tire of the vehicle, you’ll need to use the jack handle (C) and only one jack handle extension (D). Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extension. Attach the jack handle to the jack.
Page 436 4. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the ﬂat tire. 5. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. 5-78 CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time.
Page 437 6. After mounting the spare, put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each wheel nut by hand. Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the nuts until the wheel is held against the hub. 7.
Page 438 When you reinstall the regular wheel and tire, you must also reinstall the center cap. Place the cap on the wheel and tap it into place until it seats ﬂush with the wheel. The cap only goes on one way. Be sure to line up the tab on the center cap with the indentation on the wheel.
Page 439 A. Spare Tire (Valve G. Hoist Shaft Access Stem Pointed Hole Down) H. Wheel Wrench B. Hoist Assembly I. Jack Handle C. Hoist Cable Extensions D. Tire Retainer J. Hoist Lock (If E. Hoist Shaft Equipped) F. Hoist End of Extension Tool 1.
Page 440 4. Insert the hoist end (F) through the hole (G) in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft. 5. Raise the tire part way upward. Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening. 6. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice.
Page 441 To store the tools, follow these procedures: For Tahoe/Yukon, 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 442: Secondary Latch System
Suburban/Yukon XL A. Bottle Jack F. Retaining Hook B. Wheel Blocks G. Retaining Bracket C. Wing Nut Holding and Wing Nut Tire Blocks H. Tool Kit with Jack D. Mounting Bracket Tools and Gloves E. Removable Tray 5-84 Secondary Latch System Your vehicle has an underbody mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system.
Page 443 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 the cable 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 444 7. Place the bottom edge of the jack on the wheel blocks, separating them so that the jack is balanced securely. 5-86 8. Attach the jack handle, extension, and wheel wrench to the jack and place it (with the wheel blocks) under the vehicle towards the front of the rear bumper.
Page 445 11. Lower the jack by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until the spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by the cable. CAUTION: Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack. If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely, make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out...
Page 446: Spare Tire
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 - Tire Pressure on page 5-61 and “Loading Your Vehicle” for information regarding proper tire inﬂation and loading your vehicle.
Page 447: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Vehicle
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl, leather, plastic and painted surfaces with a clean, damp cloth. Cleaning Fabric/Carpet Your dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric and carpet.
Page 448: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. 2.
Page 449: Care Of Safety Belts
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reﬂections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions.
Page 450: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint ﬁnish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s ﬁnish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water.
Page 451: Cleaning Aluminum Or Chrome-Plated Wheels
Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. You can help to keep the paint ﬁnish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible. Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster.
Page 452: Cleaning Tires
Cleaning Tires To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint ﬁnish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle.
Page 453: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing the following products. Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior Wax-Treated polishing cloth. Tar and Road Oil Removes tar, road oil and Remover asphalt. Chrome Cleaner and Use on chrome or stainless Polish steel.
Page 454: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) 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 455: Windshield Wiper Fuses
Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and not snow, etc., be sure to get it ﬁxed.
Page 456: Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block access door is on the driver’s side edge of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block. To remove fuses, hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index ﬁnger and pull straight out. You may have spare fuses located behind the fuse block access door.
Page 457 Fuses Usage Four-Wheel Drive System, Auxiliary Battery HTR A/C Climate Control System Power Door Lock Relay LOCK (Lock Function) Inside Rearview Mirror, HVAC 1 Climate Control System Driver’s Door Harness L DOOR Connection CRUISE Cruise Control Power Door Lock Relay UNLOCK (Unlock Function) RR FOG LP...
Page 458: Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block The center instrument panel utility block is located underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the steering column. 5-100 Device Usage Special Equipment Option TRAILER Trailer Brake Wiring UPFIT Upﬁtter (Not Used) Ride Control Harness SL RIDE Connection HDLR 2...
Page 459 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 460 See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on its location. 5-102...
Page 461 *1 — Gasoline Engine and Fuel Injection Rail #2. *2 — Gasoline Engine and Fuel Injection Rail #1. *3 — Gasoline Engine; Oxygen Sensors. *4 — Gasoline Engine; Oxygen Sensors. *5 — PCM Ignition Fuses Usage GLOW PLUG Not Used CUST FEED Gasoline Accessory Power Auxiliary Power (Single...
Page 462 Fuses Usage Vent Solenoid Canister/Quadrasteer Module Power RR HVAC Rear Climate Control Auxiliary Power Outlet — AUX PWR Console 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 Signal/Hazard Switch, Starter Relay...
Page 463 Fuses Usage HDLP-LOW Headlamp Low Beam Relay A/C COMP Air Conditioning Compressor Air Conditioning Compressor A/C COMP Relay RR WPR Rear Wiper/Washer RADIO Audio System Mid Bussed Electrical Center, SEO B1 HomeLink, Rear Heated Seats LO HDLP-LT Headlamp Low Beam-Left Brake Transmission Shift BTSI Interlock System...
Page 464: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations Please refer to Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-17 for more information. All capacities are approximate. Engine VORTEC™ 4800 V8 VORTEC™ 5300 V8 VORTEC™ 5300 V8 VORTEC™ 6000 V8 VORTEC™ 8100 V8 Model C/K 1500 C/K 2500 Tire Pressure After reﬁll, the level must be rechecked.
Page 465 Application VORTEC™ 4800 V8 Automatic with front A/C VORTEC™ 4800 V8 Automatic with front and rear A/C VORTEC™ 5300 V8 Automatic with front A/C VORTEC™ 5300 V8* Automatic with front and rear A/C VORTEC™ 6000 V8 Automatic VORTEC™ 6000 V8** Automatic with engine oil cooler VORTEC™...
Page 466 Application 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 Tahoe/Yukon Suburban/Yukon XL (1500 Series) Suburban/Yukon XL (2500 Series) Tahoe/Yukon Suburban/Yukon XL †Oil ﬁlter should be changed at every oil change. 5-108 Capacities English...
Page 467: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
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 468 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts (cont’d) VIN Code Wiper Blades 15153642 (Front)** Wiper Blade Type ITTA (Front) Wiper Blade 22 inches Length (Front) (56.0 cm) Wiper Blades 22154396 (Rear)** Wiper Blade Type ITTA (Rear) Wipe Blade 18 inches Length (Rear) (45.0 cm) ®...
Page 469 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 How This Section is Organized ...6-3 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ...6-4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ...6-4 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-5 Part B: Owner Checks and Services ...6-11 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-11 At Least Once a Month ...6-11 At Least Twice a Year ...6-12...
Page 470: 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 471: 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 GM dealer’s service department do these jobs.
Page 472: 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 it 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 473: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 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 474 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 5-16 for information on resetting the system. An Emission Control Service.
Page 475 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) Check rear/front 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 476 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) Change automatic transmission ﬂuid and ﬁlter if the vehicle’s GVWR is over 8600 lbs or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: − In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
Page 477 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) Check rear/front 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 478 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) Check rear/front 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 479: Part B: Owner Checks And Services
Part B: Owner 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 480: At Least Twice A Year
At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check 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 481: Starter Switch Check
Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake.
Page 482: Ignition Transmission Lock Check
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). •...
Page 483: Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
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 do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Page 484: Engine Cooling System Inspection
Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, ﬁttings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended at least once a year.
Page 485: 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 486 Usage Fluid/Lubricant 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-III Automatic Transmission Drive with Fluid. ® Stabilitrak AUTO-TRAK II Fluid (GM Part No. Automatic U.S.
Page 487: 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 Odometer Date...
Page 488 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Record Reading 6-20...
Page 489: Customer Assistance Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information ...7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2 Online Owner Center ...7-3 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...7-4 Customer Assistance Offices ...7-4 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ...7-5 Roadside Assistance Program ...7-6 Courtesy Transportation ...7-7 Customer Assistance Information Reporting Safety Defects ...7-9 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States...
Page 490: Customer Assistance Information
Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to GMC. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
Page 491: Online Owner Center
The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to ﬁlling out a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within...
Page 492: United States
Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use the Text Telephones (TTYs), GMC has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with GMC by dialing: 1-800-GMC-8583 (462-8583).
Page 493: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities
Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 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 494: Roadside Assistance Program
Maps include points of interest and a list of GMC dealers along the route. Also included is a list of hotels along the route that are discounted through affiliation with “Quest International.”...
Page 495: Courtesy Transportation
Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. GMC reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at anytime without notiﬁcation.
Page 496: Transportation Options
Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait, GMC helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances, your dealer can offer you one of the following:...
Page 497: Reporting Safety Defects
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 498: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-GMC-8782 (1-800-462-8782), or write: Pontiac-GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33172...
Page 499: Service Bulletins
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 500 NOTES 7-12...
Page 501 Accessory Power Outlets ... 3-20 Adding Washer Fluid ... 5-39 Additional Program Information ... 7-9 Additives, Fuel ... 5-5 Add-On Electrical Equipment ... 5-96 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ... 2-21 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) ... 3-74, 3-79, 3-89, 3-102 After Off-Road Driving ...
Page 502 Audio System(s) (cont.) Radio with Six-Disc CD ... 3-99 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ... 3-121 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) ... 3-72 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) ... 3-72 Theft-Deterrent Feature ... 3-123 Understanding Radio Reception ...
Page 503 Bulb Replacement (cont.) Roof Marker Lamps ... 5-55 Side Identiﬁcation Marker Lamps ... 5-55 Taillamps ... 5-57 Buying New Tires ... 5-64 California Fuel ... 5-5 Canada ... 7-5 Canadian Owners ... ii Canadian Roadside Assistance ... 7-7 Capacities and Speciﬁcations ... 5-106 Car Washes for QUADRASTEER™...
Page 504 Child Restraints (cont.) Top Strap Anchor Location ... 1-55 Top Strap ... 1-54 Where to Put the Restraint ... 1-53 Chime Level Adjustment ... 3-127 Cigarette Lighter ... 3-21 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ... 5-93 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ... 5-92 Cleaning Fabric/Carpet ...
Page 505 Customer Assistance Information (cont.) Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ... 7-9 Roadside Assistance Program ... 7-6 Service Publications Ordering Information ... 7-10 Daytime Running Lamps ... 3-16 Defensive Driving ... 4-2 Defogging and Defrosting ... 3-24, 3-30 Delayed Locking ...
Page 506 Easy Exit Seat ... 2-60 Electrical System ... 5-96 Add-On Equipment ... 5-96 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ... 5-97 Power Windows and Other Power Options ... 5-97 Windshield Wiper Fuses ... 5-97 Electrochromic Mirror Operation ... 2-41, 2-43 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs ...
Page 507 Flat Tire ... 5-69 Fluid ... 5-23 Automatic Transmission ... 5-23 Power Steering ... 5-38 Windshield Washer ... 5-39 FM Stereo ... 3-124 Fog Lamps ... 3-17 Folding the Seatback ... 1-16 Folding the Seatbacks ... 1-9, 1-11, 1-20 Following Distance ... 4-69 Footnotes ...
Page 508 Hazard Warning Flashers ... 3-6 Head Restraints ... 1-8 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ... 3-9 Headlamps ... 5-53 Bulb Replacement ... 5-52 Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps ... 5-54 Halogen Bulbs ... 5-53 Roof Marker Lamps ... 5-55 Side Identiﬁcation Marker Lamps ...
Page 509 Instrument Panel ... 3-38 Cluster ... 3-38 Overview ... 3-4 Interior Lamps ... 3-18 Jump Starting ... 5-44 Key Lock Cylinders Service ... 6-12 KEYFOB X BATTERY LOW ... 3-68 Keyless Entry System ... 2-4 Keys ... 2-3 Lamps On Reminder ... 3-16 Lamps ...
Page 510 Locks (cont.) Programmable Automatic Door Locks ... 2-9 Rear Door Security Locks ... 2-11 Loss of Control ... 4-21 LOW COOLANT LEVEL ... 3-66 Low Fuel Warning Light ... 3-53 Luggage Carrier ... 2-55 Lumbar ... 1-5 Power Controls ... 1-5 Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts ...
Page 511 Mirrors (cont.) Outside Convex Mirror ... 2-48 Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors ... 2-47 Outside Heated Mirrors ... 2-48 Outside Manual Mirrors ... 2-45 Outside Power Camper-Type ... 2-47 Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors ... 2-47 Outside Power Mirrors ... 2-46 Model Reference ...
Page 512 Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check ... 6-14 Parking on Hills ... 4-71 Parking ... 2-34 Brake ... 2-34 Over Things That Burn ... 2-38 Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services ... 6-4 Part B - Owner Checks and Services ... 6-11 Part C - Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...
Page 513 Radios (cont.) Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) ... 3-72 Theft-Deterrent ... 3-123 Understanding Reception ... 3-124 RDS Messages ... 3-80, 3-90, 3-104 REAR ACCESS OPEN ... 3-67 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls ... 3-35 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System ...
Page 514 Restraint Systems ... 1-86 Checking ... 1-86 Replacing Parts ... 1-87 Resynchronization ... 2-7 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ... 2-19 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ... 1-36 RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR ... 3-69 Roadside ... 7-6 Assistance Program ... 7-6 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out ...
Page 515 SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM ... 3-68 Service Bulletins ... 7-11 Service Manuals ... 7-10 SERVICE RIDE CONTROL ... 3-68 SERVICE STABILITY ... 3-69 SERVICE TIRE MONITOR ... 3-69 Service ... 5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ... 5-4 Doing Your Own Work ...
Page 516 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ... 4-52 Sun Visors ... 2-15 Sunroof ... 2-57 Supplemental Brake Assist System ... 4-9 Tachometer ... 3-39 Taillamps ... 5-57 Temperature and Compass Display ... 2-41 Temperature Display ... 2-43 Testing the Alarm ... 2-17 Theft-Deterrent, Radio ...
Page 517 Transfer Case and Front Axle (Four-Wheel Drive) Inspection ... 6-16 Transfer Case ... 5-49, 5-51 TRANSMISSION HOT ... 3-70 Transmission Operation, Automatic ... 2-22 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual ... 7-10 Transmission ... 5-23 Fluid, Automatic ... 5-23 Temperature Gage ...
Page 518 Warnings (cont.) Washing Your Vehicle ... 5-92 Weatherstrip Lubrication ... 6-12 Weight of the Trailer Tongue ... 4-66 Weight of the Trailer ... 4-63 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use ... 5-18 What to Add ... 5-41 What to Do with Used Oil ... 5-20 What to Use ...

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GMC 2003 Yukon Owner's Manual

Section 2 Features and Controls

Features and Controls

Keys

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Mirrors

Onstar System

Homelink Transmitter

Storage Areas

Sunroof

Vehicle Personalization

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

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Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

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