Page 2 This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact HUMMER for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8...
Page 3: Canadian Owners
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 HUMMER whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road.
Page 4: How To Use This Manual
How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.
Page 5: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 6 These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle:...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone Here Are Questions Many People Ask About...
Page 8: Seats And Seat Controls
Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats them, and fold them up and down. It also tells you about reclining front seatbacks and head restraints. Power Seats Horizontal Control: You can adjust your vehicle’s front seats with the horizontal control located on the outboard how to adjust edge of each front seat.
Page 9 Power Lumbar Control Use the lumbar control, located on the outboard side of the seat, to increase or decrease lumbar support in an area of the lower seatback. To increase support, press and hold the front of the control. To decrease support, press and hold the rear of the control.
Page 10 To set your memory seat, mirrors and radio station presets, do the following: 1. Adjust the driver’s seat (including the recliner, lumbar and side wing area), both outside mirrors and the radio station presets to your preference. See “Mirrors” and “Radio” in the Index to learn how to adjust your mirrors and set the radio station presets.
Page 11 Easy Exit Seat This feature makes entering or leaving the driver’s seat easier. (Exit): This button is used to program and recall the desired driver’s seat exit/entry position. The seat position can be personalized for driver 1 and driver 2. To store the seat exit position for driver 1 or driver 2, do the following: 1.
Page 12: Reclining Front Seatbacks
To heat only the seatback, press the vertical button with the heated seatback symbol. An indicator light on the button will glow to designate that only the seatback is being heated. Additional presses will cycle through the heat levels for the seatback only. Press the horizontal button again to heat the entire seat.
Page 13: Head Restraints
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. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
Page 14: Rear Seats
To raise or lower a head restraint, pull up on the head restraint or push the head restraint down. The head restraints tilt forward also. To tilt a head restraint forward, grab the top of the restraint and pull it toward you until you hear a click.
Page 15 To fold the rear seat, do the following: 1. Insert the two safety belt buckles into the pockets on the driver’s side seatback and place the passenger’s side seat belt through the loop located near the armrest before folding the rear seat. That way, the buckles will be out of the way when the seat is folded and will be available for passengers to use when the seat is returned to the passenger...
Page 16 Third Row Single Seat (If Equipped) 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. 1-10 To fold the seatback, do the following: Pull up on the release lever,...
Page 17 Tilting the 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. 1.
Page 18 Returning the Seat to an Upright Position To return the seat to an upright position, do the following: 1. Pull the lever labeled 3 toward you. 2. While still holding the lever 3 toward you, grasp the top of the seat and pull it toward you slightly. 3.
Page 19 3. To unlatch the rear of 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 of the floor. 4. Squeeze the release handle while pulling the seat out. 5.
Page 20 Replacing the Third Row Single 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. CAUTION: A seat that isn’t locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop.
Page 21 Entering or Exiting the Third Row 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. To enter or exit the third row seat you must fold the second row seat down following the instructions given previously.
Page 22: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone
Heated Rear Seats (Second Row) (If Equipped) The controls are located on the back of the center console. The ignition must be in RUN for this feature to operate. To activate the heated seats, press the button to cycle through the high, medium and low settings. To turn off the heated seats, press the button a fourth time.
Page 23 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 24: 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. 1-18...
Page 25 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 ... 1-19...
Page 26 or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-20...
Page 27: Here Are Questions Many People Ask About
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 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 28: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called “Children.”...
Page 29 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 30 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. 1-24 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.
Page 31 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 32 What’s wrong with this? The belt is over an armrest. 1-26 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. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 33 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 34 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. 1-28 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 35: 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 36: Right Front Passenger Position
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Page 37 CAUTION: 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 before and during a crash.
Page 38 How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-32 The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side.
Page 39 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. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag...
Page 40 How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. Air bags supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually.
Page 41 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 they inflate, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system.
Page 42: Air Bag Off Switch
Air Bag Off Switch Your vehicle has a switch on the instrument panel that you can use to turn off the right front passenger’s air bag. United States 1-36 Canada This switch should only be turned to AIR BAG OFF if the person in the right front passenger’s position is a member of a passenger risk group identified by the national government as follows:...
Page 43 Infant. An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front seat because: my vehicle has no rear seat; my vehicle has a rear seat too small to accommodate a rear facing infant seat; or the infant has a medical condition which, according to the infant’s physician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child’s condition.
Page 44 Medical Condition. A passenger has a medical condition which, according to his or her physician: causes the passenger air bag to pose a special risk for the passenger; and makes the potential harm from the passenger air bag in a crash greater than the potential harm from turning off the air bag and allowing the passenger, even if belted, to hit the dashboard or windshield in a crash.
Page 45 Canada To turn off the right front passenger’s air bag, insert your ignition key into the switch, push in, and move the switch to the off position. The AIR BAG OFF light will come on to let you know that the right front passenger’s air bag is off. The right front passenger’s air bag will remain off until you turn it back on again, and the AIR BAG OFF light will stay on to remind you that the air bag is off.
Page 46 United States Canada To turn the right front passenger’s air bag on again, insert your ignition key into the switch, push in, and move the switch to the on position. 1-40...
Page 47 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle. You don’t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system.
Page 48: 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 49 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again.
Page 50 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 51: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 52 Third Row Seat 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. For the third row, remove the guide from its storage The guide must be on top of the belt. clip on the side of the seatback. 2.
Page 53 Second Row Seat Third Row Seat 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions” earlier in this section. 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 54: Center Passenger Position
Center Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. 1-48...
Page 55: Children
To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 56 CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. CAUTION: (Continued) 1-50 CAUTION: (Continued) For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h),...
Page 57 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. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them.
Page 58 CAUTION: Newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant’s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a crash, an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint, so the crash forces can be distributed across the...
Page 59: Restraint Systems For Children
Restraint Systems for Children 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 60 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 1-54 A booster seat (F improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. like shields.
Page 61 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 child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.
Page 62: 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. General Motors, therefore, recommends that child restraints be secured in a rear seat including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward...
Page 63: Top Strap
Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored.
Page 64 Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Raise the head restraint and route the top strap under it.
Page 65 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You’ll find anchors (A) in the outboard positions for the second row seats where the seatback meets the seat cushion. To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system will have a visible metal anchorage point in the seat, where the seatback meets the seat cushion.
Page 66 In order to use the system, you need either a forward facing child restraint that has attaching points (B) at its base and a top tether anchor (C), or a rear facing child restraint that has attaching points (B), as shown here. 1-60 With this system, use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle’s safety belts to secure a child restraint.
Page 67 CAUTION: If a LATCH type child restraint isn’t attached to its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect a child sitting there. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the...
Page 68: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Outside Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see “Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH)” in the Index. 1-62 You’ll be using the lap shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one.
Page 69 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-63...
Page 70 1-64 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 restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 71 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position You’ll be using the lap belt. 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. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one.
Page 72 1-66 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint.
Page 73: Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see “Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH)” in the Index. Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat.
Page 74 United States Canada 1-68...
Page 75 CAUTION: A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Be sure to turn off the air bag before using a rear restraint in the right front seat position.
Page 76 You’ll be using the lap shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 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 77 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. If you’re using a forward facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on...
Page 78: Older Children
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 next to a window so the child can wear a lap get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. 1-72 What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a...
Page 79 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 but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck?
Page 80 1-74 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a 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. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.
Page 81: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
Page 82: Replacing Restraint System Parts
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...
Page 83 Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem.
Page 84 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 85: Power Windows
Power Windows The controls for the power windows are located on the armrest on each of the side doors. The switches operate the windows when the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See “Retained Accessory Power” in the Index. The driver’s door has a switch for each of the passenger’s windows as well.
Page 86 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. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 87 Your vehicle has a double ignition and all door locks. If you ever lose a key, your dealer will be able to assist you with obtaining replacements. NOTICE: sided key for the Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft.
Page 88: Door Locks
Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
Page 89: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the driver’s and front passenger’s armrests. Press the lock symbol to lock all of the doors. If the delayed locking feature is on, the doors will not lock until they are all closed. Press the lock switch twice to lock all of the doors immediately and override the delayed locking feature.
Page 90: Programmable Automatic Door Locks
Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic lock/unlock feature which enables you to program your vehicle’s power door locks. You can program this feature through the Driver Information Center (DIC), or by the following method. Programmable Locking Feature The following is the list of available programming options: Mode 1: All doors lock when the transmission is shifted into gear.
Page 91 Programmable Unlocking Feature The following is the list of available programming options: Mode 1: Driver’s door unlocks when the transmission is shifted into PARK (P). Mode 2: All doors unlock when the transmission is shifted into PARK (P). Mode 3: All doors unlock when the key is removed from the ignition.
Page 92: Rear Door Security Locks
Delayed Locking When locking the doors with the power lock switch or the keyless entry transmitter and any of the doors or the liftgate is open, the delayed locking feature will delay locking the doors and tailgate until five seconds after the last door is closed.
Page 93: Keyless Entry System
2. Turn the lock counterclockwise with your ignition key to engage the safety lock. Turn the lock clockwise with your ignition key to disengage the safety lock. 3. Close the door. 4. Do the same thing to the other rear door. Keyless Entry System You can lock and unlock your doors and liftgate from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the...
Page 94 Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: Check the distance.
Page 95: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle
(Lock): Pressing this button once will lock all of the doors. Pressing the button again within three seconds may cause the horn to chirp to confirm that the doors have locked. You can choose different feedback options for each press of the lock button, such as having the vehicle’s perimeter lamps flash and/or have the horn chirp.
Page 96: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the battery.
Page 97 Liftgate CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate:...
Page 98 Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves...
Page 99 Content Theft Deterrent Your vehicle is equipped with a content theft alarm system. With this system, the security light will flash as you open the door if your ignition is off. This light reminds you to activate the theft system. Here’s how to do it: 1.
Page 100: Testing The Alarm
Here’s how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident: If you don’t want to activate the theft system, the vehicle should be locked with the door key after the doors are closed. Always unlock a door with a key, or use the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 101 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, the fuel system is disabled and the vehicle will not start.
Page 102: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions With your key in the ignition switch you can turn it 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 103: 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 safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. NOTICE: Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving.
Page 104: To Use The Engine Coolant Heater
When starting your engine in very cold weather (below 0 _ F or 18 _ C), do this: 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START and hold it there up to 15 seconds. When the engine starts, let go of the key. 2.
Page 105 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110 CAUTION: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three volt AC outlet.
Page 106: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission that features an electronic shift position indicator located within the instrument panel cluster. There are several different positions for your shift lever. PARK (P): This position locks your wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily.
Page 107 CAUTION: Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is “racing” (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or objects. Don’t shift into a drive gear while your engine is racing.
Page 108 SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy than THIRD (3). You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on. If you manually select SECOND (2), the transmission will drive in second gear.
Page 109: Shift Lock Release
Shift Lock Release This vehicle is equipped with a shift lock release system. If your vehicle has a dead battery and you need to have your vehicle towed, there is a shift lock release lever that will allow you to move the shift lever out of PARK (P). To access the shift lock release lever, do the following: 1.
Page 110: All Wheel Drive
Wheel Drive With all wheel drive, you can send your engine’s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction. To get the most satisfaction out of all you must be familiar with its operation. Read the part that follows before using all wheel drive.
Page 111 (4LO Lock): This setting sends maximum power to all four wheels. You might choose this if you are driving off road in deep sand, deep mud, and climbing or descending steep hills. When in this mode, you can also choose to lock the rear axle for additional traction.
Page 112 Shifting to 4HI or 4HI Lock With the vehicle traveling less than 40 mph (64 km/h), press and release the 4HI or 4HI Lock button. The indicator light will flash while shifting. It will remain illuminated when the shift is complete. Shifting to 4LO Lock To shift to 4LO Lock, the vehicle’s engine must be running and the vehicle must be stopped or moving...
Page 113 Shifting to NEUTRAL To shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL first make sure the vehicle is parked so that it will not roll, then do the following: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Start the vehicle. 3. Connect the vehicle to the towing vehicle. 4.
Page 114: 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. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will flash. A chime will activate when the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is moved at least 3 mph (5 km/h) for at least three seconds.
Page 115 Shifting Into PARK (P) 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. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 116 While still pressing the button, move the lever forward as far as it will go. Let go of the button and the lever. 3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. 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 117: Torque Lock
Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).
Page 118: 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. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. 2-36 Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell.
Page 119: Running Your Engine While You're Parked
Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s 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 120 CAUTION: wheel drive vehicles with the transfer case in NEUTRAL will allow the vehicle to roll, even if your shift lever is in PARK (P). So, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear Always set your parking brake. Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move.
Page 121 Overload and Overheat Protection Overload protection is designed to protect the air suspension system and is an indication to the driver that the vehicle is overloaded. If the rear suspension remains at a low height, the rear axle load has exceeded GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating).
Page 122 To use this feature, ensure that the following conditions are met: Be sure all the doors are fully closed. The suspension will not raise or lower if a door is open. Be sure the vehicle speed is less than 35 mph (56 km/h).
Page 123: Locking Rear Axle
Locking Rear Axle The locking rear axle can give you additional traction from the rear wheels when you are driving in off situations such as mud, snow, sand, steep hills and uneven terrain. The button used to turn this feature on or off is located above the transfer case buttons to the right of the steering wheel.
Page 124: Tilt Wheel
Tilt Wheel The tilt lever is located on the left side of the steering column, under the turn signal lever. You should adjust the steering wheel before you drive. To tilt the wheel, first pull the lever towards you release the lock. Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, and release the lever to lock...
Page 125: Turn And Lane Change Signals
Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.
Page 126: Windshield Wipers
Flash-to-Pass Feature This feature lets you use your high to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. It works even if your headlamps are in the automatic position. To use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you, then release it.
Page 127: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer (Washer Fluid): There is a paddle marked with the windshield washer symbol at the top of the multifunction lever. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle. The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed.
Page 128: Cruise Control
Cruise Control (Off): This position turns the system off. (On): This position activates the system. (Resume/Accelerate): Push the lever to this symbol to make the vehicle accelerate or resume to a previously set speed. (Set): Press this button to set the speed. 2-46 With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot...
Page 129 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control.
Page 130 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 button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed.
Page 131: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps The control on the driver’s side of your instrument panel operates the exterior lamps. The exterior lamp control has four positions: AUTO: Turn the control to this position to put the system into automatic headlamp mode. The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) will also be activated if it is light enough outside.
Page 132: Automatic Headlamp System
Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside and the headlamp switch is in AUTO, your automatic headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps, sidemarker, parking lamps, roof marker lamps and the instrument panel lights.
Page 133: Interior Lamps
When the DRL are on, only your DRL lamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. The instrument panel won’t be lit up either. When it begins to get dark, the automatic headlamp system will switch from DRL to the headlamps. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it.
Page 134: Front Reading Lamps
Front Reading Lamps Your vehicle has front reading lamps located in the overhead console. Press the round button located next to the lamp to turn the lamp on. The lamps can be adjusted to point in the direction you want them to go. Press the button again to turn the lamp off.
Page 135 Mirrors Electrochromic Inside Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display When on, an electrochromic mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark. The mirror also includes a dual display in the upper right corner of the mirror face.
Page 136 Electrochromic Mirror Operation The electrochromic (self dimming) mirror function is turned on automatically each time the ignition is started. To operate the electrochromic mirror do the following: 1. Make sure the green indicator light, located to the left of the COMP button, is lit. If it’s not, press and hold the TEMP button for six seconds until the green light comes on, indicating that the mirror is in electrochromic (self...
Page 137 3. Keep pressing the COMP button until the desired zone number appears in the display. Release the button. After about four seconds of inactivity, the new zone number will be locked in and the comp/temp display will return. 4. Calibrate the compass as described below. Compass Calibration The compass may need calibration if one of the following occurs:...
Page 138 Power Outside Rearview Mirrors The controls are located on the driver’s door armrest. Move the upper selector switch to the left or right to choose the mirror you want to adjust; then press the dots located on the four way control pad to adjust the mirror. To fold or unfold the mirrors, put the upper selector switch in the center position and then press and hold the side (left or right) dots on the lower control until the...
Page 139: Storage Compartments
Electrochromic Rearview Outside Mirror with Curb View Assist The driver’s outside mirror will adjust for the glare of the headlamps behind you. See “Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature” earlier in this section. Your vehicle’s mirrors will also be capable of performing the curb view assist mirror function.
Page 140: Overhead Console
Overhead Console Your vehicle is equipped with either a short or long overhead console. To open a door on the long console, push on the rear edge of the door and let it swing open. Push the door up until it latches to close the door. The overhead consoles also include the reading lamps described earlier, the HomeLink transmitter, and...
Page 141 Rear Armrest/Cupholders Your vehicle is equipped with a rear armrest/cupholder for the rear seat passengers. To open it, pull up and then out on the tab, located at the top center of the armrest, and pull the armrest down. First Aid Kit (If Equipped) Your vehicle may have a first aid kit located in the storage bin behind the spare tire.
Page 142 Luggage Carrier (If Equipped) The luggage carrier allows you to load cargo on top of your vehicle. It consists of siderails and crossrails. The crossrails can be moved forward or backward to accommodate various cargo sizes. NOTICE: Loading cargo that weighs more than 300 lbs. (660 kg) on the luggage carrier can damage your vehicle.
Page 143 2. Slide the crossrails to the desired position, being sure to align the lines in the side rails with the arrows on the crossrail supports. 3. Tighten the lock knobs and then try to move the crossrails back and forth to be sure that they do not move.
Page 144 Crossrail Channels The crossrails have built in channels to allow you to attach other items designed for this system such as basket luggage carriers, bike racks, ski racks, etc. To use the crossrail channels do the following: 1. Use the included key to unlock the crossrail end cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Page 145: Ashtray And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter The ashtray is removable and fits into the front cupholder. NOTICE: If you store paper or other things that burn in your ashtray, they could be set on fire by cigarettes or other smoking materials. That could cause a fire and possibly damage your vehicle.
Page 146 Accessory Inflator (If Equipped) Your vehicle may have an air inflator system. The air inflator is capable of re inflating the vehicle’s tires if they have been deflated. You can also inflate things like basketballs, air mattresses and bicycle tires. The air inflator is located in the rear compartment on the passenger’s side...
Page 147: Accessory Power Outlets
Accessory Power Outlets With accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or other devices designed to operate with vehicle electrical systems. Your vehicle is equipped with five accessory power outlets. The two front outlets are located under the OnStar buttons on the instrument panel.
Page 148 OnStar System (If Equipped) OnStar is a vehicle communications system that offers a variety of services and provides a one communication link between you and the OnStar Center. To receive OnStar services, a service subscription agreement is required and an additional fee may be required.
Page 149: Onstar Services
Volume Control: You can control the volume of the OnStar System using either the volume control knob on the radio or if equipped, the steering wheel volume controls. Telltale Light: This light will indicate the status of the system. A solid green light will come on when you start the vehicle to let you know that the system is on and is ready to make or receive calls.
Page 150 Remote Diagnostics: If an instrument panel light comes on, press the OnStar Services button. An advisor can perform a check of the engine board computer, and recommend what action needs to be taken. OnStar MED NET: Med Net can store your personal medical history and provide it to emergency personnel if necessary.
Page 151: Onstar System Limitations
OnStar System Limitations Complete limitations can be found on the subscriber services agreement. In order to provide you with excellent service, calls with the OnStar Center may be monitored or recorded. OnStar Service is: available in the 48 contiguous United States, Alaska, Hawaii and Canada;...
Page 152 Sunroof (Option) To open the sunroof and sunshade, press and hold the rear side of the button, located on the overhead console, until the sunroof reaches the desired position or until it stops at the built in comfort position. The comfort position stops the sunroof from opening completely.
Page 153: Homelink Transmitter
HomeLink Transmitter HomeLink, a combined universal transmitter and receiver, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators, garage door openers, entry door locks, security systems and home lighting. Additional HomeLink information can be found on the internet at www.homelink.com or by calling 1 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 154: Programming Homelink
Programming HomeLink Do not use the HomeLink Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future HomeLink programming.
Page 155 4. The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand held transmitter. Release both buttons. 5. Press and hold the just trained HomeLink button and observe the indicator light. If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink button is pressed and released.
Page 156: 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. Similar to Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are manufactured to “time out”...
Page 157: Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button
Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds.
Page 158 The Instrument Panel Your Information System 2-76...
Page 159 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets B. Exterior Lamps Control C. Radio and OnStar Steering Wheel Controls D. Instrument Panel Cluster E. Locking Rear Axle and All Wheel Drive Buttons F. Audio System G.
Page 160: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel 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 161: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your vehicle’s odometer works together with the driver information center. You can set a personal trip and business trip odometer. See “Trip Information Button” in the Index for more information.
Page 162: Safety Belt Reminder Light
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 163: Air Bag Readiness Light
Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module.
Page 164: Air Bag Off Light
Air Bag Off Light When you turn the right front passenger’s air bag off, this light will come on and stay on to remind you that the air bag has been turned off. This light will go off when you turn the air bag back on again. See “Air Bag Off Switch”...
Page 165 CAUTION: (Continued) In a crash, the air bag wouldn’t be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there. Don’t turn off the passenger’s air bag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group. See “Air Bag Off Switch”...
Page 166 Voltmeter 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. Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended period.
Page 167 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 168 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti system, this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. If the light stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, your vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but you don’t have anti lock brakes.
Page 169: Transmission Temperature Gage
Transmission Temperature Gage United States Your vehicle is equipped with a transmission temperature gage. 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 DIC will display a TRANSMISSION HOT message and the transmission will enter a transmission protection mode.
Page 170 The following situations can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures: Towing a trailer, hot outside air temperatures, hauling a large or heavy load, low transmission fluid level, high transmission fluid level, restricted air flow to the radiator and the auxiliary transmission oil cooler.
Page 171: 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 172 This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: Light Flashing A misfire condition has been...
Page 173 Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See “Fuel” in the Index. 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...
Page 174: 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). 2-92 CAUTION: Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire.
Page 175: Security Light
Security Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the key toward START. The light will stay on until the engine starts. If the light flashes, the Passlock system has entered a tamper mode. If the vehicle fails to start, see “Passlock” in the Index.
Page 176: Fuel Gage
Fuel Gage United States When the ignition is on, the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank. The gage will first indicate empty before you are out of fuel, and you should get more fuel as soon as possible. 2-94 Here are some situations you may experience with your fuel gage.
Page 177: Dic Operation And Displays
Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC display is located on the instrument panel cluster above the steering column. The DIC can display information such as the trip odometer, fuel economy and personalization features. A (Trip Information): This button will display the odometer, personal trip odometer, business trip odometer, hourmeter, annual log and the timer.
Page 178: Trip Information Button
Trip Information Button Use the trip information button to scroll through the SEASON ODOMETER, PERSONAL TRIP ON/OFF, BUSINESS TRIP ON/OFF, HOURMETER, ANNUAL LOG and TIMER. If the personal trip and/or the business trip are set to ON, you will also be able to scroll through more messages.
Page 179 You can also reset the PERSONAL: XX MI, or BUSINESS: XX MI, while they are displayed by pressing the reset stem on the cluster. If you press and hold the reset stem or select button for four seconds, the display will show the distance traveled since the last ignition cycle for the personal or business trip.
Page 180: Fuel Information Button
Fuel Information Button Use the fuel information button to scroll through the range, average fuel economy, instant fuel economy and the GM Oil Life System Fuel Range Press the fuel information button until RANGE appears to display the remaining distance you can drive without refueling.
Page 181: Personalization Button
Personalization Button You can program certain features to a preferred setting for up to two people. Press the personalization button to scroll through the following personalization features. All of the personalization options may not be available on your vehicle. Only the options available will be displayed on your DIC.
Page 182 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 OUT OF PARK (default): The doors will lock when the vehicle is shifted out of PARK (P).
Page 183 Seat Position Recall Press the personalization button until SEAT POSITION RECALL appears in 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...
Page 184 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 185 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 186 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 SEAT POSITION EXIT 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 key is...
Page 187: Select Button
Display Language To select your personalization for display language, press the select button while DISPLAY LANGUAGE is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button will scroll through the following languages: English French Spanish Choose one of the three options and press the personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it.
Page 188: Dic Warnings And Messages
DIC Warnings and Messages Warning messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed by the driver to correct the condition. If there is more than one message that needs to be displayed they will appear one after another.
Page 189 REDUCED ENGINE POWER This message is displayed when the cooling system temperature gets too hot and the engine further enters the engine coolant protection mode. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index for further information. BATTERY NOT CHARGING If the battery is not charging during operation, this message will appear on the DIC.
Page 190 TURN SIGNAL ON If a turn signal is left on for 3/4 of a mile (1.2 km), this message will appear on the display and you will hear a chime. Move the turn signal/multifunction lever to the off position. Pressing the select button will acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display.
Page 191 TRANSMISSION HOT If the transmission fluid temperature becomes high, the message center will display this message. When the transmission enters the protection mode, you may notice a change in the transmission shifting patterns. When the transmission fluid temperature returns to normal, the display will turn off and the transmission shifting patterns will return to normal.
Page 192 ICE POSSIBLE If the outside temperature reaches a level where ice could form on the roadway, this message may appear on the DIC. This message will clear after about 10 seconds. Pressing the select button will acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display instantly. DRIVER DOOR AJAR If the driver’s door is not fully closed and the vehicle is in a drive gear, this message will appear on the display...
Page 193 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls Air Conditioning Heating Defogging and Defrosting...
Page 194: Comfort Controls
Comfort Controls This section tells you how to use the comfort controls. With these systems, 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. Comfort Controls Personalization You can store and recall the climate control settings for temperature, air delivery mode and fan speed for...
Page 195 (Mode): Press this button to manually select the air delivery mode to the floor, panel or windshield outlets. The system will stay in the selected mode until the mode button is pressed again or the AUTO button is pressed. Driver’s Side Temperature Knob The driver’s side knob is used to adjust the temperature of the air coming through the system on the driver’s side.
Page 196 Display If you press the MODE button to select an air delivery mode, the display will change to show you the selected air delivery mode. After ten seconds, the display will change to show the driver temperature setting and the selected mode.
Page 197 The air delivery modes and temperature selections may still be used while the system is off. This is possible since outside air will always flow through the system as the vehicle is moving forward unless the system is set to recirculation mode.
Page 198: Air Conditioning
Automatic Operation Press the AUTO button to set the system to automatically control the air delivery mode, fan speed, air temperature and recirculation operations. Pressing this button when the system is off will turn the system on. When AUTO is selected, the air conditioning operation and air inlet will be automatically controlled.
Page 199: Heating
Heating On cold days when using manual operation of the the automatic system, choose floor mode to deliver air to the floor outlets. To warm or cool the air delivered, turn the temperature knob to the desired setting. If you want to use the automatic mode, press AUTO and adjust the temperature by turning the temperature knob.
Page 200: Rear Window Defogger
Rear Window Defogger The lines you see on the rear window warm the glass. Press the button to start warming your window. A light will glow in the button while the defogger is working. This button will also activate the heated mirrors. After 10 minutes it will turn off by itself, or press the button during the heating cycle to turn it off.
Page 201: Ventilation System
Ventilation System For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, use the panel outlet setting to direct outside air through your vehicle. Air will flow through the instrument panel outlets. Your vehicle’s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it’s moving.
Page 202: Audio Systems
Audio Systems 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. 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 203 AM-FM with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic Tone Control (Bose 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.
Page 204 " SCAN : Press and hold one of the arrows for more than two seconds. The radio will produce one beep. The radio will scan to a station, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. SCAN will be displayed.
Page 205 AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press this button to choose equalization settings. Your audio system allows you to choose from four different equalization settings: normal, driver, rear and spacious. These settings can be used while listening to the radio, the cassette tape, or the CD player. NORMAL: This setting enhances the stereo effect.
Page 206 Using 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. Using this system, the radio can do the following: Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming, receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies,...
Page 207 BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type. Press and hold BAND for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on. AF ON will appear on the display. The radio may switch to stronger stations.
Page 208 The old message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to. When a message is not available from a station, NO INFO will be displayed. TRAF (Traffic): Press this button to seek to a station that broadcasts traffic announcements.
Page 209 While the tape is playing, use the VOL, AUDIO and SEEK controls just as you do for the radio. The display will show TAPE and an arrow showing which side of the tape is playing. If you want to insert a tape while the ignition is off, first press the eject symbol or DISP.
Page 210 " 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 211 CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player. To activate the bypass feature, perform the following steps: 1. Turn the ignition on. 2.
Page 212 3 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track. Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at six times the normal playing speed. Press and hold it for more than two seconds to reverse at 17 times the normal playing speed.
Page 213 Compact Disc Messages ERR (Error): If this message appears on the display, it could be for one of the following reasons: You are driving on a very rough road. (The CD should play when the road gets smoother.) A CD is upside down. It is dirty, scratched or wet.
Page 214 AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): Your audio system monitors the noise inside your vehicle. Then, AUTO VOL automatically adjusts the volume so that it always sounds the same to you. To use automatic volume, press the AUTO VOL button until AVOL ON appears on the display.
Page 215 4. Press AUTO EQ to select the equalization that best suits the type of station selected. 5. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep. Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton, the station you set will return and the equalization that you selected will also be automatically selected for that pushbutton.
Page 216 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display. Turn the knob to move the sound toward the left or the right speakers. To adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers, push and hold the AUDIO knob until FAD appears on the display.
Page 217 Finding a PTY Station TYPE (Program Type Button): Press this button to turn on and off program type (PTY) select mode. PTY and the light next to the button will turn on. The last selected PTY will appear on the display for five seconds.
Page 218 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 219 When a disc is inserted, the CD symbol will be displayed. If you select an equalization setting for your disc, it will be activated each time you play a disc. If the radio is on or off, the disc will begin to play automatically.
Page 220 REMOVE CD will be displayed. You can now remove the disc. If the disc is not removed, after 25 seconds, the disc will be automatically pulled back into the receiver. If you try to push the disc back into the receiver, before the 25 second time period is complete, the receiver will sense an error and will try to eject the disc several times before stopping.
Page 221 AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press AUTO EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting while playing a compact disc. The equalization will be automatically set whenever you play a compact disc. See “AUTO EQ” listed previously for more information. SEEK : To seek, press the left arrow while playing a CD to go to the start of the current track, if more than ten seconds have passed.
Page 222 3. Select the desired disc by pressing the numbered pushbutton and then use the SEEK SCAN right arrow button to locate the track that you want to save. The track will begin to play. 4. Press and hold the SONG LIST button for two or more seconds to save the track into memory.
Page 223: Rear Seat Audio
Compact Disc Messages CHECK CD: If this message appears on the radio display, it could be due to of the following reasons: You’re driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the disc should play. The disc is dirty, scratched, wet or upside down. The air is very humid.
Page 224: Theft-Deterrent Feature Rds Radios
VOL (Volume): Turn the knob to increase and to decrease volume. The left VOL knob controls the left headphone and the right VOL knob controls the right headphone. SRC (Source): Press this button to choose which source (radio, CD, or cassette) that you want to listen to. SEEK : Press the SEEK button to seek to the next station and stay there.
Page 225: Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Audio Steering Wheel Controls You can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel. (OnStar/Voice Recognition): You can press this button to interact with the OnStar system. See the OnStar manual provided with your vehicle for more information.
Page 226: Understanding Radio Reception
Understanding Radio Reception The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it.
Page 227: 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 228: Care Of Your Compact Discs
After you clean the player, press and hold the eject button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator. The radio will display CLEANED to show the indicator was reset. Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time.
Page 229 Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Traction Control System Steering...
Page 230: Defensive Driving
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” in the Index. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.”...
Page 231: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision...
Page 232 It’s 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 233 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’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s 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 collision.
Page 234: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide.
Page 235: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking.
Page 236 Let’s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here’s what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels.
Page 237: Braking In Emergencies
Remember: Anti lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Page 238 To enter this mode, press the TC2 button located on the instrument panel to the right of the steering wheel. TC2 only operates in the following transfer case modes: 4HI Lock 4LO Lock 4LO Lock and Differential Lock It will not operate in 4HI. If the TC2 button is pressed while in 4HI, the light will flash for about 15 seconds and then go out.
Page 239: Power Steering
Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control”...
Page 240: Steering In Emergencies
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 241: Off Road Recovery
Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
Page 242 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
Page 243: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger.
Page 244: Off Road Driving
Road Driving Also, see “Anti Lock Brakes” in the Index. road driving can be great fun. But it does have some definite hazards. The greatest of these is the terrain itself. “Off roading” means you’ve left the great North American road system behind. Traffic lanes aren’t marked.
Page 245 Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving There are some important things to remember about how to load your vehicle. The heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle. Put heavier items as far forward as you can. Be sure the load is secured properly, so driving on the off road terrain doesn’t toss things around.
Page 246: Environmental Concerns
Environmental Concerns road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation. However, it also raises environmental concerns. We recognize these concerns and urge every 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 recreational driving;...
Page 247 High Mobility Characteristics The HUMMER H2 has a 12 inch (30.5 cm) running ground clearance (A) and a 9 inch (22.8 cm) axle to ground clearance (B) while maintaining a low silhouette and a low center of gravity. These characteristics are essential to safety in off road operation.
Page 248 The HUMMER H2 has an approach angle of 42 _ (A) and a departure angle of 37 _ (B). 4-20 Design specifications required a minimum gradeability of 60% (31 _ ) slope, with the vehicle fully loaded, on high friction surfaces at 6 mph (9.7 km/h).
Page 249 Also, specifications required that the HUMMER H2 be able to traverse a 40% (22 _ ) side slope at 6 mph (9.7 km/h) while fully loaded on high friction surfaces. The HUMMER H2 can climb a 16 inch (40.6 cm) vertical step. 4-21...
Page 250 Brake and Throttle Modulation for Enhanced Mobility The use of this technique will give the driver the ability to traverse challenging obstacles with more confidence, safety and care to both the vehicle and the terrain. It allows the driver to gain control of the vehicle systems and place power and wheel torque where it is needed most.
Page 251 For mounds, washouts, loose up hill slopes, ditches, etc. When wheel spin occurs as the vehicle is moving, the driver may notice a slight shaking or shuddering of the vehicle. This is the indication that a loss of traction is occurring on this terrain.
Page 252 Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving It’s a good idea to practice in an area that’s safe and close to home before you go into the wilderness. road driving does require some new and different driving skills. Here’s what we mean. Tune your senses to different kinds of signals.
Page 253: Scanning The Terrain
Scanning the Terrain road driving can take you over many different kinds of terrain. You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features. Here are some things to consider. Surface Conditions. Off roading can take you over hard packed dirt, gravel, rocks, grass, sand, mud, snow or ice.
Page 254: Crossing Obstacles
Crossing Obstacles Approach Angle a Key to Mobility. If you encounter a large dip in the terrain, do not enter straight on; enter at an angle (15 _ minimum approach (A), 75 _ maximum approach angle (B)). For very large dips, ditches or small washes, coast in, using the engine as a brake.
Page 255 Log Crossing. Using the proper technique, the HUMMER H2 will cross logs up to 12 inches (30.5 cm) in diameter. Approach the log at approximately a 15 _ angle (A) with the transfer case in 4LO Lock and “walk” the HUMMER H2 over, one tire at a time.
Page 256: Approaching A Hill
Approaching a Hill When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it’s one of those hills that’s 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 257 Driving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you need to take some special steps. Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the steering wheel. Get a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain your speed.
Page 258 What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is about to stall, and I can’t make it up the hill? If this happens, there are some things you should do, and there are some things you must not do. First, here’s what you should do: Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards.
Page 259 Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down the hill and decide I just can’t do it. What should I do? Set the parking brake, put your transmission in PARK (P) and turn off the engine. Leave the vehicle and go get some help. Exit on the uphill side and stay clear of the path the vehicle would take if it rolled downhill.
Page 260: Driving Downhill
Driving Downhill When off roading takes you downhill, you’ll want to consider a number of things: How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain vehicle control? What’s the surface like? Smooth? Rough? Slippery? Hard packed dirt? Gravel? Are there hidden surface obstacles? Ruts? Logs? Boulders? What’s at the bottom of the hill? Is there a hidden...
Page 261 Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill? Yes! These are important because if you ignore them you could lose control and have a serious accident. When driving downhill, avoid turns that take you across the incline of the hill. A hill that’s not too steep to drive down may be too steep to drive across.
Page 262: Driving Across An Incline
Driving Across an Incline Sooner or later, an off road trail will probably go across the incline of a hill. If this happens, you have to decide whether to try to drive across the incline. Here are some things to consider: A hill that can be driven straight up or down may be too steep to drive across.
Page 263: Stalling On An Incline
What if I’m driving across an incline that’s not too steep, but I hit some loose gravel and start to slide downhill. What should I do? If you feel your vehicle starting to slide sideways, turn downhill. This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping.
Page 264 Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels won’t get good traction. You can’t accelerate as quickly, turning is more difficult, and you’ll need longer braking distances. It’s best to use a low gear when you’re in mud deeper the mud, the lower the gear.
Page 265: 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’s deep enough to cover your wheel hubs, axles or exhaust pipe, don’t try it you probably won’t get through.
Page 266: 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 267 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 268 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 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 269 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 270: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you can’t avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive through them very slowly.
Page 271 City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
Page 272: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. 4-44...
Page 273 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. Too slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane. At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway.
Page 274: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
If it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you’ll find experienced and able service experts in Hummer dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it. 4-46...
Page 275: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 276: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain. 4-48 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.
Page 277 CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they wouldn’t work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill.
Page 278 Winter Driving 4-50 Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. 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 reflective warning triangles.
Page 279: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip”...
Page 280 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: Turn on your hazard flashers.
Page 281 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’t see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe.
Page 282: 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” (towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a “dolly”).
Page 283: Dolly Towing
Dolly Towing Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle: 1. Attach the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer’s instructions. 2. Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the dolly manufacturer’s instructions. 3. Firmly set the parking brake. 4.
Page 284: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle The Certification/Tire label is found on the rear edge of the driver’s door. The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle. This is called the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating).
Page 285 Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading. This 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.
Page 286: Trailer Recommendations
Add-On Equipment When you carry removable items, you may need to put a limit on how many people you carry inside your vehicle. Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and install the new equipment. NOTICE: Your warranty doesn’t cover parts or components that fail because of overloading.
Page 287: 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 You and your passengers could be seriously injured.
Page 288: 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 289 Your vehicle is equipped with a button on the instrument panel, to the right of the steering wheel, which when pressed enables tow/haul. When the button is pressed, this light on the instrument panel will illuminate to indicate that tow/haul has been selected.
Page 290: Weight Of The Trailer
Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be? It depends on how you plan to use your rig. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important.
Page 291 If you’re using a weight carrying or a weight distributing hitch, the trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for your vehicle. After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper.
Page 292: Safety Chains
Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer.
Page 293: Driving With A Trailer
Driving with a Trailer CAUTION: If you have a rear most window open and you pull a trailer with your vehicle, carbon monoxide (CO) could come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness or death.
Page 294: Following Distance
Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer.
Page 295: Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop. When towing a trailer, the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out.
Page 296: 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 297: 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 298: Front Receiver
The eight 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 Light Blue: Center High Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) Red: Battery Feed Dark Blue: Trailer Brake 4-70 Front Receiver Your vehicle is equipped with a front receiver.
Page 299 Receiver Extension (If Equipped) Use the receiver extension with the front receiver and various light duty accessories such as bike racks. The receiver extension was not intended for heavy use such as trailer towing, winching or vehicle recovery. To use the front receiver with the receiver extension, do the following: A.
Page 300 Power Winch Platform (If Equipped) You can use the power winch platform with an aftermarket winch. Connect the winch to the platform and wiring to the vehicle following the winch manufacturer’s guidelines. 1. Slide the winch platform into the front receiver of your vehicle.
Page 301 4. Push the clip so it To remove the winch platform, you must first unlock the locks in place. Pin is clip so you can pull out the pin. To unlock the clip, shown off of the squeeze the clip and turn it so it is in vehicle for clarity.
Page 302 If you are using a winch to pull out another vehicle, follow the winch manufactures guidelines and observe the following to prevent damage to your vehicle: If possible, have your vehicle anchored from the opposite side of the winch to a solid, immovable object.
Page 303 Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Cooling System Engine Fan Noise If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow...
Page 304: 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 button is located at the top of the steering column.
Page 305: Jump Starting
Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to following the steps below to do it safely. CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you.
Page 306 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 307 CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You don’t need to add water to the ACDelco installed in your new vehicle.
Page 308 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. 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery.
Page 309 9. Connect the other end of 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and the negative ( ) cable to the remote negative ( 11. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. terminal, marked GND, on the vehicle with the dead battery.
Page 310 Jumper Cable Removal A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative ( ) Terminal B. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and Remote Negative ( ) Terminals. C. Dead Battery or Remote Positive (+) Terminal. 1. Disconnect the black negative ( vehicle that had the dead battery.
Page 311: Towing Your Vehicle
Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See “Roadside Assistance” in the Index. If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “Recreational Vehicle Towing”...
Page 312 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 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 313: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. See “Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode” in the Index for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency.
Page 314: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Coolant Surge Tank B. Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap C. Engine Fan 5-12 If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface.
Page 315 CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned.
Page 316: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level isn’t at or above the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank, but be...
Page 317 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.
Page 318 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly, and 3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper remove it. mixture, to the FULL COLD mark. 5-16...
Page 319 4. 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. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower.
Page 320: Engine Fan Noise
Engine Fan Noise Your vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. In most everyday driving conditions, the fan is spinning slower and the clutch is not fully engaged.
Page 321: 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 322: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is behind and to the side of the driver’s side second row seat. To remove the equipment, do the following: 1. Fold the driver’s side second row seat down. See “Rear Seats” in the Index. 2.
Page 323 The spare tire and wheel blocks are stored in the rear cargo area. Remove the tire cover to get to them. A. Spare Tire B. Receiver Extension (If Equipped) (Not used for tire changing procedure. See “Receiver Extension” in the Index.) C.
Page 324 3. Place the end of the spanner wrench on the nut and then turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the nut holding the tire to the carrier. 4. Pull off the tire retainer plate and set it aside. Remove the spare tire from the wheel carrier. 5.
Page 325: Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. To remove the center cap, place the flat end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry the center cap out. 2. Slide the ratchet onto the wheel wrench with the DOWN mark facing you.
Page 326 4. Assemble the jack and tools as follows: Front Flat Tire: Attach the jack handle (E) with the hook end connected to the u jack (A). Slide the ratchet (F) onto the jack handle (E) with the UP mark facing you. Rear Flat Tire: Attach the jack handle extension (D) to the jack handle (E) and then press the clip (arrow) so it engages.
Page 327 Rear Flat Tire: Place the jack under the curved rear axle pad. Make sure the jack head is positioned so that the rear axle pad is resting securely on the jack head. Rear Position CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous.
Page 328 8. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. 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. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 329 Front Position 10. Lower the vehicle by turning the ratchet counterclockwise, with the DOWN mark facing you. Lower the jack completely. Rear Position CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
Page 330 NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. See “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index for the wheel nut torque specification.
Page 331 1. Slide the flat or spare tire (A) onto the tire carrier. 2. Slide the tire retainer plate (C) into the wheel opening. Be sure that the stud attached to the tire carrier passes through the hole in the tire retainer plate.
Page 332: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You’re 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 333 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. Your vehicle has a Traction Control System. You should press the TC2 button with the transfer case in any mode except 4HI.
Page 334 CAUTION: These loops, when used, are under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the loops at a sideways angle. The loops could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back. NOTICE: Never use the recovery loops to tow the vehicle.
Page 335 Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
Page 336: Doing Your Own Service Work
Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll...
Page 337: Gasoline Octane
CAUTION: You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task.
Page 338 Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection. Gasolines meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasolines.
Page 339: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air. General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines, particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier. NOTICE: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol.
Page 340: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank CAUTION: Fuel vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from fuel. The fuel cap is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
Page 341 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 342: Checking Things Under The Hood
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.
Page 343 Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Release both hood side latches. 2. Pull the handle located on the lower part of the instrument panel.
Page 344 3. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull the assist handles toward you to lift the hood. 4. Pull the hood open until it is supported by the cables. 5. Now go to the driver’s side of the hood and locate the prop rod.
Page 345: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood, you’ll see the following: A. Coolant Surge Tank B. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir D. Engine Oil Fill Cap E. Engine Oil Dipstick F. Automatic Transmission Dipstick G. Fan H.
Page 346: Engine Oil
Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on correctly. To close the hood, hold it up a few inches from the closed position and let it go so that it has enough force to engage the hood latch. Pull up on the hood to be sure it is latched.
Page 347: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, 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. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications”...
Page 348: 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.
Page 349: Engine Oil Additives
As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W 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 you can use an SAE 10W 30 oil which has the API Starburst symbol, if it’s going to be 0...
Page 350: What To Do With Used Oil
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. 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.
Page 351: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter NOTICE: Do not spray water into the engine air/cleaner intake (arrow). If too much water enters the engine air cleaner/filter housing, it could cause severe damage to your vehicle’s engine. This damage wouldn’t be covered under your vehicle’s warranty. The engine air cleaner/filter assembly is located in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.
Page 352 2. Pull the air cleaner/filter up and out from the housing. Care should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible. 3. Clean the filter sealing surface and the housing. 4. Install the new engine air cleaner/filter. 5. Reinstall the cover and tighten the screws. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the engine air cleaner/filter.
Page 353: 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 is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90...
Page 354 Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving: When outside temperatures are above 90 At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic especially in hot weather. While pulling a trailer. To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180 C to 93...
Page 355: How To Add Fluid
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. 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level.
Page 356: Rear Axle
Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. How to Check Lubricant 6-22 To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface.
Page 357: Transfer Case
Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles. However, there are two additional systems that need lubrication. Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See “Periodic Maintenance Inspections”...
Page 358: Front Axle
Front Axle When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. How to Check Lubricant 6-24 To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface.
Page 359: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with COOL R 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 COOL R extended life coolant.
Page 360 What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean, drinkable water and half DEX COOL coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous.
Page 361: 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” in the Index for 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 362: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap The coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the coolant surge tank. NOTICE: Your coolant surge tank pressure cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating.
Page 363: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing.
Page 364 Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with 3 brake fluid. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index 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 365 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 isn’t, 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 366: Brake Wear
Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly).
Page 367: Vehicle Storage
Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts.
Page 368: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement For any bulb changing procedure not listed here, contact your dealer. For the proper types of bulbs to use, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. 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.
Page 369 4. Unplug the electrical connector. 5. Push the new bulb/socket into the headlamp assembly being sure to align the splines on the bulb/socket with the splines in the headlamp housing. Use care not to touch the bulb with your fingers or hands. 6.
Page 370: Daytime Running Lamp
Daytime Running Lamp To change this bulb, do the following. 1. Locate the lamp assembly behind the front bumper. It is easiest to come in from the side of the vehicle through the wheel opening. 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp housing.
Page 371 Taillamps A. Stoplamp B. Turn Signal Lamp C. Back 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Remove the two screws from the rear lamp assembly and remove the rear lamp assembly. 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp housing. Up Lamp 5.
Page 372 Corner Roof Marker Lamps 1. Remove the screw and lift off the lens. 6-38 2. Turn the socket counterclockwise to remove it and remove the old bulb. 3. Put a new bulb into the socket. 4. Reinstall the socket into the lens and turn it clockwise to lock it into place.
Page 373 Center Roof Marker Lamps 1. Push in on the notch with a flat tool and pull the lamp out. 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp housing. 3. Remove the bulb from the bulb socket. 4.
Page 374: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” in the Index for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see “Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts”...
Page 375 Your new vehicle comes with high a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Hummer Warranty booklet for details. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.
Page 376 Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Certification/Tire label, which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Page 377: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 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’s Time for New Tires”...
Page 378: Buying New Tires
When It’s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire.
Page 379: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle.
Page 380 Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Page 381: Wheel Replacement
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the alignment may need to be reset.
Page 382: Tire Chains
NOTICE: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. See “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index for more information.
Page 383: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions.
Page 384: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can Carefully scrape off any excess stain. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately or it will set.
Page 385: Cleaning Vinyl
Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do it more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and a vinyl/leather cleaner.
Page 386: Care Of Safety Belts
Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.
Page 387: Windshield And Wiper Blades
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with a full glass cleaning liquid.
Page 388: Finish Care
Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting.
Page 389: Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster. Washing with water is all that is usually needed. However, you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim, if necessary. Use special care with aluminum trim. To avoid damaging protective trim, never use auto or chrome polish, steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum.
Page 390: Chemical Paint Spotting
Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Hummer will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, whichever occurs first.
Page 391 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials 6-57...
Page 392: Engine 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. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration.
Page 393: Electrical System
Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Page 394 Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block access door is on the driver’s side end of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block. You can remove fuses with a fuse extractor which is mounted to the fuse block access door. To remove fuses if you don’t have a fuse extractor, hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out.
Page 395 NAME Usage Four Wheel Drive Switch, Electronically Controlled Air Suspension Switch/Module HTR A/C Not Used LOCK Power Door Lock Relay HVAC 1 Inside Rearview Mirror, Climate Control System L DOOR Harness Connector CRUISE Cruise Control UNLOCK Power Door Unlock Relay RR FOG LP Not Used BRAKE...
Page 396 Center Instrument Panel Utility Block The center instrument panel utility block is located underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the steering column. 6-62 Relay/Connector Name Usage Special Equipment Option/Off Harness Connector TRAILER Trailer Brake Wiring UPFIT Upfitter (Not Used) SL RIDE Ride Control (Not Used) HDLR 2...
Page 397 Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse/relay block is located near the battery in the engine compartment. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on its location. Lift the cover for access to the fuse/relay block. 6-63...
Page 398 6-64...
Page 399 Name Usage STUD #1 Accessory Power/Trailer Wiring MBEC 1 Mid Bussed Electrical Center Power Feed, Front Seats, Right Doors BLOWER Front Climate Control Fan LBEC 2 Left Bussed Electrical Center, Door Modules, Door Locks, Auxiliary Power Outlet Cargo Area and Instrument Panel STUD 2 Accessory Power/Trailer Wiring Brake Feed...
Page 400 Name Usage IGN1 Ignition Relay PCM 1 Powertrain Control Module ETC/ECM Electronic Throttle Control, Electronic Brake Controller INJ 1 Ignition Coil, Fuel Injectors INJ 2 Ignition Coil, Fuel Injectors IGN E Instrument Panel Cluster, Air Conditioning Relay, Turn Signal/Hazard Switch, Starter Relay, Electronic Brake Controller TC2 Mode Switch Electronic Brake Controller...
Page 401 Name Usage IPC/DIC Instrument Panel Cluster/Driver Information Center HVAC/ECAS Climate Control Controller/ Electronically Controlled Air Suspension Module CIG LTR Cigarette Lighter HI HDLP High Beam Headlamp HDLP Headlamp Low Beam Relay A/C COMP Air Conditioning Compressor A/C COMP Air Conditioning Compressor Relay RR WPR Rear Wiper/Washer RADIO...
Page 402: Capacities And Specifications
Replacement Bulbs Bulb Beam and High Beam Headlamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ..Front Parking and Turn Lamp ... Rear Taillamp and Stop Lamp .
Page 403: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity If you do your own service work, you’ll need the proper service manual. See “Doing Your Own Service Work” in the Index for additional information. It is recommended that service work on your air conditioning system be performed by a qualified technician.
Page 404 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Introduction Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Scheduled Maintenance Part B: Owner Checks and Services Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Part E: Maintenance Record...
Page 405: Your Vehicle And The Environment
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. Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment.
Page 406: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 407: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.
Page 408: 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 409 Scheduled Maintenance Engine Oil and Chassis Lubrication Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the GM Oil Life System t (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Reset the system. Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter.
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Page 411 Scheduled Maintenance...
Page 412 Scheduled Maintenance 7,500 Miles (12 500 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” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions.
Page 413 Scheduled Maintenance 30,000 Miles (50 000 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” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Replace fuel filter.
Page 414 Scheduled Maintenance 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
Page 415 Scheduled Maintenance 52,500 Miles (87 500 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” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 416 Scheduled Maintenance 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” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions.
Page 417 Scheduled Maintenance 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires.
Page 418 Scheduled Maintenance j Change automatic transmission fluid and 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 419: At Each Fuel Fill
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 420: 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 421 Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2.
Page 422 Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK.
Page 423: Exhaust System Inspection
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 424: Brake System Inspection
Transfer Case and Front Axle (All-Wheel Drive) Inspection Every 12 months or at engine oil change intervals, check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary. A fluid loss could indicate a problem; check and have it repaired, if needed. Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation.
Page 425 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 Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil”...
Page 426 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Front and SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant Rear Axle (GM Part No. U.S. 12378261, in Canada 10953455) or equivalent meeting GM Specification 9986115. Transfer Case DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid. Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474, or equivalent).
Page 427: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.
Page 428 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-25...
Page 429 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-26...
Page 430 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact HUMMER if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone...
Page 431: Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to HUMMER. 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 432: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone
Text Telephones (TTYs), HUMMER has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with HUMMER by dialing: 1-866-HUMMER6 (1-866-486-6376). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1 3830.) free telephone...
Page 433: Customer Assistance Offices
Customer Assistance Offices HUMMER encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to HUMMER, the letter should be addressed to HUMMER’s Customer Assistance Center. United States HUMMER Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33177 Detroit, MI 48232-5177 1-866-HUMMER6 (486–6376)
Page 434: Gm Mobility Program For Persons
3830. Roadside Assistance Program HUMMER’s Roadside Assistance provides stranded owners with over of the nearest HUMMER dealer or the following special services: Flat Tire Change: Installation of spare tire will be covered at no charge (customer is responsible for repair or replacement of tire).
Page 435 Maps include points of interest and a list of HUMMER dealers along the route. Also included is a list of hotels along the route that are discounted through affiliation with “Quest International.”...
Page 436: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Assistance Center or contact your dealer. Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. HUMMER reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notification.
Page 437: Transportation Options
Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait, HUMMER helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances,...
Page 438: Reporting Safety Defects To The United States Government
Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper 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 439: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
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 HUMMER6 6376), or write: HUMMER Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33177 Detroit, MI 48232 5177 In Canada, please call us at 1 or 1 7854 (French).
Page 440: Service Manuals
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Hummer 2003 H2 Owner's Manual

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems

Section 5 Problems on the Road

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