Page 1: Table Of Contents
2007 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ... 7 Front Seats ... 8 Rear Seats ... 16 Safety Belts ... 18 Child Restraints ... 39 Airbag System ... 67 Restraint System Check Features and Controls ... 89 Keys ...
Page 2 Headlamp Aiming ... 447 Bulb Replacement ... 450 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ... 453 Tires ... 454 Appearance Care ... 496 Vehicle Identiﬁcation ... 508 Electrical System ... 509 Capacities and Speciﬁcations Maintenance Schedule ... 519 Maintenance Schedule Customer Assistance Information ... 541 Customer Assistance and Information Reporting Safety Defects...
Page 3: Canadian Owners
For vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Cadillac Motor Car Division whenever it appears in this manual. Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 15854798 A First Printing...
Page 4: How To Use This Manual
How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they ﬁrst receive their new vehicle. If this is done, it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle. Pictures and words work together in the owner manual to explain things.
Page 5: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this manual you will ﬁnd these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 6 These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:...
Page 7: Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Front Seats ... 8 Power Seats ... 8 Power Lumbar ... 9 Heated Seats ... 10 Heated and Cooled Seats ... 11 Memory Seat, Mirrors, and Pedals ... 12 Power Reclining Seatbacks ... 14 Head Restraints ... 15 Rear Seats ...
Page 8: Front Seats
Front Seats Power Seats Driver’s Seat with Power Seat Control, Power Recline, and Power Lumbar shown The power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the front seats. • Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. •...
Page 9: Power Lumbar
Power Lumbar If the seats have power lumbar, the controls used to operate this feature are located on the outboard side of the seats. • To increase lumbar support, press and hold the front of the control. • To decrease lumbar support, press and hold the rear of the control.
Page 10: Heated Seats
Heated Seats If the front seats have the heated seat feature, the buttons used to control this feature are located on the climate control panel. (Heated Seatback): To heat only the seatback, press the top button with the heated seatback symbol. This symbol will appear on the climate control display to indicate that the feature is on.
Page 11: Heated And Cooled Seats
Heated and Cooled Seats If the front seats have the heated and cooled seat feature, the buttons used to control this feature are located on the climate control panel. (Cooled Seat): To cool the entire seat, press the button with the cooled seat symbol. This symbol will appear on the climate control display to indicate that the feature is on.
Page 12: Memory Seat, Mirrors, And Pedals
Memory Seat, Mirrors, and Pedals Your vehicle has the memory package. The controls for this feature are located on the driver’s door, and are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver’s seat, outside mirrors, and the adjustable throttle and brake pedal feature, if your vehicle has it.
Page 13 If you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to enter your vehicle and the remote recall memory feature is on, automatic seat, mirror, and adjustable pedal movement will occur. See “MEMORY SEAT RECALL” under DIC Vehicle Customization on page 257 for more information. To stop recall movement of the memory feature at any time, press one of the power seat controls, memory buttons, power mirror buttons, or...
Page 14: Power Reclining Seatbacks
Power Reclining Seatbacks Driver’s Seat with Power Seat Control, Power Recline, and Power Lumbar shown The controls for the power reclining seatback are located on the outboard side of the front seats behind the power seat control. • To recline the seatback, tilt the top of the control rearward.
Page 15: Head Restraints
CAUTION: (Continued) The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt cannot do its job either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen.
Page 16: Rear Seats
Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower the head restraint, press the release button (A), located on the top of the seatback, while you push the head restraint down. The front seats may have head restraints that also tilt forward and rearward.
Page 17 Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. 3. Fold the seatback forward until it is ﬂat. You may have to move the front seats forward slightly to do this.
Page 18: Safety Belts
Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. CAUTION: Do not let anyone ride where he or she cannot wear a safety belt properly.
Page 19 In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here is why: They work. You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one.
Page 20 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop.
Page 21 The person keeps going until stopped by or the instrument panel... something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
Page 22: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
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 is why safety belts make such good sense. Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an...
Page 23: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in an accident — even one that is not your fault — you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.
Page 24 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly.
Page 25 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 would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 26 What is wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. 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 27 What is 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.
Page 28 What is 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 29 What is wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not 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 30: Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment
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 31: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy.
Page 32: Rear Seat Passengers
Rear Seat Passengers It is 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 are not safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 33 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 34 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 would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 35: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 36 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat.
Page 37 CAUTION: A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 38: Safety Belt Pretensioners
Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passenger. Although you cannot see them, they are located on the retractor part of the safety belts. They help the safety belts reduce a person’s forward movement in a moderate to severe frontal, near frontal, rear or side crash, or a rollover.
Page 39: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. What is the proper way to wear safety belts? An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.
Page 40 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can not 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.
Page 41 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt.
Page 42: Infants And Young Children
Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 43 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them.
Page 44 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’s weight, height, and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used.
Page 45: Child Restraint Systems
CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 46 A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields.
Page 47 A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the ﬁt of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a ﬁve-point harness. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window.
Page 48 Securing an Add-on Child Restraint in the Vehicle CAUTION: A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Make sure the child restraint is properly installed in the vehicle using the vehicle’s safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that restraint,...
Page 49 Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint There are several systems for securing the child within the child restraint. One system, the three-point harness, has straps that come down over each of the infant’s shoulders and buckle together at the crotch. The ﬁve-point harness system has two shoulder straps, two hip straps, and a crotch strap.
Page 50: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat.
Page 51: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch)
CAUTION: (Continued) If you need to secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. Wherever you install a child restraint, be sure to secure the child restraint properly.
Page 52 In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint that has LATCH attachments. The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to use the child restraint and its attachments. The following explains how to attach a child restraint with these attachments in your vehicle.
Page 53 Top Tether Anchor A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment (B) on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash.
Page 54 Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Seating positions with top tether anchors. (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors. Rear Seat The right side rear passenger and center seating positions have exposed metal anchors located in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion.
Page 55 Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger’s position if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. There is no place to attach the top tether in this position.
Page 56 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to anchors, the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed.
Page 57 CAUTION: Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten. Secure any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock, if your vehicle has one, after the child restraint has been...
Page 58 1.3. Route the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions: If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether over the seatback. If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and...
Page 59 CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked. 1.5. Lift the seatback up and push it rearward.
Page 60: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 51. If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position.
Page 61 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Page 62: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. If the top tether is attached to the top tether anchor, disconnect it.
Page 63 CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s airbag inﬂates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inﬂating airbag. Be sure the airbag is off before using a rear-facing child restraint in the passenger’s position.
Page 64 If your child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 51. There is no top tether anchor at the right front seating position. Do not secure a child seat in this position if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be anchored.
Page 65 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle out of the retractor to set the lock. the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 66 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may ﬁnd it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 67: Airbag System
If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, check to make sure that the vehicle’s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion. If this happens, slightly recline the vehicle’s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible.
Page 68 Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: CAUTION: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt — even if you have airbags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it.
Page 69 CAUTION: Both frontal and roof-mounted side impact airbags inﬂate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you are too close to an inﬂating airbag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you.
Page 70: Where Are The Airbags
There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 229 for more information.
Page 71 The right front passenger’s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The roof-mounted rollover airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver is located in the ceiling above the side windows.
Page 72 The roof-mounted rollover airbag for the right front passenger and the person directly behind that passenger is located in the ceiling above the side windows. CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the bag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death.
Page 73: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inﬂate only if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds take into account a variety of desired deployment and non-deployment events and are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in...
Page 74 Frontal airbags may inﬂate at different crash speeds. For example: • If the vehicle hits a stationary object, the airbags could inﬂate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a moving object. • If the vehicle hits an object that deforms, the airbags could inﬂate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits an object that does not deform.
Page 75: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
In any particular crash, no one can say whether an airbag should have inﬂated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. For frontal airbags, inﬂation is determined by what the vehicle hits, the angle of the impact, and how quickly the vehicle slows down.
Page 76: How Does An Airbag Restrain
How Does an Airbag Restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle. The airbag supplements the protection provided by safety belts.
Page 77 CAUTION: When an airbag inﬂates, there is dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inﬂates, then get fresh air by opening a...
Page 78: Passenger Sensing System
Passenger Sensing System Your vehicle has a passenger sensing system. The passenger airbag status indicator on the overhead console will be visible when you turn your ignition key to RUN or START. The words ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off, will be visible during the system check.
Page 79 Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat, and an older child riding in a booster seat.
Page 80 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger’s airbag if: • the right front passenger seat is unoccupied • the system determines that an infant is present in a rear-facing infant seat • the system determines that a small child is present in a forward-facing child restraint •...
Page 81 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, check to make sure that the vehicle’s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion. If this happens, slightly recline the vehicle’s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible.
Page 82 If a person of adult-size is sitting in the right front passenger’s seat, but the off indicator is lit, it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat. If this happens, turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the fully upright position, then sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the person’s legs comfortably extended.
Page 83 CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger’s seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag.
Page 84: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle. You do not 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 airbag system.
Page 85: Adding Equipment To Your
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Is there anything I might add to the front or sides of the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle’s frame, bumper system, height, front end or side sheet metal, they may keep the airbag system from working properly.
Page 86: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 87: 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...
Page 88 NOTES...
Page 89: Features And Controls
Section 2 Keys ... 91 Remote Keyless Entry System ... 92 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ... 93 Doors and Locks ... 101 Door Locks ... 101 Power Door Locks ... 102 Delayed Locking ... 102 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ... 102 Rear Door Security Locks ...
Page 90 Section 2 ® OnStar System ... 152 Universal Home Remote System ... 154 Universal Home Remote System (With Three Round LED) ... 154 Universal Home Remote System (With One Triangular LED) ... 155 Universal Home Remote System Operation (With Three Round LED) ... 156 Universal Home Remote System Operation (With One Triangular LED) ...
Page 91: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 92: Remote Keyless Entry System
If you ever lose your keys, your dealer will be able to assist you with obtaining replacements. In an emergency contact Cadillac Roadside ® Service . See Roadside Service on page 548 for more information.
Page 93: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
At times you may notice a decrease in operating range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: •...
Page 94 You will have one of the RKE transmitters below. With Remote Start (Without Remote Start (Without Remote Start Similar) The following functions may be available if your vehicle has the RKE system: (Remote Vehicle Start): If your vehicle has this feature, it may be started from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter.
Page 95 (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release this button to locate your vehicle. The turn signal lamps will ﬂash and the horn will sound three times. Press and hold this button for more than two seconds to activate the panic alarm. The turn signal lamps will ﬂash and the horn will sound repeatedly for 30 seconds.
Page 96 To replace the battery in this type of RKE transmitter do the following: 1. Use a ﬂat object with a thin edge into the notch, located above the metal base, and separate the bottom half from the top half of the transmitter.
Page 97 To replace the battery in this type of RKE transmitter do the following: 1. Use a ﬂat object with a thin edge into the notch, located below the vehicle locator/panic alarm button, and separate the bottom half from the top half of the transmitter. 2.
Page 98 Remote Vehicle Start Your vehicle may have a remote starting feature. This feature allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle. It may also start up the vehicle’s heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger. Normal operation of the system will return after the key is turned to the RUN position.
Page 99 (Remote Start): Press and release the lock button and then press and hold the remote start button to start the vehicle. To start the vehicle using the remote start feature, do the following: 1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle. 2.
Page 100 The additional ten minutes are considered a second remote vehicle start. Once two remote starts, or a single remote start with one time extension has been done, the vehicle must be started with the key. After the key is removed from the ignition, the vehicle can be remote started again.
Page 101: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked.
Page 102: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the armrest on the front doors. (Unlock): Press the side of the switch with the unlock symbol to unlock the doors and tailgate. (Lock): Press the side of the switch with the lock symbol to lock the doors and tailgate.
Page 103: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle has rear door security locks. These prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside. The rear door security locks are located on the inside edge of each rear door. You must open the rear doors to access them.
Page 104: Midgate
® Midgate CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the cargo area covered and the tailgate and ® the Midgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can not see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death.
Page 105 The following are the main components of the ® Midgate system: A. Latch Levers E. Window Retaining Tabs B. Grab Handles F. Midgate C. Glass-Catch Handle Release Button G. Window Alignment D. Glass Lock Arrows Knobs Rear Glass Removal and Storage CAUTION: If the removable rear glass is not stored properly, it could be thrown about the...
Page 106 To remove the rear glass do the following: 1. Fold the rear seats. See Rear Seat Operation on page 16 for more information. The front seats may have to be moved forward slightly to allow the rear seats to fold completely. Although the rear glass can be removed without folding the rear seats, you will not be able to access the rear glass storage...
Page 107 4. With the rear glass tilted toward you, lift it out from the lower window frame channel. Use the grab handles to assist you in removing the rear glass. 5. Load the rear glass into the storage pocket in ® the Midgate , guiding the lower edge of the rear glass behind the three rear glass retaining...
Page 108 6. Turn both glass lock knobs (D), located at both top corners of the storage pocket, to the locked position. Push in on the corner of the rear glass to allow the lock knob to engage more easily. Once both glass lock knobs are in the locked position, the rear glass is securely stored.
Page 109 Reinstalling the Rear Glass To reinstall the rear glass, do the following: 1. Squeeze and pull down the latch levers (A), located near the upper corners of the rear glass, to unlatch. 2. Hold the rear glass in place with one hand and turn the glass lock knobs, located at both top corners of the glass storage pocket, to the unlocked position.
Page 110 Be sure to align the rear glass side-to-side using the alignment arrows (G). 5. Apply a ﬁrm downward pressure and then push the rear glass ﬂat against the window frame. Use the grab handles at the top of the rear glass to assist you. 6.
Page 111 ® Lowering the Midgate with the Rear Glass in Place ® The Midgate can be lowered to allow the cargo area of your vehicle to extend into the cab. The rear glass can be either installed in its normal position, or it can be removed and stored in the rear glass storage pocket.
Page 112 ® Lowering the Midgate with the Rear Glass in the Storage Pocket ® 3. Lower the Midgate until it is ﬂat. Rear Glass Stored in Glass Storage Pocket...
Page 113 ® Midgate Lowered with Crossbar Attached This procedure works the same as the procedure described previously, but when you lower the ® Midgate with the rear glass in the stored position, you will notice that the entire crossbar will lower ®...
Page 114: Tailgate
Tailgate Use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or power door lock switch to lock and unlock the tailgate. Open the tailgate by lifting up on its handle while pulling the tailgate toward you. To shut the tailgate, push it ﬁrmly upward until it latches.
Page 115: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 116: Power Windows
Power Windows The power window controls are located on each of the side doors. Driver’s Side shown The driver’s door also has switches that control the passenger and rear windows. The power windows work when the ignition has been turned to ACCESSORY or RUN or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.
Page 117: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Sun Visors Sun Visors with Slide Rod Your vehicle may have this feature. Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount and slide it along the rod from side-to-side to cover the driver or passenger side of the front window.
Page 118: Content Theft-Deterrent
Content Theft-Deterrent Your vehicle has a content theft-deterrent alarm system. This is the security light. To activate the theft-deterrent system, do the following: 1. Open the door. 2. Lock the door with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. The security light should come on and stay on.
Page 119 Here is how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident: • If you do not want to activate the theft-deterrent system, the vehicle should be locked with the door key after the doors are closed. • Always unlock a door with the RKE transmitter. Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm.
Page 120 ® PASS-Key III+ ® The PASS-Key III+ system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 121: Pass-Key Iii+ Operation
® PASS-Key III+ Operation ® Your vehicle has PASS-Key Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent ® system. PASS-Key III+ is a passive theft-deterrent system. This means you do not have to do anything special to arm or disarm the system. It works when you transition the key to RUN, ACCESSORY or START from the OFF position.
Page 122 See your dealer or a locksmith who can service ® PASS-Key III+ to get a new key blank that is cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system. To program the new additional key do the following: 1. Verify that the new key has a 2.
Page 123: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: • Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the ﬁrst 500 miles (805 km).
Page 124: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions Use the key to turn the ignition switch to four different positions. A (LOCK): This position locks the ignition and transmission. It is a theft-deterrent feature. You will only be able to remove the key when the ignition is turned to LOCK.
Page 125: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
Key In the Ignition Never leave your vehicle with the keys inside, as it is an easy target for joy riders or thieves. If you leave the key in the ignition and park your vehicle, a chime will sound, when you open the driver’s door.
Page 126: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine will not start in any other position — that is a safety feature. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notice: Do not try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving.
Page 127 Notice: Cranking the engine for long periods of time, by returning the key to the START position immediately after cranking has ended, can overheat and damage the cranking motor and drain the battery. Waiting about 15 seconds between each try, to allow the cranking motor to cool down, will prevent damage due to overheating.
Page 128: Adjustable Throttle And Brake Pedal
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal Your vehicle has an adjustable throttle and brake pedal that lets you change their positions. This feature is designed for shorter drivers, since the pedals can not move farther away from the standard position, but can move toward the driver for better pedal reach.
Page 129: Automatic Transmission Operation
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment, near the power steering ﬂuid reservoir. 3. Plug the cord into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet.
Page 130 There are several different positions for the shift lever. PARK (P): This position locks your rear wheels. It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily. When parked on a hill, especially when the vehicle has a heavy load, you may notice an increase in the effort to shift out of PARK (P).
Page 131 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped.
Page 132 DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy for your vehicle. If you need more power for passing, and you are: • Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. •...
Page 133 Your vehicle’s transmission uses adaptive shift controls that compares key shift parameters to pre-programmed ideal shifts stored in the transmissions computer. The transmission constantly makes adjustments to improve vehicle performance according to how the vehicle is being used, such as with a heavy load or when temperature changes.
Page 134 To use this feature, do the following: 1. Move the shift lever to the MANUAL MODE (M). 2. Press the plus/minus button, to upshift or downshift selecting the desired range of gears for your current driving conditions. When in the MANUAL MODE (M) a number will display next to the M, indicating the current gear that has been selected.
Page 135: Tow/Haul Mode
Tow/Haul Mode Your vehicle has a tow/haul mode. The tow/haul mode adjusts the transmission shift pattern to reduce shift cycling, providing increased performance, vehicle control, and transmission cooling when towing or hauling heavy loads. Press the button located on the end of the shift lever to turn the tow/haul on or off.
Page 136: Parking Brake
Grade Braking Grade Braking assists when driving on a downhill grade. It maintains the vehicle’s speed by automatically implementing a shift schedule that uses the engine and the transmission to slow the vehicle. This reduces wear on the brakes system and increases control of the vehicle. The system constantly monitors the vehicle’s speed, acceleration, throttle position, and whether the brake pedal is being pressed, and determines...
Page 137 A chime will activate and the warning light will ﬂash when the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is moving at least 3 mph (5 km/h) for at least three seconds. To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down.
Page 138: Shifting Into Park (P)
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 139 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch ﬁre.
Page 140: Shifting Out Of Park (P)
Shifting Out of Park (P) Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system which locks the shift lever in PARK (P) when the ignition is in the LOCK. You have to fully apply your regular brakes ﬁrst and then press the shifter lever button before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN.
Page 141: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. •...
Page 142: Running The Engine While Parked
Running the Engine While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle.
Page 143: Mirrors
Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Intellibeam™, OnStar Compass, and Temperature Display Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror with Intellibeam, OnStar and temperature display. For more information ® ® on OnStar , see OnStar System on page 152. For more information on Intellibeam™, see “Intellibeam Intelligent High-Beam Headlamp Control System”...
Page 144 Compass Variance The mirror is set to zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if the vehicle is driven outside zone eight. Under certain circumstances, such as a long distance, cross-country trip, it will be necessary to adjust the compass variance.
Page 145: Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror With Onstar , Compass And Temperature Display
Outside Temperature Outside temperature is shown in the mirror display. Temperature will be displayed in Fahrenheit or Celsius based on the choice of English or metric in the vehicle’s conﬁguration menu. If an abnormal temperature reading is displayed for an extended period of time, please consult your dealer.
Page 146 Temperature and Compass Display Press the on/off button, located on the far left of the mirror face, to turn the compass/temperature display on or off. If the display reads CAL, the compass needs to be calibrated. For more information, see “Compass Calibration”...
Page 147 To adjust for compass variance, do the following: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map. 2. Press and hold the on/off button until a Z and a zone number appears in the display. The compass is now in zone mode.
Page 148 Compass Calibration The compass may need calibration if one of the following occurs: • After approximately ﬁve seconds, the display does not show a compass heading, N for North, for example, there may be a strong magnetic ﬁeld interfering with the compass. Such interference may be caused by a magnetic antenna mount, magnetic note pad holder, or a similar magnetic item.
Page 149: Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors The outside power foldaway mirror controls are located on the driver’s door armrest. • Press (A) to select the driver’s side mirror. Then press the arrows located on the four-way control pad to adjust the mirror. Press (A) again to deselect the mirror.
Page 150 Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors You will need to reset the power foldaway mirrors if the following occurs: • The mirrors are accidentally obstructed while folding. • They are accidentally manually folded/unfolded. • The mirrors will not stay in the unfolded position.
Page 151 Heated Mirrors The button to turn the heated mirrors on or off is located on the climate control panel. Press this button to warm the driver’s and passenger’s outside rearview mirrors to help clear them of ice, snow, and condensation. See “Rear Window Defogger”...
Page 152: Onstar ® System
® OnStar System ® OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information, and convenience services. If your airbags deploy, the system is designed to make an automatic call to OnStar Emergency where we can request emergency services be sent to your location.
Page 153 Directions & Connections Plan • Advanced Automatic Crash Notiﬁcation • Automatic Notiﬁcation of Airbag Deployment • Emergency Services • Roadside Assistance • Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance • AccidentAssist • Remote Door Unlock/Vehicle Alert ® • OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics ® • OnStar Hands-Free Calling ®...
Page 154: Universal Home Remote System
® OnStar Steering Wheel Controls Your vehicle is equipped with a Talk/Mute button that can be used to interact with OnStar See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 316 for more information. When calling into voice mail systems or to dial directory numbers, press the control, wait for the “number please”...
Page 155: Universal Home Remote System (With One Triangular Led)
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. The Canadian Registration ID number is 3521A-GTE05A.
Page 156: Universal Home Remote System Operation (With Three Round Led)
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. The Canadian Registration ID number is 2791021849A.
Page 157 Do not use the this system 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. Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the transmitter. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you in programming the transmitter.
Page 158 Programming Universal Home Remote — Fixed Code Fixed Code garage door openers are used for garage doors produced prior to 1996. Fixed code uses the same coded signal every time, which is manually programmed by setting DIP switches for a unique personal code. Follow these steps to program up to three channels: 1.
Page 159 Example 4. The indicator light will blink slowly. In order from left to right, and within two and one-half minutes, enter each switch setting into the Universal Home Remote System. Push one button for each switch as follows: • Left button = “on” switch position. •...
Page 160 Programming Universal Home Remote — Rolling Code Rolling code garage door openers are used for garage doors produced after 1996 and are code protected. Rolling code means the coded signal is changed every time your remote control garage door opener is used. Programming a rolling code garage door opener involves time-sensitive actions, so read the entire procedure before you begin.
Page 161 3. Press and hold the button you would like to use to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light, above the selected button, should slowly blink. You may need to hold the button from ﬁve to 20 seconds.
Page 162: Universal Home Remote System Operation (With One Triangular Led)
Universal Home Remote System Operation (With One Triangular LED) Your vehicle may have the Universal Home Remote System. If there is one triangular LED above the Universal Home Remote buttons, follow the instructions below. If your vehicle has three round LED above the Universal Home Remote buttons, follow the instructions under Universal Home Remote System Operation (with three round LED).
Page 163 Programming Universal Home Remote Follow these steps to program up to three channels: 1. Press and hold down the two outside Universal Home Remote buttons, releasing only when the Universal Home Remote indicator light begins to ﬂash, after 20 seconds. Do not hold down the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat this step to program a second and/or third hand-held transmitter to the remaining...
Page 164 6. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn” or “Smart” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit. 7. Firmly press and release the “Learn” or “Smart”...
Page 165: Storage Areas
Using Universal Home Remote Press and hold the appropriate Universal Home Remote button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted. Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons To erase programming from the three Universal Home Remote buttons do the following: 1.
Page 166: Cupholder(S)
Cupholder(s) Your vehicle has cupholders for the front and rear passengers. The cupholders are located in the center console for the front passengers and on the rear of the center console for the rear passengers. To use the front cupholders, press down on the access door and release.
Page 167 Notice: Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that weighs more than 200 lbs (91 kg) or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests on the slats as far forward as possible and against the side rails, making sure to fasten it securely.
Page 168: Rear Seat Armrest
Rear Seat Armrest Your vehicle’s second row seat may have an armrest/storage compartment. Pull the loop at the top of the armrest out to lower the armrest. To open the compartment, push the button on the front of the armrest and pull the top open. Cargo Cover Panels CAUTION: Improperly stored cargo cover panels...
Page 169 To remove a cargo panel(s), do the following: 1. Lower the tailgate. See Tailgate on page 114 for more information on the tailgate. Before removing the cargo panel(s), notice the numbers embossed on the upper center portion of each panel. The panels are labeled 1, 2 and 3.
Page 170 3. Pull the cargo panel up and then out from the side rails and set it aside. You only need to remove as many cargo panels as needed for your cargo carrying needs. 4. Remove cargo panel 2 in the same way and set it aside.
Page 171 Cargo Panel Storage System The three cargo panels can be stored in the cargo area using the storage strap system. To store the panels, do the following: 1. Secure the storage strap system in the cargo storage area by attaching the six clips on the cargo strap system to the...
Page 172 Use the following instructions for the proper storage sequence and location for each panel: A. Secure clip A on the secondary strap. B. Secure clip B on the secondary strap. C. Place the remaining primary straps on top of the lid and tray. 2.
Page 173 3. Store cargo panel 2 by loading the cargo panel with latches down and facing toward you. 4. Store cargo panel 3 by loading the cargo panel with latches up and facing away from you.
Page 174 6. Tighten all straps by pulling on the free end of each strap. 5. Place the primary straps over the three cargo covers (A). Fasten the four strap clips (B).
Page 175 7. Close both cross locks at the center of the strap system to secure tightly. Panels 3, 2, 1 Loaded...
Page 176 Reinstalling the Cargo Cover Panels To reinstall a cargo panel do the following. 1. You can either leave the strap system attached to the side of the cargo area while it is not in use, or you can store it inside the top box storage compartment.
Page 177 3. Push both left latches away from you to lock the latches. Remember that there are four latches total for panel 1. You should hear a click when each latch locks correctly. Lock the remaining two right latches on panel 1. The left latch on the cargo covers must be locked in place before you can lock the right latch.
Page 178 5. Push the latches away from you, starting with the left latch, to lock the panel in place. You should hear a click when each latch locks correctly. 6. Install cargo cover 3 next. Place the latches in the unlocked position. Place the cargo cover panel on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up.
Page 179 7. Push the latches away from you, starting with the left latch, to lock the panel in place. You should hear a click when each latch locks correctly. Folding and Storage of Straps To store the folding straps inside the top box storage compartment, do the following: 1.
Page 180 2. Fold the four primary strap ends towards the center as shown. 3. Take the short strap and surround the folded webbing, forming a package. 4. Take the secondary strap and wrap it around the package. Finally, attach the hooks to the webbing and place inside the top box storage compartment.
Page 181: All-Weather Cargo Area
Cargo Tie Downs There are cargo tie downs in the rear cargo area that you can use to strap cargo in. All-Weather Cargo Area Your vehicle has the ability to operate in many different conﬁgurations—cargo panels on or off, ® Midgate up or down, rear glass in or out.
Page 182 Even when all of these things are working properly and the cover system is on, there may be some instances (heavy rains, automated car washes, etc.) when water may be present in the following areas: A. Top drain grates C. Side rail channels B.
Page 183 Top Drain Grates – Removal and Cleaning The top drain grates are located near the rear glass on both sides of the vehicle. Clean the grates and drains if there is a blockage. To remove each drain grate, do the following: 1.
Page 184 To replace the drain grate do the following: 1. Line up the clips on the vehicle with the slots in the grate. 2. When you are sure that the clips are aligned with the slots, push the grate down ﬁrmly. The grate should clip into place.
Page 185 ® Midgate Drain Grate Removal and Cleaning ® The Midgate drain grate is located near the base ® of the Midgate in the cargo area. You will ﬁnd a removable drain grate covering the drain. After hauling dirt, wood chips, pebbles etc. you will need to ﬂush the midgate drain with water.
Page 186: Top-Box Storage
Cargo Area Floor Drains Your vehicle also has four cargo-area ﬂoor drains located under the cargo mat near the sides of the cargo area. These drains should be cleaned periodically to allow water to exit the cargo area. The cargo mat has cutouts for the drains. You can ﬂush the drains through the cutouts, but if the cargo area is extremely dirty you can lift up the edges of the cargo ﬂoor mat or take the whole mat...
Page 187: Sunroof
Sunroof Your vehicle may be equipped with a power sliding sunroof. To open or close the sunroof, the ignition needs to be turned to ON, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active. When RAP is active, the sunroof will work for 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off, or until a front door is opened.
Page 188 Express-Open/Express-Close: To express-open the sunroof, fully press and release the rear of the driver’s side switch. The sunroof will open automatically. To stop the sunroof partway, press the switch a second time. To express-close the sunroof, fully press and release the front of the driver’s side switch.
Page 189: Instrument Panel
Section 3 Instrument Panel Overview ... 192 Hazard Warning Flashers ... 194 Other Warning Devices ... 194 Horn ... 194 Tilt Wheel ... 195 Heated Steering Wheel ... 195 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ... 196 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ... 196 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...
Page 190 Section 3 Tire Pressure Light ... 236 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ... 236 Oil Pressure Light ... 240 Security Light ... 240 Fog Lamp Light ... 241 Lights On Reminder ... 241 Cruise Control Light ... 241 Highbeam On Light ... 241 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...
Page 191 NOTES...
Page 192: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 193 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 224. B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 196. C. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 194. D.
Page 194: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning ﬂashers 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 on top of the steering column.
Page 195: Tilt Wheel
Tilt Wheel The tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle. The tilt lever is located on the driver’s side of the steering column under the turn signal lever.
Page 196: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: • Turn and Lane Change Signals. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 196. • Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 197. •...
Page 197: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Holding the turn signal lever for more than one second will cause the turn signals to ﬂash until you release the lever. The lever will return by itself when it is released. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will ﬂash in the direction of the turn or lane change.
Page 198: Flash-To-Pass
Flash-to-Pass This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps 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 199: Rainsense™ Ii Wipers
Rainsense™ II Wipers Your vehicle has Rainsense™ II windshield wipers. These wipers automatically turn on when a sensor, mounted next to the inside rearview mirror, detects moisture on the windshield. When active, these wipers are able to detect moisture on the windshield and automatically turn on the wipers.
Page 200: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer ﬂuid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. (Washer Fluid): There is a paddle marked with the windshield washer symbol at the top of the multifunction lever.
Page 201: Cruise Control
Cruise Control CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip, and you could lose control.
Page 202 + RES (Resume/Accelerate): Press this button to make the vehicle accelerate or resume to a previously set speed. (Set/Coast): Press this button to set the speed or make the vehicle decelerate. (Cancel): Press this button to cancel cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory.
Page 203 Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This shuts off the cruise control. But you do not need to reset it. Once you are driving about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, press the +RES button on your steering wheel.
Page 204: Exterior Lamps
Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle’s speed.
Page 205 The exterior lamps control has four positions: (Off): Turn the control to this position to turn off the automatic headlamps and daytime running lamps (DRL). Turning the headlamp control to the off position again will turn the automatic headlamps or DRL back on. For vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada, the off position will only work when the vehicle is shifted into the PARK (P) position.
Page 206 IntellliBeam™ Intelligent High-Beam Headlamp Control System If your vehicle has this feature, be sure to read this entire section before using it. IntellliBeam™ is an enhancement to your vehicle’s headlamp system. Using a digital light sensor on your rearview mirror, this system will turn the vehicle’s high-beam headlamps on and off according to surrounding traffic conditions.
Page 207 • The headlamp stalk is moved forward to the high-beam position. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 197. When either of these conditions occur, the IntellliBeam™ feature will be disabled and the IntellliBeam™ light in the mirror will turn off until the high-beam stalk is returned to the neutral position.
Page 208 Disabling and Resetting IntellliBeam™ at the Rearview Mirror IntellliBeam™ can be disabled by using the controls on the inside rearview mirror. AUTO (On/Off): To disable the system, press this button on the inside rearview mirror. The IntellliBeam™ indicator will turn off and will not come back on until the IntellliBeam™...
Page 209: Headlamps On Reminder
Headlamps on Reminder If a door is open, a reminder chime will sound when your headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on and your key is out of the ignition. To turn off the chime, turn the headlamp switch to off or AUTO and then back on, or close and re-open the door.
Page 210: 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 211: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps If your vehicle has fog lamps you can use them for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. Your parking lamps and/or low-beam headlamps must be on for your fog lamps to work. The fog lamp button is located on the left side of your instrument panel.
Page 212: Dome Lamps
Dome Lamps The dome lamps will come on when you open a door. They will turn off when all doors are closed. You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning the knob, located next to the exterior lamp control, all the way up.
Page 213: Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (Urpa)
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system it is designed to help you park while in REVERSE (R). It operates only at speeds less than 5 mph (8 km/h). URPA helps make parking easier and helps you avoid colliding with objects such as parked vehicles.
Page 214 The URPA display is located above the rear window towards the center of the vehicle and can be seen by looking over your right shoulder. The URPA display has three color-coded lights. The lights are used to provide distance and system information, along with beeps that will be heard through the speakers.
Page 215 How the System Works when Backing If the shift lever is in REVERSE (R), URPA detects objects close to the rear bumper. The ﬁrst time an object is detected a single beep will sound. If an object is detected at a REVERSE (R) speed between 0 mph (0 km/h) and 5 mph (8 km/h), the following describes what will occur based on your distance to a detected object located behind the...
Page 216 • The ultrasonic sensors are not kept clean. So, be sure to keep your vehicle’s rear bumper free of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. For cleaning instructions, see Washing Your Vehicle on page 501. If the DIC still displays the PARKING ASSIST OFF message after cleaning the bumper and driving forward at a speed of at least 15 mph (25 km/h), see your dealer.
Page 217: Accessory Power Outlet(S)
Accessory Power Outlet(s) Accessory power outlets can be used to connect auxiliary electrical equipment, such as a cellular telephone or CB radio. One outlet is located in the center console. Lift up on the lower latch located at the front of the console lid to access the outlet.
Page 218: Ashtray(S) And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter The front ashtray and cigarette lighter are located in the center console near the cupholders, if the vehicle has them. Press on the access door to open it and use the ashtray and lighter. Notice: If you put papers, pins, or other ﬂammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage your vehicle.
Page 219: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System With this system, you can control the heating, cooling, and ventilation in your vehicle. Your vehicle also has a ﬂow-through ventilation system described later in this section. Climate Control with Cooled and Heated Seats shown You can select different climate control settings for the driver and passengers.
Page 220 Turn the knob counterclockwise or clockwise to lower or increase the temperature inside the vehicle. The display will show the temperature setting decreasing or increasing. Set the passenger’s temperature setting to match the driver’s temperature setting by pressing the passenger power knob. Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic): When automatic operation is active the system will control the inside...
Page 221 Be careful not to cover the sensor located on the top of the instrument panel near the windshield. This sensor regulates air temperature based on sun load and also turns on your headlamps. To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather, the system will delay turning on the fan until warm air is available.
Page 222 (Vent): This setting will deliver air to the instrument panel outlets. (Bi-Level): This mode allows for split air to the instrument panel outlets and to the ﬂoor outlets. The ﬂow can be divided between vent and ﬂoor outlets depending upon where the knob is placed between the settings.
Page 223: Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning (Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the air conditioning (A/C) compressor on and off. When air conditioning is selected, an indicator light will come on to let you know that the air conditioning has been activated. Pressing this button when the outside temperature is too cool for air conditioning will make the air conditioning indicator ﬂash three times and then turn off indicating the air conditioning mode...
Page 224: Outlet Adjustment
(Defrost): This mode directs a portion of the air to the windshield, side window vents and some to the ﬂoor vents. In this mode, the system will automatically force outside air into your vehicle. The recirculation mode cannot be selected while in the defrost mode.
Page 225: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
• Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle. • Adding outside equipment to the front of your vehicle, such as hood-air deﬂectors, etc., may affect the performance of the heating and air conditioning system.
Page 226: 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 will know how fast you are going, about how much fuel you have and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 227: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer The speedometer lets you see your vehicle’s speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). The odometer works together with the Driver Information Center (DIC). The odometer mileage can be checked without the vehicle running by pressing the Trip/Fuel button on the instrument panel cluster.
Page 228: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will sound for several seconds to remind people to buckle their safety belts. The driver safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds.
Page 229: Airbag Readiness Light
Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensors, the airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module.
Page 230: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Your vehicle has the passenger sensing system. Your overhead console has a passenger airbag status indicator. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator – United States When the ignition key is turned to RUN or START, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds as a system check.
Page 231 Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint. A label on your sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. CAUTION: Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the...
Page 232: Charging System Light
Charging System Light The charging system light will come on brieﬂy when you turn the ignition to the START position, as a check to show you it is working. The light should go out once the engine is running. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the charging system.
Page 233 If the warning light comes on and a chime sounds there could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. This light may also come on due to low brake ﬂuid. See Brakes on page 433 for more information. United States This light should come on brieﬂy when you turn the ignition key to RUN.
Page 234: Anti-Lock Brake System
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That is normal. If the light does not come on then, have it ﬁxed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.
Page 235: Stabilitrak Indicator Light
® StabiliTrak Indicator Light This warning light should come on brieﬂy when the engine is started. If the warning light does not come on then, have it ﬁxed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. If it stays on, or comes on when you are driving, there may be a problem with your ®...
Page 236: Tire Pressure Light
Tire Pressure Light This light will come on brieﬂy when you turn the ignition to RUN. This light will also come on when one or more of your tires are signiﬁcantly underinﬂated. A CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) will accompany the light, see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 248.
Page 237 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. The check engine light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required.
Page 238 If the Light is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: • Reducing vehicle speed • Avoiding hard accelerations • Avoiding steep uphill grades • If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops ﬂashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady”...
Page 239 Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 399. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misﬁring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on acceleration.
Page 240: Oil Pressure Light
Oil Pressure Light This light will come on brieﬂy when you start your engine. CAUTION: Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches ﬁre. You or others could be burned.
Page 241: Fog Lamp Light
Fog Lamp Light The fog lamps light will come on when the fog lamps are in use. The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps on page 211 for more information. Lights On Reminder This light comes on whenever the parking lamps are on.
Page 242: Tow/Haul Mode Light
Tow/Haul Mode Light This light is displayed when the Tow/Haul mode has been activated. For more information, see Towing a Trailer on page 380 and Tow/Haul Mode on page 135. Fuel Gage When the ignition is on, the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank.
Page 243: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC displays information about your vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected. The DIC also allows some features to be customized. See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 257 for more information.
Page 244 DIC Buttons The buttons are the trip/fuel, vehicle information, customization, and set/reset buttons. The button functions are detailed in the following pages. (Trip/Fuel): Press this button to display the odometer, trip odometer, fuel range, average economy, fuel used, timer, and transmission temperature.
Page 245 The trip odometer can be reset to zero by pressing the set/reset button while the trip odometer is displayed. Fuel Range Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL RANGE displays. This display shows the approximate number of remaining miles (mi) or kilometers (km) the vehicle can be driven without refueling.
Page 246 Timer Press the trip/fuel button until TIMER displays. This display can be used as a timer. To start the timer, press the set/reset button while TIMER is displayed. The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset, not including time the ignition is off.
Page 247: Tire Pressure
Remember, you must reset the OIL LIFE display yourself after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Also, be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change.
Page 248: Dic Warnings And Messages
Relearn Remote Key This display allows you to match remote keyless entry transmitters to your vehicle. To match a remote keyless entry transmitter to your vehicle, do the following: 1. Press the vehicle information button until PRESS TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY displays.
Page 249 CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message will display when the engine oil needs to be changed. When you change the engine oil, be sure to reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message. See Engine Oil Life System on page 410 for information on how to reset the message.
Page 250 ENGINE HOT A/C (Air Conditioning) TURNED OFF This message will display when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 235. To avoid added strain on a hot engine, the air conditioning compressor automatically turns off.
Page 251 If the engine cooling system reaches unsafe temperatures for operation, this message will display and a chime will sound. Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so to avoid severe damage. This message will clear when the engine has cooled to a safe operating temperature.
Page 252 MANUAL SHIFT X If your vehicle has the Range Selection Mode and the shift lever is in the MANUAL MODE (M) position, the DIC will display this message along with the current gear. If shifting is prevented for any reason, the currently selected gear will ﬂash multiple times, indicating that the transmission has not shifted gears.
Page 253 REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY If a remote keyless entry transmitter battery is low, this message will display. The battery needs to be replaced in the transmitter. See “Battery Replacement” under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 93. RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN If the passenger’s side rear door is not fully closed and the vehicle is in a drive gear, this message will display and a chime will sound.
Page 254 SERVICE BRAKES SOON If there is a problem with the brake system, this message will display. If this message appears, stop as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle. Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display. If the message is still displayed or appears again when you begin driving, the brake system needs service.
Page 255 SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM If your vehicle has the Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system, this message will display if a part on the system is not working properly. If you drive your vehicle while any of the four sensors are missing or inoperable, the warning will come on in about 20 minutes.
Page 256 • The message could be displayed if the stability system takes longer than usual to complete its diagnostic checks due to driving conditions. • If an engine or vehicle related problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service, the message will appear. See your dealer.
Page 257: Dic Vehicle Customization
TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the transmission ﬂuid is overheating and the transmission temperature warning is displayed on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, you can damage the transmission. This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered by your warranty.
Page 258 To change customization preferences, use the following procedure. Entering the Feature Settings Menu 1. Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in PARK (P). 2. Press the customization button to scroll through the available customizable options. Feature Settings Menu Items The following are customization features that allow you to program settings to the vehicle: DISPLAY IN ENGLISH...
Page 259 AUTO DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select when the vehicle’s doors will automatically lock. See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 102 for more information. Press the customization button until AUTO DOOR LOCK appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature.
Page 260 ALL IN PARK (default): All of the doors, including the tailgate, will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into PARK (P). NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. Choose one of the available settings and press the set/reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it.
Page 261 REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when unlocking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. You will not receive feedback when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter if the doors are open.
Page 262 ON (default): The doors will not lock until ﬁve seconds after the last door or the tailgate is closed. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. Choose one of the available settings and press the set/reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it.
Page 263 ON (default): If it is dark enough outside, the exterior lights will turn on brieﬂy when you unlock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. The lights will remain on for 20 seconds or until the lock button on the RKE transmitter is pressed, or the vehicle is no longer off.
Page 264 LOUD: The chime volume will be set to a loud level. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. Choose one of the available settings and press the set/reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it.
Page 265 Press the customization button until EASY EXIT SEAT appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature. Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings: OFF (default): No automatic seat exit recall will occur.
Page 266 REMOTE START If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to turn the remote start off or on. The remote start feature allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle using your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 93 for more information.
Page 267: Audio System(S)
Press the customization button until FACTORY SETTINGS appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature. Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings: RESTORE ALL (default): The customization features will be set to their factory default settings.
Page 268 Then, when driving conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them. CAUTION: This system provides you with a far greater access to audio stations and song listings. Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving can cause a crash and you or others can be injured or killed.
Page 269: Setting The Time
Notice: The chime signals related to safety belts, parking brake, and other functions of your vehicle operate through the radio/ entertainment system. If that equipment is replaced or additional equipment is added to your vehicle, the chimes may not work. Make sure that replacement or additional equipment is compatible with your vehicle before installing it.
Page 270: Radio With Cd And Dvd
Setting the Date 1. Press the tune/select knob (the right knob) to enter the main menu. 2. Turn the tune/select knob until SET DATE appears on the display. 3. Press the tune/select knob to select SET DATE. 4. Turn the tune/select knob to adjust the date. 5.
Page 271 SRCE (Source): Press this button to select a source, either radio, CD, DVD, or auxiliary, if your vehicle has this feature. The CD or DVD must be loaded to select the source and to play. CD or DVD will appear on the display if a disc is loaded. If a CD or DVD is not loaded, the display will change to the auxiliary source, if your vehicle has this feature, or stay on the radio.
Page 272 Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to select AM, FM1, FM2, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped). (Tune): Turn this knob to select radio stations. © ¨ (Seek): Press the left single arrow button to go to the previous station and stay there. Press the right single arrow button to go to the next station and stay there.
Page 273 To search for stations, press the single arrow buttons. If the system is set to LOCAL, SEEK will appear on the display and seek to stations with strong signals only. If the system is set to DISTANT, D-SEEK will appear on the display and seek to stations with weak and strong signals.
Page 274 5. Press the tune/sel knob to select. AUTOSTORE will appear on the display. The radio will automatically search the band and select and store the six radio stations with the strongest signal. The stations will be stored by signal strength, not sequential order. The set preset station number will appear on the display above the pushbutton that it is set to.
Page 275 Setting the Tone (Bass/Midrange/Treble) To adjust the bass, midrange, and treble, perform the following steps: 1. Press the tune/sel knob to enter the main menu. 2. Turn the tune/sel know until BASS – MID – TREBLE appears on the display. 3.
Page 276 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) To adjust the balance or fade, perform the following steps: 1. Press the tune/sel knob to enter the main menu. 2. Turn the tune/sel knob until BALANCE – FADER appears on the display. 3. Press the tune/sel knob to enter the tone settings.
Page 277 The DSP settings available are: • Normal: Select this setting for normal mode, this provides the best sound quality for all seating positions. • Centerpoint™: Select this setting to enable Bose Centerpoint™. Centerpoint™ signal processing gives surround sound listening for a CD, MP3, or a DVD stereo audio source.
Page 278 3. Press the tune/sel knob to select INFO. The display will change to show the additional XM™ information. 4. Press the BACK (F6) button to exit the display. To return to the original display, repeatedly press the BACK (F6) button or wait for the display to time out.
Page 279 ALERT will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system. This feature is not supported by all RDS stations. MSG (Message): If the current RDS station has a message, MSG will appear on the display. The message may display the artist, song title, call in phone numbers, etc.
Page 280 The radio will play traffic announcements if the volume is low. The radio will interrupt the play of a CD or DVD if the last tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements. To turn TA on or off, perform the following steps: 1.
Page 281 Press the pushbutton for the desired PTY. The radio may not go to all of the stations with that music type when pressing the pushbutton, as not all stations support PTYs. AF (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type.
Page 282 If the surface of the CD is soiled, see Care of Your CDs and DVDs on page 318 for more information. If there is no apparent damage, try a known good CD. Notice: If you add any label to a CD, insert more than one CD into the slot at a time, or attempt to play scratched or damaged CDs, you could damage the CD player.
Page 283 3. When INSERT appears on the display, insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull the CD in. Do not load a CD until INSERT appears on the display. The CD player will take up to six CDs.
Page 284 • RDM TRCK (Random Track): Plays the tracks on the current CD in random, rather than sequential order. RDM TRCK will appear on the display. Press the MODE pushbutton again to turn off random play and advance to the next mode. •...
Page 285 Using an MP3 CD MP3 Format If you burn your own MP3 disc on a personal computer: • Make sure the MP3 ﬁles are recorded on a CD-R disc. • Do not mix standard audio and MP3 ﬁles on one disc. •...
Page 286 Empty Directory or Folder If a root directory or a folder exists somewhere in the ﬁle structure that contains only folders/ subfolders and no compressed ﬁles directly beneath them, the player will advance to the next folder in the ﬁle structure that contains compressed audio ﬁles and the empty folder will not be displayed or numbered.
Page 287 File System and Naming The song name that will be displayed will be the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag. If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag, and then the radio will display the ﬁle name without the extension (such as .mp3) as the track name.
Page 288 As each new track starts to play, the track number will appear on the display. The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm) single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner.
Page 289 A quick press of this pushbutton will go to the beginning of the previous folder. F4 (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton to enter fast forward mode. Holding the pushbutton will play at 10 times the normal speed. After holding it for more than four seconds it will play at 20 times the normal speed.
Page 290 (Tune): Turning the tune knob will fast track reverse or advance through the tracks in all folders or playlists. The track number and ﬁle name will appear on the display for each track. Turning this knob while in random will fast track reverse or advance the tracks in sequential order.
Page 291: Using The Dvd Player
(Eject): Press this button to eject a CD. Eject may be activated with the ignition and the radio off. If the CD is not removed after a short time, the CD will be brought back into the CD player for storage.
Page 292 (Eject): Press this button to eject the DVD or CD. Eject may be activated with the ignition or radio off. If the disc is not removed after a short time, the disc will be pulled back into the DVD player for storage. The DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of the appropriate region code.
Page 293 If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer. If the radio displays an error message, write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem. Playing a DVD Video F1 (Play/Pause): Press this pushbutton to turn on the video screen, if your vehicle has this feature, and begin playing the DVD.
Page 294 TUNE/SEL knob: Turn to the left one notch to go to the start of the current chapter. Turn it again to go to the previous chapter, or turn to the right one notch to go to the next chapter. INFO: Press the programmed INFO soft key, or press the TUNE/SEL knob and rotate until INFO is shown, and then press the TUNE/SEL knob.
Page 295 F5 MODE: Press this pushbutton to select from NORMAL, and RPT TRCK. • Normal: Sets the system for normal play of the DVD. • RPT TRCK (Repeat Track): Repeats the track over again. RPT TRCK will appear on the display. Press the MODE pushbutton again to turn off repeat play and advance to the next mode.
Page 296 F5 MODE: Press this pushbutton to select from NORMAL, RPT TRCK, and RDM TRCK. • Normal: Sets the system for normal play of the DVD. • RPT TRCK (Repeat Track): Repeats the track over again. RPT TRCK will appear on the display.
Page 297 Playing an MP3 Formatted Disc See “Using an MP3 CD” earlier in this section for additional information. F3 (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to enter fast reverse mode. Holding the pushbutton will play in reverse at four times the normal speed. After holding it for more than four seconds it will play in reverse at 32 times the normal speed.
Page 298 TUNE/SEL knob: Turn to the left one notch to go to the start of the current track. Turn it again to go to the previous track, or turn to the right one notch to go to the next track. ©¨ (Scan): Press this double arrow button to listen to each track for 10 seconds.
Page 299 3. Press the tune/sel knob to enter into SETUP. 4. Turn the tune/sel knob until CONFIGURE DISPLAY KEYS appears on the display. 5. Press the tune/sel knob to enter into CONFIGURE DISPLAY KEYS. 6. Turn the tune/sel knob to select which of the four conﬁgurable keys you would like to change.
Page 300: Xm Radio Messages
XM Radio Messages Radio Display Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, Channels) after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. Updating Updating encryption code The encryption code in the receiver is being updated, and no No Signl Loss of signal Loading Acquiring channel audio...
Page 301 Radio Display Message No Info Song/Program Title not available No Info Category Name not available NotFound No channel available for the chosen category No Info No Text/Informational message available XM Lock Theft lock active Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) If tuned to channel 0, this message will alternate with the Unknown Radio ID not known (should only occur with...
Page 302: Navigation/Radio System
Navigation/Radio System Your vehicle may have a navigation radio system. The navigation system has built-in features intended to minimize driver distraction. Technology alone, no matter how advanced, can never replace your own judgment. See the Navigation System manual for some tips to help you reduce distractions while driving.
Page 303 Headphones The RSE includes two 2-channel wireless headphones that are dedicated to this system. These headphones are used to listen to media such as CDs, DVDs, MP3s, DVDAs, radio, or any auxiliary source connected to the auxiliary input jack, if your vehicle has this feature or A/V jacks.
Page 304 For optimal audio performance, the headphones must be worn correctly. The symbol L (Left) will appear on the upper left side, above the ear pad and should be positioned on the left ear. The symbol R (Right) will appear on the upper right side, above the ear pad and should be positioned on the right ear.
Page 305 Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks The A/V jacks are located on the rear of the ﬂoor console. The A/V jacks allow audio or video signals to be connected from an auxiliary device such as a camcorder or a video game unit to the RSE system.
Page 306 How to Change the RSE Video Screen Settings The screen display mode (normal, full, and zoom), screen brightness, and setup menu language can be changed from the on screen setup menu. To change any feature, perform the following: 1. Press the display menu button on the remote control.
Page 307 Video Screen The video screen is located in the RSE overhead console. To use the video screen, do the following: 1. Push the release button located on the RSE overhead console. 2. Rotate the screen to the desired position. When the video screen is not in use, push it up into its locked position.
Page 308 Remote Control Buttons (Power): Press this button to turn the video screen on and off. (Illumination): Press this button to turn the remote control backlight on. The backlight will automatically time out after 7 to 10 seconds if no other button is pressed while the backlight is on.
Page 309 (Stop): Press this button to stop playing, rewinding, or fast forwarding a DVD. Press this button twice to return to the beginning of the DVD. (Play/Pause): Press this button to start playing a DVD. Press this button while a DVD is playing to pause it.
Page 310 (Subtitles): Press this button to turn ON/OFF subtitles and to move through subtitle options when a DVD is playing. The format and content of this function will vary for each disc. AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to switch the system between the DVD player and an auxiliary source.
Page 311 Battery Replacement To change the remote control batteries, do the following: 1. Remove the battery compartment door located on the bottom of the remote control. 2. Replace the two AA batteries in the compartment. Make sure that they are installed correctly, using the diagram on the inside of the battery compartment.
Page 312: Dvd Display Error Messages
Problem Recommended Action The auxiliary source is Check that the RSE video running but there is no screen is in the auxiliary picture or sound. source mode. Check the auxiliary input connections at both devices. Sometimes the wireless Check for obstructions, headphone audio cuts out low batteries, reception or buzzes.
Page 313: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
DVD Distortion Video distortion may occur when operating cellular phones, scanners, CB radios, Global Position Systems (GPS)*, two-way radios, mobile fax, or walkie talkies. It may be necessary to turn off the DVD player when operating one of these devices in or near the vehicle.
Page 314 (Power): Press this button to turn the RSA on or off. Volume: Turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume of the wired headphones. The left knob controls the left headphones and the right knob controls the right headphones. SRCE (Source): Press this button to switch between the radio (AM/FM), XM™...
Page 315: Theft-Deterrent Feature
PROG (Program): Press this button to go to the next preset radio station or channel set on the main radio. This function is inactive, with some radios, if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio. When a CD or DVD audio is playing, press this button to go to the beginning of the CD or DVD audio.
Page 316: Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Audio Steering Wheel Controls Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. Your vehicle has audio steering wheel controls, they may differ depending on your vehicle’s options. The audio steering wheel controls include the following: (Next/Previous): Press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or to the previous radio station stored as a favorite.
Page 317: Radio Reception
(Volume): Press the plus or minus button to increase or to decrease the radio volume. ¨ (Seek): Press the seek arrow to go to the next radio station while in AM, FM, or XM™ (if equipped). Press this button to go to the next track or chapter while sourced to the DVD slot.
Page 318: Care Of Your Cds And Dvds
Care of Your CDs and DVDs Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. The CD player scans the bottom surface of the disc. If the surface of a CD is damaged, such as cracked, broken, or scratched, the CD will not play properly or not at all.
Page 319: Xm™ Satellite Radio Antenna System
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System The XM™ Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of your vehicle. Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice build up for clear radio reception. If your vehicle has a sunroof, the performance of the XM™...
Page 320 NOTES...
Page 321: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ... 322 Defensive Driving ... 322 Drunken Driving ... 323 Control of a Vehicle ... 326 Braking ... 326 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ... 327 Braking in Emergencies ... 329 Locking Differential ... 329 Road Sensing Suspension ...
Page 322: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 18. CAUTION: Defensive driving really means “Be ready for anything.”...
Page 323: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It is 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: •...
Page 324 According to the American Medical Association, a 180 lb (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 ml) of liquors like whiskey, gin, or vodka.
Page 325 But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent.
Page 326: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering, and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you are driving on snow or ice, it is easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide.
Page 327: 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. The brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. The brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking.
Page 328 Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here is 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 329: Braking In Emergencies
Remember: ABS does not change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Page 330: Stabilitrak ® System
RSS also interacts with the tow/haul mode that, when engaged, will provide additional control of the shock absorbers. This additional control results in better ride and handling characteristics when the vehicle is loaded or towing a trailer. See “Tow/Haul Mode” under Towing a Trailer on page 380.
Page 331 The StabiliTrak will ﬂash on the instrument panel cluster when the system is both on and activated. You may also feel or hear the system working; this is normal. The traction control disable button is located on the instrument panel below the climate controls.
Page 332 When the transfer case is in 4LO, the stability system is automatically disabled, the StabiliTrak light will come on and the STABILITRAK OFF message will appear on the DIC. Both traction ® control and StabiliTrak are automatically disabled in this condition. Traction Control Operation The traction control system is part of the ®...
Page 333: All-Wheel Drive (Awd) System
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System With this feature, engine power is sent to all four wheels at all times. This is like four-wheel drive, but there is no separate lever or switch to engage or disengage the front axle. It is fully automatic, and adjusts itself as needed for road ®...
Page 334 Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems — steering and acceleration — have to do their work where the tires meet the road. Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places. You can lose control. ®...
Page 335: Off-Road Recovery
An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object.
Page 336: Passing
Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds.
Page 337 • When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up, start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and do not get too close. Time your move so you will be increasing speed as the time comes to move into the other lane. If the way is clear to pass, you will have a running start that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping back.
Page 338: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems — brakes, steering, and acceleration — do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, do not give up.
Page 339: Off-Road Driving
While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding.
Page 340 The following steps must be performed on the bolts and snap features to remove the air dam: 1. Remove the two outboard air dam bolts. 2. With a ﬂat-blade screwdriver, push down on the snap features and disengage the snaps. 3.
Page 341 Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving CAUTION: • Cargo on the load ﬂoor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop. You or your passengers could be injured. Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks.
Page 342 • Avoid any driving practice that could damage the environment — shrubs, ﬂowers, trees, grasses — or disturb wildlife. This includes wheel-spinning, breaking down trees, or unnecessary driving through streams or over soft ground. • Always carry a litter bag — make sure all refuse is removed from any campsite before leaving.
Page 343 Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off-road driving. One of the best ways to control your vehicle is to control your speed. Here are some things to keep in mind. At higher speeds: • You approach things faster and you have less time to scan the terrain for obstacles.
Page 344 • Does the travel take you uphill or downhill? There is more discussion of these subjects later. • Will you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly? When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a ﬁrm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs, or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you are not prepared.
Page 345 Driving on Off-Road Hills Off-road driving often takes you up, down, or across a hill. Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what your vehicle can and cannot do. There are some hills that simply cannot be driven, no matter how well built the vehicle.
Page 346 • What is beyond the hill? Is there a cliff, an embankment, a drop-off, a fence? Get out and walk the hill if you do not know. It is the smart way to ﬁnd out. • Is the hill simply too rough? Steep hills often have ruts, gullies, troughs, and exposed rocks because they are more susceptible to the effects of erosion.
Page 347 CAUTION: Driving to the top (crest) of a hill at full speed can cause an accident. There could be a drop-off, embankment, cliff, or even another vehicle. You could be seriously injured or killed. As you near the top of a hill, slow down and stay alert.
Page 348 Here are some things you must not do if you stall, or are about to stall, when going up a hill. • Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into NEUTRAL (N) to rev-up the engine and regain forward momentum. This will not work.
Page 349 Driving Downhill When off-roading takes you downhill, you will want to consider a number of things: • How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain vehicle control? • What is the surface like? Smooth? Rough? Slippery? Hard-packed dirt? Gravel? •...
Page 350 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 is not too steep to drive down may be too steep to drive across.
Page 351: 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: •...
Page 352 What if I am driving across an incline that is 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 353 Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice When you drive in mud, snow, or sand, the wheels will not get good traction. You cannot accelerate as quickly, turning is more difficult, and you will need longer braking distances. It is best to use a low gear when you are in mud —the deeper the mud, the lower the gear.
Page 354 Driving in Water Heavy rain can mean ﬂash ﬂooding, and ﬂood waters demand extreme caution. Find out how deep the water is before you drive through it. If it is deep enough to cover the wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust pipe, do not try it — you probably will not get through.
Page 355: 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 356: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare, as from a driver who does not lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps, slow down a little.
Page 357 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road, and even people walking. It is wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer ﬂuid reservoir ﬁlled with washer ﬂuid.
Page 358 Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
Page 359 Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION: Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. If you try to drive through ﬂowing water, as you might at a low water crossing, your vehicle can be carried away. As little as six inches of ﬂowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle.
Page 360: City Driving
City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You will 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: •...
Page 361: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways — also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways — are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 362: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to the next exit. The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.
Page 363: 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 364: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in ﬂat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. See Off-Road Driving on page 339 for information about driving off-road.
Page 365 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 would not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill.
Page 366: Winter Driving
Winter Driving 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. Also see Tires on page 454. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, a red cloth, and a couple of reﬂective warning...
Page 367 What is the worst time for this? Wet ice. Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it is about freezing, 32°F (0°C), and freezing rain begins to fall.
Page 368 If You Are 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.
Page 369 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 cannot 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 370: If Your Vehicle Is Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice, Or Snow
If Your Vehicle is 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 do not want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck, but you must use caution.
Page 371: Recovery Hooks
By slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions, you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle. If that does not get your vehicle out after a few tries, it may need to be towed out. Or, you can use the recovery hooks.
Page 372: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it was designed to carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certiﬁcation/ Tire label.
Page 373 The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the size of the original equipment tires (C) and the recommended cold tire inﬂation pressures (D). For more information on tires and inﬂation see Tires on page 454 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 460.
Page 374 Example 1 Item Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) Available Occupant and Cargo Weight Total Item 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 300 lbs (136 kg) 700 lbs (317 kg) Example 2 Description Vehicle Capacity Weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) for Example 2 Subtract Occupant...
Page 375 Example 3 Item Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs (91 kg) Available Cargo Weight Refer to your vehicle’s tire and loading information label for speciﬁc information about your vehicle’s capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle’s capacity weight.
Page 376 To ﬁnd out the actual loads on your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle. Your dealer can help you with this. Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the center line.
Page 377 If you put things inside your vehicle — like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else — they go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going.
Page 378: Towing
Automatic Level Control The automatic level control rear suspension comes as a part of the Road Sensing Suspension. See Road Sensing Suspension on page 329. This type of level control is fully automatic and will provide a better leveled riding position as well as better handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions.
Page 379: Recreational Vehicle Towing
Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle — such as behind a motorhome. The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as “dinghy towing” (towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground) and “dolly towing”...
Page 380: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See New Vehicle Break-In on page 123 for more information. CAUTION: If you do not 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 —...
Page 381 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 382 Tow/haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75 percent of the vehicle’s Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR). See “Weight of the Trailer” later in this section. Press the button at the end of the shift lever to enable/disable the tow/haul mode.
Page 383 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. It can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle, and the amount of tongue weight the vehicle can carry.
Page 384 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 385 After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper. If they aren’t, you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer. Trailering may be limited by the vehicle’s ability to carry tongue weight.
Page 386 Your vehicle now weighs: Weight is still below 7,200 lbs (3 266 kg) and you may think that you should subtract 700 additional pounds (318 kg) from your trailering capacity to stay within GCWR limits. Your maximum trailer would only be 7,800 lbs (3 538 kg). You may go further and think you must limit tongue weight to less than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) to avoid exceeding GVWR.
Page 387 Weight-Distributing Hitches and Weight Carrying Hitches (A) Body-to-Ground Distance (B) Front of Vehicle When using a weight-distributing hitch, the hitch must be adjusted so that the distance (A) remains the same both before and after coupling the trailer to the tow vehicle. If you’ll be pulling a trailer that, when loaded, will weigh more than 5,000 lbs (2 270 kg) be sure to use a properly mounted weight-distributing hitch...
Page 388 Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself.
Page 389 Making Turns Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal.
Page 390 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.
Page 391 Trailer Wiring Harness Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Package Your vehicle is equipped with the seven-wire trailer towing harness. This harness with a seven-pin universal heavy-duty trailer connector is attached to the rear bumper beam. It is located next to the integrated trailer hitch. The seven-wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: •...
Page 392: Trailer Recommendations
Electric Brake Control Wiring Provisions These wiring provisions are included with your vehicle as part of the heavy-duty trailer wiring package. These provisions are for an electric brake controller. The red/black stripe power feed will not be connected to the battery until the ring terminal is unstowed and connected to the underhood electrical center.
Page 393: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service ... 396 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ... 397 California Proposition 65 Warning ... 397 Doing Your Own Service Work ... 398 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ... 399 Fuel ... 399 Gasoline Octane ... 399 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ...
Page 394 Section 5 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ... 453 Tires ... 454 Tire Sidewall Labeling ... 455 Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions ... 457 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ... 460 High-Speed Operation ... 462 Tire Pressure Monitor System ... 462 Tire Inspection and Rotation ... 467 When It Is Time for New Tires ...
Page 395 Section 5 Vehicle Identiﬁcation ... 508 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) ... 508 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label ... 508 Electrical System ... 509 Add-On Electrical Equipment ... 509 Windshield Wiper Fuses ... 509 Power Windows and Other Power Options ... 509 Service and Appearance Care Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...
Page 396: Service
Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service needs. You will get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you will want to keep your GM vehicle all GM.
Page 397: Accessories And Modiﬁcations
Accessories and Modiﬁcations When you add non-GM accessories to your vehicle they can affect your vehicle’s performance and safety, including such things as, airbags, braking, stability, ride and handling, emissions systems, aerodynamics, durability, and electronic systems like anti-lock brakes, traction control and stability control.
Page 398: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work 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 399: Fuel
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airﬂow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle. Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Page 400: California Fuel
California Fuel If your vehicle is certiﬁed to meet California Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California speciﬁcations. See the underhood emission control label. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal speciﬁcations, but emission control system performance may be affected.
Page 401: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts. That damage would not be covered under your warranty. Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese...
Page 402: Filling The Tank
Filling the Tank CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling.
Page 403 CAUTION: If you spill fuel 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.
Page 404: 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. To help avoid injury to you and others: •...
Page 405: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood do the following: 1. Pull the handle with this symbol on it. It is located inside the vehicle to the lower left of the steering wheel. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release, near the center of the grille.
Page 406: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 6.2L engine here is what you will see:...
Page 407: Engine Oil
A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 412. B. Air Filter Restriction Indicator (If Equipped). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 412. C. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System on page 426 and Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap on page 422.
Page 408 The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 406 for the location of the engine oil dipstick. 1. Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you do not do this, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level.
Page 409 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things: • GM6094M Your vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GM Standard GM6094M. You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. • SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle.
Page 410: Engine Oil Life System
If you are in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below 20°F ( 29°C), it is recommended that you use either an SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures.
Page 411 How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change your engine oil and ﬁlter based on vehicle use. Anytime your oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required.
Page 412: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 406 for the location of the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter and the air ﬁlter restriction indicator, if the vehicle has one. When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter If your vehicle has an air ﬁlter restriction indicator, it lets you know when the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter needs to be replaced.
Page 413 How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Vehicles With an Air Filter Restriction Indicator Locate the air ﬁlter restriction indicator on the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter cover. When the indicator turns black or is in the red/orange “change” zone, replace the ﬁlter and reset the indicator. See the steps following to replace the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter and to reset the air ﬁlter restriction indicator.
Page 414 3. Remove the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter from the housing. Care should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible. 4. Clean the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter sealing surfaces and the housing. 5. Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter. 6. Reinstall the cover and tighten the screws. 7.
Page 415: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid It is usually not necessary to check the transmission ﬂuid level. A transmission ﬂuid leak is the only reason for ﬂuid loss. If you suspect a small leak, then use the following checking procedures to check the ﬂuid level.
Page 416 5. Keep the engine running and press the Trip/Fuel button until TRANS TEMP (Transmission Temperature) displays on the Driver Information Center (DIC). 6. Using the TRANS TEMP reading, determine and perform the appropriate check procedure. If the TRANS TEMP reading is not within the required temperature ranges, allow the vehicle to cool, or operate the vehicle until the appropriate transmission ﬂuid temperature...
Page 417 5. If the ﬂuid level is below the COLD check band, add only enough ﬂuid as necessary to bring the level into the COLD band. It does not take much ﬂuid, generally less than one pint (0.5L). Do not overﬁll. 6.
Page 418 2. Flip the handle up, and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 3. Install the dipstick by pushing it back in all the way, wait three seconds, and then pull it back out again.
Page 419: Engine Coolant
Consistency of Readings Always check the ﬂuid level at least twice using the procedures described. Consistency (repeatable readings) is important to maintaining proper ﬂuid level. If ﬂuid is added, it may take 15 minutes or longer to obtain an accurate reading because of residual ﬂuid draining down the dipstick tube.
Page 420 What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water ® and one-half DEX-COOL coolant which will not damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you do not need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous.
Page 421 Checking Coolant The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 406 for more information on location. CAUTION: Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly.
Page 422: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured. The coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the coolant surge tank.
Page 423 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. Turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down.
Page 424 If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine The ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE or the ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE message, along with a low coolant condition, can indicate a serious problem. If you get an engine overheat warning, but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Page 425: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your vehicle immediately. If there is still no sign of steam and your vehicle is equipped with an engine-driven cooling fan, push down the accelerator until the engine speed is about twice as fast as normal idle speed for at least ﬁve minutes while you are parked.
Page 426: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: A. Coolant Surge Tank B. Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap C. Engine Cooling Fan CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.
Page 427 The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark. If it is not, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump, or somewhere else in the cooling system.
Page 428 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you have not found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling...
Page 429 CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning.
Page 430 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly, and remove it. 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, to the FULL COLD mark. 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.
Page 431: Engine Fan Noise
5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated. 6. Verify coolant level after engine is shut off and the coolant is cold. If necessary, repeat coolant ﬁll procedure Steps 1 through 6. Engine Fan Noise Your vehicle has electric cooling fans, you may hear the fans spinning at low speed during...
Page 432: Windshield Washer Fluid
How to Check Power Steering Fluid To check the power steering ﬂuid, do the following: 1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down. 2. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean. 3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag.
Page 433: Brakes
Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer ﬂuid until the tank is full. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 406 for reservoir location. Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. •...
Page 434 So, it is not a good idea to top off your brake ﬂuid. Adding brake ﬂuid will not correct a leak. If you add ﬂuid when your linings are worn, then you will have too much ﬂuid when you get new brake linings.
Page 435 What to Add When you do need brake ﬂuid, use only DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Use new brake ﬂuid from a sealed container only. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 533. Always clean the brake ﬂuid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it.
Page 436 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 437: Battery
Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality GM brake parts.
Page 438: Jump Starting
Jump Starting If your vehicle’s battery (or batteries) has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely. CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: •...
Page 439 Notice: If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always turn off your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle. 3.
Page 440 CAUTION: An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded.
Page 441 CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock.
Page 442 9. Connect the other end of the negative ( ) cable to the remote negative ( ) terminal, on the vehicle with the dead battery. 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 11.
Page 443: All-Wheel Drive
To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the vehicle that had the bad battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3.
Page 444: Rear Axle
How to Check Lubricant (A) Drain Plug (B) Filler Plug To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole, located on the transfer case, you’ll need to add some lubricant.
Page 445 All axle assemblies are ﬁlled by volume of ﬂuid during production. They are not ﬁlled to reach a certain level. When checking the ﬂuid level on any axle, variations in the readings can be caused by factory ﬁll differences between the minimum and the maximum ﬂuid volume.
Page 446: Front Axle
Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A ﬂuid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface.
Page 447: Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp Aiming The vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system. The aim of the headlamps have been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment. However, if the vehicle is damaged in an accident, the aim of the headlamps may be affected and adjustment may be necessary.
Page 448: To Adjust Vertical Aim
To adjust the vertical aim, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 405 for more information. 2. Locate the center of 3. Measure the distance from the ground to the center of the projector lens of the low-beam headlamp.
Page 449 7. Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws, which are under the hood near each headlamp assembly. The adjustment screw can be turned with a E8 ® Torx socket. 8. Turn the vertical aiming screw until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line.
Page 450: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 452. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting CAUTION: The low beam high intensity discharge lighting system operates at a very high voltage.
Page 451 2. Remove the two screws from the taillamp assembly. 3. Pull the taillamp assembly straight back to remove. 4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp assembly. 5. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket. 6.
Page 452: License Plate Lamp
License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 1. Reach under the rear bumper for the bulb socket. 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull the bulb socket out of the connector. 3. Pull the old bulb from the bulb socket, keeping the bulb straight as you pull it out.
Page 453: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 523. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. To replace the wiper blade assembly, do the following: 1.
Page 454: Tires
Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet included with your vehicle.
Page 455: Tire Sidewall Labeling
22-Inch Tires If your vehicle has the optional 22-inch P285/45R22 size tires, they are classiﬁed as touring tires and are designed for on-road use. The low-proﬁle, wide tread design is not recommended for off-road driving. See Off-Road Driving on page 339, for additional information. Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into the sidewall.
Page 456 (B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation): Original equipment tires designed to GM’s speciﬁc tire performance criteria have a TPC speciﬁcation code molded onto the sidewall. GM’s TPC speciﬁcations meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines. (C) DOT (Department of Transportation): The Department of Transportation (DOT) code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U.S.
Page 457: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
(B) Tire Width: The three-digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall. (C) Aspect Ratio: A two-digit number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 75, as shown in item C of the light truck (LT-Metric) tire illustration, it would mean that the tire’s sidewall is 75% as high as it is wide.
Page 458 Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up heat from driving. See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 460. Curb Weight: This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, but without passengers and cargo.
Page 459 Normal Occupant Weight: The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs (68 kg). See Loading Your Vehicle on page 372. Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions. Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehicle.
Page 460: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards): A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire’s traction, temperature, and treadwear. Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures. The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire. See Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 473.
Page 461 A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar), below the driver’s door lock post (striker). This label lists your vehicle’s original equipment tires and their recommended cold tire inﬂation pressures. The recommended cold tire inﬂation pressure, shown on the label, is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle’s maximum load carrying capacity.
Page 462: High-Speed Operation
High-Speed Operation CAUTION: Driving at high speeds, 100 mph (160 km/h) or higher, puts an additional strain on tires. Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat build up and can cause sudden tire failure. You could have a crash and you or others could be killed. Some high-speed rated tires require inﬂation pressure adjustment for high speed operation.
Page 463 When a low tire pressure condition is detected, the TPMS will illuminate the low tire pressure warning symbol located on the instrument panel cluster. If your vehicle has the DIC feature, a message to check the pressure in a speciﬁc tire will also appear on the DIC display.
Page 464 Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inﬂate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a signiﬁcantly under-inﬂated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inﬂation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Page 465 Your vehicle’s TPMS can alert you about a low tire pressure condition but it does not replace normal tire maintenance. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 467 and Tires on page 454. Notice: Do not use a tire sealant if your vehicle has Tire Pressure Monitors.
Page 466 6. Remove the valve cap from the valve cap stem. Activate the TPMS sensor by increasing or decreasing the tire’s air pressure for ﬁve seconds, or until a horn chirp sounds. The horn chirp, which make take up to 30 seconds to sound, conﬁrms that the sensor identiﬁcation code has been matched to this tire and wheel position.
Page 467: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Industry and Science Canada The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) operates on a radio frequency and complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
Page 468 When rotating your vehicle’s tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here. Do not include the spare tire in the tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inﬂation pressures as shown on the tire and loading information label.
Page 469: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it is 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.
Page 470: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched speciﬁc tires for your vehicle. The original equipment tires installed on your vehicle, when it was new, were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation (TPC spec) system rating. If you need replacement tires, GM strongly recommends that you get tires with the same TPC Spec rating.
Page 471 CAUTION: If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle, the wheel rim ﬂanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail suddenly, causing a crash. Use only radial-ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle. If you must replace your vehicle’s tires with those that do not have a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed...
Page 472: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires, this may affect the way your vehicle performs, including its braking, ride and handling characteristics, stability, and resistance to rollover. Additionally, if your vehicle has electronic systems such as, anti-lock brakes, traction control, and electronic stability control, the performance...
Page 473: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which grades tires by treadwear, traction, and temperature performance.
Page 474: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a speciﬁed indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Page 475 Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts.
Page 476: Tire Chains
Tire Chains CAUTION: Do not use tire chains. There is not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension, or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash.
Page 477: Changing A Flat Tire
CAUTION: Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. The jack provided with your vehicle is designed only for changing a ﬂat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack.
Page 478: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
When your vehicle has a ﬂat tire, use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks. The following information will tell you next how to use the jack and change a tire. Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jack and the wheel blocks are located under a cover near the passenger side rear seat.
Page 479 A. Wheel Blocks E. Jack B. Knob F. Jack Head C. Wing Nut G. Mounting Bracket D. Retaining Hook 2. Release the jack (E) from the mounting bracket (G) by turning the knob (B) on the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head (F) from the mounting bracket.
Page 480 Top-Box Storage Unit (Passenger’s Side) 2. Remove the black pouch from the storage box. You now have all of the tools you will need to lower the spare tire and change a ﬂat. To access the spare tire, refer to the following graphics and instructions: A.
Page 481 1. Open the hoist shaft access cover on the bumper to access the spare tire lock (J). 2. Insert the ignition key, turn it clockwise and then pull it to remove the spare tire lock. 3. Assemble the two jack handle extensions (I) and wheel wrench (H) as shown.
Page 482: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
6. Use the wheel 7. Tilt the tire retainer 8. Put the spare tire near the ﬂat tire. Removing the Flat Tire and wrench hook that Installing the Spare Tire allows you to pull the hoist cable Use the following pictures and instructions to towards you, to remove the ﬂat tire and raise the vehicle.
Page 483 1. If the wheel has a smooth center cap, place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry it out. 2. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the wheel...
Page 484 Jacking Locations (Overall View) A. Front Position B. Rear Position CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
Page 485 Front Tire Flat: If the ﬂat tire is on a front tire of the vehicle, you will need to use the jack handle (B) and only one jack handle extension (C). Attach the wheel wrench (D) to the jack handle extension (C). Attach the jack handle (B) to the jack (A).
Page 486 Rear Tire Flat: If the ﬂat tire is on a rear tire of the vehicle, you will need to use the jack handle (B) and both jack handle extensions (C). Attach the wheel wrench (D) to the jack handle extensions (C). Attach the jack handle (B) to the jack (A).
Page 487 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. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 488 CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts.
Page 489: Secondary Latch System
• If you are reinstalling the smooth center cap, place it on the wheel and tap it into place until it seats ﬂush with the wheel. Secondary Latch System Your vehicle has an underbody-mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system.
Page 490 5. If the spare does not lower, turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches (15 cm) of cable is exposed. 6. Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest ends, with the backs facing each other. 7. Place the bottom edge of the jack (A) on the wheel blocks (B),...
Page 491 9. Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire. 10. Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the end ﬁtting. 11. Continue raising the jack until the spare tire stops moving upward and is held ﬁrmly in place.
Page 492: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
14. Tilt the tire retainer 15. Turn the wheel wrench in the hoist shaft hole in the bumper clockwise to raise the cable back up if the cable is hanging under the vehicle. Have the hoist assembly inspected as soon as you can.
Page 493 Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare tire carrier. Refer to the following graphics and instructions to help you: A. Spare Tire/Flat F. Hoist End of Tire (Valve Stem Extension Tool Pointed Down) G. Hoist Shaft B.
Page 494 4. Insert the open end 5. Raise the tire part way upward. Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening. 6. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice.
Page 495: Spare Tire
To store the tools, follow these steps: 1. Return the tools to the tool bag and place it back in the top-box storage unit. 2. Assemble the wheel blocks and jack together with the wing nut by reversing Step 2 under Removing the Spare Tire and Tools on page 478.
Page 496: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Your vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often. Although not always visible, dust and dirt can accumulate on your upholstery. Dirt can damage carpet, fabric, leather, and plastic surfaces.
Page 497 Dust may be removed from small buttons and knobs using a small brush with soft bristles. Your GM dealer has a product for cleaning your vehicle’s glass. Should it become necessary, you can also obtain a product from your GM dealer to remove odors from your vehicle’s upholstery.
Page 498: Fabric/Carpet
Fabric/Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on ﬂoor carpet and carpeted ﬂoor mats. For soils, always try to remove them ﬁrst with plain water or club soda.
Page 499: Leather
Leather A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used. Allow the leather to dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry. Never use steam to clean leather.
Page 500: Wood Panels
Wood Panels Use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use mild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth. Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that the speaker will not be damaged. Clean spots with just water and mild soap.
Page 501: Weatherstrips
Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold, damp weather frequent application may be required. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 533. Washing Your Vehicle The paint ﬁnish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention, and durability.
Page 502: Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle on page 501. Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint ﬁnish.
Page 503: Windshield And Wiper Blades
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 504: Aluminum Or Chrome-Plated Wheels
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels Your vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. Notice: If you use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or...
Page 505: Tires
Tires To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint ﬁnish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle. Sheet Metal Damage If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body...
Page 506: Underbody Maintenance
Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, ﬂoor pan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection.
Page 507: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior Wax-Treated polishing cloth. Tar and Road Removes tar, road oil, Oil Remover and asphalt. Chrome Cleaner Use on chrome or and Polish stainless steel. White Sidewall Removes soil and black Tire Cleaner marks from whitewalls.
Page 508: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) This is the legal identiﬁer for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.
Page 509: Electrical System
Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Do not add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer ﬁrst. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage would not be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Page 510: Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block access door is located on the driver’s outside edge of the instrument panel. Fuses Usage Driver’s Side Power Window Circuit LT DR Breaker REAR SEAT Not Used AUX PWR2 Rear Cargo Area Power Outlets SWC BKLT Steering Wheel Controls Backlight Driver Door Module...
Page 511 Fuses Usage Stoplamps, Center-High Mounted STOP LAMPS Stoplamp REAR HVAC Not Used Passenger Door Module, Universal Home Remote System AUX PWR Accessory Power Outlets IS LPS Interior Lamps UNLCK1 Power Door Lock 1 (Unlock Feature) OBS DET Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist LCK1 Power Door Lock 1 (Lock Feature) Fuses...
Page 512: Top View
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block The center instrument panel fuse block is located underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the steering column. Top View Harness Usage Connector BODY 2 Body Harness Connector 2 BODY 1 Body Harness Connector 1 BODY 3 Body Harness Connector 3 HEADLINER 3 Headliner Harness Connector 3...
Page 513: Underhood Fuse Block
Circuit Breaker Usage Passenger’s Side Power Window Circuit Breaker Passenger’s Seat Circuit Breaker Driver’s Seat Circuit Breaker Not Used Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment, on the driver’s side of the vehicle. To access the fuse/relay block, push in on the tabs on the end of the fuse/relay block cover and lift.
Page 514 Fuses Not Used Electronic Stability Suspension Control, Automatic Level Control Exhaust Usage Fuses Usage Left Trailer Stop/Turn Lamp Engine Controls...
Page 515 Fuses Usage Engine Control Module, Throttle Control Right Trailer Stop/Turn Lamp Front Washer Oxygen Sensors Anti-lock Brakes System 2 Trailer Back-up Lamps Driver’s High Intensity Discharge Lamp Engine Control Module (Battery) Fuel Injectors, Ignition Coils (Right Side) Transmission Control Module (Battery) Vehicle Back-up Lamps Passenger’s Side High Intensity...
Page 516 Fuses Key Ignition System, Theft Deterrent System Windshield Wiper SEO B2 Upﬁtter Usage (Battery) Electric Adjustable Pedals Climate Controls (Battery) Airbag System (Ignition) Ampliﬁer Audio System Not Used Miscellaneous (Ignition), Rear Vision Camera (If Equipped), Cooled Seats, Cruise Control Liftgate Release ®...
Page 517 J-Case Fuses Usage Cooling Fan 1 Automatic Level Control Compressor Not Used Cooling Fan 2 Anti-lock Brake System 1 Starter Stud 2 (Trailer Brakes) Left Bussed Electrical Center 1 Electric Running Boards Heated Windshield Washer System Not Used Stud 1 (Trailer Connector Battery Power) Mid-Bussed Electrical Center 1 Climate Control Blower...
Page 518: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 533 for more information. Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Cooling System Engine Oil with Filter Fuel Tank Transmission Fluid (Pan Removal and Filter Replacement) Transfer Case Fluid Wheel Nut Torque †...
Page 519: Maintenance Schedule
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule ... 520 Introduction ... 520 Maintenance Requirements ... 520 Your Vehicle and the Environment ... 520 Using the Maintenance Schedule ... 521 Scheduled Maintenance ... 523 Additional Required Services ... 525 Maintenance Footnotes ... 527 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...
Page 520: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and...
Page 521: Using The Maintenance Schedule
Using the Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will 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 522 The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 523 should be performed when indicated. See Additional Required Services on page 525 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 527 for further information. CAUTION: Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured.
Page 523: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on, it means that service is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the engine oil life system may not indicate that vehicle service is necessary for over a year.
Page 524 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on page 407. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 410. An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components. See footnote #. Visually check for any leaks or damage.
Page 525: Additional Required Services
Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components.
Page 526 Additional Required Services (cont’d) 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (40 000) (80 000) (120 000) (160 000) (200 000) (240 000) Inspect evaporative control system. An Emission Control Service. See footnotes † and (g). Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires.
Page 527: Maintenance Footnotes
Maintenance Footnotes † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life.
Page 528 (e) 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 529: Owner Checks And Services
(k) If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, inspect the ﬁlter at each engine oil change. (l) Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if necessary. (m) Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation.
Page 530: At Least Once A Month
At Least Once a Month Tire Inﬂation Check Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure they are inﬂated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check the spare tire. See Tires on page 454 for further details. Check to make sure the spare tire is stored securely.
Page 531 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface.
Page 532 Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll.
Page 533: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
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 which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. Engine Oil GM Goodwrench requirements for your vehicle.
Page 534 Usage Fluid/Lubricant SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant Front and Rear (GM Part No. U.S. 12378261, Axle in Canada 10953455) meeting GM Speciﬁcation 9986115. Manual Transmission Fluid Transfer Case (GM Part No. U.S. 88861800, in Canada 88861801). Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant Front Axle (GM Part No.
Page 535: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your GM dealer. Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Oil Filter Spark Plugs Wiper Blades Front – 21.6 inches (55.0 cm) Rear –...
Page 536: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Engine Drive Belt Routing...
Page 537: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 520. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 529 can be added on the following record pages.
Page 538 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II...
Page 539 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II...
Page 540 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II...
Page 541: Customer Assistance Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information ... 542 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ... 542 Online Owner Center ... 545 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ... 546 Customer Assistance Offices ... 546 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ... 547 Roadside Service ... 548 Courtesy Transportation ...
Page 542: Customer Assistance And Information
Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Cadillac. 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 543 STEP THREE (United States Owners): Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisﬁed with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisﬁed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should ﬁle with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program to enforce your rights.
Page 544 STEP THREE (Canadian Owners): General Motors Participation in the Mediation/Arbitration Program In the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after the following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two. General Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no-charge mediation/Arbitration program.
Page 545: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center Online Owner Center (United States only) The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs. Speciﬁc vehicle information can be found in one place. The Online Owner Center allows you to: • Get e-mail service reminders. •...
Page 546: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Customer Assistance Offices Cadillac encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. However, if a customer wishes to write or e-mail Cadillac, the letter should be addressed to: United States — Customer Assistance Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O.
Page 547: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
Overseas — Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) — Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma # 2740 Col.
Page 548: Roadside Service
New Vehicle Limited Warranty, up to a maximum coverage of $100. These services are provided at a nominal charge if the Cadillac is no longer covered by the warranties listed previously. Roadside Service is available only in the United States and Canada.
Page 549 Cadillac Owner Privileges™ Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner Privileges™ at “no charge,” throughout your Cadillac Warranty Period — 48 months/ 50,000 miles (80 000 km). Emergency Road Service is performed on site for the following situations: • Towing Service: Emergency towing from a...
Page 550 Alternative Service: There may be times when Roadside Service cannot provide timely assistance. Your advisor may authorize you to secure local emergency road service, and you will be reimbursed up to $100 upon submission of the original receipt to Cadillac Roadside ® Service...
Page 551 A description of the problem • Name, home address, home telephone number • Location of your Cadillac and number you are calling from • The model year, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN), odometer reading, and date of delivery While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while traveling for you and your family.
Page 552: Courtesy Transportation
Towing and Road Service Exclusions Speciﬁcally excluded from Roadside Service coverage are towing or services for vehicles operated on a non-public roadway or highway, ﬁnes, impound towing caused by a violation of local, Municipal, State, Provincial or Federal law, and mounting, dismounting or changing of snow tires, chains or other traction devices.
Page 553 Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait, GM helps to minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances, your dealer can offer you one of the following: Shuttle Service Shuttle Service is the preferred means of offering Courtesy Transportation and participating...
Page 554 All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. Cadillac and General Motors of Canada reserve the right to unilaterally modify, change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at their sole discretion.
Page 555: Vehicle Data Collection And Event Data Recorders
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and, if so equipped, to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control...
Page 556: Collision Damage Repair
To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data is required. GM will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than: • with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee, •...
Page 557 Collision Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with the same materials and construction methods as the parts with which your vehicle was originally built. Genuine GM Collision parts are your best choice to assure that your vehicle’s designed appearance, durability and safety are preserved.
Page 558 Insuring Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. There are signiﬁcant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms. Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to your GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs by using aftermarket collision parts.
Page 559 • If your vehicle cannot be driven, know where the towing service will be taking it. Get a card from the tow truck operator or write down the driver’s name, the service’s name, and the phone number. • Remove any valuables from your vehicle before it is towed away.
Page 560: Reporting Safety Defects
Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs, GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair. If you have a pre-determined repair facility of choice, take your vehicle there, or have it towed there.
Page 561: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify us. Please call us at 1-800-458-8006, or write: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. Box 33169 Detroit, MI 48232-5169...
Page 562: Service Publications Ordering Information
In Canada, please call us at 1-888-446-2000. Or, write: Canadian Cadillac Customer Communication Centre, CA1-163-005 General Motors of Canada Limited 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
Page 563 Owner Information Owner publications are written speciﬁcally for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 US + Processing Fee Without Portfolio: Owner Manual only.
Page 564 NOTES...
Page 565 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ... 397 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ... 217 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ... 85 Additives, Fuel ... 400 Add-On Electrical Equipment ... 509 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ... 128 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ... 412 Air Conditioning ... 219 Airbag Passenger Status Indicator ...
Page 566 Appearance Care (cont.) Weatherstrips ... 501 Windshield and Wiper Blades ... 503 Wood Panels ... 500 Ashtray(s) ... 218 Audio System(s) ... 267 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ... 316 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ... 318 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ... 318 Chime Level Adjustment ...
Page 567 Calibration ... 143, 145 California Fuel ... 400 California Proposition 65 Warning ... 397 Canadian Owners ... 3 Capacities and Speciﬁcations ... 518 Carbon Monoxide ... 104, 114, 141, 366, 380 Care of Safety Belts ... 500 Your CD and DVD Player ... 318 Your CDs and DVDs ...
Page 568 Climate Control System Dual Automatic ... 219 Outlet Adjustment ... 224 Clock ... 218 Collision Damage Repair ... 556 Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt ... 35 Compass ... 143, 145 Content Theft-Deterrent ... 118 Control of a Vehicle ... 326 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage ...
Page 569 Driver Information Center (DIC) ... 243 DIC Operation and Displays ... 243 DIC Vehicle Customization ... 257 DIC Warnings and Messages ... 248 Driving At Night ... 355 City ... 360 Defensive ... 322 Drunken ... 323 Freeway ... 361 Hill and Mountain Roads ...
Page 570 Filter Engine Air Cleaner ... 412 Finish Damage ... 505 Fixed Mast Antenna ... 318 Flashers, Hazard Warning ... 194 Flash-to-Pass ... 198 Flat Tire ... 476 Flat Tire, Changing ... 477 Flat Tire, Storing ... 492 Fluid Automatic Transmission ... 415 Power Steering ...
Page 571 Hazard Warning Flashers ... 194 Head Restraints ... 15 Headlamp Aiming ... 447 Headlamps Automatic Headlamp System ... 210 Bulb Replacement ... 450 Daytime Running Lamps ... 209 Flash-to-Pass ... 198 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting ... 450 High/Low Beam Changer ... 197 On Reminder ...
Page 572 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ... 455 Lamps Battery Run-Down Protection ... 212 Dome ... 212 Dome Lamp Override ... 212 Exterior ... 204 Exterior Cargo ... 211 Fog ... 211 Reading ... 212 LATCH System Child Restraints ... 51 License Plate Lamps ... 452 Light Airbag Readiness ...
Page 573 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ... 525 At Each Fuel Fill ... 529 At Least Once a Month ... 530 At Least Once a Year ... 530 Introduction ... 520 Maintenance Footnotes ... 527 Maintenance Record ... 537 Maintenance Requirements ... 520 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...
Page 574 Odometer ... 227 Odometer, Trip ... 227 Off-Road Driving ... 339 Off-Road Recovery ... 335 Engine ... 407 Pressure Light ... 240 Oil, Engine Oil Life System ... 410 Older Children, Restraints ... 39 Online Owner Center ... 545 ® OnStar System, see OnStar Other Warning Devices ...
Page 575 Power (cont.) Retained Accessory (RAP) ... 125 Running Boards ... 114 Seat ... 8 Steering Fluid ... 431 Windows ... 116 Pretensioners, Safety Belt ... 38 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ... 102 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 22 Radios ...
Page 576 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems ... 86 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ... 87 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ... 125 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ... 31 Road Sensing Suspension ... 329 Roadside Service ... 548 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ...
Page 577 Security Light ... 240 Service ... 396 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ... 397 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ... 399 California Proposition 65 Warning ... 397 Doing Your Own Work ... 398 Engine Soon Light ... 236 Publications Ordering Information ... 562 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...
Page 578 Tachometer ... 227 Tailgate ... 114 Taillamps Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps ... 450 Theft-Deterrent, Radio ... 315 Theft-Deterrent Systems ... 117 Content Theft-Deterrent ... 118 ® PASS-Key III+ ... 120 ® PASS-Key III+ Operation ... 121 Throttle, Adjustable ... 128 Tilt Wheel ...
Page 579 Traction Locking Differential ... 329 Road Sensing Suspension ... 329 ® StabiliTrak System ... 330 Trailer Recommendations ... 392 Transmission Fluid, Automatic ... 415 Transmission Operation, Automatic ... 129 Trip Odometer ... 227 Truck-Camper Loading Information ... 378 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ... 196 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...
Page 580 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ... 225 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages ... 248 Hazard Warning Flashers ... 194 Other Warning Devices ... 194 Safety and Symbols ... 4 Vehicle Damage ... 5 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ... 474 Different Size ...

Cadillac 2007 Escalade EXT Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats

Rear Seats

Safety Belts

Child Restraints

Airbag System

Restraint System Check

Section 2 Features and Controls

Features and Controls

Keys

Doors and Locks

Windows

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

Onstar ® System

Universal Home Remote System

Storage Areas

Sunroof

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

Checking Things under the Hood

All-Wheel Drive

Rear Axle

Front Axle

Headlamp Aiming

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Quick Links

Chapters

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