Page 1 ......1-1 Instrument Panel ....1-2 Initial Drive Information .
Page 2 ....10-1 General Information ..10-3 Vehicle Checks ....10-4 Headlamp Aiming .
Page 3 For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual. ® If the vehicle has the Duramax Diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for additional and specific information on this engine.
Page 4 To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found. Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.
Page 5 Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the Index. Adjustable Pedals Airbag Readiness Light Air Conditioning Antilock Brake System (ABS) Audio Steering Wheel Controls ®...
Page 7: Initial Drive Information
Instrument Panel (Base/Uplevel Version) ..... 1-2 Instrument Panel (Premium Version) ..... 1-6 Initial Drive Information .
Page 9 C. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. See Shift Lever. See Tow/Haul Selector Button (If Equipped). See Range Selection Mode (Allison Transmission and Hydra-Matic 6 Speed Button (If Equipped). Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If Equipped). K. Data Link Connector (DLC). (If Equipped). ®...
Page 10 (If Equipped). (If Equipped). X. Power Take Off (PTO) Control (If Equipped). See Power Take Off (PTO) in the Duramax diesel supplement Index. Passenger Airbag Off Control (If Equipped). See...
Page 13 E. Shift Lever. See (If Equipped). G. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. See Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If Equipped). Automatic Transfer Case Control. (If Equipped). M. Data Link Connector (DLC). (If equipped). (If Equipped). Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped). (If Equipped). Pedal Adjust Button (If Equipped).
Page 14 This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual.
Page 15: Climate Control Systems
With this feature the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle. 1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle. 2. Press 3. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold until the turn signal lamps flash. When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running.
Page 16 Turn the hand crank on each door to manually raise or lower the manual windows. If available, the power window switches are located on each of the side doors in the front and rear. The driver door has a switch for the passenger window and rear windows.
Page 17: Front Seats
On vehicles with a manual seat, it can be moved forward or rearward. 1. Lift the bar to unlock the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar. Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place.
Page 18 On vehicles with manual lumbar, the knob is on the outboard side of the seat. Increase or decrease lumbar support by turning the knob forward or rearward. for more information. On vehicles with power lumbar, the control is on the outboard side of the seat.
Page 19 On vehicles with manual reclining seatbacks, the lever is on the outboard side of the seat. To recline the seatback: 1. Lift the recline lever. 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.
Page 20 To save into memory: 1. Adjust the driver seat and seatback recliner, both outside mirrors, and the throttle and brake pedals, if available. for more information. Not all mirrors and adjustable throttles and brake pedals will have the ability to save and recall their positions.
Page 21 Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position.
Page 22 The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. for important information. Vehicles with outside power mirrors and foldaway mirrors have controls located on the driver door. 1. Press (A) or (B) to select the driver or passenger side mirror.
Page 23 Vehicles with a manual rearview mirror can be adjusted to see clearly behind the vehicle. Hold the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. To reduce headlamp glare during nighttime use, pull the tab forward for daytime use and push it for nighttime use.
Page 24 Press the arrow at the bottom of the switch to move the pedals closer to your body. Press the arrow at the top of the switch to move the pedals away from your body. The dome lamps come on when any door is opened.
Page 25 The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Turns off the automatic headlamps and daytime running lamps (DRL). Turn the headlamp control to the off position again to turn the automatic headlamps or DRL back on.
Page 26 Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. Slow wipes. Fast wipes. Push the paddle at the top of the lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield. These systems control the heating, cooling, and ventilation. A.
Page 27 A. Fan Control B. Temperature Control C. Air Delivery Mode Control...
Page 28 A. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls B. Fan Control C. AUTO D. Defrost E. Air Recirculation Outside Air G. Air Delivery Mode Control H. Display Power Button Rear Window Defogger K. Air Conditioning PASS (Passenger) The Range Selection Mode switch, if equipped, is located on the shift lever.
Page 29 Press the plus/minus buttons, located on the steering column shift lever, to select the desired range of gears for current driving conditions. While using Range Selection Mode, cruise control and the Tow/Haul mode can be used. Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode is active.
Page 30 This transfer case knob is located next to the steering column. Each transfer case design offers different drive options. The list below described the different drive options that may be available. This setting is used for driving in most street and highway situations. This setting is ideal for use when road surface traction conditions are variable.
Page 31: Rear Seats
Press to turn the system on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume. Press to choose between FM, AM, or XM , if equipped. Select radio stations. Seek or scan stations. Press to display additional text information related to the current FM-RDS or XM station;...
Page 32 A maximum of 36 stations can be stored as favorites using the six softkeys located below the radio station frequency tabs and by using the radio FAV button. Press FAV to go through up to six pages of favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page.
Page 33: Phone
This vehicle may have an auxiliary input located on the radio faceplate and a USB port located in the center console or on the dashboard. External devices such as an iPod laptop computer, MP3 player, CD changer, or USB storage device. can be connected to the auxiliary port using a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) input cable or the USB port depending...
Page 34 The vehicle's navigation system (if equipped) provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads throughout the United States and Canada. After a destination has been set, the system provides turn-by-turn instructions for reaching the destination. In addition, the system can help locate a variety of points of interest (POI), such as banks, airports, restaurants, and more.
Page 35: Vehicle Features
Some vehicle features can be programmed by using the DIC buttons next to the steering wheel. These features include: Language Door Lock and Unlock Settings RKE Lock and Unlock Feedback Lighting Chime Volume Memory Features The cruise control buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel.
Page 36 The rear vision camera displays a view of the area behind the vehicle when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). This is displayed on the inside rearview mirror or the navigation screen, if equipped. To clean the camera lens, located in the bezel for the tailgate handle, rinse it with water and wipe it with a soft cloth.
Page 37 The Universal Remote System allows for garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices to be programmed to work with these buttons in the vehicle. The sunroof switch is located on the headliner above the rearview mirror. From the closed position, press and hold the rear of the switch to vent the sunroof.
Page 38 There are two sunroof switches located in the overhead console above the rearview mirror. From the closed position, press the rear of the passenger side switch to vent the sunroof. open the sunroof, press and hold the rear of the driver side switch until the sunroof reaches the desired position.
Page 39: Maintenance
To turn off both traction control and StabiliTrak, press and hold until illuminates and the appropriate DIC message displays. See Press and release again to turn on both systems. For more information, see This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS warning light alerts you to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's tires.
Page 40 The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and, on most vehicles, displays a DIC message when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.
Page 41: Scheduled Maintenance
Follow recommended scheduled maintenance. U.S.: TTY Users: Canada: As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program. This program provides technically trained advisors who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to give minor repair information or make towing arrangements.
Page 42: Electrical System
Push this blue button to connect to a specially trained OnStar advisor to verify your account information and to answer questions. Push this red emergency button to get priority help from specially trained OnStar emergency advisors. Push this button for hands free, voice activated calling and to give voice commands for Hands Free Calling and Turn by Turn...
Page 43 This vehicle may have a Talk/Mute button that can be used to interact with OnStar Hands-Free calling. for more information. On some vehicles, the mute button can be used to dial numbers into voice mail systems, or to dial phone extensions.
Page 151: Keys And Locks
Instruments and Controls Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 5-2 Steering Wheel Controls ..5-3 Horn ......5-5 Windshield Wiper/Washer .
Page 152: Controls
Instruments and Controls Vehicle Personalization Vehicle Personalization (with DIC Buttons) ....5-53 Universal Remote System Universal Remote System . . . 5-61 Universal Remote System Programming ....5-61 Universal Remote System Operation .
Page 153: Steering Wheel Controls
Steering Wheel Controls For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. (Next/Previous): Press to select preset or favorite radio stations, select tracks on a ® CD/DVD, or navigate an iPod or USB device. Radio To select preset or favorite radio stations:...
Page 154: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Navigating an iPod or USB Device on the Main Audio Screen (Vehicles with a Navigation System) 1. Press and release select the next or previous track within the selected category. 2. Press and hold to move quickly through the tracks. 3.
Page 155: Windshield Wiper/Washer
For vehicles with a navigation system: 1. Press and hold until a beep is heard, to place the radio into SCAN mode. A station will play for five seconds before moving to the next station. 2. To stop the SCAN function, press again.
Page 156: Windows
Instruments and Controls Windshield Washer WARNING 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): Push the paddle marked with the windshield washer symbol at the top of the multifunction lever, to spray washer fluid on the windshield.
Page 157 2. Find the vehicle's current location and variance zone number on the map. Zones 1 through 15 are available. 3. Press the set/reset button to scroll through and select the appropriate variance zone. 4. Press the trip/fuel button until the vehicle heading, for example, N for North, is displayed in the DIC.
Page 158 Instruments and Controls To calibrate the compass, use the following procedure: Compass Calibration Procedure 1. Before calibrating the compass, make sure the compass zone is set to the variance zone in which the vehicle is located. See Compass Variance (Zone) Procedure earlier in this section.
Page 159 4. Press the button until the 12HR or 24HR time format begins to flash, then turn knob to change the time format. 5. Press the button again until the clock display stops flashing to set the currently displayed time, or wait until the flashing stops after five seconds and the current time displayed automatically sets.
Page 160: Power Outlets
5-10 Instruments and Controls MP3 Radio with a Six-Disc CD Player To set the time and date: 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press the button to turn the radio on. 2. Press the MENU button and then the softkey under the to display HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY (hour, minute, month, day,...
Page 161: Cigarette Lighter
The accessory power outlets are powered, even when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF. Continuing to use power outlets while the ignition is in LOCK/OFF may cause the vehicle's battery to run down. WARNING Power is always supplied to the outlets. Do not leave electrical equipment plugged in when the vehicle is not in use because the vehicle could catch fire and cause...
Page 162: Indicators
5-12 Instruments and Controls Ashtrays The vehicle may have a front ashtray located near the center of the instrument panel. Pull on the door to open it. The ashtray may have a cigarette lighter. If papers, pins, or other flammable items are put in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage the...
Page 163: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls 5-13 Instrument Cluster English Light Duty Premium Shown. Metric, Uplevel, Base, Heavy Duty Similar.
Page 164 5-14 Instruments and Controls Automatic Transmsission Cluster-Mexico Only...
Page 165 Instruments and Controls 5-15 Manual Transmission Cluster-Mexico Only...
Page 166: Trip Odometer
5-16 Instruments and Controls If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information. Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in both kilometers per hour (km/h) and miles per hour (mph).
Page 167 Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). For a description of how Grade Braking affects vehicle speed while the Tow/Haul Mode is activated, see for more information. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information.
Page 168 5-18 Instruments and Controls Here are some situations owners can experience with the fuel gauge. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge. At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gauge indicated.
Page 169: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Oil pressure can vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but if readings are outside the normal operating range, the oil pressure light comes on. for more information. A reading outside the normal operating range can be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure.
Page 170: Voltmeter Gauge
5-20 Instruments and Controls English This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. It also provides an indicator of how hard the vehicle is working. During a majority of the operation, the gauge reads 100°C (210°F) or less. If pulling a load or going up hills, it is normal for the temperature to fluctuate and go over the 113°C (235°F) mark.
Page 171: Safety Belt Reminders
Readings outside the normal operating range can also occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left idling for an extended period. This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle.
Page 172: Airbag Readiness Light
5-22 Instruments and Controls This chime and light are repeated if the passenger remains unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion. If the passenger safety belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on. The front passenger safety belt warning light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag,...
Page 173 Airbag On-Off Light If the vehicle has an airbag on-off switch, it also has a passenger airbag status indicator located in the overhead console. United States Canada and Mexico When the vehicle is started, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol Instruments and Controls for on and off, will light for several seconds as a system check.
Page 174 5-24 Instruments and Controls Canada and Mexico WARNING If the right front passenger's airbag is turned off for a person who is not in a risk group identified by the national government, that person will not have the extra protection of an airbag.
Page 175: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If the vehicle has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position unless there is an airbag off switch located in the glove box. If there is an airbag off switch, the vehicle does not have a passenger system system.
Page 176: Charging System Light
5-26 Instruments and Controls If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service. WARNING If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means...
Page 177: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp A computer system called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems. It ensures that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. This light should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is...
Page 178 5-28 Instruments and Controls To prevent more serious damage to the vehicle: Reduce vehicle speed. Avoid hard accelerations. Avoid steep uphill grades. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle.
Page 179: Brake System Warning Light
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments may have programs to inspect the on-vehicle emission control equipment. For the inspection, the emission system test equipment is connected to the vehicle s Data Link Connector (DLC). The DLC is under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel.
Page 180: Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light
5-30 Instruments and Controls This light can also come on due to low brake fluid. See for more information. Metric English This light comes on briefly when the ignition key is turned to ON/RUN. If it does not come on then, have it fixed so it is ready to warn if there is a problem.
Page 181: Tow/Haul Mode Light
If the regular brake system warning light is also on, the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes. For vehicles with a Driver Information Center (DIC), see for all brake related DIC messages. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information.
Page 182: Engine Oil Pressure Light
5-32 Instruments and Controls The light flashes if the system is active and is working to assist the driver with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. for more information. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information.
Page 183: Security Light
This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off. If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly.
Page 184: Information Displays
5-34 Instruments and Controls The light goes out when the fog lamps are turned off. See for more information. Cruise Control Light For vehicles equipped with cruise control, this light comes on whenever the cruise control is set. The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off.
Page 185 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, transmission temperature, and instantaneous economy and Active Fuel Management indicator.
Page 186 5-36 Instruments and Controls Trip Odometer Press the trip/fuel button until TRIP displays. This display shows the current distance traveled in either kilometers (km) or miles since the last reset for the trip odometer. Pressing the trip odometer reset stem will also display the trip odometer.
Page 187 Average Economy Press the trip/fuel button until AVG ECONOMY displays. This display shows the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number is calculated based on the number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the last time this menu item was reset.
Page 188 5-38 Instruments and Controls An Active Fuel Management indicator displays on the right side of the DIC, while INST ECON displays on the left side. Active Fuel Management allows the engine to operate on either four or eight cylinders, depending on driving demands.
Page 189 Units Press the vehicle information button until UNITS displays. This display allows you to select between metric or English units of measurement. Once in this display, press the set/reset button to select between METRIC or ENGLISH units. All of the vehicle information will then be displayed in the unit of measurement selected.
Page 190 5-40 Instruments and Controls Engine Hours Press the vehicle information button until ENGINE HOURS displays. This display shows the total number of hours the engine has run. Compass Zone Setting This display allows for setting the compass zone. See for more information. Compass Recalibration This display allows for calibrating the compass.
Page 191 Language This display allows you to select the language in which the DIC messages will appear. To select a language: 1. Press the trip odometer reset stem until ODOMETER displays. 2. While in the ODOMETER display, press and hold the trip odometer reset stem for three seconds until the currently set language displays.
Page 192 5-42 Instruments and Controls The trip odometer has a feature called the retro-active reset. This can be used to set the trip odometer to the number of miles (kilometers) driven since the ignition was last turned on. This can be used if the trip odometer is not reset at the beginning of the trip.
Page 193: Vehicle Messages
When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. See CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON under . You should change the oil as soon as you can. In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance...
Page 194: Brake System Messages
5-44 Instruments and Controls SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM On some vehicles, this message displays if there is a problem with the battery charging system. Under certain conditions, the charging system light may also turn on in the instrument panel cluster. .
Page 195: Door Ajar Messages
SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEM On vehicles with the Integrated Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) system, this message displays and a chime may sound when there is a problem with the ITBC system. When this message displays, power is no longer available to the trailer brakes.
Page 196: Engine Cooling System Messages
5-46 Instruments and Controls RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN (Crew Cab) This message displays and a chime may sound if the passenger side rear door is not fully closed and the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). Stop and turn off the vehicle, check the door for obstructions, and close the door again.
Page 197: Engine Oil Messages
Engine Oil Messages CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message displays when the engine oil needs to be changed. When you change the engine oil, be sure to reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message. for information on how to reset the message. See more information.
Page 198: Fuel System Messages
5-48 Instruments and Controls Fuel System Messages FUEL LEVEL LOW This message displays and a chime may sound if the fuel level is low. Refuel as soon as possible. See for more information. TIGHTEN GAS CAP This message may display along with the check engine light on the instrument panel cluster if the vehicle's fuel cap is not tightened...
Page 199: Ride Control System Messages
SERVICE PARK ASSIST If the vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system, this message displays if there is a problem with the URPA system. Do not use this system to help you park. See for more information. See your dealer for service. Ride Control System Messages SERVICE STABILITRAK...
Page 200: Airbag System Messages
5-50 Instruments and Controls There are several conditions that can cause this message to appear. If the vehicle is overheating, which could occur if StabiliTrak activates continuously for an extended period of time. If the brake system warning light is on. See If the stability system takes longer than usual to complete its diagnostic checks due to...
Page 201: Tire Messages
Tire Messages SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM If the vehicle has the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this message displays if a part on the system is not working properly. The tire pressure light also flashes and then remains on during the same ignition cycle.
Page 202: Transmission Messages
5-52 Instruments and Controls Transmission Messages SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE If the vehicle has four-wheel drive, this message may display if a problem occurs with the four-wheel-drive system. If this message appears, stop as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle.
Page 203: Vehicle Personalization
As soon as it is safe to do so, carefully pull the vehicle over to the side of the road and turn the ignition off. Check the wiring connection to the trailer and turn the ignition back on. This message clears if the trailer is reconnected.
Page 204 5-54 Instruments and Controls To change customization preferences, use the following procedure. Entering the Feature Settings Menu 1. Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in P (Park). To avoid excessive drain on the battery, turn the headlamps off. 2.
Page 205 AUTO DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select when the vehicle's doors will automatically lock. See 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 206 5-56 Instruments and Controls REMOTE DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select the type of feedback received when locking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. You will not receive feedback when locking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter if the doors are open.
Page 207 LIGHTS ON (default): The exterior lamps will flash when you press the unlock button on the RKE transmitter. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC.
Page 208 5-58 Instruments and Controls APPROACH LIGHTING This feature allows you to select if the exterior lights turn on briefly during low light periods after unlocking the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Press the customization button until APPROACH LIGHTING appears on the DIC display.
Page 209 DRIVER MIRROR: The driver outside mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). PASSENGER MIRROR: The passenger outside mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). BOTH MIRRORS: The driver and passenger outside mirrors will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse).
Page 210 5-60 Instruments and Controls SEAT ONLY (default): The driver seat will recall. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. MEMORY SEAT RECALL If the vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select your...
Page 211: Universal Remote System
If you do not exit, pressing the customization button again will return you to the beginning of the feature settings menu. Exiting the Feature Settings Menu The feature settings menu will be exited when any of the following occurs: The vehicle is no longer in ON/RUN.
Page 212 5-62 Instruments and Controls The programmed buttons should be erased when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends. See Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons in this section. Park the vehicle outside of the garage when programming a garage door. Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or gate that is being programmed.
Page 213 3. Immediately return to the vehicle. Press and hold the Universal Home Remote button that will be used to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light, above the selected button, should slowly blink. This button may need to be held for up to 20 seconds.
Page 214 5-64 Instruments and Controls Your hand-held transmitter can have between 8 to 12 dip switches depending on the brand of transmitter. The garage door opener receiver (motor head unit) could also have a row of dip switches that can be used when programming the Universal Home Remote.
Page 215 The switch positions on the hand-held transmitter could be labeled as follows: A switch in the up position could be labeled as Up, +, or On. A switch in the down position could be labeled as Down, , or Off. A switch in the middle position could be labeled as Middle, 0, or Neutral.
Page 216 5-66 Instruments and Controls If you wrote Right, press the right button (C) in the vehicle. If you wrote Middle, press the middle button (B) in the vehicle. 5. After entering all of the switch positions, once again firmly press and release all three buttons at the same time.
Page 295 Defensive Driving ... . . 9-2 Drunk Driving ....9-2 Control of a Vehicle ... 9-3 Braking .
Page 296 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) ..9-86 Filling the Tank ....9-88 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ....9-89 General Towing Information .
Page 297 Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: judgment, muscular coordination, vision, and attentiveness. Police records show that almost 40 percent of all motor vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol.
Page 298 And, of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road, whether it is pavement or gravel; the condition of the road, whether it is wet, dry, or icy; tire tread; the condition of the brakes; the weight of the vehicle; and the amount of brake force applied.
Page 299 There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 300 Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that the vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement. Turn the steering wheel 8 to 13 cm (3 to 5 inches), about one-eighth turn, until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge.
Page 301 Vehicles with four-wheel drive can be used for off-road driving. Vehicles without four-wheel drive and vehicles with 20 inch tire/wheel assemblies should not be driven off-road except on a level, solid surface. The airbag system is designed to work properly under a wide range of conditions, including off road usage.
Page 302: Roof
If you think you will need some more ground clearance at the front of your vehicle, you can remove the front fascia lower air dam. The air dam is held in place by 2 bolts and 10 snaps accessible from underneath the front fascia.
Page 303 You will find other important information under Off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation. However, it also raises environmental concerns. We recognize these concerns and urge every off-roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment: Always use established trails, roads, and areas that have been specially set aside for public off-road recreational driving and...
Page 304 It is a good idea to practice in an area that is safe and close to home before you go into the wilderness. Off-roading requires some new and different skills. Tune your senses to different kinds of signals. Your eyes need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles.
Page 305 Unseen or hidden obstacles can be hazardous. A rock, log, hole, rut, or bump can startle you if you are not prepared for them. Often these obstacles are hidden by grass, bushes, snow, or even the rise and fall of the terrain itself.
Page 306 When you approach a hill, decide if it is too steep to climb, descend, or cross. Steepness can be hard to judge. On a very small hill, for example, there may be a smooth, constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top.
Page 307 Ease up on the speed as you approach the top of the hill. Attach a flag to the vehicle to be more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills. Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you are there.
Page 308 If, after stalling, you try to back down the hill and decide you just cannot do it, set the parking brake, put your transmission in P (Park), and turn off the engine. Leave the vehicle and go get some help. Exit on the uphill side and stay clear of the path the vehicle would take if it rolled downhill.
Page 309 Vehicles are much more likely to stall when going uphill, but if it happens when going downhill: 1. Stop the vehicle by applying the regular brakes and apply the parking brake. 2. Shift to P (Park) and, while still braking, restart the engine. 3.
Page 310 For these reasons, carefully consider whether to try to drive across an incline. Just because the trail goes across the incline does not mean you have to drive it. The last vehicle to try it might have rolled over. If you feel the vehicle starting to slide sideways, turn downhill.
Page 311 Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. On these surfaces, it is very easy to lose control. On wet ice, for example, the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating. And, if the vehicle does get moving, poor steering and difficult braking can cause it to slide out of control.
Page 312 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. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires, and exhaust system for damage and...
Page 313 Have good tires with proper tread depth. See Turn off cruise control. Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving. If you become tired or sleepy, find a safe place to park your vehicle and rest. Other driving tips include: Keep the vehicle well ventilated.
Page 314 Pay attention to special road signs (falling rocks area, winding roads, long grades, passing or no-passing zones) and take appropriate action. Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. Wet ice can occur at about 0°C (32°F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even less traction.
Page 315 If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking the exhaust pipe. Check again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there. Open a window about 5 cm (2 in) on the side of the vehicle that is away from the...
Page 316 Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out later in this section. If the vehicle has a traction system, it can often help to free a stuck vehicle.
Page 317 For vehicles with recovery hooks at the front of the vehicle, you can use them if you are stuck off-road and need to be pulled to some place where you can continue driving. It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry.
Page 318 A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the center pillar (B-pillar). With the driver door open, you will find the label attached below the door lock post (striker). The tire and loading information label shows the number of occupant seating positions (A), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds.
Page 319 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 750 (5x150) = 650 lbs).
Page 320 A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) B. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 5 = 340 kg (750 lbs) C. Available Cargo Weight = 113 kg (250 lbs) A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) B.
Page 321 The label shows the size of your vehicle's original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle. This is called Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo.
Page 322: Child Restraints
Using heavier suspension components to get added durability might not change your weight ratings. Ask your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way. If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else they go as fast as the vehicle goes.
Page 323 Any load that extends beyond the vehicle's taillamp area must be properly marked according to local laws and regulations. Remember not to exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of the front or rear axle. When you carry removable items, you may need to put a limit on how many people you carry inside your vehicle.
Page 324 aftermarket equipment. See www.gmupfitter.com for additional pick-up box load bearing structural information. A vehicle-specific Truck Camper Loading Information label is attached to the inside of the vehicle's glove box. This label indicates if a slide-in camper can be carried, how much of a load the vehicle can carry, and how to correctly spread out the load.
Page 325 Here is an example of proper truck and camper match: Camper Center of Gravity Recommended Center of Gravity Location Zone When the truck is used to carry a slide in camper, the total cargo load of the truck consists of the manufacturer's camper weight figure, the weight of installed additional camper equipment not...
Page 326 On vehicles with this feature, you can change the position of the throttle and brake pedals. No adjustment to the pedals can be made when the vehicle is in R (Reverse) or while using cruise control. The control used to adjust the pedals is located on the instrument panel below the climate control system.
Page 327 Press the bottom of the control to move the pedals closer. Press the top of the control to move the pedals away. Before you start driving, fully press the brake pedal to confirm the adjustment is right for you. While driving, make only small adjustments.
Page 328 In an emergency: 1. Brake using a firm and steady pressure. Do not pump the brakes repeatedly. This may deplete power assist, requiring increased brake pedal force. 2. Shift the vehicle to neutral. This can be done while the vehicle is moving. After shifting to neutral, firmly apply the brakes and steer the vehicle to a safe location.
Page 329 The following vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off: Audio System Power Windows ® OnStar System (if equipped) Sunroof (if equipped) These features work when the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY.
Page 330 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transmission gently to allow the oil to warm up and lubricate...
Page 331 If the vehicle has this feature it is available only with cruise control. The manual fast idle switch is operated using the cruise control buttons located on the left hand side of the steering wheel. This system can be used to increase engine idle speed whenever the following conditions are met:...
Page 332 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord is secured to the Engine Compartment Fuse Block with a clip. Carefully remove the wire tie which bundles the electrical plug. Do not cut the electrical cord.
Page 333 1. Hold the brake pedal down, then set the parking brake. for more information. 2. Move the shift lever into the P (Park) position by pulling the shift lever toward you and moving it up as far as it will go. 3.
Page 334: Jump Starting
If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transmission into P (Park) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of P (Park).
Page 335 If the vehicle has a manual transmission, before you get out of the vehicle, move the shift lever into R (Reverse), and firmly apply the parking brake. Once the shift lever has been placed into R (Reverse) with the clutch pedal pressed in, turn the ignition key to LOCK/OFF, remove the key and release the clutch.
Page 336: Engine Exhaust
Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death. Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: The vehicle idles in areas with poor ventilation (parking garages, tunnels, deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes).
Page 337: Automatic Transmission
It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to.
Page 338 There are several different positions for the shift lever. See Range Selection Mode under This position locks the rear wheels. It is the best position to use when starting the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily. When parked on a hill, especially when the vehicle has a heavy load, you might notice an increase in the effort to shift out of...
Page 339: Towing
Use this gear to back up. To rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice, or sand without damaging the transmission, see In this position, the engine does not connect with the wheels. To restart when you are already moving, use N (Neutral) only.
Page 340 Downshifting the transmission in slippery road conditions could result in skidding. See Skidding under The vehicle has a shift stabilization feature that adjusts the transmission shifting to the current driving conditions in order to reduce rapid upshifts and downshifts. This shift stabilization feature is designed to determine, before making an upshift, if the engine is able to...
Page 341 If you manually select 2 (Second) in an automatic transmission, the transmission will start in second gear. You can use this feature for reducing the speed of the rear wheels when you are trying to start the vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces.
Page 342 To use this feature, do the following: 1. Move the shift lever to M (Manual Mode). 2. Press the plus/minus buttons, located on the steering column shift lever, to select the desired range of gears for current driving conditions. When M (Manual Mode) is selected a number displays next to the M, indicating the current gear.
Page 343 Vehicles with an automatic transmission have 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. The selector button is located on the end of the shift lever.
Page 344 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. Turn the Tow/Haul Mode on and off by pressing the button, located on the end of the shift lever. When the tow/haul is on, a light on the instrument panel cluster will come on.
Page 345: Manual Transmission
Cruise Grade Braking assists when driving on a downhill grade. It maintains vehicle speed by automatically implementing a shift schedule that uses the engine and the transmission to slow the vehicle. Cruise Grade Braking operates while Cruise Control is engaged in Tow/Haul Mode to assist in maintaining vehicle speed under loaded vehicle conditions.
Page 346 You can shift into 1 (First) when you are going less than 30 km/h (20 mph). If you have come to a complete stop and it is hard to shift into 1 (First), put the shift lever in Neutral and let up on the clutch. Then press the clutch pedal back down and shift into 1 (First).
Page 347 If the vehicle has Four-Wheel Drive, you can send the engine's driving power to all four wheels for extra traction. To get the most satisfaction out of Four-Wheel Drive, you must be familiar with its operation. Read the following before using Four-Wheel Drive. See the appropriate text for the transfer case in the vehicle.
Page 348 A Four-Wheel Drive indicator light comes on when you shift into four-wheel drive and the front axle engages. See Some delay between shifting and when the indicator light comes on is normal. Normal Severe Extreme Vehicle in Tow* *See This setting also engages the front axle and delivers extra torque.
Page 349 ® If the vehicle has StabiliTrak shifting into Four-Wheel Drive Low will turn Traction Control and ® StabiliTrak off. See A parking brake symbol is located next to the N (Neutral) symbol as a reminder to set the parking brake before shifting the transfer case into N (Neutral).
Page 350 Shifts into or out of Four-Wheel Drive Low or N (Neutral) should be made using quick motions to avoid excessive gear grinding. Shifting slowly may make it more difficult to shift. You may notice that it is harder to shift when the vehicle is cold. After the vehicle warms up the shifting will return to normal.
Page 351 Shifting into Four-Wheel Drive Low should be done, if possible, with the vehicle at a slight roll, 5 km/h (3 mph) or less. Shift the transmission into N (Neutral). Shifting the transfer case to N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P (Park).
Page 352 The transfer case knob is located next to the steering column. Use the dial to shift into and out of four-wheel drive. Normal Severe Extreme Vehicle in Tow* *See You can choose among four driving settings: Indicator lights in the dial show which setting you are in.
Page 353 This setting is used for driving in most street and highway situations. The front axle is not engaged in Two-Wheel Drive. This setting also provides the best fuel economy. the Four-Wheel Drive High position when extra traction is needed, such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off-road situations.
Page 354 When Four-Wheel Drive Low is engaged, vehicle speed should be kept below 72 km/h (45 mph). Extended high-speed operation in Four-Wheel Drive Low may damage or shorten the life of the drivetrain. To shift to the Four-Wheel Drive Low position, the ignition must be in ON/RUN and the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 5 km/h (3 mph) with the transmission in...
Page 355 It is typical for the vehicle to exhibit significant engagement noise and bump when shifting between Four-Wheel Drive Low and Four-Wheel Drive High ranges or from transfer case N (Neutral) with the engine running. If the knob is turned to the Four-Wheel Drive High, or Two-Wheel Drive High switch position when the vehicle is in gear...
Page 356 To shift the transfer case out of N (Neutral) do the following: 1. Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal. 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off, and shift the transmission to N (Neutral). 3.
Page 357 You can choose among five driving settings: Indicator lights in the dial show which setting you are in. The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on. If the lights do not come on, you should take the vehicle to your dealer for service.
Page 358 If the SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE message stays on, you should take the vehicle to your dealer for service. See SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE message under Turn the knob to the Four-Wheel Drive High or AUTO position. This can be done at any speed, except when shifting from Four-Wheel Drive Low.
Page 359 To shift from Four-Wheel Drive Low to Four-Wheel Drive High, AUTO or Two-Wheel Drive High, the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 5 km/h (3 mph) with the transmission in N (Neutral) and the ignition in ON/RUN. The preferred method for shifting out of Four-Wheel Drive Low is to have the vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph...
Page 360 6. Turn the transfer case dial clockwise to N (Neutral) until it stops and hold it there until the N (Neutral) light starts blinking. This will take at least 10 seconds. Then slowly release the dial to the four low position. The N (Neutral) light will come on when the transfer case shift to N (Neutral) is complete.
Page 361: Brakes
This vehicle might have the Antilock Brake System (ABS), an advanced electronic braking system that helps prevent a braking skid. When the engine is started and the vehicle begins to drive away, ABS checks itself. A momentary motor or clicking noise might be heard while this test is going on.
Page 362 If the vehicle has ABS, it allows the driver to steer and brake at the same time. However, if the vehicle does not have ABS, the first reaction, to hit the brake pedal hard and hold it down, might be the wrong thing to do.
Page 363 If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill, see For vehicles without a release handle, set the parking brake by holding the regular brake pedal down, then pushing down the parking brake pedal. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on.
Page 364 Minor brake pedal pulsation or pedal movement during this time is normal and the driver should continue to apply the brake pedal as the driving situation dictates The Brake Assist feature will automatically disengage when the brake pedal is released or brake pedal pressure is quickly decreased.
Page 365 The system should initialize before the vehicle reaches 32 km/h (20 mph). In some cases, it may take approximately 3.2 km (2 miles) of driving before the system initializes. If cruise control is being used when StabiliTrak activates, the cruise control automatically disengages.
Page 366 It is recommended to leave the system on for normal driving conditions, but it may be necessary to turn the system off if the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow, and you want to rock the vehicle to attempt to free it.
Page 367: Cruise Control
StabiliTrak may also turn off automatically if it determines that a problem exists with the system. If the problem does not clear itself after restarting the vehicle, see your dealer for service. 2500 and 3500 series vehicles with StabiliTrak have a Trailer Sway Control (TSC) feature.
Page 368 The cruise control buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel. Press to turn the system on or off. The indicator light is on when cruise control is on and turns off when cruise control is off. Press briefly to resume to a previously set speed, or press and hold to accelerate.
Page 369 If the cruise control system is already activated, Press and hold the +RES button on the steering wheel until the desired speed is reached, then release it. To increase vehicle speed in small amounts, press the +RES button. Each time this is done, the vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h (1 mph) faster.
Page 370 For vehicles with the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system, it operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph), and assists the driver with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse). The sensors on the rear bumper are used to detect the distance to an object up to 2.5 m (8 ft) behind the vehicle, and at least 25.4 cm (10 in) off the ground.
Page 371 The system can be disabled by pressing the rear park aid disable button located next to the radio. The indicator light comes on and PARK ASSIST OFF displays on the Driver Information Center (DIC) to indicate that URPA is off; see The following messages may be displayed on the DIC: If this...
Page 372 This vehicle may have a Rear Vision Camera (RVC) system. Read this entire section before using it. The Rear Vision Camera (RVC) system does not replace driver vision. RVC does not: Detect objects that are outside the camera's field of view, below the bumper, or underneath the vehicle.
Page 373 The RVC system is designed to help the driver when backing up by displaying a view of the area behind the vehicle. When the driver shifts the vehicle into R (Reverse), the video image automatically appears on the navigation screen. Once the driver shifts out of R (Reverse), the navigation screen will go back to the last screen that had been displayed,...
Page 374 The navigation system may have a feature that lets the driver view symbols on the navigation screen while using the RVC. The Ultrasonic Rear Park Assist (URPA) system must not be disabled to use the caution symbols. If URPA has been disabled and the symbols have been turned on, the Rear Parking Assist Symbols Unavailable...
Page 375 The following illustration shows the field of view that the camera provides. A. View displayed by the camera B. Corner of the rear bumper The rear vision camera must be disconnected if the tailgate needs to be removed. To disconnect the camera: 1.
Page 376 The RVC system might not work properly or display a clear image if: The RVC is turned off. See Turning the Rear Camera System On or Off earlier in this section. It is dark. The sun or the beam of headlights is shining directly into the camera lens.
Page 377: Vehicle Identification
For diesel engine vehicles, see Fuel for Diesel Engines in the Duramax Diesel Supplement. For Vehicles with gasoline engines, please read this. Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of this vehicle. To help keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance, we recommend the use of gasoline...
Page 378 For all vehicles except those with the 6.2L V8 engine (VIN Code 2), use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. If the octane rating is less than 87, an audible knocking noise, commonly referred to as spark knock, might be heard when driving.
Page 379 If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel might be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 380 Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines might be available in your area. We recommend that you use these gasolines, if they comply with the specifications described earlier. However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels containing more than 10% ethanol must not be used in vehicles that were not designed for those fuels.
Page 381 Those stations that do have E85 should have a label indicating ethanol content. Do not use the fuel if the ethanol content is greater than 85%. At a minimum, E85 should meet ASTM Specification D 5798. By definition, this means that fuel labeled E85 will have an ethanol content between 70% and 85%.
Page 382 If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. 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 fuel pump island.
Page 383 When replacing the fuel cap, turn it clockwise until it clicks. It will require more effort to turn the fuel cap on the last turn as you tighten it. Make sure the cap is fully installed. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
Page 384 Only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle. Contact your dealer or trailering dealer for assistance with preparing the vehicle for towing a trailer. See the following trailer towing information in this section: For information on driving while towing a trailer, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips.
Page 385 When towing a trailer, exhaust gases may collect at the rear of the vehicle and enter if the liftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-most window is open. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death.
Page 386 More passing distance is needed when towing a trailer. The combination will not accelerate as quickly and is longer so it is necessary to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before returning to the lane. Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand.
Page 387 To avoid this, let the engine run while parked, preferably on level ground, with the automatic transmission in P (Park) for a few minutes before turning the engine off. If the overheat warning comes on, see Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer attached can be dangerous.
Page 388 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal. 2. Start the engine. 3. Shift into a gear. 4. Release the parking brake. 5. Let up on the brake pedal. 6. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 7. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks.
Page 389 To identify the trailering capacity of the vehicle, read the information in Weight of the Trailer later in this section. Trailering is different than just driving the vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in handling, acceleration, braking, durability, and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, and it has to be used properly.
Page 390 1500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Standard Box (b) 4.3L V6 (c) 4.3L V6 With Automatic Transmission (c) 4.3L V6 With Manual Transmission (c) 4.8L V8 (c) 4.8L V8 5.3L LMG V8 5.3L LMG V8, K5L HD Cooling Pkg 5.3L LMG V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 5.3L LMG V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg Conventional Trailer 5.3L LMG V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg...
Page 391 1500 Series 2WD Extended Cab Standard Box (b) 4.3L V6 (c) 4.8L V8 (c) 4.8L V8 5.3L V8 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Conventional Trailer 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Fifth-Wheel Trailer 6.2L V8 K5L HD Cooling Conventional Trailer 6.2L V8 K5L HD Cooling Fifth-Wheel Trailer...
Page 392 1500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Short Box (c) 4.8L V8 4.8L V8 5.3L V8 (LMG) 5.3L V8 (LMG) K5L HD Cooling Pkg 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg (XFE) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 6.2L V8 6.2L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 6.2L V8 NHT Max Trailering Pkg 1500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Long Box (b) 4.3L V6 (c)
Page 393 5.3L V8 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Conventional Trailer 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Fifth-Wheel Trailer 1500 Series 2WD Extended Cab Long Box (b) 5.3L V8 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Conventional Trailer 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Fifth-Wheel Trailer 1500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Standard Box (b) 4.3L V6 (c)
Page 394 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Conventional Trailer 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Fifth-Wheel Trailer 1500 Series 4WD Extended Cab Standard Box (b) 4.8L V8 (c) 5.3L V8 (c) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg (c) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 6.2L V8 K5L HD Cooling Conventional Trailer 6.2L V8 K5L HD Cooling...
Page 395 1500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Short Box (c) 4.8L V8 5.3L V8 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 6.2L V8 6.2L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 6.2L V8 NHT Max Trailering Pkg 1500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Long Box (b) 4.3L V6 (c) 4.8L V8 (c) 5.3L V8 (c)
Page 396 1500 Series 4WD Extended Cab Long Box (b) 5.3L V8 (c) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg (c) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Conventional Trailer 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Fifth-Wheel Trailer 2500 Series 2WD Extended Cab Standard Box HD (d) 6.0L V8 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer...
Page 397 2500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Long Box HD (d) 6.0L V8 6.0L V8 Payload Performance Pkg (UB7) 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer 2500 Series 2WD Extended Cab Long Box HD (d) 6.0L V8 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer 2500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Long Box HD (d)
Page 398 2500 Series 4WD Extended Cab Standard Box HD (d) 6.0L V8 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer 2500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Standard Box HD (d) 6.0L V8 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer 2500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Long Box HD (d) 6.0L V8 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer...
Page 399 2500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Long Box HD (d) 6.0L V8 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer 3500 Series 2WD Regular Cab (e) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) Conventional Trailer 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3500 Series 2WD Extended Cab (e) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels)
Page 400 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Standard Box (e) 6.0L V8 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer 3500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Long Box (e) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) Conventional Trailer 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels)
Page 401 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3500 Series 4WD Extended Cab (e) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) Conventional Trailer 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels)
Page 402 3500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Long Box (e) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) Conventional Trailer 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) (a) The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment, and conversions.
Page 403 Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice, or write us at our Customer Assistance Offices. for more information. The tongue load (A) of any trailer is very important because it is also part of the vehicle weight. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and the people who will be riding in the...
Page 404 1500 Weight Carrying 2500HD/3500 Weight Carrying 1500 Weight Distributing 2500HD/3500 Weight Distributing 1500 Fifth-Wheel Gooseneck 2500HD Fifth-Wheel Gooseneck 3500 Single Rear Fifth-Wheel Gooseneck Wheels 3500 Dual Rear Fifth-Wheel Gooseneck Wheels Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for the vehicle.
Page 405 It is important that the combination of the tow vehicle and trailer does not exceed any of its weight ratings GCWR, GVWR, RGAWR, Trailer Weight Rating, or Tongue Weight. The only way to be sure it is not exceeding any of these ratings is to weigh the tow vehicle and trailer combination, fully loaded for the trip, getting individual weights...
Page 406 Fifth-wheel and gooseneck trailers can be used with many pickup models. These trailers place a larger percentage of the weight (kingpin weight) on the tow vehicle than conventional trailers. Make sure this weight does not cause the vehicle to exceed GAWR or GVWR. Fifth-wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 to 25 percent of the trailer weight up to the maximum...
Page 407 A loaded trailer that weighs more than 900 kg (2,000 lbs) needs to have its own brake system that is adequate for the weight of the trailer. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so they are installed, adjusted, and maintained properly.
Page 408 For vehicles equipped with heavy duty trailering, the harness is connected to a bracket on the hitch platform. The seven-wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal Brown: Taillamps White: Ground Light Green: Back-up Lamps Red: Battery Feed* Dark Blue: Trailer Brake* *The fuses for these two circuits...
Page 409 Red: Battery Feed Dark Blue: Trailer Brake If the vehicle is equipped with the Heavy-Duty Trailering option, please refer to Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Package earlier in this section. When the camper-wiring harness is ordered without the heavy-duty trailering package, an eight-wire harness with a seven-pin connector is located at the rear of the vehicle and is tied to the vehicle's frame.
Page 410 This indicator light on the instrument panel cluster comes on when the Tow/Haul Mode is on. Tow/Haul is a feature that assists when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load. See for more information. 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...
Page 411 StabiliTrak systems to activate, power sent to the trailer's brakes will be automatically adjusted to minimize trailer wheel lock-up. This does not imply that the trailer has StabiliTrak. 2500 and 3500 series vehicles with StabiliTrak have a Trailer Sway Control (TSC) feature. See 2500 and 3500 series vehicles with StabiliTrak have a Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature.
Page 412 A. Manual Trailer Brake Apply Lever B. Trailer Gain Adjustment Buttons The ITBC system has a control panel located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column. See The control panel allows adjustment to the amount of output, referred to as trailer gain, available to the electric trailer brakes and allows manual application of the trailer...
Page 413 Activating the Manual Trailer Brake Apply lever. Connecting a trailer equipped with electric trailer brakes. All DIC warning and service messages must first be acknowledged by the driver by pressing the odometer trip stem or the DIC Vehicle Information button (if equipped) before the Trailer Brake Display Page can be displayed and Trailer Gain can be adjusted.
Page 414 The Manual Trailer Brake Apply Lever is located on the Trailer Brake Control Panel and is used to apply the trailer s electric brakes independent of the vehicle s brakes. This lever is used in the Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure to properly adjust the power output to the trailer brakes.
Page 415 In the Trailer Output display on the DIC, - - - - - - will disappear if there is no error present. Connecting a trailer without electric brakes will not clear the six dashed lines. 4. Adjust the Trailer Gain by using the gain adjustment (+ / -) buttons on the Trailer Brake Control Panel.
Page 416 2. There is an electrical fault in the wiring to the electric trailer brakes. This message will continue as long as there is an electrical fault in the trailer wiring. This message will also turn off if the driver acknowledges this message. To determine if the electrical fault is on the vehicle side or trailer side of the trailer wiring harness...
Page 417: Add-Ons
2500 and 3500 series vehicles with StabiliTrak have a Trailer Sway Control (TSC) feature. If the vehicle is towing a trailer and the system detects that the trailer is swaying, the vehicle's brakes are applied without the driver pressing the brake pedal.
Page 418 the weights on the vehicle's axles and the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), are not exceeded. The plow the vehicle can carry depends on many things, such as: The options the vehicle came with, and the weight of those options. The weight and number of passengers you intend to carry.
Page 419 In order to calculate the amount of weight any front accessory, such as a snow plow, is adding to the front axle, use the following formula: (W x (A + W.B.)) /W.B.= Weight the accessory is adding to the front axle. Where: W = Weight of added accessory A = Distance that the accessory...
Page 420 This has the effect of reducing the load on the front. However, the front GAWR, rear GAWR, and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) must never be exceeded. On some vehicles that have certain front mounted equipment, such as a snow plow, it may be possible to load the front axle to the front gross axle weight rating (GAWR) but not have enough...
Page 421 We are aware that some vehicle owners might consider having the pickup box removed and a commercial or recreational body installed. Owners should be aware that, as manufactured, there are differences between a chassis cab and a pickup with the box removed which could affect vehicle safety.

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