Page 1: Table Of Contents
2014 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Phone .
Page 2 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual Vehicle Care ....10-1 Technical Data ....12-1 General Information .
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Page 4 Introduction Danger, Warnings, and This means there is : This symbol is shown when something that could result in you need to see your owner manual Cautions property or vehicle damage. This for additional instructions or would not be covered by the Warning messages found on vehicle information.
Page 5 Introduction : Engine Coolant Temperature : Exterior Lamps : Fog Lamps : Fuel Gauge : Fuses : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer : Heated Steering Wheel : LATCH System Child Restraints : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : Oil Pressure : Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors : Power : Remote Vehicle Start...
Page 6 Introduction NOTES...
Page 7 In Brief In Brief Safety Belts ....1-11 Navigation System ... 1-23 Passenger Sensing Side Blind Zone System .
Page 8: In Brief
In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview English Version Shown; Metric Similar...
Page 9 In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8-12. Dome Lamps on page 6-7. Q. Horn on page 5-4. B. Turn and Lane Change Lever. Instrument Panel Illumination R. Steering Wheel Controls on See Turn and Lane-Change Control on page 6-7. page 5-2.
Page 10: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive : Press and release to locate the vehicle. Information Press and hold for more than This section provides a brief two seconds to sound the panic overview about some of the alarm. important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.
Page 11 In Brief When the vehicle starts, the parking Door Locks lamps will turn on and remain on as There are several ways to lock and long as the engine is running. The unlock the vehicle. doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on.
Page 12 In Brief Liftgate Manual Liftgate Operation There are several ways to open and close the power liftgate: To unlock the liftgate, press on the power door lock switch or Press and hold on the RKE transmitter until the liftgate starts press on the Remote Keyless moving.
Page 13 In Brief Press the switch to lower the 3. Try to move the seat back and Press on the RKE window. Pull the switch up to raise forth to be sure the seat is transmitter. it. See Windows on page 2-20 and locked in place.
Page 14 In Brief If available, raise or lower the Power Lumbar raise or lower the height of the entire seat by moving the entire support, press and hold the top control up or down. or bottom of the control. See Power Seat Adjustment on See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3-3.
Page 15 In Brief 2. Move the seatback to the Power Reclining Seatbacks Memory Features desired position, and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. To return the seatback to the upright position: 1.
Page 16 1-10 In Brief Second Row Seats Heated and Ventilated : Press to heat the seat and seatback. Seats On vehicles with a 60/40 split-bench Press the button once for the or buckets seats, the seatbacks can highest setting. With each press of be folded for additional cargo space, the button, the seat will change to or the seats can be folded and...
Page 17 In Brief 1-11 Safety Belts Passenger Sensing System The passenger sensing system, if equipped, turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other United States airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. If the vehicle has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the...
Page 18 1-12 In Brief Mirror Adjustment 3. Adjust the outside mirror so that the side of the vehicle and the Exterior Mirrors area behind are seen. 4. Press either (A) or (B) again to deselect the mirror. See Power Mirrors on page 2-16. To power fold the mirrors: 1.
Page 19 In Brief 1-13 See Power Mirrors on page 2-16. the vehicle is shifted out of use to avoid glare from the R (Reverse), or the ignition is turned headlamps from behind. See Keep the selector switch in the off or to OFF/LOCK. Manual Rearview Mirror on center position when not adjusting page 2-19.
Page 20 1-14 In Brief Steering Wheel Throttle and Brake Pedal Interior Lighting Adjustment Adjustment Dome Lamps On vehicles with this feature, you The dome lamps are located in the can change the position of the overhead console. throttle and brake pedals. They come on when any door is opened and turn off after all the doors are closed.
Page 21 In Brief 1-15 For more information about interior There are four positions. lamps, see: : Turns off the automatic headlamps and Daytime Running Dome Lamps on page 6-7. Lamps (DRL). Turn the headlamp Reading Lamps on page 6-8. control to the off position again to turn the automatic headlamps or Instrument Panel Illumination DRL back on.
Page 22 1-16 In Brief See: : For a single wipe, turn to : Turns on the rear wiper with a then release. For several wipes, short delay between wipes. Exterior Lamp Controls on hold the band on longer. page 6-1 : Press the button on the end of the lever to spray washer fluid on : Turns the windshield Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Page 23 In Brief 1-17 Climate Controls The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with these systems. Climate Control System A. Fan Control Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls B. REAR (Rear Climate Control) G. Rear Window Defogger C. Recirculation See Climate Control Systems on D.
Page 24 1-18 In Brief Transmission Range Selection Mode Base Trim Shown (Uplevel Similar) The Range Selection Mode switch, if equipped, is located on the shift Dual Automatic Climate Control System lever. A. Fan Control K. Air Conditioning 1. To enable the Range Selection feature, move the column shift B.
Page 25 In Brief 1-19 2. Press the plus/minus buttons, Automatic Transfer Case The transfer case knob is located to located on the steering column the left of the instrument panel shift lever, to select the desired cluster. Use this knob to shift into range of gears for current driving and out of the different Four-Wheel conditions.
Page 26: Vehicle Features
1-20 In Brief N (Neutral): Vehicles with a two Vehicle Features speed transfer case have a N (Neutral) position. Shift the Radio(s) transfer case to N (Neutral) only when towing the vehicle. See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10-82 or Towing the Vehicle on page 10-81.
Page 27 In Brief 1-21 For more information about these Setting the Clock : Press to turn the system on and other radio features, see and off. Turn to increase or To set the time and date: Operation on page 7-6. decrease the volume. 1.
Page 28 1-22 In Brief Satellite Radio storage device, etc. can be Steering Wheel Controls connected to the auxiliary port using ® SiriusXM is a satellite radio service a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) input jack or the based in the 48 contiguous United USB port depending on the audio States and 10 Canadian provinces.
Page 29 In Brief 1-23 Cruise Control : Press to silence the vehicle : Press to disengage cruise speakers only. Press again to turn control without erasing the set the sound on. Press and hold longer speed from memory. than two seconds to interact with See Cruise Control on page 9-46.
Page 30 1-24 In Brief Side Blind Zone Ultrasonic Parking Assist The accessory power outlets are powered, even with the ignition off. Alert (SBZA) If available, this system uses Continuing to use accessory power sensors on the rear bumper to outlets while the ignition is in LOCK/ If equipped, SBZA will detect assist with parking and avoiding OFF may cause the vehicle's...
Page 31 In Brief 1-25 Read the instructions completely On vehicles with a sunroof, the When the sunroof is opened, an air before attempting to program the sunroof only operates when the deflector will automatically raise. transmitter. Because of the steps ignition is in ACC/ACCESSORY or The air deflector will retract when involved, it may be helpful to have ON/RUN, or when Retained...
Page 32: Performance And Maintenance
1-26 In Brief Performance and The low tire pressure warning light Press and release again to may come on in cool weather when turn on both systems. Maintenance the vehicle is first started, and then For more information, see turn off as the vehicle is driven. This ®...
Page 33 In Brief 1-27 Resetting the Oil Life System See Engine Oil Life System on Avoid idling the engine for long page 10-9. periods of time. To reset the Engine Oil Life System on most vehicles: When road and weather E85 or FlexFuel conditions are appropriate, use 1.
Page 34 Roadside Assistance Program U.S.: 1-800-243-8872 TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438 Canada: 1-800-268-6800 Mexico: 01-800-466-0811 New Chevrolet owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance Program. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13-5. ® OnStar If equipped, this vehicle has a...
Page 35: Keys, Doors, And Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-15 Windows Manual Mirrors ....2-16 Keys Trailer-Tow Mirrors .
Page 36 Keys, Doors, and Windows With an active OnStar subscription, Remote Keyless Entry an OnStar Advisor may remotely (RKE) System Operation unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1. The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions work up to Remote Keyless Entry 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle.
Page 37 Keys, Doors, and Windows The following functions may be (Unlock): Press once to unlock available if your vehicle has the only the driver door. If is pressed RKE system: again within three seconds, all (Remote Vehicle Start): If remaining doors unlock. The interior available, press to start the engine lamps may come on and stay on for from outside the vehicle using the...
Page 38 Keys, Doors, and Windows When the replacement transmitter is (Power Liftgate): Press and programmed to this vehicle, all hold to open and close the liftgate. remaining transmitters must also be The taillamps flash and a chime reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen sounds to indicate when the liftgate transmitters will no longer work is opening and closing.
Page 39 Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Insert the new battery, positive During a remote start, if the vehicle There are other conditions which side facing down. Replace with a has an automatic climate control can affect the performance of the CR2032 or equivalent battery. system and heated seats, the transmitter.
Page 40 Keys, Doors, and Windows The engine will continue to run Or, you can extend the engine run Also, the engine will turn off during a for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps time by another 10 minutes within remote vehicle start if the coolant for a 10-minute time extension.
Page 41 Keys, Doors, and Windows Door Locks Power Door Locks Warning (Continued) Press on the Remote Warning injuries or even death from Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. heat stroke. Always lock the See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Unlocked doors can be vehicle whenever leaving it. System Operation on page 2-2.
Page 42 Keys, Doors, and Windows Delayed Locking Information Center (DIC). See Vehicle Personalization (With DIC When locking the doors with the Buttons) on page 5-44. power lock switch and a door or the liftgate is open, the doors will lock Lockout Protection five seconds after the last door is If the driver side power door lock closed.
Page 43: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors Warning (Continued) Liftgate Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and Warning set the fan speed to the Exhaust gases can enter the highest setting. See Climate Control Systems in the vehicle if it is driven with the Index.
Page 44 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Liftgate Operation The power liftgate may be Warning temporarily disabled under extreme To unlock the liftgate, press temperatures, or under low battery You, or others, could be injured if the power door lock switch or conditions.
Page 45 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Obstacle Detection Features Manual Operation of Power liftgate should be set to manual operation by pressing OFF on the Liftgate If the liftgate encounters an obstacle liftgate switch on the center console. during a power open or close cycle, To change the liftgate to manual The liftgate has an electric latch.
Page 46: Vehicle Security
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Assist Steps The power assist steps Vehicle Security automatically extend from beneath This vehicle has theft-deterrent the vehicle on the side in which the features; however, they do not make door has been opened. Once the the vehicle impossible to steal.
Page 47 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 arming. If a door is open when the horn will sound for about If you set off the alarm by accident, the doors are locked, the 30 seconds, then will turn off to save press unlock on the RKE transmitter security light will flash.
Page 48 2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows While the alarm is set, the power The system is automatically If the engine still does not start, and door unlock switch will not work. disarmed when the key is turned to the key appears to be undamaged, ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, try another ignition key.
Page 49: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 See your dealer or a locksmith who 5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 if Exterior Mirrors can service PASS-Key III+ to get a additional keys are to be new key blank cut exactly as the programmed.
Page 50 2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Mirrors If the vehicle has towing mirrors, Power Mirrors they can be adjusted for a clearer Vehicles with manual mirrors can be view of the objects behind you. adjusted by moving the mirror up Manually pull out the mirror head to and down or left to right to see a extend it for better visibility when...
Page 51 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Keep the selector switch in the Folding Mirrors center position when not adjusting Power Folding either outside mirror. Exterior Automatic Dimming Mirror If the vehicle has the exterior automatic dimming mirror, the driver outside mirror automatically adjusts for the glare of headlamps behind.
Page 52 2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Resetting the Power Folding mirror toward the vehicle. Push the Park Tilt Mirrors Mirrors mirror outward, to return to its If the vehicle has the memory original position. Reset the power folding mirrors if: package, the exterior mirrors tilt to a preselected position when the Heated Mirrors The mirrors are accidentally...
Page 53: Interior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Vehicles with OnStar have three additional control buttons located at Rearview Mirror the bottom of the mirror. See a Manual Rearview Mirror dealer for more information about Adjustment OnStar and how to subscribe to it. To adjust the inside rearview mirror, Hold the rearview mirror in the See OnStar Overview on page 14-1.
Page 54: Windows
2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a Warning pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front Never leave a child, a helpless windows are up. To reduce the adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, sound, open either a front window especially with the windows...
Page 55 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Express Down Windows Window Lockout Sun Visors Windows that have the express-down feature allow the windows to be lowered without holding the switch. Press the window switch fully and release it to activate the express-down feature. The express mode can be canceled at any time by briefly pressing, or pulling the switch.
Page 56: Roof
2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows Roof Vent: From the closed position, If an object is in the path of the press the rear of switch (B) to vent sunroof while it is closing, the the sunroof. anti-pinch feature will detect the Sunroof object and stop the sunroof.
Page 57 Seats and Restraints Seats and Lap-Shoulder Belt ... 3-19 Adding Equipment to the Safety Belt Use During Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-38 Restraints Pregnancy ....3-24 Airbag System Check .
Page 58: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Adjust the head restraint so that the To lower the head restraint, press top of the restraint is at the same the button, located on the top of the height as the top of the occupant's seatback, and push the head Warning head.
Page 59: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Front Seats To adjust the seat: Power Seat Adjustment 1. Lift the bar under the front edge Seat Adjustment of the seat cushion to unlock the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired Warning position and release the bar. You can lose control of the 3.
Page 60 Seats and Restraints To adjust the seatback, see Power Power Lumbar raise or lower the height of the Reclining Seatbacks under support, press and hold the top Reclining Seatbacks on page 3-4. or bottom of the control. Lumbar Adjustment Reclining Seatbacks Manual Lumbar Warning Sitting in a reclined position when...
Page 61: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Manual Reclining Seatbacks To adjust a manual seatback: Warning (Continued) 1. Lift the lever. Warning For proper protection when the The seatback will automatically vehicle is in motion, have the fold forward. If either seatback is not locked, it seatback upright.
Page 62 Seats and Restraints Power Reclining Seatbacks Memory Seats Storing Memory Positions To save into memory: 1. Adjust the driver seat, seatback recliner, both outside mirrors, and the throttle and brake pedals, if equipped. See Power Mirrors on page 2-16 and Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9-20.
Page 63: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Memory Remote Recall appropriate manual control for the If something has blocked the driver memory item that is not recalling for seat while recalling the exit position, The memory feature can recall the two seconds. Try recalling the the recall may stop.
Page 64 Seats and Restraints Press the button once for the Warning (Continued) highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the seat that insulates against the next lower setting, and then to heat, such as a blanket, cushion, the off setting.
Page 65: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Remote Start Heated Seats Rear Seats If available, the buttons are on the Rear Seat Audio (RSA) panel on the When it is cold outside, the heated rear of the center console. seats may turn on automatically Heated Rear Seats during a remote vehicle start.
Page 66 3-10 Seats and Restraints Second Row Seats To recline the seatback: To return the seatback to the upright position: The second row seats can be folded 1. Lift the lever fully without for additional cargo space or folded applying pressure to the and tumbled for easy entry and exit seatback, and the seatback will to the third row seat, if equipped.
Page 67 Seats and Restraints 3-11 Notice: Folding a rear seat with 2. Lift the lever, on the outboard the safety belts still fastened may side of the seat, to release the cause damage to the seat or the seatback. safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat.
Page 68 3-12 Seats and Restraints Folding and Tumbling the Seat Automatic Fold and Tumble from the Third Row Seat Feature The transmission must be in Warning P (Park) for this feature to work. Using the third row seating Warning position while the second row is folded, or folded and tumbled, Automatically folding and could cause injury in a sudden...
Page 69 Seats and Restraints 3-13 Returning the Seat to the Warning (Continued) Sitting Position stop or crash. Be sure to return To return the seat to the sitting position from the tumbled position: the seat to the passenger seating position. Push and pull on the 1.
Page 70 3-14 Seats and Restraints 3. For the 60/40 split-bench seat, Warning make sure the safety belt in the center seating position is not If either seatback is not locked, it caught between the two seats could move forward in a sudden and is not twisted.
Page 71 Seats and Restraints 3-15 The seat cannot be unlatched Put the seat in this position only Warning from the floor unless the when necessary for additional cargo seatback is folded. space. If either seatback is not locked, it Returning the Third Row Seat could move forward in a sudden from a Tumbled Position stop or crash.
Page 72 3-16 Seats and Restraints Installing the Third Row Seat 4. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place. To install the seat: The seatback cannot be raised 1. Open the liftgate to access the to the upright position unless the rear of the vehicle.
Page 73: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-17 Safety Belts Why Safety Belts Work Warning (Continued) This section of the manual are more likely to be seriously describes how to use safety belts injured or killed. Do not allow properly. It also describes some passengers to ride in any area of things not to do with safety belts.
Page 74 3-18 Seats and Restraints safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle...
Page 75 Seats and Restraints 3-19 Wear the shoulder belt over the Lap-Shoulder Belt Use the following pictures to shoulder and across the chest. determine the latch plate style: All seating positions in the vehicle These parts of the body are best have a lap-shoulder belt except for able to take belt restraining the center front passenger position,...
Page 76 3-20 Seats and Restraints 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The lap-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.
Page 77 Seats and Restraints 3-21 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. 3. Push the latch plate into the To unlatch the belt, push the button buckle until it clicks.
Page 78 3-22 Seats and Restraints Adjust the height so the shoulder The adjuster can be moved up just other parts of the vehicle's safety portion of the belt is on the shoulder by pushing up on the shoulder belt belt system will need to be replaced. and not falling off of it.
Page 79 Seats and Restraints 3-23 Here is how to install a comfort 2. Place the guide over the belt, 3. Be sure that the belt is not guide to the safety belt: and insert the two edges of the twisted and it lies flat. The belt into the slots of the guide.
Page 80 3-24 Seats and Restraints To remove and store the comfort A pregnant woman should wear a Warning (Continued) guide, squeeze the belt edges lap-shoulder belt, and the lap together so that the safety belt can portion should be worn as low as and across the chest.
Page 81 Seats and Restraints 3-25 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer will order you an extender. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
Page 82 3-26 Seats and Restraints to have it repaired. Torn or frayed Replacing Safety Belt See your dealer to have the safety safety belts may not protect you in a belt assemblies inspected or System Parts after a crash. They can rip apart under replaced.
Page 83: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints 3-27 Airbag System All of the airbags in the vehicle will Here are the most important things have the word AIRBAG embossed to know about the airbag system: The vehicle has the following in the trim or on an attached label airbags: near the deployment opening.
Page 84 3-28 Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? Warning Warning Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against, force and faster than the blink of or very close to, any airbag when an eye, anyone who is up it inflates can be seriously injured against, or very close to any or killed.
Page 85 Seats and Restraints 3-29 Driver Side Shown, Passenger Driver Side Shown, Passenger The front outboard passenger Side Similar Side Similar frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side. If the vehicle has seat-mounted side The roof-rail airbags for the driver, impact airbags for the driver and front outboard passenger, and front outboard passenger, they are...
Page 86 3-30 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag Warning (Continued) Inflate? that person causing severe injury This vehicle is equipped with or even death. The path of an airbags. See Airbag System on inflating airbag must be kept page 3-27. Airbags are designed to clear.
Page 87 Seats and Restraints 3-31 It depends on what is hit, the sensor(s) provide information that is In any particular crash, no one can direction of the impact, and how used to adjust the deployment of the say whether an airbag should have quickly the vehicle slows down.
Page 88 3-32 Seats and Restraints moderate to severe side collisions, What Will You See after Warning even belted occupants can contact an Airbag Inflates? the inside of the vehicle. When an airbag inflates, there After the frontal airbags and Airbags supplement the protection may be dust in the air.
Page 89: Seats
Seats and Restraints 3-33 off the interior lamps and hazard In many crashes severe enough to Let only qualified technicians warning flashers by using the inflate the airbag, windshields are work on the airbag systems. controls for those features. broken by vehicle deformation. Improper service can mean that Additional windshield breakage may an airbag system will not work...
Page 90 3-34 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system will Warning turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under A child in a rear-facing child certain conditions. No other airbag restraint can be seriously injured is affected by the passenger or killed if the passenger frontal sensing system.
Page 91 Seats and Restraints 3-35 There is a critical problem with frontal airbag, depending upon the Warning (Continued) the airbag system or the person's seating posture and body passenger sensing system. build. Everyone in the vehicle who Secure rear-facing child restraints has outgrown child restraints should When the passenger sensing in a rear seat, even if the airbag...
Page 92: Restrain
3-36 Seats and Restraints If the On Indicator is Lit for a on page 3-54 or Securing Child If the Off Indicator is Lit for an Restraints (Front Outboard Seat Child Restraint Adult-Sized Occupant Position) on page 3-58. The passenger sensing system is 5.
Page 93: Passenger Sensing
Seats and Restraints 3-37 2. Remove any additional material some adult-sized occupants. If this Warning (Continued) from the seat, such as blankets, happens, let the belt go back all the cushions, seat covers, seat way and start again. ride in the front outboard heaters, or seat massagers.
Page 94: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
3-38 Seats and Restraints belts, airbag sensing and diagnostic Warning Warning module, steering wheel, instrument panel, any airbag module, ceiling or Stowing of articles under the For up to 10 seconds after the pillar garnish trim, overhead passenger seat or between the vehicle is turned off and the console, front sensors, side impact passenger seat cushion and...
Page 95: Airbag System Check
Seats and Restraints 3-39 deployment of the passenger readiness light is working. See Warning (Continued) airbag(s) or prevent the passenger Airbag Readiness Light on sensing system from properly page 5-16. passenger(s) in a crash, resulting turning off the passenger airbag(s). Notice: If an airbag covering is in serious injury or even death.
Page 96: Child Restraints
3-40 Seats and Restraints Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that Can proper safety belt fit be come with the booster seat state the maintained for the length of the weight and height limitations for that trip? If yes, continue. If no, Older Children booster.
Page 97 Seats and Restraints 3-41 In a crash, children who are not Warning (Continued) buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be belt. The belt force would then be thrown out of the vehicle. Older applied right on the abdomen. children need to use safety belts That could cause serious or fatal properly.
Page 98: Infants And Young
3-42 Seats and Restraints Infants and Young Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should Children have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints. Neither Everyone in a vehicle needs the vehicle's safety belt system nor protection! This includes infants and its airbag system is designed all other children.
Page 99 Seats and Restraints 3-43 weight, height, and age but also Warning (Continued) Warning whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor the front outboard seat, always To reduce the risk of neck and vehicle in which it will be used. move the front passenger seat as head injury during a crash, infants For most basic types of child...
Page 100 3-44 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Warning (Continued) any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash, young children should always be secured in appropriate child restraints.
Page 101 Seats and Restraints 3-45 Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not Restraint in the Vehicle properly secured in the vehicle. Warning When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions A child can be seriously injured or that come with the restraint which killed in a crash if the child...
Page 102 3-46 Seats and Restraints Administration (NHTSA) website to We recommend that children and Warning (Continued) locate the nearest child safety seat child restraints be secured in a rear inspection station. For CPST seat, including: an infant or a child outboard passenger airbag availability in Canada, check with riding in a rear-facing child restraint;...
Page 103 Seats and Restraints 3-47 When securing a child restraint in a Keep in mind that an unsecured Warning (Continued) rear seating position, study the child restraint can move around in a instructions that came with your collision or sudden stop and injure move the front passenger seat as child restraint to make sure it is people in the vehicle.
Page 104 3-48 Seats and Restraints a top tether, you must also use Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint. A child restraint must never be attached using only the top tether and anchor.
Page 105 Seats and Restraints 3-49 Some child restraints with top Lower Anchor and Top Tether tethers are designed for use with or Anchor Locations without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached.
Page 106 3-50 Seats and Restraints anchor on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. To assist in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol appears near the anchors. Third Row Seat (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors.
Page 107 Seats and Restraints 3-51 the instructions that come with the Warning (Continued) child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. belts to secure the restraint, According to accident statistics, following the instructions that children and infants are safer when came with the child restraint and properly restrained in a child the instructions in this manual.
Page 108 3-52 Seats and Restraints If you need to secure more than one 1.1. Find the lower anchors for Warning child restraint in the rear seat, see the desired seating Where to Put the Restraint on position. Children can be seriously injured page 3-46.
Page 109 Seats and Restraints 3-53 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten are using a single tether, the top tether according to raise the headrest or head your child restraint restraint and route the instructions and the tether under the headrest or following instructions: head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts.
Page 110 3-54 Seats and Restraints Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints Parts After a Crash (Center Front Seat Position) Warning Warning A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle. A damaged A child in a child restraint in the LATCH system may not properly center front seat can be badly secure the child restraint,...
Page 111: Children
Seats and Restraints 3-55 If the child restraint has the LATCH sure to follow the instructions that Use the following pictures to system, see Lower Anchors and came with the child restraint. Secure determine the latch plate style: Tethers for Children (LATCH the child in the child restraint when System) on page 3-47 for how and and as the instructions say.
Page 112 3-56 Seats and Restraints 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Cinching Latch Plate 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.
Page 113 Seats and Restraints 3-57 make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 4 and 5. 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether.
Page 114: Where To Put The Restraint
3-58 Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints Warning Warning (Continued) (Front Outboard Seat A child in a rear-facing child fail-safe. No one can guarantee Position) restraint can be seriously injured that an airbag will not deploy This vehicle has airbags. A rear or killed if the front outboard under some unusual seat is a safer place to secure a...
Page 115 Seats and Restraints 3-59 secured using a safety belt and it 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run uses a top tether, see Lower the lap and shoulder portions of Anchors and Tethers for Children the vehicle's safety belt through (LATCH System) on page 3-47 for or around the restraint.
Page 116 3-60 Seats and Restraints Try to pull the belt out of the If a child restraint has been installed retractor to make sure the and the on indicator is lit, see If the retractor is locked. If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child retractor is not locked, repeat Restraint under Passenger Sensing Steps 5 and 6.
Page 117 Storage Storage Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Glove Box Glove Box ....4-1 Cupholders ....4-1 Lift up on the glove box lever to Armrest Storage .
Page 118: Position
Storage Rear Storage Additional Storage To return the cover to the retracted position: Features For vehicles with a rear storage 1. Pull up on the cover handle to area, it is located in the rear cargo release the cover posts from the area of the vehicle on the Cargo Cover retaining sockets.
Page 119 Storage 3. Move the other end of the cover Roof Rack System Loading cargo on the forward and hold it next to the roof rack that weighs more than driver side trim panel slot. 91 kg (200 lb) or hangs over the Warning rear or sides of the vehicle may 4.
Page 120 Storage Do not exceed the maximum vehicle To carry long items, move the capacity when loading the vehicle. crossrails as far apart as For more information on vehicle possible. Tie the load to the capacity and loading, see Vehicle crossrails and the siderails or Load Limits on page 9-15.
Page 121 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature Vehicle Messages Gauge ..... . 5-14 Vehicle Messages ... 5-34 Controls Voltmeter Gauge .
Page 122: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Universal Remote System . . . 5-52 Universal Remote System Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls Programming ....5-52 Adjustment Universal Remote System Operation .
Page 123 Instruments and Controls ® an iPod or USB device. Press to Navigating an iPod or USB Device 2. Press and release reject an incoming call, or end a on the Main Audio Screen to scroll up or down the list, then current call.
Page 124: Horn
Instruments and Controls 3. Press and release to move up (Seek): Press to go to the next : Press to increase volume. radio station while in AM, FM, one track within the selected : Press to decrease volume. ® or SiriusXM category.
Page 125: Rear Window Wiper
Instruments and Controls return to your preset speed. For (Adjustable Interval Wipes): (Washer Fluid): Push this more washer cycles, press and hold Turn the band up for more frequent paddle to spray washer fluid on the the button. wipes or down for less frequent windshield.
Page 126 Instruments and Controls Compass variance is the difference two seconds to select the next between the earth's magnetic north available variance zone. Repeat and true geographic north. If the this step until the appropriate compass is not set to the zone variance zone is displayed.
Page 127: Clock
Instruments and Controls strong magnetic field interfering with 2. Press the vehicle information Clock the compass. Such interference button until PRESS To set the time and date: may be caused by a magnetic CB or CALIBRATE COMPASS cell phone antenna mount, a 1.
Page 128: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls 5. To decrease the time or date, do Power Outlets Warning one of the following: The accessory power outlets can be Power is always supplied to the used to plug in electrical equipment, Press the SEEK button. outlets.
Page 129 Instruments and Controls When adding electrical equipment, If equipment is connected using be sure to follow the proper more than 150 watts or a system installation instructions included with fault is detected, a protection circuit the equipment. Do not use shuts off the power supply and the equipment exceeding the indicator light turns off.
Page 130: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
5-10 Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Warning lights come on when there When one of the warning lights could be a problem with a vehicle comes on and stays on while Gauges, and function. Some warning lights come driving, or when one of the gauges on briefly when the engine is started shows there may be a problem, Indicators...
Page 131: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls 5-11 Instrument Cluster English 6-Speed Shown, Metric and 2500 Series Similar...
Page 132: Speedometer
5-12 Instruments and Controls Speedometer To display the odometer reading Fuel Gauge with the ignition off, press the reset The speedometer shows the button. vehicle's speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per Tachometer hour (mph). The tachometer displays the engine Odometer speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).
Page 133: Engine Oil Pressure
Instruments and Controls 5-13 The fuel gauge, when the ignition is Here are some situations owners Engine Oil Pressure on, shows how much fuel the may experience with the fuel gauge. Gauge vehicle has left in the tank. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge.
Page 134: Engine Coolant Temperature
5-14 Instruments and Controls Center (DIC). See Engine Oil Engine Coolant Messages on page 5-37 and Engine Temperature Gauge Oil on page 10-6 for more information. A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure.
Page 135: Voltmeter Gauge
Instruments and Controls 5-15 See Engine Overheating on When the engine is running, the page 10-18. gauge shows the condition of the charging system. The charging Voltmeter Gauge system regulates voltage based on the state of the battery for improved fuel economy and battery life.
Page 136: Safety Belt Reminders
5-16 Instruments and Controls will come on or the SERVICE times if the driver remains or the passenger remains or becomes BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM becomes unbuckled while the unbuckled while the vehicle is DIC message will display. See vehicle is moving. moving.
Page 137: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls 5-17 If there is a problem with the airbag system, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message may also come on. See Airbag System Messages on page 5-41. Passenger Airbag Status The airbag readiness light comes on United States Indicator for several seconds when the vehicle is started.
Page 138: Charging System Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls symbol to let you know the status of If it does not, have the vehicle Warning the front outboard passenger frontal serviced by your dealer. airbag. The light should go out once the If the airbag readiness light ever If the word ON or the on symbol is engine starts.
Page 139: Indicator Lamp
Instruments and Controls 5-19 Malfunction Malfunctions often are indicated by costly repairs not covered by the the system before any problem is vehicle warranty. This could also Indicator Lamp apparent. Being aware of the light result in a failure to pass a can prevent more serious damage required Emission Inspection/ A computer system called OBD II...
Page 140 5-20 Instruments and Controls If the light continues to flash, find a Check that good quality fuel is Emissions Inspection and safe place to stop and park the used. Poor fuel quality causes Maintenance Programs vehicle. Turn the vehicle off, wait at the engine not to run as Depending on where you live, your least 10 seconds, and restart the...
Page 141: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-21 The vehicle may not pass system readiness, your dealer This light can also come on due to inspection if: can prepare the vehicle for low brake fluid. See Brake Fluid on inspection. page 10-22 for more information. The malfunction indicator lamp is on with the engine running, or if Brake System Warning...
Page 142: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
5-22 Instruments and Controls For vehicles with the Antilock Brake For vehicles with a Driver Warning (Continued) System (ABS), this light comes on Information Center (DIC), see Brake briefly when the engine is started. System Messages on page 5-35 for the road and carefully stopped, all brake related DIC messages.
Page 143: Stabilitrak Off Light
Instruments and Controls 5-23 ® StabiliTrak OFF Light If the StabiliTrak/TCS system is off, If the light comes on and stays on the system does not assist in while driving, and a message controlling the vehicle. Turn on the displays in the Driver Information StabiliTrak/TCS system and the Center (DIC), have the vehicle indicator light turns off.
Page 144: Engine Oil Pressure Light
5-24 Instruments and Controls When the Light Is On Steady Engine Oil Pressure Light If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through This indicates that one or more of the engine properly. The vehicle the tires are significantly could be low on oil and it might underinflated.
Page 145: Security Light
Instruments and Controls 5-25 Security Light For information regarding this light The fog lamp light comes on when and the vehicle's security system, the fog lamps are in use. see Vehicle Alarm System on The light goes out when the fog page 2-12.
Page 146: Information Displays
5-26 Instruments and Controls Information Displays not have DIC buttons, the trip The buttons are the trip/fuel, vehicle odometer reset stem can be used to information, customization, and set/ access some of the menu items. reset buttons. The button functions Driver Information are detailed in the following pages.
Page 147 Instruments and Controls 5-27 Trip Odometer odometer will display the number of (Customization): Press to kilometers (km) or miles (mi) driven customize the feature settings on Press the trip/fuel button until TRIP since the ignition was last turned on your vehicle. See Vehicle displays.
Page 148 5-28 Instruments and Controls change if driving conditions change. Fuel Used long as the ignition is on, even if For example, if driving in traffic and another display is being shown on Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL making frequent stops, this display the DIC.
Page 149 Instruments and Controls 5-29 particular moment and will change Vehicle Information Menu recommended in the Maintenance frequently as driving conditions Schedule in this manual. See Items (With DIC Buttons) change. This display shows the Maintenance Schedule on (Vehicle Information): Press instantaneous fuel economy in liters page 11-2 for more information.
Page 150 5-30 Instruments and Controls ALERT SYSTEM OFF message as TIRES kPa (PSI) LEFT ## TRAILER GAIN shows the trailer a reminder that the system has RIGHT ##. Press the vehicle gain setting. This setting can be been turned off. See Object information button again until the adjusted from 0.0 to 10.0 with either Detection System Messages on...
Page 151 Instruments and Controls 5-31 Compass Recalibration in either kilometers (km) or and then the retroactive reset miles (mi) since the last reset for the feature is activated, the display will This display allows for calibrating trip odometer. show 8 km (5 mi). As the vehicle the compass.
Page 152 5-32 Instruments and Controls 4. Once the desired language is 2. While in the ODOMETER The trip odometer can be reset to displayed, release the trip display, press and hold the trip zero by pressing and holding the trip odometer reset stem to set your odometer reset stem for odometer reset stem while the trip choice.
Page 153 Instruments and Controls 5-33 begins moving, the display will then OUTPUT shows the power output to Oil Life increase to 8.2 km (5.1 mi), 8.4 km the trailer anytime a trailer with To access this display, the vehicle (5.2 mi), etc. electric brakes is connected.
Page 154: Vehicle Messages
5-34 Instruments and Controls Remember, you must reset the OIL Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and LIFE display yourself after each oil Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC change. It will not reset itself. Also, indicate the status of the vehicle or be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE BATTERY LOW START some action may be needed to...
Page 155: Brake System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-35 battery. Turn off all unnecessary check for the message on the DIC See Integrated Trailer Brake accessories. Have the electrical display. If the message is still Control System under Towing system checked as soon as displayed or appears again when Equipment on page 9-67 for more possible.
Page 156: Engine Cooling System
5-36 Instruments and Controls LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN ENGINE HOT A/C (Air Conditioning) TURNED OFF This message displays and a chime This message displays and a chime sounds if the driver side rear door is sounds if the passenger side rear This message displays when the not fully closed and the vehicle is door is not fully closed and the...
Page 157: Engine Oil Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-37 ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE Engine Oil Messages OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message displays when the Notice: If you drive the vehicle This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is too while the engine oil pressure is engine oil needs to be changed.
Page 158: Engine Power Messages
5-38 Instruments and Controls Engine Power Messages Fuel System Messages Key and Lock Messages ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED FUEL LEVEL LOW REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays and a chime This message displays and a chime sounds when the cooling system sounds if the fuel level is low.
Page 159: Object Detection System
Instruments and Controls 5-39 Object Detection System park. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist SIDE BLIND ZONE SYSTEM on page 9-48 for more information. UNAVAILABLE Messages See your dealer for service. If your vehicle has the Side Blind PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE SERVICE SIDE BLIND ZONE Zone Alert (SBZA) system, this OWNERS MANUAL...
Page 160: Messages
5-40 Instruments and Controls Ride Control System SERVICE TRACTION TRACTION XX CONTROL STABILITRAK XX Messages If your vehicle has StabiliTrak, this This message displays when the SERVICE STABILITRAK message displays when there is a traction control and/or StabiliTrak ® problem with the Traction Control systems have been turned on or off.
Page 161: Airbag System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-41 STABILITRAK OFF may also The message turns off as soon as Tire Messages display when the stability control the conditions that caused the SERVICE TIRE MONITOR has been automatically disabled. message to be displayed are no There are several conditions that longer present.
Page 162: Transmission Messages
5-42 Instruments and Controls See Tire Inspection on page 10-54, checked and set to those shown on GRADE BRAKING ON Tire Rotation on page 10-55, Tire the Tire Loading Information label. This message displays when the Pressure Monitor System on See Tires on page 10-40, Vehicle grade braking has been activated page 10-51, and Tire Pressure on...
Page 163: Vehicle Reminder
Instruments and Controls 5-43 TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE Vehicle Reminder As soon as it is safe to do so, carefully pull the vehicle over to the ENGINE Messages side of the road and turn the ignition Notice: Do not drive the vehicle off.
Page 164: Washer Fluid Messages
5-44 Instruments and Controls This message clears itself after Vehicle To change customization several seconds. This message also preferences, use the following Personalization clears if you acknowledge it. After procedure. this message clears, the TRAILER Entering the Feature GAIN/OUTPUT display appears in Vehicle Personalization Settings Menu the DIC.
Page 165 Instruments and Controls 5-45 Press the customization button until NO CHANGE: No change will be Press the customization button until made to this feature. The current AUTO DOOR LOCK appears on the the PRESS TO DISPLAY IN setting will remain. DIC display.
Page 166 5-46 Instruments and Controls AUTO DOOR UNLOCK ALL AT KEY OUT: All of the doors Press the customization button until will unlock when the key is taken REMOTE DOOR LOCK appears on This feature allows you to select out of the ignition. the DIC display.
Page 167 Instruments and Controls 5-47 To select a setting, press the set/ LIGHTS ON (default): The exterior power door lock switch twice. See reset button while the desired lamps will flash when you press the Delayed Locking on page 2-8 for setting is displayed on the DIC.
Page 168 5-48 Instruments and Controls EXIT LIGHTING To select a setting, press the set/ The lights will remain on for reset button while the desired 20 seconds or until the lock button This feature allows you to select the setting is displayed on the DIC. on the RKE transmitter is pressed, amount of time you want the or the vehicle is no longer off.
Page 169 Instruments and Controls 5-49 LOUD: The chime volume will be Press the customization button until To select a setting, press the set/ set to a loud level. PARK TILT MIRRORS appears on reset button while the desired the DIC display. Press the set/reset setting is displayed on the DIC.
Page 170 5-50 Instruments and Controls key is removed from the ignition or feature. See Memory Seats on MEMORY SEAT RECALL after pressing the easy exit seat page 3-6 and EASY EXIT RECALL If your vehicle has this feature, it button. earlier for more information. allows you to select your preference for the remote memory seat recall The automatic easy exit seat...
Page 171 Instruments and Controls 5-51 NO CHANGE: No change will be ON (default): The remote start DO NOT RESTORE: The made to this feature. The current feature will be enabled. customization features will not be setting will remain. set to their factory default settings. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature.
Page 172 5-52 Instruments and Controls Exiting the Feature Universal Remote Do not use this system with any garage door opener that does not Settings Menu System have the stop and reverse feature. The feature settings menu will be This includes any garage door See Radio Frequency Statement on exited when any of the following opener model manufactured before...
Page 173 Instruments and Controls 5-53 Park the vehicle outside of the To program up to three devices: 3. Immediately return to the garage when programming a garage vehicle. Press and hold the 1. From inside the vehicle, press door. Be sure that people and Universal Home Remote button the two outside buttons at the objects are clear of the garage door...
Page 174 5-54 Instruments and Controls different function button in Step 3 Your hand-held transmitter can than what was used for the garage have between 8 to 12 dip door opener. switches depending on the brand of transmitter. If these instructions do not work, the garage door opener is probably a The garage door opener receiver Fixed Code unit.
Page 175 Instruments and Controls 5-55 The switch positions on the If a switch is set between hand-held transmitter could be the up and down position, labeled as follows: write Middle. The switch settings written A switch in the up position down in Step 2 now could be labeled as Up, become the button strokes +, or On.
Page 176 5-56 Instruments and Controls 4. The indicator lights will blink 6. Press and hold the button that slowly. Enter each switch setting will be used to control the from Step 2 into your vehicle's garage door until the garage Universal Home Remote. You door moves.
Page 177 Instruments and Controls 5-57 Universal Remote System the indicator lights, located directly above the buttons, begin Operation to blink rapidly. Press and hold the appropriate 2. Once the indicator lights begin to button for at least half of a second. blink, release both buttons.
Page 178 5-58 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
Page 179: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Lighting Features Exterior Lighting Entry Lighting ....6-8 Exit Lighting ....6-8 Exterior Lamp Controls Battery Load Management .
Page 180: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting AUTO (Automatic): Automatically License Plate Lamps Headlamp High/ turns on the headlamps at normal Low-Beam Changer When the headlamps are turned on brightness, together with the while the vehicle is on, the following: (Headlamp High/Low Beam headlamps will turn off automatically Changer): To change the 10 minutes after the ignition is Parking Lamps...
Page 181: Daytime Running
Lighting To use it, pull the turn signal lever The transmission is not in sidemarker, parking lamps, and the toward you, then release it. P (Park). instrument panel lights. The radio lights will also be dim. If the headlamps are in the The light sensor determines it is automatic position or on low beam, To turn off the automatic headlamp...
Page 182 Lighting The system may also turn on the is in the full bright position. See door closed. See Retained headlamps when driving through a Instrument Panel Illumination Accessory Power (RAP) on parking garage or heavy overcast Control on page 6-7. page 9-24.
Page 183: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change one second will cause the turn signals to flash until you release the Signals lever. The lever returns to its starting position whenever it is released. If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or do not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out.
Page 184: Fog Lamps
Lighting Fog Lamps When the headlamps are changed When the wiring is connected to an to high beam, the fog lamps also go auxiliary roof-mounted lamp, off. When the high-beam headlamps pressing the bottom of the button are turned off, the fog lamps will will activate the lamp and illuminate come on again.
Page 185: Interior Lighting
Lighting Interior Lighting Dome Lamps The dome lamps are located in the Instrument Panel overhead console. Illumination Control They come on when any door is opened and turn off after all the doors are closed. Turn the instrument panel brightness knob located below the dome lamp override button, (Dome Off): Press the button clockwise to the farthest position to...
Page 186: Reading Lamps
Lighting Reading Lamps Lighting Features Battery Load Management For vehicles with reading lamps Entry Lighting they are located on the overhead The vehicle has Electric Power console. Management (EPM) that estimates The vehicle has an illuminated entry the battery's temperature and state To turn on the reading lamps, press feature.
Page 187: Battery Power Protection
Lighting enough at idle to produce all the displayed, such as BATTERY LOW power that is needed for very high START VEHICLE. If this message electrical loads. displays, it is recommended that the driver reduce the electrical loads as A high electrical load occurs when much as possible and restart the several of the following are on, such vehicle.
Page 188 6-10 Lighting NOTES...
Page 189 Infotainment System Infotainment Rear Seat Infotainment Introduction Rear Seat Entertainment System (RSE) System ....7-36 Infotainment Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System ..... 7-46 Read the following pages to become familiar with the audio Introduction...
Page 190: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Set up the tone, speaker even after the ignition is turned off. adjustments, and preset radio See Retained Accessory Power stations. (RAP) on page 9-24 for more information. For more information, see Defensive Driving on page 9-3. Navigation/Radio System This vehicle's audio system may be For vehicles with a navigation radio equipped with a noise reduction...
Page 191: Cd (Mp3))
Infotainment System Overview (Radio with CD (MP3)) (Information) Press to show information on the current station or track. B. FAV (Favorites Pages) Press to scroll through the favorite pages. C. MENU Press to open the tone menu to adjust the bass, midrange, treble, fade, and balance.
Page 192 Infotainment System Turn to manually select REV (Reverse) radio stations. Press to and hold to go G. CAT (Category) backward fast through a track. Press to display a list of XM categories. FWD (Forward) (Clock) Press to and hold to fast forward through a track.
Page 193 Infotainment System Overview (Radio with USB, CD, and DVD (MP3)) (Information) Press to show information on the current station or track. B. FAV (Favorites Pages) Press to scroll through the favorite pages. C. MENU Press to open the tone menu to adjust the bass, midrange, treble, fade, and balance.
Page 194: Operation
Infotainment System S. DVD/CD/AUX (Tone/Tune) SEEK Press to scroll through Press to set the bass or Seeks the next station. selecting the DVD, CD, treble. (Power/Volume) or an auxiliary device. Turn to manually select Press to turn the Operation radio stations. infotainment system on Vehicles with a USB, CD, and DVD or off.
Page 195 Infotainment System Manufactured under license from Speed Compensated Volume Noise Compensation Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the (SCV): Radios with SCV Technology: Vehicles with the LTZ double-D symbol are trademarks of automatically adjusts the radio package and a Bose Audio System ®...
Page 196 Infotainment System 3. Press the softkey under the 3. Adjust the setting by doing one EQ (Equalization): Press this AUTO VOLUM (automatic of the following: button to choose bass and treble volume) tab on the radio display. equalization settings designed for Turn the knob clockwise different types of music.
Page 197 Infotainment System Driver Select this setting to Adjusting the Speakers To quickly adjust all speaker and adjust the audio for the driver to tone controls to the middle position, (Balance/Fade) receive the best possible sound press the knob for more than BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade): To quality.
Page 198: Am-Fm Radio
7-10 Infotainment System Radio display and artist information stations. The radio only seeks and displays on the bottom line. When scans stations with a strong signal information is not available, NO that are in the selected band. AM-FM Radio INFO displays. REV: Press to manually tune to Radio Data System (RDS) a radio station in descending order.
Page 199: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System 7-11 page of favorites can contain any 3. Select the number of favorites For more information, contact combination of AM, FM, or XM, pages by pressing the softkey SiriusXM at www.siriusxm.com or if equipped, stations. located below the displayed call 1-866-635-2349 (U.S) and page numbers.
Page 200 7-12 Infotainment System 2. Press either of the two softkeys To add or remove a category: REV: Press to go to the below the desired category tab previous SiriusXM category. 1. Press the MENU button. to immediately tune to the first FWD: Press to go to the next 2.
Page 201 Infotainment System 7-13 Up to 36 stations can be The number of favorites pages can XM Updating: The encryption code programmed as favorites using the be set up using the MENU button. in the receiver is being updated, and six softkeys below the radio station To set up the number of favorites no action is required.
Page 202: Radio Reception
7-14 Infotainment System If this station was one of the 1-866-635-2349 (U.S) and Check Antenna: If this message presets, choose another station for www.xmradio.ca or call does not clear within a short period that preset button. 1-877-209-0079 (Canada). of time, the receiver or antenna could have a fault.
Page 203: Rear Side Window
Infotainment System 7-15 ® SiriusXM Satellite Radio Rear Side Window Service Antenna The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service The AM-FM antenna is located in night. The longer range can cause gives digital radio reception from the passenger rear side windows.
Page 204: Satellite Radio Antenna
7-16 Infotainment System Do not apply aftermarket Audio Players the CD player and the loading slot glass tinting with metallic film. free of foreign materials, liquids, The metallic film in some tinting and debris. CD Player materials will interfere with or If an error displays, see CD Player distort the incoming radio Care of the CD Player...
Page 205 Infotainment System 7-17 If the surface of a CD is soiled, CD is controlled by the buttons on portable audio player is not clean it with a soft, lint free cloth or the radio faceplate or by the RSA connected, No Input Device Found dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, unit.
Page 206 7-18 Infotainment System Press and hold, or press multiple Format Up to 50 playlists. times to continue moving forward Radios that have the capability of Up to 255 files. through the tracks on the CD. playing MP3s can play .mp3 or .wma Playlists with an .m3u or .wpl files that were recorded onto a REV (Fast Reverse): Press...
Page 207 Infotainment System 7-19 Files stored in the root directory. radio displays the file name without button or the SEEK button. An the extension (such as .mp3) as the MP3 CD-R or CD-RW that has been Files stored in folders in the root track name.
Page 208 7-20 Infotainment System are played, the player moves to the SEEK: Press to go to the start of (Next Folder): Press the next artist in alphabetical order and the track, if more than ten seconds softkey below the tab to go to begins playing files by that artist.
Page 209 Infotainment System 7-21 moves to the next album in The label could be caught in the If a label is added to a alphabetical order on the CD and CD player. CD, more than one CD is inserted begins playing MP3 files from that into the slot at a time, or an If the CD is not playing correctly, for album.
Page 210 7-22 Infotainment System disc. If the surface of a disc is Front seat passengers can listen to Inserting a Disc damaged, such as cracked, broken, the radio (AM, FM, or XM if Insert a disc partway into either slot, or scratched, the disc does not play equipped) by pressing the BAND label side up.
Page 211 Infotainment System 7-23 If loading and reading of a disc When a CD is inserted, the text tab If a front auxiliary device is cannot be completed, due to DVD or CD symbol displays on the connected, the DVD/CD AUX button unknown format, etc., and the disc left side of the radio display.
Page 212 7-24 Infotainment System RDM (Random): Press to listen to The CD player reads both (Tune): Turn to select tracks on tracks in random, rather than uncompressed audio and MP3/ the disc that is currently playing. sequential order. To use random: WMA files on a mixed mode disc.
Page 213 Infotainment System 7-25 Playlists with an .m3u or .wpl recorded without folders or playlists. each playlist. When the last extension. When displaying the name of the track of the last playlist has folder, the radio displays ROOT. played, play continues from the Files with an .mp3, .wma, or .cda first track of the first playlist.
Page 214 7-26 Infotainment System Track names longer than (Tune): Turn to select MP3/WMA (Next Folder): Press the 32 characters or 4 pages are files. softkey below the tab to go to shortened. Parts of words on the the first track in the next folder. SEEK: Press to go to the start of last page of text and the extension the track, if more than five seconds...
Page 215 Infotainment System 7-27 shown on the second line of the that album have played, the player DVD-Audio, DVD-R/RW, and DVD display. Once all songs by that artist moves to the next album in +R/RW media, along with MP3 and are played, the player moves to the alphabetical order on the CD and WMA formats.
Page 216 7-28 Infotainment System Loading a disc into the system, auxiliary input device; see Auxiliary (Power): Press to turn the radio depending on media type and Devices on page 7-31 for more on or off. Turn clockwise or format, ranges from 5 to 20 seconds information.
Page 217 Infotainment System 7-29 not work when the DVD is playing Using Softkeys to Play a DVD-V If the DVD still does not play, refer the copyright information or the (Video) to the on-screen instructions, previews. if available. Once a DVD-V is inserted, the radio display menu shows several tab SEEK: Press to go to the next (Stop): Press to stop playing,...
Page 218 7-30 Infotainment System The rear seat passenger can the display, the system is in pause It must be manually turned on by navigate the DVD-V and DVD-A mode. If the pause tab is showing the rear seat occupant through the menus and controls through the on the display, the system is in remote control power button.
Page 219: Cd/Dvd Player
Infotainment System 7-31 twice on the remote control, the disc Player Error: This message displays an error message, write it resumes playing at the beginning of displays if there are disc load or down and provide it to your dealer the disc.
Page 220 7-32 Infotainment System the radio CD/AUX button to begin player. If a portable audio player is Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) playing audio from the device over not connected, No Input Device System on page 7-36 for more the vehicle speakers. Found displays.
Page 221 Infotainment System 7-33 Make sure the iPod has the latest AAC files stored on an iPod. The iPod charges while it is ® firmware from Apple for proper connected to the vehicle if the FAT16 operation. iPod firmware can be vehicle is in the ACC/ACCESSORY ®...
Page 222 7-34 Infotainment System Using Softkeys to Control a SEEK: Press to go to the start of (Folder View): Press the USB Storage Device or iPod the track, if more than ten seconds softkey below to view the have played. Press and hold or contents of the current folder on the The five softkeys below the radio press multiple times to continue...
Page 223 Infotainment System 7-35 Third softkey, 5% through the list Repeat Functionality 3. Press to select the each time the softkey is pressed. desired menu. To use Repeat: Fourth softkey, 10% through the 4. Turn to scroll through the Press the softkey below list each time the softkey is folders or files in the to select between Repeat All and...
Page 224: (Rse) System
7-36 Infotainment System Rear Seat In severe or extreme weather (Shuffle Off): Press the conditions, the RSE system might softkey below to turn shuffle Infotainment not work until the temperature is off. This is the default mode when a within the operating range. The USB storage device or iPod is first Rear Seat Entertainment operating range for the RSE system...
Page 225 Infotainment System 7-37 To turn Parental Control off, press A. Battery cover on. If the light comes on, but there and hold the radio power button for is intermittent sound and/or static on B. Channel 1 or 2 switch more than two seconds. The RSE the headphones, or if the indicator C.
Page 226 7-38 Infotainment System head for best audio reception. The Battery Replacement Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks symbol L (Left) appears on the To change the batteries on the outside bottom edge of the ear cup headphones: and should be positioned on the left 1.
Page 227 Infotainment System 7-39 the RSE system. Adapter the wired headphones. See Using Audio Output connectors or cables (not included) the Auxiliary Input Jack under Audio from the DVD player or may be required to connect the Auxiliary Devices on page 7-31 for auxiliary inputs can be heard auxiliary device to the A/V jacks.
Page 228 7-40 Infotainment System When a device is connected to the and the DVD continues to play Remote Control A/V jacks, or the radio's auxiliary through the previous audio source. input jack if the vehicle has this Use the remote control power button feature, the rear seat passengers or eject the disc to turn off the are able to hear audio from the...
Page 229 Infotainment System 7-41 Objects blocking the line of sight Remote Control Buttons (Enter): Press this button to could also affect the function of the select the choice that is highlighted (Power): Press this button to remote control. in any menu. turn the video screen on and off.
Page 230 7-42 Infotainment System While the DVD is playing, the reversing a DVD audio or CD, AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button DVD can be played slowly by to switch the system between the release . This button might not DVD player and an auxiliary source. pressing , then pressing .
Page 231 Infotainment System 7-43 2. Replace the two batteries in the (Camera): Press this button to compartment. Make sure they change camera angles on DVDs are installed correctly using the that have this feature while a DVD is diagram on the inside of the playing.
Page 232 7-44 Infotainment System Tips and Troubleshooting Chart Problem Recommended Action There is no power. The ignition might not be turned to ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY. The picture does not fill the screen. There are black Check the display mode settings in the setup menu by borders on the top and bottom or on both sides, or the pressing the display menu button on the remote control.
Page 233 Infotainment System 7-45 Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont'd) Problem Recommended Action Sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or Check for obstructions, low batteries, reception range, buzzes. and interference from cellular telephone towers, or use a cellular telephone in the vehicle. Check that the headphones are on correctly using the L (left) and R (right) on the headphones.
Page 234: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
7-46 Infotainment System Cleaning the Video Screen The radio functionality is controlled by both the RSA and the front radio. When cleaning the video screen, Only one band can be tuned to at use only a clean cloth dampened one time. Changing the band on the with clean water.
Page 235 Infotainment System 7-47 inactive, with some radios, if the When a disc is playing in the CD or (Seek): When listening to FM, front seat passengers are listening DVD changer, press this button to AM, or XM (if equipped), press to the disc.
Page 236: Bluetooth
7-48 Infotainment System Phone Review the controls and Warning (Continued) operation of the infotainment system. Bluetooth long or too often could cause a Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. crash resulting in injury or death. For vehicles equipped with The system may not work with Focus your attention on driving.
Page 237 Infotainment System 7-49 For additional information, say missed calls, a minimum volume Pairing Information Help while you are in a voice level is used if the volume is turned A Bluetooth phone with MP3 recognition menu. down too low. capability cannot be paired to Noise: Keep interior noise levels to Bluetooth Controls the vehicle as a phone and an...
Page 238 7-50 Infotainment System If multiple paired cell phones are 5. Locate the device named Your 2. Say Bluetooth. within range of the system, the Vehicle in the list on the cell 3. Say List. system connects to the first phone. Follow the instructions available paired cell phone in the on the cell phone to enter the Deleting a Paired Phone...
Page 239 Infotainment System 7-51 Connecting to a Different Phone Storing and Deleting Phone Using the Store Command Numbers To connect to a different cell phone, 1. Press and hold the Bluetooth system looks for the The system can store up to 30 two seconds.
Page 240 7-52 Infotainment System 3. Say each digit, one at a time, To delete all name tags: Digit Dial: This command allows a that you want to store. After phone number to be dialed by 1. Press and hold each digit is entered, the system entering the digits one at a time.
Page 241 Infotainment System 7-53 Once connected, the person called followed by a tone. After the last Call Waiting will be heard through the audio digit has been entered, Call waiting must be supported on speakers. say Dial. the cell phone and enabled by the Once connected, the person called wireless service carrier.
Page 242 7-54 Infotainment System 3. Use the dial or call command to Transferring a Call phone. See your cell phone dial the number of the third party manufacturer's user guide for more Audio can be transferred between to be called. information. the Bluetooth system and the cell 4.
Page 243 Infotainment System 7-55 Dual Tone Multi-Frequency previous section Deleting a Paired Trademarks and Phone and the previous sections (DTMF) Tones License Agreements on deleting name tags. The Bluetooth system can send Other Information numbers and the numbers stored as name tags during a call. You can ®...
Page 244 7-56 Infotainment System Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Page 245 Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with Climate Control Systems this system. Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ..... . 8-4 Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate Control Only) .
Page 246 Climate Controls outlets. In this mode, the system automatically in this setting, unless (Fan Control): Turn the left automatically selects outside air. the outside temperature is close to knob clockwise or counterclockwise Recirculation cannot be selected freezing. to increase or decrease the fan when in Floor Mode.
Page 247 Climate Controls REAR: Press to turn the rear For vehicles with heated outside (Recirculation): Press this heating and air conditioning on. See rearview mirrors, the mirrors will button to turn the recirculation mode Rear Climate Control System (Rear heat to help clear fog or frost from on or off.
Page 248 Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System (On/Off): Press to turn the climate control system on or off. The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with Outside air still enters the vehicle, this system. The vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system and is directed to the floor.
Page 249 Climate Controls turned off. This is possible since Use the steps below to place the 2. Set the driver and passenger outside air always flows through the entire system in automatic mode: temperature. system as the vehicle is moving 1. Press the AUTO button. To find your comfort setting, start forward unless it is set to with a 23°C (74°F) temperature...
Page 250 Climate Controls To avoid blowing cold air in cold system on. Pressing either mode recirculation and runs the air weather, the system will delay button while in automatic control conditioning compressor unless the turning on the fan until warm air is places the mode under manual outside temperature is close to available.
Page 251 Climate Controls If vent, bi-level, or floor mode is takes for the vehicle to cool down. windows may fog when the weather selected again, the climate control It also helps the system to operate is cold and damp. To clear the fog, system displays the previous more efficiently.
Page 252 Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger Sensors The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. (Rear Window Defogger): Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. It automatically turns off several minutes after it has been activated.
Page 253 Climate Controls The climate control system uses the Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate information from these sensors to Control Only) maintain your comfort setting by adjusting the outlet temperature, fan For vehicles with this system, the rear controls are three knobs located in speed, and the air delivery mode.
Page 254 8-10 Climate Controls Mimic Mode: This mode matches outlets are located directly behind the rear climate control to the front the second row seats. The flow can climate control airflow settings. be divided between vent and floor It comes on when REAR is pressed outlets depending upon where the the first time.
Page 255 Climate Controls 8-11 Rear Climate Control System (with Rear Seat Audio) The rear climate control system can also be turned off by pressing and For vehicles with the rear heat and air conditioning controls, they are holding the button. To turn the integrated with the rear seat audio controls located in the center console.
Page 256 8-12 Climate Controls Automatic Operation, If will turn the system on. The air Air Vents delivery mode will remain under Equipped Use the air outlets located in the automatic control. AUTO: Press the air delivery mode center and on the side of the + or (Temperature Control): button until this setting is selected to...
Page 257 Climate Controls 8-13 Adding outside equipment to the front of the vehicle, such as hood-air deflectors, may affect the performance of the heating and air conditioning system. Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle.
Page 258 8-14 Climate Controls NOTES...
Page 259 Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Brakes Power (RAP) ....9-24 Antilock Brake Operating Shifting Into Park ... . 9-25 System (ABS) .
Page 260: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 9-56 Driving Information Designate a front seat Fuel Additives ....9-57 passenger to handle potential E85 or FlexFuel ....9-57 distractions.
Page 261: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle Warning between you and the driver in Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to long or too often could cause a Focus on the task of driving.
Page 262: Steering
Driving and Operating If the engine ever stops while the Curve Tips Off-Road Recovery vehicle is being driven, brake Take curves at a reasonable normally but do not pump the speed. brakes. Doing so could make the pedal harder to push down. If the Reduce speed before entering a engine stops, there will be some curve.
Page 263: Loss Of Control
Driving and Operating 3. Turn the steering wheel to go If the vehicle starts to slide, follow Remember: Antilock brakes help straight down the roadway. these suggestions: avoid only the braking skid. Ease your foot off the Loss of Control Off-Road Driving accelerator pedal and steer the way you want the vehicle to go.
Page 264 Driving and Operating Know the local laws that apply to Warning Warning (Continued) off-road driving. To gain more ground clearance if When driving off-road, bouncing Keep cargo in the cargo area needed, it may be necessary to and quick changes in direction as far forward and as low as remove the front fascia lower can easily throw you out of...
Page 265 Driving and Operating Do not damage shrubs, flowers, cannot be seen, get out of the Warning (Continued) trees, or grasses or disturb vehicle and walk the hill before wildlife. driving further. seriously injured or killed. As you When driving on hills: Do not park over things that near the top of a hill, slow down burn.
Page 266 Driving and Operating If the vehicle stalls on a hill: The vehicle can roll Warning (Continued) backward quickly and you 1. Apply the brakes to stop the could lose control. vehicle, and then apply the the vehicle, set the parking brake parking brake.
Page 267 Driving and Operating downhill wheels which could Traction is reduced on hard packed Warning cause a downhill slide or a snow and ice and it is easy to lose rollover. control. Reduce vehicle speed when Getting out of the vehicle on the driving on hard packed snow Surface conditions can be a downhill side when stopped...
Page 268: Driving On Wet Roads
9-10 Driving and Operating Driving in Water the tailpipe is under water, you will Driving on Wet Roads not be able to start the engine. Rain and wet roads can reduce When going through water, the Warning vehicle traction and affect your brakes get wet, and it might take ability to stop and accelerate.
Page 269: Highway Hypnosis
Driving and Operating 9-11 Other Rainy Weather Tips Other driving tips include: Warning (Continued) Besides slowing down, other wet Keep the vehicle well ventilated. weather driving tips include: happens, you and other vehicle Keep the interior occupants could drown. Do not Allow extra following distance.
Page 270: Winter Driving
9-12 Driving and Operating Winter Driving Warning Warning (Continued) Driving on Snow or Ice If you do not shift down, the crash. Always have the engine Drive carefully when there is snow brakes could get so hot that they running and the vehicle in gear or ice between the tires and the would not work well.
Page 271 Driving and Operating 9-13 The Antilock Brake System (ABS) Blizzard Conditions Warning (Continued) improves vehicle stability during Being stuck in snow can be a hard stops on slippery roads, but serious situation. Stay with the If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: apply the brakes sooner than when vehicle unless there is help nearby.
Page 272: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
9-14 Driving and Operating If the Vehicle Is Stuck For information about using tire Warning (Continued) chains on the vehicle, see Tire Slowly and cautiously spin the Chains on page 10-61. For more information about wheels to free the vehicle when Rocking the Vehicle to Get carbon monoxide, see Engine stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
Page 273: Vehicle Load Limits
Driving and Operating 9-15 vehicle out after a few tries, it might vehicle capacity weight and need to be towed out. Recovery includes the weight of all hooks can be used, if the vehicle occupants, cargo, and all has them. If the vehicle does need nonfactory-installed options.
Page 274 9-16 Driving and Operating Tire and Loading Information positions (A), and the maximum Steps for Determining Correct Label vehicle capacity weight (B) in Load Limit kilograms and pounds. Locate the statement "The The Tire and Loading combined weight of Information label also shows the occupants and cargo should size of the original equipment never exceed XXX kg or...
Page 275 Driving and Operating 9-17 and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
Page 276 9-18 Driving and Operating weight of the driver, passengers, (GVWR). The GVWR includes and cargo should never exceed the weight of the vehicle, all your vehicle's capacity weight. occupants, fuel, and cargo. The Certification/Tire label also Certification/Tire Label tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 277 Driving and Operating 9-19 Using heavier suspension Warning Warning (Continued) components to get added durability might not change your Do not load the vehicle any Never stack heavier weight ratings. Ask your dealer heavier than the Gross things, like suitcases, to help you load your vehicle the Vehicle Weight Rating inside the vehicle so that...
Page 278: Starting And Operating
9-20 Driving and Operating Starting and replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every Operating time you get new brake linings. New Vehicle Break-In Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See Trailer Towing Notice: The vehicle does not The control used to adjust the on page 9-63 for the trailer need an elaborate break-in.
Page 279: Ignition Positions
Driving and Operating 9-21 Ignition Positions will remain active. See Retained If the vehicle must be shut off in an Accessory Power (RAP) on emergency: page 9-24. 1. Brake using a firm and steady This position locks the ignition. pressure. Do not pump the It also locks the transmission on brakes repeatedly.
Page 280: Starting The Engine
9-22 Driving and Operating while the engine is off. Use this D (START): This is the position that Warning position if the vehicle must be starts the engine. When the engine pushed or towed. starts, release the key. The ignition Turning off the vehicle while switch returns to ON/RUN for C (ON/RUN): This position can be...
Page 281 Driving and Operating 9-23 Starting Procedure the engine is already running. 2. If the engine does not start after Engine cranking can be stopped 5-10 seconds, especially in very 1. With your foot off the accelerator by turning the ignition switch to cold weather (below 18°C or pedal, turn the ignition to START.
Page 282: Engine Heater
9-24 Driving and Operating covered by the vehicle warranty. tie which secures the electrical The length of time the heater should See Add-On Electrical Equipment cord. Do not cut the remain plugged in depends on on page 9-77. electrical cord. several factors.
Page 283: Shifting Into Park
Driving and Operating 9-25 Shifting Into Park 1. Hold the brake pedal down, then Warning (Continued) set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on Warning if the shift lever is not fully in page 9-41. P (Park) with the parking brake It can be dangerous to get out of firmly set.
Page 284: Shifting Out Of Park
9-26 Driving and Operating can move the shift lever away from in the transmission. You will then be If the vehicle has an uncharged P (Park) without first pulling it toward able to pull the shift lever out of battery or a battery with low voltage, you.
Page 285: Parking Over Things
Driving and Operating 9-27 Parking over Things When less power is required, such Engine Exhaust as cruising at a constant vehicle That Burn speed, the system will operate in Warning the half cylinder mode, allowing the Warning vehicle to achieve better fuel Engine exhaust contains carbon economy.
Page 286: Automatic Transmission
9-28 Driving and Operating Running the Vehicle Automatic Warning (Continued) While Parked Transmission There are holes or openings It is better not to park with the If the vehicle is has an automatic in the vehicle body from engine running. transmission, it has an electronic damage or aftermarket If the vehicle is left with the engine...
Page 287 Driving and Operating 9-29 P (Park): This position locks the Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) Warning (Continued) rear wheels. It is the best position to while the vehicle is moving use when starting the engine forward could damage the move the shift lever to P (Park). because the vehicle cannot move transmission.
Page 288 9-30 Driving and Operating Going about 55 km/h (35 mph) or throttle position, and vehicle load. Warning (Continued) more, push the accelerator all If the shift stabilization feature the way down. determines that a current vehicle You could lose control and hit speed cannot be maintained, the By doing this, the vehicle shifts people or objects.
Page 289: Manual Mode
Driving and Operating 9-31 warms up. Shifts could be more using the engine and transmission Manual Mode noticeable with a cold transmission. to slow the vehicle. The first time Range Selection Mode This difference in shifting is normal. the system engages for each ®...
Page 290: Tow/Haul Mode
9-32 Driving and Operating 2. Press the plus/minus buttons, Notice: Spinning the tires or Tow/Haul Mode located on the steering column holding the vehicle in one place shift lever, to select the desired on a hill using only the range of gears for the current accelerator pedal may damage driving conditions.
Page 291: Drive Systems
Driving and Operating 9-33 desired vehicle speeds when driving Drive Systems on downhill grades by using the engine and transmission to slow the Four-Wheel Drive (Two vehicle. Speed Automatic To disable or enable Tow/Haul Transfer Case) Grade Braking within the current When Tow/Haul Mode is selected ignition key cycle, press and hold If the vehicle has four-wheel drive,...
Page 292 9-34 Driving and Operating ® The vehicle has StabiliTrak The transfer case knob is located to AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Shifting into Four-Wheel Drive Low the left of the instrument panel Drive): This setting is ideal for use will turn Traction Control and cluster.
Page 293 Driving and Operating 9-35 deep sand, deep mud, deep snow, If the SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE Shifting Into Four-Wheel and while climbing or descending message stays on, you should take Drive Low steep hills. the vehicle to your dealer for When Four-Wheel Drive Low is service.
Page 294 9-36 Driving and Operating transfer case. To help avoid Shifting Out of Four-Wheel for the mode indicator lights to damaging the vehicle, always wait Drive Low stop flashing before shifting the for the mode indicator lights to transmission into gear. To shift from Four-Wheel Drive Low stop flashing before shifting the to Four-Wheel Drive High, AUTO,...
Page 295 Driving and Operating 9-37 Shifting into N (Neutral) 7. If the engine is running, verify 3. Turn the transfer case dial to the that the transfer case is in desired transfer case shift To shift the transfer case to N (Neutral) by shifting the position (Two-Wheel Drive High, N (Neutral) do the following: transmission to R (Reverse) for...
Page 296: Transfer Case)
9-38 Driving and Operating This will protect the transfer case While driving on clean dry pavement The transfer case knob is located to from possible damage and will only and during tight turns, you may the left of the instrument panel allow the transfer case to respond to experience a vibration in the cluster.
Page 297 Driving and Operating 9-39 Service Four-Wheel Drive Excessively shifting the transfer 2 (Two-Wheel Drive High): This case into or out of the different setting is used for driving in most If the SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE modes may cause the transfer case street and highway situations.
Page 298: Antilock Brake
9-40 Driving and Operating Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS...
Page 299: Parking Brake
Driving and Operating 9-41 Parking Brake brake is fully released and the power brake system under brake warning light is off before conditions where the driver has driving. quickly and forcefully applied the brake pedal in an attempt to quickly To release the parking brake, hold stop or slow down the vehicle.
Page 300: Ride Control Systems Stabilitrak
9-42 Driving and Operating completely stops and holds the Ride Control Systems When the vehicle is started and vehicle in a complete standstill on a begins to move, the system grade, HSA will be automatically performs several diagnostic checks ® StabiliTrak System activated.
Page 301 Driving and Operating 9-43 taken in for service. For more The traction control part of When the TCS or StabiliTrak system information on the DIC messages, StabiliTrak can be turned off by is turned off, the StabiliTrak light see Ride Control System Messages pressing and releasing the TCS/ and the appropriate message will be on page 5-40.
Page 302 9-44 Driving and Operating When the transfer case is in 4LO, disabled. In this mode, engine If cruise control is being used when the stability system is automatically power is not reduced automatically the system activates, the StabiliTrak disabled, the StabiliTrak light comes and the driven wheels can spin light will flash and cruise control will on, and the appropriate message...
Page 303: Locking Rear Axle
Driving and Operating 9-45 Locking Rear Axle independently adjust the damping rear of the vehicle to maintain level to provide the optimum proper vehicle height. The system is Vehicles with a locking rear axle can vehicle ride. activated when the ignition key is give more traction on snow, mud, turned to ON/RUN and will Autoride also interact with the tow/...
Page 304: Cruise Control
9-46 Driving and Operating Cruise Control If the vehicle has StabiliTrak and the +RES (Resume/Accelerate): system begins to limit wheel spin, Press briefly to make the vehicle cruise control will automatically resume to a previously set speed, Warning ® disengage. See StabiliTrak System or press and hold to accelerate.
Page 305 Driving and Operating 9-47 4. Take your foot off the To increase vehicle speed in Using Cruise Control on Hills accelerator. small amounts, press the +RES How well the cruise control works button. Each time this is done, on hills depends on the vehicle Resuming a Set Speed the vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h speed, the load, and the steepness...
Page 306: Object Detection Systems
9-48 Driving and Operating For other forms of Grade Braking, Object Detection How the System Works see Automatic Transmission on URPA comes on automatically when Systems page 9-28 andTow/Haul Mode on the shift lever is moved into page 9-32. R (Reverse). A single tone sounds Ultrasonic Parking Assist to indicate the system is working.
Page 307: Side Blind Zone
Driving and Operating 9-49 Turning the System On and Off PARK ASSIST OFF: This message Other conditions may affect system occurs if the driver disables the performance, such as vibrations system or if the vehicle is driven from a jackhammer or the above 8 km/h (5 mph) in compression of air brakes on a very R (Reverse).
Page 308 9-50 Driving and Operating The SBZA sensor covers a zone of When the vehicle is started, both Warning (Continued) approximately one lane over from outside mirror SBZA displays will both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m briefly come on to indicate the all driving conditions.
Page 309: Rear Vision
Driving and Operating 9-51 caution while changing lanes when cleaning both sides of the vehicle Warning towing a trailer. SBZA may alert you toward the rear corners of the to objects attached to the vehicle, vehicle, see your dealer. The RVC system does not display such as a trailer, bicycle, or object If the SBZA displays do not light up children, pedestrians, bicyclists,...
Page 310 9-52 Driving and Operating appears on the inside rearview screen displays the last screen after The delay that is received after mirror. The video image disappears the vehicle is shifted out of shifting out of R (Reverse) is after the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse).
Page 311 Driving and Operating 9-53 The symbols appear near objects Guidelines RVC Location detected by the URPA system. The The RVC system has a guideline symbol may cover the object when overlay that can help the driver align viewing the navigation screen. the vehicle when backing into a parking spot.
Page 312 9-54 Driving and Operating Displayed images may be further or The back of the vehicle is in an closer than they appear. The area accident, the position and displayed is limited and objects mounting angle of the camera which are close to either corner of can change or the camera can the bumper or under the bumper do be affected.
Page 313: Recommended Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-55 A fast flash may indicate that the Fuel If the vehicle has a yellow fuel cap, display has been on for the E85 or FlexFuel can be used in the Use of the recommended fuel is an maximum allowable time during vehicle.
Page 314: Gasoline Specifications
9-56 Driving and Operating Prohibited Fuels emission control system satisfactorily on fuels meeting performance. The malfunction federal specifications, but emission Gasolines containing oxygenates, indicator lamp may turn on. If this control system performance might such as ethers and ethanol, as well occurs, see your dealer for service.
Page 315: Fuel Additives
Driving and Operating 9-57 Fuel Additives The use of E85 or FlexFuel is immediately after refueling to allow encouraged when the vehicle is the vehicle to adapt to the change in To keep fuel systems clean, TOP designed to use it. E85 or FlexFuel ethanol concentration.
Page 316: Filling The Tank
9-58 Driving and Operating Filling the Tank Warning (Continued) Warning Keep children away from the fuel pump and never let Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn children pump fuel. violently and can cause injury or Fuel can spray out if the fuel death.
Page 317: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-59 nozzle. Clean fuel from painted Filling a Portable Fuel Warning surfaces as soon as possible. See Container Exterior Care on page 10-87. If a fire starts while you are When replacing the fuel cap, insert refueling, do not remove the Warning the tether in its hole before nozzle.
Page 318: General Towing
9-60 Driving and Operating Towing Driving Characteristics Warning (Continued) and Towing Tips General Towing keep it in contact with the fill Driving with a Trailer opening until filling is Information complete. When towing a trailer: Only use towing equipment that has Fill the container no more Become familiar with the state been designed for the vehicle.
Page 319 Driving and Operating 9-61 Towing a trailer requires a certain Passing Warning amount of experience. The More passing distance is needed combination you are driving is when towing a trailer. The When towing a trailer, exhaust longer and not as responsive as the combination will not accelerate as gases may collect at the rear of vehicle itself.
Page 320 9-62 Driving and Operating When turning with a trailer, make The Tow/Haul Mode may be used if Parking on Hills wider turns than normal. Do this so the transmission shifts too often. the trailer will not strike soft See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9-32. Warning shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees, When towing at high altitude on...
Page 321: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating 9-63 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then lubricant, belts, cooling system, and Warning (Continued) apply the parking brake and shift brake system. It is a good idea to into P (Park). inspect these before and during the vehicle warranty. Pull a trailer the trip.
Page 322 9-64 Driving and Operating durability and fuel economy. trailering equipment. Weight of Successful, safe trailering takes additional optional equipment, correct equipment, and it has to be passengers, and cargo in the tow used properly. vehicle must be subtracted from the trailer weight rating.
Page 323 Driving and Operating 9-65 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* 1500 Series 2WD Short Wheel Base 5.3L V8 3.08 2 495 kg (5,500 lb) 4 990 kg (11,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.42 2 722 kg (6,000 lb) 5 216 kg (11,500 lb) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.42 3 856 kg (8,500 lb)
Page 324 9-66 Driving and Operating Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice, or write us at our Customer Assistance Offices, See Customer Assistance Offices on page 13-3. Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is very important because it is also part of the vehicle weight.
Page 325: Towing Equipment
Driving and Operating 9-67 Weight of the Trailering Maximum Tongue Combination Vehicle Series Hitch Type Weight It is important that the combination 1500 Weight Carrying 272 kg (600 lb) of the tow vehicle and trailer does 1500 Weight Distributing 453 kg (1,000 lb) not exceed any of its weight ratings GCWR, GVWR, RGAWR, Trailer Weight Rating or Tongue Weight.
Page 326 9-68 Driving and Operating Trailer Tongue in Trailer Towing on When using a weight-distributing Trailer Brakes page 9-63 for rating limits with hitch, the spring bars should be A loaded trailer that weighs more various hitch types. adjusted so the distance (A) is the than 900 kg (2,000 lbs) needs to same after coupling the trailer to the Consider using sway controls with...
Page 327 Driving and Operating 9-69 The seven-wire harness contains Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness Brown: Taillamps the following trailer circuits: Package White: Ground Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal Light Green: Back-up Lamps Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Red: Battery Feed* Signal Dark Blue: Trailer Brake* Brown: Taillamps *The fuses for these two circuits are White: Ground...
Page 328 9-70 Driving and Operating Electric Brake Control Wiring power both ITBC and aftermarket Tow/Haul is a feature that assists controllers to control the trailer when pulling a heavy trailer or a Provisions brakes at the same time. large or heavy load. See Tow/Haul These wiring provisions are Mode on page 9-32 for more Tow/Haul Mode...
Page 329 Driving and Operating 9-71 Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul This symbol is located on the Trailer The vehicle may have a Hill Start when lightly loaded or with no trailer Brake Control Panel on vehicles Assist (HSA) feature. See Hill Start at all will not cause damage.
Page 330 9-72 Driving and Operating Trailer Brake Control Panel Brake Display Page on the DIC to Warning adjust and display power output to the trailer brakes. Connecting a trailer that has a Trailer Brake DIC Display Page surge, air, or electric-over-hydraulic trailer The ITBC system displays brake system may result in messages into the vehicle s Driver...
Page 331 Driving and Operating 9-73 will first recall the current Trailer adjustment buttons located on the are active. See Trailer Sway Control Gain setting. After the Trailer Trailer Brake Control Panel. Press (TSC) on page 9-76 and Hill Start Brake Display Page is displayed, and hold a gain button to cause the Assist (HSA) on page 9-41.
Page 332 9-74 Driving and Operating Manual Trailer Brake Apply Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure electrical connections. See Vehicle Load Limits on The Manual Trailer Brake Apply Trailer Gain should be set for a page 9-15 for more information. Lever is located on the Trailer Brake specific trailering condition and must Control Panel and is used to apply be adjusted any time vehicle...
Page 333 Driving and Operating 9-75 5. Drive the vehicle with the trailer 7. Re-adjust Trailer Gain any time CHECK TRAILER WIRING This attached on a level road surface vehicle loading, trailer loading or message will be displayed if: representative of the towing road surface conditions change 1.
Page 334: Trailer Sway
9-76 Driving and Operating 2. There is an electrical fault in the harness to the vehicle, the An authorized GM dealer may be wiring to the electric trailer electrical fault is on the able to diagnose and repair brakes. This message will trailer side.
Page 335: Conversions And Add-Ons
Driving and Operating 9-77 If TSC is enabled, the Traction Conversions and Warning (Continued) Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Add-Ons warning light will flash on the See Towing Equipment on instrument cluster. Vehicle speed page 9-67 for trailer ratings and must be reduced. If trailer sway Add-On Electrical hitch setup recommendations.
Page 336: Adding A Snow Plow Or
9-78 Driving and Operating Adding a Snow Plow or the weights on the vehicle's axles Here are some guidelines for safely and the Gross Vehicle Weight carrying a snow plow on the vehicle: Similar Equipment Rating (GVWR), are not exceeded. Make sure the weight on the Before installing a snow plow on the The plow the vehicle can carry...
Page 337 Driving and Operating 9-79 combination does not exceed In order to calculate the amount of the GVW rating, the front and weight any front accessory, such as rear axle ratings, and the front a snow plow, is adding to the front and rear weight distribution ratio.
Page 338 9-80 Driving and Operating For example, adding a 318 kg GAWR, rear GAWR, and the Gross Warning (Continued) (700 lb) snow plow actually adds Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) more than 318 kg (700 lb) to the must never be exceeded. weight is less than the gross front axle.
Page 339 Driving and Operating 9-81 The total vehicle reserve capacity for the vehicle can be found in the lower right corner of the Certification/Tire label as shown previously. See your dealer for additional advice and information about using a snow plow on the vehicle. Also, see Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-15.
Page 340 9-82 Driving and Operating NOTES...
Page 341 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Engine Fan ....10-20 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Power Steering Fluid ..10-20 Stoplamps, and Back-Up Washer Fluid .
Page 342: General Information
10-2 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor Jump Starting General Information Operation ....10-52 Jump Starting ....10-77 For service and parts needs, visit Tire Inspection .
Page 343: California Perchlorate
Vehicle Care 10-3 cause cancer and birth defects or handling, emissions systems, Vehicle Checks other reproductive harm. Engine aerodynamics, durability, and exhaust, many parts and systems, electronic systems like antilock Doing Your Own many fluids, and some component brakes, traction control, and stability Service Work wear by-products contain and/or control.
Page 344 10-4 Vehicle Care This vehicle has an airbag system. 1. Pull the handle with this symbol 4. Lift the hood. Before attempting to do your own on it. It is inside the vehicle to Before closing the hood, be sure service work, see Airbag System the lower left of the steering all the filler caps are on properly.
Page 345 Vehicle Care 10-5 Engine Compartment Overview 5.3L V8 Engine...
Page 346: Engine Oil
10-6 Vehicle Care A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on Engine Cooling Fan (Out of Engine Oil page 10-13. View). See Cooling System on To ensure proper engine page 10-14. B. Coolant Surge Tank and performance and long life, careful Pressure Cap. See Cooling Power Steering Fluid Reservoir.
Page 347 Vehicle Care 10-7 Checking Engine Oil 2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it to the engine. If you find that you with a paper towel or cloth, then have an oil level above the It is a good idea to check the engine push it back in all the way.
Page 348 10-8 Vehicle Care Specification Viscosity Grade Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause Use and ask for licensed engine oils SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity engine damage not covered by the ® with the dexos1 approved grade for the vehicle.
Page 349: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care 10-9 Engine Oil Life System engine oil and filter must be How to Reset the Engine Oil changed at least once a year and, Life System When to Change Engine Oil at this time, the system must be Reset the system whenever the reset.
Page 350: Automatic Transmission
10-10 Vehicle Care On all vehicles, the Engine Oil Life Automatic Transmission Change the fluid and filter at the System can be reset as follows: scheduled maintenance intervals Fluid listed in Maintenance Schedule on 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with page 11-2.
Page 351 Vehicle Care 10-11 2. Apply the parking brake and Cold Check Procedure 1. Locate the transmission dipstick place the shift lever in P (Park). at the rear of the engine Use this procedure only as a compartment, on the passenger 3.
Page 352 10-12 Vehicle Care 5. If the fluid level is below the the first opportunity in order to verify 4. Check both sides of the dipstick COLD check band, add only the cold check. The fluid level rises and read the lower level. Repeat enough fluid as necessary to as fluid temperature increases, so it the check procedure to verify the...
Page 353: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Vehicle Care 10-13 6. If the fluid level is in the How to Inspect the Engine Air acceptable range, push the Cleaner/Filter dipstick back in all the way, then To inspect the air cleaner/filter, flip the handle down to lock the remove the engine air cleaner/filter dipstick in place.
Page 354: Cooling System
10-14 Vehicle Care 3. Remove the engine air cleaner/ Cooling System Warning filter from the housing. Care The cooling system allows the should be taken to dislodge as An electric engine cooling fan engine to maintain the correct little dirt as possible. under the hood can start up even working temperature.
Page 355: Engine Coolant
Vehicle Care 10-15 Notice: Using coolant other than What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, ® DEX-COOL can cause premature drinkable water and DEX-COOL engine, heater core, or radiator coolant. If using this mixture, Warning corrosion. In addition, the engine nothing else needs to be added.
Page 356 10-16 Vehicle Care the proper mixture of engine coolant surge tank, but be sure the How to Add Coolant to the coolant for the cooling system. cooling system is cool before this Surge Tank See Recommended Fluids and is done. Lubricants on page 11-12.
Page 357 Vehicle Care 10-17 2. Keep turning the pressure cap Warning (Continued) slowly and remove it. cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool. If no coolant is visible in the surge tank, add coolant as follows: 4.
Page 358: Engine Overheating
10-18 Vehicle Care 6. Verify coolant level after engine If the decision is made not to lift the If Steam Is Coming from the is shut off and the coolant is hood when this warning appears, Engine Compartment cold. If necessary, repeat coolant but instead get service help right fill procedure Steps 1 6.
Page 359: Overheated Engine
Vehicle Care 10-19 Idles for long periods in traffic. If the warning continues, pull over, Warning (Continued) stop, and park the vehicle Tows a trailer. See Trailer right away. See Overheated Engine Towing on page 9-63. If there is no sign of steam, idle the Protection Operating Mode on If the overheat warning is displayed engine for three minutes while...
Page 360: Engine Fan
10-20 Vehicle Care distances and/or towing a trailer in properly. The fans will change to low How to Check Power Steering the overheat protection mode speed when additional cooling is no Fluid should be avoided. longer required. To check the power steering fluid: Notice: After driving in the Power Steering Fluid 1.
Page 361: Washer Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-21 Notice: Use of the incorrect fluid displays, washer fluid will need to Fill the washer fluid tank only may damage the vehicle and the be added to the windshield washer three-quarters full when it is damages may not be covered by fluid reservoir.
Page 362: Brake Fluid
10-22 Vehicle Care Brake linings should always be installing disc brake pads that are Warning replaced as complete axle sets. wrong for the vehicle, can change the balance between the front and Brake Pedal Travel The brake wear warning sound rear brakes for the worse.
Page 363 Vehicle Care 10-23 There are only two reasons why the Warning brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down: If too much brake fluid is added, it The brake fluid level goes down can spill on the engine and burn, because of normal brake lining if the engine is hot enough.
Page 364: Battery
10-24 Vehicle Care Always clean the brake fluid If brake fluid is spilled on the Vehicle Storage reservoir cap and the area around vehicle's painted surfaces, the cap before removing it. This the paint finish can be Warning helps keep dirt from entering the damaged.
Page 365: Four-Wheel Drive
Vehicle Care 10-25 Four-Wheel Drive To get an accurate reading, the Front Axle vehicle should be on a level Transfer Case When to Check and Change surface. Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly the fill plug (A) hole, some lubricant Refer to Maintenance Schedule on...
Page 366: Rear Axle
10-26 Vehicle Care What to Use out along the axle tubes and has not drained back to the sump area. Refer to Recommended Fluids and Therefore, a reading taken Lubricants on page 11-12 to five minutes after the vehicle has determine what kind of lubricant been driven will appear to have a to use.
Page 367: Starter Switch Check
Vehicle Care 10-27 The proper level is from 1.0 mm to 3. Try to start the engine in each 2. Apply the parking brake. Be 19.0 mm (0.04 in to 0.75 in) below gear. The vehicle should start ready to apply the regular brake the bottom of the fill plug hole, only in P (Park) or N (Neutral).
Page 368: Park Brake And P (Park)
10-28 Vehicle Care Contact your dealer if service is pressure from the regular brake required. pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. Park Brake and P (Park) To check the P (Park) Mechanism Check mechanism's holding ability: With the engine running, shift to 2.
Page 369: Glass Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-29 Rear Wiper Blade Replacement Headlamp Aiming 1. Lift the wiper blade assembly up Headlamp aim has been preset and and out of the park rest position. should need no further adjustment. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected.
Page 370: Bulb Replacement
10-30 Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up For the proper type of replacement Lamps bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 10-31. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs Warning 2.
Page 371: License Plate Lamp
Vehicle Care 10-31 6. Press a new bulb into the bulb License Plate Lamp 5. Reverse Steps 1 3 to reinstall socket and install the socket into the license plate lamp. the taillamp assembly by turning Replacement Bulbs it clockwise. 7.
Page 372: Electrical System
10-32 Vehicle Care Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Breakers An electrical overload may cause Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in The wiring circuits in the vehicle are some cases to remain off. Have the Overload protected from short circuits by a headlamp wiring checked right away...
Page 373 Vehicle Care 10-33 Engine Compartment Fuse Block The Engine Compartment Fuse Block is located in the engine compartment, on the driver side of the vehicle. Lift the cover for access to the fuse/relay block. Notice: Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it.
Page 374 10-34 Vehicle Care...
Page 375 Vehicle Care 10-35 The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Trailer Back-up Fuel System Control features shown. Lamps Module Fuses Usage Driver Side Headlamp Washer Right Trailer Stop/ Low-Beam Headlamp Turn Lamp Rear Windshield Engine Control...
Page 376 10-36 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Airbag System Engine Control Daytime Running Lamps 2 (If Equipped) (Battery) Module, Secondary Fuel Pump (Ignition) Sunroof Instrument Panel Cluster Key Ignition System, J-Case Usage Theft Deterrent Not Used Fuses System Auxiliary Climate Cooling Fan 1 Windshield Wiper...
Page 377 Vehicle Care 10-37 Instrument Panel Fuse J-Case Relays Usage Usage Block Fuses HDLP Low-Beam Headlamp Not Used LO/HID Transfer Case Front Fog Lamps LAMP Stud 1 (Trailer Connector Battery Air Conditioning Power) CMPRSR Compressor Mid-Bussed Electrical STRTR Starter Center 1 PWR/TRN Powertrain Climate Control FUEL...
Page 378 10-38 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Driver Side Turn Signal, Stoplamp Instrument Panel Back Lighting Passenger Side Turn Signal, Stoplamp Passenger Door Module, Driver Unlock Power Door Lock 2 (Unlock Feature) Power Door Lock 2 (Lock Feature) Stoplamps, Center High Mounted The vehicle may not be equipped Stoplamp Fuses...
Page 379: Breakers
Vehicle Care 10-39 Top View Fuses Usage Circuit Usage Breaker Interior Lamps LT DR Driver Side Power Power Door Lock 1 Window Circuit (Unlock Feature) Breaker Rear Seat Entertainment Harness Connector Usage Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist, Power Driver Door Liftgate LT DR Harness Connection...
Page 380: Wheels And Tires
10-40 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Harness Warning (Continued) Connector Usage Tires and a serious crash. See HEADLINER Headliner Harness Vehicle Load Limits on Connector 2 Every new GM vehicle has page 9-15. high-quality tires made by a HEADLINER Headliner Harness leading tire manufacturer.
Page 381: All-Season Tires
Vehicle Care 10-41 potholes, or sharp edged Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) objects, or when sliding into a curb. The warranty does not mud, ice, etc. Excessive Worn or old tires can cover this type of damage. spinning may cause the cause a crash.
Page 382: Winter Tires
10-42 Vehicle Care expected. All-season tires provide If using winter tires: installing winter tires on the vehicle adequate performance for most if frequent driving in cold Use tires of the same brand and winter driving conditions, but they temperatures or on snow or ice tread type on all four wheel may not offer the same level of covered roads is expected.
Page 383: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Vehicle Care 10-43 Tire Sidewall Labeling and service description. See the digits represent the week Tire Size illustration later in this (01-52) and the last two digits, Useful information about a tire is section for more detail. the year. For example, the third molded into the sidewall.
Page 384 10-44 Vehicle Care (F) Uniform Tire Quality criteria have a TPC specification Grading (UTQG) Tire code molded onto the sidewall. manufacturers are required to GM's TPC specifications meet or grade tires based on three exceed all federal safety performance factors: treadwear, guidelines.
Page 385: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care 10-45 DOT Tire Date of (G) Single Tire Maximum (A) Passenger (P Metric) Tire Manufacture The last four Load Maximum load that can The United States version of a digits of the TIN indicate the tire be carried and the maximum metric tire sizing system.
Page 386 10-46 Vehicle Care (D) Construction Code (LT Metric) tire illustration, it letter code is used to indicate would mean that the tire's the type of ply construction in sidewall is 75 percent as high as the tire. The letter R means it is wide.
Page 387: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Vehicle Care 10-47 (single/dual). The speed rating is Belt A rubber coated layer of maximum capacity of fuel, oil, the maximum speed a tire is cords between the plies and the and coolant, but without certified to carry a load. tread.
Page 388 10-48 Vehicle Care GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Maximum Load Rating model name molding that is Rating for the rear axle. See load rating for a tire at the higher or deeper than the same Vehicle Load Limits on maximum permissible inflation moldings on the other sidewall page 9-15.
Page 389: Tire Pressure
Vehicle Care 10-49 Sidewall The portion of a tire tire's traction, temperature, and recommended inflation pressure. between the tread and the bead. treadwear. Ratings are See Tire and Loading determined by tire Information Label under Vehicle Speed Rating manufacturers using Load Limits on page 9-15.
Page 390 10-50 Vehicle Care Overinflated tires, or tires that the vehicle is loaded affects Remove the valve cap from the have too much air, can vehicle handling and ride tire valve stem. Press the tire result in: comfort. Never load the vehicle gauge firmly onto the valve to with more weight than it was get a pressure measurement.
Page 391: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care 10-51 Tire Pressure Monitor pressure telltale when one or more The TPMS malfunction indicator is of your tires is significantly combined with the low tire pressure System under-inflated. telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for The Tire Pressure Monitor System Accordingly, when the low tire approximately one minute and then...
Page 392: Tire Pressure Monitor
10-52 Vehicle Care See Radio Frequency Statement on located on the instrument cluster. air pressure is getting low and page 13-15. If the warning light comes on, stop needs to be inflated to the proper as soon as possible and inflate the pressure.
Page 393 Vehicle Care 10-53 GM-approved tire sealant successfully. See TPMS Sensor could prevent the TPMS from available through your dealer or Matching Process later in this functioning properly. See Buying included in the vehicle. section. New Tires on page 10-57. TPMS Malfunction Light and The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or Message...
Page 394: Tire Inspection
10-54 Vehicle Care malfunction light and the DIC receiver is in relearn mode and tire, and the TPMS sensor message should go off at the next the TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE matching process is no longer ignition cycle. The sensors are message displays on the DIC active.
Page 395: Tire Rotation
Vehicle Care 10-55 The tread or sidewall is Anytime unusual wear is Do not include the spare tire in noticed, rotate the tires as soon the tire rotation. cracked, cut, or snagged as possible, check for proper tire deep enough to show cord or Adjust the front and rear tires to inflation pressure, and check for fabric.
Page 396: When It Is Time For New
10-56 Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New commercial truck tires may not have Warning treadwear indicators. See Tire Tires Inspection on page 10-54 and Tire Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Rotation on page 10-55 for Factors, such as maintenance, parts to which it is fastened, can additional information.
Page 397: Buying New Tires
Vehicle Care 10-57 Vehicle Storage replacement tires are needed, performance of the vehicle. GM strongly recommends Braking and handling Tires age when stored normally buying tires with the same TPC performance may be adversely mounted on a parked vehicle. Park Spec rating.
Page 398: Different Size Tires And Wheels
10-58 Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading Warning Warning Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the Mixing tires of different sizes, Using bias-ply tires on the vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits brands, or types may cause vehicle may cause the wheel on page 9-15 for the label loss of control of the vehicle, rim flanges to develop cracks...
Page 399: Uniform Tire Quality
Vehicle Care 10-59 Uniform Tire Quality nominal rim diameters of Warning 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), Grading or to some limited-production If different sized wheels are used, Quality grades can be found tires. there may not be an acceptable where applicable on the tire level of performance and safety if While the tires available on...
Page 400: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-60 Vehicle Care graded 150 would wear one and straight-ahead braking traction performance on the laboratory one-half (1½) times as well on tests, and does not include test wheel than the minimum the government course as a tire acceleration, cornering, required by law.
Page 401: Wheel Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-61 surface variations such as troughs Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel Used Replacement Wheels or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor vibrating when driving on a smooth System (TPMS) sensors with new Warning road, the tires and wheels may need GM original equipment parts.
Page 402: If A Tire Goes Flat
10-62 Vehicle Care Do not use chains on the front maintain lane position, and then Warning (Continued) tires. gently brake to a stop, well off the road, if possible. Tighten them as tightly as or other vehicle parts. The area possible with the ends securely A rear blowout, particularly on a damaged by the tire chains could...
Page 403 Vehicle Care 10-63 if possible. Turn on the hazard Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) warning flashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6-5. 5. Do not allow passengers to tire service center repair or remain in the vehicle. replace the flat tire as soon as Warning possible.
Page 404: Tire Changing
10-64 Vehicle Care The following information explains A. Jack Knob how to use the jack and change B. Wing Nut Retaining the a tire. Tool Bag C. Wing Nut Retaining the Tire Changing Wheel Blocks Removing the Spare Tire and 2.
Page 405 Vehicle Care 10-65 Use the following tools: To access the spare tire, refer to the Hoist End of Extension Tool following graphics and instructions: K. Spare Tire Lock 1. Open the hoist shaft access door (C) on the bumper to access the spare tire lock (K).
Page 406 10-66 Vehicle Care 5. Turn the wheel wrench 6. Use the wheel wrench hook to counterclockwise to lower the pull the hoist cable closer to spare tire to the ground. assist in reaching the spare tire. Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle.
Page 407 Vehicle Care 10-67 7. Tilt the tire toward the vehicle Removing the Flat Tire and nut caps will be retained in the with some slack in the cable to hub cap after it is removed from Installing the Spare Tire access the tire/wheel retainer.
Page 408 10-68 Vehicle Care Front Tire Flat: If the flat tire is Rear Tire Flat: If the flat tire is on a front tire of the vehicle, use on a rear tire of the vehicle, use the jack handle and only one the jack handle (B) and both jack jack handle extension.
Page 409 Vehicle Care 10-69 Warning Warning (Continued) Raising the vehicle with the jack an emergency, a cloth or a paper improperly positioned can towel can be used; however, use damage the vehicle and even a scraper or wire brush later to make the vehicle fall.
Page 410 10-70 Vehicle Care 10. Turn the wheel wrench When reinstalling the regular wheel Warning counterclockwise to lower the and tire, also reinstall either the vehicle. Lower the jack center cap or the bolt-on hub cap, Wheel nuts that are improperly or completely.
Page 411 Vehicle Care 10-71 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Store the tire under the rear of the H. Spare Tire/Flat Tire (Valve Stem vehicle in the spare tire carrier. Pointed Down) and Tools Refer to the following graphics and Hoist Shaft Access Hole instructions to help you: Warning Hoist End of Extension Tool...
Page 412 10-72 Vehicle Care 2. Tilt the tire toward the vehicle. Separate the tire/wheel retainer from the guide pin. Pull the pin through the center of the wheel. Tilt the retainer down through the center wheel opening. Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel.
Page 413: Secondary Latch System
Vehicle Care 10-73 To store the tools, do the following: 2. Assemble wheel blocks (A) and jack (E) together with the wing nut (F). 3. Position the jack (E) and wheel blocks (A) in the driver side trim panel over the wheelhouse. 4.
Page 414 10-74 Vehicle Care Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and To release the spare tire from the 3. Loosen the cable by turning the Tools under Tire Changing on secondary latch: wrench counterclockwise three page 10-64. or four turns. 4. Repeat this procedure at least Warning two times.
Page 415 Vehicle Care 10-75 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. The secondary latch has released and the spare tire is balancing on the jack.
Page 416: Full-Size Spare Tire
10-76 Vehicle Care 13. Disconnect the jack handle To continue changing the flat tire, not be covered by the warranty. from the jack and carefully see Removing the Flat Tire and Never use four-wheel drive when remove the jack. Use one hand Installing the Spare Tire under Tire a different size spare tire is to push against the spare while...
Page 417: Jump Starting
Vehicle Care 10-77 Do not mix tires and wheels of Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps different sizes, because they will not could result in costly damage to For more information about the fit. Keep your spare tire and its the vehicle that would not be vehicle battery, see Battery on wheel together.
Page 418 10-78 Vehicle Care 2. Get the vehicles close enough warranty. Whenever possible, If the vehicle has a remote so the jumper cables can reach, turn off or unplug all accessories positive (+) terminal, it is located but be sure the vehicles are not on either vehicle when jump under a red plastic cover at the touching each other.
Page 419 Vehicle Care 10-79 5. Check that the jumper cables do Warning Warning (Continued) not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could An electric fan can start up even add water to take care of that get a shock. The vehicles could when the engine is not running first.
Page 420 10-80 Vehicle Care 8. Now connect the black 11. Try to start the vehicle that had negative ( ) cable to the the dead battery. If it will not negative ( ) terminal of the good start after a few tries, it battery.
Page 421: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-81 2. Disconnect the black Towing the Vehicle negative ( ) cable from the Notice: Incorrectly towing a vehicle with the good battery. disabled vehicle may cause 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) damage. The damage would not cable from the vehicle with the be covered by the vehicle good battery.
Page 422: Recreational Vehicle
10-82 Vehicle Care To tow the vehicle behind another Here are some important things to Dinghy Towing vehicle for recreational purposes, consider before recreational vehicle Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles and such as behind a motor home, see towing: Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles with a Recreational Vehicle Towing What is the towing capacity of Single Speed Automatic...
Page 423 Vehicle Care 10-83 Two-wheel-drive vehicles and Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles with a Warning four-wheel drive vehicles with a Two Speed Automatic single speed automatic transfer Transfer Case Shifting a four-wheel-drive case should not be towed with all vehicle's transfer case into four wheels on the ground.
Page 424 10-84 Vehicle Care After towing, see Shifting Out of Notice: If a two-wheel drive transfer case, the vehicle must be Neutral under Four-Wheel Drive vehicle or a four-wheel drive towed with the rear wheels on the (Single Speed Automatic Transfer vehicle with a single speed dolly.
Page 425 Vehicle Care 10-85 2. Drive the front wheels onto the 6. Shift the transfer case to Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off dolly. N (Neutral). See Four-Wheel the Ground) Drive (Single Speed Automatic 3. Shift the transmission to Transfer Case) on page 9-38 or P (Park).
Page 426 10-86 Vehicle Care 3. Firmly set the parking brake. Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles with a Warning See Parking Brake on Two Speed Automatic page 9-41. Transfer Case Shifting a four-wheel-drive Use the following procedure to dolly 4. Put the transmission in P (Park). vehicle's transfer case into tow a four-wheel drive vehicle from N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle...
Page 427: Appearance Care
Vehicle Care 10-87 Appearance Care product usage, necessary safety repaired. Foreign materials such as precautions, and appropriate calcium chloride and other salts, ice disposal of any vehicle care melting agents, road oil and tar, tree Exterior Care product. sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can Locks Notice: Avoid using...
Page 428 10-88 Vehicle Care that are made for a basecoat/ Windshield and Wiper Blades clean cloth. See Recommended clearcoat paint finish on the Fluids and Lubricants on Clean the outside of the windshield vehicle. page 11-12. with glass cleaner. To keep the paint finish looking new, Tires Clean rubber blades using a lint-free keep the vehicle garaged or...
Page 429 Vehicle Care 10-89 calcium, or sodium chloride. leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Visually material to parts repaired or These chlorides are used on check constant velocity joints, replaced to restore corrosion roads for conditions such as ice rubber boots, and axle seals for protection.
Page 430: Interior Care
10-90 Vehicle Care Interior Care remain on the surface being use approximately 20 drops per cleaned for extended periods 3.8 L (1 gal) of water. To prevent dirt particle abrasions, of time. A concentrated soap solution will regularly clean the vehicle's interior. leave a residue that creates Cleaners may contain solvents that Immediately remove any soils.
Page 431 Vehicle Care 10-91 Notice: Cleaning the windshield Fabric/Carpet/Suede 3. Start on the outside edge of the with water during the first three to soil and gently rub toward the Start by vacuuming the surface six months of ownership will center. Fold the cleaning cloth to using a soft brush attachment.
Page 432 10-92 Vehicle Care Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Instrument Panel, Leather, Do not use cleaners that increase gloss, especially on the instrument and Vehicle Information and Vinyl, and Other Plastic panel. Reflected glare can decrease Radio Displays Surfaces visibility through the windshield For vehicles with high gloss Use a soft microfiber cloth under certain conditions.
Page 433: Floor Mats
Vehicle Care 10-93 Care of Safety Belts Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage. Keep belts clean and dry. The original equipment floor mats were designed for the Warning vehicle. If the floor mats need Do not bleach or dye safety belts. replacing, it is recommended It may severely weaken them.
Page 434 10-94 Vehicle Care NOTES...
Page 435 Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information technicians, the dealer is the place for routine maintenance such as oil Maintenance Your vehicle is an important changes and tire rotations and investment. This section describes additional maintenance items like the required maintenance for the tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper vehicle.
Page 436 11-2 Service and Maintenance Because of the way people use Mainly driven in hilly or Maintenance vehicles, maintenance needs vary. mountainous terrain. Schedule There may need to be more Frequently towing a trailer. frequent checks and services. The Owner Checks and Services Additional Required Services Used for high speed or Normal are for vehicles that:...
Page 437 Service and Maintenance 11-3 indicate the need for vehicle service Check engine coolant level. See Visually inspect steering, for more than a year. The engine oil Engine Coolant on page 10-15. suspension, and chassis and filter must be changed at least components for damaged, loose, Check windshield washer fluid once a year and the oil life system...
Page 438 11-4 Service and Maintenance Check automatic transmission Verify spare tire key lock shift lock control function. See operation and lubricate as Automatic Transmission Shift needed. See Tire Changing on Lock Control Function Check on page 10-64. page 10-27. Check ignition transmission lock. See Ignition Transmission Lock Check on page 10-27.
Page 439 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Inspect evaporative control system. (1) Replace engine air cleaner filter. (2) Replace spark plugs.
Page 440 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal (1) Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook-up, routing, and condition. (2) Or every four years, whichever comes first. (3) Do not directly power wash the transfer case output seals.
Page 441 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Inspect evaporative control system. (1) Replace engine air cleaner filter. (2) Change automatic transmission fluid.
Page 442 11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance Special Application Additional Schedule Additional Required Services Maintenance and Care Services - Severe (1) Check all fuel and vapor lines Your vehicle is an important Severe Commercial Use and hoses for proper hook-up, investment and caring for it properly Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis routing, and condition.
Page 443 Service and Maintenance 11-9 Battery Brakes Hoses The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Hoses transport fluids and should the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. be regularly inspected to ensure additional electrical accessories. that there are no cracks or leaks.
Page 444 11-10 Service and Maintenance Shocks and Struts rubber; cracks or cuts in the Wheel Alignment tread or sidewall; or a bulge or Shocks and struts help aid in control Wheel alignment is critical for split in the tire. for a smoother ride. ensuring that the tires deliver optimal wear and performance.
Page 445 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view. Signs of wear include streaking, skipping across the windshield, and worn or split rubber. Trained dealer technicians can check the wiper blades and replace them when needed.
Page 446 11-12 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
Page 447 Service and Maintenance 11-13 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Front Axle (2500 Series Vehicles with SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021677, in Four-Wheel Drive) Canada 89021678). Rear Axle SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021677, in Canada 89021678). ®...
Page 448 11-14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Standard Filter 15908916* A3086C* High Capacity Filter 15908915 A3085C...
Page 449 Service and Maintenance 11-15 Maintenance Records 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. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 450 11-16 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 451 Service and Maintenance 11-17 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 452 11-18 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 453 Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 454 12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-12 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.
Page 455 Technical Data 12-3 Capacities Application Metric English Transmission Fluid (Pan Removal and Filter Replacement) 6L80-E Transmission 5.7 L 6.0 qt 6L90-E Transmission 6.0 L 6.3 qt Transfer Case Fluid 1.5 L 1.6 qt Wheel Nut Torque 140 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual.
Page 456 12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing...
Page 457 Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... 13-13...
Page 458: Customer Information
13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, remember that your concern will decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be...
Page 459: Customer Assistance
Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), assistance. However, if a customer Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, participation in a no-charge or write to: the letter should be addressed to: Mediation/Arbitration Program.
Page 460: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Online Owner Experience 1-800-263-3777 (English) (U.S.) my.chevrolet.com 1-800-263-7854 (French) (Warranty Tracking 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Information): Track the vehicle s The Chevrolet online owner Telephone devices (TTYs)) warranty information. experience is a one-stop resource Roadside Assistance: that allows interaction with (Recall Information): View...
Page 461: Program
General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca (Canada) chevroletowner.ca Reimbursement Program or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) Take a trip to the Chevrolet Owner for details. TTY users call Centre: 1-800-263-3830. Chat live with online help Roadside Assistance representatives.
Page 462 Chevrolet dealer for General Motors North America and chains, or other traction devices. warranty service, or if the vehicle Chevrolet reserve the right to make was in a crash and cannot be Towing or services for vehicles any changes or discontinue the driven.
Page 463: Program
Customer Information 13-7 Services Specific to Assistance advisor may give safety related. If it is, please call permission to get local your dealership, let them know this, Canadian-Purchased Vehicles emergency road service. You will and ask for instructions. Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement receive payment, up to $100, If your dealer requests you to bring is up to 7 liters.
Page 464 13-8 Customer Information Courtesy Transportation is not a one-way or round-trip shuttle service Courtesy Rental Vehicle part of the New Vehicle Limited within reasonable time and distance Your dealer may arrange to provide Warranty. A separate booklet parameters of your dealer's area. you with a courtesy rental vehicle or entitled Limited Warranty and reimburse you for a rental vehicle...
Page 465: Collision Damage Repair
Customer Information 13-9 Additional Program value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New Information collisions. Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any All program options, such as shuttle related failures are not covered by Collision Parts service, may not be available at...
Page 466 13-10 Customer Information center that has GM-trained If the vehicle is leased, the leasing Gather the following information: technicians and comparable company may require you to have Driver name, address, and equipment. insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number. Genuine GM Original Equipment Insuring the Vehicle Manufacturer (OEM) parts or Driver license number.
Page 467: Service Publications
Customer Information 13-11 Managing the Vehicle Damage If another party's insurance Each bulletin contains instructions company is paying for the repairs, to assist in the diagnosis and Repair Process you are not obligated to accept a service of the vehicle. In the event that the vehicle requires repair valuation based on that Owner Information...
Page 468: Reporting Safety Defects
13-12 Customer Information Current and Past Models Reporting Safety To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline Technical Service Bulletins and Defects toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 Manuals are available for current (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to and past model GM vehicles. Reporting Safety Defects http://www.safercar.gov;...
Page 469: Government
Transport Canada Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: about the vehicle s performance and immediately, and notify General Chevrolet Motor Division how it is driven. For example, the Motors of Canada Limited. Call Chevrolet Customer Assistance vehicle uses computer modules to...
Page 470: Event Data Recorders
13-14 Customer Information Event Data Recorders How fast the vehicle was GM will not access this data or traveling. share it with others except: with the This vehicle is equipped with an consent of the vehicle owner or, These data can help provide a event data recorder (EDR).
Page 471: Navigation System
Customer Information 13-15 speed of the vehicle. Refer to the GM vehicles does not use or record OnStar Terms and Conditions and personal information or link with any Privacy Statement on the OnStar other GM system containing website. personal information. Navigation System Radio Frequency Statement...
Page 472 13-16 Customer Information NOTES...
Page 473 OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview Press Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. OnStar Overview OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling voice commands. OnStar Services Emergency .
Page 474: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar Press the OnStar Emergency OnStar Services Navigation button to get a priority OnStar navigation requires the connection to an Emergency Emergency Directions and Connections Advisor available 24/7 to: service plan. With Automatic Crash Response, Get help for an emergency. the built-in system can automatically Press to receive directions or...
Page 475: Connections
OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands 2. Say Repeat. System responds Destination Download: Press with the last direction given, then During a Planned Route then request the Advisor to responds with OnStar ready, download directions to the Cancel Route then a tone. navigation system in the vehicle.
Page 476 14-4 OnStar Hands-Free Calling Retrieve My Number 5. Say Yes or say No to try again. System responds: OK, 1. Press . System responds: 1. Press . System responds: storing <name tag>. OnStar ready. OnStar ready. Place a Call Using a Stored 2.
Page 477: Diagnostics
OnStar 14-5 RemoteLink information and OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works compatibility, see www.onstar.com Automatic Crash Response, Information (U.S.), www.onstar.ca (Canada). Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service Diagnostics Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Press to request account transfer Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will eligibility information.
Page 478 14-6 OnStar OnStar services require a vehicle service such as hills, tall buildings, Providing directions to the electrical system, wireless service, tunnels, weather, electrical system closest hospital or pharmacy in and GPS satellite technologies to be design and architecture of the urgent situations.
Page 479 OnStar 14-7 OnStar Personal Identification Potential Issues In emergency situations, OnStar can use the last stored GPS Number (PIN) Some OnStar services are disabled location to send to emergency after five days. OnStar cannot A PIN is needed to access some of responders.
Page 480 14-8 OnStar Vehicle and Power Issues cannot be assured. Third parties may unlawfully intercept or access OnStar services require a vehicle transmissions and private electrical system, wireless service, communications without consent. and GPS satellite technologies to be available and operating for features to function properly.
Page 481 INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Armrest Storage ....4-1 What Will You See after an Assistance Program, Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ... . .3-32 Roadside .
Page 482 INDEX Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Cautions, Danger, and Headlamps ....10-30 Warnings ......iv Battery .
Page 483 INDEX Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Cruise Control ....9-46 Distracted Driving ....9-2 Air Conditioning .
Page 484 INDEX Dual Automatic Climate Engine (cont'd) Coolant ..... 10-15 Control System ....8-4 Coolant Temperature Engine .
Page 485 INDEX Front Axle ....10-25 Fuses General Information Front Fog Lamp Engine Compartment Service and Maintenance ..11-1 Light .
Page 486 INDEX Heated Mirrors ....2-18 LATCH System Heater Replacing Parts after a Jump Starting ....10-77 Engine .
Page 487 INDEX Lights (cont'd) Messages (cont'd) Security ..... .5-41 Safety Belt Reminders ..5-16 Maintenance Security .
Page 488 INDEX ® OnStar System, In Brief ....1-28 Navigation Park ® OnStar Additional ® OnStar ..... .14-2 Shifting Into .
Page 489 INDEX Power (cont'd) Reading Lamps ....6-8 Recreational Vehicle Seat Adjustment ....3-3 Rear Axle .
Page 490 i-10 INDEX Ride Control Systems Safety Defects Reporting Security Messages ....5-40 Canadian Government ..13-13 Light ......5-25 Roads General Motors .
Page 491 INDEX i-11 Signals, Turn and Storage Areas Tires Lane-Change ....6-5 Armrest ......4-1 All-Terrain .
Page 492 i-12 INDEX Tires (cont'd) Transportation Program, Vehicle (cont'd) Personalization ....5-44 Wheel Replacement ..10-61 Courtesy ..... 13-7 When It Is Time for New Trip Odometer .
Page 493 INDEX i-13 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ....10-60 Different Size ....10-58 Replacement .
Page 494 i-14 INDEX NOTES...

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