Chevrolet Tahoe 2012 Owner's Manual

Chevrolet Tahoe 2012 Owner's Manual

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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25
. . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-47
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-28
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-37
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-47
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-56
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
. . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14
Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-35
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-48
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-55
. . . . 5-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-13
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-22
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-32
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-37
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-44
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-47
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-52
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-54
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-63
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-69
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-90
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
. . . . . . . . 9-1

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  • Page 1 ......1-1 ..... . . 4-1 Rear Seat Infotainment .
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ....10-1 ..13-1 General Information ..10-2 Customer Information ..13-1 Vehicle Checks .
  • Page 3 à l'adresse the features found on your vehicle. this manual including, but not limited suivante: For vehicles first sold in Canada, to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, substitute the name General Helm, Incorporated the CHEVROLET Emblem, Motors of Canada Limited for...
  • Page 4 To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and These mean there is something the vehicle, use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other back of the manual. It is an text.
  • Page 5 Fuses Here are some additional symbols Headlamp High/Low-Beam that may be found on the vehicle Changer and what they mean. For more Heated Steering Wheel information on the symbol, refer to the Index. LATCH System Child Restraints Adjustable Pedals Malfunction Indicator Lamp Airbag Readiness Light Oil Pressure Air Conditioning...
  • Page 7: Head Restraints

    Safety Belts ....1-12 Cruise Control ....1-24 Passenger Sensing Navigation System .
  • Page 9: Climate Control Systems

    A. Air Vents on page 8 13. Exterior Lamp Controls on O. Cruise Control on page 9 52. page 6 1. B. Turn and Lane Change Lever. Steering Wheel Adjustment on See Turn and Lane-Change Dome Lamps on page 6 8. page 5 2.
  • Page 10 Press and release to locate the vehicle. 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. Press again to cancel the panic alarm.
  • Page 11 When the vehicle starts, the parking 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. From outside, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or The engine will continue to run for...
  • Page 12 There are several ways to open and close the power liftgate: To unlock the liftgate, press Press and hold on the the power door lock switch or press RKEtransmitter until the liftgate on the Remote Keyless Entry starts moving. (RKE) transmittertwice, see Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Press on the overhead...
  • Page 13 For more information, see: 3. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure the seat is Windows on page 2 23. locked in place. Power Windows on page 2 24. See Seat Adjustment on page 3 3. The driver door has switches that control all windows, the passengers door switch only control that...
  • Page 14 If available, raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up or down. If available, raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down. See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3 4.
  • Page 15 On vehicles with four-way To return the seatback to the upright lumbar, press and hold the front position: or rear of the control to increase 1. Lift the lever fully without or decrease lumbar support. To applying pressure to the raise or lower the height of the seatback, and the seatback will support, press and hold the top...
  • Page 16 To save into memory: 1. Adjust the driver seat and seatback recliner, both outside mirrors, and the throttle and brake pedals, if equipped. See Power Mirrors on page 2 19 and Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9 22. Not all mirrors and adjustable throttle and brake pedals will have the ability to save and...
  • Page 17 To recall, press and release 1 or 2. The vehicle must be in P (Park). On vehicles with a 60/40 split bench A single beep will sound. The seat, or buckets seats, the seatbacks can outside mirrors, and adjustable be folded for additional cargo space, throttle and brake pedals, or the seats can be folded and if equipped, will move to the position...
  • Page 18: Front Seats

    Press to heat the seat and seatback. Press the button once for the The passenger sensing system, highest setting. With each press of if equipped, turns off the front the button, the seat will change to outboard passenger frontal airbag the next lower setting, and then to under certain conditions.
  • Page 19 The passenger airbag status 3. Adjust the outside mirror so that indicator, if equipped, will be visible the side of the vehicle and the on the overhead console when the area behind are seen. vehicle is started. 4. Press either (A) or (B) again to deselect the mirror.
  • Page 20 See Power Mirrors on page 2 19 for more information. If the vehicle has the memory Keep the selector switch in the package, the exterior mirrors tilt to a preselected position when the center position when not adjusting vehicle is in R (Reverse). This either outside mirror.
  • Page 21 Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Hold the rearview mirror in the center and move it to view the area behind the vehicle. On vehicles with this feature, you can change the position of the throttle and brake pedals. For vehicles with a manual rearview mirror, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime...
  • Page 22 The dome lamp override button is For vehicles with reading lamps in located next to the exterior lamps the overhead console, press the The dome lamps are located in the control. button located next to the lamp to overhead console. turn it on or off.
  • Page 23 Automatically turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, taillamps, instrument panel lights, and license plate lamps. Turns on the parking lamps, taillamps, instrument panel lights, and license plate lamps. Turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, taillamps, instrument The front wiper control is located on panel lights, and license plate the turn and lane change lever.
  • Page 24 To turn the rear wiper on, slide the The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with lever to a wiper position. these systems. Turns the wiper off. If this vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information. Turns on the rear wiper delay.
  • Page 25: Rear Seats

    The Range Selection Mode switch is located on the shift lever. 1. To enable the Range Selection A. Fan Control K. Air Conditioning feature, move the column shift lever to the M (Manual) position. B. AUTO (Automatic Operation) PASS The current range will appear C.
  • Page 26 2. Press the plus/minus buttons, located on the steering column If the vehicle has Four-Wheel Drive, shift lever, to select the desired you can send the engine's driving range of gears for current driving power to all four wheels for extra conditions.
  • Page 27 Use the Four-Wheel-Drive High position when extra traction is needed, such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off-road situations. Vehicles with a two speed transfer case have a Four-Wheel-Drive Low position. This setting sends maximum power to all four wheels.
  • Page 28 Seek or scan stations. A maximum of 36 stations can be To set the time and date: stored as favorites using the six Press to switch the display 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ softkeys located below the radio between the radio station frequency ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then station frequency tabs and by using...
  • Page 29 XM is a satellite radio service based This vehicle has an auxiliary input, For vehicles with a Bluetooth in the 48 contiguous United States located on the audio faceplate, and system, it allows users with a and 10 Canadian provinces. a USB port located on the Bluetooth enabled cell phone to XM satellite radio has a wide...
  • Page 30 Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. Press and hold longer than two seconds to interact with ® OnStar or Bluetooth systems, if equipped. Press to increase volume. Press to decrease volume. Press to switch between the radio and CD, and for equipped vehicles, the DVD, front auxiliary, and rear auxiliary.
  • Page 31 See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) Press to disengage cruise on page 9 56 for more information. control without erasing the set speed from memory. If available, this feature will alert you See Cruise Control on page 9 52. to vehicles located in the vehicle's side blind zone.
  • Page 32 If available, the Ultrasonic Rear The accessory power outlets can be Parking Assist (URPA) system uses used to plug in electrical equipment, sensors on the rear bumper to such as a cell phone or MP3 player. assist with parking and avoiding There are two under the climate objects while in R (Reverse).
  • Page 33 From the closed position, When the sunroof is opened, an air press the rear of switch (B) to vent deflector will automatically raise. the sunroof. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed. To open the sunroof, press and hold switch (A) until the The sunroof also has a sunshade sunroof reaches the desired which can be pulled forward to block...
  • Page 34 To turn off both traction control shown on the Tire and Loading and StabiliTrak, press and hold Information label. See Vehicle Load until illuminates and the Limits on page 9 16. The warning appropriate DIC message light will remain on until the tire displays.
  • Page 35 On all vehicles, the Engine Oil Life System can be reset as follows: The engine oil life system calculates 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with engine oil life based on vehicle use Driving habits can affect fuel the engine off. and, on most vehicles, displays a mileage.
  • Page 36: Onstar Overview

    Canada: The Online Owner Center is a Mexico: complimentary service that includes online service reminders, vehicle As the owner of a new Chevrolet, maintenance tips, online owner you are automatically enrolled in the manual, special privileges, Roadside Assistance program. and more.
  • Page 37 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Doors Interior Mirrors Liftgate ..... . 2-10 Manual Rearview Mirror ..2-22 Windows Power Assist Steps .
  • Page 38: Keys And Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks See your dealer if a replacement key or additional key is needed. Keys If the keys get locked in the vehicle, it may have to be damaged to get them out. Always WARNING carry a spare key.
  • Page 39: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Keyless Entry Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System (RKE) System Operation See Radio Frequency Statement on The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) page 13 22 for information transmitter functions work up to regarding Part 15 of the Federal 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle.
  • Page 40: Information

    Keys, Doors, and Windows If enabled through the Driver If enabled through the DIC, the turn (Vehicle Locator/Panic Information Center (DIC), the turn signal lamps flash twice to indicate Alarm): Press and release to signal lamps flash once to indicate unlocking has occurred.
  • Page 41 Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming Transmitters to Battery Replacement the Vehicle Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY Only RKE transmitters programmed message displays in the DIC. See to this vehicle will work. If a REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE transmitter is lost or stolen, a KEY under Key and Lock replacement can be purchased and...
  • Page 42: Remote Vehicle Start

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2. Remove the old battery. Do not If the vehicle has an automatic Laws in some communities may use a metal object. climate control system, the climate restrict the use of remote starters. control system will default to a For example, some laws may 3.
  • Page 43 Keys, Doors, and Windows To start the vehicle using the remote After entering the vehicle during a For example, if and then start feature: remote start, insert and turn the key pressed again after the vehicle has to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle. been running for 5 minutes, 1.
  • Page 44: Safety Belts

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Start Ready There are several ways to lock and WARNING (Continued) unlock the vehicle. If the vehicle does not have the From outside, use the Remote remote vehicle start feature, it may doors are not locked. So, all Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or have the remote start ready feature.
  • Page 45: Power Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks Delayed Locking Automatic Door Locks When locking the doors with the The vehicle may have an automatic Press on the Remote power lock switch and a door or the lock/unlock feature. This feature can Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
  • Page 46: Doors

    2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Safety Locks To set the locks, insert a key into Doors the slot and turn it to the horizontal The vehicle has rear door security position. The door can only be Liftgate locks to prevent passengers from opened from the outside with the opening the rear doors from the door unlocked.
  • Page 47 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Manual Liftgate Operation WARNING (Continued) To unlock the liftgate, press Adjust the climate control the power door lock switch or press system to a setting that on the Remote Keyless Entry brings in only outside air and (RKE) transmittertwice, see Remote set the fan speed to the Keyless Entry (RKE) System...
  • Page 48 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Liftgate Operation There are several ways to open and WARNING (Continued) close the power liftgate: On vehicles with a power liftgate, the switch is on the overhead If the vehicle must be driven with Press and hold on the console.
  • Page 49 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 If the transmission is shifted out of Obstacle Detection Features Manual Operation of Power P (Park) while the power function is Liftgate If the liftgate encounters an obstacle in progress, the liftgate power during a power open or close cycle, To change the liftgate to manual function will continue to completion.
  • Page 50: Power Assist Steps

    2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the battery is properly connected Power Assist Steps on the RKEtransmitter or with adequate voltage, the switch is on the liftgate is pressed while not disabled, and the liftgate still will power operation is disabled, the not function, see a dealer for lamps will flash three times, but the service.
  • Page 51: Vehicle Security

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 The power assist steps Vehicle Security To arm the theft-deterrent system: automatically extend from beneath 1. Open the door. This vehicle has theft-deterrent the vehicle on the side in which the 2. Lock the door with the Remote features;...
  • Page 52 2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows If a locked driver door is opened To avoid setting off the alarm by 2. Activate the system by locking without using the RKE transmitter, a accident: the doors with the power door 10-second pre-alarm will occur. The lock switch while the door is If you do not want to activate the horn will chirp and the lights will...
  • Page 53: Immobilizer Operation

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Immobilizer The security light will come on if If the vehicle does start, the first key there is a problem with arming or may be faulty. See your dealer who See Radio Frequency Statement on disarming the theft-deterrent can service the PASS-Key III+ to page 13 22 for information...
  • Page 54: Exterior Mirrors

    2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows To program the new additional key: 5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 if Exterior Mirrors additional keys are to be 1. Verify that the new key has a programmed. Convex Mirrors stamped on it. If you lose or damage your 2.
  • Page 55: Power Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Manual Mirrors Trailer-Tow Mirrors Power Mirrors Vehicles with manual mirrors can be adjusted by moving the mirror up and down or left to right to see a little of the side of the vehicle, and have a clear view behind the vehicle.
  • Page 56 2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Adjust the outside mirror so that Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) the side of the vehicle and the If the vehicle has the Side Blind area behind are seen. Zone Alert (SBZA) system. See Side Keep the selector switch in the Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on center position when not adjusting...
  • Page 57: Folding Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Folding Mirrors Resetting the Power Folding Heated Mirrors Mirrors For vehicles with heated mirrors: Power Folding Reset the power folding mirrors if: (Rear Window Defogger): The mirrors are accidentally Press to heat the mirrors. obstructed while folding. See Rear Window Defogger under They are accidentally manually Dual Automatic Climate Control...
  • Page 58: Interior Mirrors

    2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows Park Tilt Mirrors Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror If the vehicle has the memory Manual Rearview Mirror package, the exterior mirrors tilt to a The vehicle may have an automatic preselected position when the dimming inside rearview mirror.
  • Page 59: Windows

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23 Vehicles with OnStar have three Windows additional control buttons for the OnStar system. See a dealer for WARNING more information about OnStar and how to subscribe to it. See OnStar Leaving children, helpless adults, Overview on page 14 1. or pets in a vehicle with the Cleaning the Mirror windows closed is dangerous.
  • Page 60: Power Windows

    2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Windows Express Down Windows Windows that have the WARNING express down feature allow the windows to be lowered without Leaving children in a vehicle with holding the switch. Press the the keys is dangerous for many window switch fully and release it to reasons.
  • Page 61: Roof

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-25 Window Lockout Sun Visors Roof Sunroof Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side Power Folding Mirrors Shown, window, or to extend along the rod, Other Models Similar if available.
  • Page 62 2-26 Keys, Doors, and Windows Vent: From the closed position, When the sunroof is opened, an air press the rear of switch (B) to vent deflector will automatically raise. the sunroof. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed. Open/Close: To open the sunroof, press and hold switch (A) until the The sunroof also has a sunshade...
  • Page 137 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature Vehicle Messages Gauge ..... . 5-15 Vehicle Messages ... 5-37 Controls Voltmeter Gauge .
  • Page 138: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Vehicle Personalization Controls To adjust the steering wheel: Vehicle Personalization 1. Hold the steering wheel and pull (With DIC Buttons) ..5-47 Steering Wheel the lever. Universal Remote System Adjustment 2.
  • Page 139 Instruments and Controls Steering Wheel Controls Radio Navigating Folders on an iPod or USB Device (Vehicles without a To select preset or favorite radio Navigation System): stations: 1. Press and hold Press and release while listening to a song until the go to the next or previous radio contents of the current folder station stored as a preset or...
  • Page 140 Instruments and Controls Navigating an iPod or USB Device 3. Press and release to move up (Seek): Press to go to the next on the Main Audio Screen radio station while in AM, one track within the selected (Vehicles with a Navigation FM, or XM .
  • Page 141: Horn

    Instruments and Controls While listening to a CD/DVD, press Windshield Washer (Mist): For a single wipe, turn and hold to quickly move forward , then release. For several through the tracks. Release to stop WARNING wipes, hold the band on longer.
  • Page 142: Rear Window Wiper

    Instruments and Controls Rear Window Compass To adjust for compass variance, use the following procedure: Wiper/Washer The vehicle may have a compass in Compass Variance (Zone) the Driver Information Center (DIC). The rear wiper control is located on Procedure the turn and lane change lever. Compass Zone 1.
  • Page 143 Instruments and Controls 4. Press the trip/fuel button until If CAL should ever appear in the the vehicle heading, for DIC display, the compass should be example, N for North, is calibrated. displayed in the DIC. Or, if the If the DIC display does not show a vehicle does not have DIC heading, for example, N for North, buttons, press and hold the trip...
  • Page 144: Clock

    Instruments and Controls To calibrate the compass, use the 3. Press the set/reset button to Clock following procedure: start the compass calibration. Or, To set the time and date: if the vehicle does not have DIC Compass Calibration Procedure buttons, press and hold the trip 1.
  • Page 145: 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 Press the SEEK button. used to plug in electrical equipment, outlets.
  • Page 146 5-10 Instruments and Controls When adding electrical equipment, Power Outlet 110 Volt An indicator light on the outlet turns be sure to follow the proper on to show it is in use. The light Alternative Current installation instructions included comes on when the ignition is in The vehicle may have a power with the equipment.
  • Page 147: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators

    Instruments and Controls 5-11 The power outlet is not designed for Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there and may not work properly, if the could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and following are plugged in: function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a Indicators Equipment with high initial peak...
  • Page 148: Instrument Cluster

    5-12 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English 6 Speed Shown, Metric and 2500 Series Similar...
  • Page 149: Speedometer

    Instruments and Controls 5-13 If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the Press the reset button, located on Fuel Gauge hybrid supplement for more the instrument panel cluster next to information. the trip odometer display, to toggle between the trip odometer and the Speedometer regular odometer.
  • Page 150: Engine Oil Pressure

    5-14 Instruments and Controls When the fuel tank is low, the FUEL Engine Oil Pressure LEVEL LOW message appears in Gauge the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Fuel System Messages on page 5 41 for more information. Here are some situations owners may experience with the fuel gauge.
  • Page 151: Engine Coolant Temperature

    Instruments and Controls 5-15 Center (DIC). See Engine Oil Engine Coolant Messages on page 5 40 and Engine Temperature Gauge Oil on page 10 7 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 152: Voltmeter Gauge

    5-16 Instruments and Controls See Engine Overheating on When the engine is running, the page 10 21. gauge shows the condition of the charging system. The charging If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the system regulates voltage based on hybrid supplement for more the state of the battery for improved information.
  • Page 153: Safety Belt Reminders

    Instruments and Controls 5-17 will come on or the SERVICE This cycle may continue several This cycle continues several times if BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM times if the driver remains or the front passenger remains or DIC message will display. See becomes unbuckled while the becomes unbuckled while the Battery Voltage and Charging...
  • Page 154: Airbag Readiness Light

    5-18 Instruments and Controls Airbag Readiness Light Passenger Airbag Status WARNING Indicator The system checks the airbag's If the airbag readiness light stays electrical system for possible If the vehicle has the airbag status on after the vehicle is started or malfunctions.
  • Page 155 Instruments and Controls 5-19 Then, after several more seconds, WARNING the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off If the airbag readiness light ever symbol to let you know the status of comes on and stays on, it means the right front passenger frontal that something may be wrong airbag.
  • Page 156: Charging System Light

    5-20 Instruments and Controls Charging System Light checked right away. If the vehicle must be driven a short distance with the light on, turn off accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the If the malfunction indicator lamp hybrid supplement for more comes on and stays on while the...
  • Page 157 Instruments and Controls 5-21 Modifications made to the To prevent more serious damage to The following may correct an engine, transmission, exhaust, the vehicle: emission system malfunction: intake, or fuel system of the Reduce vehicle speed. Check that the fuel cap is fully vehicle or the replacement of the installed.
  • Page 158 5-22 Instruments and Controls The OBD II (On-Board If one or more of these conditions Diagnostics) system determines occurs, change the fuel brand used. that critical emission control It will require at least one full tank of systems have not been the proper fuel to turn the light off.
  • Page 159: Brake System Warning

    Instruments and Controls 5-23 Brake System Warning If the light comes on while driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. Light The pedal might be harder to push or might go closer to the floor. It can With the ignition on, the brake take longer to stop.
  • Page 160: Tow/Haul Mode Light

    5-24 Instruments and Controls ® If it does not, have the vehicle If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the StabiliTrak OFF Light serviced by your dealer. If the hybrid supplement for more system is working normally the information. indicator light then goes off. Tow/Haul Mode Light If the ABS light stays on, turn the ignition off.
  • Page 161: Traction Control System

    Instruments and Controls 5-25 If the StabiliTrak/TCS system is off, If the light comes on and stays on When the Light Is On Steady the system does not assist in while driving, and a message This indicates that one or more of controlling the vehicle.
  • Page 162: Engine Oil Pressure Light

    5-26 Instruments and Controls Engine Oil Pressure Light If the light comes on and stays on, it light and message should go off. means that oil is not flowing through If they do not, have the vehicle the engine properly. The vehicle serviced by your dealer.
  • Page 163: High-Beam On Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-27 This light is also used to indicate the Front Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light status of the anti-theft alarm system when the ignition is turned off. The light will flash rapidly if the alarm system is arming and one or more of the monitored entry points is not closed.
  • Page 164: Information Displays

    5-28 Instruments and Controls Information Displays The DIC has different displays DIC Buttons which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons located on the Driver Information instrument panel, next to the Center (DIC) steering wheel. If the vehicle does not have DIC buttons, the trip Your vehicle has a Driver odometer reset stem can be used to...
  • Page 165 Instruments and Controls 5-29 outside air temperature will also be Trip/Fuel Menu Items The trip odometer can be reset to shown in the display. The zero by pressing the set/reset (With DIC Buttons) temperature will be shown in °C button while the trip odometer is (Trip/Fuel): Press to scroll or °F depending on the units displayed.
  • Page 166 5-30 Instruments and Controls For example, if the vehicle was the same amount of fuel is in the the fuel used information, press and driven 8 km (5 mi) before it is started fuel tank. This is because different hold the set/reset button while FUEL again, and then the retroactive reset driving conditions produce different USED is displayed.
  • Page 167 Instruments and Controls 5-31 To stop the timer, press the set/reset instantaneous fuel economy in liters Vehicle Information Menu button briefly while TIMER is per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or Items (With DIC Buttons) displayed. miles per gallon (mpg). Unlike (Vehicle Information): Press average economy, this screen To reset the timer to zero, press and...
  • Page 168 5-32 Instruments and Controls When the remaining oil life is low, Side Blind Zone Alert the vehicle information will then be the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON displayed in the unit of If your vehicle has the Side Blind message will appear on the display. measurement selected.
  • Page 169 Instruments and Controls 5-33 If the tire pressure display shows See Integrated Trailer Brake Trip Odometer Reset Stem dashes instead of a value, there Control System under Towing Menu Items (With DIC Buttons) may be a problem with your vehicle. Equipment on page 9 79 for more Use the trip odometer reset stem to If this consistently occurs, see your...
  • Page 170 5-34 Instruments and Controls The trip odometer has a feature Language Engine Hours called the retroactive reset. This can This display allows you to select To display the ENGINE HOURS, be used to set the trip odometer to the language in which the DIC place the ignition in LOCK/OFF or the number of kilometers (miles) messages will appear.
  • Page 171 Instruments and Controls 5-35 3. Continue to press and hold the The trip odometer has a feature Transmission Temperature trip odometer reset stem to scroll called the retroactive reset. This can Press the trip odometer reset stem through all of the available be used to set the trip odometer to until TRANS TEMP displays.
  • Page 172 5-36 Instruments and Controls OUTPUT shows the power output to Oil Life Remember, you must reset the OIL the trailer anytime a trailer with LIFE display yourself after each oil To access this display, the vehicle electric brakes is connected. Output change.
  • Page 173: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-37 Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and instrument panel cluster. See Charging System Light on Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC page 5 20. Driving with this problem indicate the status of the vehicle or could drain the battery. Turn off all BATTERY LOW START some action may be needed to unnecessary accessories.
  • Page 174: Door Ajar Messages

    5-38 Instruments and Controls SERVICE BRAKES SOON As soon as it is safe to do so, HOOD OPEN carefully pull your vehicle over to This message displays if there is a This message displays and a chime the side of the road and turn the problem with the brake system.
  • Page 175: Engine Cooling System

    Instruments and Controls 5-39 REAR ACCESS OPEN Engine Cooling System coolant temperature returns to normal, the air conditioning Messages This message displays and a chime compressor turns back on. You can sounds if the liftgate or liftglass is continue to drive your vehicle. If you drive the vehicle open while the ignition is in ON/ while the engine is overheating,...
  • Page 176: Engine Oil Messages

    5-40 Instruments and Controls ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE OIL HOT IDLE This message displays if low oil pressure levels occur. Stop the ENGINE ENGINE vehicle as soon as safely possible This message displays and a chime This message displays when the and do not operate it until the cause sounds if the engine cooling system engine oil becomes hotter than the...
  • Page 177: Fuel System Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-41 This message also displays when TIGHTEN GAS CAP Lamp Messages the engine power is reduced. This message may display along TURN SIGNAL ON Reduced engine power can affect with the check engine light on the the vehicle's ability to accelerate. This message displays and a chime instrument panel cluster if the fuel If this message is on, but there...
  • Page 178 5-42 Instruments and Controls PARK ASSIST OFF SERVICE SIDE BLIND ZONE SIDE BLIND ZONE SYSTEM ALERT SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE After the vehicle has been started, this message displays to remind the If your vehicle has the Side Blind If your vehicle has the Side Blind driver that the URPA system has Zone Alert (SBZA) system and this Zone Alert (SBZA) system, this...
  • Page 179: Ride Control System

    Instruments and Controls 5-43 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 180: Airbag System Messages

    5-44 Instruments and Controls STABILITRAK OFF may also The message turns off as soon as off the engine. See Immobilizer display when the stability control the conditions that caused the Operation on page 2 17 for more has been automatically disabled. message to be displayed are no information.
  • Page 181: Transmission Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-45 TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE than one tire pressure message at a the vehicle and check for the time. To read the other messages message on the DIC display. If the On vehicles with the Tire Pressure that may have been sent at the message is still displayed or Monitor System (TPMS), this same time, press the set/reset...
  • Page 182: Vehicle Reminder

    5-46 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Reminder When this message displays, power TRAILER CONNECTED is no longer available to the trailer Messages On vehicles with the Integrated brakes. Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) system, CHECK TRAILER WIRING As soon as it is safe to do so, this message displays briefly when carefully pull the vehicle over to the a trailer with electric brakes is first...
  • Page 183: Vehicle Personalization

    Instruments and Controls 5-47 Washer Fluid Messages Vehicle To change customization preferences, use the following Personalization WASHER FLUID LOW ADD procedure. FLUID Entering the Feature Vehicle Personalization This message displays when the Settings Menu (With DIC Buttons) windshield washer fluid is low. Fill 1.
  • Page 184 5-48 Instruments and Controls 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 185 Instruments and Controls 5-49 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 186 5-50 Instruments and Controls NO CHANGE: No change will be Press the customization button until DELAY DOOR LOCK made to this feature. The current REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK appears This feature allows you to select setting will remain. on the DIC display. Press the set/ whether or not the locking of the reset button once to access the vehicle's doors and liftgate will be...
  • Page 187 Instruments and Controls 5-51 Press the customization button until Press the customization button until APPROACH LIGHTING DELAY DOOR LOCK appears on EXIT LIGHTING appears on the DIC This feature allows you to select the DIC display. Press the set/reset display. Press the set/reset button whether or not to have the exterior button once to access the settings once to access the settings for this...
  • Page 188 5-52 Instruments and Controls The lights will remain on for Press the customization button until PARK TILT MIRRORS 20 seconds or until the lock button CHIME VOLUME appears on the If your vehicle has this feature, it on the RKE transmitter is pressed, DIC display.
  • Page 189 Instruments and Controls 5-53 PASSENGER MIRROR: The Press the customization button until the key back in the ignition and passenger outside mirror will be EASY EXIT RECALL appears on remove it again, the seat will stay in tilted down when the vehicle is the DIC display.
  • Page 190 5-54 Instruments and Controls Press the customization button until Press the customization button until REMOTE START EASY EXIT SETUP appears on the MEMORY SEAT RECALL appears If your vehicle has this feature, it DIC display. Press the set/reset on the DIC display. Press the set/ allows you to turn the remote start button once to access the settings reset button once to access the...
  • Page 191 Instruments and Controls 5-55 NO CHANGE: No change will be DO NOT RESTORE: The Exiting the Feature made to this feature. The current customization features will not be Settings Menu setting will remain. set to their factory default settings. The feature settings menu will be To select a setting, press the set/ To select a setting, press the set/ exited when any of the following...
  • Page 192: Universal Remote System

    5-56 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote This system provides a way to the lease ends. See Erasing replace up to three remote control Universal Home Remote Buttons in System transmitters used to activate this section. devices such as garage door Park the vehicle outside of the See Radio Frequency Statement on openers, security systems, and...
  • Page 193 Instruments and Controls 5-57 3. Immediately return to the vehicle. Press and hold the Universal Home Remote button that will be used to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light, above the selected button, To program up to three devices: should slowly blink.
  • Page 194 5-58 Instruments and Controls To program another Rolling Code Programming a garage door opener garage door opener is a Fixed device such as an additional garage involves time-sensitive actions, so Code unit. If you do not see a door opener, a security device, read the entire procedure before row of dip switches, return or home automation device, repeat...
  • Page 195 Instruments and Controls 5-59 If a switch is set between The switch positions on the the up and down position, hand-held transmitter could be write Middle. labeled as follows: 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 196 5-60 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. door moves.
  • Page 197: Universal Remote System Operation

    Instruments and Controls 5-61 Universal Remote System Erasing Universal Home For help or information on the Universal Home Remote System, Remote Buttons Operation call the customer assistance phone The programmed buttons should be number under Customer Assistance Press and hold the appropriate erased when the vehicle is sold or Offices (U.S.
  • Page 198 5-62 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
  • Page 209 Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System ....7-35 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System ..... 7-46 Read the following pages to become familiar with the audio system's features.
  • Page 210: Vehicle Identification

    To minimize taking your eyes off the road while driving, do the following For vehicles with a navigation radio while the vehicle is parked: system, see the separate Navigation Become familiar with the System manual. operation and controls of the audio system.
  • Page 212 for more information on the vehicle's RSE system. The DVD player is the top slot on the radio faceplate. The player is capable of reading the DTS programmed DVD Audio or DVD Video media, (DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.).
  • Page 213 To activate SCV: Vehicles with the LTZ Press to switch the display between 1. Set the radio volume to the package and a Bose Audio System the radio station frequency and the desired level. ® include the Bose AudioPilot noise time.
  • Page 214 To activate: control tab by doing one of the To quickly adjust all tone and following: speaker controls to the middle 1. Set the radio volume to the position, press the knob for more desired level. Pressing the knob. than two seconds until a beep 2.
  • Page 215 The following DSP settings are To quickly adjust all speaker and available: tone controls to the middle position, press the knob for more than Select this setting to 2 seconds. adjust the audio for normal adjust the balance or fade: mode.
  • Page 216 Press to seek the next For vehicles with RDS features, radio station. Press and hold for a few seconds until a beep sounds to press to display additional text scan for radio stations in ascending information related to the current order, press the SEEK button FM-RDS station.
  • Page 217 Up to 36 stations can be The number of favorites pages can programmed as favorites using the be setup using the MENU button. To sixbutton. Press the FAV button to setup the number of favorites go through up to six pages of pages: XM is a satellite radio service based favorites, each having six favorite...
  • Page 218: Radio

    Press to select To go to the previous or next XM different favorites pages for stored station in the selected category, For vehicles with XM, radio stations. do one of the following: press to display additional text The CAT button is information related to the current Turn the knob.
  • Page 219 4. Press the softkey located under 4. Press the FAV button, or let the the Add or Remove tab. menu time out, to return to the original main radio screen To restore all removed To store a station as a favorite: showing the radio station categories, press the softkey 1.
  • Page 220 The audio system is No category The XM receiver acquiring and processing audio and information is available at this time in the vehicle could have previously text data. No action is needed. This on this channel. The system is been in another vehicle. For security message should disappear shortly.
  • Page 221 If this message does not clear within a The range for most AM stations is XM Satellite Radio Service gives short period of time, the receiver greater than for FM, especially at digital radio reception from coast to could have a fault. Consult with your night.
  • Page 222 The AM-FM antenna is located in the passenger rear side windows. Make sure the inside surfaces of the Do not add any label to a CD. rear side windows are not scratched It could get caught in the CD. If a and that the lines on the glass are CD is recorded on a personal not damaged.
  • Page 223 Store CD-R(s) or CD-RW(s) in their original cases or other protective Press and release to cases and away from direct sunlight eject the disc. Remove the CD and dust. The CD player scans the when Remove Disc displays. bottom surface of the disc. If the If the disc is not removed, after surface of a CD is damaged, such several seconds, the disc is...
  • Page 224: Audio Players

    The CD player can play the smaller Press to listen to Turn to select tracks on 8 cm (3 inch) single CDs with an tracks in random, rather than the CD that is currently playing. adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the sequential order.
  • Page 225 Tracks are played in the following order: The root directory is treated as a The radio can play discs that folder. Files are stored in the root Play begins from the first track in contain both uncompressed CD directory when the disc or storage the first playlist and continues audio and MP3 files.
  • Page 226 Track names longer than using file folders can be played. Press to go to the next 32 characters or four pages are If a CD-R or CD-RW contains more track. Press and hold or press shortened. The display does not than the maximum of 50 folders, multiple times to continue moving show parts of words on the last...
  • Page 227 Press to listen to To listen to files by another artist, alphabetical order on the CD and tracks in random, rather than press the softkey located below begins playing MP3 files from that sequential order. To use random: either arrow tab. The disc goes to album.
  • Page 228 There could have been a The use of CD/DVD lens cleaners is Store CD-Rs or CD-RWs in their problem while burning the CD. not advised, due to the risk of original cases or other protective contaminating the lens of the optics cases and away from direct sunlight The label could be caught in the with lubricants internal to the CD...
  • Page 229 Input Jack in , or Audio/Video (A/V) Only one audio source can be heard Press and release Jacks under through the speakers at one time. to eject the disc that is currently An audio source is defined as DVD playing. The CD ejects from the for more information.
  • Page 230 The CD player can play the smaller (if available). See Using the 8 cm (3 in) single CDs with an Auxiliary Input Jack in adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the or Audio/ If the ignition or radio is turned off smaller CDs are loaded in the same Video (A/V) Jacks under with a CD in the player, it stays in...
  • Page 231 Press to listen to The CD player reads both Press to go to the start of tracks in random, rather than uncompressed audio and MP3/ the current track, if more than sequential order. To use random: WMA files on a mixed mode disc. five seconds on the CD have Uncompressd audio is played played.
  • Page 232 The CD player supports: Tracks are played in the following order: Up to 512 files and folders. When the disc contains only compressed files, the files are Play begins from the first track in Up to 8 folders in depth. located under the root folder.
  • Page 233 Press and hold to advance playback The song name that displays is the quickly. song name that is contained in the If a disc is inserted into the top DVD ID3 tag. If the song name is not slot, the rear seat operator can turn Press present in the ID3 tag, then the on the video screen and use the...
  • Page 234 The player scans the disc to sort the To change from playback by artist to files by artist and album ID3 tag playback by album: The DVD player can be controlled information. It can take several 1. Press the softkey below the Sort by the buttons on the remote minutes to scan the disc depending By tab.
  • Page 235 If loading and reading of a disc cycles through all available options, cannot be completed, due to such as: DVD slot, CD slot, front Insert a disc partway into the top unknown format, etc., and the disc auxiliary, and rear auxiliary slot, label side up.
  • Page 236 A lock symbol displays next to the Press to Press either clock display. The Parental Control quickly reverse the CD or DVD at the Play or Pause tab displayed on feature remains on until the knob is five times the normal speed. To stop the radio, to toggle between pausing pressed and held for more than fast reversing, press again.
  • Page 237 The video screen automatically Press to select the Press to cycle turns on when the DVD-V is choices that are highlighted in through musical groupings on the inserted into the DVD slot, and does any menu. DVD-A disc. not automatically power on when Press to access the Press to display the DVD-A is inserted into the DVD...
  • Page 238 The road is very rough. When the road becomes smoother, the This message disc should play. displays if the disc is inserted with To stop playing a DVD without The disc is dirty, scratched, wet, the disc label wrong side up, or if turning off the system, press the or upside down.
  • Page 239 For optimal sound quality, increase the portable audio device's volume Press to cycle through DVD, CD, to the loudest level. or Auxiliary when listening to the radio. The DVD/CD text tab and a Radios with an auxiliary input jack It is always best to power the message showing track or chapter located on the lower right side of the portable audio device through its...
  • Page 240 FAT16 Make sure the iPod has the latest ® firmware from Apple for proper FAT32 Radios with a USB port can control operation. iPod firmware can a USB storage device or an iPod be updated using the latest using the radio buttons and knobs. ®...
  • Page 241 The iPod charges while it is Press to go to the start of connected to the vehicle if the the track, if more than ten seconds vehicle is in the ACC/ACCESSORY have played. Press and hold or The five softkeys below the radio or ON/RUN position.
  • Page 242 Third softkey, 5% through the list Press the 3. Press to select the each time the softkey is pressed. desired menu. softkey below to view the Fourth softkey, 10% through the contents of the current folder on the 4. Turn to scroll through the list each time the softkey is USB drive.
  • Page 243 Press the To use Repeat: softkey below to turn shuffle off. This is the default mode when a Press the softkey below USB storage device or iPod is first to select between Repeat All and connected. Repeat Track. Press the softkey Press the softkey below The vehicle may have an below...
  • Page 244 features such as: radio, video screen, Rear Seat Audio (RSA), The RSE is designed for rear seat DVD, and/or CD. While Parental passengers only. The driver cannot Control is on, a padlock icon safely view the video screen while displays. driving and should not try to do so.
  • Page 245 These headphones can be used to Infrared transmitters are located at listen to the radio, CDs, DVDs, the rear of the overhead console. MP3s, DVD As, or any auxiliary The headphones shut off source connected to A/V jacks or automatically to save the battery the auxiliary input jack, if the vehicle power if the RSE system and RSA has this feature.
  • Page 246 The A/V jacks, located on the rear of the floor console, allow audio or To change the batteries on the video signals to be connected from headphones: an auxiliary device such as a 1. Turn the screw to loosen the camcorder or a video game unit to battery door located on the left the RSE system.
  • Page 247 To use the auxiliary inputs of the RSE system, connect an external Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary device to the color-coded The screen display mode (normal, auxiliary inputs can be heard A/V jacks and turn both the auxiliary full, and zoom), screen brightness, through the following possible device and the video screen power...
  • Page 248 When a device is connected to the If a DVD is playing and the screen A/V jacks, or the radio's auxiliary is raised to its locked position, the input jack if the vehicle has this screen remains on. This is normal, feature, the rear seat passengers and the DVD continues to play are able to hear audio from the...
  • Page 249 Objects blocking the line of sight could also affect the function of the Use the arrow buttons to Press this button to remote control. navigate through a menu. turn the video screen on and off. If a CD or DVD is in the Radio DVD Press this button to Press this button slot, the remote control...
  • Page 250 Press this button to stop Press this playing, fast reversing, or fast Press this button to return to the button to fast forward the DVD or forwarding a DVD. Press this button start of the current track or chapter. CD. To stop fast forwarding a DVD twice to return to the beginning of Press this button again to go to the video, press the play/pause button.
  • Page 251 If the vehicle has a third row video Press this button to screen, the AUX button controls the change camera angles on DVDs To change the remote control source display on the second row that have this feature while a DVD is batteries: video screen, and the third row playing.
  • Page 252 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 253 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. The remote and/or the headphones are lost.
  • Page 254 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. Use care when RSA or the front radio will change directly touching or cleaning the the band on the other system,...
  • Page 255 Press this button While listening to a disc, press the When a CD or DVD audio disc is to switch between the radio playing, press this button to go to left seek arrow to go back to the (AM/FM), XM (if equipped), CD, the beginning of the CD or DVD start of the current track or chapter...
  • Page 256 Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. A Bluetooth system can use a The system may not work with Bluetooth capable cell phone with a all cell phones. See Pairing in Hands Free Profile to make and this section for more information. receive phone calls.
  • Page 257 Keep interior noise levels to a minimum. The system may not A Bluetooth phone with MP3 Use the buttons located on the recognize voice commands if there capability cannot be paired to steering wheel to operate the is too much background noise. the vehicle as a phone and an in vehicle Bluetooth system.
  • Page 258: Phone

    This name will be used to indicate which phones are If the phone name you want to 1. Press and hold paired and connected to the delete is unknown, see Listing All two seconds. vehicle. The system responds Paired and Connected Phones. with <phone name>...
  • Page 259 3. Say Change phone. This command is used to To hear all of the numbers delete individual name tags. recognized by the system, say If another cell phone is Verify at any time. found, the response will be This <Phone name> is now command deletes all stored name 1.
  • Page 260 The digit dial command allows a Calls can be made using the This command deletes all stored phone number to be dialed by following commands. name tags in the Hands Free entering the digits one at a time. The dial or call Calling Directory and the OnStar After each digit is entered, the command can be used...
  • Page 261 Once connected, the person called 3. Use the dial or call command to will be heard through the audio dial the number of the third party Call waiting must be supported on speakers. to be called. the cell phone and enabled by the 4.
  • Page 262 3. Say Voice. The system responds OK, accessing Audio can be transferred between <phone name>. the Bluetooth system and the cell During a call with the audio on the The cell phone's normal prompt phone. messages will go through their cycle cell phone, press .
  • Page 263 Unless information is deleted out of the in vehicle Bluetooth system, it will be retained indefinitely. This includes all saved name tags in the phone book and phone pairing information. For information on how Manufactured under license from to delete this information, see the Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 279 Driving and Operating Driving and Starting the Engine ..9-25 Brakes Engine Heater ....9-26 Antilock Brake Operating Retained Accessory System (ABS) .
  • Page 280 Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Fuel Driving Information passenger to handle potential Fuel ......9-63 distractions.
  • Page 281: Driving And Operating

    Driving and Operating Defensive Driving WARNING WARNING Defensive driving means always Taking your eyes off the road too Drinking and then driving is very expect the unexpected. The first long or too often could cause a dangerous. Your reflexes, step in driving defensively is to wear crash resulting in injury or death.
  • Page 282: Braking

    Driving and Operating Braking power brake assist but it will be Curve Tips used when the brake is applied. Take curves at a reasonable Braking action involves perception Once the power assist is used up, it speed. time and reaction time. Deciding to can take longer to stop and the push the brake pedal is perception Reduce speed before entering a...
  • Page 283: Off-Road Recovery

    Driving and Operating Off-Road Recovery 2. Turn the steering wheel about Defensive drivers avoid most skids one-eighth of a turn, until the by taking reasonable care suited to right front tire contacts the existing conditions, and by not pavement edge. overdriving those conditions.
  • Page 284: Off-Road Driving

    Driving and Operating Try to avoid sudden steering, Read all the information about Controlling the vehicle is the key to acceleration, or braking, four-wheel-drive vehicles in this successful off-road driving. One of including reducing vehicle speed manual. the best ways to control the vehicle by shifting to a lower gear.
  • Page 285 Driving and Operating Loading the Vehicle for For more information about loading Driving on Hills the vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits Off-Road Driving Driving safely on hills requires good and Tires. judgment and an understanding of WARNING what the vehicle can and cannot do. Environmental Concerns Always use established trails, Unsecured cargo on the load...
  • Page 286 Driving and Operating Never go downhill forward or When driving down a hill, keep When driving on hills: backward with either the the vehicle headed straight Use a low gear and keep a firm transmission or transfer case in down. Use a low gear because grip on the steering wheel.
  • Page 287 Driving and Operating If driving uphill when the Hidden obstacles can make the 3. If the vehicle cannot be restarted vehicle stalls, shift to steepness of the incline more after stalling, set the parking R (Reverse), release the severe. If a rock is driven across brake, shift an automatic parking brake, and back with the uphill wheels, or if the...
  • Page 288 9-10 Driving and Operating Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, Do not drive through WARNING standing water if it is deep or Ice enough to cover the wheel hubs, Use a low gear when driving in Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, axles or exhaust pipe.
  • Page 289: Driving On Wet Roads

    Driving and Operating 9-11 After Off-Road Driving Driving on Wet Roads WARNING (Continued) Remove any brush or debris that Rain and wet roads can reduce has collected on the underbody, Flowing or rushing water creates vehicle traction and affect your or chassis, or under the hood.
  • Page 290: Highway Hypnosis

    9-12 Driving and Operating Other Rainy Weather Tips Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Besides slowing down, other wet Always be alert and pay attention to Driving on steep hills or through weather driving tips include: your surroundings while driving. mountains is different than driving If you become tired or sleepy, find a on flat or rolling terrain.
  • Page 291: Winter Driving

    Driving and Operating 9-13 Pay attention to special road Try not to break the fragile traction. WARNING signs (falling rocks area, winding If you accelerate too fast, the drive roads, long grades, passing or wheels will spin and polish the Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) no-passing zones) and take surface under the tires even more.
  • Page 292 9-14 Driving and Operating Blizzard Conditions WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: For more information about vehicle unless there is help nearby. carbon monoxide, see Clear away snow from around If possible, use the...
  • Page 293: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    Driving and Operating 9-15 If the Vehicle Is Stuck For information about using tire Release the accelerator pedal while chains on the vehicle, see shifting, and press lightly on the Slowly and cautiously spin the accelerator pedal when the wheels to free the vehicle when transmission is in gear.
  • Page 294: Vehicle Load Limits

    9-16 Driving and Operating Recovery Hooks Vehicle Load Limits It is very important to know how WARNING much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the Never pull on recovery hooks vehicle capacity weight and from the side. The hooks could includes the weight of all break and you and others could occupants, cargo, and all...
  • Page 295 Driving and Operating 9-17 Tire and Loading Information positions (A), and the maximum WARNING Label vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds. Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross The Tire and Loading Vehicle Weight Rating Information label also shows the (GVWR), or either the size of the original equipment...
  • Page 296 9-18 Driving and Operating Steps for Determining Correct The resulting figure equals If your vehicle will be towing Load Limit the available amount of cargo a trailer, the load from your and luggage load capacity. trailer will be transferred to Locate the statement The For example, if the XXX your vehicle.
  • Page 297 Driving and Operating 9-19 Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) Example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) B.
  • Page 298 9-20 Driving and Operating Refer to your vehicle's tire and vehicle's original tires and the The Certification/Tire label also loading information label for inflation pressures needed to contains information about your specific information about your obtain the gross weight capacity Front Axle Reserve Capacity.
  • Page 299: Child Restraints

    Driving and Operating 9-21 Overloading the WARNING WARNING (Continued) vehicle may cause damage. Repairs would not be covered Do not leave an Things you put inside the by the vehicle warranty. Do unsecured child restraint vehicle can strike and injure not overload the vehicle.
  • Page 300: Starting And Operating

    9-22 Driving and Operating Avoid making hard stops for Starting and Adjustable Throttle and the first 322 km (200 miles) or Brake Pedal Operating so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet On vehicles with this feature, you broken in.
  • Page 301: Ignition Positions

    Driving and Operating 9-23 Before you start driving, fully press To shift out of P (Park), the ignition If the vehicle must be shut off in an the brake pedal to confirm the must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ emergency: adjustment is right for you.
  • Page 302 9-24 Driving and Operating 3. Come to a complete stop, shift key to ACC/ACCESSORY. If this The switch stays in this position to P (Park), and turn the ignition does not work, then the vehicle when the engine is running. The to LOCK/OFF.
  • Page 303: Starting The Engine

    Driving and Operating 9-25 Starting the Engine The vehicle has a When the Low Fuel warning Computer-Controlled Cranking lamp is on and the FUEL LEVEL If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the System. This feature assists in LOW message is displayed in hybrid supplement for more starting the engine and protects the Driver Information Center...
  • Page 304: Engine Heater

    9-26 Driving and Operating 2. If the engine does not start after If you add electrical parts To Use the Engine Coolant 5-10 seconds, especially in very or accessories, you could change Heater cold weather (below 18°C or the way the engine operates. Any 1.
  • Page 305: Retained Accessory

    Driving and Operating 9-27 OnStar System (if equipped) WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Sunroof (if equipped) If the cord will not reach, use a These features work when fairly level ground, use the steps the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ heavy-duty three-prong extension that follow.
  • Page 306 9-28 Driving and Operating 4. Turn the ignition key to Torque Lock WARNING (Continued) LOCK/OFF. If you are parking on a hill and you 5. Remove the key and take it with do not shift your transmission into And, if you leave the vehicle with you.
  • Page 307: Shifting Out Of Park

    Driving and Operating 9-29 Shifting out of Park To shift out of P (Park) use the Parking over Things following: That Burn This vehicle is equipped with an 1. Apply the brake pedal. electronic shift lock release system. The shift lock release is WARNING 2.
  • Page 308: Active Fuel Management

    9-30 Driving and Operating ® Active Fuel Management Engine Exhaust WARNING (Continued) Vehicles with V8 engines may have There are holes or openings Active Fuel Management . This WARNING in the vehicle body from system allows the engine to operate damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon on either all or half of its cylinders,...
  • Page 309: Running The Vehicle While

    Driving and Operating 9-31 Running the Vehicle WARNING WARNING While Parked It can be dangerous to get out of If the vehicle has a four-wheel It is better not to park with the the vehicle if the automatic drive transfer case with a engine running.
  • Page 310: Automatic Transmission

    9-32 Driving and Operating Automatic There are several different positions WARNING for the shift lever. Transmission It is dangerous to get out of the If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully hybrid supplement for more in P (Park) with the parking brake information.
  • Page 311 Driving and Operating 9-33 To rock the vehicle back and forth to Shifting out of P (Park) or WARNING get out of snow, ice, or sand without N (Neutral) with the engine damaging the transmission, see running at high speed may If the vehicle has a four-wheel damage the transmission.
  • Page 312 9-34 Driving and Operating D (Drive) can be used when towing If the shift stabilization feature When temperatures are very cold, a trailer, carrying a heavy load, determines that a current vehicle shifting could be delayed providing driving on steep hills, or for off-road speed cannot be maintained, the more stable shifts until the engine driving.
  • Page 313: Manual Mode

    Driving and Operating 9-35 2 (Second): This position reduces to 1 (First) it provides the lowest Manual Mode vehicle speed even more than gear appropriate to the vehicle's Range Selection Mode 3 (Third) without using the brakes. current road speed and continues to ®...
  • Page 314: Tow/Haul Mode

    9-36 Driving and Operating To use this feature, do the following: Grade Braking is not available when torque to the wheels after it detects Range Selection Mode is active. wheel slip, preventing the tires from 1. Move the shift lever to spinning.
  • Page 315: Drive Systems

    Driving and Operating 9-37 Grade Braking is only active while Drive Systems the Tow/Haul Mode is selected and you are not in the Range Selection Four-Wheel Drive Mode. See Tow/Haul Mode listed (Two Speed Automatic previously and for more information on Transfer Case) the Range Selection Mode.
  • Page 316 9-38 Driving and Operating ® The vehicle has StabiliTrak Automatic Transfer Case You can choose among five driving Shifting into Four-Wheel Drive Low settings: will turn Traction Control and Indicator lights in the switches show StabiliTrak off. See you which setting you are in. The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and Front Axle...
  • Page 317 Driving and Operating 9-39 AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel You might choose Four-Wheel Drive N (Neutral): Shift the vehicle's Drive): This setting is ideal for Low if you are driving off-road in transfer case to N (Neutral) only use when road surface traction deep sand, deep mud, deep snow, when towing the vehicle.
  • Page 318 9-40 Driving and Operating Shifting Into Two-Wheel for shifting into Four-Wheel Drive If the knob is turned to the Drive High Low is to have the vehicle moving Four-Wheel Drive Low position 1.6 to 3.2 km/h (1 to 2 mph). Turn the when the vehicle is in gear and/or Turn the knob to the Two-Wheel knob to the Four-Wheel Drive Low...
  • Page 319 Driving and Operating 9-41 You must wait for the Four-Wheel If the knob is turned to the 4. Put the transmission in Drive High, AUTO, or Two-Wheel Four-Wheel Drive High, AUTO, N (Neutral). Drive High indicator light to stop or Two-Wheel Drive High switch 5.
  • Page 320: Four-Wheel Drive

    9-42 Driving and Operating 9. Place the transmission shift Shifting the transmission Four-Wheel Drive lever in P (Park). into gear before the Four-Wheel (Single Speed Automatic Drive Low indicator light has 10. Release the parking brake prior Transfer Case) stopped flashing could damage to moving the vehicle.
  • Page 321 Driving and Operating 9-43 Front Axle The vehicle has Four-Wheel Drive AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel ® with StabiliTrak . For information on Drive): This setting is ideal for use The front axle engages and StabiliTrak, see when road surface traction disengages automatically when you conditions are variable.
  • Page 322: Antilock Brake

    9-44 Driving and Operating Service Four Wheel Drive Shifting Into Two-Wheel Brakes Drive High If the SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE message stays on, you should take Turn the knob to the Two-Wheel Antilock Brake the vehicle to your dealer for Drive High position.
  • Page 323: Using Abs

    Driving and Operating 9-45 ABS can change the brake pressure Using ABS to each wheel, as required, faster Do not pump the brakes. Just hold than any driver could. This can help the brake pedal down firmly and let the driver steer around the obstacle ABS work.
  • Page 324: Parking Brake

    9-46 Driving and Operating Parking Brake Driving with the parking Brake Assist brake on can overheat the brake This vehicle has a brake assist system and cause premature feature designed to assist the driver wear or damage to brake system in stopping or decreasing vehicle parts.
  • Page 325: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)

    Driving and Operating 9-47 Hill Start Assist (HSA) accelerator pedal is applied within Ride Control Systems the two second window. If the Non hybrid vehicles with StabiliTrak vehicle is equipped with the ® StabiliTrak System have a Hill Start Assist (HSA) Integrated Trailer Brake Control feature, which may be useful when (ITBC) system, HSA may also apply...
  • Page 326: Instrument Panel

    9-48 Driving and Operating StabiliTrak is on automatically If cruise control is being used when whenever the vehicle is started. To StabiliTrak activates, the cruise assist with directional control of the control automatically disengages. vehicle, the system should always The cruise control can be be left on.
  • Page 327 Driving and Operating 9-49 The traction control part of Traction control and StabiliTrak can It is recommended to leave the StabiliTrak can be turned off by be turned on by pressing and system on for normal driving pressing and releasing the TCS/ releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak button conditions, but it may be necessary StabiliTrak button if both systems...
  • Page 328 9-50 Driving and Operating Traction Control Operation If the wheel(s) of one axle If cruise control is being used when is allowed to spin excessively the system activates, the StabiliTrak The TCS is part of the StabiliTrak ® while the StabiliTrak , ABS, brake light will flash and cruise control will system.
  • Page 329: Locking Rear Axle

    Driving and Operating 9-51 Locking Rear Axle independently adjust the damping This type of level control is fully level to provide the optimum automatic and will provide a better Vehicles with a locking rear axle can vehicle ride. leveled riding position as well as give more traction on snow, mud, better handling under a variety of Autoride also interact with the tow/...
  • Page 330: Cruise Control

    9-52 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 or press and hold to accelerate.
  • Page 331 Driving and Operating 9-53 To slow down in small amounts, The cruise control light on the Increasing Speed While Using press the SET button on the instrument panel cluster comes on Cruise Control steering wheel briefly. Each time after the cruise control has been set If the cruise control system is this is done, the vehicle goes to the desired speed.
  • Page 332: Object Detection Systems

    9-54 Driving and Operating While going downhill, the Cruise Ending Cruise Control Object Detection Grade Braking feature may There are three ways to end cruise Systems automatically shift to a lower gear to control: keep the vehicle's speed down. To disengage cruise control, It may be necessary to apply the Ultrasonic Parking Assist step lightly on the brake pedal.
  • Page 333 Driving and Operating 9-55 How the System Works Turning the System On and Off PARK ASSIST OFF: This message occurs if the driver disables the URPA comes on automatically system or if the vehicle is driven when the shift lever is moved into above 8 km/h (5 mph) in R (Reverse).
  • Page 334: Side Blind Zone

    9-56 Driving and Operating Other conditions may affect system WARNING performance, such as vibrations from a jackhammer or the SBZA does not detect vehicles compression of air brakes on rapidly approaching outside of the a very large truck. side blind zones, pedestrians, bicyclists, or animals.
  • Page 335 Driving and Operating 9-57 How the System Works the same side, the display will flash shrubs, and other stationary objects. to give you extra warning not to This is normal system operation, the The SBZA symbol lights up in the change lanes.
  • Page 336 9-58 Driving and Operating The SBZA displays may remain on SIDE BLIND ZONE SYSTEM FCC Information if a trailer is attached to the vehicle, UNAVAILABLE: This message or a bicycle or object is extending indicates that the SBZA system is for information out to either side of the vehicle.
  • Page 337: Rear Vision

    Driving and Operating 9-59 Rear Vision Vehicles without Navigation Vehicles with Navigation System System Camera (RVC) The RVC system displays a view of The RVC system is designed to If available, the Rear Vision Camera the area behind the vehicle. When help the driver when backing up by (RVC) system displays part of the the vehicle is on and shifted into...
  • Page 338 9-60 Driving and Operating Adjusting the Brightness and Rear Parking Assist Symbols Contrast of the Screen Unavailable error message may display. See To adjust the brightness and contrast of the screen, press the MENU button while the RVC image The symbols appear near objects is on the display.
  • Page 339 Driving and Operating 9-61 Guidelines RVC Location The RVC system has a guideline overlay that can help the driver align the vehicle when backing into a parking spot. To turn the guidelines on or off: 1. Make sure that URPA has not been disabled.
  • Page 340 9-62 Driving and Operating The back of the vehicle is in an Displayed images may be further or The fast flash conditions are accident, the position and closer than they appear. The area used to protect the video device mounting angle of the camera displayed is limited and objects from high temperature can change or the camera can...
  • Page 341: Recommended Fuel

    Driving and Operating 9-63 Fuel Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel cap can use either Use of the recommended fuel unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel is an important part of the proper containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). maintenance of this vehicle.
  • Page 342: Gasoline Specifications

    9-64 Driving and Operating Gasoline Specifications California Fuel Fuels in Foreign (U.S. and Canada Only) Requirements Countries At a minimum, gasoline should If the vehicle is certified to meet Never use leaded gasoline or any meet ASTM specification D 4814 California Emissions Standards, it is other fuel not recommended in the in the United States or CAN/...
  • Page 343: Fuel Additives

    Driving and Operating 9-65 Fuel Additives For customers who do not use TOP This vehicle was not TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, designed for fuel that contains To provide cleaner air, all gasolines one bottle of GM Fuel System methanol. Do not use fuel in the United States are now Treatment PLUS, added to the fuel containing methanol.
  • Page 344: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)

    9-66 Driving and Operating Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) At a minimum, E85 should meet E85 has less energy per liter ASTM Specification D 5798 or (gallon) than gasoline, so you will Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge CGSB Specification 3.512. Filling need to refill the fuel tank more and a yellow fuel cap can use either the tank with fuel mixtures that...
  • Page 345: Filling The Tank

    Driving and Operating 9-67 Filling the Tank The tethered fuel cap is located To remove the fuel cap, turn it behind a hinged fuel door on the slowly counterclockwise. The fuel driver side of the vehicle. If the cap has a spring in it; if the cap is WARNING vehicle has E85 fuel capability, the released too soon, it will spring back...
  • Page 346 9-68 Driving and Operating When replacing the fuel cap, insert WARNING WARNING the tether in its hole before tightening the cap. Turn the fuel cap Fuel can spray out on you if you If a fire starts while you are clockwise until it clicks.
  • Page 347: Filling A Portable Fuel

    Driving and Operating 9-69 Filling a Portable Fuel Towing WARNING (Continued) Container General Towing Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill Information WARNING opening before operating the Only use towing equipment that has Never fill a portable fuel container nozzle.
  • Page 348 9-70 Driving and Operating Consider using a sway control. If the vehicle has the Side Blind For information on towing a disabled See Hitches in Zone Alert (SBZA) system and it vehicle, see doesn't seem to be working . For information on properly while pulling a trailer, towing the vehicle behind another Do not tow a trailer at all during...
  • Page 349 Driving and Operating 9-71 Driving with a Trailer Before starting, check all trailer hitch WARNING (Continued) parts and attachments, safety chains, electrical connectors, lamps, WARNING Fully open the air outlets on tires and mirrors. If the trailer has or under the instrument electric brakes, start the When towing a trailer, exhaust panel.
  • Page 350 9-72 Driving and Operating Backing Up If the trailer turn signal bulbs burn When towing at high altitude on out, the arrows on the instrument steep uphill grades, consider the Hold the bottom of the steering panel will still flash for turns. It is following: Engine coolant will boil at wheel with one hand.
  • Page 351: Parking On Hills

    Driving and Operating 9-73 Parking on Hills 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then WARNING (Continued) apply the parking brake and shift into P (Park). WARNING Always put the shift lever fully in 5. If the vehicle is four-wheel-drive P (Park) with the parking brake Parking the vehicle on a hill with and has a two-speed transfer firmly set.
  • Page 352: Trailer Towing

    9-74 Driving and Operating Leaving After Parking on a Hill Maintenance When Trailer WARNING Towing 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal. The vehicle needs service more The driver can lose control when 2. Start the engine. often when pulling a trailer. See pulling a trailer if the correct 3.
  • Page 353 Driving and Operating 9-75 Pulling a trailer Trailering is different than just Weight of the Trailer improperly can damage the driving the vehicle by itself. How heavy can a trailer safely be? vehicle and result in costly Trailering means changes in repairs not covered by the vehicle handling, acceleration, braking, It depends on how the rig is used.
  • Page 354 9-76 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* 1500 Series 2WD Short Wheel Base 5.3L V8 3.08 2 495 kg (5,500 lbs) 4 990 kg (11,000 lbs) 5.3L V8 3.42 2 722 kg (6,000 lbs) 5 216 kg (11,500 lbs) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.42 3 856 kg (8,500 lbs)
  • Page 355 Driving and Operating 9-77 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* 2500 Series 2WD Long Wheel Base 6.0L V8 3.73 4 355 kg (9,600 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) 2500 Series 4WD Long Wheel Base 6.0L V8 3.73 4 264 kg (9,400 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) *The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment and conversions.
  • Page 356 9-78 Driving and Operating Maximum Tongue Vehicle Series Hitch Type Weight 1500 Weight Carrying 272 kg (600 lbs) 2500 Weight Carrying 453 kg (1,000 lbs) 1500 Weight Distributing 499 kg (1,100 lbs) 2500 Weight Distributing 680 kg (1,500 lbs) Do not exceed the maximum the RGAWR (Rear Gross Axle allowable tongue weight for the Weight Rating).
  • Page 357: Towing Equipment

    Driving and Operating 9-79 Total Weight on the Vehicle's Weight of the Trailering Towing Equipment Tires Combination Hitches Be sure the vehicle's tires are It is important that the combination The correct hitch equipment helps inflated to the inflation pressures of the tow vehicle and trailer does maintain combination control.
  • Page 358 9-80 Driving and Operating Weight Distributing Hitch Safety Chains Trailer Brakes Adjustment Always attach chains between the A loaded trailer that weighs more vehicle and the trailer. Cross the than 900 kg (2,000 lbs) needs to safety chains under the tongue of have its own brake system that is the trailer to help prevent the tongue adequate for the weight of the...
  • Page 359 Driving and Operating 9-81 Basic Trailer Wiring *The fuses for these two circuits are The seven-wire harness contains installed in the underhood electrical the following trailer circuits: The trailer wiring harness, with a center, but the wires are not seven-pin connector, is located at Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal connected.
  • Page 360 9-82 Driving and Operating If charging a remote (non-vehicle) It should be installed by your dealer battery, press the tow/haul mode or a qualified service center. button located at the end of the shift If the vehicle is equipped with an lever.
  • Page 361 Driving and Operating 9-83 When pulling a heavy trailer or a Integrated Trailer Brake The ITBC system is integrated with large or heavy load in stop and the vehicle s brake, anti lock brake Control System go traffic. and StabiliTrak systems. In trailering conditions that cause the vehicle s When pulling a heavy trailer or a anti lock brake or StabiliTrak...
  • Page 362 9-84 Driving and Operating If the vehicle s brake, anti lock When trailering, make sure of the WARNING brake or StabiliTrak systems are not following: functioning properly, the ITBC The ITBC system is used only Connecting a trailer that is not system may not be fully functional with trailers that are equipped compatible with the ITBC system...
  • Page 363 Driving and Operating 9-85 Trailer Brake Control Panel The ITBC system has a control The Trailer Brake Display Page can panel located on the instrument be displayed by performing any of panel to the left of the steering the following actions: column.
  • Page 364 9-86 Driving and Operating All DIC warning and service 0.0 (zero) gain is the factory default The Trailer Output will indicate messages must first be setting. To properly adjust trailer - - - - - - on the Trailer Brake acknowledged by the driver by gain, see the Trailer Gain Display Page whenever the...
  • Page 365 Driving and Operating 9-87 Manual Trailer Brake Apply Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure Use the following procedure to correctly adjust Trailer Gain for each The Manual Trailer Brake Apply Trailer Gain should be set for a towing condition: Lever is located on the Trailer Brake specific trailering condition and Control Panel and is used to must be adjusted any time vehicle...
  • Page 366 9-88 Driving and Operating In the Trailer Output display 6. Adjust the Trailer Gain to just message will automatically turn off on the DIC, - - - - - - will below the point of trailer wheel in about ten seconds. The driver disappear if there is no lock-up, indicated by trailer can also acknowledge this message...
  • Page 367 Driving and Operating 9-89 2. There is an electrical fault in the 4. If the CHECK TRAILER WIRING If either the CHECK TRAILER wiring to the electric trailer message re-appears, the WIRING or SERVICE TRAILER brakes. This message will electrical fault is on the BRAKE SYSTEM message is continue as long as there is an vehicle side.
  • Page 368: Trailer Sway

    9-90 Driving and Operating Trailer Sway Conversions and Adding a Snow Plow or Control (TSC) Similar Equipment Add-Ons Non-hybrid vehicles with StabiliTrak Before installing a snow plow on the Add-On Electrical have a Trailer Sway Control (TSC) vehicle, here are some things you feature.
  • Page 369 Driving and Operating 9-91 Follow the snow plow Some vehicles are built with a Say, for example, you have a 318 kg manufacturer's special snow plow prep package, (700 lb) snow plow. The total weight recommendations regarding called RPO VYU. If the vehicle has of all occupants and cargo inside rear ballast.
  • Page 370 9-92 Driving and Operating Front axle reserve capacity is the In order to calculate the amount of difference between the front Gross weight any front accessory, such as Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and the a snow plow, is adding to the front front axle weight of the vehicle with axle, use the following formula: full fuel and passengers.
  • Page 371 Driving and Operating 9-93 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 372 9-94 Driving and Operating The total vehicle reserve capacity Emergency Roof Lamp for the vehicle can be found Provisions in the lower right corner of the Vehicles with the RPO VYU snow Certification/Tire label as shown plow prep package also have an previously.
  • Page 501: Vehicle Data

    Canada) ....13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns Customer Satisfaction the United States with the sales transaction or the Procedure (Mexico) .
  • Page 502 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 likely be resolved at a dealer's...
  • Page 503 For further information concerning In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call procedure outlined in Steps One the General Motors Customer Care and Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), Limited wants you to be aware...
  • Page 504 If you have a problem that has not been satisfactorily handled through If your case is not resolved in a the normal means, we suggest the reasonable amount of time by your Owner satisfaction and goodwill are following steps: dealer, please call the General very important to your dealer and Motors Customer Assistance General Motors.
  • Page 505 1908 Colonel Sam Drive General Motors de Mexico, S. de assistance. However, if a customer Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 R.L. de C.V. wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, www.gm.ca Customer Assistance Center the letter should be addressed to: Av. Ejercito Nacional #843 1-800-263-3777 (English) Col.
  • Page 506 Customer assistance is available and who use Text Telephones Monday through Friday, 08:00 to (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY 1-800-999-5252 20:00 hours, and Saturdays from equipment available at its Customer 08:00 to 15:00 hours.
  • Page 507 Find the Digital owner manual, warranty Chevrolet-recommended information, and more. maintenance services for your Take a trip to the Chevrolet Owner Storage for online service and vehicle. Centre: maintenance records. Chat live with online help Chevrolet dealer locator for representatives.
  • Page 508 For more information on the limited the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or When calling Roadside Assistance, Chevrolet and General Motors of call the GM Mobility Assistance have the following information Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text Canada Limited reserve the right to...
  • Page 509 Service to Chevrolet and General Motors of change a flat tire with the spare Canada Limited reserve the right to tire. The spare tire, if equipped, limit services or payment to an Reimbursement must be in good condition and owner or driver if they decide the is approximately $5 Canadian.
  • Page 510 Chevrolet of the repair orders. Once the program. The Roadside Customer Assistance Center at...
  • Page 511 If the vehicle cannot be received telephone numbers for Chevrolet existing Roadside Assistance by the nearest Chevrolet dealer dealers. program guidelines. If the costs due to scheduling conflicts, the exceed the amount authorized...
  • Page 512 A rental car will be provided for up to two days and the vehicle : Transportation to pick up must be returned to its original Roadside Assistance does not your vehicle after repairs are destination, excluding vehicles cover or reimburse services for the complete.
  • Page 513 Cost of towing a trailer when of your transportation needs, your To contact Roadside Assistance by choosing a Chevrolet dealer that dealer can help minimize your phone, use the following numbers: is nearest to the temporary inconvenience.
  • Page 514 If your dealer requests you to bring entitled Limited Warranty and the vehicle for service, you are Owner Assistance Information urged to do so as early in the work furnished with each new vehicle If the vehicle requires overnight day as possible to allow for provides detailed warranty coverage warranty repairs, and public same-day repair.
  • Page 515: Agreements

    Rental reimbursement will be limited Collision parts are the best choice to and must be supported by original ensure that the vehicle's designed receipts. This requires that you sign appearance, durability, and safety and complete a rental agreement are preserved. The use of Genuine and meet state/provincial, local, and GM parts can help maintain the GM rental vehicle provider requirements.
  • Page 516 Aftermarket collision parts are also If the vehicle is leased, the leasing available. These are made by company may require you to have Protect your investment in the GM companies other than GM and may insurance that ensures repairs with vehicle with comprehensive and not have been tested for the vehicle.
  • Page 517 Gather the following information: Genuine GM parts. Remember, if the vehicle is leased, you may be Driver name, address, and obligated to have the vehicle telephone number. In the event that the vehicle requires repaired with Genuine GM parts, damage repairs, GM recommends Driver license number.
  • Page 518 In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Or write to: Owner Manual, and Warranty Helm, Incorporated Booklet. Attention: Customer Service RETAIL SELL PRICE: 47911 Halyard Drive $35.00 (U.S.) plus handling and Plymouth, MI 48170 Service Manuals have the diagnosis shipping fees. and repair information on the Prices are subject to change without engines, transmission, axle, Without Portfolio: Owner...
  • Page 519 However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. If you live in Canada, and you To contact NHTSA, you may call believe that the vehicle has a safety the Vehicle Safety Hotline defect, notify Transport Canada toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 immediately, and notify General (TTY: 1-800-424-9153);...
  • Page 520 Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: hitting a road obstacle, data that will information about the vehicle s assist in understanding how a Chevrolet Motor Division performance and how it is driven. vehicle's systems performed. The Chevrolet Customer Assistance For example, the vehicle uses...
  • Page 521 This data can help provide a better GM will not access this data or understanding of the circumstances share it with others except: with the If the vehicle is equipped with an in which crashes and injuries occur. consent of the vehicle owner or, active OnStar system, that system if the vehicle is leased, with the EDR data is recorded...
  • Page 522 Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. The device may not cause RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that harmful interference. vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that 2. The device must accept any pressure monitoring and ignition comply with Part 15 of the Federal interference received, including...
  • Page 531 Airbag System (cont'd) Anti-theft What Makes an Airbag Alarm System ....2-15 Accessories and Inflate? ..... .3-36 Alarm System Messages .
  • Page 532 Automatic Battery (cont'd) Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Headlamps ....10-37 Dimming Mirrors ....2-21 Voltage and Charging Door Locks .
  • Page 533: Customer Information

    Cargo Cleaning Cover Cover ......4-2 Exterior Care ....10-99 Cargo .
  • Page 534 ® Delayed Locking ....2-9 Driving (cont'd) Emergency, OnStar ..14-2 Vehicle Load Limits ...9-16 Devices, Auxiliary .
  • Page 535 Engine (cont'd) Flat Tire ..... . 10-73 Fuel ......9-63 Pressure Light .
  • Page 536: General Information

    Glass Replacement ... 10-35 Heater Glove Box ..... . 4-1 Engine .
  • Page 537: Jump Starting

    Lamps (cont'd) Lights (cont'd) Malfunction Indicator ..5-20 Brake System Warning ..5-23 Jump Starting ....10-89 Messages .
  • Page 538: Maintenance Schedule

    Locks (cont'd) Messages Mirrors (cont'd) Convex ..... . .2-18 Lockout Protection ... . . 2-9 Airbag System .
  • Page 539: Services

    ® OnStar (cont'd) Parking Emergency ....14-2 Assist, Ultrasonic ... . .9-54 Object Detection System Navigation .
  • Page 540: Reporting Safety Defects

    Power Assist Steps ... . 2-14 Rear Climate Control Reimbursement Program, Pregnancy, Using Safety System ....8-10, 8-11 GM Mobility .
  • Page 541: Maintenance Records

    Roads Safety Defects Reporting Security Driving, Wet ....9-11 Canadian Government ..13-19 Light ......5-26 ®...
  • Page 542 Signals, Turn and Storage Areas Tires Lane-Change ....6-5 Armrest ......4-1 Buying New Tires .
  • Page 543 Tow/Haul Mode Light ..5-24 Transportation Program, Towing Courtesy ....13-14 Vehicle Driving Characteristics .
  • Page 544 When It Is Time for New Tires ......10-65 Warning Where to Put the Restraint ..3-53 Brake System Light .

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