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Page 2: Table Of Contents
....10-1 ....12-1 General Information ..10-2 Vehicle Identification .
Page 3 à l'adresse the features found on your vehicle. this manual including, but not limited savant: 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 Engine Coolant Temperature Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors Here are some additional symbols Exterior Lamps that may be found on the vehicle Power Fog Lamps and what they mean. For more Remote Vehicle Start information on the symbol, refer to Fuel Gauge the Index.
Page 7: Head Restraints
Safety Belts ....1-11 Navigation System ... 1-23 Passenger Sensing Side Blind Zone System .
Page 9: Instrument Panel
A. Air Vents on page 8-12. Dome Lamps on page 6-7. Q. Horn on page 5-4. B. Turn and Lane Change Lever. Instrument Panel Illumination R. Steering Wheel Controls on See Turn and Lane-Change Control on page 6-7. page 5-2. Signals on page 6-5.
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 RKE the power door lock switch or transmitter until the liftgate starts press on the Remote Keyless moving. Entry (RKE) transmitter twice. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Press on the overhead...
Page 13 Press the switch to lower the 3. Try to move the seat back and window. Pull the switch up to raise forth to be sure the seat is it. See Windows on page 2-20 and locked in place. Power Windows on page 2-20. See Seat Adjustment on page 3-3.
Page 14 If available, raise or lower the raise or lower the height of the entire seat by moving the entire support, press and hold the top control up or down. or bottom of the control. See Power Seat Adjustment on See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3-3.
Page 15 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. To return the seatback to the upright position: 1.
Page 16: Front Seats
Press to heat the seat and seatback. On vehicles with a 60/40 split-bench Press the button once for the or buckets seats, the seatbacks can highest setting. With each press of be folded for additional cargo space, the button, the seat will change to or the seats can be folded and the next lower setting, and then to tumbled for easy entry/exit to the...
Page 17 The passenger sensing system, if equipped, turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. If the vehicle has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position.
Page 18 2. Press one of the four arrows located on the control pad to adjust the mirror. 3. Adjust the outside mirror so that the side of the vehicle and the area behind are seen. 4. Press either (A) or (B) again to deselect the mirror.
Page 19 See Power Mirrors on page 2-17. Keep the selector switch in the If the vehicle has the memory center position when not adjusting package, the exterior mirrors tilt to a Hold the rearview mirror in the preselected position when the either outside mirror.
Page 20 On vehicles with this feature, you The dome lamps are located in the can change the position of the overhead console. throttle and brake pedals. They come on when any door is opened and turn off after all the doors are closed. Turn the instrument panel brightness knob located below the dome lamp override button,...
Page 21 The dome lamp override button is For vehicles with reading lamps in located next to the exterior lamps the overhead console, press the control. button located next to the lamp to turn it on or off. The vehicle may also have reading lamps in other locations.
Page 22 Automatically turns on the Turns the windshield headlamps, parking lamps, wipers off. taillamps, instrument panel lights, Turn the band up for more roof marker lamps (if equipped), and frequent wipes or down for less license plate lamps. frequent wipes. Turns on the parking lamps, Slow wipes.
Page 23 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. Turns on the rear wiper delay. Turns on the rear wiper. Press the button on the end of the lever to spray washer fluid on the rear window.
Page 24: 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 25 2. Press the plus/minus buttons, The transfer case knob is located to located on the steering column the left of the instrument panel shift lever, to select the desired cluster. Use this knob to shift into range of gears for current driving and out of the different Four-Wheel conditions.
Page 26 Vehicles with a two speed transfer case have a N (Neutral) position. Shift the transfer case to N (Neutral) only when towing the vehicle. See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10-85 or Towing the Vehicle on page 10-84. See Four-Wheel Drive (Single Speed Automatic Transfer Case) on page 9-38 or Four-Wheel Drive (Two Speed Automatic Transfer Case) on...
Page 27 For vehicles with a Rear Seat Turn to manually select radio Entertainment System (RSE) and stations or press to set the bass or To set the time and date: Rear Seat Audio System (RSA), see treble. Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) 1.
Page 28 ® iPod , laptop computers, MP3 players, CD changers, ® SiriusXM is a satellite radio service USB storage device, etc. can be based in the 48 contiguous United connected to the auxiliary port using States and 10 Canadian provinces. a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) input jack or the SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide USB port depending on the audio variety of programming and...
Page 29 Press to silence the vehicle Press to disengage cruise speakers only. Press again to turn control without erasing the set the sound on. Press and hold longer speed from memory. than two seconds to interact with See Cruise Control on page 9-47. ®...
Page 30 The accessory power outlets are powered, even with the ignition If available, this system uses off. Continuing to use accessory sensors on the rear bumper to power outlets while the ignition is in If equipped, SBZA will detect assist with parking and avoiding LOCK/OFF may cause the vehicle's vehicles in the next lane over in the objects while in R (Reverse).
Page 31 Read the instructions completely On vehicles with a sunroof, the When the sunroof is opened, an air before attempting to program the sunroof only operates when the deflector will automatically raise. transmitter. Because of the steps ignition is in ACC/ACCESSORY The air deflector will retract when involved, it may be helpful to have or ON/RUN, or when Retained...
Page 32 Press and release again to The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when turn on both systems. the vehicle is first started, and then For more information, see turn off as the vehicle is driven. This ®...
Page 33: Maintenance
Brake gradually and avoid 3. Display OIL LIFE REMAINING abrupt stops. on the DIC. If the display shows To reset the Engine Oil Life System 100%, the system is reset. Avoid idling the engine for long on most vehicles: periods of time. See Engine Oil Life System on 1.
Page 34: Onstar Overview
TTY Users (U.S. Only): for Emergency, Security, Navigation, 1-888-889-2438 Connection, and Diagnostic Services. See OnStar Overview on Canada: 1-800-268-6800 page 14-1. Mexico: 01-800-466-0800 New Chevrolet owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance Program. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13-5.
Page 35 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Doors Heated Mirrors ....2-18 Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . 2-19 Liftgate ......2-9 Windows Park Tilt Mirrors .
Page 36: Keys And Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Keys Overview on page 14-1. Warning Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous and See Radio Frequency Statement on children or others could be page 13-15.
Page 37: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Keyless Entry If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the turn (RKE) System Operation signal lamps flash once to indicate locking has occurred. If enabled The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) through the DIC, the horn chirps transmitter functions work up to when the lock button is pressed 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle.
Page 38: Information
Keys, Doors, and Windows If enabled through the DIC, the turn When the replacement transmitter is (Vehicle Locator/Panic signal lamps flash twice to indicate programmed to this vehicle, all Alarm): Press and release to unlocking has occurred. See Vehicle remaining transmitters must also be locate the vehicle.
Page 39: Remote Vehicle Start
Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Insert the new battery, positive During a remote start, if the vehicle side facing down. Replace with a has an automatic climate control CR2032 or equivalent battery. system and heated seats, the heated seats will turn on during 4.
Page 40 Keys, Doors, and Windows There are other conditions which The engine will continue to run Or, you can extend the engine run can affect the performance of the for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps time by another 10 minutes within transmitter.
Page 41: Safety Belts
Keys, Doors, and Windows Also, the engine will turn off during a Door Locks Warning (Continued) remote vehicle start if the coolant temperature gets too high or if the Warning injuries or even death from oil pressure gets low. heat stroke. Always lock the Unlocked doors can be Remote Start Ready vehicle whenever leaving it.
Page 42: 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 43: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors Warning (Continued) Liftgate Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and Warning set the fan speed to the highest setting. See Climate Exhaust gases can enter the Control Systems in the vehicle if it is driven with the Index.
Page 44 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Liftgate Operation Warning To unlock the liftgate, press You, or others, could be injured if the power door lock switch or caught in the path of the power press on the Remote Keyless liftgate. Make sure there is no one Entry (RKE) transmitter twice.
Page 45 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 The power liftgate may be Obstacle Detection Features Manual Operation of Power temporarily disabled under extreme Liftgate If the liftgate encounters an obstacle temperatures, or under low battery during a power open or close cycle, To change the liftgate to manual conditions.
Page 46: Power Assist Steps
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows It is not recommended to drive with Power Assist Steps The power assist steps the liftgate open, however, when automatically extend from beneath driving with the liftgate open; the the vehicle on the side in which the liftgate should be set to manual door has been opened.
Page 47: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Vehicle Security To arm the theft-deterrent system: If a locked driver door is opened without using the RKE transmitter, a 1. Open the door. This vehicle has theft-deterrent 10-second pre-alarm will occur. The 2. Lock the door with the Remote features;...
Page 48: Immobilizer Operation
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows To avoid setting off the alarm by 2. Activate the system by locking Immobilizer accident: the doors with the power door See Radio Frequency Statement on lock switch while the door is If you do not want to activate the page 13-15.
Page 49 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 When the PASS-Key III+ system It is possible for the PASS-Key III+ 3. After the engine has started, turn senses that someone is using the decoder to learn the transponder the key to LOCK/OFF, and wrong key, it prevents the vehicle value of a new or replacement key.
Page 50: Exterior Mirrors
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Exterior Mirrors little of the side of the vehicle, and Manually pull out the mirror head to have a clear view behind the extend it for better visibility when vehicle. towing a trailer. Convex Mirrors Using hood-mounted air deflectors The lower portion of the mirror is and add-on convex mirror...
Page 51: Power Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Power Mirrors Keep the selector switch in the center position when not adjusting either outside mirror. Exterior Automatic Dimming Mirror If the vehicle has the exterior automatic dimming mirror, the driver outside mirror automatically adjusts for the glare of headlamps behind.
Page 52: Folding Mirrors
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Folding Mirrors Resetting the Power Folding Manual Folding Mirrors Fold the mirrors inward to prevent Power Folding Reset the power folding mirrors if: damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, pull the The mirrors are accidentally mirror toward the vehicle.
Page 53: Interior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Automatic Dimming Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Mirror Rearview Mirror Manual Rearview Mirror If equipped, the driver outside mirror Adjustment automatically adjusts for the glare of To adjust the inside rearview mirror, Hold the rearview mirror in the the headlamps from behind.
Page 54: Windows
2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are If the vehicle has a RVC, the designed to improve fuel economy button for turning the dimming performance. This may result in a feature on or off will not be Warning pulsing sound when either rear available.
Page 55 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Press the switch to lower the Window Lockout window. Pull the switch up to raise it. Express Down Windows Windows that have the express-down feature allow the windows to be lowered without holding the switch. Press the window switch fully and release it to activate the express-down feature.
Page 56: Roof
2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows Sun Visors Roof Vent: From the closed position, press the rear of switch (B) to vent the sunroof. Sunroof Open/Close: To open the sunroof, press and hold switch (A) until the sunroof reaches the desired position.
Page 57 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23 If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof. Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise.
Page 58 2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES...
Page 125 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature Vehicle Messages Gauge ..... . 5-14 Vehicle Messages ... 5-35 Controls Voltmeter Gauge .
Page 126 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Universal Remote System . . . 5-53 Universal Remote System Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls Programming ....5-53 Adjustment Universal Remote System Operation .
Page 127: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Navigating an iPod or USB Device (Previous/End): Press to 2. Press and release on the Main Audio Screen go to the previous favorite radio to scroll up or down the list, then (Vehicles with a Navigation station, track on a CD, or folder on press and hold , or press System)
Page 128: Horn
Instruments and Controls While listening to a CD/DVD, press 3. Press and release to move up (Seek): Press to go to the next radio station while in AM, FM, and hold to quickly move forward one track within the selected ®...
Page 129: Rear Window Wiper
Instruments and Controls Windshield Washer (Mist): For a single (Rear Wiper): Turns on the rear wiper. wipe, turn to , then release. Warning For several wipes, hold the band (Rear Wiper Wash): Press this button on the end of the lever to longer.
Page 130 Instruments and Controls Under certain circumstances, such To adjust for compass variance, use as during a long-distance, the following procedure: cross-country trip or moving to a Compass Variance (Zone) new state or province, it will be Procedure necessary to compensate for compass variance by resetting the 1.
Page 131 Instruments and Controls two seconds to select the next strong magnetic field interfering with 2. Press the vehicle information available variance zone. Repeat the compass. Such interference button until PRESS this step until the appropriate may be caused by a magnetic CB or CALIBRATE COMPASS variance zone is displayed.
Page 132: Clock
Instruments and Controls Clock 5. To decrease the time or date, do Power Outlets one of the following: To set the time and date: The accessory power outlets can be Press the SEEK button. used to plug in electrical equipment, 1.
Page 133 Instruments and Controls When adding electrical equipment, Warning be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included Power is always supplied to the with the equipment. Do not use outlets. Do not leave electrical equipment exceeding the equipment plugged in when the maximum amperage rating of vehicle is not in use because the 20 amperes.
Page 134: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
5-10 Instruments and Controls If equipment is connected using Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there more than 150 watts or a system could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and fault is detected, a protection circuit function. Often gauges and warning shuts off the power supply and the lights work together to indicate a Indicators...
Page 135: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls 5-11 Instrument Cluster English 6-Speed Shown, Metric and 2500 Series Similar...
Page 136: Speedometer
5-12 Instruments and Controls Speedometer To display the odometer reading with the ignition off, press the reset The speedometer shows the button. vehicle's speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per Tachometer hour (mph). The tachometer displays the engine Odometer speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).
Page 137: Engine Oil Pressure
Instruments and Controls 5-13 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 5-39 for more information. Here are some situations owners may experience with the fuel gauge.
Page 138: Engine Coolant Temperature
5-14 Instruments and Controls Oil pressure may vary with engine if the oil level is within the speed, outside temperature and oil operating range and the oil viscosity, but readings above the pressure is still low, have the low pressure zone indicate the vehicle serviced.
Page 139: Voltmeter Gauge
Instruments and Controls 5-15 See Engine Overheating on When the engine is running, the Readings in the low warning zone page 10-19. gauge shows the condition of the may occur when a large number of charging system. The charging electrical accessories are operating Voltmeter Gauge system regulates voltage based on in the vehicle and the engine is left...
Page 140: Safety Belt Reminders
5-16 Instruments and Controls Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt If the passenger safety belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder light comes on. There is a passenger safety belt Light The front passenger safety belt reminder light near the passenger warning light and chime may turn on There is a driver safety belt...
Page 141: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls 5-17 If there is a problem with the airbag system, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message may also come on. See Airbag System Messages on page 5-42. Passenger Airbag Status The airbag readiness light comes on Canada and Mexico Indicator for several seconds when the When the vehicle is started, the...
Page 142: Charging System Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls If the word OFF or the off symbol is Charging System Light that there are problems with a lit on the airbag status indicator, it generator drive belt, or that there is means that the passenger sensing an electrical problem.
Page 143 Instruments and Controls 5-19 smoothly. This could lead to could damage the emission control costly repairs that might not be system on the vehicle. Diagnosis covered by the vehicle warranty. and service might be required. Modifications made to the To prevent more serious damage to engine, transmission, exhaust, the vehicle: intake, or fuel system of the...
Page 144 5-20 Instruments and Controls The following may correct an If one or more of these conditions emission control system occurs, change the fuel brand used. malfunction: It may require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. Check that the fuel cap is fully installed.
Page 145: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-21 This can happen if the 12-volt vehicle. For normal braking Warning battery has recently been performance, both circuits need to replaced or run down. The be working. The brake system might not be diagnostic system is designed to If the warning light comes on and a working properly if the brake evaluate critical emission control...
Page 146: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
5-22 Instruments and Controls ® Antilock Brake System If the regular brake system warning StabiliTrak OFF Light light is also on, the vehicle does not (ABS) Warning Light have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes. See Brake System Warning Light on page 5-21.
Page 147: Traction Control System
Instruments and Controls 5-23 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 148: Engine Oil Pressure Light
5-24 Instruments and Controls Engine Oil Pressure Light If the light comes on and stays on, it Security Light means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and it might have some other system problem. Low Fuel Warning Light Lack of proper engine oil The security light should come on...
Page 149: High-Beam On Light
Instruments and Controls 5-25 For information regarding this light Front Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light and the vehicle's security system, see Vehicle Alarm System on page 2-13 or Vehicle Alarm System on page 2-14. High-Beam On Light The fog lamp light comes on when This light comes on when the cruise the fog lamps are in use.
Page 150: Information Displays
5-26 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 151 Instruments and Controls 5-27 temperature will be shown in °C Trip/Fuel Menu Items (With DIC The trip odometer can be reset to or °F depending on the units zero by pressing the set/reset Buttons) selected. button while the trip odometer is (Trip/Fuel): Press to scroll displayed.
Page 152 5-28 Instruments and Controls For example, if the vehicle was the same amount of fuel is in the the fuel used information, press driven 8 km (5 mi) before it is started fuel tank. This is because different and hold the set/reset button while again, and then the retroactive reset driving conditions produce different FUEL USED is displayed.
Page 153 Instruments and Controls 5-29 To stop the timer, press the set/reset change. This display shows the Vehicle Information Menu button briefly while TIMER is instantaneous fuel economy in liters Items (With DIC Buttons) displayed. per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or (Vehicle Information): Press miles per gallon (mpg).
Page 154 5-30 Instruments and Controls When the remaining oil life is low, Side Blind Zone Alert All of the vehicle information will the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON then be displayed in the unit of If your vehicle has the Side Blind message will appear on the display.
Page 155 Instruments and Controls 5-31 If the tire pressure display shows OUTPUT shows the power output to Trip Odometer Reset Stem dashes instead of a value, there the trailer anytime a trailer with Menu Items (With DIC Buttons) may be a problem with your vehicle. electric brakes is connected.
Page 156 5-32 Instruments and Controls The trip odometer has a feature Language Engine Hours called the retroactive reset. This can This display allows you to select the To display the ENGINE HOURS, be used to set the trip odometer to language in which the DIC place the ignition in LOCK/OFF or the number of kilometers (miles) messages will appear.
Page 157 Instruments and Controls 5-33 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 158 5-34 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 159: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-35 Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and Driving with this problem could drain the battery. Turn off all unnecessary Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC accessories. Have the electrical indicate the status of the vehicle or system checked as soon as BATTERY LOW START some action may be needed to possible.
Page 160: Door Ajar Messages
5-36 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 161: Engine Cooling System
Instruments and Controls 5-37 REAR ACCESS OPEN Engine Cooling System If this message continues to appear, have the system repaired by your Messages This message displays and a chime dealer as soon as possible to avoid sounds if the liftgate or liftglass is damage to the engine.
Page 162: Engine Oil Messages
5-38 Instruments and Controls This message clears when the OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP Engine Power Messages engine has cooled to a safe ENGINE ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED operating temperature. If you drive the vehicle This message displays and a chime while the engine oil pressure is Engine Oil Messages sounds when the cooling system...
Page 163: Fuel System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-39 Fuel System Messages Key and Lock Messages Object Detection System Messages FUEL LEVEL LOW REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE This message displays and a chime OWNERS MANUAL sounds if the fuel level is low. Refuel This message displays if a Remote as soon as possible.
Page 164: Ride Control System
5-40 Instruments and Controls SERVICE PARK ASSIST SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT For cleaning instructions, see Washing Your Vehicle in Exterior SYSTEM OFF This message displays if there is a Care on page 10-90. See Side Blind problem with the Ultrasonic Rear If your vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on page 9-51 for Parking Assist (URPA) system.
Page 165 Instruments and Controls 5-41 SERVICE SUSPENSION STABILITRAK INITIALIZING TRACTION XX SYSTEM STABILITRAK XX If the vehicle has StabiliTrak, this ® message may come on if the If your vehicle has the Autoride This message displays when the StabiliTrak system has not fully suspension system, this message traction control and/or StabiliTrak initialized because of road...
Page 166: Airbag System Messages
5-42 Instruments and Controls STABILITRAK OFF may also The message turns off as soon as Tire Messages display when the stability control the conditions that caused the SERVICE TIRE MONITOR has been automatically disabled. message to be displayed are no There are several conditions that longer present.
Page 167: Transmission Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-43 TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE The low tire pressure warning light Transmission Messages will also come on. See Tire On vehicles with the Tire Pressure GRADE BRAKING DISABLED Pressure Light on page 5-23. You Monitor System (TPMS), this can receive more than one tire This message displays when the message displays when the TPMS...
Page 168: Vehicle Reminder
5-44 Instruments and Controls GRADE BRAKING ON TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE Vehicle Reminder ENGINE Messages This message displays when the grade braking has been activated Do not drive the vehicle CHECK TRAILER WIRING while driving on downhill grades. while the transmission fluid is This message will only appear the overheating and the transmission On vehicles with the Integrated...
Page 169: Washer Fluid Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-45 As soon as it is safe to do so, This message clears itself after Vehicle carefully pull the vehicle over to the several seconds. This message also Personalization side of the road and turn the ignition clears if you acknowledge it.
Page 170 5-46 Instruments and Controls To change customization Press the customization button until NO CHANGE: No change will be preferences, use the following made to this feature. The current the PRESS TO DISPLAY IN procedure. setting will remain. ENGLISH screen appears on the DIC display.
Page 171 Instruments and Controls 5-47 for this feature. Then press the Press the customization button until To select a setting, press the set/ customization button to scroll AUTO DOOR UNLOCK appears on reset button while the desired through the following settings: the DIC display.
Page 172 5-48 Instruments and Controls LIGHTS ONLY: The exterior lamps REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK NO CHANGE: No change will be will flash when you press the lock made to this feature. The current This feature allows you to select the button on the RKE transmitter. setting will remain.
Page 173 Instruments and Controls 5-49 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...
Page 174 5-50 Instruments and Controls The lights will remain on for LOUD: The chime volume will be for this feature. Then press the 20 seconds or until the lock button set to a loud level. customization button to scroll on the RKE transmitter is pressed, through the following settings: NO CHANGE: No change will be or the vehicle is no longer off.
Page 175 Instruments and Controls 5-51 EASY EXIT RECALL The automatic easy exit seat Press the customization button until movement will only occur one time EASY EXIT SETUP appears on the If your vehicle has this feature, it after the key is removed from the DIC display.
Page 176 5-52 Instruments and Controls Press the customization button until REMOTE START To select a setting, press the set/ MEMORY SEAT RECALL appears reset button while the desired If your vehicle has this feature, it on the DIC display. Press the set/ setting is displayed on the DIC.
Page 177: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-53 EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS Exiting the Feature Universal Remote Settings Menu This feature allows you to exit the System feature settings menu. The feature settings menu will be See Radio Frequency Statement on exited when any of the following Press the customization button until page 13-15.
Page 178 5-54 Instruments and Controls Do not use this system with any Park the vehicle outside of the garage door opener that does not garage when programming a garage have the stop and reverse feature. door. Be sure that people and This includes any garage door objects are clear of the garage door opener model manufactured before...
Page 179 Instruments and Controls 5-55 3. Immediately return to the To program another Rolling Code vehicle. Press and hold the device such as an additional garage Universal Home Remote button door opener, a security device, that will be used to control the or home automation device, repeat garage door until the garage Steps 1 through 5, choosing a...
Page 180 5-56 Instruments and Controls Programming a garage door opener To program up to three devices: The garage door opener receiver involves time-sensitive actions, so (motor head unit) could also 1. To verify that the garage door read the entire procedure before have a row of dip switches that opener is a Fixed Code unit, starting.
Page 181 Instruments and Controls 5-57 2. Write down the 8 to 12 switch buttons to put the Universal settings from left to right as Home Remote into follows: programming mode. When a switch is in the up position, write Left. When a switch is in the Example of Eight Dip Switches down position, write Right.
Page 182: Universal Remote System Operation
5-58 Instruments and Controls 4. The indicator lights will blink 5. After entering all of the switch To program another Fixed Code slowly. Enter each switch setting positions, once again firmly device such as an additional garage from Step 2 into your vehicle's press and release all three door opener, a security device, Universal Home Remote.
Page 183 Instruments and Controls 5-59 Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons The programmed buttons should be erased when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends. To erase either Rolling Code or Fixed Code settings on the Universal Home Remote device: 1. Press and hold the two outside buttons at the same time for approximately 20 seconds, until the indicator lights, located...
Page 184 5-60 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
Page 195 Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System ....7-36 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System ..... 7-46 Read the following pages to become familiar with the audio system's features.
Page 196: Vehicle Identification
Set up the tone, speaker adjustments, and preset radio For vehicles with a navigation radio stations. system, see the separate Navigation For more information, see System manual. This vehicle's audio system may be equipped with a noise reduction ® TheftLock is designed to system which can work improperly discourage theft of the vehicle's...
Page 197 C. MENU Press to open the tone menu to adjust the bass, midrange, treble, fade, and balance. D. Buttons 1 - 6 Saves and selects favorite stations. E. EQ (Equalizer) Press to adjust the equalizer. (Tone/Tune) Press to set the bass or treble.
Page 198 O. CD/AUX (Clock) (Power/Volume) Press to scroll through Press to set the clock. Press to turn the selecting the CD or a infotainment system on BAND auxiliary device. or off. Press to scroll through the Eject Turn to adjust the volume. available bands AM, FM, or XM if equipped.
Page 199 C. MENU Press to open the tone menu to adjust the bass, midrange, treble, fade, and balance. D. DVD Slot E. Buttons 1 - 6 Saves and selects favorite stations. EQ (Equalizer) Press to adjust the equalizer settings. (Tone/Tune) Press to set the bass or treble.
Page 200 CAT (Category) Vehicles with a USB, CD, and DVD REV (Reverse) radio may have a Rear Seat Press to display a list of Press to and hold to go Entertainment (RSE) system. See XM categories. backward fast through a track. for more (Clock) information on the vehicle's RSE...
Page 201 Radios with Speed Vehicles with the LTZ Press to turn Compensated Volume (SCV) package and a Bose Audio System the system on and off. ® automatically adjusts the radio include the Bose AudioPilot noise Turn clockwise or counterclockwise volume to compensate for road and compensation technology.
Page 202 3. Press the softkey under the 3. Adjust the setting by doing one Press this AUTO VOLUM (automatic of the following: button to choose bass and treble volume) tab on the radio display. equalization settings designed for Turn the knob clockwise different types of music.
Page 203 Select this setting to To quickly adjust all speaker and adjust the audio for the driver to tone controls to the middle position, receive the best possible sound press the knob for more than quality. two seconds. adjust the balance or fade: Select this setting to If the Rear Seat Audio (RSA) is adjust the audio for the rear seat...
Page 204 display and artist information stations. The radio only seeks and displays on the bottom line. When scans stations with a strong signal information is not available, NO that are in the selected band. INFO displays. Press to manually tune to a radio station in descending order.
Page 205: Radio
Each page of favorites can contain 3. Select the number of favorites For more information, contact any combination of AM, FM, or XM, pages by pressing the softkey SiriusXM at www.siriusxm.com or if equipped, stations. located below the displayed call 1-866-635-2349 (U.S) and page numbers.
Page 206 2. Press either of the two softkeys To add or remove a category: Press to go to the below the desired category tab previous SiriusXM category. 1. Press the MENU button. to immediately tune to the first Press to go to the next 2.
Page 207 Up to 36 stations can be The number of favorites pages can The encryption code programmed as favorites using the be set up using the MENU button. in the receiver is being updated, six softkeys below the radio station To set up the number of favorites and no action is required.
Page 208 If this station was one of the 1-866-635-2349 (U.S) and If this message presets, choose another station for www.xmradio.ca or call does not clear within a short period that preset button. 1-877-209-0079 (Canada). of time, the receiver or antenna could have a fault. Consult with your There are no No artist dealer.
Page 209 The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service The AM-FM antenna is located in night. The longer range can cause gives digital radio reception from the passenger rear side windows. station frequencies to interfere with coast to coast in the 48 contiguous Make sure the inside surfaces of the each other.
Page 210 If an error displays, see CD Player Messages later in this section. Do not add any label to a CD. It could get caught in the CD. If a If playing a CD-R, the sound quality CD is recorded on a personal can be reduced due to CD-R or computer and a description label is CD-RW quality, the method of...
Page 211: Audio Players
If the surface of a CD is soiled, Press to clean it with a soft, lint free cloth or cycle through CD or Auxiliary when If the ignition or radio is turned off, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, listening to the radio.
Page 212 Press to listen to Press to go to the start of tracks in random, rather than the current track, if more than ten sequential order. To use random: seconds on the CD have played. The radio can play discs that contain both uncompressed CD 1.
Page 213 each playlist. When the last track of the last playlist has The root directory is treated as a CDs that have preprogrammed played, play continues from the folder. Files are stored in the root playlists that were created using first track of the first playlist. directory when the disc or storage WinAmp , MusicMatch , or Real device does not contain folders.
Page 214 album. The player scans the disc to Press sort the files by artist and album ID3 and hold to advance playback Press to display tag information. It can take several quickly. Sound is heard at a reduced additional text information related to minutes to scan the disc depending volume and the elapsed time of the the current song.
Page 215 The road is very rough. When 2. Press one of the softkeys below the road becomes smoother, the the album tab from the sort CD should play. screen. The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, Do not add any label to a disc. 3.
Page 216 If an error displays, see CD If the surface of a disc is soiled, If a playback device is plugged Messages later in this section. clean it with a soft, lint-free cloth or into the radio s front auxiliary input dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, jack, USB port, or the rear auxiliary neutral detergent solution mixed...
Page 217 The CD player can play the smaller 8 cm (3 in) single CDs with an Press and release adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the to eject the disc that is currently If the ignition or radio is turned off smaller CDs are loaded in the same playing.
Page 218 If a front auxiliary device is Press to listen to Turn to select tracks on connected, the DVD/CD AUX button tracks in random, rather than the disc that is currently playing. cycles through all available options, sequential order. To use random: Press to go to the start of such as: DVD slot, CD slot, Front 1.
Page 219 The CD player reads both The CD player supports: uncompressed audio and MP3/ Up to 512 files and folders. When the disc contains only WMA files on a mixed mode disc. compressed files, the files are Up to 8 folders in depth. Uncompressd audio is played located under the root folder.
Page 220 Tracks are played in the following order: The song name that displays is the Play begins from the first track in song name that is contained in the If a disc is inserted into the top DVD ID3 tag. If the song name is not the first playlist and continues slot, the rear seat operator can turn present in the ID3 tag, then the...
Page 221 The player scans the disc to sort the To change from playback by artist to Press files by artist and album ID3 tag playback by album: and hold to advance playback information. It can take several quickly. 1. Press the softkey below the Sort minutes to scan the disc depending By tab.
Page 222 If loading and reading of a disc cannot be completed, due to The DVD player can be controlled Insert a disc partway into the top unknown format, etc., and the disc by the buttons on the remote slot, label side up. The player pulls fails to eject, press and hold for control, the RSA system, or by the it in and the disc should begin...
Page 223 If a front auxiliary device is the rear seat occupant from Press to connected, the DVD/CD AUX button operating the Rear Seat Audio quickly reverse the CD or DVD at cycles through all available options, (RSA) system or remote control. five times the normal speed.
Page 224 If the forward arrow is showing on navigation arrows to navigate the slot. It must be manually turned on the display, the system is in pause cursor through the DVD menu. After by the rear seat occupant through mode. If the Pause tab is showing making a selection press this the remote control power button.
Page 225 This message Press to cycle or the tabs displayed displays if no disc is present when through audio stream formats on the radio. If the radio is sourced located on the DVD-A disc. The or DVD/CD AUX button is to something other than DVD-V, video screen shows the audio press the DVD/CD AUX button to pressed on the radio.
Page 226 The label is caught in the CD/ Drivers are encouraged to set up Press to listen to the radio DVD player. any auxiliary device while the when a portable audio device is vehicle is in P (Park). See playing. The portable audio device If the disc is not playing correctly, for continues playing.
Page 227 If a front auxiliary device is connected, the DVD/CD AUX button USB Flash Drives cycles through all available options, The radio supports: Portable USB Hard Drives such as: DVD slot, CD slot, Front Up to 700 folders. Auxiliary, and Rear Auxiliary (if Fifth generation or later iPod available).
Page 228 To connect an iPod, connect one Press end of the USB cable that came and hold to advance playback with the iPod to the iPod s dock quickly. Sound is heard at a reduced The radio can control a USB connector and connect the other volume.
Page 229 Genres Press the softkey 5. Press to select the desired file Songs to be played. below to pause the track. The tab appears raised when pause is being Composers To skip through large lists, the five softkeys can be used to navigate in used.
Page 230 Third softkey, 5% through the list each time the softkey is pressed. To use Shuffle: Fourth softkey, 10% through the Press the softkey below list each time the softkey is to select between pressed. Shuffle Off, Shuffle All Songs/ Fifth softkey, end of the list. Shuffle Songs, Shuffle Album, The vehicle may have an or Shuffle Folder.
Page 231 DVD, and/or CD. While Parental Control is on, a padlock icon The RSE is designed for rear seat displays. passengers only. The driver cannot The radio can be turned back on safely view the video screen while with a single press of the power driving and should not try to do so.
Page 232 These headphones can be used to automatically to save the battery listen to the radio, CDs, DVDs, power if the RSE system and RSA MP3s, DVD-As, or any auxiliary are shut off, or if the headphones source connected to A/V jacks or are out of range of the transmitters the auxiliary input jack, if the vehicle for more than three minutes.
Page 233 If the headphones are to be stored The A/V jacks, located on the rear and listening with the wireless for a long period of time, remove the of the floor console, allow audio or headphones on Channel 2 or with batteries and keep them in a cool, video signals to be connected from the wired headphones.
Page 234 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 Audio from the DVD player or input jack if the vehicle has this screen remains on.
Page 235 Objects blocking the line of sight could also affect the function of the Press this button to remote control. turn the video screen on and off. If a CD or DVD is in the Radio DVD Press this button slot, the remote control (power) to turn the remote control backlight button can be used to turn on the...
Page 236 While the DVD is playing, the DVD Press this button to Press this can be played slowly by pressing select the choice that is highlighted button to quickly reverse the DVD or the play/pause button then pressing in any menu. CD.
Page 237 Press this button to Press turn on or off subtitles and to move this button to select chapter or track through subtitle options when a numbers greater than nine. Press DVD is playing. The format and this button before entering the Third Aux Video content of this function vary for...
Page 238 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 239 Sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or Check for obstructions, low batteries, reception range, buzzes. and interference from cellular telephone towers, or use a cellular telephone in the vehicle. Check that the headphones are on correctly using the L (left) and R (right) on the headphones.
Page 240 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 241 (if more than ten seconds have When a CD or DVD audio disc is When listening to FM, playing, press this button to go to AM, or XM (if equipped), press played). Press the right seek the beginning of the CD or DVD arrow to go to the next track or the left or right...
Page 242 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. The system can be used while the key is in the For vehicles equipped with If the cell phone has voice...
Page 243: Phone
The pairing process is disabled A short tone Press to when the vehicle is moving. sounds after the system responds answer incoming calls, confirm indicating when it is waiting for a Pairing only needs to be system information, and start voice command.
Page 244 3. Say Pair. The system responds with instructions and a four-digit To connect to a different cell phone, Personal Identification Number The system can list all cell phones the Bluetooth system looks for the (PIN). The PIN is used in Step 5. paired to it.
Page 245 repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone. After the last 1. Press and hold digit has been entered, say The system can store up to two seconds. Store, and then follow the 30 phone numbers as name tags in directions given by the system to 2.
Page 246 The digit dial command allows a The list command will list all stored phone number to be dialed by numbers and name tags. 1. Press and hold entering the digits one at a time. two seconds. After each digit is entered, the 2.
Page 247 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 248 the audio transfer feature on the cell phone. See your cell phone Audio can be transferred between manufacturer's user guide for more the Bluetooth system and the cell The Bluetooth system can send information. phone. numbers and the numbers stored as name tags during a call.
Page 249 phone book and phone pairing information. For information on how to delete this information, see the previous section Deleting a Paired Phone and the previous sections on deleting name tags. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the ® The Bluetooth word mark and double-D symbol are trademarks of...
Page 265 Driving and Operating Driving and Starting the Engine ..9-22 Brakes Engine Heater ....9-24 Antilock Brake Operating Retained Accessory System (ABS) .
Page 266: Vehicle Features
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 9-58 Driving Information passenger to handle potential Fuel Additives ....9-58 distractions. E85 or FlexFuel .
Page 267: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle Warning between you and the driver in Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving.
Page 268: Steering
Driving and Operating If the engine ever stops while the Curve Tips Off-Road Recovery vehicle is being driven, brake Take curves at a reasonable normally but do not pump the speed. brakes. Doing so could make the Reduce speed before entering a pedal harder to push down.
Page 269: Loss Of Control
Driving and Operating 3. Turn the steering wheel to go If the vehicle starts to slide, follow Remember: Antilock brakes help straight down the roadway. these suggestions: avoid only the braking skid. Ease your foot off the Loss of Control Off-Road Driving accelerator pedal and steer the way you want the vehicle to go.
Page 270 Driving and Operating To gain more ground clearance if Warning Warning (Continued) needed, it may be necessary to remove the front fascia lower Keep cargo in the cargo area When driving off-road, bouncing air dam. as far forward and as low as and quick changes in direction Operating the vehicle for possible.
Page 271: Driving On Hills
Driving and Operating Do not damage shrubs, flowers, Never go downhill forward or cannot be seen, get out of the trees, or grasses or disturb backward with either the vehicle and walk the hill before wildlife. transmission or transfer case in driving further.
Page 272 Driving and Operating When driving down a hill, keep 2. Shift into P (Park) and then 3. If the vehicle cannot be restarted the vehicle headed straight restart the engine. after stalling, set the parking down. Use a low gear because brake, shift an automatic If driving uphill when the the engine will work with the...
Page 273 Driving and Operating Hidden obstacles can make the Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, Warning steepness of the incline more or Ice severe. If a rock is driven across Use a low gear when driving in Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, with the uphill wheels, or if the the deeper the mud, the or rivers can be dangerous.
Page 274: Driving On Wet Roads
9-10 Driving and Operating Do not drive through After operation in mud or sand, Warning standing water if it is deep have the brake linings cleaned and enough to cover the wheel hubs, checked. These substances can Wet brakes can cause crashes. axles or exhaust pipe.
Page 275: Highway Hypnosis
Driving and Operating 9-11 Have good tires with proper Hydroplaning Hill and Mountain Roads tread depth. See Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water Driving on steep hills or through can build up under the vehicle's mountains is different than driving Turn off cruise control. tires so they actually ride on the on flat or rolling terrain.
Page 276: Winter Driving
9-12 Driving and Operating 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 277 Driving and Operating 9-13 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 Roadside...
Page 278: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
9-14 Driving and Operating If the Vehicle Is Stuck For information about using tire Slowly spinning the wheels in the chains on the vehicle, see forward and reverse directions Slowly and cautiously spin the causes a rocking motion that could wheels to free the vehicle when free the vehicle.
Page 279: Vehicle Load Limits
Driving and Operating 9-15 Vehicle Load Limits Warning It is very important to know how Do not load the vehicle any much weight your vehicle can heavier than the Gross carry. This weight is called the Vehicle Weight Rating vehicle capacity weight and (GVWR), or either the includes the weight of all maximum front or rear Gross...
Page 280 9-16 Driving and Operating Tire and Loading Information positions (A), and the maximum Steps for Determining Correct Label vehicle capacity weight (B) in Load Limit kilograms and pounds. Locate the statement "The The Tire and Loading combined weight of Information label also shows the occupants and cargo should size of the original equipment never exceed XXX kg or...
Page 281 Driving and Operating 9-17 and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
Page 282 9-18 Driving and Operating weight of the driver, passengers, (GVWR). The GVWR includes and cargo should never exceed the weight of the vehicle, all your vehicle's capacity weight. occupants, fuel, and cargo. The Certification/Tire label also Certification/Tire Label tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 283: Child Restraints
Driving and Operating 9-19 Using heavier suspension Warning Warning (Continued) components to get added durability might not change your Do not load the vehicle any Never stack heavier weight ratings. Ask your dealer heavier than the Gross things, like suitcases, to help you load your vehicle the Vehicle Weight Rating inside the vehicle so that...
Page 284: Starting And Operating
9-20 Driving and Operating Starting and premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this Operating breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake New Vehicle Break-In linings. Do not tow a trailer during The vehicle does not The control used to adjust the break-in.
Page 285: Ignition Positions
Driving and Operating 9-21 Ignition Positions A (STOPPING THE ENGINE/ If the vehicle must be shut off in an LOCK/OFF): When the vehicle is emergency: stopped, turn the ignition switch to 1. Brake using a firm and steady LOCK/OFF to turn the engine off. pressure.
Page 286: Starting The Engine
9-22 Driving and Operating B (ACC/ACCESSORY): This D (START): This is the position that Warning position lets things like the radio starts the engine. When the engine and the windshield wipers operate starts, release the key. The ignition Turning off the vehicle while while the engine is off.
Page 287 Driving and Operating 9-23 Starting Procedure the engine is already running. 2. If the engine does not start after Engine cranking can be stopped 5-10 seconds, especially in very 1. With your foot off the accelerator by turning the ignition switch to cold weather (below 18°C or pedal, turn the ignition to START.
Page 288: Engine Heater
9-24 Driving and Operating If you add electrical parts To Use the Engine Coolant Warning (Continued) or accessories, you could change Heater the way the engine operates. Any 1. Turn off the engine. If the cord will not reach, use a resulting damage would not be heavy-duty three-prong extension covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 289: Retained Accessory
Driving and Operating 9-25 Retained Accessory Shifting Into Park 1. Hold the brake pedal down, then set the parking brake. Power (RAP) Warning The following vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes It can be dangerous to get out of 2.
Page 290: Shifting Out Of Park
9-26 Driving and Operating Leaving the Vehicle with the If you have to leave the vehicle with When you are ready to drive, move the engine running, be sure the the shift lever out of P (Park) before Engine Running vehicle is in P (Park) and the you release the parking brake.
Page 291: Parking Over Things
Driving and Operating 9-27 The shift lock release is always If you are still having a problem When less power is required, such functional except in the case of an shifting, then have the vehicle as cruising at a constant vehicle uncharged or low voltage (less than serviced soon.
Page 292: Engine Exhaust
9-28 Driving and Operating Engine Exhaust Running the Vehicle Warning (Continued) While Parked There are holes or openings Warning It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running. damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon If the vehicle is left with the engine modifications that are not monoxide (CO) which cannot be...
Page 293: Automatic Transmission
Driving and Operating 9-29 Automatic P (Park): This position locks the Warning rear wheels. It is the best position to Transmission use when starting the engine It is dangerous to get out of the because the vehicle cannot move If the vehicle is has an automatic vehicle if the shift lever is not fully easily.
Page 294 9-30 Driving and Operating To rock the vehicle back and forth to damage the transmission. The Warning get out of snow, ice, or sand without repairs would not be covered by damaging the transmission, see the vehicle warranty. Be sure the If the vehicle has a four-wheel engine is not running at high drive transfer case with a...
Page 295 Driving and Operating 9-31 Downshifting the transmission in in the transmissions computer. The accelerator pedal may damage slippery road conditions could result transmission constantly makes the transmission. The repair will in skidding. See Skidding under adjustments to improve vehicle not be covered by the vehicle performance according to how the warranty.
Page 296: Manual Mode
9-32 Driving and Operating For other forms of grade braking, 2. Press the plus/minus buttons, Spinning the tires or located on the steering column holding the vehicle in one place shift lever, to select the desired on a hill using only the range of gears for the current accelerator pedal may damage Manual Mode...
Page 297: Tow/Haul Mode
Driving and Operating 9-33 Tow/Haul Mode See Tow/Haul Mode listed previously and . Tow/Haul Mode Grade Braking assists in maintaining desired vehicle speeds when driving on downhill grades by using the engine and transmission to slow the When Tow/Haul Mode is selected vehicle.
Page 298: Drive Systems
9-34 Driving and Operating Drive Systems While driving on clean dry pavement Automatic Transfer Case and during tight turns, you may experience a vibration in the Four-Wheel Drive steering system. (Two Speed Automatic ® The vehicle has StabiliTrak Transfer Case) Shifting into Four-Wheel Drive Low will turn Traction Control and If the vehicle has four-wheel drive,...
Page 299 Driving and Operating 9-35 If the lights do not come on, you 4 (Four-Wheel Drive High): Use Warning should take the vehicle to your the Four-Wheel Drive High position dealer for service. An indicator light when you need extra traction, such Shifting the transfer case to will flash while shifting.
Page 300 9-36 Driving and Operating Shifting Into Four-Wheel Drive Extended high-speed operation The vehicle may have significant High or AUTO (Automatic in 4L may damage or shorten the life engagement noise and bump when Four-Wheel Drive) of the drivetrain. shifting between Four-Wheel Drive Low and Four-Wheel Drive High Turn the knob to the Four-Wheel To shift to the Four-Wheel Drive...
Page 301 Driving and Operating 9-37 ignition in ON/RUN. The preferred If the knob is turned to the 5. Shift the transfer case to method for shifting out of Four-Wheel Drive High, AUTO, Two-Wheel Drive High. Four-Wheel Drive Low is to have or Two-Wheel Drive High switch 6.
Page 302: Four-Wheel Drive
9-38 Driving and Operating 10. Release the parking brake prior Shifting the transmission Four-Wheel Drive (Single to moving the vehicle. into gear before the requested Speed Automatic mode indicator light has stopped 11. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. Transfer Case) flashing could damage the Shifting Out of N (Neutral) transfer case.
Page 303 Driving and Operating 9-39 Front Axle The vehicle has Four-Wheel Drive AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel ® with StabiliTrak . For information on Drive): This setting is ideal for The front axle engages and StabiliTrak, see use when road surface traction disengages automatically when you conditions are variable.
Page 304: Antilock Brake
9-40 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 305: Parking Brake
Driving and Operating 9-41 If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always Parking Brake becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS computer senses that the wheels...
Page 306: Brake Assist
9-42 Driving and Operating Driving with the parking Brake Assist will automatically disengage when brake on can overheat the brake the brake pedal is released or brake This vehicle has a brake assist system and cause premature pedal pressure is quickly feature designed to assist the driver wear or damage to brake system decreased.
Page 307: Ride Control Systems
Driving and Operating 9-43 is no rolling. The brakes will Ride Control Systems StabiliTrak is on automatically automatically release when the whenever the vehicle is started. To accelerator pedal is applied within assist with directional control of the ® StabiliTrak System the two-second window.
Page 308 9-44 Driving and Operating If the system fails to turn on or The system may be heard or felt StabiliTrak OFF light illuminates and activate, the StabiliTrak light along while it is working; this is normal. the appropriate DIC message with a message will be displayed on displays.
Page 309 Driving and Operating 9-45 It is recommended to leave the brakes to each individual wheel The repairs would not be covered system on for normal driving (brake-traction control) as by the vehicle warranty. Reduce conditions, but it may be necessary necessary.
Page 310: Locking Rear Axle
9-46 Driving and Operating StabiliTrak may also turn off Locking Rear Axle independently adjust the damping automatically if it determines that a level to provide the optimum Vehicles with a locking rear axle can problem exists with the system. vehicle ride. give more traction on snow, mud, If the problem does not clear itself Autoride also interact with the tow/...
Page 311: Cruise Control
Driving and Operating 9-47 This type of level control is fully Cruise Control If the vehicle has StabiliTrak and the automatic and will provide a better system begins to limit wheel spin, leveled riding position as well as cruise control will automatically Warning better handling under a variety of disengage.
Page 312 9-48 Driving and Operating To increase vehicle speed in +RES (Resume/Accelerate): 4. Take your foot off the small amounts, press the +RES Press briefly to make the vehicle accelerator. button. Each time this is done, resume to a previously set speed, Resuming a Set Speed the vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h or press and hold to accelerate.
Page 313: Object Detection Systems
Driving and Operating 9-49 Using Cruise Control on Hills For other forms of Grade Braking, Object Detection How well the cruise control works Systems on hills depends on the vehicle speed, the load, and the steepness Ultrasonic Parking Assist of the hills. When going up steep Ending Cruise Control hills, pressing the accelerator pedal If available, the Ultrasonic Rear...
Page 314 9-50 Driving and Operating 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 315: Side Blind Zone
Driving and Operating 9-51 Other conditions may affect system SBZA Detection Zones Warning performance, such as vibrations from a jackhammer or the SBZA does not alert the driver to compression of air brakes on a very vehicles rapidly approaching large truck. outside of the side blind zones, pedestrians, bicyclists, Side Blind Zone...
Page 316 9-52 Driving and Operating How the System Works detected vehicle, this display will SBZA may not always alert the flash as an extra warning not to driver to vehicles in the side blind The SBZA symbol lights up in the change lanes.
Page 317: Rear Vision
Driving and Operating 9-53 When SBZA is disabled for any Turning the RVC System On or Off Warning (Continued) reason other than the driver turning To turn off the RVC system, press it off, the Side Blind Zone Alert ON actual distances.
Page 318 9-54 Driving and Operating Turning the RVC System On or Off The delay that is received after The symbols appear near objects shifting out of R (Reverse) is detected by the URPA system. The To turn the RVC system on or off: approximately 10 seconds.
Page 319 Driving and Operating 9-55 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 320 9-56 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 321: Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-57 Fuel Recommended Fuel gasolines comply with the previously described specification, Use regular unleaded gasoline with Use of the recommended fuel is an then they are acceptable to use. a posted octane rating of 87 or important part of the proper However, E85 and other fuels higher.
Page 322: Gasoline Specifications
9-58 Driving and Operating Gasoline Specifications be affected. The malfunction Fuel Additives indicator lamp could turn on and the At a minimum, gasoline should To keep fuel systems clean, TOP vehicle may not pass a smog-check meet ASTM specification D 4814. TIER Detergent Gasoline is test.
Page 323: Filling The Tank
Driving and Operating 9-59 The use of E85 or FlexFuel is immediately after refueling to allow Filling the Tank encouraged when the vehicle is the vehicle to adapt to the change in designed to use it. E85 or FlexFuel ethanol concentration. Warning is made from renewable sources.
Page 324 9-60 Driving and Operating Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not Warning (Continued) top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished Fuel can spray out if the fuel pumping before removing the cap is opened too quickly.
Page 325: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-61 Filling a Portable Fuel Warning Warning (Continued) Container If a fire starts while you are Place the nozzle inside the fill refueling, do not remove the opening of the container Warning nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by before dispensing fuel, and Filling a portable fuel container shutting off the pump or by...
Page 326: General Towing
9-62 Driving and Operating Do not tow a trailer during the Towing Warning (Continued) first 800 km (500 mi) to prevent damage to the engine, axle, General Towing Fully open the air outlets on or other parts. or under the instrument Information Then during the first 800 km panel.
Page 327 Driving and Operating 9-63 combination moving and then apply Backing Up If the trailer turn signal bulbs burn the trailer brake controller by hand out, the arrows on the instrument Hold the bottom of the steering to be sure the brakes work. cluster will still flash for turns.
Page 328 9-64 Driving and Operating When towing at high altitude on 3. Shift into a gear. Warning (Continued) steep uphill grades, consider the 4. Release the parking brake. following: Engine coolant will boil at the vehicle and the trailer can be 5.
Page 329: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating 9-65 Trailer Towing Pulling a trailer your passengers. So please read improperly can damage the this section carefully before pulling a Do not tow a trailer during break-in. vehicle and result in costly trailer. repairs not covered by the vehicle Weight of the Trailer for more information.
Page 330 9-66 Driving and Operating Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* 1500 Series 2WD Short Wheel Base 5.3L V8 3.08 2 495 kg (5,500 lb) 4 990 kg (11,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.42...
Page 331 Driving and Operating 9-67 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* 1500 Series 4WD Long Wheel Base 5.3L V8 3.08 2 268 kg (5,000 lb) 4 990 kg (11,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.42 2 495 kg (5,500 lb) 5 216 kg (11,500 lb) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.42 3 629 kg (8,000 lb)
Page 332 9-68 Driving and Operating Maximum Tongue Vehicle Series Hitch Type Weight 1500 Weight Carrying 272 kg (600 lb) 1500 Weight Distributing 453 kg (1,000 lb) Do not exceed the maximum proper. If they are not, adjustments allowable tongue weight for the might be made by moving some vehicle.
Page 333: Towing Equipment
Driving and Operating 9-69 Weight of the Trailering Towing Equipment Weight-Distributing Hitch Combination Adjustment Hitches It is important that the combination The correct hitch equipment helps of the tow vehicle and trailer maintain combination control. Most does not exceed any of its weight small-to-medium trailers can be ratings GCWR, GVWR, RGAWR,...
Page 334 9-70 Driving and Operating Safety Chains Trailer Brakes connector can be plugged into a seven-pin universal heavy-duty Always attach chains between the A loaded trailer that weighs more trailer connector available through vehicle and the trailer. Cross the than 900 kg (2,000 lbs) needs to your dealer.
Page 335 Driving and Operating 9-71 White: Ground Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness Electric Brake Control Wiring Package Provisions Light Green: Back-up Lamps Red: Battery Feed* These wiring provisions are included with the vehicle as part of Dark Blue: Trailer Brake* the trailer wiring package. These *The fuses for these two circuits are provisions are for an electric brake installed in the underhood electrical...
Page 336 9-72 Driving and Operating Do not power both ITBC and Tow/Haul is a feature that assists Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul aftermarket controllers to control the when pulling a heavy trailer or a when lightly loaded or with no trailer trailer brakes at the same time.
Page 337 Driving and Operating 9-73 This symbol is located on the Trailer The vehicle may have a Hill Start Warning Brake Control Panel on vehicles Assist (HSA) feature. See with an Integrated Trailer Brake Connecting a trailer that has a Control System. The power output If the vehicle s brake, anti-lock surge, air, or electric-over- to the trailer brakes is based on the...
Page 338 9-74 Driving and Operating Trailer Brake Control Panel Brake Display Page on the DIC to Gain setting. After the Trailer adjust and display power output to Brake Display Page is displayed, the trailer brakes. each press and release of the gain buttons will then cause the Trailer Brake DIC Display Page Trailer Gain setting to change.
Page 339 Driving and Operating 9-75 Press and hold a gain button to The Trailer Output will Manual Trailer Brake Apply cause the Trailer Gain to indicate - - - - - - on the Trailer The Manual Trailer Brake Apply continuously adjust. To turn the Brake Display Page whenever the Lever is located on the Trailer Brake output to the trailer off, adjust the...
Page 340 9-76 Driving and Operating Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure 2. Connect a properly loaded trailer 4. Adjust the Trailer Gain by using to the vehicle and make all the gain adjustment (+ / -) Trailer Gain should be set for a necessary mechanical and buttons on the Trailer Brake specific trailering condition and must...
Page 341 Driving and Operating 9-77 7. Re-adjust Trailer Gain any time CHECK TRAILER WIRING This 2. There is an electrical fault in the vehicle loading, trailer loading or message will be displayed if: wiring to the electric trailer road surface conditions change brakes.
Page 342: Trailer Sway
9-78 Driving and Operating If the CHECK TRAILER WIRING If either the CHECK TRAILER Trailer Sway message only re-appears when WIRING or SERVICE TRAILER Control (TSC) connecting the trailer wiring BRAKE SYSTEM message is harness to the vehicle, the displayed while driving the vehicle, Vehicles with StabiliTrak have a electrical fault is on the power is no longer available to the...
Page 343: Conversions And Add-Ons
Driving and Operating 9-79 Conversions and Adding a Snow Plow or Warning Similar Equipment Add-Ons Even if the vehicle is equipped Before installing a snow plow on the with TSC, trailer sway could result Add-On Electrical vehicle, here are some things you in loss of control and the vehicle need to know: Equipment...
Page 344 9-80 Driving and Operating The snow plow manufacturer Some vehicles are built with a only be able to carry one passenger. or installer can assist in special snow plow prep package, But, even this may be too much if determining the amount of rear called RPO VYU.
Page 345 Driving and Operating 9-81 In order to calculate the amount of For example, adding a 318 kg weight any front accessory, such as (700 lb) snow plow actually adds a snow plow, is adding to the front more than 318 kg (700 lb) to the axle, use the following formula: front axle.
Page 346 9-82 Driving and Operating This has the effect of reducing the The total vehicle reserve capacity Warning (Continued) load on the front. However, the front for the vehicle can be found in GAWR, rear GAWR, and the Gross the lower right corner of the may be less than the front Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Certification/Tire label as shown...
Page 347: General Information
Engine Overheating ..10-19 Overheated Engine Headlamp Aiming ..10-31 Protection Operating Mode ... 10-21 Bulb Replacement .
Page 348 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ....10-61 Tires ......10-41 For service and parts needs, visit Wheel Alignment and Tire All-Season Tires .
Page 349 Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the installation or use of non GM certified parts, including control Most motor vehicles, including this Adding non dealer accessories or module or software modifications, is one, contain and/or emit chemicals making modifications to the vehicle not covered under the terms of the known to the State of California to can affect vehicle performance and...
Page 350 If doing some of your own service Keep a record with all parts receipts work, use the proper service and list the mileage and the date of manual. It tells you much more any service work performed. See about how to service the vehicle than this manual can.
Page 351 3. Push the secondary hood release to the right. To open the hood: 4. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then bring the hood from full open to within 152 mm (6 in) from the closed position, pause, then push the front center of the 1.
Page 353 H. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of View). See Checking Engine To ensure proper engine Oil under B. Coolant Surge Tank and performance and long life, careful Pressure Cap. See attention must be paid to engine oil. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of Following these simple, but View).
Page 354 2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then It is a good idea to check the engine push it back in all the way. oil level at each fuel fill. In order to Remove it again, keeping the tip get an accurate reading, the vehicle down, and check the level.
Page 355 Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause Use and ask for licensed engine oils SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity engine damage not covered by the ® with the dexos1 approved grade for the vehicle. Do not use vehicle warranty.
Page 356 possible that, if driving under the best conditions, the oil life system might indicate that an oil change is Reset the system whenever the not necessary for up to a year. The This vehicle has a computer system engine oil is changed so that the engine oil and filter must be that indicates when to change the system can calculate the next...
Page 357 On all vehicles, the Engine Oil Life Change the fluid and filter at the System can be reset as follows: scheduled maintenance intervals listed in 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with . Be sure to use the the engine off. transmission fluid listed in 2.
Page 358 2. Apply the parking brake and place the shift lever in P (Park). for more Use this procedure only as a information. 3. With your foot on the brake reference to determine if the transmission has enough fluid to be pedal, move the shift lever 2.
Page 359 band. It does not take much so it is important to ensure the 4. Check both sides of the dipstick fluid, generally less than 0.5 L transmission temperature is within and read the lower level. Repeat (1 pt). Do not overfill. range.
Page 360 6. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way, then To inspect the air cleaner/filter, flip the handle down to lock the remove the engine air cleaner/filter dipstick in place. from the vehicle by following Steps 1 through 6.
Page 361 Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires. Use caution when working on the engine and do not 3.
Page 362 The cooling system in the vehicle is Heater and radiator hoses, and mixture, the engine could get too filled with DEX-COOL engine other engine parts, can be very hot but you would not get the coolant. This coolant is designed to hot.
Page 363 Helps keep the proper engine temperature. The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. Check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down.
Page 364 2. Keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it. cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool. You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. If no coolant is visible in the surge Coolant contains ethylene glycol tank, add coolant as follows: and it will burn if the engine parts...
Page 365 6. Verify coolant level after engine If the decision is made not to lift the is shut off and the coolant is hood when this warning appears, cold. If necessary, repeat coolant but instead get service help right fill procedure Steps 1 6. away.
Page 366 Idles for long periods in traffic. Tows a trailer. See If the overheat warning is displayed with no sign of steam: for information on Steam from an overheated engine driving to a safe place in an 1. Turn the air conditioning off. can burn you badly, even if you emergency.
Page 367 If the warning continues, pull over, distances and/or towing a trailer in properly. The fans will change to low stop, and park the vehicle the overheat protection mode speed when additional cooling is no right away. should be avoided. longer required. If there is no sign of steam, idle the engine for three minutes while parked.
Page 368 displays, washer fluid will need to be added to the windshield washer fluid reservoir. To check the power steering fluid: 1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down. 2. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean.
Page 369 Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will See your dealer if the brake pedal not work well. That could lead to does not return to normal height, a crash.
Page 370: Maintenance Schedule
If this is not done, the brakes might There are only two reasons why the not work properly. For example, brake fluid level in the reservoir installing disc brake pads that are might go down: If too much brake fluid is added, it wrong for the vehicle, can change The brake fluid level goes down can spill on the engine and burn,...
Page 371 Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir. With the wrong kind of fluid in the brake hydraulic system, the Refer to the replacement number on brakes might not work well.
Page 372 To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of Batteries have acid that can burn the fill plug (A) hole, some lubricant Refer to you and gas that can explode. will need to be added.
Page 373 Refer to determine what kind of lubricant It is not necessary to regularly to use. check front axle fluid unless a leak is suspected, or an unusual noise is heard. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired.
Page 374: Services
Also, if a vehicle has just been driven before checking the fluid level, it may appear lower than normal because fluid has traveled out along the axle tubes and has When you are doing this not drained back to the sump area. inspection, the vehicle could Therefore, a reading taken move suddenly.
Page 375 3. With the engine off, turn the ignition on, but do not start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of P (Park) with normal effort. If the shift lever When you are doing this check, moves out of P (Park), contact the vehicle could begin to move.
Page 376 To check the P (Park) mechanism's holding ability: 1. Lift the wiper blade assembly up With the engine running, shift to and out of the park rest position. P (Park). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Contact your dealer if service is 2.
Page 377 Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected. For any bulb changing procedure If adjustment to the headlamps is not listed in this section, contact 4.
Page 378 4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp assembly. 5. Pull the old bulb straight out from the bulb socket. 6. Press a new bulb into the bulb socket and install the socket into the taillamp assembly by turning it clockwise.
Page 379 3. Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and install the new bulb. The vehicle has fuses and circuit 5. Reverse Steps 1 3 to reinstall breakers to protect against an the license plate lamp.
Page 380 An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off, or in The wiring circuits in the vehicle are some cases to remain off. Have the protected from short circuits by a headlamp wiring checked right away combination of fuses, circuit if the lamps go on and off or breakers, and fusible thermal links.
Page 382 The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and Fuel Injectors, Ignition Engine Control Module features shown. (Battery) Coils (Left Side) Fuel Injectors, Ignition Trailer Parking Lamps Right Trailer Stop/ Coils (Right Side) Turn Lamp Driver Side Parking Transmission Control Lamps Electronic Stability...
Page 383 Auxiliary Climate Windshield Wiper Control (Ignition) Cooling Fan 1 SEO B2 Upfitter Usage (Battery) Center High-Mounted Automatic Level Stoplamp (CHMSL) Control Compressor Electric Adjustable Pedals Rear Defogger Heavy Duty Antilock Braking System Climate Controls Heated Mirrors (Battery) Cooling Fan 2 SEO B1 Upfitter Usage Airbag System (Battery)
Page 384 Front Fog Lamps Stud 1 (Trailer LAMP Connector Battery Air Conditioning Power) CMPRSR Compressor Mid-Bussed Electrical STRTR Starter Center 1 PWR/TRN Powertrain Climate Control FUEL Fuel Pump Blower Power Liftgate Module Parking Lamps LAMP Left Bussed Electrical Center 2 REAR Rear Defogger DEFOG The instrument panel fuse block...
Page 385 Driver Side Turn Signal, Stoplamp Instrument Panel Back Lighting Passenger Side Turn Signal, Stoplamp Passenger Door Module, Driver Unlock Power Door Lock 2 (Unlock Feature) Power Door Lock 2 (Lock Feature) Stoplamps, Center High Mounted The vehicle may not be equipped Stoplamp with all of the fuses, relays, and Rear Climate Controls...
Page 386 Interior Lamps LT DR Driver Side Power Power Door Lock 1 Window Circuit (Unlock Feature) Breaker Rear Seat Entertainment Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist, Power Driver Door Liftgate LT DR Harness Connection Power Door Lock 1 (Lock Feature) BODY Harness Connector Driver Information BODY Harness Connector...
Page 387 HEADLINER 3 Headliner Passenger Side Harness Power Window Circuit Every new GM vehicle has Connector 3 Breaker high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. See HEADLINER 2 Headliner Passenger Seat Harness Circuit Breaker the warranty manual for Connector 2 information regarding the tire Driver Seat Circuit warranty and where to get...
Page 388 Poorly maintained and Overinflated tires are more center should repair, replace, dismount, and improperly used tires are likely to be cut, punctured, dangerous. or broken by a sudden mount the tires. impact such as when Overloading the tires can Do not spin the tires in hitting a pothole.
Page 389 have a TPC specification code availability and proper tire selection. molded onto the sidewall. Original Also, see equipment all-season tires can be identified by the last two characters With winter tires, there may be of this TPC code, which will decreased dry road traction, be MS.
Page 390 This vehicle may come with high This vehicle may have All-Terrain performance summer tires. These Tires. These tires provide good tires have a special tread and performance on most road surfaces, compound that are optimized for weather conditions, and for off-road maximum dry and wet road driving.
Page 391 The type The last four of cord and number of plies in Original digits of the TIN indicate the the sidewall and under the tread. equipment tires designed to tire manufactured date. The first GM's specific tire performance two digits represent the week Tire criteria have a TPC specification (01-52) and the last two digits,...
Page 392 Original Department of Transportation equipment tires designed to (DOT) code indicates that GM's specific tire performance the tire is in compliance criteria have a TPC specification with the U.S. Department of code molded onto the sidewall. Transportation Motor Vehicle GM's TPC specifications meet Safety Standards.
Page 393 The three digit The letters and numbers number indicates the tire section following the DOT code are width in millimeters from the Tire Identification Number sidewall to sidewall. The examples show a typical (TIN). The TIN shows the passenger vehicle and light A two digit manufacturer and plant code, truck tire size.
Page 394 These The three digit Diameter of characters represent the load number indicates the tire section the wheel in inches. index and speed rating of the width in millimeters from Load Range. tire. The load index represents sidewall to sidewall. the load carrying capacity a tire A two digit service description indicates the is certified to carry.
Page 395 identify the tire manufacturer, combined weight of optional amount of air pressure in a tire, production plant, brand, and accessories. Some examples measured in kPa (kilopascal) date of production. of optional accessories are or psi (pounds per square inch) Gross Vehicle Weight automatic transmission, power before a tire has built up heat Rating.
Page 396 tire used on light duty trucks and number of occupants a vehicle Vehicle some multipurpose passenger is designed to seat multiplied by manufacturer's recommended vehicles. 68 kg (150 lb). See tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard. See An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load...
Page 397 The friction between The ratings are molded into the the tire and the road surface. sidewall of the tire. See Tires need the correct amount of The amount of grip provided. air pressure to operate The portion of a tire that effectively.
Page 398 pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label, no Check the tires once a month further adjustment is necessary. or more. If the inflation pressure is low, The Tire and Loading Do not forget the spare tire, add air until the recommended Information label on the vehicle if the vehicle has one.
Page 399 Each tire, including the spare (if lead to tire failure. Under-inflation When the malfunction indicator is provided), should be checked also reduces fuel efficiency and tire illuminated, the system may not be monthly when cold and inflated to tread life, and may affect the able to detect or signal low tire the inflation pressure recommended vehicle's handling and stopping...
Page 400 If the warning light comes on, stop A Tire and Loading Information label as soon as possible and inflate the shows the size of the original tires to the recommended pressure equipment tires and the correct shown on the Tire and Loading inflation pressure for the tires when This vehicle may have a Tire Information label.
Page 401 The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or process was not done or not being near facilities using radio completed successfully after wave frequencies similar to the The TPMS will not function properly rotating the tires. The TPMS could cause the TPMS if one or more of the TPMS sensors malfunction light and the DIC sensors to malfunction.
Page 402 The malfunction light and the DIC 3. Press the Remote Keyless Entry 8. Proceed to the driver side rear message should go off at the next tire, and repeat the procedure in (RKE) transmitter's ignition cycle. The sensors are Step 5. The horn sounds two buttons at the same time for matched to the tire/wheel positions, times to indicate the sensor...
Page 403 Replace the tire if: The indicators at three or Tires should be rotated every more places around the tire 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See can be seen. There is cord or fabric showing through the tire's Tires are rotated to achieve a rubber.
Page 404 Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor Lightly coat the center of the System. See wheel hub with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust build-up. Do not get Check that all wheel nuts are grease on the flat wheel properly tightened.
Page 405 The rubber in tires ages over time. slow aging. This area should be free GM's exclusive TPC Spec This also applies to the spare tire, of grease, gasoline or other system considers over a if the vehicle has one, even if it is substances that can deteriorate dozen critical specifications that never used.
Page 406 If proper rotation and maintenance have been done, all four tires should wear out at Mixing tires of different sizes, Using bias-ply tires on the about the same time. See brands, or types may cause vehicle may cause the wheel loss of control of the vehicle, rim flanges to develop cracks information on proper tire...
Page 407: Wheels And Tires
The Tire and Loading Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the If different sized wheels are used, Quality grades can be found vehicle. See there may not be an acceptable where applicable on the tire for the label level of performance and safety if sidewall between tread shoulder location and more information...
Page 408 The Uniform Tire Quality controlled conditions on Grading (UTQG) system does specified government test The treadwear grade is a not apply to deep tread, winter surfaces of asphalt and comparative rating based on the tires, compact spare tires, tires concrete. A tire marked C may wear rate of the tire when tested with nominal rim diameters of have poor traction performance.
Page 409 lead to sudden tire failure. The are not necessary on a regular Each new wheel should have the basis. Consider an alignment check same load-carrying capacity, grade C corresponds to a level if there is unusual tire wear or the diameter, width, offset, and be of performance which all vehicle is significantly pulling to one...
Page 410 If traction devices are used, install them on the rear tires. If the vehicle has P265/65R18 or P275/55R20 size tires, do not use tire chains. There is not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension, or other vehicle parts.
Page 411 It is unusual for a tire to blowout Driving on a flat tire will cause Lifting a vehicle and getting while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire. under it to do maintenance or are maintained properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to Re-inflating a tire after it has repairs is dangerous without the...
Page 412 6. Place wheel blocks on both Changing a tire can be sides of the tire at the dangerous. The vehicle can slip The equipment needed to change a opposite corner of the tire off the jack and roll over or fall flat tire is stored under the storage being changed.
Page 413 Use the following tools: To access the spare tire, refer to the following graphics and instructions: A. Jack Knob B. Wing Nut Retaining the Tool Bag C. Wing Nut Retaining the Wheel Blocks A. Jack 2. Turn the wing nut retaining the A.
Page 414 Hoist End of Extension Tool If the spare tire does not lower to the ground, the secondary latch K. Spare Tire Lock is engaged causing the tire not 1. Open the hoist shaft access to lower. See door (C) on the bumper to for more access the spare tire lock (K).
Page 415 7. Tilt the tire toward the vehicle Once the retainer is separated 2. If the vehicle has a center cap with some slack in the cable to from the guide pin, tilt the that covers the wheel fasteners, access the tire/wheel retainer. retainer and pull it through the place the chisel end of the wheel Separate the retainer from the...
Page 416 A. Front Position B. Rear Position 3. Use the wheel wrench to loosen If the flat tire is 4. Position the jack under the all the wheel nuts. Turn the on a front tire of the vehicle, use vehicle, as shown. wheel wrench counterclockwise the jack handle and only one to loosen the wheel nuts.
Page 417 Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted on a jack is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. If the flat tire is 5.
Page 418 10. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle. Lower the jack an emergency, a cloth or a paper completely. towel can be used; however, use 11. Tighten the nuts firmly in a a scraper or wire brush later to crisscross sequence as shown remove all rust or dirt.
Page 419 When reinstalling the regular wheel and tire, also reinstall either the center cap or the bolt-on hub cap, Wheel nuts that are improperly or depending on which one the incorrectly tightened can cause vehicle has. the wheels to become loose or Storing a jack, a tire, or other For center caps, line up the tab come off.
Page 420 Store the tire under the rear of the H. Spare Tire/Flat Tire (Valve Stem Make sure the retainer is fully vehicle in the spare tire carrier. Pointed Down) seated across the underside of Refer to the following graphics and the wheel. Hoist Shaft Access Hole instructions to help you: Hoist End of Extension Tool...
Page 421 To store the tools, do the following: 4. Insert the open end of the extension (J) through the hole in the rear bumper (I) (hoist shaft access hole). 7. Make sure the tire is stored 5. Raise the tire part way upward. securely.
Page 422 2. Assemble wheel blocks (A) and jack (E) together with the This vehicle has an wing nut (F). underbody-mounted tire hoist 3. Position the jack (E) and wheel assembly equipped with a blocks (A) in the driver side trim secondary latch system. It is panel over the wheelhouse.
Page 423 To release the spare tire from the 3. Loosen the cable by turning the secondary latch: wrench counterclockwise three or four turns. 4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. If the spare tire lowers to the ground, continue with Step 5 under Removing the Spare Tire and Tools under 5.
Page 424 10. Turn the wrench clockwise to 13. Disconnect the jack handle raise the jack until it lifts the from the jack and carefully end fitting. remove the jack. Use one hand to push against the spare while 11. Continue raising the jack until firmly pulling the jack out from the spare tire stops moving under the spare tire with the...
Page 425 To continue changing the flat tire, After installing the spare tire on your see Removing the Flat Tire and vehicle, you should stop as soon as Installing the Spare Tire under possible and make sure the spare tire is correctly inflated. Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced as soon as you can and installed back onto your vehicle.
Page 426 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, For more information about the but be sure the vehicles are vehicle battery, see not touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you do not want. You If the vehicle's battery (or batteries) would not be able to start your has run down, you may want to use...
Page 427: Jump Starting
4. Open the hood on the other vehicle and locate the positive (+) and negative ( ) terminal locations on that vehicle. Your vehicle has a remote positive (+) jump starting terminal and a remote negative ( ) jump starting 3.
Page 428 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could An electric fan can start up even add water to take care of that get a shock. The vehicles could when the engine is not running first.
Page 429 8. Now connect the black 10. Now start the vehicle with the negative ( ) cable to the good battery and run the negative ( ) terminal of the engine for a while. good battery. Use a remote 11. Try to start the vehicle that had negative ( ) terminal if the the dead battery.
Page 430 To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the vehicle that had the bad battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3.
Page 431: Towing The Vehicle
To tow the vehicle behind another Here are some important things to vehicle for recreational purposes, consider before recreational vehicle such as behind a motor home, see towing: Recreational Vehicle Towing What is the towing capacity of following. the towing vehicle? Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer's recommendations.
Page 432 Two-wheel-drive vehicles and 3. Securely attach the vehicle four-wheel drive vehicles with a being towed to the tow vehicle. single speed automatic transfer case should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground. Two-wheel-drive transmissions have Shifting a four-wheel-drive no provisions for internal lubrication vehicle's transfer case into while being towed.
Page 433 5. Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle. 6. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF Two-wheel-drive vehicles and and remove the key four-wheel drive vehicles with a steering wheel will still turn. single speed automatic transfer case should not be towed with the After towing, see Shifting Out of...
Page 434 3. Shift the transmission to 6. Shift the transfer case to P (Park). N (Neutral). See 4. Firmly set the parking brake. Shifting a four-wheel-drive 7. Secure the vehicle to the dolly vehicle's transfer case into following the manufacturer's N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle instructions.
Page 435 3. Firmly set the parking brake. Use the following procedure to dolly 4. Put the transmission in P (Park). tow a four-wheel drive vehicle from 5. Secure the vehicle to the dolly the rear: following the manufacturer's 1. Attach the dolly to the tow instructions.
Page 436 Shifting a four-wheel-drive vehicle's transfer case into N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is Locks are lubricated at the factory. in P (Park). The driver or others Use a de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, and have the could be injured.
Page 437 repaired. Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree Use only lukewarm or cold water, a sap, bird droppings, chemicals from soft cloth, and a car washing soap industrial chimneys, etc., can to clean exterior lamps, lenses and damage the vehicle's finish if they emblems.
Page 438 Apply silicone grease on weatherstrips to make them last Use a soft, clean cloth with mild longer, seal better, and not stick or soap and water to clean the wheels. squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips After rinsing thoroughly with clean once a year. Black marks from water, dry with a soft, clean towel.
Page 439 corrosion. Larger areas of finish hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect damage can be corrected in your repellent from all interior surfaces or Use plain water to flush dirt and dealer's body and paint shop. permanent damage may result. debris from the vehicle's underbody. Your dealer may have products for Your dealer or an underbody car cleaning the interior.
Page 440 To prevent damage, do not clean the interior using the following To clean, use a terry cloth fabric Coated moldings should be cleaned. cleaners or techniques: dampened with water. Wipe droplets When lightly soiled, wipe with a Never use a razor or any other left behind with a clean dry cloth.
Page 441 To clean: 5. If the soil is not completely removed, use a mild soap 1. Saturate a clean lint-free solution followed only by club colorfast cloth with water or soda or plain water. club soda. Microfiber cloth is For vehicles with high gloss recommended to prevent lint If the soil is not completely surfaces or vehicle displays, use a...
Page 442 Do not use cleaners that increase gloss, especially on the instrument panel. Reflected glare can decrease Wash with warm water and mild visibility through the windshield detergent. Do not use chlorine Use a soft microfiber cloth under certain conditions. bleach. Rinse with cold water, and dampened with water to remove then dry completely.
Page 443 Use the floor mat with the Use the following guidelines for correct side up. Do not turn proper floor mat usage. it over. The original equipment floor Do not place anything on top of mats were designed for the the driver side floor mat. If a floor mat is the wrong size or vehicle.
Page 467: Vehicle Data
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... 13-13...
Page 468 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 469 Two, General Motors of Canada assistance. However, if a customer eligibility in the Canadian Motor Limited wants you to be aware wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), of its participation in a no-charge the letter should be addressed to: call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call Mediation/Arbitration Program.
Page 470 Assistance Center. Any TTY user View in the U.S. can communicate printable dealer-recorded service General Motors of Canada Limited with Chevrolet by dialing: records and self-recorded service Customer Care Centre, 1-800-833-2438. TTY users in records. Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.
Page 471 General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE Take a trip to the Chevrolet Owner (463-7483) for details. TTY users Centre: call 1-800-263-3830. Chat live with online help representatives. Use the Vehicle Tools section.
Page 472 Model, year, color, and license Service to Chevrolet and General Motors of plate number of the vehicle. 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...
Page 473 If the vehicle cannot be scheduled assistance cannot be provided into the service department right away, the Roadside immediately, keep driving it until it Reimbursement Assistance advisor may can be scheduled for service, is approximately $5 Canadian. give permission to get local unless, of course, the problem is Diesel fuel delivery may be emergency road service.
Page 474: Agreements
Several Courtesy Transportation your destination with minimal options are available to assist in interruption of your daily schedule. Your dealer may arrange to provide reducing inconvenience when This includes one-way or round-trip you with a courtesy rental vehicle or warranty repairs are required. shuttle service within reasonable reimburse you for a rental vehicle time and distance parameters of...
Page 475 parts. Poorly performed collision A recycled original equipment GM repairs diminish the vehicle resale part may be an acceptable choice to value, and safety performance can maintain the vehicle's originally All program options, such as shuttle be compromised in subsequent designed appearance and safety service, may not be available at collisions.
Page 476 recommend that you ensure that the Give only the necessary information vehicle will be repaired with GM to police and other parties involved GM also recommends that you original equipment collision parts. in the crash. choose a collision repair facility that If such insurance coverage is not For emergency towing see meets your needs before you ever...
Page 477 Choose a reputable repair facility Insurance pays the bill for the repair, that uses quality replacement parts. but you must live with the repair. See Collision Parts earlier in this Depending on your policy limits, section. your insurance company may initially value the repair using If the airbag has inflated, see Service Manuals have the diagnosis...
Page 478 Owner publications are written Technical Service Bulletins and specifically for owners and intended Manuals are available for current to provide basic operational and past model GM vehicles. information about the vehicle. ORDER TOLL FREE: The Owner Manual includes the 1-800-551-4123 Monday Friday Maintenance Schedule for all 8:00 AM...
Page 479 Vehicle Safety Hotline defect, notify Transport Canada Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 immediately, and notify General Chevrolet Motor Division (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Motors of Canada Limited. Chevrolet Customer Assistance Call Transport Canada at Center...
Page 480 These data can help provide a better understanding of the This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are main purpose of an EDR is to recorded by your vehicle only if a record, in certain crash or near non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
Page 481 GM will not access this data or speed of the vehicle. Refer to the GM vehicles does not use or record share it with others except: with the OnStar Terms and Conditions and personal information or link with any consent of the vehicle owner or, Privacy Statement on the OnStar other GM system containing if the vehicle is leased, with the...
Page 491: Appearance Care
Airbag System (cont'd) Armrest Storage ....4-1 What Will You See after an Assistance Program, Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ... . .3-32 Roadside .
Page 492 Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Cautions, Danger, and Headlamps ....10-31 Warnings ......iv Battery .
Page 493: Customer Information
Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Cruise Control ....9-47 Distracted Driving ....9-2 Air Conditioning .
Page 494 Dual Automatic Climate Engine (cont'd) Coolant ..... 10-16 Control System ....8-4 Coolant Temperature Engine .
Page 495 Four-Wheel Fuses General Information Drive ... . 10-26, 9-34, 9-38 Engine Compartment Service and Maintenance ..11-1 Front Axle ....10-27 Fuse Block .
Page 496: Introduction
Heated Mirrors ....2-18 LATCH System Heater Replacing Parts after a Jump Starting ....10-80 Engine .
Page 497: Maintenance Records
Lights (cont'd) Messages (cont'd) Lamp ......5-39 Safety Belt Reminders ..5-16 Maintenance Security .
Page 498 Older Children, Restraints ..3-40 Online Owner Center ..13-4 Navigation Park ® OnStar ® OnStar ..... .14-2 Shifting Into .
Page 499: Reporting Safety Defects
Power (cont'd) Reading Lamps ....6-8 Recreational Vehicle Seat Adjustment ....3-3 Rear Axle .
Page 500: Roof Rack System
Ride Control Systems Safety Defects Reporting Security Messages ....5-40 Canadian Government ..13-13 Light ......5-24 Roads General Motors .
Page 501 Signals, Turn and Storage Areas Tires Lane-Change ....6-5 Armrest ......4-1 All-Terrain .
Page 502 Tires (cont'd) Transmission Wheel Replacement ..10-63 Automatic .....9-29 Vehicle When It Is Time for New Fluid, Automatic .
Page 503 Windshield Wiper/Washer ....5-4 Warning Winter Brake System Light ...5-21 Driving ......9-12 Warning Lights, Gauges, Winter Tires .

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