Page 1: Table Of Contents
2012 GMC Sierra Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Safety Belts ....3-12 Infotainment System .
Page 2 2012 GMC Sierra Owner Manual Ride Control Systems ..9-55 Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1 Customer Information ..13-1 Cruise Control ....9-58 General Information .
Page 4: Index
Introduction Using this Manual Symbols WARNING To quickly locate information The vehicle has components and These mean there is something about the vehicle, use the Index in labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other the back of the manual. It is an text.
Page 5: Onstar
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Cruise Control : Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors Here are some additional symbols : Engine Coolant Temperature that may be found on the vehicle : Power : Exterior Lamps and what they mean. For more : Remote Vehicle Start information on the symbol, refer to : Fog Lamps the Index.
Page 6 Introduction NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 7: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Safety Belts ....1-16 Navigation System ... 1-30 Passenger Sensing Driver Information System .
Page 8: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel (Base/Uplevel Version) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 9: Information
In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 10. Range Selection Mode (Allison M. Parking Brake on page 9 54. ® Transmission and Hydra-Matic B. Turn and Lane Change Lever. N. Dome Lamps on page 6 8. 6 Speed Button) (If Equipped). See Turn and Lane-Change Fog Lamps on page 6 6 See Manual Mode on...
Page 10 In Brief ® U. StabiliTrak System on V. Power Outlets on page 5 9. X. Power Take Off (PTO) Control page 9 55 (If Equipped). (If Equipped). See Power Take W. Climate Control Systems (with Off (PTO) in the Duramax diesel Ultrasonic Parking Assist on Air Conditioning) on page 8 1 or supplement.
Page 11 In Brief NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 12 In Brief Instrument Panel (Premium Version) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 13 In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 10. H. Infotainment on page 7 1. Q. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5 2. B. Turn and Lane Change Lever. Exterior Lamp Controls on See Turn and Lane-Change page 6 1. R.
Page 14: Initial Drive Information
In Brief ® V. StabiliTrak System on Initial Drive page 9 55 (If Equipped). Information Pedal Adjust Button (If Equipped). See Adjustable This section provides a brief Throttle and Brake Pedal on overview about some of the page 9 25. important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.
Page 15: Door Locks
In Brief See Keys on page 2 2 and Remote The engine will continue to run for Door Locks Keyless Entry (RKE) System 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a There are several ways to lock and Operation on page 2 3. 10-minute time extension.
Page 16 1-10 In Brief Power Door Locks Windows Manual Windows Turn the hand crank on each door to manually raise or lower the manual windows. Power Windows Base Trim Crew Cab Premium Trim Shown, For vehicles with power door locks: Up-Level Similar : Press to lock the doors.
Page 17 In Brief 1-11 is in ON/RUN or ACC/ Power Sliding Rear Window Seat Adjustment ACCESSORY, or Retained Manual Seats Accessory Power (RAP). See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9 29. Press the switch to lower the window. Pull the switch up to raise it.
Page 18 1-12 In Brief If available, raise or lower the Power Seats Power Lumbar entire seat by moving the entire control up or down. See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3 4. Lumbar Adjustment Manual Lumbar To adjust the power lumbar support, To adjust a power seat, if equipped: if equipped: Move the seat forward or...
Page 19 In Brief 1-13 On vehicles with four-way Reclining Seatbacks To return the seatback to the upright lumbar, press and hold the front position: Manual Reclining Seatbacks or rear of the control to increase 1. Lift the lever fully without or decrease lumbar support. To applying pressure to the raise or lower the height of the seatback, and the seatback will...
Page 20: Memory Features
1-14 In Brief Power Reclining Seatbacks Memory Features Storing Memory Positions To save into memory: 1. Adjust the driver seat and seatback recliner, both outside mirrors, and the throttle and brake pedals, if equipped. See Power Mirrors on page 2 15 and Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9 25.
Page 21: Heated And Ventilated Seats
In Brief 1-15 See Memory Seats on page 3 7 and Heated and Ventilated : Press to heat the seat and Vehicle Personalization (With DIC seatback. Seats Buttons) on page 5 48. Press the button once for the Easy Exit Driver Seat highest setting.
Page 22: Passenger Sensing System
1-16 In Brief Safety Belts Passenger Sensing System The passenger sensing system, if equipped, turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other United States airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. If the vehicle has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the...
Page 23 In Brief 1-17 Exterior Mirrors 3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the Power Mirrors area behind it can be seen. 4. Press either (A) or (B) again to deselect the mirror. See Power Mirrors on page 2 15. If the vehicle has power folding mirrors: 1.
Page 24 1-18 In Brief See Power Mirrors on page 2 15. Trailer-Tow Mirrors Park Tilt Mirrors Keep the selector switch in the If the vehicle has towing mirrors, If the vehicle has the memory center position when not adjusting they can be adjusted for a clearer package, the exterior mirrors tilt either outside mirror.
Page 25 In Brief 1-19 Manual Rearview Mirror Steering Wheel Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Adjustment For vehicles with a manual rearview mirror, push the tab forward for Throttle and Brake Pedal daytime use and pull it for nighttime Adjustment use to avoid glare from the headlamps from behind.
Page 26 1-20 In Brief Interior Lighting Dome Lamp Override Reading Lamps The dome lamp override button is For vehicles with reading lamps in Dome Lamps located next to the exterior lamps the overhead console, press the The dome lamps are located in the control.
Page 27 In Brief 1-21 Exterior Lighting For vehicles first sold in Canada, Windshield Wiper/Washer the off position will only work when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). AUTO: Automatically turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, taillamps, instrument panel lights, and license plate lamps. : Turns on the parking lamps, taillamps, instrument panel lights, The front wiper control is located on...
Page 28 1-22 In Brief Climate Controls : Slow wipes. : Fast wipes. These systems control the heating, cooling, and ventilation. : Push the paddle at the top of Climate Control System (With Air Conditioning) the lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield.
Page 29 In Brief 1-23 Climate Control System (With Heater Only) A. Fan Control See Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) on page 8 1 or B. Temperature Control Climate Control Systems (with C. Air Delivery Mode Control Heater Only) on page 8 4. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 30 1-24 In Brief Dual Automatic Climate Control System Transmission Range Selection Mode The Range Selection Mode switch, if equipped, is located on the shift lever. To enable the Range Selection feature: A. Driver and Passenger H. Display Temperature Controls 1. Move the column shift lever to Power Button the M (Manual) position.
Page 31 In Brief 1-25 2. Press the plus/minus buttons, Manual Transfer Case Electronic Transfer Case located on the steering column shift lever, to select the desired range of gears for current driving conditions. See Manual Mode on page 9 38. While using Range Selection Mode, cruise control and the Tow/Haul mode can be used.
Page 32 1-26 In Brief Automatic Transfer Case N (Neutral): Shift the transfer case 2 (Two-Wheel-Drive High): This to Neutral only when towing the setting is used for driving in most vehicle. See Recreational Vehicle street and highway situations. Towing on page 10 93 or Trailer AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Towing on page 9 78.
Page 33: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1-27 Vehicle Features SEEK or SEEK: Seek or scan stations. Radio(s) : Press to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time. While the ignition is off, press this button to display the time. Press to display additional text information related to the current FM-RDS or XM station;...
Page 34: Portable Audio Devices
1-28 In Brief Storing Radio Stations 3. Press the softkey located under A fee is required to receive the any one of the labels to be XM service. A maximum of 36 stations can be changed. For more information, refer to: stored as favorites using the six 4.
Page 35 In Brief 1-29 ® Bluetooth Steering Wheel Controls : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn For vehicles with a Bluetooth the sound on. Press and hold longer system, it allows users with a than two seconds to interact with Bluetooth enabled cell phone to ®...
Page 36: Cruise Control
1-30 In Brief Cruise Control Driver Information : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set Center (DIC) speed from memory. The DIC display is located at the See Cruise Control on page 9 58. bottom of the instrument panel cluster.
Page 37 In Brief 1-31 Rear Vision : Press to display the : Press to set or reset certain odometer, trip odometer, fuel range, functions and to turn off or Camera (RVC) average economy, fuel used, timer, acknowledge messages on the DIC. If available, the RVC displays a instantaneous economy and Active For more information, see Driver...
Page 38 1-32 In Brief Keep the sensors on the vehicle's The accessory power outlets are This system provides a way to rear bumper clean to ensure proper powered, even when the ignition is replace up to three remote control operation. in LOCK/OFF. Continuing to use transmitters used to activate power outlets while the ignition is in devices such as garage door...
Page 39 In Brief 1-33 Sunroof Vent: From the closed position, Close: From the vent, or open press and hold the rear of the switch position, press and hold the front of Extended Cab to vent the sunroof. To close the the switch to close the sunroof. sunroof, press and hold the front of The sunroof also has a roller the switch.
Page 40 1-34 In Brief Crew Cab Vent: From the closed position, When the sunroof is opened, an air press the rear of the passenger side deflector will automatically raise. switch (B) to vent the sunroof. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed.
Page 41: Performance And Maintenance
In Brief 1-35 Performance and Press and release again to During cooler conditions, the low tire pressure warning light may appear turn on both systems. Maintenance when the vehicle is first started and For more information, see then turn off. This may be an early ®...
Page 42: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
1-36 In Brief When road and weather Resetting the Oil Life System See Engine Oil Life System on conditions are appropriate, use page 10 10. To reset the Engine Oil Life System cruise control. on most vehicles: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) Always follow posted speed 1.
Page 43: Onstar Overview
In Brief 1-37 ® As the owner of a new GMC, you Online Owner Center (U.S. and OnStar Canada) are automatically enrolled in the If equipped, this vehicle has a Roadside Assistance program. The Online Owner Center is a comprehensive, in-vehicle system See Roadside Assistance Program complimentary service that includes that can connect to a live Advisor...
Page 44 1-38 In Brief NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 45: Keys, Doors, And Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Doors Interior Mirrors Rear Doors Manual Rearview Mirror ..2-18 Windows (Extended Cab) ....2-9 Automatic Dimming Rearview Tailgate .
Page 46: Keys And Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks If the keys get locked in the vehicle, it may have to be damaged to get them out. Always Keys carry a spare key. If you are locked out of the vehicle, WARNING call the Roadside Assistance Center.
Page 47: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows If there is a decrease in the RKE when is pressed again within operating range: three seconds. See Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) Check the distance. The on page 5 48 for additional transmitter may be too far from information.
Page 48 Keys, Doors, and Windows When the replacement transmitter Pressing on the RKE transmitter is programmed to this vehicle, all disarms the content theft deterrent remaining transmitters must also be system. See Anti-theft Alarm reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen System on page 2 11. transmitters will no longer work (Vehicle Locator/Panic once the new transmitter is...
Page 49 Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Insert the new battery, positive During a remote start, if the vehicle If the vehicle has the remote start side facing down. Replace with a has an automatic climate control feature, the RKE transmitter CR2032 or equivalent battery. system and heated seats, the functions will have an increased heated seats will turn on during...
Page 50 Keys, Doors, and Windows When the vehicle starts, the The vehicle can be remote started The vehicle cannot be remote parking lamps will turn on and two separate times between driving started if the key is in the ignition, remain on while the vehicle is sequences.
Page 51 Keys, Doors, and Windows Door Locks There are several ways to lock and WARNING (Continued) unlock the vehicle. From outside, use the Remote WARNING Young children who get into Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or unlocked vehicles may be Unlocked doors can be the key in the driver door.
Page 52: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks Pressing the power lock switch twice will override the delayed locking feature and immediately lock all the doors. This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition. This feature can be programmed using the Driver Information Center (DIC).
Page 53: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Lockout Protection Doors If the driver side power door lock Rear Doors switch is pressed when the driver door is open and the key is in the (Extended Cab) ignition, all of the doors will lock and then the driver door will unlock.
Page 54 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows The rear access door must be Tailgate Open the tailgate by lifting up closed before the front door can on its handle while pulling the close. tailgate down. WARNING To shut the tailgate, firmly push it It is extremely dangerous to ride upward until it latches.
Page 55: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 To remove the tailgate: 2. With the tailgate about halfway Vehicle Security open, lift the right edge of the This vehicle has theft-deterrent tailgate from the lower pivot. features; however, they do not make On vehicles with the tailgate it impossible to steal.
Page 56 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the delayed locking feature is It activates only if you use the 3. Close the door and wait for the active, the alarm will not be power door lock switch or the RKE security light to go out. activated until all doors are transmitter.
Page 57: Immobilizer Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Immobilizer Operation vehicle will be discouraged because for the vehicle. The following of the high number of electrical key procedure is for programming ® This vehicle has PASS-Key III+ codes. additional keys only. If all the (Personalized Automotive Security currently programmed keys are lost If the engine does not start and the...
Page 58: Exterior Mirrors
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows 4. Insert the new key to be Exterior Mirrors Manual Mirrors programmed and turn it to the If the vehicle has manual mirrors, ON/RUN position within Convex Mirrors they can be adjusted by moving the five seconds of turning the mirror up and down or left to right to ignition to the LOCK/OFF...
Page 59: Power Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Trailer-Tow Mirrors Power Mirrors The mirrors may also include a memory function that works with the memory seats. See Memory Seats on page 3 7 for more information. If the vehicle has towing mirrors, they can be adjusted for a clearer view of the objects behind you.
Page 60: Folding Mirrors
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2. Press one of the four arrows Folding Mirrors The mirrors may also include a located on the control pad to memory function that works with the move the mirror in the desired memory seats. See Memory Seats direction.
Page 61: Park Tilt Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Manual Folding Turn Signal Indicator Park Tilt Mirrors If equipped with manual folding The vehicle may also have a turn If the vehicle has the memory mirrors, push the mirror toward the signal indicator on the mirror. An package, the passenger and/or vehicle.
Page 62: Interior Mirrors
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming If the vehicle has a RVC, button for turning the Rearview Mirror dimming feature on or off will Manual Rearview Mirror The vehicle may have an automatic not be available. dimming inside rearview mirror. To adjust the inside rearview mirror, Vehicles with OnStar have three hold the rearview mirror in the...
Page 63: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Windows pulsing sound when a window is partially open. To reduce the sound, open another window or the sunroof WARNING (if equipped). Leaving children, helpless adults, Manual Windows or pets in a vehicle with the Turn the hand crank on each door windows closed is dangerous.
Page 64: Power Windows
2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Windows Push the switch down to lower the window, and pull up the front of the switch to raise the window. WARNING Express-down Windows Leaving children in a vehicle with The express-down feature allow the the keys is dangerous for many driver and front passenger windows reasons.
Page 65: Rear Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Window Lockout Rear Windows See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9 29 for more Power Sliding Rear Window information. Push the switch to open the window. Pull the switch to close the window. The power sliding rear window cannot be operated manually.
Page 66: Roof
2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows Roof Vent: From the closed position, open or closed position. To open the press and hold the rear of the switch sunshade, press and unlatch it, and to vent the sunroof. To close the roll it back. To close, pull it forward Sunroof (Extended Cab) sunroof, press and hold the front of and latch it into the closed position.
Page 67: Sunroof (Crew Cab)
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23 Sunroof (Crew Cab) Manual-Open/Manual-Close: To If an object is in the path of the open the sunroof, press and hold sunroof while it is closing, the the rear of the driver side switch (A) anti-pinch feature will detect the until the sunroof reaches the object and stop the sunroof.
Page 68 2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 69 Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety Belt Use During Adding Equipment to the Pregnancy ....3-19 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-37 Restraints Lap Belt (Crew and Airbag System Check .
Page 70: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that Adjust the head restraint so that the The height of the head restraint can occupants will suffer a neck/ top of the restraint is at the same...
Page 71: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats Front Seats The rear seat has adjustable Seat Adjustment headrests in the outboard seating positions. WARNING The height of the headrest can be adjusted. Pull the headrest up to You can lose control of the raise it.
Page 72 Seats and Restraints Center Seat Power Seat Adjustment To adjust the seatback, see Power Reclining Seatbacks under If equipped, the center front Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 5. seatback doubles as an armrest and cupholder/storage area for the driver Lumbar Adjustment and passenger when the center front seat is not used.
Page 73 Seats and Restraints Power Lumbar To raise or lower the height of WARNING (Continued) the support, press and hold the top or bottom of the control. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the Reclining Seatbacks seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear the WARNING safety belt properly.
Page 74 Seats and Restraints Manual Reclining Seatbacks To return the seatback to the upright position: WARNING 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the If either seatback is not locked, it seatback, and the seatback will could move forward in a sudden return to the upright position.
Page 75 Seats and Restraints Power Reclining Seatbacks Memory Seats Storing Memory Positions To save into memory: 1. Adjust the driver seat, seatback recliner, both outside mirrors, and the throttle and brake pedals, if equipped. See Power Mirrors on page 2 15 and Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9 25.
Page 76 Seats and Restraints Memory Remote Recall If something has blocked the driver If the easy exit seat feature is seat and/or the adjustable pedals programmed on in the vehicle The memory feature can recall the while recalling a memory position, personalization menu, automatic driver seat, outside mirrors, and the recall may stop.
Page 77: Heated And Ventilated Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Heated and Ventilated Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of Front Seats the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to WARNING the off setting. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one If you cannot feel temperature for the lowest.
Page 78 3-10 Seats and Restraints Remote Start Heated Seats Rear Seats When it is cold outside, the heated seats may turn on automatically Rear Seats (Extended during a remote vehicle start. The Cab Full Bench) heated seats will be canceled when the ignition is turned on.
Page 79 Seats and Restraints 3-11 To unfold the seat: Rear Seats (All Split To return the seat to the normal seating position, slowly pull the seat Bench and Hybrid Full 1. Push the seat cushion rearward cushion down. while pulling the release strap Bench) under the seat cushion.
Page 80: Safety Belts
3-12 Seats and Restraints Safety Belts Why Safety Belts Work WARNING (Continued) This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts It is extremely dangerous to properly. It also describes some ride in a cargo area, inside or things not to do with safety belts.
Page 81: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-13 bones take the forces from the Also, in nearly all states and in There are important things to know safety belts. That is why wearing all Canadian provinces, the law about wearing a safety belt properly. safety belts makes such good requires wearing safety belts.
Page 82: Lap-Shoulder Belt
3-14 Seats and Restraints Wear the lap part of the belt which has a lap belt. See Lap Belt WARNING low and snug on the hips, just (Crew and Extended Cab) on touching the thighs. In a crash, page 3 19 for more information. You can be seriously injured, this applies force to the strong The following instructions explain...
Page 83 Seats and Restraints 3-15 Engaging the child restraint 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt locking feature may affect the height adjuster, move it to the passenger sensing system, height that is right for you. See if equipped. See Passenger Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Sensing System on page 3 32 later in this section.
Page 84 3-16 Seats and Restraints Adjust the height so the shoulder sides of the height adjuster and portion of the belt is on the shoulder move the height adjuster to the and not falling off of it. The belt desired position. should be close to, but not contacting, the neck.
Page 85 Seats and Restraints 3-17 After you move the adjuster to Pretensioners work only once. If the Here is how to install a comfort where you want it, try to move it pretensioners activate in a crash, guide to the shoulder belt: down, without squeezing the buttons they will need to be replaced, and 1.
Page 86 3-18 Seats and Restraints WARNING A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 87: Safety Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints 3-19 Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety Pregnancy belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a Safety belts work for everyone, crash.
Page 88: Safety Belt Extender
3-20 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Extender from doing its job. See your dealer to have it repaired. Torn or frayed If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten safety belts may not protect you in a around you, you should use it. crash.
Page 89: Replacing Safety Belt System
Seats and Restraints 3-21 Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of Airbag System safety belts may not be necessary. System Parts after a The vehicle has the following But the safety belt assemblies that Crash airbags: were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged.
Page 90 3-22 Seats and Restraints All of the airbags in the vehicle will Here are the most important things WARNING have the word AIRBAG embossed to know about the airbag system: in the trim or on an attached label Because airbags inflate with great near the deployment opening.
Page 91: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-23 Where Are the Airbags? WARNING Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus There is an airbag readiness light lap-shoulder belts offer protection on the instrument panel cluster, for adults and older children, but which shows the airbag symbol.
Page 92 3-24 Seats and Restraints Driver Side Shown, Passenger Driver Side Shown, Passenger The right front passenger airbag is Side Similar Side Similar in the instrument panel on the passenger side. If the vehicle has seat mounted side If the vehicle has roof-rail impact airbags for the driver and airbags for the driver, right front right front passenger, they are in the...
Page 93: Inflate
Seats and Restraints 3-25 When Should an Airbag Frontal airbags may inflate at WARNING different crash speeds. For Inflate? example: If something is between an Frontal airbags are designed to If the vehicle hits a stationary occupant and an airbag, the inflate in moderate to severe frontal object, the airbags could inflate airbag might not inflate properly...
Page 94 3-26 Seats and Restraints Frontal airbags are not intended to less than full deployment. For the system's designed threshold inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear more severe frontal impacts, full level. The threshold level can vary impacts, or in many side impacts. deployment occurs.
Page 95: What Makes An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-27 rollover event, roof-rail airbag How Does an Airbag full or partial ejection in rollover deployment is determined by the events, although no system can Restrain? direction of the roll. prevent all such ejections. In moderate to severe frontal or But airbags would not help in What Makes an Airbag near frontal collisions, even belted...
Page 96 3-28 Seats and Restraints The parts of the airbag that come WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) into contact with you may be warm, but not too hot to touch. There may problems following an airbag moderate crash, there may be be some smoke and dust coming deployment, you should seek concealed damage that could from the vents in the deflated...
Page 97: Airbag On-Off Switch
Seats and Restraints 3-29 other parts. The service manual If the vehicle does not have an for your vehicle covers the need airbag off switch, it may have a to replace other parts. passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System on The vehicle has a crash sensing page 3 32.
Page 98 3-30 Seats and Restraints Child age 1 to 12. A child from turning off the airbag and age 1 to 12 must ride in the front allowing the passenger, even if seat because: belted, to hit the instrument panel or windshield in a crash. My vehicle has no rear seat;...
Page 99 Seats and Restraints 3-31 To turn off the right front passenger WARNING (Continued) airbag, insert the ignition key into the switch, push in, and move the To help avoid injury to yourself or switch to the off position. others, have the vehicle serviced The word OFF or the off symbol will right away.
Page 100: Passenger Sensing
3-32 Seats and Restraints Passenger Sensing The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger System frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbag, If the vehicle has one of the seat mounted side impact airbags indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a (if equipped), and the roof-rail airbags (if equipped) are not...
Page 101 Seats and Restraints 3-33 We recommend that children be If the vehicle does not have a rear WARNING (Continued) secured in a rear seat, including: seat that will accommodate a an infant or a child riding in a rear-facing child restraint, a passenger airbag inflates and the rear-facing child restraint;...
Page 102 3-34 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system is 3. Remove any additional items WARNING designed to turn on (may inflate) the from the seat such as blankets, right front passenger frontal airbag cushions, seat covers, seat If the airbag readiness light ever anytime the system senses that a heaters, or seat massagers.
Page 103 Seats and Restraints 3-35 Also make sure the child If the Off Indicator is Lit for an system to detect that person and restraint is not trapped under the enable the right front passenger Adult-Size Occupant vehicle head restraint. If this frontal airbag: happens, adjust the head 1.
Page 104: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
3-36 Seats and Restraints Additional Factors Affecting operates. We recommend that Servicing the you not use seat covers or other System Operation Airbag-Equipped Vehicle aftermarket equipment except when Safety belts help keep the approved by GM for your specific Airbags affect how the vehicle passenger in position on the vehicle.
Page 105: Adding Equipment To The
Seats and Restraints 3-37 sensors, side impact sensors, passenger airbag(s). See WARNING (Continued) or airbag wiring can affect the Passenger Sensing System on operation of the airbag system. page 3 32. proper service procedures, and In addition, the vehicle may have If you have any questions make sure the person performing a passenger sensing system...
Page 106: Replacing Airbag System
3-38 Seats and Restraints Q: What if I added a snow plow? Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. Where Are the Airbags? on Will it keep the airbags from and Canada) on page 13 3 or page 3 23. See your dealer for working properly? Customer Satisfaction service.
Page 107: Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-39 If an airbag inflates, you will need to Child Restraints The manufacturer's instructions that replace airbag system parts. See come with the booster seat state the your dealer for service. weight and height limitations for that Older Children booster.
Page 108 3-40 Seats and Restraints Does the lap belt fit low and According to accident statistics, snug on the hips, touching the children and infants are safer thighs? If yes, continue. If no, when properly restrained in a child return to the booster seat. restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating Can proper safety belt fit be...
Page 109: Infants And Young
Seats and Restraints 3-41 Infants and Young WARNING (Continued) WARNING Children belt. The belt force would then be Children can be seriously injured Everyone in a vehicle needs applied right on the abdomen. or strangled if a shoulder belt is protection! This includes infants That could cause serious or fatal wrapped around their neck and...
Page 110 3-42 Seats and Restraints Children who are not restrained WARNING (Continued) properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it WARNING will go. Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle.
Page 111 Seats and Restraints 3-43 weight, height, and age but also WARNING WARNING whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor To reduce the risk of neck and A young child's hip bones are still vehicle in which it will be used. head injury during a crash, so small that the vehicle's regular For most basic types of child...
Page 112: Child Restraint Systems
3-44 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats A forward-facing child seat provides A booster seat is a child restraint Rear-Facing Infant Seat restraint for the child's body with the designed to improve the fit of the A rear-facing infant seat provides harness.
Page 113 Seats and Restraints 3-45 Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a Administration (NHTSA) website crash if the child restraint is not to locate the nearest child safety Restraint in the Vehicle properly secured in the vehicle. seat inspection station. For CPST availability in Canada, check with WARNING When securing an add-on child...
Page 114 3-46 Seats and Restraints We recommend that children and WARNING WARNING (Continued) child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including: an infant or a child A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child riding in a rear-facing child restraint; restraint can be seriously restraints in a rear seat, even if a child riding in a forward-facing...
Page 115: Latch System
Seats and Restraints 3-47 When securing a child restraint in a rear-facing child restraint should not Make sure that a LATCH-compatible rear seating position, study the be installed in the vehicle, even if child restraint is properly installed instructions that came with your the airbag is off.
Page 116 3-48 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Your child restraint may have a single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached.
Page 117 Seats and Restraints 3-49 Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Regular Cab Three-Passenger Crew and Extended Cab Rear Seat Front Seat (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. (Top Tether Anchor): Seating Regular Cab Two-Passenger positions with top tether anchors. Front Seat (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors.
Page 118 3-50 Seats and Restraints Child Restraints (Right Front Seat Position) on page 3 55 or Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat Position) on page 3 55 for more information. For regular cab models, the top For regular cab models, there is an tether anchors are located under anchor symbol on the covers to covers on the back panel behind the...
Page 119 Seats and Restraints 3-51 Be sure to read the instructions Securing a Child Restraint WARNING following to properly install a child Designed for the LATCH restraint using these loops. System Do not attach more than one Do not secure a child restraint in a child restraint to a single anchor, position without a top tether anchor WARNING...
Page 120 3-52 Seats and Restraints Regular Cab Models 1.4. Route, attach, and tighten WARNING the top tether according 1. If the child restraint manufacturer to your child restraint recommends that the top tether Children can be seriously injured instructions and the be attached, attach and tighten or strangled if a shoulder belt is following instructions:...
Page 121 Seats and Restraints 3-53 2. See Securing Child Restraints Crew and Extended Cab Models (Center Front Seat Position) on 1. Attach and tighten the lower page 3 58 or Securing Child attachments to the lower Restraints (Right Front Seat anchors. If the child restraint Position) on page 3 58 or does not have lower Securing Child Restraints (Rear...
Page 122 3-54 Seats and Restraints 2. If the child restraint manufacturer headrest or head recommends that the top tether restraint post, and be attached, attach and tighten under the center the top tether to the top tether shoulder belt (C). anchor (loop), if your vehicle has Attach the top one.
Page 123 Seats and Restraints 3-55 2.3. When using a child restraint When the top tether is WARNING (Continued) with a top tether in the rear tightened, the anchor (loop) passenger position: may bend. This is normal To help make sure the LATCH and will not damage the Raise the headrest system is working properly after a...
Page 124 3-56 Seats and Restraints If the child restraint has the LATCH If the child restraint does not have system, see Lower Anchors and the LATCH system, you will be Tethers for Children (LATCH using the safety belt to secure the System) on page 3 47 for how and child restraint in this position.
Page 125 Seats and Restraints 3-57 3. Push the latch plate into the 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 5. To tighten the belt, push down buckle until it clicks. out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the lock.
Page 126: Where To Put The Restraint
3-58 Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints Securing Child Restraints tether, follow the child restraint (Center Front Seat (Right Front Seat manufacturer's instructions Position) Position) regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and With Passenger Sensing Tethers for Children (LATCH WARNING...
Page 127: (Rear Seat Position)
Seats and Restraints 3-59 If the child restraint has the LATCH WARNING WARNING (Continued) system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH A child in a rear-facing child fail-safe. No one can System) on page 3 47 for how and restraint can be seriously guarantee that an airbag will where to install the child restraint...
Page 128 3-60 Seats and Restraints You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint.
Page 129 Seats and Restraints 3-61 Try to pull the belt out of the If the vehicle is equipped with a retractor to make sure the passenger sensing system, and retractor is locked. If the when the passenger sensing retractor is not locked, repeat system has turned off the right front Steps 5 and 6.
Page 130: Position
3-62 Seats and Restraints With Airbag Off Switch WARNING WARNING (Continued) This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints forward-facing child restraint. See restraint can be seriously in a rear seat, even if the Where to Put the Restraint on injured or killed if the right front...
Page 131 Seats and Restraints 3-63 Do not secure a child restraint in a If you have no other choice but WARNING (Continued) position without a top tether anchor to install a rear-facing child if a national or local law requires restraint in this seat, make sure To help avoid injury to yourself or that the top tether be anchored, or if the airbag is off once the child...
Page 132 3-64 Seats and Restraints 4. Push the latch plate into the 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 6. To tighten the belt, push down buckle until it clicks. out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the lock.
Page 133 Seats and Restraints 3-65 7. If your vehicle does not have a If you turned the airbag off with Never put a rear-facing child rear seat and your child restraint the switch, turn on the right front restraint in the right front passenger has a top tether, follow the passenger airbag when you remove seat.
Page 134 3-66 Seats and Restraints If the child restraint has the LATCH In Canada, the law requires that system, see Lower Anchors and forward-facing child restraints have Tethers for Children (LATCH a top tether, and that the tether be System) on page 3 47 for how and attached.
Page 135 Seats and Restraints 3-67 7. If your child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3 47 for more information.
Page 136 3-68 Seats and Restraints NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 137: Storage Compartments
Storage Storage Storage Glove Box Compartments Lift up on the glove box lever to open it. Storage Compartments Instrument Panel Storage Instrument Panel Storage ..4-1 Cupholders Glove Box ....4-1 For vehicles equipped with an If equipped, there are cupholders on Cupholders .
Page 138: Center Console Storage
Storage Center Console Storage Vehicles with an upper and lower center console storage area have cupholders included. Pull the lever (A) up to access the upper storage area. Raise the upper storage bin, then pull the lever (B) up to access the lower storage area. Use the key to lock and unlock the lower storage area.
Page 139 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature Information Displays Gauge ..... . 5-16 Driver Information Controls Voltmeter Gauge ... . . 5-16 Center (DIC) .
Page 140: Controls
Instruments and Controls Transmission Messages ..5-46 Controls 3. Release the lever to lock the Vehicle Reminder wheel in place. Messages ....5-47 Steering Wheel Do not adjust the steering wheel Washer Fluid Messages .
Page 141: 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 142: 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, and hold to quickly move forward one track within the selected FM, or XM . category.
Page 143: Compass
Instruments and Controls Windshield Washer Under certain circumstances, (Mist): For a single wipe, such as during a long-distance, turn to , then release. For several cross-country trip or moving to a WARNING wipes, hold the band on longer. new state or province, it will be necessary to compensate for In freezing weather, do not use (Off): Turns the windshield...
Page 144 Instruments and Controls Press the vehicle information 3. Press the set/reset button to It is suggested to calibrate away scroll through and select the from tall buildings, utility wires, button until PRESS appropriate variance zone. manhole covers, or other industrial CHANGE COMPASS ZONE structures, if possible.
Page 145: Clock
Instruments and Controls To calibrate the compass, use the 3. Press the set/reset button to Clock following procedure: start the compass calibration. AM-FM Radio and AM FM Or, if the vehicle does not have Compass Calibration Procedure Radio with CD Player DIC buttons, press and hold the 1.
Page 146 Instruments and Controls 4. To increase the time or date, do To change the time default setting 5. Press the button again until one of the following: from 12 hour to 24 hour or to change the clock display stops flashing the date default setting from month/ to set the currently displayed Press the softkey below the...
Page 147: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls 2. Press the MENU button and To change the time default setting Power Outlets from 12 hour to 24 hour or to change then the softkey under the Accessory power outlets can the date default setting from month/ to display HR, MIN, MM, DD, be used to plug in electrical day to day/month:...
Page 148: Cigarette Lighter
5-10 Instruments and Controls The accessory power outlets are Certain power accessory plugs may Cigarette Lighter powered, even when the ignition is not be compatible to the accessory To use the cigarette lighter, push it in LOCK/OFF. Continuing to use power outlet and could overload in all the way, and let go.
Page 149: Ashtrays
Instruments and Controls 5-11 Ashtrays Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and The vehicle may have a front function. Often gauges and warning ashtray located near the center of lights work together to indicate a Indicators the instrument panel.
Page 150: Instrument Cluster
5-12 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Light Duty Premium Shown. Metric, Uplevel, Base and Heavy Duty Similar. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 151: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls 5-13 ® For vehicles with a DURAMAX The hour meter displays for up to To display the odometer reading ® Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX 30 seconds, or until the ignition is with the ignition off, press the reset Diesel Supplement for more turned on.
Page 152: Fuel Gauge
5-14 Instruments and Controls It takes a little more or less fuel Fuel Gauge When the ignition is on, the fuel to fill up than the fuel gauge gauge shows about how much fuel indicated. For example, the is left in the fuel tank. gauge may have indicated the An arrow on the fuel gauge tank was half full, but it actually...
Page 153: Engine Oil Pressure
Instruments and Controls 5-15 Engine Oil Pressure A reading outside the normal operating range can be caused by a Gauge dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure. Check the vehicle's oil as soon as possible. See OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE under Engine Oil Messages on page 5 42 and Engine Oil on...
Page 154: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
5-16 Instruments and Controls If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the See Engine Overheating on hybrid supplement for more page 10 22. information. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more Engine Coolant information. Temperature Gauge Voltmeter Gauge English This gauge shows the engine...
Page 155: Safety Belt Reminders
Instruments and Controls 5-17 When the engine is running, this As engine speeds are increased, Safety Belt Reminders gauge shows the condition of the this condition should correct itself as Driver Safety Belt Reminder charging system. The gauge can higher engine speeds allow the Light transition from a higher to lower or a charging system to create maximum...
Page 156: Airbag Readiness Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls Passenger Safety Belt The front passenger safety belt warning light and chime may turn on Reminder Light if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device.
Page 157: Airbag On-Off Light
Instruments and Controls 5-19 If there is a problem with the airbag When the right front passenger system, a Driver Information Center airbag is manually turned off using (DIC) message can also come on. the airbag on-off switch in the glove See Airbag System Messages on box, the indicator light OFF or the page 5 45 for more information.
Page 158 5-20 Instruments and Controls WARNING WARNING If the right front passenger airbag If the airbag readiness light ever is turned off for a person who is comes on and stays on, it means not in a risk group identified by that something may be wrong the national government, that with the airbag system.
Page 159: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls 5-21 If, after several seconds, both status In addition, if the vehicle has a for on and off, for several seconds indicator lights remain on, or if there passenger sensing system for the as a system check. Then, after are no lights at all, there may be a right front passenger position, the several more seconds, the status...
Page 160: Charging System Light
5-22 Instruments and Controls If, after several seconds, both status Charging System Light checked right away. If the vehicle indicator lights remain on, or if there must be driven a short distance with are no lights at all, there may be a the light on, turn off accessories, problem with the lights or the such as the radio and air...
Page 161 Instruments and Controls 5-23 Notice: Modifications made To prevent more serious damage to to the engine, transmission, the vehicle: exhaust, intake, or fuel system Reduce vehicle speed. of the vehicle or the replacement Avoid hard accelerations. of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Avoid steep uphill grades.
Page 162 5-24 Instruments and Controls The following may correct an If one or more of these conditions emission system malfunction: occurs, change the fuel brand used. It will require at least one full tank of Check that the fuel cap is fully the proper fuel to turn the light off.
Page 163: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-25 The vehicle would be considered The vehicle brake system consists WARNING not ready for inspection. This of two hydraulic circuits. If one can happen if the 12-volt battery circuit is not working, the remaining The brake system might not be has recently been replaced or circuit can still work to stop the working properly if the brake...
Page 164: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
5-26 Instruments and Controls Antilock Brake System If the regular brake system warning transfer case is shifted into light is also on, the vehicle does not four-wheel drive and the front axle (ABS) Warning Light have antilock brakes and there is a engages.
Page 165: Off Light
Instruments and Controls 5-27 ® StabiliTrak OFF Light If the StabiliTrak/TCS system is If the light comes on and stays off, the system does not assist in on while driving, and a message controlling the vehicle. Turn on the displays in the Driver Information StabiliTrak/TCS system and the Center (DIC), have the vehicle indicator light turns off.
Page 166: Engine Oil Pressure Light
5-28 Instruments and Controls When the Light Is On Steady Engine Oil Pressure Light If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through This indicates that one or more the engine properly. The vehicle of the tires are significantly could be low on oil and it might underinflated.
Page 167: Security Light
Instruments and Controls 5-29 information. When fuel is added this This light is also used to indicate the Front Fog Lamp Light light and message should go off. If it status of the anti-theft alarm system does not, have the vehicle serviced when the ignition is turned off.
Page 168: Information Displays
5-30 Instruments and Controls Cruise Control Light Information Displays The DIC has different displays 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 The vehicle has a Driver Information odometer reset stem can be used to...
Page 169 Instruments and Controls 5-31 DIC Buttons The temperature will be shown Trip/Fuel Menu Items (with DIC in °C or °F depending on the units Buttons) selected. (Trip/Fuel): Press this button (Vehicle Information): Press to scroll through the following menu this button to display the oil life, items: units, tire pressure readings for Odometer...
Page 170 5-32 Instruments and Controls The trip odometer can be reset to activated, the display will show 8 km fuel economies. Generally, freeway zero by pressing the set/reset (5 miles). As the vehicle begins driving produces better fuel button while the trip odometer is moving, the display will then economy than city driving.
Page 171 Instruments and Controls 5-33 Speedometer To reset the timer to zero, press An Active Fuel Management and hold the set/reset button while indicator displays on the right side The speedometer shows how fast TIMER is displayed. of the DIC, while INST ECON the vehicle is moving in either displays on the left side.
Page 172 5-34 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Information Menu recommended in the Maintenance Tire Pressure Schedule in this manual. See Items (with DIC Buttons) If the vehicle has the Tire Pressure Maintenance Schedule on Monitor System (TPMS), the (Vehicle Information): Press page 11 3 for more information. pressure for each tire can be viewed this button to scroll through the in the DIC.
Page 173 Instruments and Controls 5-35 Trailer Gain and Output Your vehicle's charging system Blank Display regulates voltage based on the state On vehicles with the Integrated This display shows no information. of the battery. The battery voltage Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) system, Trip Odometer Reset Stem may fluctuate when viewing this the trailer brake display appears...
Page 174 5-36 Instruments and Controls The trip odometer can be reset to 8 km (5 miles) before it is started 3. Continue to press and hold the zero by pressing and holding the trip again, and then the retro-active trip odometer reset stem to scroll odometer reset stem while the trip reset feature is activated, the through all of the available...
Page 175 Instruments and Controls 5-37 Trip Odometer Reset Stem 4. Once the desired language is To use the retro-active reset feature, displayed, release the trip press and hold the trip odometer Menu Items (without DIC odometer reset stem to set the reset stem for at least four seconds.
Page 176 5-38 Instruments and Controls Trailer Gain and Output Battery Oil Life On vehicles with the Integrated This display shows the current To access this display, the vehicle Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) system, battery voltage. If the voltage is in must be in P (Park). Press the trip the trailer brake display appears in the normal range, the value will odometer reset stem until OIL LIFE...
Page 177: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-39 Remember, you must reset the OIL Vehicle Messages If the vehicle has a diesel ® LIFE display after each oil change. engine, see the Duramax diesel Messages displayed on the DIC It will not reset itself. Also, be supplement for more information.
Page 178: Brake System Messages
5-40 Instruments and Controls SERVICE BATTERY when you begin driving, the brake As soon as it is safe to do so, system needs service as soon as carefully pull your vehicle over to CHARGING SYSTEM possible. See your dealer. the side of the road and turn the On some vehicles, this message ignition off.
Page 179: Engine Cooling System
Instruments and Controls 5-41 HOOD OPEN the door for obstructions, and close ENGINE HOT A/C (Air the door again. Check to see if the Conditioning) TURNED OFF This message displays and a chime message still appears on the DIC. may sound if the hood is not fully This message displays when the closed.
Page 180: Engine Oil Messages
5-42 Instruments and Controls See Overheated Engine Protection page 10 7 and Maintenance This message displays if low oil Operating Mode on page 10 24 for Schedule on page 11 3 for more pressure levels occur. Stop the information on driving to a safe information.
Page 181: Fuel System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-43 be reduced the next time the vehicle has been left off or improperly Object Detection System is driven. The vehicle may be driven installed. A loose or missing fuel Messages at a reduced speed while this cap allows fuel to evaporate into the message is on, but acceleration and atmosphere.
Page 182: Ride Control System
5-44 Instruments and Controls SERVICE PARK ASSIST SERVICE TRACTION TRACTION XX CONTROL STABILITRAK XX This message displays if there is a problem with the Ultrasonic Rear If the vehicle has StabiliTrak, this This message displays when the Parking Assist (URPA) system. Do message displays when there is a traction control and/or StabiliTrak not use this system to help you...
Page 183: Airbag System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-45 STABILITRAK OFF may also The message turns off as soon as off the engine. See Immobilizer display when the stability control the conditions that caused the Operation on page 2 13 for more has been automatically disabled. message to be displayed are no information.
Page 184: Transmission Messages
5-46 Instruments and Controls Several conditions may cause this also displays LEFT FRT (left front), Transmission Messages message to appear. See Tire RIGHT FRT (right front), LEFT RR SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE Pressure Monitor Operation on (left rear), or RIGHT RR (right rear) page 10 62 for more information.
Page 185 Instruments and Controls 5-47 TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE Vehicle Reminder As soon as it is safe to do so, carefully pull the vehicle over to the ENGINE Messages side of the road and turn the ignition Notice: Do not drive the vehicle off.
Page 186: Vehicle Personalization
5-48 Instruments and Controls This message clears itself after Vehicle To change customization several seconds. This message also preferences, use the following Personalization clears if you acknowledge it. After procedure. this message clears, the TRAILER Entering the Feature Vehicle Personalization GAIN/OUTPUT display appears in Settings Menu the DIC.
Page 187 Instruments and Controls 5-49 Press the customization button until NO CHANGE: No change will be for this feature. Then press the made to this feature. The current customization button to scroll the PRESS TO DISPLAY IN setting will remain. through the following settings: ENGLISH screen appears on the DIC display.
Page 188 5-50 Instruments and Controls Press the customization button until To select a setting, press the set/ LIGHTS ONLY: The exterior lamps AUTO DOOR UNLOCK appears on reset button while the desired will flash when you press the lock the DIC display. Press the set/reset setting is displayed on the DIC.
Page 189 Instruments and Controls 5-51 vehicle with the RKE transmitter if DELAY DOOR LOCK ON (default): The doors will not the doors are open. See Remote lock until five seconds after the last On vehicles with a crew cab, this Keyless Entry (RKE) System door is closed.
Page 190 5-52 Instruments and Controls 30 SECONDS (default): The Press the customization button until To select a setting, press the set/ exterior lamps will stay on for APPROACH LIGHTING appears on reset button while the desired 30 seconds. the DIC display. Press the set/reset setting is displayed on the DIC.
Page 191 Instruments and Controls 5-53 To select a setting, press the set/ PASSENGER MIRROR: The Press the customization button until reset button while the desired passenger outside mirror will be EASY EXIT RECALL appears on setting is displayed on the DIC. tilted down when the vehicle is the DIC display.
Page 192 5-54 Instruments and Controls NO CHANGE: No change will be NO CHANGE: No change will be Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed. made to this feature. The current made to this feature. The current On some vehicles with the setting will remain. setting will remain.
Page 193 Instruments and Controls 5-55 Press the customization button until Press the customization button until If you do not exit, pressing the REMOTE START appears on the FACTORY SETTINGS appears on customization button again will DIC display. Press the set/reset the DIC display. Press the set/reset return you to the beginning of the button once to access the settings button once to access the settings...
Page 194: Universal Remote System
5-56 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote devices such as garage door Park the vehicle outside of the openers, security systems, and garage when programming a garage System home automation devices. door. Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door Do not use this system with any See Radio Frequency Statement on or gate that is being programmed.
Page 195 Instruments and Controls 5-57 hanging antenna wire is To program another Rolling Code attached to the motor-head unit device such as an additional garage and may be a colored button. door opener, a security device, Press this button. After pressing or home automation device, repeat this button, complete the Steps 1 through 5, choosing a...
Page 196 5-58 Instruments and Controls Programming a garage door opener garage door opener is a Fixed involves time-sensitive actions, so Code unit. If you do not see a read the entire procedure before row of dip switches, return starting. Otherwise, the device will to the previous section for time out and the procedure will have Programming Universal Home...
Page 197 Instruments and Controls 5-59 If a switch is set between The switch positions on the the up and down position, hand-held transmitter could be write Middle. labeled as follows: The switch settings written A switch in the up position down in Step 2 now could be labeled as Up, become the button strokes +, or On.
Page 198 5-60 Instruments and Controls 4. The indicator lights will blink 5. After entering all of the switch 8. Press and release the same slowly. Enter each switch setting positions, once again firmly button again. The garage door from Step 2 into your vehicle's press and release all three should move, confirming that Universal Home Remote.
Page 199: Universal Remote System Operation
Instruments and Controls 5-61 Universal Remote System Erasing Universal Home 2. Once the indicator lights begin to blink, release both buttons. The Remote Buttons Operation codes from all buttons will be The programmed buttons should be erased. Press and hold the appropriate erased when the vehicle is sold or button for at least half of a second.
Page 200 5-62 Instruments and Controls NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 201: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 6-7 Exterior Lamp Controls Cargo Lamp ....6-8 Exterior Lighting Dome Lamps .
Page 202: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting The exterior lamps control has the delay can be changed using the 10 minutes after the ignition is four positions: DIC. See Driver Information Center turned off. When the headlamps are (DIC) on page 5 30 turned on while the vehicle is off, (Off): Turns off the automatic the headlamps will stay on for headlamps and Daytime Running...
Page 203: Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Lighting The transmission is not in Park. Headlamp High/ To use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you, then release it. The light sensor determines it is Low-Beam Changer daytime. If the headlamps are in the (Headlamp High/Low automatic position or on low When the DRL system is on, Beam Changer): To change the beam, the high-beam headlamps...
Page 204: Automatic Headlamp
Lighting Automatic Headlamp headlamp system are only affected when the light sensor detects a System change in lighting lasting longer than the delay. When it is dark enough outside, the automatic headlamp system turns If the vehicle is started in a dark on the headlamps at the normal garage, the automatic headlamp brightness, along with the taillamps,...
Page 205: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting If the vehicle is not equipped Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change with DIC buttons, exit lighting is Signals automatic. When it is dark enough outside, the exterior lamps remain on for 30 seconds after the ignition is moved from ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF.
Page 206: Fog Lamps
Lighting Holding the turn signal lever for Fog Lamps (Fog Lamps): Press to turn the more than one second will cause fog lamps on or off. A light will come the turn signals to flash until you on in the instrument panel cluster. release the lever.
Page 207: Instrument Panel Illumination
Lighting The emergency roof lamp circuit Interior Lighting is fused at 30 amps, so the total current draw of the attached lamps Instrument Panel should be less than this value. The Illumination Control attachment points for the roof lamp circuits are two blunt cut wires located above the overhead console, a dark green switched power wire and a black ground wire.
Page 208: Control
Lighting Cargo Lamp Dome Lamp Override Reading Lamps The dome lamp override button is The cargo lamps come on by For vehicles with reading lamps, located next to the exterior lamps turning the instrument panel they are located on the overhead control.
Page 209: Entry Lighting
Lighting Lighting Features Battery Load The battery can be discharged at idle if the electrical loads are very Management high. This is true for all vehicles. Entry Lighting This is because the generator The vehicle has Electric Power (alternator) may not be spinning fast Management (EPM) that estimates The vehicle has an illuminated entry the battery's temperature and state...
Page 210: Battery Power Protection
6-10 Lighting Normally, these actions occur in Battery Power Protection steps or levels, without being This feature shuts off the dome and noticeable. In rare cases at the reading lamps, if they are left on for highest levels of corrective action, more than 10 minutes after the this action may be noticeable to the ignition is turned off.
Page 211 Infotainment System Infotainment Rear Seat Infotainment Introduction Rear Seat Entertainment System (RSE) System ....7-37 Infotainment Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System ..... 7-46 Determine which radio the vehicle has and read the following pages to Introduction...
Page 212: Infotainment System
Infotainment System To minimize taking your eyes off the Contact your dealer Navigation/Radio System road while driving, do the following before adding any equipment. For vehicles with a navigation radio while the vehicle is parked: Adding audio or communication system, see the separate Navigation Become familiar with the equipment could interfere with System Manual.
Page 213: Operation
Infotainment System Operation AM-FM Radio I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 214 Infotainment System Radio with CD (MP3) Shown; Radio with USB and CD (MP3), Radio with USB and Six-Disc CD (MP3), and Radio with CD Similar I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 215 Infotainment System System on page 7 37 for more information on the vehicle's RSE system. The DVD player is the top slot on the radio faceplate. The player is capable of reading the DTS programmed DVD Audio or DVD Video media. (DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.)
Page 216 Infotainment System Press to display additional text To activate SCV: Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) information related to the current (AM-FM Radio and AM-FM 1. Set the radio volume to the FM-RDS or XM station; or CD, MP3, Radio with CD) desired level.
Page 217 Infotainment System EQ (Equalization): Press this 3. Adjust the setting by doing one To quickly adjust all tone and button to choose bass and treble of the following: speaker controls to the middle equalization settings designed for position, press the knob for more Turn the knob clockwise...
Page 218 Infotainment System Adjusting the Speakers Adjusting the Speakers To quickly adjust all speaker and tone controls to the middle position, (Balance/Fade) (AM-FM Radio (Balance/Fade) (All Except and AM-FM Radio with CD) AM-FM Radio and Radio press the knob for more than with CD) two seconds.
Page 219: Am-Fm Radio
Infotainment System Radio display and artist information SEEK: Press to seek the next displays on the bottom line. When radio station. Press and hold for a information is not available, NO few seconds until a beep sounds to AM-FM Radio INFO displays.
Page 220 7-10 Infotainment System Storing Radio Stations Setting Preset Stations The number of favorites pages can be set up using the MENU button. To store presets: Drivers are encouraged to store the To set up the number of favorites radio station while the vehicle is 1.
Page 221: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System 7-11 Satellite Radio display and artist information Finding a Category (CAT) displays on the bottom line. Station Satellite Radio Service When information is not available, To find XM channels in a category: NO INFO displays. XM is a satellite radio service based 1.
Page 222 7-12 Infotainment System 3. To exit the category search Storing XM Channels 3. Press and hold one of the mode, press the FAV button or six softkeys until a beep sounds. Drivers are encouraged to store BAND button to display the 4.
Page 223 Infotainment System 7-13 XM Radio Messages Channel Unauth: This channel is No Subscription Please Renew: blocked or cannot be received with The XM subscription needs to XL (Explicit Language your XM subscription package. be reactivated. Contact XM at Channels): These channels, or www.xmradio.com or call Channel Unavail: This previously any others, can be blocked at a...
Page 224: Radio Reception
7-14 Infotainment System Unknown: If this message is interference or static, unplug the Satellite Radio Service received when tuned to channel 0, item from the accessory power XM Satellite Radio Service gives there could be a receiver fault. outlet. digital radio reception from coast to Consult with your dealer.
Page 225: Fixed Mast Antenna
Infotainment System 7-15 Fixed Mast Antenna Audio Players the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials, liquids, The fixed mast antenna can and debris. CD Player withstand most car washes without If an error displays, see CD Player being damaged as long as it is Care of the CD Player Messages later in this section.
Page 226 7-16 Infotainment System If the surface of a CD is soiled, 3. Load a CD. Insert the CD Ejecting a CD (Six-Disc CD clean it with a soft, lint free cloth or partway into the slot, label side Player) dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, up.
Page 227 Infotainment System 7-17 When a CD is inserted, the CD displays on the top line of the FWD (Fast Forward): Press symbol displays on the left side of display and artist information and hold to advance playback the radio display. As each new track displays on the bottom line.
Page 228 7-18 Infotainment System Playlists with an .m3u or .wpl For the Radio with USB and be recorded with the following fixed extension. Six-Disc CD (MP3): bit rates: 32 kbps, 40 kbps, 56 kbps, 64 kbps, 80 kbps, 96 kbps, 112 kbps, Files with an .mp3, .wma, or .cda 1.
Page 229 Infotainment System 7-19 Tracks are played in the following Track names longer than can be played. If a CD-R or CD-RW order: 32 characters or 4 pages are contains more than the maximum shortened. The display does not of 50 folders, 15 playlists, and Play begins from the first track in show parts of words on the last 512 folders and files, the player...
Page 230 7-20 Infotainment System RDM (Random): Press to listen SEEK: Press to go to the next (Music Navigator): Press the to tracks in random, rather than track. Press and hold or press softkey below the tab to play sequential order. To use random, do multiple times to continue moving the files in order by artist or album.
Page 231: Cd/Dvd Player
Infotainment System 7-21 To change from playback by artist to CD Player Messages If the CD is not playing correctly, playback by album: for any other reason, try a known CHECK DISC: If this message good CD. 1. Press the softkey located below displays and/or the CD ejects, it the Sort By tab.
Page 232 7-22 Infotainment System The use of CD/DVD lens cleaners Store CD-Rs or CD-RWs in their slot, CD slot, XM, FM AM, front is not advised, due to the risk of original cases or other protective auxiliary jack, USB port, or rear contaminating the lens of the optics cases and away from direct sunlight auxiliary jack.
Page 233 Infotainment System 7-23 In some vehicles, depending on several seconds the disc The CD is controlled by the buttons audio options, the rear speakers automatically pulls back into the on the radio faceplate or by the RSA can be muted when the RSA power player.
Page 234 7-24 Infotainment System DVD/CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press to If a disc is inserted into the top DVD Press and hold, or press multiple cycle through DVD, CD, or Auxiliary slot, the rear seat operator can turn times, to continue moving backward when listening to the radio.
Page 235 Infotainment System 7-25 MP3 and WMA Supported Files CD R or CD RW Supported File Root Directory and Folder Structure The root directory of the disc is Format The DVD player supports: treated as a folder. If the root The radio can play .mp3 or .wma directory has compressed audio Up to 255 folders.
Page 236 7-26 Infotainment System Play begins from the first track in When the disc contains only Preprogrammed Playlists the first folder and continues playlists and compressed audio Preprogrammed playlists that sequentially through all tracks in files, but no folders, all files are were created using WinAmp , each folder.
Page 237 Infotainment System 7-27 five seconds have played, to To use random: To listen to files by another artist, continue moving backward through press the softkey located below 1. Press the softkey under the tracks. either arrow tab. The disc goes RDM tab until Random Current to the next or previous artist in SEEK: Press to go to the next...
Page 238 7-28 Infotainment System To exit music navigator mode, press Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) Ejecting a Disc the softkey below the Back tab to System on page 7 37, and CD/DVD DVD (Eject): Press and return to normal MP3 playback. Player Messages later in this release to eject the disc currently section for more information.
Page 239 Infotainment System 7-29 the DVD/CD AUX button cycles feature. Parental Control prevents REV (Fast Reverse): Press to between the two sources and does the rear seat occupant from quickly reverse the CD or DVD at not indicate No Aux Input Device. operating the Rear Seat Audio five times the normal speed.
Page 240 7-30 Infotainment System If the forward arrow is showing on The video screen automatically (Menu): Press to access the the display, the system is in pause turns on when the DVD-V is DVD menu. The DVD menu is mode. If the Pause tab is showing inserted into the DVD slot, and different on every DVD.
Page 241 Infotainment System 7-31 Stopping and Resuming CD/DVD Player Messages Group : Press to cycle Playback through musical groupings on the Disc Format Error: This message DVD-A disc. displays if the disc is inserted with To stop playing a DVD without the disc label wrong side up, or if Nav (Navigate): Press to display turning off the system, press...
Page 242: Auxiliary Devices
7-32 Infotainment System Player Error: This message displays an error message, write it the radio CD/AUX button to begin displays if there are disc load or down and provide it to your dealer playing audio from the device over disc eject problems. when reporting the problem.
Page 243 Infotainment System 7-33 iPod touch player. If a portable audio player is Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) not connected, No Input Device System on page 7 37 for more iPod classic Found displays. information. Not all iPods and USB drives are DVD/CD AUX (DVD/CD/ Using the USB Port compatible with the USB port.
Page 244 7-34 Infotainment System Folder and file names up to appear on the iPod, and iPod (Tune): Turn to select files. 64 bytes appears on the radio display. The SEEK: Press to go to the start of iPod music appears on the radio s Files with an .mp3 or .wma file the track, if more than 10 seconds display and begins playing.
Page 245 Infotainment System 7-35 Third softkey, 5% through the list Using Softkeys to Control a (Folder View): Press the each time the softkey is pressed. USB Storage Device or iPod softkey below to view the Fourth softkey, 10% through the contents of the current folder on the The five softkeys below the radio list each time the softkey is USB drive.
Page 246 7-36 Infotainment System Repeat Functionality 3. Press to select the (Shuffle Off): Press the desired menu. To use Repeat: softkey below to turn shuffle off. This is the default mode when a 4. Turn to scroll through the Press the softkey below USB storage device or iPod is first folders or files in the to select between Repeat All and...
Page 247: (Rse) System
Infotainment System 7-37 Rear Seat Before Driving than two seconds to stop all system features such as: radio, video Infotainment The RSE is designed for rear seat screen, Rear Seat Audio (RSA), passengers only. The driver cannot DVD, and/or CD. While Parental safely view the video screen while Rear Seat Entertainment Control is on, a padlock icon...
Page 248 7-38 Infotainment System Headphones listen to the radio, CDs, DVDs, move too far forward or step out of MP3s, DVD-As, or any auxiliary the vehicle, the headphones lose source connected to A/V jacks or the audio signal. the auxiliary input jack, if the vehicle To adjust the volume on the has this feature.
Page 249 Infotainment System 7-39 If the foam ear pads attached to Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks the RSE system. Adapter the headphones become worn or connectors or cables (not included) damaged, the pads can be replaced may be required to connect the separately from the headphone set. auxiliary device to the A/V jacks.
Page 250 7-40 Infotainment System See Using the Auxiliary Input Audio Output When a device is connected to the Jack under Auxiliary Devices on A/V jacks, or the radio's auxiliary Audio from the DVD player or page 7 32 for more information input jack if the vehicle has this auxiliary inputs can be heard about changing the source.
Page 251 Infotainment System 7-41 If a DVD is playing and the screen Remote Control Objects blocking the line of sight is raised to its locked position, the could also affect the function of the screen remains on. This is normal, remote control. and the DVD continues to play If a CD or DVD is in the Radio DVD through the previous audio source.
Page 252 7-42 Infotainment System Remote Control Buttons While the DVD is playing, the DVD (Enter): Press this button to can be played slowly by pressing select the choice that is highlighted (Power): Press this button to the play/pause button then pressing in any menu.
Page 253 Infotainment System 7-43 (Fast Reverse): Press this (Subtitles): Press this button to 10 (Double Digit Entries): Press button to quickly reverse the DVD or turn on or off subtitles and to move this button to select chapter or track CD. To stop fast reversing a DVD through subtitle options when a numbers greater than nine.
Page 254 7-44 Infotainment System Tips and Troubleshooting Chart Problem Recommended Action There is no power. The ignition might not be turned to ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. The picture does not fill the screen. There are black Check the display mode settings in the setup menu by borders on the top and bottom or on both sides, or the pressing the display menu button on the remote control.
Page 255 Infotainment System 7-45 Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont'd) Problem Recommended Action Sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or Check for obstructions, low batteries, reception range, buzzes. and interference from cellular telephone towers, or use a cellular telephone in the vehicle. Check that the headphones are on correctly using the L (left) and R (right) on the headphones.
Page 256: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
7-46 Infotainment System Cleaning the Video Screen The radio functionality is controlled (if available), located on the front by both the RSA and the front radio. audio system. Turn the iPod on, When cleaning the video screen, Only one band can be tuned to at then choose the front auxiliary input use only a clean cloth dampened one time.
Page 257 Infotainment System 7-47 While listening to a disc, press the While a CD or DVD A disc is (Seek): When listening to FM, left seek arrow to go back to the playing, press this button to go to AM, or XM (if equipped), press start of the current track or chapter the beginning of the CD or DVD A.
Page 258: Bluetooth
7-48 Infotainment System Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. Phone 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 Bluetooth this section for more information.
Page 259 Infotainment System 7-49 When to Speak: A short tone Bluetooth Controls Pairing Information sounds after the system responds A Bluetooth phone with MP3 Use the buttons located on the indicating when it is waiting for a capability cannot be paired to steering wheel to operate the voice command.
Page 260 7-50 Infotainment System Pairing a Phone with <phone name> has been 3. Say Delete. The system asks successfully paired after the which phone to delete. 1. Press and hold pairing process is complete. 4. Say the name of the phone you two seconds.
Page 261 Infotainment System 7-51 Storing and Deleting Phone Using the Store Command repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone. After the last Numbers 1. Press and hold digit has been entered, say The system can store up to two seconds.
Page 262 7-52 Infotainment System Listing Stored Numbers Using the Dial or Call To hear all of the numbers Command recognized by the system, say The list command will list all stored Verify at any time. numbers and name tags. 1. Press and hold 1.
Page 263 Infotainment System 7-53 Receiving a Call Three Way Calling Muting a Call When an incoming call is received, Three way calling must be During a call, all sounds from inside the audio system mutes and a ring supported on the cell phone and the vehicle can be muted so that the tone is heard in the vehicle.
Page 264 7-54 Infotainment System Transferring Audio from the To access contacts stored in the cell Sending a Number or Name Tag Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone During a Call phone: During a call with the audio in the 1. Press .
Page 265 License Agreements ® logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by General Motors is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the...
Page 266 7-56 Infotainment System NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 267 Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) Climate Control Systems With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled. Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) ... . . 8-1 Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only) .
Page 268 Climate Controls Air Delivery Mode Control: Turn (Defrost): This mode removes (Recirculation): Press to turn clockwise or counterclockwise to fog or frost from the windshield the recirculation mode on. An change the direction of the airflow more quickly. Air is directed to the indicator light comes on to show inside the vehicle.
Page 269 Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger Do not use anything (Air Conditioning): Press to sharp on the inside of the rear turn the air conditioning system on For vehicles with a rear window window. If you do, you could cut or off. An indicator light comes on to defogger, a warming grid is used to or damage the warming grid, and show that the air conditioning is on.
Page 270 Climate Controls Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only) The knob can be positioned between two modes to select a With this system the heating and ventilation can be controlled. combination of those modes. Select from the following: (Vent): Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets.
Page 271: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System (Defrost): This mode removes fog or frost from the windshield The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with more quickly. Air is directed to the this system. The vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system windshield and the side window described later in this section.
Page 272 Climate Controls turned off. This is possible since Automatic Operation (On/Off): Press to turn the outside air always flows through climate control system on or off. AUTO (Automatic): When the system as the vehicle is Outside air still enters the vehicle, automatic operation is active, moving forward unless it is and is directed to the floor.
Page 273 Climate Controls help quickly cool down the air sensor regulates air temperature (Air Delivery Mode Control): inside the vehicle. The light based on sun load. For more Press these buttons to change the on the button comes on in information on the solar sensor, see direction of the airflow in the vehicle.
Page 274 Climate Controls freezing. The recirculation mode conditions, the indicator flashes (Floor): Air is directed to the cannot be selected while in the three times and then turns off. floor outlets, with some to the defrost mode. If the air conditioning is on and the windshield, side window outlets, and outside temperature drops below a second row floor outlets.
Page 275 Climate Controls This mode recirculates and helps vehicle circulates throughout the Heated Mirror: For vehicles with to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle. The recirculation mode heated outside rearview mirrors, the vehicle. It can be used to help cannot be used with the outside mirrors heat to help clear fog or frost prevent outside air and odors from air mode.
Page 276: Air Vents
8-10 Climate Controls There is also an exterior Air Vents temperature sensor located behind Use the air outlets located in the the front grille. This sensor reads center and on the side of the the outside air temperature and instrument panel to direct the helps maintain the temperature airflow.
Page 277 Driving and Operating Driving and Starting the Engine ..9-27 Ride Control Systems ® Fast Idle System ... . . 9-29 StabiliTrak System .
Page 278: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Towing Driving Information passenger to handle potential General Towing distractions. Information ....9-74 Distracted Driving Driving Characteristics and Become familiar with vehicle Towing Tips .
Page 279: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Defensive Driving Drunk Driving WARNING Defensive driving means always Death and injury associated with Taking your eyes off the road too expect the unexpected. The first drinking and driving is a global long or too often could cause a step in driving defensively is to wear tragedy.
Page 280: Control Of A Vehicle
Driving and Operating Control of a Vehicle If the engine ever stops while the If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the vehicle is being driven, brake hybrid supplement for more Braking, steering, and accelerating normally but do not pump the information.
Page 281: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Off-Road Recovery 2. Turn the steering wheel about Defensive drivers avoid most skids one-eighth of a turn, until the by taking reasonable care suited to right front tire contacts the existing conditions, and by not pavement edge. overdriving those conditions.
Page 282: Off-Road Driving
Driving and Operating Try to avoid sudden steering, To gain more ground clearance if WARNING acceleration, or braking, needed, it may be necessary to including reducing vehicle speed remove the front fascia lower When driving off-road, bouncing by shifting to a lower gear. Any air dam.
Page 283 Driving and Operating Do not damage shrubs, flowers, WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) trees, or grasses or disturb wildlife. Keep cargo in the cargo area the vehicle, set the parking Do not park over things that as far forward and as low as brake and shift the transmission burn.
Page 284 Driving and Operating Use headlamps even during the WARNING WARNING day to make the vehicle more visible. If the vehicle has the two speed Heavy braking when going down automatic transfer case, shifting a hill can cause your brakes to WARNING the transfer case to N (Neutral) overheat and fade.
Page 285 Driving and Operating Never try to turn the vehicle 3. If the vehicle cannot be restarted sideways, it can hit something around. If the hill is steep after stalling, set the parking that will trip it a rock, a rut, enough to stall the vehicle, brake, shift an automatic etc.
Page 286 9-10 Driving and Operating Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, Notice: Do not drive through WARNING standing water if it is deep or Ice enough to cover the wheel hubs, Use a low gear when driving in Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, axles or exhaust pipe.
Page 287: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating 9-11 After operation in mud or sand, Hydroplaning WARNING have the brake linings cleaned and Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water checked. These substances can can build up under the vehicle's Wet brakes can cause crashes. cause glazing and uneven braking. tires so they actually ride on the They might not work as well in a Check the body structure, steering,...
Page 288: Highway Hypnosis
9-12 Driving and Operating Have good tires with proper Hill and Mountain Roads WARNING tread depth. See Tires on Driving on steep hills or through page 10 50. If you do not shift down, the mountains is different than driving Turn off cruise control.
Page 289: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating 9-13 Stay in your own lane. Do not Winter Driving Try not to break the fragile traction. swing wide or cut across the If you accelerate too fast, the drive center of the road. Drive at Driving on Snow or Ice wheels will spin and polish the speeds that let you stay in your surface under the tires even more.
Page 290 9-14 Driving and Operating Blizzard Conditions WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: For more information about vehicle unless there is help nearby. carbon monoxide, see Engine Clear away snow from around If possible, use the Roadside...
Page 291: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating 9-15 ® If it takes some time for help to For vehicles with StabiliTrak , turn WARNING arrive, now and then when you run the traction control part of the the engine, push the accelerator system off. Shift back and forth If the vehicle's tires spin at high pedal slightly so the engine runs between R (Reverse) and a forward...
Page 292: Vehicle Load Limits
9-16 Driving and Operating Recovery Hooks Vehicle Load Limits It is very important to know how WARNING much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the Never pull on recovery hooks vehicle capacity weight and from the side. The hooks could includes the weight of all break and you and others could occupants, cargo, and all...
Page 293 Driving and Operating 9-17 open, you will find the label the front and rear axles. See WARNING (Continued) attached below the door lock Certification/Tire Label later in this section. post (striker). The tire and vehicle handles. This could loading information label shows cause loss of control and a Steps for Determining Correct the number of occupant seating...
Page 294 9-18 Driving and Operating The resulting figure equals your vehicle. See Trailer Towing on page 9 78 for the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. important information on For example, if the XXX towing a trailer, towing safety amount equals 1400 lbs rules and trailering tips.
Page 295 Driving and Operating 9-19 weight of the driver, passengers, This is called Gross Vehicle and cargo should never exceed Weight Rating (GVWR). The your vehicle's capacity weight. GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, Certification/Tire Label and cargo. The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles,...
Page 296 9-20 Driving and Operating The Certification/Tire label also Using heavier suspension WARNING contains important information components to get added about your Front Axle Reserve durability might not change Do not load the vehicle any Capacity. See What is front axle your weight ratings.
Page 297 Driving and Operating 9-21 There is also important loading When using this upper load WARNING information for off-road driving platform, be sure the load is in this manual. See Loading securely tied down to prevent it Things you put inside the Your Vehicle for Off-Road from shifting.
Page 298 9-22 Driving and Operating Add-On Equipment Loading Points Maximum When you carry removable * Equipment Weight items, you may need to put a Ladder Rack 340 kg limit on how many people you and Cargo (750 lbs) carry inside your vehicle. Be Cross Toolbox 181 kg sure to weigh your vehicle...
Page 299: Truck-Camper Loading
Driving and Operating 9-23 The holes for the Cargo When installing and loading a Refer to the Truck-Camper Management System (C) are not slide-in camper, check the Loading Information label in intended for attachment of manufacturer's instructions. the glove box for dimensions A aftermarket equipment.
Page 300 9-24 Driving and Operating Here is an example of proper of camper cargo, and the weight and on the rear wheels truck and camper match: of passengers in the camper. separately to determine axle loads. Individual axle loads The total cargo load should not exceed the truck's cargo weight should not exceed either of rating, and the camper's center...
Page 301: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating 9-25 Starting and replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every Operating time you get new brake linings. New Vehicle Break-In Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See Trailer Towing Notice: The vehicle does not The control used to adjust the on page 9 78 for the trailer need an elaborate break-in.
Page 302: Ignition Positions
9-26 Driving and Operating Ignition Positions will remain active. See Retained 3. Come to a complete stop, shift Accessory Power (RAP) on to P (Park), and turn the ignition page 9 29. to LOCK/OFF. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the This position locks the ignition.
Page 303: Starting The Engine
Driving and Operating 9-27 The steering can bind with the diagnostics, and to verify the Starting the Engine wheels turned off center. If this proper operation of the malfunction If the vehicle has a diesel engine, happens, move the steering wheel indicator lamp as may be required see the Duramax®...
Page 304 9-28 Driving and Operating Starting Procedure damage, this system also 2. If the engine does not start after prevents cranking if the engine 5-10 seconds, especially in very 1. With your foot off the accelerator is already running. Engine cold weather (below 18°C pedal, turn the ignition key to cranking can be stopped by or 0°F), it could be flooded with...
Page 305: Fast Idle System
Driving and Operating 9-29 Fast Idle System When the fast idle is active the Retained Accessory Driver Information Center (DIC) will Power (RAP) If the vehicle has this feature it is display FAST IDLE ON. available only with cruise control. The following vehicle accessories One of the following actions will turn The manual fast idle switch is...
Page 306: Engine Coolant Heater
9-30 Driving and Operating Engine Coolant Heater wire tie which bundles the The length of time the heater should electrical plug. Do not cut the remain plugged in depends on The engine heater can provide electrical cord. several factors. Ask a dealer in the easier starting and better fuel area where you will be parking the 3.
Page 307 Driving and Operating 9-31 Leaving the Vehicle With the If you have to leave the vehicle with WARNING (Continued) the engine running, be sure your Engine Running vehicle is in P (Park) and the gear not in N (Neutral). If you parking brake is firmly set before WARNING are pulling a trailer, see Driving...
Page 308: Shifting Out Of Park
9-32 Driving and Operating When you are ready to drive, move The shift lock release is always If you are still having a problem the shift lever out of P (Park) before functional except in the case of shifting, then have the vehicle you release the parking brake.
Page 309: Engine Exhaust
Driving and Operating 9-33 When less power is required, such Engine Exhaust WARNING (Continued) as cruising at a constant vehicle speed, the system will operate in There are holes or openings WARNING the half cylinder mode, allowing in the vehicle body from the vehicle to achieve better fuel damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon...
Page 310: Running The Vehicle While Parked
9-34 Driving and Operating Running the Vehicle WARNING WARNING While Parked It can be dangerous to get out Four-wheel drive vehicles with It is better not to park with the of the vehicle if the automatic the transfer case in N (Neutral) engine running.
Page 311: Automatic Transmission
Driving and Operating 9-35 Automatic WARNING Transmission It is dangerous to get out of the If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully hybrid supplement for more in P (Park) with the parking brake information.
Page 312 9-36 Driving and Operating N (Neutral): In this position, the D (Drive): This position is for WARNING engine does not connect with the normal driving. It provides the best wheels. To restart when you are fuel economy. If you need more If you have Four-Wheel Drive, the already moving, use N (Neutral) power for passing, and you are:...
Page 313 Driving and Operating 9-37 The vehicle has a shift stabilization vehicle is being used, such as with 3 (Third): This position is also used feature that adjusts the transmission a heavy load or when temperature for normal driving. It reduces vehicle shifting to the current driving changes.
Page 314: Manual Mode
9-38 Driving and Operating 1 (First): For the Hydra-Matic Notice: Spinning the tires vehicle's transmission and vehicle 4-Speed transmission this position or holding the vehicle in one speed while driving down hill or reduces vehicle speed even more place on a hill using only the towing a trailer by letting you select than 2 (Second) without using the accelerator pedal may damage...
Page 315: Tow/Haul Mode
Driving and Operating 9-39 the plus/minus button located on the Low Traction Mode steering column lever is used to If your vehicle has the Allison change to the gear. Transmission, or the Hydra-Matic Grade Braking is not available when 6-Speed Automatic Transmission, it Range Selection Mode is active.
Page 316: Four-Wheel Drive
9-40 Driving and Operating See Tow/Haul Mode Light on the Range Selection Mode. Grade Drive Systems page 5 26 and Hill and Mountain Braking assists in maintaining Roads on page 9 12 for more desired vehicle speeds when driving Four-Wheel Drive information.
Page 317 Driving and Operating 9-41 While driving on clean dry pavement Manual Transfer Case and during tight turns, you may experience vibration in the steering system. ® If the vehicle has StabiliTrak shifting into Four-Wheel Drive Low A Four-Wheel Drive indicator light will turn Traction Control and ®...
Page 318 9-42 Driving and Operating ® If the vehicle has StabiliTrak Recommended Transfer Case Settings shifting into Four-Wheel Drive Low Transfer Case Settings will turn Traction Control and Driving Conditions ® StabiliTrak off. See StabiliTrak System on page 9 55. Normal Severe Extreme Vehicle in Tow*...
Page 319 Driving and Operating 9-43 Avoid driving in Four-Wheel You can shift from Two-Wheel WARNING (Continued) Drive on clean, dry pavement. Drive High to Four-Wheel Drive It may cause your tires to wear High or Four-Wheel Drive High to before placing the transfer case in faster, make the transfer case Two-Wheel Drive High while the N (Neutral).
Page 320 9-44 Driving and Operating Shifting from Two-Wheel Drive case into Four-Wheel-Drive Low the transfer case will end up in High to Four-Wheel Drive High while the vehicle is moving faster N (Neutral). This is normal, and while the vehicle is in motion than 5 km/h (3 mph).
Page 321 Driving and Operating 9-45 Shift the transfer case in one Recommended Transfer Case Settings continuous motion into or out of the Transfer Case Settings N (Neutral) position. Driving Conditions Electronic Transfer Case Normal Severe Extreme Vehicle in Tow* *See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10 93 or Towing the Vehicle on page 10 93.
Page 322 9-46 Driving and Operating Shifting Into Two-Wheel 4 (Four-Wheel Drive High): Use WARNING Drive High the Four-Wheel Drive High position when extra traction is needed, such Turn the knob to the Two-Wheel Shifting the transfer case to as on snowy or icy roads or in most Drive High position.
Page 323 Driving and Operating 9-47 Four-Wheel Drive Low indicator After 30 seconds the transfer case Notice: Shifting the transmission light to stop flashing and remain on will shift to Four-Wheel Drive into gear before the requested before shifting the transmission High mode. mode indicator light has stopped in gear.
Page 324 9-48 Driving and Operating Shifting into Neutral 7. If the engine is running, verify After the transfer case has that the transfer case is in shifted out of N (Neutral), the To shift the transfer case to N (Neutral) by shifting the N (Neutral) light will go out.
Page 325 Driving and Operating 9-49 Automatic Transfer Case one will stay on. If the lights do front and rear wheels automatically not come on, you should take the based on driving conditions. Driving vehicle to your dealer for service. in this mode results in slightly lower An indicator light will flash while fuel economy than Two-Wheel shifting the transfer case.
Page 326 9-50 Driving and Operating ® If the vehicle has StabiliTrak If the SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE Shifting Into Four-Wheel Drive Low shifting into Four-Wheel Drive Low message stays on, you should will turn Traction Control and take the vehicle to your dealer for When Four-Wheel Drive Low is ®...
Page 327 Driving and Operating 9-51 Notice: Shifting the transmission Shifting Out of Four-Wheel damaging the vehicle, always wait Drive Low into gear before the requested for the mode indicator lights to mode indicator light has stopped stop flashing before shifting the To shift from Four-Wheel Drive Low flashing could damage the transmission into gear.
Page 328 9-52 Driving and Operating Shifting into Neutral 7. If the engine is running, make 3. Turn the transfer case dial sure that the transfer case is in to Two-Wheel Drive High, To shift the transfer case to N (Neutral) by shifting the Four-Wheel Drive High, N (Neutral) do the following: transmission to R (Reverse) for...
Page 329: System (Abs)
Driving and Operating 9-53 Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS...
Page 330: Parking Brake
9-54 Driving and Operating Parking Brake brake is fully released and the control module to supplement the brake warning light is off before power brake system under driving. conditions where the driver has quickly and forcefully applied the To release the parking brake, hold brake pedal in an attempt to quickly the regular brake pedal down, then stop or slow down the vehicle.
Page 331: Ride Control Systems Stabilitrak
Driving and Operating 9-55 This feature is designed to prevent Ride Control Systems the vehicle is started. See Trailer the vehicle from rolling, either Sway Control (TSC) on page 9 105 forward or rearward, during vehicle for more information. ® StabiliTrak System drive off.
Page 332 9-56 Driving and Operating If a DIC message appears, make the appropriate DIC message sure the StabiliTrak system has not displays. This will also disable the been turned off using the Traction TSC feature. Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Traction control and StabiliTrak button.
Page 333 Driving and Operating 9-57 It is recommended to leave the brakes to each individual wheel wheel(s) excessively while these system on for normal driving (brake-traction control) as lights and messages are conditions, but it may be necessary necessary. displayed. to turn the system off if the vehicle The TCS is enabled automatically The TCS may activate on dry or is stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow,...
Page 334: Locking Rear Axle
9-58 Driving and Operating Non-hybrid vehicles with StabiliTrak Cruise Control When the brakes are applied, cruise have a Trailer Sway Control (TSC) control is turned off. feature. See Trailer Sway Control For vehicles with an Allison or WARNING (TSC) on page 9 105. Hydra Matic 6 speed automatic Non-hybrid vehicles with StabiliTrak transmission, see Grade Braking...
Page 335 Driving and Operating 9-59 Resuming a Set Speed (Cancel): Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the If the cruise control is set at a set speed from memory. desired speed and then the brakes are applied, the cruise control is Setting Cruise Control disengaged without erasing the set If the cruise button is on when not in...
Page 336 9-60 Driving and Operating Reducing Speed While Using hills, pressing the accelerator pedal active when the exhaust brake Cruise Control may be necessary to maintain is enabled (if equipped). See vehicle speed. "Range Selection Mode" under If the cruise control system is Manual Mode on page 9 38.
Page 337: Object Detection Systems
Driving and Operating 9-61 Object Detection the rear bumper. This distance may WARNING (Continued) be less during warmer or humid Systems weather. check the area around the vehicle Turning the System On and Off and check all mirrors before Ultrasonic Parking Assist backing.
Page 338: Rear Vision
9-62 Driving and Operating A tow bar is attached to the URPA defaults to the on setting PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE vehicle. each time the vehicle is started. OWNERS MANUAL: This message can occur under the The bumper is damaged. Take Notice: If you use URPA while the following conditions: the vehicle to your dealer to...
Page 339 Driving and Operating 9-63 Turning the RVC System On or Off Turning the RVC System On or Off WARNING (Continued) To turn off the RVC system, press To turn the RVC system on or off: using only the RVC screen, such and hold , located on the 1.
Page 340 9-64 Driving and Operating The delay after shifting out of 3. Press MENU to enter the (Contrast): Touch the + (plus) R (Reverse) is approximately configure menu options. Turn (minus) screen buttons to 10 seconds. The delay can be the Multifunction knob until the increase or decrease the contrast of canceled by performing one of the Display feature is highlighted...
Page 341 Driving and Operating 9-65 3. Press MENU to enter the RVC Location configure menu options. Turn the Multifunction knob until the Display feature is highlighted and press the Multifunction knob. Or press the Display screen button 4. Select the Rear Camera Options screen button.
Page 342 9-66 Driving and Operating Displayed images may be further or closer than they appear. The area displayed is limited and objects which are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper do not display. Disconnecting the RVC The rear vision camera must be disconnected if the tailgate needs to be removed.
Page 343 Driving and Operating 9-67 The back of the vehicle is in Reverse this procedure to reinstall The fast flash conditions are an accident, the position and the RVC and make sure the used to protect the video mounting angle of the camera grommet and connection are device from high temperature can change or the camera can...
Page 344: Fuel
9-68 Driving and Operating Fuel See Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on page 9 71. For all other vehicles, For diesel engine vehicles, see use only the unleaded gasoline Fuel for Diesel Engines in the described under Recommended Duramax Diesel Supplement. Fuel on page 9 68.
Page 345: Gasoline Specifications
Driving and Operating 9-69 If the vehicle has the 6.2L V8 engine Gasoline Specifications control system performance might (VIN Code 2), use premium be affected. The malfunction (U.S. and Canada Only) unleaded gasoline with a posted indicator lamp could turn on and the octane rating of 91 or higher.
Page 346: Fuel Additives
In most cases, nothing gasoline additive recommended by vehicle warranty. should have to be added to the fuel. General Motors. It is available at Some gasolines that are However, some gasolines contain your dealer. not reformulated for low...
Page 347: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
Driving and Operating 9-71 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) At a minimum, E85 should meet E85 has less energy per liter ASTM Specification D 5798 or (gallon) than gasoline, so you will Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge CGSB Specification 3.512. Filling need to refill the fuel tank more and a yellow fuel cap can use either the tank with fuel mixtures that...
Page 348: Filling The Tank
9-72 Driving and Operating Filling the Tank The tethered fuel cap is located If the vehicle is a dual fuel tank behind a hinged fuel door on the chassis cab model, and it runs out If the vehicle has a diesel engine, driver side of the vehicle.
Page 349: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-73 The TIGHTEN GAS CAP message Filling a Portable Fuel WARNING (Continued) displays on the Driver Information Container Center (DIC) if the fuel cap is not Bring the fill nozzle in contact properly installed. See Fuel System with the inside of the fill WARNING Messages on page 5 43 for more...
Page 350: General Towing
9-74 Driving and Operating During the first 800 km Towing vehicle such as a motor home, see (500 miles) that a trailer is Recreational Vehicle Towing on towed, do not drive over 80 km/h page 10 93. General Towing (50 mph) and do not make starts Information at full throttle.
Page 351 Driving and Operating 9-75 Driving with a Trailer lamps, tires, and mirrors. If the WARNING (Continued) trailer has electric brakes, start the combination moving and then apply WARNING Fully open the air outlets on the trailer brake controller by hand or under the instrument to be sure the brakes work.
Page 352 9-76 Driving and Operating Backing Up If the trailer turn signal bulbs burn immediately after towing at high out, the arrows on the instrument altitude on steep uphill grades, the Hold the bottom of the steering panel will still flash for turns. It is vehicle may show signs similar to wheel with one hand.
Page 353 Driving and Operating 9-77 If parking the rig on a hill: WARNING WARNING (Continued) 1. Press the brake pedal, but do not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn It can be dangerous to get out of If the transfer case on a the wheels into the curb if facing the vehicle if the shift lever is not four-wheel-drive vehicle is in...
Page 354: Trailer Towing
9-78 Driving and Operating Maintenance when Trailer Trailer Towing WARNING Towing If the vehicle has a diesel engine, The vehicle needs service more The driver can lose control when see the Duramax diesel supplement often when pulling a trailer. See pulling a trailer if the correct for more information.
Page 355 Driving and Operating 9-79 Notice: Pulling a trailer The following information has many Trailer weight rating (TWR) is improperly can damage the time-tested, important trailering tips calculated assuming the tow vehicle vehicle and result in costly and safety rules. Many of these are has only the driver but all required repairs not covered by the important for your safety and that of...
Page 356 9-80 Driving and Operating Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. Weights listed apply for conventional trailers and fifth-wheel trailers unless otherwise noted. Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 1500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Standard Box 4.3L V6 (b)
Page 357 Driving and Operating 9-81 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 5.3L V8 (b) 3.08 2 812 kg (6,200 lbs) 5 216 kg (11,500 lbs) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg (b) 3.08 3 130 kg (6,900 lbs) 5 534 kg (12,200 lbs) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling 3.42 4 400 kg (9,700 lbs)
Page 358 9-82 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 5.3L V8 (LMG) K5L HD 3.08 3 130 kg (6,900 lbs) 5 534 kg (12,200 lbs) Cooling Pkg 5.3L V8 (LC9) XFE 3.08 3 175 kg (7,000 lbs) 5 534 kg (12,200 lbs) 5.3L V8 (LMG) K5L HD 3.42...
Page 359 Driving and Operating 9-83 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 1500 Series 2WD Extended Cab Long Box 5.3L V8 (b) 3.08 2 722 kg (6,000 lbs) 5 216 kg (11,500 lbs) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg (b) 3.08 3 039 kg (6,700 lbs) 5 534 kg (12,200 lbs)
Page 360 9-84 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 1500 Series 4WD Extended Cab Standard Box 4.8L V8 (b) 3.42 2 495 kg (5,500 lbs) 4 990 kg (11,000 lbs) 5.3L V8 (b) 3.08 2 767 kg (6,100 lbs) 5 216 kg (11,500 lbs) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg (b) 3.08...
Page 361 Driving and Operating 9-85 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.08 3 039 kg (6,700 lbs) 5 534 kg (12,200 lbs) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.42 4 309 kg (9,500 lbs) 6 804 kg (15,000 lbs) 6.2L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.42...
Page 362 9-86 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling 3.42 4 218 kg (9,300 lbs) 6 804 kg (15,000 lbs) Conventional Trailer 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling 3.42 3 674 kg (8,100 lbs) 6 804 kg (15,000 lbs) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 2500 Series 2WD Extended Cab Standard Box HD...
Page 363 Driving and Operating 9-87 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 2500 Series 2WD Extended Cab Long Box HD 6.0L V8 3.73 4 400 kg (9,700 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer 4.10 5 897 kg (13,000 lbs) 9 299 kg (20,500 lbs) 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer...
Page 364 9-88 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 2500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Long Box HD 6.0L V8 3.73 4 491 kg (9,900 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer 4.10 5 897 kg (13,000 lbs) 9 299 kg (20,500 lbs) 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer...
Page 365 Driving and Operating 9-89 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3.73 4 354 kg (9,600 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 396 kg (14,100 lbs) 9 299 kg (20,500 lbs) 3500 Series 2WD Extended Cab Long Box 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 3.73...
Page 366 9-90 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 305 kg (13,900 lbs) 9 299 kg (20,500 lbs) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3.73 4 082 kg (9,000 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 4.10...
Page 367 Driving and Operating 9-91 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 214 kg (13,700 lbs) 9 299 kg (20,500 lbs) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3.73 4 037 kg (8,900 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 4.10...
Page 368 9-92 Driving and Operating Ask your dealer for trailering Weight of the Trailer Tongue information or advice, or write us at The tongue load (A) of any trailer is our Customer Assistance Offices. very important because it is also See Customer Assistance Offices part of the vehicle weight.
Page 369 Driving and Operating 9-93 Trailering may be limited by the Maximum Tongue vehicle's ability to carry tongue Vehicle Series Hitch Type Weight weight. Tongue or kingpin weight 1500 Weight Carrying 272 kg (600 lbs) cannot cause the vehicle to exceed the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight 1500 Weight Distributing...
Page 370: Towing Equipment
9-94 Driving and Operating Make sure not to exceed the GVWR Towing Equipment Consider using sway controls limit for the vehicle, or the RGAWR, with any trailer. Ask a trailering Hitches with the tow vehicle and trailer fully professional about sway controls or loaded for the trip including the refer to the trailer manufacturer's The correct hitch equipment helps...
Page 371 Driving and Operating 9-95 Fifth-Wheel and Gooseneck There should be at least six inches leave just enough slack so the of clearance between the top of the combination can turn. Never allow Trailering pickup box and the bottom of the safety chains to drag on the ground.
Page 372 9-96 Driving and Operating Be sure to follow the proper Basic Trailer Wiring Heavy-DutyTrailer Wiring Harness Package installation instructions included All regular, extended cab and crew with any electrical equipment that is cab pickups have a seven-wire installed. trailer towing harness. Notice: Leaving electrical For vehicles not equipped with equipment on for extended...
Page 373 Driving and Operating 9-97 Red: Battery Feed* headlamps as a second way to boost the vehicle system and Dark Blue: Trailer Brake* charge the battery. *The fuses for these two circuits are Camper/Fifth-Wheel Trailer Wiring installed in the underhood electrical Package center, but the wires are not connected.
Page 374 9-98 Driving and Operating Electric Brake Control Wiring harness. If an aftermarket trailer brake controller is installed, the Provisions ITBC must be disconnected. Do not These wiring provisions are power both ITBC and aftermarket included with the vehicle as part of controllers to control the trailer the trailer wiring package.
Page 375 Driving and Operating 9-99 When pulling a heavy trailer Integrated Trailer Brake The ITBC system is integrated or a large or heavy load in with the vehicle s brake, antilock Control System stop-and-go traffic. brake, and StabiliTrak (if equipped) systems. In trailering conditions that When pulling a heavy trailer or cause the vehicle s antilock brake a large or heavy load in busy...
Page 376 9-100 Driving and Operating If the vehicle s brake, antilock brake, When trailering, make sure of the WARNING or StabiliTrak systems are not following: functioning properly, the ITBC The ITBC system is used only Connecting a trailer that is not system may not be fully functional with trailers that are equipped compatible with the ITBC system...
Page 377 Driving and Operating 9-101 Pressing a Trailer Gain Trailer Brake Control Panel available to the electric trailer button If the Trailer Brake brakes and allows manual Display Page is not currently application of the trailer brakes. The displayed, pressing a Trailer Trailer Brake Control Panel is used Gain button will first recall the along with the Trailer Brake Display...
Page 378 9-102 Driving and Operating There is a fault in the ITBC TRAILER GAIN: This setting is Non-hybrid vehicles with Trailer system (a SERVICE TRAILER displayed any time the Trailer Brake Sway Control (TSC) or Hill Start BRAKE SYSTEM message will Display Page is active.
Page 379 Driving and Operating 9-103 Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure electrical connections. See 5. Drive the vehicle with the trailer Vehicle Load Limits on attached on a level road surface Trailer Gain should be set for a page 9 16 for more information. representative of the towing specific trailering condition and condition and free of traffic at...
Page 380 9-104 Driving and Operating 7. Re-adjust Trailer Gain any time If the disconnect occurs while To determine if the electrical fault vehicle loading, trailer loading or the vehicle is stationary, this is on the vehicle side or trailer road surface conditions change message will automatically turn side of the trailer wiring harness or if trailer wheel lock-up is...
Page 381: Trailer Sway
Driving and Operating 9-105 vehicle to an authorized GM dealer Trailer Sway Conversions and to have the ITBC system diagnosed Control (TSC) Add-Ons and repaired. Non-hybrid vehicles with StabiliTrak If either the CHECK TRAILER Add-On Electrical have a Trailer Sway Control (TSC) WIRING or SERVICE TRAILER feature.
Page 382: Adding A Snow Plow Or Similar Equipment
9-106 Driving and Operating Adding a Snow Plow or Some vehicles are built with a (300 lb). This means that you may special snow plow prep package, only be able to carry one passenger. Similar Equipment called RPO VYU. If the vehicle has But, even this may be too much if this option, you can add a plow to it, there is other equipment already...
Page 383 Driving and Operating 9-107 The snow plow manufacturer In order to calculate the amount of or installer can assist you in weight any front accessory, such as determining the amount of rear a snow plow, is adding to the front ballast required, to help make axle, use the following formula: sure the snowplow/vehicle...
Page 384 9-108 Driving and Operating For example, adding a 318 kg WARNING WARNING (Continued) (700 lb) snow plow actually adds more than 318 kg (700 lb) to the On some vehicles that have rear weight distribution ratio is front axle. Using the formula, if the certain front mounted equipment, necessary to provide proper snow plow is 122 cm (4 ft) in front of...
Page 385: Pickup Conversion To
Driving and Operating 9-109 See your dealer for additional Pickup Conversion to advice and information about using Chassis Cab a snow plow on the vehicle. Also, see Vehicle Load Limits on We are aware that some vehicle page 9 16. owners might consider having the pickup box removed and a Emergency Roof Lamp...
Page 386 9-110 Driving and Operating NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 387: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Overheated Engine Bulb Replacement Protection Bulb Replacement ..10-39 Operating Mode ... 10-24 Halogen Bulbs ....10-39 Engine Fan .
Page 388: General Information
10-2 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Uniform Tire Quality General Information Grading ....10-70 Tires ......10-50 For service and parts needs, Wheel Alignment and Tire Tire Sidewall Labeling .
Page 389: California Proposition
Vehicle Care 10-3 California Proposition California Perchlorate Accessories and 65 Warning Materials Requirements Modifications Most motor vehicles, including this Certain types of automotive Adding non dealer accessories or one, contain and/or emit chemicals applications, such as airbag making modifications to the vehicle known to the State of California to initiators, safety belt pretensioners, can affect vehicle performance and...
Page 390: Vehicle Checks
10-4 Vehicle Care Damage to vehicle components Vehicle Checks If doing some of your own service resulting from modifications or the work, use the proper service installation or use of non GM manual. It tells you much more Doing Your Own certified parts, including control about how to service the vehicle Service Work...
Page 391: Hood
Vehicle Care 10-5 Hood 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...
Page 392 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 5.3 L V8 Engine Shown (4.3 L V6 Engine, 4.8 L V8 Engine, 6.0 L V8 Engine, and 6.2 L V8 Engine Similar) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 393: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 10-7 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on H. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of Engine Oil page 10 17. View). See Checking Engine For diesel engine vehicles, see Oil under Engine Oil on B. Coolant Surge Tank and Engine Oil in the Duramax Diesel page 10 7.
Page 394 10-8 Vehicle Care Checking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross-hatched It is a good idea to check the engine area that shows the proper oil level at each fuel fill. In order to operating range, the engine could get an accurate reading, the vehicle be damaged.
Page 395 Vehicle Care 10-9 Specification Viscosity Grade Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause Use and ask for licensed engine SAE 5W 30 is the best viscosity engine damage not covered by the oils with the dexos1 approved grade for the vehicle.
Page 396: Engine Oil Life System
10-10 Vehicle Care Engine Oil Life System best conditions, the oil life system How to Reset the Engine Oil might indicate that an oil change is Life System When to Change Engine Oil not necessary for up to a year. Reset the system whenever the The engine oil and filter must be This vehicle has a computer system...
Page 397: Automatic Transmission Fluid (4-Speed Transmission)
Vehicle Care 10-11 On all vehicles, the Engine Oil Life Automatic Transmission Notice: Too much or too System can be reset as follows: little fluid can damage the Fluid (4-Speed transmission. Too much can 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with Transmission) mean that some of the fluid could the engine off.
Page 398 10-12 Vehicle Care Get the vehicle warmed up by Checking the Fluid Level Then, without shutting off the driving about 24 km (15 miles) when engine, follow these steps: Prepare the vehicle as follows: outside temperatures are above 1. Park the vehicle on a level 10°C (50°F).
Page 399 Vehicle Care 10-13 Consistency of Readings Notice: Use of the incorrect automatic transmission fluid Always check the fluid level at least may damage the vehicle, and the twice using the procedure described damages may not be covered by previously. Consistency (repeatable the vehicle warranty.
Page 400: Transmission)
10-14 Vehicle Care Automatic Transmission Change the fluid and filter at the Before checking the fluid level, scheduled maintenance intervals prepare the vehicle as follows: Fluid (6-Speed listed in Maintenance Schedule on 1. Start the engine and park the Transmission) page 11 3.
Page 401 Vehicle Care 10-15 6. Using the TRANS TEMP reading, determine and perform the appropriate check procedure. If the TRANS TEMP reading is not within the required temperature ranges, allow the vehicle to cool, or operate the 1. Locate the transmission 5.
Page 402 10-16 Vehicle Care Hot Check Procedure See Engine Compartment within the HOT band, and the Overview on page 10 6 for more transmission temperature is Use this procedure to check the information. between 71°C and 93°C transmission fluid level when the (160°F and 200°F), add or drain transmission fluid temperature 2.
Page 403: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Vehicle Care 10-17 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter How to Inspect the Engine Air Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/ Filter Cleaner/Filter If the vehicle has a diesel engine, To inspect the air cleaner/filter, see Pickup Models under Engine ® remove the engine air cleaner/filter Air Cleaner/Filter in the Duramax from the vehicle by following Diesel Supplement for the correct...
Page 404: Cooling System
10-18 Vehicle Care WARNING 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 5.3 L Engine Shown (4.3 L, 4.8 L, 3.
Page 405: Engine Coolant
Vehicle Care 10-19 Engine Coolant WARNING WARNING (Continued) The cooling system in the vehicle ® Heater and radiator hoses, and mixture, the engine could get too is filled with DEX-COOL engine other engine parts, can be very hot but you would not get the coolant.
Page 406 10-20 Vehicle Care Will not damage aluminum parts Never dispose of engine coolant it cools down. If coolant is visible by putting it in the trash, pouring it but the coolant level is not at or Helps keep the proper engine on the ground, or into sewers, above the FULL COLD mark, add a temperature...
Page 407 Vehicle Care 10-21 How to Add Coolant to the If no coolant is visible in the surge WARNING tank, add coolant as follows: Coolant Surge Tank for Gasoline Engines An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even If the vehicle has a diesel engine, when the engine is not running see Cooling System in the...
Page 408: Engine Overheating
10-22 Vehicle Care mixture to the coolant surge tank There is a coolant temperature until the level reaches the FULL gauge on the vehicle's instrument COLD mark. panel. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge on page 5 16. 5. Replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is In addition, there are ENGINE hand-tight and fully seated.
Page 409 Vehicle Care 10-23 Then check to see if the engine If Steam is Coming from the WARNING (Continued) cooling fans are running. If the Engine Compartment engine is overheating, both fans See Overheated Engine should be running. If they are not, WARNING Protection Operating Mode on do not continue to run the engine...
Page 410: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
10-24 Vehicle Care Idles for long periods in traffic vehicle distance from the vehicle in This operating mode allows the front. If the warning does not come vehicle to be driven to a safe Tows a trailer; see Trailer Towing back on, continue to drive normally.
Page 411: Power Steering Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-25 loading, trailer towing, and/or high system is functioning properly. The How to Check Power Steering outside temperatures, the fan speed fans will change to low speed when Fluid increases as the clutch more fully additional cooling is no longer Notice: Extremely small amounts engages, so an increase in fan required.
Page 412: Washer Fluid
10-26 Vehicle Care What to Use Adding Washer Fluid Notice When using concentrated To determine what kind of fluid to The vehicle has a low washer fluid washer fluid, follow the use, see Recommended Fluids and message on the DIC that comes manufacturer's instructions Lubricants on page 11 12.
Page 413: Brakes
Vehicle Care 10-27 Brakes Some driving conditions or climates Brake linings should always be can cause a brake squeal when the replaced as complete axle sets. This vehicle has front disc brakes brakes are first applied or lightly Brake Pedal Travel and could have rear drum brakes or applied.
Page 414: Brake Fluid
10-28 Vehicle Care If this is not done, the brakes might There are only two reasons why the WARNING 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 415 Vehicle Care 10-29 Checking Brake Fluid After work is done on the brake Notice hydraulic system, make sure the Using the wrong fluid Check brake fluid by looking at the level is above the MIN but not over can badly damage brake brake fluid reservoir.
Page 416: Battery
10-30 Vehicle Care Battery Vehicle Storage Four-Wheel Drive If the vehicle is a Hybrid, see the Transfer Case WARNING Hybrid Supplement for more When to Check Lubricant information. Batteries have acid that can burn Refer to Maintenance Schedule on This vehicle has a maintenance free you and gas that can explode.
Page 417: Front Axle
Vehicle Care 10-31 When to Change Lubricant Refer to Maintenance Schedule on page 11 3 to determine how often to change the lubricant. What to Use Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 to determine what kind of lubricant to use.
Page 418: Rear Axle
10-32 Vehicle Care How to Check Lubricant What to Use To get an accurate reading, the Refer to Recommended Fluids vehicle should be on a level and Lubricants on page 11 12 to surface. determine what kind of lubricant to use. Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly...
Page 419 Vehicle Care 10-33 Also, if a vehicle has just been How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the driven before checking the fluid vehicle should be on a level level, it may appear lower than surface. normal because fluid has traveled For all 4.3 L, 4.8 L and 5.3 L out along the axle tubes and has 1500 Series applications, the...
Page 420: Noise Control System
10-34 Vehicle Care For all 6.6 L Duramax Diesel Federal law prohibits the following Engine: 2500HD Series applications and acts or the causing thereof: Removal or rendering engine speed all 3500 Series applications, the 1. The removal or rendering governor, if the vehicle has one, proper level is from 17 mm to inoperative by any person, inoperative so as to allow engine...
Page 421: Function Check
Vehicle Care 10-35 Starter Switch Check If the vehicle starts in any other 3. With the engine off, turn the position, contact your dealer for ignition on, but do not start the service. engine. Without applying the WARNING regular brake, try to move the Automatic Transmission shift lever out of P (Park) with When you are doing this...
Page 422: Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check
10-36 Vehicle Care Park Brake and P (Park) Park on a fairly steep hill, with the Wiper Blade Replacement vehicle facing downhill. Keeping Mechanism Check Windshield wiper blades should be your foot on the regular brake, set inspected for wear or cracking. the parking brake.
Page 423: Glass Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-37 Headlamp Aiming The vehicle should: Be placed so the headlamps The vehicle has a visual optical are 7.6 m (25 ft) from a headlamp aiming system. The aim light colored wall. of the headlamps has been preset Have all four tires on a level at the factory and should need no surface which is level all the way...
Page 424 10-38 Vehicle Care Headlamp aiming is done with the 6. Turn on the low-beam vehicle's low-beam headlamps. headlamps and place a piece The high-beam headlamps will be of cardboard or equivalent in correctly aimed if the low-beam front of the headlamp not being headlamps are aimed properly.
Page 425: Bulb Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-39 8. Turn the vertical aiming screw Bulb Replacement Headlamps, Front Turn until the headlamp beam is Signal, Sidemarker, and For the proper type of replacement aimed to the horizontal tape Parking Lamps bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on line.
Page 426: Pick-Up Box Identification
10-40 Vehicle Care 3. When replacing a bulb on the Pick-Up Box Identification Taillamps (Chassis Cab passenger side, remove the and Fender Marker Models) Engine Air Cleaner cover. See Lamps Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 10 17 for more information. The pick-up box identification lamps are LEDs.
Page 427: Taillamps, Turn Signal
Vehicle Care 10-41 4. Install a new bulb into the To replace one of these bulbs: 3. Turn the bulb socket socket, turn it clockwise, and counterclockwise to remove 1. Open the tailgate. See Tailgate press it in until it is tight. it from the taillamp assembly.
Page 428: Center High-Mounted
10-42 Vehicle Care Center High-Mounted 2. On the reverse side of the lamp License Plate Lamp assembly, remove the bulb Stoplamp (CHMSL) and socket by turning it one quarter Cargo Lamp turn counterclockwise and pull it straight out. 3. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of the socket.
Page 429: Replacement Bulbs
Vehicle Care 10-43 3. Turn the bulb socket (C) Electrical System Exterior Lamp Bulb one quarter turn to release the Number bulb socket from the lamp Electrical System High-Beam housing (A). 9005 Overload Headlamp 4. Pull the bulb (B) from the bulb Low-Beam socket (C).
Page 430: Fuses And Circuit
10-44 Vehicle Care Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit If you ever have a problem on the road and don't have a spare fuse, Breakers An electrical overload may cause you can borrow one that has the the lamps to go on and off, or in same amperage.
Page 431 Vehicle Care 10-45 The Engine Compartment Fuse Block is located in the engine compartment, on the driver side of the vehicle. Lift the cover to access the fuse block. Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Notice: Spilling liquid on any Right Trailer Stop/ Engine Controls electrical component on the Turn Lamp...
Page 432 10-46 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Antilock Brakes System 2 Not Used Windshield Wiper Trailer Back-up Lamps Not Used SEO B2 Upfitter Usage (Battery) Driver Side Low-Beam Fuel Injectors, Ignition Headlamp Coils (Left Side) Electric Adjustable Pedals Engine Control Module Trailer Park Lamps Climate Controls (Battery)
Page 433 Vehicle Care 10-47 Fuses Usage J-Case Usage Relays Usage Fuses Heated Mirrors Cooling Fan High FAN HI Starter Speed SEO B1 Upfitter Usage (Battery) Stud 2 (Trailer Brakes) Cooling Fan Low FAN LO Speed Accessory Power Outlet Left Bussed Electrical Center 1 Cooling Fan SEO Upfitter Usage...
Page 434: Block
10-48 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block access door is located on the driver side edge of the instrument panel. The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Pull off the cover to access the fuse Steering Wheel features shown.
Page 435: Block
Vehicle Care 10-49 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Circuit Usage Breaker Driver Side Turn Interior Lamps Signal, Stoplamp Driver Side Power Power Door Lock 1 LT DR Window Circuit Instrument Panel (Unlock Feature) Breaker Back Lighting Rear Seat Passenger Side Turn Entertainment Harness Signal, Stoplamp...
Page 436: Wheels And Tires
10-50 Vehicle Care Top View Wheels and Tires Harness Connector Usage Tires Headliner HEADLINER 2 Harness Every new GM vehicle has Connector 2 high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. Headliner HEADLINER 1 Harness See the warranty manual for Connector 1 information regarding the tire warranty and where to get...
Page 437 Vehicle Care 10-51 The low profile, wide tread WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) design is not recommended for off road driving or commercial Underinflated tires pose the Improperly repaired tires can uses such as snow plowing. same danger as overloaded cause a crash. Only the See Off-Road Driving on tires.
Page 438: Tire Sidewall Labeling
10-52 Vehicle Care Tire Sidewall Labeling and service description. See (D) Tire Identification Number the Tire Size illustration later (TIN) The letters and numbers Useful information about a tire in this section for more detail. following the DOT code are is molded into the sidewall.
Page 439 Vehicle Care 10-53 (G) Maximum Cold Inflation aspect ratio, construction type, (D) DOT (Department of Load Limit Maximum load and service description. See the Transportation) that can be carried and the Tire Size illustration later in this Department of Transportation maximum pressure needed section for more detail.
Page 440: Tire Designations
10-54 Vehicle Care (F) Tire Ply Material The type would mean that the tire's of cord and number of plies in sidewall is 75 percent as high the sidewall and under the tread. as it is wide. (G) Single Tire Maximum (D) Construction Code Load Maximum load that can...
Page 441: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Vehicle Care 10-55 (LT Metric) tire illustration, it (single/dual). The speed rating is would mean that the tire's the maximum speed a tire is sidewall is 75 percent as high certified to carry a load. as it is wide. Tire Terminology and (D) Construction Code Definitions letter code is used to indicate...
Page 442 10-56 Vehicle Care Belt A rubber coated layer of Curb Weight The weight of a GAWR FRT Gross Axle cords that is located between motor vehicle with standard and Weight Rating for the front axle. the plies and the tread. Cords optional equipment including the See Vehicle Load Limits on may be made from steel or other...
Page 443 Vehicle Care 10-57 Maximum Inflation Pressure Outward Facing Sidewall Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic The maximum air pressure to side of an asymmetrical tire that tire in which the ply cords that which a cold tire can be inflated. has a particular side that faces extend to the beads are laid at The maximum air pressure is outward when mounted on a...
Page 444: Tire Pressure
10-58 Vehicle Care Treadwear Indicators Narrow Vehicle Capacity Weight Tire Pressure bands, sometimes called wear The number of designated Tires need the correct amount bars, that show across the tread seating positions multiplied by of air pressure to operate of a tire when only 1.6 mm 68 kg (150 lbs) plus the rated effectively.
Page 445 Vehicle Care 10-59 Overinflated tires, or tires How the vehicle is loaded Remove the valve cap from the that have too much air, can affects vehicle handling and ride tire valve stem. Press the tire gauge firmly onto the valve to result in: comfort.
Page 446: Tire Pressure Monitor System
10-60 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure for Vehicles with P265/70R17 or Each tire, including the spare P275/55R20 size tires require (if provided), should be checked High-Speed Operation inflation pressure adjustment when monthly when cold and inflated to driving the vehicle at speeds of the inflation pressure recommended WARNING 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher.
Page 447 Vehicle Care 10-61 Driving on a significantly The TPMS malfunction indicator is Always check the TPMS malfunction under inflated tire causes the combined with the low tire pressure telltale after replacing one or more tire to overheat and can lead to telltale.
Page 448: Operation
10-62 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor If the warning light comes on, stop A Tire and Loading Information as soon as possible and inflate the label shows the size of the original Operation 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...
Page 449 Vehicle Care 10-63 The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or TPMS Malfunction Light and process was not done or being near facilities using radio Message not completed successfully wave frequencies similar to the The TPMS will not function properly after rotating the tires.
Page 450 10-64 Vehicle Care The malfunction light and the DIC twice to signal the receiver 4. Start with the driver side message should go off at the next is in relearn mode and TIRE front tire. ignition cycle. The sensors are LEARNING ACTIVE message 5.
Page 451: Tire Inspection
Vehicle Care 10-65 The tire has a bump, bulge, 9. Turn the ignition switch to If your vehicle has dual rear or split. LOCK/OFF. wheels, also see Dual Tire Rotation on page 10 67. The tire has a puncture, cut, 10.
Page 452 10-66 Vehicle Care Loading Information label after the tires have been rotated. See Tire Pressure on page 10 58 and Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 16. Check that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2.
Page 453: Dual Tire Rotation
Vehicle Care 10-67 Lightly coat the center of the Dual Tire Rotation WARNING wheel hub with wheel bearing When the vehicle is new, grease after a wheel change or If the vehicle is operated with a or whenever a wheel, wheel tire rotation to prevent corrosion tire that is underinflated, the tire bolt, or wheel nut is replaced,...
Page 454: When It Is Time For New
10-68 Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New Inspection on page 10 65 and Tire Parking for an extended period can Rotation on page 10 65 for cause flat spots on the tires that Tires additional information. may result in vibrations while driving.
Page 455 Vehicle Care 10-69 Spec number is molded onto the WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) tire's sidewall near the tire size. If the tires have an all season tread Only your dealer or authorized tire was developed for use on this design, the TPC Spec number will tire service center should vehicle and will not affect vehicle be followed by MS for mud and...
Page 456: Different Size Tires And Wheels
10-70 Vehicle Care Vehicles that have a tire pressure control, and electronic stability Uniform Tire Quality monitoring system could give an control, the performance of these Grading inaccurate low pressure warning systems can also be affected. if non TPC Spec rated tires are Quality grades can be found installed.
Page 457 While the tires available on upon the actual conditions of hydroplaning, or peak traction General Motors passenger cars characteristics. their use, however, and may and light trucks may vary with depart significantly from the...
Page 458: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-72 Vehicle Care The grade C corresponds to a Wheel Alignment and Tire Wheel Replacement level of performance which all Balance Replace any wheel that is bent, passenger car tires must meet cracked, or badly rusted or The tires and wheels were aligned under the Federal Motor Safety corroded.
Page 459 Vehicle Care 10-73 Notice: The wrong wheel can Used Replacement Wheels WARNING also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, WARNING Using the wrong replacement speedometer or odometer wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel calibration, headlamp aim, Replacing a wheel with a used nuts can be dangerous.
Page 460: Tire Chains
10-74 Vehicle Care Tire Chains Notice: If the vehicle does not WARNING (Continued) have dual wheels and has a tire size other than P265/65R18, WARNING Use another type of traction P275/55R20, LT265/70R17, device only if its manufacturer LT265/70R18, LT265/60R20, If the vehicle has dual wheels recommends it for use on the P285/50R20, P285/45R22, or or P265/65R18, P275/55R20,...
Page 461: If A Tire Goes Flat
Vehicle Care 10-75 If a Tire Goes Flat WARNING WARNING 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.
Page 462: Tire Changing
10-76 Vehicle Care Turn on the hazard warning The following information explains WARNING (Continued) flashers. See Hazard Warning how to use the jack and change Flashers on page 6 5. a tire. 5. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle. Tire Changing WARNING 6.
Page 463 Vehicle Care 10-77 E. Jack Knob For extended and crew cab models, the equipment is on the Wing Nut Retaining Wheel shelf behind the passenger side Blocks second row seat. 1. Turn the knob on the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head to release the jack from its holder.
Page 464 10-78 Vehicle Care Jack Handle Extensions Spare Tire Lock (If equipped) 1. Open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper and use the ignition key to remove the spare tire lock (J). To remove the spare tire lock, insert the ignition key turn and pull straight out.
Page 465 Vehicle Care 10-79 5. Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle. 6. Tilt the tire toward the vehicle A. Jack 2. If the vehicle has wheel nut with some slack in the cable to caps, loosen them by turning the B.
Page 466 10-80 Vehicle Care If the wheel has a smooth center cap, place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel, and gently pry it out. Front Position - 1500 Models 3. Use the wheel wrench and turn it counterclockwise to loosen the 4.
Page 467 Vehicle Care 10-81 Front Position - All Other Models Rear Position 1500 Models Rear Position All Other Models Position the jack under the 5. If the flat tire is on the rear, for For all other models, position the vehicle, as shown. If the flat tire 1500 models position the jack jack under the rear axle between is on the front of the vehicle (all...
Page 468 10-82 Vehicle Care Make sure that the jack head is 6. Turn the wheel wrench WARNING positioned so that the rear axle clockwise to raise the vehicle. is resting securely between Raise the vehicle far enough off Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the the grooves that are on the the ground so there is enough parts to which it is fastened, can...
Page 469 Vehicle Care 10-83 WARNING WARNING Never use oil or grease on bolts If wheel studs are damaged, they or nuts because the nuts might can break. If all the studs on a come loose. The vehicle's wheel wheel broke, the wheel could could fall off, causing a crash.
Page 470 10-84 Vehicle Care place the cap on the wheel and tap WARNING it into place until it seats flush with the wheel. The cap only goes on Wheel nuts that are improperly or one way. Be sure to line up the incorrectly tightened can cause tab on the center cap with the the wheels to become loose or...
Page 471 Vehicle Care 10-85 pointing up can damage the D. Tire/Wheel Retainer wheel. Always stow the wheel E. Hoist Shaft with the valve stem pointing Hoist End of Extension Tool down and have the wheel/tire repaired as soon as possible. G. Hoist Shaft Access Hole Store the tire under the rear of the H.
Page 472 10-86 Vehicle Care 5. Raise the tire part way upward. 8. Reinstall the spare tire lock, G. Jack Make sure the retainer is seated if the vehicle has one. H. Bolt Retaining Wheel Blocks in the wheel opening. To store the jack and jack tools: 1.
Page 473: Full-Size Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 10-87 Full-Size Spare Tire Notice: If the vehicle has After installing the spare tire on your four-wheel drive and a different vehicle, you should stop as soon as Your vehicle, when new, had a size spare tire is installed, do possible and make sure the spare fully-inflated spare tire.
Page 474: Jump Starting
10-88 Vehicle Care Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps WARNING could result in costly damage to For more information about the the vehicle that would not be Batteries can hurt you. They can vehicle battery, see Battery on covered by the warranty. be dangerous because: page 10 30.
Page 475 Vehicle Care 10-89 get enough power from a single To avoid the possibility of the 4. Turn off the ignition on both battery in another vehicle to vehicles rolling, set the parking vehicles. Unplug unnecessary start your diesel engine. If your brake firmly on both vehicles accessories plugged into the vehicle has more than one...
Page 476 10-90 Vehicle Care For more information on WARNING (Continued) the location of the remote positive (+) and remote Be sure the battery has enough negative ( ) terminals, see water. You do not need to add Engine Compartment Overview water to the battery installed in on page 10 6 your new vehicle.
Page 477 Vehicle Care 10-91 Do not connect positive (+) to 8. Do not let the other end touch WARNING negative ( ) or you will get a metal. Connect it to the short that would damage the positive (+) terminal of the Fans or other moving engine battery and maybe other parts good battery.
Page 478 10-92 Vehicle Care 12. Try to start the vehicle that To disconnect the jumper cables had the dead battery. If it will from both vehicles do the following: not start after a few tries, it 1. Disconnect the black probably needs service. negative ( ) cable from the Notice: If the jumper cables are vehicle that had the bad battery.
Page 479: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-93 What is the distance that will be Towing Recreational Vehicle travelled? Some vehicles have Towing restrictions on how far and how Towing the Vehicle long they can tow. Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another Notice: To avoid damage, the Is the proper towing equipment vehicle, such as a motor home.
Page 480 10-94 Vehicle Care Dinghy Towing Two-wheel-drive vehicles should 2. Turn the engine off and firmly set not be towed with all four wheels the parking brake. Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles on the ground. Two-wheel-drive 3. Securely attach the vehicle transmissions have no provisions being towed to the tow vehicle.
Page 481 Vehicle Care 10-95 5. Release the parking brake only Dolly Towing Two-wheel-drive vehicles should after the vehicle being towed is not be towed with the rear wheels Front Towing (Front Wheels Off firmly attached to the towing on the ground. Two-wheel-drive the Ground) Two-Wheel-Drive vehicle.
Page 482 10-96 Vehicle Care Front Towing (Front Wheels Off 3. Shift the transmission to 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly the Ground) Four-Wheel-Drive P (Park). following the manufacturer's Vehicles instructions. 4. Firmly set the parking brake. 7. Shift the transfer case to N (Neutral).
Page 483 Vehicle Care 10-97 Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off 2. Drive the rear wheels onto the Four Wheel Drive Vehicles dolly. the Ground) Use the following procedure to dolly 3. Firmly set the parking brake. tow a four-wheel-drive vehicle from Two Wheel Drive Vehicles See Parking Brake on the rear: page 9 54.
Page 484: Appearance Care
10-98 Vehicle Care 6. Use an adequate clamping Appearance Care exceeding 8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) device designed for towing to can result in damage or removal ensure that the front wheels are of paint and decals. Exterior Care locked into the straight position. Rinse the vehicle well, before Washing the Vehicle washing and after, to remove all...
Page 485 Vehicle Care 10-99 cleaners that are marked safe for For aluminum, never use auto or Replace the wiper blades if they painted surfaces to remove foreign chrome polish, steam, or caustic are worn or damaged. Damage matter. soap to clean. A coating of can be caused by extreme dusty wax, rubbed to high polish, is conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun,...
Page 486 10-100 Vehicle Care Wheels and Trim Aluminum Notice: To avoid surface Body Component Lubrication damage, do not use strong soaps, or Chrome Lubricate all key lock cylinders, chemicals, abrasive polishes, hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and Use a soft, clean cloth with mild cleaners, brushes, or cleaners steel fuel door hinge unless the soap and water to clean the wheels.
Page 487: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-101 Original manufacturer replacement furnishings can also permanently interior, maintain adequate parts will provide the corrosion transfer color to the vehicle's ventilation by opening the doors protection while maintaining the interior. and windows. vehicle warranty. Use a soft bristle brush to remove To prevent damage, do not clean dust from knobs and crevices on the the interior using the following...
Page 488 10-102 Vehicle Care Do not heavily saturate the gently remove as much of the soil 4. Continue gently rubbing the upholstery when cleaning. as possible using one of the soiled area until there is no following techniques: longer any color transfer from Do not use solvents or cleaners the soil to the cleaning cloth.
Page 489 Vehicle Care 10-103 Instrument Panel, Leather, Do not use cleaners that increase Care of Safety Belts gloss, especially on the instrument Vinyl, & Other Plastic Surfaces Keep belts clean and dry. panel. Reflected glare can decrease Use a soft microfiber cloth visibility through the windshield dampened with water to remove WARNING...
Page 490: Floor Mats
10-104 Vehicle Care Do not place anything on top of Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for the driver side floor mat. proper floor mat usage. Use only a single floor mat on The original equipment floor WARNING the driver side. mats were designed for the If a floor mat is the wrong size vehicle.
Page 491: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information hours, courtesy transportation, and online scheduling to assist with Maintenance This maintenance section applies to service needs. vehicles with a gasoline engine. For Your dealer recognizes the diesel engine vehicles, see the importance of providing maintenance schedule section in General Information...
Page 492 11-2 Service and Maintenance Proper vehicle maintenance helps to Refer to the information in the WARNING keep the vehicle in good working Maintenance Schedule Additional condition, improves fuel economy, Required Services Normal chart. Performing maintenance work and reduces vehicle emissions. The Additional Required can be dangerous and can Because of the way people use...
Page 493: Maintenance Schedule
Service and Maintenance 11-3 Check engine coolant level. See Maintenance for more than a year. The engine oil Engine Coolant on page 10 19. and filter must be changed at least Schedule once a year and the oil life system Check windshield washer fluid must be reset.
Page 494 11-4 Service and Maintenance Visually inspect steering, Check starter switch. See Starter Check accelerator pedal for suspension, and chassis Switch Check on page 10 35. damage, high effort, or binding. components for damaged, loose, Replace if needed. Check automatic transmission or missing parts or signs of shift lock control function.
Page 495 Service and Maintenance 11-5 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 496 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance b) Or every four years, whichever d) Or every five years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. comes first. See Cooling System on Services Normal page 10 18. c) Do not directly power wash the a) Check all fuel and vapor lines transfer case output seals.
Page 497 Service and Maintenance 11-7 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 498: Services
11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance d) Do not directly power wash the Special Application Schedule Additional Required transfer case output seals. High Services Services Severe pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer a) Extreme service. For vehicles Vehicles with Dual Wheels: case fluid.
Page 499: And Care
Service and Maintenance 11-9 Additional Battery Brakes The battery supplies power to Brakes stop the vehicle and are Maintenance and Care start the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. additional electrical accessories. Your vehicle is an important Signs of brake wear may include investment and caring for it To avoid break down or failure chirping, grinding, or squealing...
Page 500 11-10 Service and Maintenance Hoses Shocks and Struts rubber; cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall; or a bulge or Hoses transport fluids and should Shocks and struts help aid in control split in the tire. be regularly inspected to ensure for a smoother ride.
Page 501 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Wheel Alignment Windshield Wiper Blades Wheel alignment is critical for For safety, appearance, and the Wiper blades need to be cleaned ensuring that the tires deliver best viewing, keep the windshield and kept in good condition to optimal wear and performance.
Page 502: Lubricants, And Parts
11-12 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants This maintenance section applies to vehicles with a gasoline engine. If the vehicle has a diesel engine and/or an Allison Transmission, see the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX® Diesel supplement. Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Page 503 Service and Maintenance 11-13 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293, in Canada 992723) Floor Shift Linkage or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2 Category LB or GC-LB. Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or Chassis Lubrication lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Page 504 11-14 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Hood Hinges Canada 10953474). Body Door Hinge Pins, Tailgate Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Hinge and Linkage, and Fuel Door Canada 10953474). Hinge Tailgate Handle Pivot Points, Hinges, Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No.
Page 505: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-15 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Standard Filter...
Page 506: Maintenance Records
11-16 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 507 Service and Maintenance 11-17 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 508 11-18 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 509: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN Vehicle Identification is the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 510: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 for more information. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. Capacities Application Metric...
Page 511 Technical Data 12-3 Capacities Application Metric English Engine Oil with Filter 4.3L V6 4.3 L 4.5 qt 4.8L V8; 5.3L V8; 6.0L V8; 6.2L V8 5.7 L 6.0 qt Fuel Tank 1500 Series Standard and Short Box 98.4 L 26.0 gal 1500 Series Long Box 128.7 L 34.0 gal...
Page 512 12-4 Technical Data Capacities Application Metric English Transmission Fluid - Automatic (Pan Removal and Filter Replacement) 4-Speed Transmission 4L60-E Electronic Transmission 4.7 L 5.0 qt 6-Speed Transmission 6L80-E 5.7 L 6.0 qt 6-Speed Transmission 6L90-E 6.0 L 6.3 qt 6-Speed Transmission Allison 7.0 L 7.4 qt Transmission Fluid - Manual (Drain and Refill)
Page 513 Technical Data 12-5 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 4.3L V6 (LU3) 1.52 mm (0.060 in) 4.8L V8 (L20) 1.02 mm (0.040 in) 5.3L V8 FlexFuel with Active Fuel Management (Iron 1.02 mm (0.040 in) Block) (LMG) 5.3L V8 FlexFuel with Active Fuel Management (Aluminum 1.02 mm (0.040 in) Block) (LC9) 6.0L V8 FlexFuel with Active Fuel Management (Aluminum...
Page 514: Engine Drive Belt Routing
12-6 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information. V8 Engines If the vehicle has a diesel engine, V6 Engines see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 515: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects to of all concerned, misunderstandings Customer Assistance for Text General Motors ... 13-18 can occur. If your concern has not Telephone (TTY) Users (U.S. been resolved to your satisfaction, Vehicle Data Recording and and Canada) .
Page 516 1-800-462-8782. In Canada, STEP THREE U.S. Owners: You may contact the BBB Auto call General Motors of Canada Both General Motors and your Line Program using the toll-free Customer Care Centre at dealer are committed to making telephone number or write them at...
Page 517: Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure
1-800-207-0685, or call procedure outlined in Steps One the General Motors Customer Care and Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), Limited wants you to be aware 1-800-263-7854 (French), of its participation in a no-charge or write to: Mediation/Arbitration Program.
Page 518: Customer Assistance Offices (U.s. And Canada)
(U.S. and Canada) on page 13 4 or your case, ask them to contact the Normally, any problem with the Customer Assistance Offices right people at General Motors for transaction, sale, or usage of the (Mexico) on page 13 5. support, if needed.
Page 519: Mexico
From Mexico City (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) 5329-0812 Virgin Islands) From U.S. Virgin Islands: From Other Mexico Locations General Motors de Mexico, S. de 1-800-496-9994 R.L. de C.V. 01-800-466-0812 Customer Assistance Center Canada United States and Canada Av.
Page 520: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users (U.s. And Canada)
13-6 Customer Information Customer Assistance for Online Owner Center Other Helpful Links Text Telephone (TTY) www.gmc.com Manage your vehicle (U.S.) at Users (U.S. and Canada) GMC Merchandise gmc.com. Click on Owners, www.gmccollection.com then Manage My GMC/Owners To assist customers who are Login.
Page 521: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
Telephone (TTY) users, call Find the GMC-recommended 1-800-833-9935. location maintenance services for your vehicle. General Motors of Canada also Location of the vehicle has a Mobility Program. Call Model, year, color, and license GM Mobility 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) plate number of the vehicle Reimbursement Program for details.
Page 522 Assistance: If your trip is the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. nearest GMC dealer for warranty interrupted due to a warranty GMC and General Motors of service, or if the vehicle was in failure, incidental expenses Canada Limited reserve the right to a crash and cannot be driven.
Page 523 Program (Mexico) mileage and changes in vehicle your trip was started to As a new owner, your vehicle is ownership. qualify. General Motors of automatically enrolled in the Canada Limited requires For more information about the Roadside Assistance program. The...
Page 524 13-10 Customer Information *Dealership Location Services Provided If the vehicle cannot be received Assistance: Information by the nearest GMC dealer due Flat Tire Change: If unable to regarding addresses and to scheduling conflicts, the change a flat tire, Roadside telephone numbers for GMC vehicle will be taken to a safe Assistance will provide towing dealers.
Page 525 Customer Information 13-11 existing Roadside Assistance Assistance, depending on Canada are at the owner's expense program guidelines. If the costs availability at the chosen and will be reimbursed by Roadside exceed the amount authorized destination. Restrictions apply Assistance. for these services, you must pay based on vehicle specifications.
Page 526: Roadside Assistance Program
13-12 Customer Information Acts of terrorism, riot or uproar, Contacting Roadside Assistance Scheduling Service armed forces or police actions Appointments (U.S. and Roadside Assistance services which prevent timely delivery of are of no cost to you and available Canada) assistance services. 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Page 527: Canada)
Customer Information 13-13 Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options original receipts and can only be up to the maximum amount Program (U.S. and Warranty service can generally be allowed by GM for shuttle service. completed while you wait. However, Canada) In addition, for U.S. customers, if you are unable to wait, GM helps should you arrange transportation To enhance your ownership...
Page 528: Collision Damage Repair (U.s. And Canada)
These are made by parts with which the vehicle was companies other than GM and may General Motors reserves the right originally built. Genuine GM not have been tested for the vehicle. to unilaterally modify, change, Collision parts are the best choice to...
Page 529 Customer Information 13-15 collisions. Aftermarket parts are not Many insurance policies provide If a Crash Occurs covered by the GM New Vehicle reduced protection to the GM If there has been an injury, call Limited Warranty, and any vehicle vehicle by limiting compensation for emergency services for help.
Page 530: Service Publications Ordering Information
Repair Process needed to knowledgeably service does not pay the full cost. General Motors cars and trucks. In the event that the vehicle requires Each bulletin contains instructions If another party's insurance damage repairs, GM recommends...
Page 531: Government
Traffic Safety Administration Attention: Customer Service shipping fees. (NHTSA) in addition to notifying 47911 Halyard Drive Without Portfolio: Owner General Motors. Plymouth, MI 48170 Manual only. If NHTSA receives similar Prices are subject to change RETAIL SELL PRICE: complaints, it may open an without notice and without incurring $25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and...
Page 532: Government
Washington, D.C. 20590 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 (French), or write: You can also obtain other information about motor General Motors of Canada Limited vehicle safety from: Customer Care Centre, http://www.safercar.gov Mail Code: CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive...
Page 533: Privacy
Customer Information 13-19 Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders This data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances Recording and This vehicle has an Event Data in which crashes and injuries occur. Recorder (EDR). The main purpose Privacy Important: EDR data is recorded of an EDR is to record, in certain by the vehicle only if a non-trivial crash or near crash-like situations,...
Page 534: Onstar
13-20 Customer Information GM will not access this data or www.onstar.ca (Canada), or by GM vehicles does not use or record share it with others except: with the personal information or link with pressing the button and consent of the vehicle owner or, any other GM system containing speaking to an advisor.
Page 535: Onstar Services
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview Push Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. OnStar Overview Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 voice commands. OnStar Services Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Emergency .
Page 536: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar OnStar Services Navigation Push to get a priority connection to an Emergency Advisor available OnStar navigation requires the 24/7 to: Emergency Directions and Connections Get help for an emergency. service plan. With Automatic Crash Response, Be a Good Samaritan or the built-in system can automatically Push to receive directions or...
Page 537 OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands Repeat Other Navigation Services During a Planned Route Available from OnStar 1. Push . System responds: OnStar eNav: Allows subscribers Cancel Route OnStar ready, then a tone. to send destinations from Google 2. Say Repeat. System responds 1.
Page 538: Connections
14-4 OnStar Connections End a Call Place a Call Using a Stored Number OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows Push . System responds: Call calls to be made and received from ended. 1. Push . System responds: the vehicle. The vehicle can also be OnStar ready.
Page 539: Diagnostics
OnStar 14-5 Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Information Automatic Crash Response, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, perform a vehicle check every Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, transmission, antilock brakes, and Push to request account transfer...
Page 540 14-6 OnStar OnStar service cannot work unless See Radio Frequency Statement on The available dealer installed TTY your vehicle is in a place where page 13 20 for information system can provide in-vehicle OnStar has an agreement with a regarding Part 15 of the Federal access to all of the OnStar services, wireless service provider for service Communications Commission (FCC)
Page 541 OnStar 14-7 Warranty Global Positioning Cellular and GPS Antennas System (GPS) OnStar equipment may be Avoid placing items over or near the warranted as part of the new-vehicle antenna to prevent blocking cellular Obstruction of the GPS can limited warranty. The manufacturer and GPS signal reception.
Page 542 14-8 OnStar Add-on Electrical Equipment Privacy The OnStar system is integrated The complete OnStar Privacy into the electrical architecture of the Statement may be found at vehicle. Do not add any electrical www.onstar.com. Privacy-sensitive equipment. See Add-On Electrical users of wireless communications Equipment on page 9 105.
Page 543 INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Antilock Brake What Will You See after an System (ABS) ....9-53 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ... . .3-27 Warning Light .
Page 544 INDEX Automatic Transmission Brakes ......10-27 Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Manual Mode ....9-38 Antilock .
Page 545 INDEX Carbon Monoxide Child Restraints Control of a Vehicle ... . . 9-4 Engine Exhaust ....9-33 Infants and Young Convex Mirrors .
Page 546 INDEX Driving Characteristics and Damage Repair, Collision ..13-14 E85 Fuel ..... . . 9-71 Towing Tips ....9-74 Danger, Warnings, and Electrical Equipment, Defensive .
Page 547 INDEX Engine (cont'd) Fog Lamps Cooling System Messages . . .5-41 Bulb Replacement ... . . 6-6 Drive Belt Routing ... .12-6 Folding Mirrors .
Page 548 INDEX Fuel (cont'd) Gauges Management, Active ..9-32 Engine Coolant Halogen Bulbs ....10-39 Recommended ....9-68 Temperature .
Page 549 INDEX Heating and Air Instrument Cluster ... . . 5-12 Lamps (cont'd) Conditioning ....8-1, 8-4 Instrument Panel Exterior Controls .
Page 550: Traction Control System
INDEX Lights Locks Manual Mode ....9-38 Airbag On-Off ....5-19 Automatic Door .
Page 551 INDEX ® Mirrors OnStar (cont'd) Automatic Dimming Navigation ....14-2 Object Detection System Rearview ....2-18 Overview .
Page 552 i-10 INDEX Parking Power (cont'd) Rear Doors ..... 2-9 Assist, Ultrasonic ... . .9-61 Seat Adjustment .
Page 553 Restraints ....3-55, 3-58 Properly .....3-13 General Motors ... . . 13-18 Security Lap Belt .
Page 554 i-12 INDEX Service (cont'd) Starter Switch Check ..10-35 Parts Identification Label ..12-1 Starting the Engine ... . 9-27 Tachometer .
Page 555 INDEX i-13 Tires (cont'd) Traction Pressure Light ....5-27 Control System (TCS)/ Ultrasonic Parking Assist ..9-61 ® Pressure Monitor System . . . 10-60 StabiliTrak Light .
Page 556 i-14 INDEX Vehicle Care Windows ..... . 2-19 Tire Pressure ....10-58 Manual .

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