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Page 2: Table Of Contents
2015 Chevrolet Express Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
Page 3 2015 Chevrolet Express Owner Manual Jump Starting ....10-74 OnStar ..... . . 14-1 Towing the Vehicle .
Page 4 Propriétaires Canadiens If the vehicle has the Duramax this manual including, but not limited Diesel engine, see the Duramax to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, A French language manual can be diesel supplement for additional and the CHEVROLET Emblem, and obtained from your dealer, at specific information on this engine.
Page 5: Index
Introduction Using this Manual Symbols Warning To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and Warning indicates a hazard that the vehicle, use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of could result in injury or death. back of the manual.
Page 6: Onstar
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Fuses Here are some additional symbols : Headlamp High/Low-Beam that may be found on the vehicle Changer and what they mean. For more : Top Tether Anchors for Child information on the symbol, refer to Restraints the Index.
Page 7 Introduction NOTES...
Page 8: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Steering Wheel Controls ..1-16 Cruise Control ....1-17 Navigation System ... 1-17 Rear Vision Instrument Panel Camera (RVC) .
Page 9: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel...
Page 10 In Brief 1. Air Vents on page 8-7. 11. Instrument Panel Illumination 20. Traction Control/Electronic Control on page 6-4. Stability Control on page 9-29 2. Driver Information Center (DIC) (If Equipped). Buttons. See Driver Information Dome Lamp Override. See Center (DIC) on page 5-24. Dome Lamps on page 6-5.
Page 11: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive : Press and release to locate the vehicle. Press and hold for Information more than two seconds to sound the This section provides a brief panic alarm. Press again to overview about some of the cancel the panic alarm. important features that may or may See Keys on page 2-1 and Remote not be on your specific vehicle.
Page 12: Door Locks
In Brief When the vehicle starts, the parking Door Locks Power Door Locks lamps will turn on and remain on as Manual Door Locks long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on. The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes.
Page 13: Seat Adjustment
In Brief Power Windows AUTO to activate the express-down 2. Slide the seat to the desired mode. This mode can be canceled position and release the bar. at any time by pulling up on the 3. Try to move the seat back and switch.
Page 14: Safety Belts
In Brief Raise and lower the front or rear 3. Push and pull on the seatback to Safety Belts of the seat cushion by moving make sure it is locked. the right or left lever up or down. To return the seatback to the upright See Power Seat Adjustment on position: page 3-3.
Page 15: Mirror Adjustment
In Brief Airbag On-Off Switch Mirror Adjustment If the instrument panel has one of Exterior Mirrors the switches pictured in the Vehicles with manual outside following illustrations, the vehicle mirrors can be adjusted by moving has an airbag on-off switch that you the mirror up and down or left to can use to manually turn on or off right so you can see a little of the...
Page 16: Steering Wheel Adjustment
In Brief mirror. Adjust the mirror angle by Manually fold the mirrors inward to Steering Wheel moving the knob in the desired prevent damage when going Adjustment direction. through an automatic car wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward the Keep the selector switch in the vehicle.
Page 17 1-10 In Brief To adjust the steering wheel: Press the button in and the dome lamps remain off when a door is 1. Pull the lever to move the opened. Press the button again so steering wheel up or down into a that the dome lamps come on when comfortable position.
Page 18 In Brief 1-11 Exterior Lighting AUTO: Automatically turns the Windshield Wiper/Washer exterior lamps on and off, depending on outside lighting. : Turns on the parking lamps, taillamps, instrument panel lights, and license plate lamps. : Turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, taillamps, instrument panel lights, and license plate The lever is located on the left side lamps.
Page 19: Climate Controls
1-12 In Brief Climate Controls : Slow wipes. : Fast wipes. The vehicle's heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled with these systems. : Use to turn the wipers off. : Push the paddle on top of the turn signal lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield.
Page 20 In Brief 1-13 Transmission Range Selection Mode If equipped, Range Selection Mode helps control the vehicle's Vehicles with Air Conditioning transmission and vehicle speed while driving downhill or towing a 1. Fan Control See Climate Control Systems on trailer by letting you select a desired page 8-1.
Page 21: Vehicle Features
1-14 In Brief When M (Manual Mode) is selected, Vehicle Features a number displays in the DIC next to the M indicating the current gear. Radio(s) Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode is active. See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9-27. While using Range Selection Mode, Cruise Control and the Tow/Haul Mode can be used.
Page 22 In Brief 1-15 For vehicles with a FAV button, a 2. Press the softkey located below SEEK or SEEK: Seek or scan maximum of 36 stations can be any one of the tabs to be stations. stored as favorites using the six changed.
Page 23 1-16 In Brief For more information, refer to: See "Using the Auxiliary Input Jack" Steering Wheel Controls and "Using the USB Port" in www.siriusxm.com or call Auxiliary Devices on page 7-16. 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.) ® www.xmradio.ca or call Bluetooth 1-877-209-0079 (Canada) If equipped with a Bluetooth system, See Satellite Radio on page 7-8.
Page 24 In Brief 1-17 Cruise Control SET : Press briefly to set the : Press to go to the speed and activate cruise control. previous favorite radio station, track If cruise control is already active, ® on a CD, or folder on an iPod use to decrease vehicle speed.
Page 25: Performance And Maintenance
1-18 In Brief Rear Vision Keep the sensors on the vehicle's Performance and rear bumper clean to ensure proper Camera (RVC) Maintenance operation. If equipped, the RVC displays a See Parking Assist on page 9-35. Traction Control/ view of the area behind the vehicle when the vehicle is shifted into Electronic Stability Power Outlets...
Page 26 In Brief 1-19 To turn off traction control, press The TPMS does not replace normal and release the StabiliTrak monthly tire maintenance. Maintain button . The appropriate DIC the correct tire pressures. message will display. See Ride See Tire Pressure Monitor System Control System Messages on on page 10-51.
Page 27: Onstar Overview
Canada: 1-800-268-6800 conditions require. described under Fuel on page 9-39. New Chevrolet owners are Keep vehicle tires properly automatically enrolled in the Driving for Better Fuel inflated. Roadside Assistance Program.
Page 28: Keys, Doors, And Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Vehicle Security Keys and Locks Vehicle Security ....2-11 Windows Immobilizer ....2-11 Keys Immobilizer Operation .
Page 29: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows With an active OnStar subscription, Remote Keyless Entry an OnStar Advisor may remotely (RKE) System Operation unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1. If equipped, the RKE transmitter functions work up to 60 m (195 ft) Remote Keyless Entry away from the vehicle.
Page 30 Keys, Doors, and Windows least four seconds or until the turn When the replacement transmitter is (Lock): Press once to lock all signal lamps flash to start the programmed to the vehicle, all doors. If enabled through the Driver engine from outside the vehicle remaining transmitters must also be Information Center (DIC), the using the RKE transmitter.
Page 31: Remote Vehicle Start
Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Insert the new battery, positive The RKE transmitter range may be side facing down. Replace with a less while the vehicle is running. CR2032 or equivalent battery. There are other conditions which 4. Snap the transmitter back can affect the performance of the together.
Page 32 Keys, Doors, and Windows The hazard warning flashers If the remote start procedure is used 3. Immediately press and hold are on. again before the first 10 minute time until the turn signal lamps flash. frame has ended, the first There is an emission control If you cannot see the vehicle's 10 minutes will immediately expire...
Page 33: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks Warning (Continued) crash is increased if the doors are not locked. So, all passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven. Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out.
Page 34: Automatic Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows cargo door will lock immediately Automatic Door Locks Safety Locks when it is closed or when the The vehicle may have an automatic Security locks are located on the delayed locking feature functions. lock/unlock feature. This feature can front portion of the 60/40 side be programmed using the Driver swing-out door or the side...
Page 35: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Move the button to the left for the Doors driver side door or to the right for the passenger side door to return Side Door (60/40 the door locks to normal operation. Swing-Out) To open the front portion of a 60/40 door from the inside, pull the handle toward you and push the door open.
Page 36: Sliding Door
Keys, Doors, and Windows then open the door. When the door When the door is closed, it will be is closed, the check strap will flush with the side of the body. automatically re-engage. Sliding Door To open the rear portion of a 60/ 40 door from the outside, pull the handle on the side of the rear door and pull the door toward you.
Page 37: Rear Doors
2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Rear Doors Warning (Continued) Warning injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the Unlocked doors can be vehicle whenever leaving it. dangerous. Outsiders can easily enter Passengers, especially through an unlocked door children, can easily open the when you slow down or stop doors and fall out of a moving the vehicle.
Page 38: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Vehicle Security When the PASS-Key III+ system It is possible for the PASS-Key III+ senses that someone is using the decoder to learn the transponder This vehicle has theft-deterrent wrong key, it shuts down the value of a new or replacement key.
Page 39: Exterior Mirrors
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. After the engine has started, turn Exterior Mirrors On the lower portion of each mirror the key to LOCK/OFF and is an auxiliary convex mirror. remove the key. A convex mirror's surface is curved Convex Mirrors so you can see more from the driver 4.
Page 40: Interior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 On the lower portion of each mirror Then, adjust the mirror angle by Interior Mirrors there is an auxiliary convex mirror moving the knob in the desired that can be adjusted manually to direction. The auxiliary convex Interior Rearview Mirrors provide an extended field of view.
Page 41: Windows
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Windows Manual Windows Operate the manual windows by Warning turning the hand crank on each door to raise or lower the side door Never leave a child, a helpless windows. adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, Power Windows especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 42: Swing-Out Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Express-Down Swing-Out Windows The driver window switch also has an express-down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch. Press fully and release the window switch marked AUTO to activate the express-down mode.
Page 43: Sun Visors
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Enhanced Technology The following table shows laminated glass location, based on vehicle model and options. Glass Vehicle Configuration ETG Locations The vehicle may be equipped with Enhanced Technology Glass (ETG). Sliding door forward window and 12- and 15-Seat Passenger Vans ETG is part of the overall occupant rear-most side windows...
Page 44 Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety Belt Extender ..3-15 Adding Equipment to the Safety System Check ..3-16 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-26 Restraints Safety Belt Care .
Page 45: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats On vehicles with factory installed Seat Adjustment seats, the front seats have built-in head restraints that are not adjustable in the outboard seating Warning positions. You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 46: Power Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Power Seat Adjustment Reclining Seatbacks To recline the seatback: 1. Lift the lever on the inboard side of the seat. Warning 2. Move the seatback to the If either seatback is not locked, it desired position, and then could move forward in a sudden release the lever to lock the stop or crash.
Page 47: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats Warning Removing the Rear Seat Sitting in a reclined position when Disconnect the mini-latch plates for the vehicle is in motion can be the lap-shoulder belts on the bench dangerous. Even when buckled seat to be removed. up, the safety belts cannot do their job.
Page 48 Seats and Restraints 2. Locate the pins. The left side pin has a gray cap 3. Pull the pin handle up to with a black L marked on it. disengage the pin from the On a three-passenger seat there retaining clip, and then pull the are two pins on the inboard sides pin out.
Page 49 Seats and Restraints 7. For the second- and third-row Reinstalling the Rear Seats 1. Position the seat into the open seats, stow the safety belt latch slots in both rails. Push the seat by attaching the clip on the forward in the rail, hooking both Warning safety belt latch to the trim just seat bases onto the pins inside...
Page 50 Seats and Restraints 6. If the vehicle has a floor mat, put the flap back to its original position. 7. Repeat this procedure for the other seat base. 8. Connect the mini-latch plates for the lap-shoulder belts by inserting the latch plates into the mini-buckles attached at the outboard positions of the bench seat.
Page 51: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints Safety Belts Why Safety Belts Work Warning (Continued) This section of the manual are more likely to be seriously describes how to use safety belts injured or killed. Do not allow properly. It also describes some passengers to ride in any area of things not to do with safety belts.
Page 52: How To Wear Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in There are important things to know safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law about wearing a safety belt properly. sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts...
Page 53: Lap-Shoulder Belt
3-10 Seats and Restraints would apply force on your Lap-Shoulder Belt The lap-shoulder belt may lock if abdomen. This could cause you pull the belt across you very All seating positions in the vehicle serious or even fatal injuries. quickly. If this happens, let the have a lap-shoulder belt.
Page 54 Seats and Restraints 3-11 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 3-15. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if...
Page 55 3-12 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Height Adjuster To move it down, pull on the center adjuster control labeled PULL. You The vehicle has a safety belt height can move the height adjuster up just adjuster for the driver and front by pushing up on the shoulder belt outboard passenger positions.
Page 56 Seats and Restraints 3-13 Comfort Guide Installation and Removal (Pocket Style) To install: Adjustable comfort guides are available through your dealer for the left rear outboard seating positions of the three-passenger bench seats 2. Place the guide over the belt, and for the outboard seating and insert the two edges of the positions of the four-passenger...
Page 57 3-14 Seats and Restraints To remove and store the comfort Warning (Continued) guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can and across the chest. These parts be removed from the guide. Slide of the body are best able to take the guide into its storage pocket on belt restraining forces.
Page 58: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Seats and Restraints 3-15 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 59: Safety System Check
3-16 Seats and Restraints Safety System Check Safety Belt Care Warning (Continued) Now and then, check that the safety Keep belts clean and dry. crash. To help make sure the belt reminder light, safety belts, safety belt systems are working buckles, latch plates, retractors, and Warning anchorages are all working properly.
Page 60: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints 3-17 Airbag System If the van is equipped with a row passengers seated directly sliding door, the roof-rail airbag behind the front outboard The vehicle has the following for the front outboard passenger passenger. If the van is airbag: is separate from the roof-rail equipped with a 60/40 swing-out...
Page 61 3-18 Seats and Restraints Here are the most important things Warning Warning to know about the airbag system: Airbags inflate with great force, Children who are up against, Warning faster than the blink of an eye. or very close to, any airbag when Anyone who is up against, or very it inflates can be seriously injured You can be severely injured or...
Page 62: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-19 Where Are the Airbags? Driver Side Shown, Passenger If the vehicle has one, the front Side Similar outboard passenger airbag is in the instrument panel on the If the vehicle has a single seating The driver frontal airbag is in the passenger side.
Page 63: When Should An Airbag Inflate
3-20 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag Warning Inflate? If something is between an This vehicle is equipped with one or occupant and an airbag, the more airbags. See Airbag System airbag might not inflate properly on page 3-17. Airbags are designed or it might force the object into to inflate if the impact exceeds the that person causing severe injury...
Page 64: What Makes An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-21 It depends largely on what you hit, if the sensing system predicts that wheel or the instrument panel. In the direction of the impact, and how the vehicle is about to roll over on moderate to severe side collisions, quickly the vehicle slows down.
Page 65: What Will You See After
3-22 Seats and Restraints Airbags should never be regarded after an event that exceeds a Warning as anything more than a supplement predetermined threshold. You can to safety belts. lock the doors, and turn off the When an airbag inflates, there interior lamps and the hazard may be dust in the air.
Page 66: Airbag On-Off Switch
Seats and Restraints 3-23 Additional windshield breakage may Airbag On-Off Switch also occur from the front outboard If the instrument panel has one of passenger airbag. the switches pictured in the Airbags are designed to inflate following illustrations, the vehicle only once.
Page 67 3-24 Seats and Restraints The infant has a medical Medical Condition. A passenger Warning (Continued) condition which, according to the has a medical condition which, infant's physician, makes it according to his or her physician: Do not turn off the front outboard necessary for the infant to ride in Causes the passenger airbag to passenger frontal airbag unless...
Page 68 Seats and Restraints 3-25 Warning If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. For example, the front outboard passenger frontal airbag could inflate even though the airbag on-off switch is turned off.
Page 69 3-26 Seats and Restraints To turn the front outboard passenger module, steering wheel, instrument Warning airbag on again, insert the ignition panel, any of the airbag modules, key into the switch, push in, and ceiling or pillar garnish trim, front For up to 10 seconds after the move the switch to the on position.
Page 70: Airbag System Check
Seats and Restraints 3-27 Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See Parts after a Crash The airbag system does not need your dealer for service. regularly scheduled maintenance or If the airbag readiness light stays on replacement.
Page 71: Child Restraints
3-28 Seats and Restraints Can proper safety belt fit be Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the trip? If yes, continue. If no, weight and height limitations for that Older Children return to the booster seat.
Page 72 Seats and Restraints 3-29 In a crash, children who are not Warning (Continued) buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be belt. The belt force would then be thrown out of the vehicle. Older applied right on the abdomen. children need to use safety belts That could cause serious or fatal properly.
Page 73: Infants And Young Children
3-30 Seats and Restraints Infants and Young Warning (Continued) Warning Children the way back into the retractor, Never hold an infant or a child Everyone in a vehicle needs but it cannot do this if it is while riding in a vehicle. Due to protection! This includes infants and wrapped around a child s neck.
Page 74 Seats and Restraints 3-31 weight, height, and age but also Warning (Continued) whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor the front outboard seat, always vehicle in which it will be used. move the front passenger seat as For most basic types of child far back as it will go.
Page 75: Child Restraint Systems
3-32 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Warning Warning To reduce the risk of neck and A young child's hip bones are still head injury during a crash, infants so small that the vehicle's regular need complete support. In a safety belt may not remain low on crash, if an infant is in a the hip bones, as it should.
Page 76 Seats and Restraints 3-33 Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle Warning A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system, following the Forward-Facing Child Seat...
Page 77: Where To Put The
3-34 Seats and Restraints Children can be endangered in a Administration (NHTSA) website to Whenever possible, children age crash if the child restraint is not locate the nearest child safety seat 12 and under should be secured in properly secured in the vehicle. inspection station.
Page 78 Seats and Restraints 3-35 additional passengers or child Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) restraints. Adjacent seating positions should not be used if the because the back of the move the front passenger seat as child restraint prevents access to or rear-facing child restraint would far back as it will go.
Page 79: Latch System
3-36 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors and recommends that the booster seat The following explains how to attach be secured with the LATCH system, a child restraint with these Tethers for Children this can be done as long as the attachments in the vehicle.
Page 80 Seats and Restraints 3-37 Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Anchor Locations Either will have a single attachment (2) 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...
Page 81 3-38 Seats and Restraints Do not install three child restraints in If the vehicle is equipped with a the same row at the same time and four-passenger fourth- or fifth-row never install two top tethers using seat, it does not have upper or the same top tether anchor.
Page 82 Seats and Restraints 3-39 There is a top tether anchor for the Securing a Child Restraint Warning front passenger position with a front Designed for the LATCH passenger seat. The anchor is at System Do not attach more than one child the rear of the seat cushion on the restraint to a single anchor.
Page 83 3-40 Seats and Restraints secure the restraints. Some Warning (Continued) Caution restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether. shoulder belt is allowed to go all Do not let the LATCH 1. Attach and tighten the lower the way back into the retractor, attachments rub against the attachments to the lower...
Page 84 Seats and Restraints 3-41 2. If the child restraint manufacturer 2.3. Route and tighten the top recommends that the top tether tether according to your be attached, attach and tighten child restraint instructions the top tether to the top tether and the following anchor, if equipped.
Page 85: Replacing Latch System
3-42 Seats and Restraints Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash Warning A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle. A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure the LATCH system is If the position you are using If the position you are using...
Page 86: Rear Seat
Seats and Restraints 3-43 Securing Child Restraints In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have (Rear Seat) a top tether, and that the tether be attached. When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the If the child restraint or vehicle seat instructions that came with the child position does not have the LATCH...
Page 87 3-44 Seats and Restraints 6. If the 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 3-36 for more information.
Page 88: Front Passenger Seat
Seats and Restraints 3-45 Securing Child Restraints Warning Warning (Continued) (Front Passenger Seat) A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints This vehicle has airbags. A rear restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the airbag seat is a safer place to secure a or killed if the front outboard is off.
Page 89 3-46 Seats and Restraints the instructions that come with the 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run Warning (Continued) child restraint say that the top strap the lap and shoulder portions of must be anchored. the vehicle safety belt through or To help avoid injury to yourself or around the restraint.
Page 90 Seats and Restraints 3-47 7. If the vehicle does not have a rear seat and the 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 3-36 for more information.
Page 91 3-48 Seats and Restraints If you turned the airbag off with the switch, turn on the front outboard passenger airbag when you remove the child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger airbag risk group.
Page 92: Storage
Storage Storage Storage Front Storage Compartments This vehicle may have a front storage compartment. It is located at Storage Compartments the center of the instrument panel Warning Storage Compartments ..4-1 extension, by the floor. To open the Front Storage .
Page 93 Storage NOTES...
Page 94: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Instruments and Voltmeter Gauge ... . . 5-13 Vehicle Messages Safety Belt Reminders ..5-14 Vehicle Messages ... 5-29 Controls Airbag Readiness Light .
Page 95: Controls
Instruments and Controls Controls 2. Release the lever to lock the (Previous/End): Press to steering wheel in place. go to the previous favorite radio station, track on a CD, or folder on Steering Wheel Do not adjust the steering wheel ®...
Page 96: Horn
Instruments and Controls While listening to a CD, press and 2. Press and release (Push to Talk): Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. hold to quickly move forward to scroll up or down the list, then Press again to turn the sound on. through the tracks.
Page 97: Windshield Wiper/Washer
Instruments and Controls compass variance by resetting the (Mist): Use for a single wipe. (Washer Fluid): Push the zone through the DIC if the zone is paddle to spray washer fluid on the Hold the band on , then release. not set correctly.
Page 98 Instruments and Controls 5. If calibration is necessary, note pad holder, or any other calibrate the compass. See magnetic item. Turn off the vehicle, Compass Calibration move the magnetic item, then turn Procedure following. on the vehicle and calibrate the compass.
Page 99: Clock
Instruments and Controls 4. The DIC will display 2. Press the softkey under any one Press a third time and the CALIBRATING: DRIVE IN of the tabs to be changed. Every 12HR or 24HR time format CIRCLES. Drive the vehicle in time the softkey is pressed begins flashing.
Page 100: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls 2. Press the softkey under the Warning Caution desired option. Power is always supplied to the Hanging heavy equipment from 3. Press again to apply the outlets. Do not leave electrical the power outlet can cause selected default, or let the screen time out.
Page 101: Cigarette Lighter
Instruments and Controls The indicator light does not come on microcomputer-controlled Ashtrays when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF or electric blankets and touch If equipped with a removable if the equipment is not fully seated sensor lamps. ashtray, it can be placed into the into the outlet.
Page 102: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Warning lights come on when there When one of the warning lights could be a problem with a vehicle comes on and stays on while Gauges, and function. Some warning lights come driving, or when one of the gauges on briefly when the engine is started shows there may be a problem, Indicators...
Page 103: Instrument Cluster
5-10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar...
Page 104: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls 5-11 If the vehicle has a diesel engine, Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge, when the ignition is see the Duramax diesel supplement on, indicates how much fuel is left in for more information. the vehicle fuel tank. An arrow on the fuel gauge Speedometer indicates the side of the vehicle the...
Page 105: Engine Oil Pressure
5-12 Instruments and Controls The gauge moves a little while Caution turning a corner or speeding up. The gauge does not go back to Lack of proper engine oil empty when the ignition is maintenance can damage the turned off. engine.
Page 106: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls 5-13 Engine Coolant See Engine Overheating on page 10-18. Temperature Gauge Voltmeter Gauge English This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. Metric It also provides an indicator of how hard the vehicle is working. During a When the engine is not running, but majority of the operation, the gauge the ignition is on, this gauge shows will read 100°C (210°F) or less.
Page 107: Safety Belt Reminders
5-14 Instruments and Controls Readings in the low warning zone Safety Belt Reminders Airbag Readiness Light may occur when a large number of This light shows if there is an Safety Belt Reminder Light electrical accessories are operating electrical problem with the airbag in the vehicle and the engine is left There is a safety belt reminder light system.
Page 108: Airbag On-Off Light
Instruments and Controls 5-15 reminder that the airbag has been Warning turned off. This light will go off when the airbag has been turned on. See If the airbag readiness light stays Airbag On-Off Switch on page 3-23 on after the vehicle is started or for more information, including comes on while driving, it means important safety information.
Page 109: Charging System Light
5-16 Instruments and Controls Charging System Light Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) To help avoid injury to yourself or Do not turn off the front outboard others, have the vehicle serviced passenger frontal airbag unless right away. See Airbag Readiness the person sitting there is in a risk Light on page 5-14 for more group identified by the national information, including important...
Page 110: Malfunction
Instruments and Controls 5-17 checked right away. If the vehicle If the malfunction indicator lamp Caution must be driven a short distance with comes on while the engine is the light on, turn off accessories, running, this indicates that the Modifications made to the engine, such as the radio and air OBD II system has detected a...
Page 111 5-18 Instruments and Controls Check that good quality fuel is This light may come on during a Light On Steady: An emission used. Poor fuel quality causes malfunction in one of two ways: control system malfunction has the engine not to run as been detected on the vehicle.
Page 112: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-19 Emissions Inspection and the ignition is turned to ON/RUN Brake System Warning while the engine is off. See your Maintenance Programs Light dealer for assistance in verifying Depending on where you live, your proper operation of the The vehicle brake system consists vehicle may be required to malfunction indicator lamp.
Page 113: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
5-20 Instruments and Controls When the ignition is on, the brake If it does not, have the vehicle Warning (Continued) system warning light also comes on serviced by your dealer. If the when the parking brake is set. See system is working normally the crash.
Page 114: Tow/Haul Mode Light
Instruments and Controls 5-21 Tow/Haul Mode Light This light comes on when the If the light does not come on, have StabiliTrak system is turned off. the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction If the system is working normally, Control System (TCS) is also off.
Page 115: Tire Pressure Light
5-22 Instruments and Controls Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light This light should come on briefly as will come on at every ignition cycle.
Page 116: Low Fuel Warning Light
Instruments and Controls 5-23 Low Fuel Warning Light Security Light High-Beam On Light The security light should come on This light comes on when the briefly as the engine is started. If it high-beam headlamps are in use. does not come on, have the vehicle See Headlamp High/Low-Beam serviced by your dealer.
Page 117: Information Displays
5-24 Instruments and Controls Information Displays and fuel information. The compass DIC Buttons direction appears on the top right corner of the DIC display. The Driver Information outside air temperature Center (DIC) automatically appears in the bottom right corner of the DIC display. This vehicle has a DIC.
Page 118 Instruments and Controls 5-25 Trip/Fuel Menu Items The trip odometer has a feature (Vehicle Information): Press called the retro-active reset. This this button to display the oil life, rear (Trip/Fuel): Press this button can be used to set the trip odometer park assist, units, tire pressure to scroll through the following menu to the number of kilometers (miles)
Page 119 5-26 Instruments and Controls If the retro-active reset feature is vehicle is driven on a freeway, the Fuel Used activated after the vehicle is started, number may change even though Press until FUEL USED but before it begins moving, the the same amount of fuel is in the displays.
Page 120 Instruments and Controls 5-27 Blank Display When the remaining oil life is low, To stop the timer, press briefly the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON while TIMER is displayed. This display shows no information. message will appear on the display. To reset the timer to zero, press and Vehicle Information Menu See Engine Oil Messages on hold...
Page 121 5-28 Instruments and Controls Park Assist Tire Pressure Engine Hours If the vehicle has the Rear Parking If the vehicle has the Tire Pressure Press until ENGINE HOURS Monitor System (TPMS), the Assist (RPA) system, press until displays. This display shows the pressure for each tire can be viewed PARK ASSIST displays.
Page 122: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-29 Change Compass Zone Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and Charging Messages The vehicle may have this feature. Messages displayed on the DIC To change the compass zone indicate the status of the vehicle or SERVICE BATTERY through the DIC, see Compass on some action may be needed to CHARGING SYSTEM page 5-4.
Page 123: Compass Messages
5-30 Instruments and Controls If this message appears, stop as Door Ajar Messages close the door again. Check to see soon as possible and turn off the if the message still appears on CARGO DOOR OPEN vehicle. Restart the vehicle and the DIC.
Page 124: Engine Cooling System
Instruments and Controls 5-31 Engine Cooling System ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE Engine Oil Messages ENGINE Messages CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message displays when the ENGINE HOT A/C (Air This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is too Conditioning) OFF engine oil needs to be changed.
Page 125: Engine Power Messages
5-32 Instruments and Controls OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP This message also displays when TIGHTEN GAS CAP the engine power is reduced. ENGINE This message may display along Reduced engine power can affect with the check engine light on the This message displays if low oil the vehicle's ability to accelerate.
Page 126: Lamp Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-33 Lamp Messages Object Detection System SERVICE PARK ASSIST Messages This message displays if there is a AUTOMATIC LIGHT problem with the Rear Parking CONTROL OFF PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE Assist (RPA) system. Do not use OWNERS MANUAL This message displays when the this system to help you park.
Page 127 5-34 Instruments and Controls SERVICE TRACTION TRACTION XX STABILITRAK OFF may also display when the stability control CONTROL STABILITRAK XX has been automatically disabled. If the vehicle has StabiliTrak, this If the vehicle has StabiliTrak, this There are several conditions that message displays when there is a message displays when the traction can cause this message to appear.
Page 128: Airbag System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-35 The message turns off as soon as WAIT TO START SERVICE VEHICLE SOON the conditions that caused the This message displays briefly when This message displays when a message to be displayed are no the theft-deterrent system has non-emissions related malfunction longer present.
Page 129: Tire Messages
5-36 Instruments and Controls Tire Messages The DIC also shows the tire TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE pressure values. See Driver If the vehicle has the Tire Pressure CHECK TIRE PRESSURE or Information Center (DIC) on Monitor System (TPMS), this TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE page 5-24.
Page 130: Vehicle Reminder
Instruments and Controls 5-37 GRADE BRAKING ENABLED TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE Vehicle Reminder ENGINE Messages This message displays when the grade braking has been enabled ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE Caution with the Tow/Haul Mode button on WITH CARE the end of the shift lever. See Tow/ Do not drive the vehicle while the Haul Mode on page 9-27, Automatic This message displays when the...
Page 131: Vehicle Personalization
5-38 Instruments and Controls Vehicle To change customization Feature Settings Menu Items preferences, use the following The following are customization Personalization procedure. features that allow you to program This vehicle may have settings to the vehicle: Entering the Feature customization capabilities that allow Settings Menu DISPLAY IN ENGLISH you to program certain features to...
Page 132 Instruments and Controls 5-39 It also allows you to select which Press until the LANGUAGE Press until AUTO DOOR LOCK doors and when the doors will screen appears on the DIC display. appears on the DIC display. automatically unlock. Press once to access the settings Press once to access the settings...
Page 133 5-40 Instruments and Controls NO CHANGE: No change will be LIGHTS ONLY: The exterior lamps feedback when unlocking the made to this feature. The current vehicle with the RKE transmitter if will flash when you press on the setting will remain. the doors are open.
Page 134 Instruments and Controls 5-41 DELAY DOOR LOCK ON (default): The doors will not 10 SECONDS (default): The lock until five seconds after the last exterior lamps will stay on for This feature allows you to select door is closed. 10 seconds. whether or not the locking of the doors will be delayed.
Page 135 5-42 Instruments and Controls CHIME VOLUME FACTORY SETTINGS Press until APPROACH LIGHTING appears on the DIC This feature allows you to select the This feature allows you to set all of volume level of the chime. the customization features back to display.
Page 136 Instruments and Controls 5-43 Press until FEATURE SETTINGS PRESS TO EXIT appears in the DIC display. Press once to exit the menu. If you do not exit, pressing will return you to the beginning of the feature settings menu. Exiting the Feature Settings Menu The feature settings menu will be exited when any of the following...
Page 137 5-44 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
Page 138: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting (Parking Lamps): Turns on the parking lamps, taillamps, instrument panel lights, and license plate Exterior Lamp Controls lamps. Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls ..6-1 (Headlamps): Turns on the Exterior Lamps Off headlamps, parking lamps, Reminder .
Page 139: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting Exterior Lamps Off turns on the headlamps, along with the taillamps, sidemarker lamps, Reminder parking lamps, roof marker lamps, and the instrument panel lights. The If a door is open, a reminder chime radio lights will also be dim. sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned To turn off the automatic headlamp...
Page 140: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting There is a delay in the transition Lights On with Wipers (Hazard Warning Flashers): between the daytime and nighttime Press this button to make the front If the windshield wipers are operation of the automatic and rear turn signal lamps flash on activated in daylight with the engine headlamp system so that driving and off.
Page 141: Interior Lighting
Lighting To signal a lane change, raise or Have any burned out bulbs Interior Lighting lower the lever until the arrow starts replaced. If a bulb is not burned out, to flash. The turn signal check the fuse. See Fuses and Instrument Panel automatically flashes three times Circuit Breakers on page 10-35.
Page 142: Dome Lamps
Lighting Dome Lamps Reading Lamps The dome lamps come on when any If equipped with reading lamps, door is opened. They turn off after press the button next to each lamp all the doors are closed. to turn it on or off. The instrument panel brightness The vehicle may also have reading lamps in other locations.
Page 143: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting Features has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage generate more power, whenever display on the Driver Information needed. It can temporarily reduce Center (DIC), you may see the the power demands of some Entry/Exit Lighting voltage move up or down. This is accessories.
Page 144: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction The infotainment system has built-in features intended to help avoid System distraction by disabling some Infotainment functions when driving. These functions may gray out when they Base radio information is included in are unavailable. Many infotainment this manual.
Page 145: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Infotainment System To play the infotainment system with Overview (AM-FM Radio) the ignition off, see Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-19. Theft-Deterrent Feature The theft-deterrent feature works by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to the infotainment system.
Page 146 Infotainment System 3. MENU (Clock) FWD (Forward) Press to open the tone Press to set the clock. Press and hold to fast menu to adjust the bass, forward through a track. SEEK midrange, treble, fade, and 14. SRCE balance. Seeks the previous station. Press to scroll through 4.
Page 147 Infotainment System Overview (Radio with CD/MP3) 3. MENU Press to open the tone menu to adjust the bass, midrange, treble, fade, and balance. 4. Buttons 1 - 6 Saves and selects favorite stations. 5. EQ (Equalizer) Press to adjust the equalizer.
Page 148: Operation
Infotainment System 9. BAND 15. CD/AUX Press to display additional text information related to the current Press to scroll through the Press to scroll through FM-RDS station or MP3 song. available bands FM1, FM2, selecting the CD or an A choice of additional information AM, or SiriusXM if auxiliary device.
Page 149 Infotainment System 4. Press the softkey under the MANUAL, or changing bass or Press FWD or REV. desired SCV setting (OFF, Low, treble, returns the EQ to the manual To quickly adjust all speaker and Med, or High) to select the level bass and treble settings.
Page 150: Radio
Infotainment System Radio to the next stored preset. The (Tune): Turn clockwise or station frequency flashes while the counterclockwise to increase or radio is in the scan mode. decrease the station frequency. AM-FM Radio Storing a Radio Station as a SEEK or SEEK: Radio Data System (RDS)
Page 151: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System The balance/fade and tone settings 3. Select the desired number of Finding a Channel that were previously adjusted, are favorites pages by pressing the BAND or SRCE: Press to switch stored with the favorite stations. softkey below the displayed between FM1, FM2, AM, and XM.
Page 152: Radio Reception
Infotainment System four seconds until a double beep page. Each page of favorites can 2. Press the softkey below the sounds. The radio goes to a stored contain any combination of AM and FAV 1-6 tab. preset, plays for a few seconds if a FM stations.
Page 153: Fixed Mast Antenna
7-10 Infotainment System charging the phone's battery, Fixed Mast or simply having the phone on. This Antenna (Care) The range for most AM stations is interference causes an increased greater than for FM, especially at level of static while listening to the The fixed mast antenna can night.
Page 154: Audio Players
Infotainment System 7-11 Audio Players the CD does not play properly or not Caution (Continued) at all. Do not touch the bottom side of a CD while handling it; this could CD Player the CD player, use only CDs in damage the surface.
Page 155 7-12 Infotainment System Playing a CD device; see Auxiliary Devices on Press and hold, or press multiple page 7-16. If a portable audio player times, to continue moving forward If the ignition or radio is turned off is not connected, No Input Device through the tracks on the CD.
Page 156 Infotainment System 7-13 Up to 255 files. Format Tracks are played in the following order: Playlists with an .m3u or .wpl Radios that have the capability of extension. playing MP3s can play .mp3 or .wma Play begins from the first track in files that were recorded onto a the first playlist and continues Files with an .mp3, .wma, or .cda...
Page 157 7-14 Infotainment System Track names longer than contains more than the maximum of SEEK: Press to go to the next 32 characters or four pages are 50 folders, 15 playlists, and track. Press and hold or press shortened. The display does not 512 folders and files, the player multiple times to continue moving show parts of words on the last...
Page 158 Infotainment System 7-15 RDM (Random): For Radios with are played, the player moves to the alphabetical order on the CD and CD/MP3. Press to listen to tracks in next artist in alphabetical order and begins playing MP3s from that random, rather than sequential begins playing files by that artist.
Page 159: Auxiliary Devices
7-16 Infotainment System The label is caught in the CD Drivers are encouraged to set up BAND: If equipped, press to listen player. any auxiliary device while the to the radio when a portable audio vehicle is in P (Park). See device is playing.
Page 160 Infotainment System 7-17 Using the USB Port USB-Supported Devices USB-Supported File and Folder Structure USB flash drive Radios with a USB port can control ® The radio supports: a USB storage device or an iPod Portable USB hard drive using the radio buttons and knobs. Up to 700 folders.
Page 161 7-18 Infotainment System To connect an iPod, connect one Using the Radio to Control a FWD (Fast Forward): Press end of the USB cable that came USB Storage Device or iPod and hold to advance playback with the iPod to the iPod s dock quickly.
Page 162 Infotainment System 7-19 Genres (Pause): Press the softkey 5. Press to select the desired file Songs to be played. below to pause the track. The tab appears raised when pause is being Composers To skip through large lists, the five softkeys can be used to navigate in used.
Page 163: Phone
7-20 Infotainment System Third softkey, 5% through the list Shuffle Functionality Phone each time the softkey is pressed. To use Shuffle: Fourth softkey, 10% through the Bluetooth Press the softkey below list each time the softkey is , or to select between For vehicles equipped with pressed.
Page 164 Infotainment System 7-21 Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. A Bluetooth system can use a When to Speak: A short tone The system may not work with Bluetooth-capable cell phone with a sounds after the system responds all cell phones. See Pairing in Hands-Free Profile to make and indicating when it is waiting for a this section for more information.
Page 165 7-22 Infotainment System The pairing process is disabled 3. Say Pair. The system responds (Push to Talk): Press to when the vehicle is moving. with instructions and a four-digit answer incoming calls, confirm Personal Identification Number Pairing only needs to be system information, and start (PIN).
Page 166 Infotainment System 7-23 Listing All Paired and Connected Connecting to a Different Phone Storing and Deleting Phone Phones Numbers To connect to a different cell phone, The system can list all cell phones the Bluetooth system looks for the The system can store up to paired to it.
Page 167 7-24 Infotainment System Using the Store Command repeats back the digit it heard Listing Stored Numbers followed by a tone. After the last The list command will list all stored 1. Press and hold digit has been entered, say numbers and name tags. two seconds.
Page 168 Infotainment System 7-25 Using the Dial or Call Using the Digit Dial Command Once connected, the person called Command will be heard through the audio The digit dial command allows a speakers. phone number to be dialed by 1. Press and hold entering the digits one at a time.
Page 169 7-26 Infotainment System Call Waiting 3. Use the dial or call command to The cell phone must be paired and dial the number of the third party connected with the Bluetooth Call waiting must be supported on to be called. system before a call can be the cell phone and enabled by the transferred.
Page 170 Infotainment System 7-27 Voice Pass-Thru Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Clearing the System (DTMF) Tones Voice pass-thru allows access to the Unless information is deleted out of voice recognition commands on the the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it The Bluetooth system can send cell phone.
Page 171 7-28 Infotainment System NOTES...
Page 172 Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Rear Heating System ..8-4 Rear Climate Control System .
Page 173 Climate Controls Air Delivery Mode Control: Turn (Floor): Air is directed to the (Defrost): This mode clears the the knob clockwise or floor outlets with some air directed windshield of fog or frost more counterclockwise to change the to the windshield and side windows. quickly.
Page 174 Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger If equipped with a rear window defogger, a warming grid is used to remove fog or frost from the rear window. (Rear Window Defogger): Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light on the button comes on to show that the rear window defogger is on.
Page 175: Rear Heating System
Climate Controls (Fan): Turn the thumbwheel up Caution or down to increase or decrease the amount of heated air sent to the Do not use a razor blade or sharp rear seating area. object to clear the inside rear (High): This position supplies the window.
Page 176: Rear Climate Control System
Climate Controls Rear Climate Control System When the fan knob is in the AUX position, the rear climate control If equipped with a rear heating and air conditioning system, it controls the panel can be used to adjust the temperature, fan speed, and air delivery for the rear seat passengers only. climate settings in the rear The front climate control panel is in the overhead console between the seating area.
Page 177 Climate Controls (Fan Control): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed in the rear seating area. Temperature Control: Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature in the rear seating area. The air conditioning system on the main climate control panel must be turned on to direct cooled air to the Rear Climate Control Panel...
Page 178 Climate Controls Use of non-GM approved hood Air Vents (Floor): Air is directed to the deflectors may adversely affect floor outlets. the performance of the system. Use the outlets located near the Be sure to keep the area under the center and on the sides of the Keep the path under the front front seats clear of any objects so...
Page 179 Climate Controls NOTES...
Page 180 Driving and Operating Driving and Shifting Into Park ... . 9-19 Driver Assistance Systems Shifting out of Park ..9-20 Parking Assist ....9-35 Operating Parking over Things Rear Vision...
Page 181: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Driving Information Warning passenger to handle potential distractions. Distracted Driving Taking your eyes off the road too Become familiar with vehicle long or too often could cause a Distraction comes in many forms features before driving, such as crash resulting in injury or death.
Page 182: Drunk Driving
Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle If the engine ever stops while the between you and the driver in vehicle is being driven, brake Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. normally but do not pump the are important factors in helping to brakes.
Page 183: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Wait until the vehicle is out of Off-Road Recovery Caution the curve before accelerating gently into the straightaway. If the steering wheel is turned Steering in Emergencies until it reaches the end of its travel, and is held in that position There are some situations when for more than 15 seconds, steering around a problem may...
Page 184: Loss Of Control
Driving and Operating 3. Turn the steering wheel to go If the vehicle starts to slide, follow Remember: Antilock brakes help straight down the roadway. these suggestions: avoid only the braking skid. Ease your foot off the Loss of Control Driving on Wet Roads accelerator pedal and steer the way you want the vehicle to go.
Page 185: Hill And Mountain Roads
Driving and Operating Shift to a lower gear when going Other Rainy Weather Tips Warning (Continued) down steep or long hills. Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips include: Flowing or rushing water creates Warning strong forces. Driving through Allow extra following distance.
Page 186: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating Stay in your own lane. Do not Drive with caution, whatever the Turn off cruise control, if equipped, swing wide or cut across the condition. Accelerate gently so on slippery surfaces. center of the road. Drive at traction is not lost.
Page 187: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating If it takes some time for help to Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator Fully open the air outlets on cannot be seen or smelled. It can pedal slightly so the engine runs or under the instrument cause unconsciousness and even...
Page 188: Vehicle Load Limits
Driving and Operating Slowly spinning the wheels in the Warning Warning forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could Do not load the vehicle any If the vehicle's tires spin at high free the vehicle. If that does not get speed, they can explode, and you heavier than the Gross the vehicle out after a few tries, it...
Page 189 9-10 Driving and Operating Tire and Loading Information positions (1), and the maximum Steps for Determining Correct Label Load Limit vehicle capacity weight (2) in kilograms and pounds. Locate the statement "The combined weight of The Tire and Loading occupants and cargo should Information label also shows the never exceed XXX kg or size of the original equipment...
Page 190 Driving and Operating 9-11 and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
Page 191 9-12 Driving and Operating weight of the driver, passengers, (GVWR). The GVWR includes and cargo should never exceed the weight of the vehicle, all the vehicle capacity weight. occupants, fuel, and cargo. The Certification/Tire label also Certification/Tire Label tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 192 Driving and Operating 9-13 Warning Warning Warning (Continued) When you carry something Do not load the vehicle any Things you put inside the inside the vehicle, secure heavier than the Gross vehicle can strike and injure it whenever you can. Vehicle Weight Rating people in a sudden stop or (GVWR), or either the...
Page 193: Starting And Operating
9-14 Driving and Operating Starting and Ignition Positions Caution (Continued) Operating broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean New Vehicle Break-In premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this Caution breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake The vehicle does not need an linings.
Page 194 Driving and Operating 9-15 This position locks the ignition and shift lever must be in P (Park) to Caution (Continued) transmission. turn the ignition switch to the LOCK/OFF position. Do not turn the engine off when the key. Use the correct key, make 4.
Page 195: Starting The Engine
9-16 Driving and Operating If you leave the key in the ACC/ To place the transmission in the Caution ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position proper gear: with the engine off, the battery could Move the shift lever to P (Park) or If the steering wheel is turned be drained.
Page 196: Fast Idle System
Driving and Operating 9-17 The vehicle must not be moving (DIC), the Computer-Controlled up to 15 seconds. Wait at least and the accelerator must not be Cranking System is disabled to 15 seconds between each try, to pressed. prevent possible vehicle allow the cranking motor to cool component damage.
Page 197: Engine Heater
9-18 Driving and Operating Selecting the cruise control on/ cord may exist which will prevent Warning off button when it was engine coolant heater operation at previously on. temperatures above 18°C (0°F). Improper use of the heater cord Pressing the cruise control SET- To Use the Engine Coolant or an extension cord can damage button a second time.
Page 198: Retained Accessory
Driving and Operating 9-19 4. Before starting the engine, be Shifting Into Park Warning (Continued) sure to unplug and store the 1. Hold the brake pedal down, then cord as it was before to keep it overheat and cause a fire, set the parking brake.
Page 199: Shifting Out Of Park
9-20 Driving and Operating Then, see if you can move the shift in the transmission. Then you Warning (Continued) lever away from P (Park) without should be able to pull the shift lever first pulling it toward you. If you can, out of P (Park).
Page 200: Parking Over Things
Driving and Operating 9-21 The shift lock control system is 2. While holding down the brake Engine Exhaust always functional except in the case pedal, push the shift lever all the of a dead battery or low voltage way into P (Park). Warning (less than 9 V) battery.
Page 201: Running The Vehicle While
9-22 Driving and Operating Running the Vehicle Automatic Warning (Continued) While Parked Transmission There are holes or openings It is better not to park with the A shift position indicator is in the in the vehicle body from engine running. instrument cluster.
Page 202 Driving and Operating 9-23 Warning Caution Warning It is dangerous to get out of the Shifting to R (Reverse) while the Shifting into a drive gear while the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully vehicle is moving forward could engine is running at high speed is in P (Park) with the parking brake damage the transmission.
Page 203 9-24 Driving and Operating D (Drive): This position is for conditions in order to reduce rapid adaptive shift control process, normal driving. It provides the best upshifts and downshifts. This shift shifting might feel different as the fuel economy. If you need more stabilization feature is designed to transmission determines the best power for passing, and you are:...
Page 204 Driving and Operating 9-25 3 (Third): This position is also used rear wheels when trying to start the Caution (Continued) for normal driving. It reduces vehicle vehicle from a stop on slippery road speed more than D (Drive) without surfaces. The repair will not be covered by using the brakes.
Page 205: Manual Mode
9-26 Driving and Operating To disable or enable Normal Mode To use this feature: While using Range Selection Mode, Grade Braking within the current cruise control and the Tow/Haul 1. Move the shift lever to ignition key cycle, press and hold Mode can be used.
Page 206: Tow/Haul Mode
Driving and Operating 9-27 Tow/Haul Mode Turn the Tow/Haul Mode on and off To disable or enable Tow/Haul Mode by pressing the button on the Grade Braking within the current instrument panel. When Tow/Haul is ignition key cycle, press and hold on, a light on the instrument cluster the Tow/Haul button for will come on.
Page 207: Antilock Brake
9-28 Driving and Operating Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS...
Page 208: Parking Brake
Driving and Operating 9-29 Parking Brake If the ignition is on when the parking Ride Control Systems brake is released, the brake system warning light will go off. Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Caution Control Driving with the parking brake on The vehicle may have a vehicle can overheat the brake system stability enhancement system called...
Page 209 9-30 Driving and Operating while it is working. This is normal For your safety, the system can only and does not mean there is a be disabled when the vehicle speed problem with the vehicle. The is less than 40 km/h (25 mph). system should initialize before the vehicle reaches 40 km/h (25 mph).
Page 210: Locking Rear Axle
Driving and Operating 9-31 It is recommended to leave the cruise control can be re-engaged TCS may activate on dry or rough system on for normal driving when road conditions allow. See roads or under conditions such as conditions, but it may be necessary Cruise Control on page 9-32.
Page 211: Cruise Control
9-32 Driving and Operating Cruise Control disengage. See Traction Control/ +RES (Resume/Accelerate): If Electronic Stability Control on there is a set speed in memory, page 9-29. When road conditions press briefly to resume to a Warning allow cruise control to be safely previously set speed, or press and used again, cruise control can be hold to accelerate.
Page 212 Driving and Operating 9-33 To decrease the vehicle speed in 2. Get up to the desired speed. Increasing Speed While Using small increments, briefly press Cruise Control 3. Press and release SET . The SET . For each press, the desired set speed briefly If the cruise control system is vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h...
Page 213 9-34 Driving and Operating Using Cruise Control on Hills Cruise Grade Braking is enabled Ending Cruise Control when the vehicle is started and How well cruise control works on There are four ways to end cruise cruise control is active. It is not hills depends on the vehicle speed, control: enabled in Range Selection Mode.
Page 214: Driver Assistance Systems
Driving and Operating 9-35 Driver Assistance How the System Works RPA defaults to the on setting each time the vehicle is started. RPA comes on automatically when Systems Turn RPA off when towing a trailer. the shift lever is moved into R (Reverse).
Page 215: Rear Vision
9-36 Driving and Operating A trailer is attached to the Vehicles with Navigation Warning vehicle, or a bicycle or an object System hanging out of the rear door The RVC system does not display When the vehicle is shifted into during the current or last drive R (Reverse), the video image children, pedestrians, bicyclists,...
Page 216 Driving and Operating 9-37 The Rear Park Assist (RPA) system 3. Select the Rear Camera Options must not be disabled to use the screen button. The Rear Camera caution symbols. If RPA has been Options screen displays. disabled and the symbols have 4.
Page 217 9-38 Driving and Operating The back of the vehicle is in an A fast flash may indicate that the Displayed images may be further or accident. The position and display has been on for the closer than they appear. The area mounting angle of the camera maximum allowable time during displayed is limited and objects that...
Page 218: Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-39 Fuel Use of Seasonal Fuels Use summer and winter fuels in the For diesel engine vehicles, see appropriate season. The fuels Fuel for Diesel Engines in the industry automatically modifies the Duramax diesel supplement. fuel for the appropriate season. For gasoline engine vehicles, use of If fuel is left in the vehicle tank for the recommended fuel is an...
Page 219: California Fuel
9-40 Driving and Operating California Fuel Fuels in Foreign Caution Requirements Countries Do not use fuel containing If the vehicle is certified to meet If planning to drive in countries methanol. It can corrode metal California Emissions Standards, it is outside the U.S.
Page 220: E85 Or Flexfuel
Driving and Operating 9-41 gasoline additive recommended by E85 or FlexFuel should meet Caution General Motors. It is available at ASTM Specification D 5798 or your dealer. CAN/CGSB 3.512 in Canada. Do Some additives are not not use the fuel if the ethanol Do not use additives with E85 or compatible with E85 or FlexFuel content is greater than 85%.
Page 221: Filling The Tank
9-42 Driving and Operating Filling the Tank The fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel Warning (Continued) door on the driver side of the vehicle. Warning Fuel can spray out if the fuel If the vehicle has E85 fuel capability, cap is opened too quickly.
Page 222: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-43 This would allow fuel to evaporate Filling a Portable Fuel Warning (Continued) into the atmosphere. See Container Malfunction Indicator Lamp on keep it in contact with the fill page 5-17. opening until filling is Warning complete. Warning Filling a portable fuel container Fill the container no more...
Page 223: Trailer Towing
9-44 Driving and Operating Trailer Towing Driving Characteristics Warning and Towing Tips General Towing When towing a trailer, exhaust Driving with a Trailer gases may collect at the rear of Information When towing a trailer: the vehicle and enter if the Only use towing equipment that has liftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-most Become familiar with the state...
Page 224 Driving and Operating 9-45 Towing a trailer requires a certain Passing Caution (Continued) amount of experience. The More passing distance is needed combination you are driving is when towing a trailer. The The vehicle could be damaged. longer and not as responsive as the combination will not accelerate as Avoid making very sharp turns vehicle itself.
Page 225 9-46 Driving and Operating Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Shift Parking on Hills 2. Have someone place chocks the transmission to a lower gear if under the trailer wheels. the transmission shifts too often Warning 3. When the wheel chocks are in under heavy loads and/or hilly place, release the regular brakes conditions.
Page 226: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating 9-47 Maintenance when Trailer Warning Caution Towing The vehicle needs service more The driver can lose control when Pulling a trailer improperly can often when pulling a trailer. See pulling a trailer if the correct damage the vehicle and result in Maintenance Schedule on equipment is not used or the costly repairs not covered by the...
Page 227 9-48 Driving and Operating The following information has many Weight of the Trailer Maximum trailer weight is calculated time-tested, important trailering tips assuming only the driver is in the How heavy can a trailer safely be? and safety rules. Many of these are tow vehicle and it has all the important for your safety and that of It depends on how the rig is used.
Page 228 Driving and Operating 9-49 Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* G2500 Cargo Van 2WD Short Wheelbase 4.8L V8 3.42 3 357 kg (7,400 lb) 5 897 kg (13,000 lb) 6.0L V8 3.42...
Page 229 9-50 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* G3500 Passenger Van 2WD Short Wheelbase 6.0L V8 3.42 4 400 kg (9,700 lb) 7 257 kg (16,000 lb) G3500 Passenger Van 2WD Long Wheelbase 6.0L V8 3.42 4 218 kg (9,300 lb) 7 257 kg (16,000 lb) *The Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment, and conversion.
Page 230: Towing Equipment
Driving and Operating 9-51 maximum of 181 kg (400 lb) with a additional weight may reduce the Towing Equipment weight carrying hitch. The trailer trailering capacity more than the Hitches tongue weight (1) should be total of the additional weight. 10 percent to 15 percent of the total It is important that the vehicle does The correct hitch equipment helps...
Page 231 9-52 Driving and Operating Weight-Distributing Hitches Safety Chains panel. The four-wire harness assembly comes without a and Weight Carrying Hitches Always attach chains between the connector. vehicle and the trailer. Cross the A weight distributing hitch may be If the vehicle does not have a trailer safety chains under the tongue of useful with some trailers.
Page 232 Driving and Operating 9-53 Red/Black Stripe: Battery Feed ** If the vehicle is a cutaway with Tow/Haul is a feature that assists (30A Fuse) trailer provisions, a 15 amp fuse will when pulling a heavy trailer or a be shared for trailer park lamps and large or heavy load.
Page 233: Conversions And Add-Ons
9-54 Driving and Operating Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul Conversions and Add-on equipment can drain the Mode when lightly loaded or with no vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the Add-Ons trailer at all will not cause damage. vehicle is not operating. However, there is no benefit to the The vehicle has an airbag system.
Page 234 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Brakes ..... 10-22 Center High-Mounted Brake Fluid ....10-23 Stoplamp (CHMSL) .
Page 235: General Information
10-2 Vehicle Care Tire Inspection ....10-56 General Information cause cancer and birth defects or Tire Rotation ....10-56 other reproductive harm.
Page 236: Vehicle Checks
Vehicle Care 10-3 handling, emissions systems, Vehicle Checks This vehicle has an airbag system. aerodynamics, durability, and Before attempting to do your own electronic systems like antilock service work, see Servicing the Doing Your Own brakes, traction control, and stability Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on Service Work control.
Page 237: Hood
10-4 Vehicle Care Hood 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and If the vehicle has an underhood lift up the secondary hood lamp, it will automatically come on To open the hood: release, which is underneath the and stay on until the hood is closed. middle of the hood.
Page 238 Vehicle Care 10-5 Engine Compartment Overview 6.0L V8 Engine Shown (4.8L V8 Engine Similar)
Page 239: Engine Oil
10-6 Vehicle Care Change the engine oil at the 1. Battery on page 10-24. 10. Windshield Washer Fluid appropriate time. See Engine Oil Reservoir. See Adding Washer 2. Radiator Pressure Cap. See Life System on page 10-8. Fluid under Washer Fluid on Cooling System on page 10-14.
Page 240 Vehicle Care 10-7 what kind of oil to use. For engine Add enough oil to put the level Warning oil crankcase capacity, see somewhere in the proper operating Capacities and Specifications on range. Push the dipstick all the way The engine oil dipstick handle page 12-2.
Page 241: Engine Oil Life System
10-8 Vehicle Care temperatures. When selecting an oil properly dispose of clothing or rags of the appropriate viscosity grade, containing used engine oil. See the always select an oil of the correct manufacturer's warnings about the specification. See Specification use and disposal of oil products. earlier in this section for more Used oil can be a threat to the information.
Page 242: Automatic Transmission
Vehicle Care 10-9 For the oil life system to work If the system is ever reset Automatic Transmission properly, the system must be reset accidentally, the oil must be Fluid every time the oil is changed. changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) since the last oil change.
Page 243: Transmission Fluid
10-10 Vehicle Care How to Check Automatic A cold fluid level check can be Caution (Continued) performed after the vehicle has Transmission Fluid been sitting for eight hours or more Because this operation can be transmission to overheat. Be sure with the engine off, but this is used difficult, it is recommended to have to get an accurate reading if...
Page 244 Vehicle Care 10-11 Because the vehicle is equipped 2. Push it back in all the way, wait with a high-efficiency air-to-oil three seconds, and pull it back cooler, the transmission fluid out again. temperature may not reach the 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, required hot fluid level checking and read the lower level.
Page 245: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
10-12 Vehicle Care When the correct fluid level is How to Add Automatic Fluid earlier in this section for obtained, push the dipstick back instructions on driving to achieve Transmission Fluid in all the way; then flip the warm or hot transmission fluid. Refer to Recommended Fluids and handle down to lock the dipstick It does not take much fluid,...
Page 246 Vehicle Care 10-13 When to Inspect the Engine Air To inspect or replace the engine air Warning cleaner/filter: Cleaner/Filter 1. Unhook the retainer clips and Inspect or replace the air cleaner/ Operating the engine with the air remove the cover. filter at the scheduled maintenance cleaner/filter off can cause you or intervals.
Page 247: Cooling System
10-14 Vehicle Care Cooling System Warning Caution The cooling system allows the An electric engine cooling fan can Using coolant other than engine to maintain the correct ® start even when the engine is not DEX-COOL can cause working temperature. running.
Page 248 Vehicle Care 10-15 What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Caution (Continued) drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant. If using this mixture, Warning mixture can freeze and crack nothing else needs to be added. engine cooling parts. The repairs This mixture: Adding only plain water or some would not be covered by the...
Page 249 10-16 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant When the engine is cold, the coolant Caution level should be at or above the The vehicle must be on a level COLD FILL mark. If it is not, there surface when checking the coolant This vehicle has a specific could be a leak in the cooling level.
Page 250 Vehicle Care 10-17 If coolant is needed, add the proper mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done. 1. Remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, 3. Fill the radiator with the proper 4.
Page 251: Engine Overheating
10-18 Vehicle Care 8. Replace the pressure cap. At If the decision is made not to lift the any time during this procedure if hood when this warning appears, coolant begins to flow out of the but instead get service help right filler neck, reinstall the away, see Roadside Assistance pressure cap.
Page 252 Vehicle Care 10-19 If the overheat warning is displayed Caution Warning (Continued) with no sign of steam: 1. Turn the air off. Running the engine without If you keep driving when the coolant may cause damage or a engine is overheated, the liquids 2.
Page 253: Engine Fan
10-20 Vehicle Care If there is still no sign of steam, extra shifts. It is merely the cooling When to Check Power Steering push down the accelerator until the system functioning properly. The fan Fluid engine speed is about twice as fast will slow down when additional It is not necessary to regularly as normal idle speed for at least...
Page 254: Washer Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-21 The level should be at the COLD Washer Fluid Caution FILL mark. If necessary, add only What to Use enough fluid to bring the level up to Do not use engine coolant the mark. When the vehicle needs windshield (antifreeze) in the windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the To prevent contamination of brake...
Page 255: Brakes
10-22 Vehicle Care Brakes Some driving conditions or climates Replacing Brake System Parts can cause a brake squeal when the The braking system on a vehicle is This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brakes are first applied or lightly complex. Its many parts have to be brake pads have built-in wear applied.
Page 256: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-23 Brake Fluid Do not top off the brake fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule Adding fluid does not correct a leak. to determine when to check the If fluid is added when the linings are brake fluid. See Maintenance worn, there will be too much fluid Schedule on page 11-3.
Page 257: Battery
10-24 Vehicle Care After work is done on the brake Battery Caution hydraulic system, make sure the Refer to the replacement number level is above the MIN but not over Using the wrong fluid can shown on the original battery label the MAX mark.
Page 258: Rear Axle
Vehicle Care 10-25 Vehicle Storage How to Check Lubricant What to Use Refer to Recommended Fluids and Warning Lubricants on page 11-11 to determine what kind of lubricant Batteries have acid that can burn to use. you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you are Noise Control System not careful.
Page 259: Starter Switch Check
10-26 Vehicle Care Federal law prohibits the following Engine: Fuel Operated Heater (FOH) acts or the causing thereof: Diesel Engine: Removal or rendering engine 1. The removal or rendering speed governor, if the vehicle Removal of the muffler. has one, inoperative so as to inoperative by any person, other Starter Switch Check allow engine speed to exceed...
Page 260: Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function
Vehicle Care 10-27 If the vehicle starts in any other 3. With the engine off, turn the Park Brake and P (Park) position, contact your dealer for ignition on, but do not start the Mechanism Check service. engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the Warning Automatic Transmission...
Page 261: Headlamp Aiming
10-28 Vehicle Care To check the P (Park) Headlamp Aiming Caution (Continued) mechanism's holding ability: With the engine running, shift to Headlamp aim has been preset and the windshield. Any damage that P (Park). Then release the should need no further adjustment. occurs would not be covered by parking brake followed by the If the vehicle is damaged in a crash,...
Page 262: Bulb Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-29 Bulb Replacement Headlamps Composite Headlamp For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 10-33. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs Warning 2. Remove the two bolts from the 1.
Page 263 10-30 Vehicle Care 8. Reverse the steps to reinstall the To replace one of these bulbs: headlamp assembly. 1. Remove the four screws (1) from To prevent headlamp vibration the headlamp retainer (2). and shortened bulb life, be sure Pull the retainer (2) out and set it to insert the headlamp assembly aside.
Page 264: Front Turn Signal
Vehicle Care 10-31 Front Turn Signal, 1. Use a small tool to unlatch the Taillamps outboard clip on the lamp by Sidemarker, and Parking To replace a taillamp/turn signal pushing inboard and prying the Lamps lamp or back-up lamp bulb: lamp assembly forward.
Page 265: Center High-Mounted
10-32 Vehicle Care 5. Remove the taillamp assembly 9. Reinstall the bulb socket by from the vehicle. turning it clockwise into the lamp assembly. 10. Reverse Steps 1 5 to reinstall the taillamp assembly and applique. Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) The CHMSL is above the rear doors at the center of the vehicle.
Page 266: License Plate Lamp
Vehicle Care 10-33 1. Remove the two screws from the License Plate Lamp 4. Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to CHMSL assembly. reinstall the license plate bulb assembly. 2. Remove the CHMSL assembly. 3. Turn the bulb socket Replacement Bulbs counterclockwise one-quarter Bulb turn to remove it from the lamp...
Page 267: Electrical System
10-34 Vehicle Care Electrical System If there is a problem on the road and Bulb Exterior Lamp a fuse needs to be replaced, the Number same amperage fuse can be Electrical System Headlamps borrowed. Choose some feature of Overload the vehicle that is not needed to use Composite 9005LL and replace it as soon as possible.
Page 268: Fuses And Circuit
Vehicle Care 10-35 Although the circuit is protected Fuses and Circuit Engine Compartment from electrical overload, overload Breakers Fuse Block due to heavy snow or ice may cause wiper linkage damage. The wiring circuits in the vehicle are The fuse block is located in the Always clear ice and heavy snow protected from short circuits by a engine compartment on the driver...
Page 269 10-36 Vehicle Care The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Mini Fuse Usage Right Stop/Turn Trailer Spare Spare Fuel System Control Module Ignition Body Control Module 5 Body Control Module 7 Body Control Module 4 Instrument Cluster Trailer Wiring...
Page 270 Vehicle Care 10-37 Mini Fuse Usage Mini Fuse Usage Mini Fuse Usage Steering Wheel Right High-Beam Windshield Washer Sensor Headlamp Horn Engine Control Left Low-Beam Transmission Module Ignition/ Headlamp Air Conditioning Glow Plug Module Right Low-Beam Compressor Transmission Headlamp Engine Control Control Module Wiper Module Battery...
Page 271 10-38 Vehicle Care Mini Fuse Usage Mini Fuse Usage Relay Usage Oxygen Sensor Run/Crank Odd Ignition/ Injectors 2 (Pre) Spare Daytime Running Engine Control Fuel Pump Lamps 2 Module Powertrain Crank (LOLVL-V22) (If Even Ignition/ Equipped) Injectors Air Conditioning Compressor Daytime Running Lamps 1 (UPLVL J-Case Fuse...
Page 272: Floor Console Fuse Block
Vehicle Care 10-39 Floor Console Fuse Block The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and The floor console fuse block is under the driver seat. features shown. Mini-Fuse Usage Empty Steering Wheel Sensor Auxiliary Parking Lamps (Cut-Away) Front Park Lamps Trailer Park Lamps...
Page 273 10-40 Vehicle Care Mini-Fuse Usage Mini-Fuse Usage Mini-Fuse Usage Empty Ignition Switch/ Driver Door Unlock Discrete Logic Heating, Ventilation Empty Ignition and Air Empty Sensor (PK3) Conditioning 2 Instrument Cluster Heating, Ventilation J-Case Fuse Usage and Air Heating, Ventilation Upfitter Auxiliary 1 Conditioning 1 and Air Gas Ambulance...
Page 274: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care 10-41 Wheels and Tires Relays Usage Warning (Continued) Upfitter Auxiliary 2 Tires and a serious crash. See (High Current Mini) Vehicle Load Limits on Every new GM vehicle has Rear Defogger page 9-9. high-quality tires made by a (High Current Underinflated tires pose leading tire manufacturer.
Page 275: All-Season Tires
10-42 Vehicle Care All-Season Tires Winter Tires Warning (Continued) This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not originally Worn or old tires can all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter cause a crash. If the tread designed to provide good overall tires are designed for increased performance on most road surfaces...
Page 276: All-Terrain Tires
Vehicle Care 10-43 Use only radial ply tires of the Tire Sidewall Labeling and service description. See the same size, load range, and Tire Size illustration later in this Useful information about a tire is speed rating as the original section for more detail.
Page 277 10-44 Vehicle Care DOT Tire Date of (6) Uniform Tire Quality Manufacture The last four Grading (UTQG) Tire digits of the TIN indicate the tire manufacturers are required to manufactured date. The first two grade tires based on three digits represent the week performance factors: treadwear, (01-52) and the last two digits, traction, and temperature...
Page 278 Vehicle Care 10-45 (2) TPC Spec (Tire (4) DOT (Department of The TIN shows the Performance Criteria Transportation) manufacturer and plant code, Specification) Original Department of Transportation tire size, and date the tire was equipment tires designed to (DOT) code indicates that the manufactured.
Page 279: Tire Designations
10-46 Vehicle Care Tire Designations (3) Aspect Ratio A two-digit is certified to carry. The speed number that indicates the tire rating is the maximum speed a Tire Size height-to-width measurements. tire is certified to carry a load. For example, if the tire size The following examples show aspect ratio is 75, as shown in the different parts of a tire size.
Page 280: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Vehicle Care 10-47 (3) Aspect Ratio A two-digit (7) Service Description the tire. Air pressure is number that indicates the tire service description indicates the expressed in kPa (kilopascal) height-to-width measurements. load index and speed rating of a or psi (pounds per square inch). For example, if the tire size tire.
Page 281 10-48 Vehicle Care Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire includes the Tire Identification Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire in which the plies are laid at Number (TIN), an alphanumeric tire used on light duty trucks and alternate angles less than designator which can also some multipurpose passenger 90 degrees to the centerline of identify the tire manufacturer,...
Page 282 Vehicle Care 10-49 Normal Occupant Weight Recommended Inflation Traction The friction between number of occupants a vehicle Pressure Vehicle the tire and the road surface. is designed to seat multiplied by manufacturer's recommended The amount of grip provided. 68 kg (150 lb). See Vehicle Load tire inflation pressure as shown Tread The portion of a tire that...
Page 283: Tire Pressure
10-50 Vehicle Care The ratings are molded into the Tire Pressure Caution (Continued) sidewall of the tire. See Uniform Tires need the correct amount of Tire Quality Grading on air pressure to operate page 10-61. Overinflated tires, or tires that effectively.
Page 284: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care 10-51 example of the Tire and Loading the vehicle has not been driven Tire Pressure Monitor Information label, see Vehicle for at least three hours or no System Load Limits on page 9-9. How more than 1.6 km (1 mi). The Tire Pressure Monitor System the vehicle is loaded affects Remove the valve cap from the...
Page 285: Tire Pressure Monitor
10-52 Vehicle Care pressure telltale when one or more The TPMS malfunction indicator is See Radio Frequency Statement on of your tires is significantly combined with the low tire pressure page 13-12. under-inflated. telltale. When the system detects a Tire Pressure Monitor malfunction, the telltale will flash for Accordingly, when the low tire approximately one minute and then...
Page 286 Vehicle Care 10-53 located on the instrument cluster. The low tire pressure warning light Caution If the warning light comes on, stop may come on in cool weather when as soon as possible and inflate the the vehicle is first started, and then Tire sealant materials are not all tires to the recommended pressure turn off as the vehicle is driven.
Page 287 10-54 Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or TPMS Malfunction Light and process was not done or not being near facilities using radio Message completed successfully after wave frequencies similar to the The TPMS will not function properly rotating the tires.
Page 288 Vehicle Care 10-55 using a TPMS relearn tool, in the 3. Press the Remote Keyless Entry sensor identification code has following order: driver side front tire, been matched to this tire and (RKE) transmitter's passenger side front tire, passenger wheel position. buttons at the same time for side rear tire, and driver side rear.
Page 289: Tire Inspection
10-56 Vehicle Care The tire has a puncture, cut, Tire Inspection or other damage that cannot We recommend that the tires, be repaired well because of including the spare tire, if the the size or location of the vehicle has one, be inspected damage.
Page 290: Dual Tire Rotation
Vehicle Care 10-57 Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor Lightly coat the center of the The outer tire on a dual wheel setup generally wears faster than the System. See Tire Pressure wheel hub with wheel bearing inner tire. Tires last longer and wear Monitor Operation on grease after a wheel change or more evenly if they are rotated.
Page 291: When It Is Time For New
10-58 Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New Some commercial truck tires, first two digits represent the week including Goodyear LT225/75R16 (01-52) and the last two digits, the Tires G949 RSA and Goodyear LT225/ year. For example, the third week of 75R16 G933 RSD, may not have the year 2010 would have a Factors such as maintenance,...
Page 292: Buying New Tires
Vehicle Care 10-59 Buying New Tires will be followed by MS for mud Warning and snow. See Tire Sidewall GM has developed and matched Labeling on page 10-43 for Tires could explode during specific tires for the vehicle. The additional information. improper service.
Page 293: Different Size Tires And Wheels
10-60 Vehicle Care Winter tires with the same speed The Tire and Loading Warning (Continued) rating as the original equipment Information label indicates the tires may not be available for H, original equipment tires on the vehicle included a spare tire V, W, Y and ZR speed rated vehicle.
Page 294: Uniform Tire Quality
Vehicle Care 10-61 Treadwear 200 Traction AA must also conform to federal Warning Temperature A safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire If different sized wheels are used, The following information relates Performance Criteria (TPC) there may not be an acceptable to the system developed by the standards.
Page 295: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-62 Vehicle Care habits, service practices and Temperature overloaded. Excessive speed, differences in road underinflation, or excessive The temperature grades are A characteristics and climate. loading, either separately or in (the highest), B, and C, combination, can cause heat representing the tire's resistance Traction buildup and possible tire failure.
Page 296: Wheel Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-63 Wheel Replacement Used Replacement Wheels Warning Replace any wheel that is bent, Warning Using the wrong replacement cracked, or badly rusted or wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming Replacing a wheel with a used loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and nuts can be dangerous.
Page 297: If A Tire Goes Flat
10-64 Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blow out crash. To help avoid damage to slow down until it stops. Driving while driving, especially if the tires the vehicle, drive slowly, readjust, too fast or spinning the wheels are maintained properly.
Page 298 Vehicle Care 10-65 Warning Warning Warning Driving on a flat tire will cause Lifting a vehicle and getting under Changing a tire can be permanent damage to the tire. it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous. The vehicle can slip Re-inflating a tire after it has been dangerous without the off the jack and roll over or fall...
Page 299: Tire Changing
10-66 Vehicle Care When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), use the following example as a guide to assist in the placement of the wheel blocks (1). Remove the retaining wing bolt and Remove the retaining wing bolt and lift it off of the mounting bracket.
Page 300 Vehicle Care 10-67 The tools you will be using include: To lower the spare tire from the vehicle: 1. Assemble the wheel wrench (7) to the hoist handle and the extension(s) (6). 2. Open the passenger side rear door. 3. Insert the chisel end of the hoist handle, on an angle, through the hole in the rear floor panel 1.
Page 301 10-68 Vehicle Care 5. Remove the wheel wrench, 7. Put the spare tire near the extension(s), and hoist handle flat tire. assembly from the hoist shaft. 8. Close the passenger side rear door. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire If the vehicle has plastic wheel nut caps, loosen them by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise.
Page 302 Vehicle Care 10-69 3. Assemble the jack and tools: Front Flat: Assemble the jack (1) together with the jack handle (5), one or two extension(s) (3), and the wheel wrench (4). Rear Flat: Assemble the jack (1) together with the jack handle (5), two extensions (3), and the wheel wrench (4).
Page 303 10-70 Vehicle Care in order to avoid any 5. Turn the wheel wrench Warning interference with the exhaust clockwise to raise the vehicle. pipe (2). Raise the vehicle far enough off Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the the ground so there is enough parts to which it is fastened, can room for the spare tire to fit.
Page 304 Vehicle Care 10-71 Warning Wheel nuts that are not tight can work loose. If all the nuts on a wheel come off, the wheel can come off the vehicle, causing a crash. All wheel nuts must be properly tightened. Follow the rules in this section to be sure they are.
Page 305 10-72 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) operation. Replace any wheel if specification supplied by the its stud holes have become larger aftermarket manufacturer when or distorted in any way. Inspect using accessory locking wheel hubs and hub piloted wheels for nuts.
Page 306 Vehicle Care 10-73 Have a technician check the Two clicks should occur. The wheel nut tightness of all spare tire hoist cannot be wheels with a torque wrench overtightened. after the first 160 km (100 mi) and then 1 600 km (1,000 mi) after that.
Page 307: Full-Size Spare Tire
10-74 Vehicle Care Full-Size Spare Tire After installing the spare tire on the Jump Starting vehicle, stop as soon as possible If this vehicle came with a full-size For more information about the and check that the spare is correctly spare tire, it was fully inflated when vehicle battery, see Battery on inflated.
Page 308 Vehicle Care 10-75 2. Get the vehicles close enough Caution Caution (Continued) so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles are not Ignoring these steps could result warranty. Whenever possible, turn touching each other. If they are, in costly damage to the vehicle off or unplug all accessories on it could cause a ground...
Page 309 10-76 Vehicle Care Do not connect positive (+) to Warning Warning negative ( ) or you will get a short that would damage the Using an open flame near a Fans or other moving engine battery and maybe other parts battery can cause battery gas to parts can injure you badly.
Page 310 Vehicle Care 10-77 it to the positive (+) terminal of Caution the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle The vehicle uses the unpainted has one. radio antenna bracket as a 7. Now connect the black remote negative (-) terminal.
Page 311: Towing The Vehicle
10-78 Vehicle Care Towing the Vehicle of recreational vehicle towing are Caution known as dinghy towing and dolly towing. Dinghy towing is towing the If the jumper cables are Caution vehicle with all four wheels on the connected or removed in the ground.
Page 312 Vehicle Care 10-79 Is the vehicle ready to be Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Dolly Towing towed? Just as preparing the Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off the vehicle for a long trip, make sure Caution Ground) the vehicle is prepared to be towed. If the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground, the Dinghy Towing...
Page 313: Appearance Care
10-80 Vehicle Care 4. Put the transmission in P (Park). Appearance Care Caution (Continued) 5. Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer's Exterior Care products can be obtained from instructions. your dealer. Follow all Locks manufacturer directions regarding 6.
Page 314 Vehicle Care 10-81 washed. This could cause damage calcium chloride and other salts, ice Caution (Continued) that would not be covered by the melting agents, road oil and tar, tree vehicle warranty. sap, bird droppings, chemicals from may damage it. Use only industrial chimneys, etc., can If using an automatic car wash, non-abrasive waxes and polishes...
Page 315 10-82 Vehicle Care Aftermarket appearance caps or The bright metal moldings on the Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ covers while the lamps are vehicle are aluminum. To prevent Lenses, Emblems, Decals and illuminated, due to excessive damage always follow these Stripes heat generated. cleaning instructions: Use only lukewarm or cold water, a Be sure the molding is cool to...
Page 316 Vehicle Care 10-83 Windshield and Wiper Blades can be removed by rubbing with a Caution clean cloth. See Recommended Clean the outside of the windshield Fluids and Lubricants on with glass cleaner. Chrome wheels and other chrome page 11-11. trim may be damaged if the Clean rubber blades using a lint-free Tires vehicle is not washed after driving...
Page 317 10-84 Vehicle Care For 2500/3500 Series vehicles Underbody Maintenance Caution (Continued) equipped with steering linkage, at At least twice a year, Spring and least every other engine oil change Fall, use plain water to flush dirt and automatic car wash that uses lubricate the tie rod ball joints, idler debris from the vehicle's underbody.
Page 318: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-85 corrosion. Larger areas of finish hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect To prevent damage, do not clean damage can be corrected in your repellent from all interior surfaces or the interior using the following dealer's body and paint shop. permanent damage may result.
Page 319 10-86 Vehicle Care Interior Glass Coated Moldings To clean: 1. Saturate a clean lint-free To clean, use a terry cloth fabric Coated moldings should be cleaned. colorfast cloth with water. dampened with water. Wipe droplets When lightly soiled, wipe with a Microfiber cloth is recommended left behind with a clean dry cloth.
Page 320 Vehicle Care 10-87 cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small Caution Caution (Continued) hidden area for colorfastness before using a commercial upholstery Do not attach a device with a may cause permanent damage. cleaner or spot lifter. If ring suction cup to the display. This Wipe excess moisture from these formation occurs, clean the entire may cause damage and would...
Page 321: Floor Mats
10-88 Vehicle Care Use the floor mat with the Floor Mats Caution correct side up. Do not turn it over. Warning Use of air fresheners may cause Do not place anything on top of permanent damage to plastics the driver side floor mat. If a floor mat is the wrong size or and painted surfaces.
Page 322: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information transportation, and online scheduling to assist with service Maintenance This maintenance section applies to 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 competitively priced maintenance...
Page 323 11-2 Service and Maintenance Are driven on reasonable road The Tire Rotation and Required Warning surfaces within legal driving Services are the responsibility of the limits. vehicle owner. It is recommended to Performing maintenance work can have your dealer perform these Use the recommended fuel.
Page 324: Maintenance Schedule
Service and Maintenance 11-3 Maintenance Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km/ When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Schedule 7,500 mi SOON message displays, have the engine oil and filter changed within Owner Checks and Services Rotate the tires, if recommended for the next 1 000 km/600 mi.
Page 325 11-4 Service and Maintenance Visually inspect windshield wiper Check restraint system Check parking brake and blades for wear, cracking, components. See Safety System automatic transmission park or contamination. See Exterior Check on page 3-16. mechanism. See Park Brake and Care on page 10-80. Replace P (Park) Mechanism Check on Visually inspect fuel system for worn or damaged wiper blades.
Page 326 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Lubricate the steering linkage (6). Inspect evaporative control system. (1) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 327 11-6 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Lubricate the steering linkage (7). Inspect evaporative control system. (1) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 328: Services
Service and Maintenance 11-7 (5) Or every 10 years, whichever Special Application Additional comes first. Inspect for fraying, Services Maintenance and Care excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed. Vehicles with Dual Wheels: Your vehicle is an important (6) Or every 10 years, whichever Check dual wheel nut torque at investment and caring for it properly comes first.
Page 329 11-8 Service and Maintenance Instrument cluster lights may Battery Brakes come on to indicate that fluids The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are may be low and need to be the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving.
Page 330 Service and Maintenance 11-9 Trained dealer technicians can Shocks and Struts Tires inspect and recommend the right Shocks and struts help aid in control Tires need to be properly inflated, tires. Your dealer can also for a smoother ride. rotated, and balanced. Maintaining provide tire/wheel balancing the tires can save money and fuel, services to ensure smooth...
Page 331 11-10 Service and Maintenance 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 332: Recommended Fluids
Service and Maintenance 11-11 Recommended Fluids Recommended Fluids and Lubricants This maintenance section applies to vehicles with a gasoline engine. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, 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. Usage Fluid/Lubricant ®...
Page 333 11-12 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Key Lock Cylinders Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Front Wheel Bearings Wheel bearing lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category GC or GC-LB (GM Part No.
Page 334: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-13 Maintenance Replacement Parts If the vehicle has the Duramax diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement. Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 22909882...
Page 335: Maintenance Records
11-14 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...
Page 336 Service and Maintenance 11-15 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 337 11-16 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 338: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 339: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-11 for more information. Capacities Application Metric...
Page 340 Technical Data 12-3 Capacities Application Metric English Fuel Tank Cutaway (Optional Tank)* 215.7 L 57.0 gal Cutaway (Standard Tank) 124.9 L 33.0 gal Passenger and Cargo 117.3 L 31.0 gal * 4 039 mm (159 in) wheelbase or 4 496 mm (177 in) wheelbase only Wheel Nut Torque 140 lb ft All capacities are approximate.
Page 341: Engine Drive Belt Routing
12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing V8 Engines If equipped with a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement.
Page 342: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... 13-14...
Page 343 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, remember that your concern will decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be...
Page 344: Customer Assistance
Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), assistance. However, if a customer Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, participation in a no-charge or write to: the letter should be addressed to: Mediation/Arbitration Program.
Page 345: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Assistance Center. Any TTY user in (Service History): View and the U.S. can communicate print dealer-recorded service General Motors of Canada Limited with Chevrolet by dialing: records and self-recorded service Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: 1-800-833-2438. TTY users in records.
Page 346: Program
General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca (Canada) chevroletowner.ca Reimbursement Program or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) Take a trip to the Chevrolet Owner for details. TTY users call Centre: 1-800-263-3830. Chat live with online help Roadside Assistance representatives.
Page 347 Flat Tire Change: Service to General Motors North America and plate number of the vehicle. change a flat tire with the spare Chevrolet reserve the right to limit tire. The spare tire, if equipped, services or payment to an owner or Odometer reading, Vehicle...
Page 348: Program
Customer Information 13-7 Services Specific to permission to get local safety related. If it is, please call emergency road service. You will your dealership, let them know this, Canadian-Purchased Vehicles receive payment, up to $100, and ask for instructions. Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement after sending the original receipt If your dealer requests you to bring is up to 7 liters.
Page 349 13-8 Customer Information Several Courtesy Transportation Public Transportation or Fuel Requirements vary and may include options are available to assist in Reimbursement minimum age requirements, reducing inconvenience when insurance coverage, credit card, etc. If overnight warranty repairs are warranty repairs are required. Additional fees such as fuel usage needed, and public transportation is charges, taxes, levies, usage fees,...
Page 350: Collision Damage Repair
Customer Information 13-9 Collision Damage Repair vehicles that were total losses in Repair Facility prior crashes. In most cases, the GM also recommends that you If the vehicle is involved in a parts being recycled are from choose a collision repair facility that collision and it is damaged, have the undamaged sections of the vehicle.
Page 351 13-10 Customer Information When purchasing insurance, we Give only the necessary information Choose a reputable repair facility recommend that you ensure that the to police and other parties involved that uses quality replacement parts. vehicle will be repaired with GM in the crash.
Page 352: Service Publications Ordering Information
Customer Information 13-11 aftermarket parts. Discuss this with Service Publications Owner Information the repair professional, and insist on Ordering Information Owner publications are written Genuine GM parts. Remember, specifically for owners and intended if the vehicle is leased, you may be Service Manuals to provide basic operational obligated to have the vehicle...
Page 353: Radio Frequency Identification (Rfid)
13-12 Customer Information Current and Past Models Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Statement Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that and past model GM vehicles. vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that ORDER TOLL FREE: pressure monitoring and ignition...
Page 354: Reporting Safety Defects
Customer Information 13-13 Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot Reporting Safety Defects become involved in individual to the Canadian Defects problems between you, your Government dealer, or General Motors. Reporting Safety Defects If you live in Canada, and you To contact NHTSA, you may call to the United States believe that the vehicle has a safety the Vehicle Safety Hotline...
Page 355: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: situation occurs; no data are This vehicle may be equipped with a Chevrolet Motor Division recorded under normal driving module that records data in certain Chevrolet Customer Assistance conditions and no personal data are...
Page 356: Onstar
Customer Information 13-15 ® GM will not access this data or OnStar Navigation System (U.S. share it with others except: with the and Canada) If the vehicle is equipped with consent of the vehicle owner or, ® OnStar and has an active if the vehicle is leased, with the If the vehicle is equipped with a subscription, additional data may be...
Page 357 13-16 Customer Information NOTES...
Page 358: Onstar Overview
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview satellite signals to be available and operating. OnStar acts as a link to existing public emergency service providers. OnStar may collect OnStar Overview information about you and your OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 vehicle, including location information.
Page 359: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar Receive On-Demand OnStar Services Press or call 1-888-4-ONSTAR Diagnostics for a check of the (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an vehicle s key operating systems. Advisor. Emergency Receive Roadside Assistance. Press With Automatic Crash Response, Manage WiFi Settings (if the OnStar system can Make a call, end a call, equipped).
Page 360: Security
OnStar 14-3 Security 4. Follow the voice-guided 2. Say Repeat. System responds commands. with the last direction given, then OnStar provides services including responds with OnStar ready, Using Voice Commands Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote then a tone. During a Planned Route Ignition Block, and Roadside Get My Destination Assistance, if equipped.
Page 361: Connections
14-4 OnStar WiFi Connectivity (If Equipped) pressure (if the vehicle is equipped Destination Download: Press with the tire pressure monitoring then request the Advisor to The vehicle has a WiFi hotspot that system); or activate remote horn download directions to the provides a high-speed, wireless and lights.
Page 362 OnStar 14-5 OnStar Hands-Free Calling 4. Say Call. System responds: 3. Say the entire number without OK, dialing 911. pausing. System responds: This service allows calls to be made Please say the name tag. and received from the vehicle. Retrieve My Number 4.
Page 363: Vehicle Diagnostics
14-6 OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics can 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 Press to request account transfer...
Page 364 OnStar 14-7 in that area. The wireless service Services for People with OnStar Personal Identification provider must also have coverage, Disabilities Number (PIN) network capacity, reception, and Advisors provide services to help A PIN is needed to access some of technology compatible with OnStar subscribers with physical disabilities the OnStar services, like Remote...
Page 365 14-8 OnStar Potential Issues A temporary loss of GPS can cause to function properly. These systems loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is OnStar cannot perform Remote Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The discharged or disconnected. Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Advisor may give a verbal route or Assistance after the vehicle has...
Page 366 OnStar 14-9 may unlawfully intercept or access above copyright notice and this or other dealings in this Software transmissions and private permission notice appear in all without prior written authorization of communications without consent. copies. the copyright holder. THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED OnStar - software unzip: AS IS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF...
Page 367 14-10 OnStar Uwe Rommel, Steve Salisbury, this list of conditions in thereof, including, but not limited Dave Smith, Steven M. Schweda, documentation and/or other to, different capitalizations), Christian Spieler, Cosmin Truta, materials provided with the Pocket UnZip, WiZ or Antoine Verheijen, Paul von Behren, distribution.
Page 368: Adding Equipment To The
INDEX Airbags Audio System Adding Equipment to the Fixed Mast Antenna ..7-10 Accessories and Vehicle ..... .3-26 Radio Reception .
Page 369 INDEX Bluetooth Check Overview .....7-20 Engine Light ....5-17 Calibration .
Page 370 INDEX Compartments Customer Information Drive Belt Routing, Engine ..12-4 Storage ......4-1 Service Publications Driver Information Compass .
Page 371 INDEX Electrical System Engine (cont'd) Floor Mats ....10-88 Overheating ....10-18 Engine Compartment Fluid Fuse Block .
Page 372 INDEX Fuses Glass, Enhanced Engine Compartment Technology ....2-16 Idle System Fuse Block ....10-35 GM Mobility Reimbursement Fast .
Page 373: Lower Anchors And Tethers
INDEX Lights Locks (cont'd) Airbag On-Off ....5-15 Door ......2-5 Labeling, Tire Sidewall .
Page 374 INDEX Messages Mirrors (cont'd) Manual Rearview ... . .2-13 Airbag System ....5-35 Engine ......10-6 Battery Voltage and Power .
Page 375 INDEX Outlets Power (cont'd) Rear Doors ....2-10 Protection, Battery ... . . 6-6 Power .
Page 376 INDEX Replacing Safety Belt Securing Child System Parts after a Crash . . . 3-16 Restraints ....3-43, 3-45 Safety Belts ....3-8 Reporting Safety Defects Security Care .
Page 377 i-10 INDEX Shifting Sun Visors ..... 2-16 Tires (cont'd) Inflation Monitor System ..10-52 Into Park ..... .9-19 Swing-out Windows .
Page 378 INDEX i-11 Traction Control System (TCS)/ Vehicle Warning ® StabiliTrak Light ... .5-21 Canadian Owners ....iii Brake System Light .
Page 379 i-12 INDEX Winter Driving ......9-7 Winter Tires ....10-42 Wiper Blade Replacement .

Chevrolet 2015 Express Owner's Manual

Express

Controls

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Information Displays

Vehicle Messages

Vehicle Personalization

Lighting 6-1 Lighting Exterior Lighting

Infotainment

Introduction

Radio

Audio Players

Phone

9-1 Driving and Operating

Brakes

Fuel

General Information

Quick Links

Chapters

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