Page 1 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Rear Seat Infotainment .
Page 2: Table Of Contents
2012 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual Vehicle Care ....10-1 Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1 Customer Information ..13-1 General Information .
Page 3 à l'adresse Keep this manual in the vehicle for this manual including, but not limited suivante: quick reference. to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, Helm, Incorporated the CHEVROLET Emblem, P.O. Box 07130 AVALANCHE, and Z71 are Detroit, MI 48207...
Page 4: Index
Introduction Using this Manual Symbols WARNING To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and These mean there is something the vehicle, use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other back of the manual.
Page 5: Onstar
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Charging System : Malfunction Indicator Lamp Here are some additional symbols : Cruise Control : Oil Pressure that may be found on the vehicle : Engine Coolant Temperature : Outside Power Foldaway and what they mean. For more Mirrors information on the symbol, refer to : Exterior Lamps...
Page 6 Introduction NOTES...
Page 7: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Safety Belts ....1-11 Navigation System ... 1-22 Passenger Sensing Driver Information System .
Page 8 In Brief Instrument Panel...
Page 9: Information
In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 10. Dome Lamp Override. See Steering Wheel Controls on Dome Lamps on page 6 7. page 5 3. B. Turn and Lane Change Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Instrument Panel Illumination Q. Climate Control Systems on Signals on page 6 5.
Page 10: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive Remote Keyless Entry : Press to lock all doors. Lock and unlock feedback can be (RKE) System Information personalized. See Vehicle The RKE transmitter is used to Personalization (With DIC Buttons) This section provides a brief remotely lock and unlock the doors on page 5 45.
Page 11: Remote Vehicle Start
In Brief Remote Vehicle Start Canceling a Remote Start Door Locks To cancel a remote start: With this feature the engine can be There are several ways to lock and started from outside of the vehicle. unlock the vehicle. Aim the RKE transmitter at the From outside, use the Remote vehicle and press and hold Starting the Vehicle...
Page 12 In Brief ® Midgate Tailgate Removal The driver door also has switches that control the front passenger and The tailgate is not to be removed. This vehicle is equipped with a rear windows. The power windows Removing the tailgate may cause Midgate and a removable rear glass work when the ignition is in ON/ damage to the electrical connector...
Page 13 In Brief Seat Adjustment Power Seats See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3 4 for more information. Manual Seats Lumbar Adjustment Manual Lumbar To adjust a power seat, if equipped: Move the seat forward or To adjust the seat: rearward by sliding the control 1.
Page 14 In Brief On vehicles with four-way Power Lumbar Reclining Seatbacks lumbar, press and hold the front Manual Reclining Seatbacks or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. To raise or lower the height of the support, press and hold the top or bottom of the control.
Page 15: Memory Features
In Brief To return the seatback to the upright Power Reclining Seatbacks Memory Features position: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
Page 16: Second Row Seats
1-10 In Brief Storing Memory Positions 3. Repeat for a second driver Easy Exit Driver Seat position using 2. To save into memory: This feature can move the seat To recall, press and release 1 or rearward to allow extra room to exit 1.
Page 17: Heated And Ventilated Seats
In Brief 1-11 Heated and Ventilated Press the button once for the Safety Belts highest setting. With each press of Seats the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest.
Page 18: Passenger Sensing System
1-12 In Brief Passenger Sensing Mirror Adjustment System Exterior Mirrors The passenger sensing system, if equipped, turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other United States airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. If the vehicle has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the...
Page 19 In Brief 1-13 Power Foldaway Mirrors Vehicles with the automatic dimming To adjust the steering wheel: feature will automatically reduce the To fold the mirrors: 1. Hold the steering wheel and pull glare of headlamps from behind the the lever. 1.
Page 20: Exterior Lighting
1-14 In Brief Press the bottom of the control to For more information about interior move the pedals closer to your lamps, see: body. Press the top of the control to Dome Lamps on page 6 7. move the pedals away. Reading Lamps on page 6 7.
Page 21 In Brief 1-15 control to the off position again to Windshield Wiper/Washer : Turns the windshield turn the automatic headlamps or wipers off. DRL back on. : Turn the band up for more For vehicles first sold in Canada, frequent wipes or down for less the off position will only work when frequent wipes.
Page 22: Climate Controls
1-16 In Brief Climate Controls The heating, cooling, defrost, defog and ventilation of the vehicle can be controlled with these systems. A. Fan Control E. Air Conditioning B. Outside Air Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls C. Air Recirculation G. Rear Window Defogger D.
Page 23 In Brief 1-17 Transmission Range Selection Mode If available, the Range Selection Mode switch is located on the shift lever. A. Driver and Passenger H. Display To use the Range Selection feature: Temperature Controls Power Button 1. Move the column shift lever to B.
Page 24 1-18 In Brief 2. Press the plus/minus buttons, Four-Wheel Drive located on the steering column If the vehicle has Four-Wheel Drive, shift lever, to select the desired you can send the engine's driving range of gears for current driving power to all four wheels for extra conditions.
Page 25: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1-19 Vehicle Features 4 : Use the Four-Wheel-Drive High position when extra traction is Radio(s) needed, such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off-road situations. 4 : Vehicles with a two speed transfer case have a Four-Wheel-Drive Low position.
Page 26 1-20 In Brief Storing Radio Stations 3. Press the softkey located under SEEK or SEEK: Seek or scan any one of the labels to be stations. A maximum of 36 stations can be changed. stored as favorites using the six : Press to switch the display 4.
Page 27: Portable Audio Devices
In Brief 1-21 For more information, refer to: console. External devices such Steering Wheel Controls ® as iPod , laptop computers, www.xmradio.com or call MP3 players, CD changers, USB 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.) storage device, etc. can be www.xmradio.ca or call connected to the auxiliary port using 1-877-438-9677 (Canada) a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) input jack or the USB port depending on the audio...
Page 28: Cruise Control
1-22 In Brief Cruise Control : Press to silence the vehicle : Press to disengage cruise speakers only. Press again to turn control without erasing the set the sound on. Press and hold longer speed from memory. than two seconds to interact with See Cruise Control on page 9 51.
Page 29 In Brief 1-23 Driver Information : Press to display the : Press to set or reset certain odometer, trip odometer, fuel range, functions and to turn off or Center (DIC) average economy, fuel used, timer, acknowledge messages on the DIC. The DIC display is located at the instantaneous economy and Active For more information, see Driver...
Page 30: Universal Remote System
1-24 In Brief Rear Vision Keep the sensors on the vehicle's Universal Remote System rear bumper clean to ensure proper Camera (RVC) operation. If available, the RVC displays a See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on view of the area behind the vehicle page 9 54 for more information.
Page 31: Maintenance
In Brief 1-25 Performance and Press and release again to During cooler conditions, the low tire pressure warning light may appear turn on both systems. Maintenance when the vehicle is first started and For more information, see then turn off. This may be an early ®...
Page 32: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
1-26 In Brief Resetting the Oil Life System On all vehicles, the Engine Oil Life Driving for Better Fuel System can be reset as follows: Economy To reset the Engine Oil Life System on most vehicles: 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with Driving habits can affect fuel the engine off.
Page 33: Onstar Overview
Canada: 1-800-268-6800 The Online Owner Center is a Mexico: 01-800-466-0800 complimentary service that includes online service reminders, vehicle As the owner of a new Chevrolet, maintenance tips, online owner you are automatically enrolled in the manual, special privileges, Roadside Assistance program.
Page 34 1-28 In Brief NOTES...
Page 35: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Doors Interior Mirrors ® Midgate ..... . 2-9 Manual Rearview Mirror ..2-22 Windows Tailgate .
Page 36: Keys And Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Keys Overview on page 14 1. WARNING Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for See Radio Frequency Statement on many reasons.
Page 37: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows Check the transmitter's battery. (Lock): Press to lock all the See Battery Replacement later doors, including the tailgate. in this section. If enabled through the Driver If the transmitter is still not Information Center (DIC), the turn working correctly, see your signal lamps flash once to indicate dealer or a qualified technician...
Page 38 Keys, Doors, and Windows When the replacement transmitter (Unlock): Press once to unlock (Vehicle Locator/Panic is programmed to this vehicle, all Alarm): Press and release to only the driver door. If is pressed remaining transmitters must also be locate the vehicle. The turn signal again within three seconds, all reprogrammed.
Page 39 Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Insert the new battery, positive During a remote start, if the vehicle side facing down. Replace with a has an automatic climate control CR2032 or equivalent battery. system and heated seats, the heated seats will turn on during 4.
Page 40 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the vehicle has the remote start When the vehicle starts, the The vehicle can be remote started feature, the RKE transmitter parking lamps will turn on and two separate times between driving functions will have an increased remain on while the vehicle is sequences.
Page 41 Keys, Doors, and Windows The vehicle cannot be remote Door Locks WARNING (Continued) started if the key is in the ignition, the hood is not closed, or if there WARNING injuries or even death from is an emission control system heat stroke.
Page 42: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks Pressing the power lock switch will Lockout Protection override the delayed locking feature With power door locks, the switches If the driver side power door lock and immediately lock all the doors. on the front doors can be used to switch is pressed when the driver This feature will not operate if the lock and unlock the vehicle.
Page 43: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors WARNING (Continued) ® Midgate that brings in outside air. This will force outside air into your vehicle. See Dual Automatic WARNING Climate Control System on page 8 4. It can be dangerous to drive with the cargo area covered and the If you have air outlets on or ®...
Page 44 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Rear Glass Removal and Although the rear glass can be removed without folding the rear Storage seats, you will not be able to access the rear glass storage WARNING pocket. Be sure to fold the seats before removing the rear glass.
Page 45 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 3. While holding the rear glass in 4. With the rear glass tilted toward 5. Load the rear glass into the place, press the glass-catch you, lift it out from the lower storage pocket in the Midgate, release button (C) and pull the window frame channel.
Page 46 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Reinstalling the Rear Glass To reinstall the rear glass, do the following: 1. Squeeze and pull down the latch levers (A), located near the upper corners of the rear glass, to unlatch. 6. Turn both glass lock knobs (D), Once both glass lock knobs are located at both top corners of in the locked position, the rear...
Page 47 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 3. Pull the rear glass out from the storage pocket using the grab handles (B). Be sure to align the rear glass 5. Apply a firm downward pressure side-to-side using the glass and then push the rear glass flat alignment arrows (G).
Page 48 2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Lowering the Midgate with the Rear Glass in Place The Midgate can be lowered to allow the cargo area of your vehicle to extend into the cab. The rear glass can be either installed in its Rear Glass in Normal Position normal position, or it can be removed and stored in the rear...
Page 49 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Lowering the Midgate with the Raising the Midgate Rear Glass in the Storage To return the Midgate to its normal Pocket position, raise the Midgate up with a firm swinging motion until it latches into place securely. This will help to ensure that the Midgate closes with enough force to engage the latches.
Page 50: Power Assist Steps
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Tailgate Use the Remote Keyless Power Assist Steps Entry (RKE) transmitter or power The vehicle may have power assist door lock switch to lock and unlock WARNING steps. the tailgate. It is extremely dangerous to ride Open the tailgate by lifting up on its handle while pulling the tailgate on the tailgate, even when the...
Page 51: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Vehicle Security If the delayed locking feature is pre-alarm, the alarm will go off. turned on, the theft deterrent Your vehicle's headlamps will flash This vehicle has theft-deterrent system will not start the arming and the horn will sound for about features;...
Page 52: Immobilizer Operation
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows If you set off the alarm by accident, While the alarm is set, the power Immobilizer Operation press unlock on the RKE transmitter door unlock switch will not work. ® This vehicle has PASS-Key III+ or place the key in the ignition and If the alarm does not sound when it (Personalized Automotive Security...
Page 53 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 When the PASS-Key III+ system It is possible for the PASS-Key III+ 3. After the engine has started, senses that someone is using the decoder to learn the transponder turn the key to LOCK/OFF, and wrong key, it prevents the vehicle value of a new or replacement key.
Page 54: Exterior Mirrors
2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors To adjust each mirror: 1. Press (A) or (B) to select the Convex Mirrors driver or passenger side mirror. 2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move the mirror up, WARNING down, right, or left.
Page 55: Folding Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Folding Mirrors Resetting the Power Foldaway Manual Foldaway Mirrors Manually fold the mirrors inward Reset the power foldaway mirrors if: to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. The mirrors are accidentally To fold, pull the mirror toward the obstructed while folding.
Page 56: Interior Mirrors
2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows Turn Signal Indicator Park Tilt Mirrors Interior Mirrors The vehicle may also have a turn If the vehicle has the memory Manual Rearview Mirror signal indicator on the mirror. An package, the passenger and/or arrow on the mirror flashes in the driver mirror tilts to a preselected Hold the mirror in the center to direction of the turn or lane change.
Page 57: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23 Windows (On/Off): Press to turn the dimming feature on or off. The vehicle may also have a Rear WARNING Vision Camera (RVC). See Rear Leaving children, helpless adults, Vision Camera (RVC) on page 9 56 for more information.
Page 58: Power Windows
2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Windows Express Down Windows Windows that have the WARNING express down feature allow the windows to be lowered without Leaving children in a vehicle with holding the switch. Press the the keys is dangerous for many window switch fully and release it to reasons.
Page 59: Roof
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-25 Sun Visors Roof The sunroof only operates when the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY, or in Retained Sunroof Accessory Power (RAP). See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9 28. To open or close the sunroof, press the open or close switch (A) to the first detent position.
Page 60 2-26 Keys, Doors, and Windows To automatically vent or close the sunroof, press the vent open or close switch (B). When the sunroof is opened, an air deflector will automatically raise. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed. The sunroof also has a sunshade which can be pulled forward to block Dirt and debris may collect on the...
Page 61 Seats and Restraints Seats and Lap Belt ..... 3-19 Child Restraints Safety Belt Extender ..3-20 Older Children .
Page 62: Seats And
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that Adjust the head restraint so that the The height of the head restraint can occupants will suffer a neck/ top of the restraint is at the same...
Page 63: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats Front Seats The rear seat has adjustable Seat Adjustment headrests in the outboard seating positions. The height of the headrest can be WARNING adjusted. Pull the headrest up to You can lose control of the raise it.
Page 64: Power Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints If available, raise or lower the Center Seat Power Seat Adjustment entire seat by moving the entire If equipped, the center front control up or down. seatback doubles as an armrest and To adjust the seatback, see Power cupholder/storage area for the driver Reclining Seatbacks under and passenger when the center...
Page 65: Reclining Seatbacks
Seats and Restraints Power Lumbar To raise or lower the height of WARNING (Continued) the support, press and hold the top or bottom of the control. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the Reclining Seatbacks seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear the WARNING safety belt properly.
Page 66 Seats and Restraints Manual Reclining Seatbacks To return the seatback to the upright position: WARNING 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the You can lose control of the seatback, and the seatback will vehicle if you try to adjust a return to the upright position.
Page 67: Memory Seats
Seats and Restraints Power Reclining Seatbacks Memory Seats Storing Memory Positions To save into memory: 1. Adjust the driver seat, seatback recliner, both outside mirrors, and the throttle and brake pedals, if equipped. See Power Mirrors on page 2 20 and Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9 22 for more information.
Page 68 Seats and Restraints Memory Remote Recall If something has blocked the driver If the easy exit seat feature is seat and/or the adjustable pedals programmed on in the vehicle The memory feature can recall the while recalling a memory position, personalization menu, automatic driver seat, outside mirrors, and the recall may stop.
Page 69: Heated And Ventilated Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Heated and Ventilated Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of Front Seats the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to WARNING the off setting. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one If you cannot feel temperature for the lowest.
Page 70: Rear Seats
3-10 Seats and Restraints Remote Start Heated Seats Rear Seats When it is cold outside, the heated The rear seatbacks can be folded to seats may turn on automatically provide more cargo space and during a remote vehicle start. The access to the midgate.
Page 71 Seats and Restraints 3-11 To return the seats to the normal WARNING position, lift the seatback up and fold the seat cushion down. If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden WARNING stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there.
Page 72: Safety Belts
3-12 Seats and Restraints Safety Belts Why Safety Belts Work WARNING (Continued) This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts It is extremely dangerous to properly. It also describes some ride in a cargo area, inside or things not to do with safety belts.
Page 73: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-13 safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle...
Page 74: Lap-Shoulder Belt
3-14 Seats and Restraints Wear the shoulder belt over the Lap-Shoulder Belt The lap-shoulder belt may lock if shoulder and across the chest. you pull the belt across you very All seating positions in the vehicle These parts of the body are quickly.
Page 75 Seats and Restraints 3-15 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. 3. Push the latch plate into the To unlatch the belt, push the button buckle until it clicks.
Page 76 3-16 Seats and Restraints Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Safety Belt Pretensioners The vehicle has a shoulder belt This vehicle has safety belt height adjuster for the driver and pretensioners for front outboard right front passenger positions. occupants. Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they Adjust the height so the shoulder are part of the safety belt assembly.
Page 77 Seats and Restraints 3-17 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides. If not, they are available through your dealer. The guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults.
Page 78 3-18 Seats and Restraints WARNING A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 79: Safety Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints 3-19 To remove and store the comfort Lap Belt guide, squeeze the belt edges This part is only for the lap belt. together so that the safety belt can To learn how to wear a lap-shoulder be removed from the guide. Slide belt, see Lap-Shoulder Belt on the guide into its storage clip on the page 3 14.
Page 80: Safety Belt Extender
3-20 Seats and Restraints Buckle, position and release it the If you find that the latch plate will Safety System Check same way as the lap part of a not go fully into the buckle, see if Now and then, check that the safety lap-shoulder belt.
Page 81: Safety Belt Care
Seats and Restraints 3-21 Safety Belt Care Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. System Parts after a Keep belts clean and dry. But the safety belt assemblies that Crash were used during any crash may WARNING have been stressed or damaged.
Page 82: Airbag System
3-22 Seats and Restraints Airbag System For frontal airbags, the word Here are the most important things AIRBAG will appear on the middle to know about the airbag system: The vehicle has the following part of the steering wheel for the airbags: driver and on the instrument panel WARNING...
Page 83 Seats and Restraints 3-23 WARNING WARNING Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against, force and faster than the blink of or very close to, any airbag an eye, anyone who is up when it inflates can be seriously against, or very close to any injured or killed.
Page 84: Where Are The Airbags
3-24 Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? Driver Side Shown, Passenger The right front passenger frontal Side Similar airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side. The seat mounted side impact The driver frontal airbag is in the airbags for the driver and right front middle of the steering wheel.
Page 85: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-25 When Should an Airbag WARNING (Continued) Inflate? or even death. The path of an Frontal airbags are designed to inflating airbag must be kept inflate in moderate to severe frontal clear. Do not put anything or near-frontal crashes to help between an occupant and an reduce the potential for severe airbag, and do not attach or put...
Page 86 3-26 Seats and Restraints Frontal airbags may inflate at Frontal airbags are not intended to The vehicle has seat mounted side different crash speeds. For inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear impact and roof-rail airbags. See example: impacts, or in many side impacts. Airbag System on page 3 22.
Page 87: What Makes An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-27 In any particular crash, no one can Frontal airbag modules are located Seat mounted side impact and say whether an airbag should have inside the steering wheel and roof-rail airbags distribute the force inflated simply because of the instrument panel.
Page 88: What Will You See After An
3-28 Seats and Restraints What Will You See after off the interior lamps and hazard WARNING warning flashers by using the an Airbag Inflates? controls for those features. When an airbag inflates, there After the frontal airbags and may be dust in the air. This dust seat-mounted side impact airbags WARNING could cause breathing problems...
Page 89: Passenger Sensing
Seats and Restraints 3-29 Airbags are designed to inflate Passenger Sensing only once. After an airbag System inflates, you will need some new parts for the airbag system. If the vehicle has the passenger If you do not get them, the airbag status indicator pictured in airbag system will not be there the following illustration, then the...
Page 90 3-30 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system will an older child riding in a booster WARNING (Continued) turn off the right front passenger seat; and children, who are large frontal airbag under certain enough, using safety belts. Even if the passenger sensing conditions.
Page 91 Seats and Restraints 3-31 The passenger sensing system is The passenger sensing system is WARNING designed to turn off the right front designed to turn on (may inflate) passenger frontal airbag if: the right front passenger frontal If the airbag readiness light ever airbag anytime the system senses The right front passenger seat is comes on and stays on, it means...
Page 92 3-32 Seats and Restraints If the On Indicator is Lit for a 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator is Lit for an restraint and restarting the Child Restraint Adult-Size Occupant vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, If a child restraint has been installed turn the vehicle off.
Page 93 Seats and Restraints 3-33 use the following steps to allow the sensing system maintain the page 3 34 for more information system to detect that person and passenger airbag status. See about modifications that can affect enable the right front passenger Safety Belts and Child how the system operates.
Page 94: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
3-34 Seats and Restraints Servicing the sensors, side impact sensors, WARNING (Continued) or airbag wiring can affect the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle operation of the airbag system. proper service procedures, and Airbags affect how the vehicle In addition, the vehicle may make sure the person performing should be serviced.
Page 95: Airbag System Check
Seats and Restraints 3-35 the passenger airbag(s). See Q: Because I have a disability, Airbag System Check Passenger Sensing System on I have to get my vehicle The airbag system does not need page 3 29. modified. How can I find out regularly scheduled maintenance or whether this will affect my If you have any questions, call...
Page 96: Child Restraints
3-36 Seats and Restraints Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates, you will need to Child Restraints replace airbag system parts. See Parts after a Crash your dealer for service. Older Children If the airbag readiness light stays on WARNING after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving, the airbag A crash can damage the airbag...
Page 97 Seats and Restraints 3-37 Does the lap belt fit low and The manufacturer's instructions that This applies belt force to the snug on the hips, touching the come with the booster seat state the child's pelvic bones in a crash. thighs? If yes, continue.
Page 98: Infants And Young
3-38 Seats and Restraints WARNING WARNING Never do this. Never do this. Never allow two children to wear Never allow a child to wear the the same safety belt. The safety safety belt with the shoulder belt belt cannot properly spread the behind their back.
Page 99 Seats and Restraints 3-39 WARNING WARNING Children can be seriously injured Never do this. or strangled if a shoulder belt is Never hold an infant or a child wrapped around their neck and while riding in a vehicle. Due to the safety belt continues to crash forces, an infant or a child tighten.
Page 100 3-40 Seats and Restraints For most basic types of child WARNING restraints, there are many different models available. When Never do this. purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in Children who are up against, a motor vehicle.
Page 101: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints 3-41 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. This is safety belt may not remain low on because an infant's neck is not the hip bones, as it should.
Page 102 3-42 Seats and Restraints 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 (B) Forward-Facing Child Seat...
Page 103: Where To Put The Restraint
Seats and Restraints 3-43 endangered in a crash if the child In some areas of the United States Where to Put the restraint is not properly secured in and Canada, Certified Child Restraint the vehicle. Passenger Safety Technicians (CPSTs) are available to inspect According to accident statistics, When securing an add-on child and demonstrate how to correctly...
Page 104 3-44 Seats and Restraints A label on your sun visor says, WARNING (Continued) WARNING Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front. This is because the risk to A child in a child restraint in the the rear-facing child is so great, Even if the passenger sensing center front seat can be badly if the airbag deploys.
Page 105: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
Seats and Restraints 3-45 Depending on where you place the Lower Anchors and In order to use the LATCH child restraint and the size of the system in your vehicle, you need a Tethers for Children child restraint, you may not be able child restraint that has LATCH (LATCH System) to access adjacent safety belt...
Page 106 3-46 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Your child restraint may have a single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached.
Page 107 Seats and Restraints 3-47 Lower Anchor and Top Tether See Rear Seats on page 3 10. Be sure to use an anchor located on Anchor Locations the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Do not secure a child restraint in a To assist you in locating the top position without a top tether anchor...
Page 108: System
3-48 Seats and Restraints Securing a Child Restraint WARNING WARNING (Continued) Designed for the LATCH System Do not attach more than one child children cannot reach them. Pull restraint to a single anchor. the shoulder belt all the way out WARNING Attaching more than one child of the retractor to set the lock,...
Page 109 Seats and Restraints 3-49 Do not fold the empty rear seat 1.3. Route the top tether with a safety belt buckled. This according to your child could damage the safety belt or restraint instructions and the seat. Unbuckle and return the the following instructions: safety belt to its stowed position, before folding the seat.
Page 110 3-50 Seats and Restraints WARNING If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.
Page 111: Replacing Latch System
Seats and Restraints 3-51 2.1. Find the lower anchors for Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints the desired seating Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat Position) position. When securing a child restraint in a 2.2. Put the child restraint on WARNING rear seating position, study the the seat.
Page 112 3-52 Seats and Restraints In Canada, the law requires that restraint and see Lower Anchors Position the release button on forward-facing child restraints have and Tethers for Children (LATCH the buckle so that the safety belt a top tether, and that the tether be System) on page 3 45.
Page 113: Position)
Seats and Restraints 3-53 6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints tether, follow the child restraint (Center Front Seat manufacturer's instructions Position) regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH WARNING System) on page 3 45.
Page 114: Position)
3-54 Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints WARNING WARNING (Continued) (Right Front Seat A child in a rear-facing child fail-safe. No one can guarantee Position) restraint can be seriously injured that an airbag will not deploy This vehicle has airbags. A rear or killed if the right front under some unusual seat is a safer place to secure a...
Page 115 Seats and Restraints 3-55 secured using a safety belt and it 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run uses a top tether, see Lower the lap and shoulder portions of Anchors and Tethers for Children the vehicle's safety belt through (LATCH System) on page 3 45 for or around the restraint.
Page 116 3-56 Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the If a child restraint has been child restraint, make sure it is installed and the on indicator is lit, securely held in place. To check, see If the On Indicator is Lit for a grasp the child restraint at the Child Restraint under Passenger safety belt path and attempt...
Page 117: Glove Box
Storage Storage Storage Push down and then back to remove the front cupholder for Compartments cleaning. Storage Compartments For vehicles with a rear armrest/ Glove Box cupholder, pull up and out on the Glove Box ....4-1 tab on the top center of the armrest.
Page 118: Center Console Storage
Storage Center Console Storage Top-Box Storage Luggage/Load Locations For vehicles with a console compartment, cupholders are located between the bucket seats. Cargo Area Press the button and lift the console All-Weather Cargo Area cover to open. The vehicle's cargo area can be The back of the console has a used in many different cupholder that folds down for the...
Page 119 Storage C. Side rail channels and Top Drain Grates Removal catch cups and Cleaning D. Front drains E. Water drainage area around both sides of the box and the tailgate side Rear drains G. Cargo floor H. Cargo mat Maintenance and Cleaning Even when all of these things are To ensure that the water working properly and the cover...
Page 120 Storage To remove each drain grate, do the Side Rail Channels following: 1. Remove the cargo panels. See Cargo Cover Panels on page 4 6 for more information. To replace the drain grate: 1. Line up the clips on the vehicle The side rail channels are located with the slots in the grate and on top of both sides of the cargo...
Page 121 Storage Midgate Drain Grate Removal Cargo Area Floor Drains and Cleaning After hauling dirt, wood chips, pebbles etc. the Midgate drain should be flushed with water. First The cargo mat has cut outs for the remove the drain grate: four cargo-area floor drains located The removable Midgate drain grate under the cargo mat near the sides is located near the base of the...
Page 122: Additional Storage Features
Storage Additional Storage Exceeding the weight also numbered labels on the limit of 113 kg (250 lbs) can bottom of the panels. The Features damage the cargo covers, and the numbers on the top and bottom repairs would not be covered by of the panels will be used as Cargo Cover Panels the vehicle warranty.
Page 123 Storage 3. Remove cargo panel 2 in the Cargo Panel Storage System same way and set it aside. Remove as many cargo panels as needed. 4. To remove cargo panel 1, unlock the two rear latches, lift the cover slightly and pull rearward. After each cargo panel has been removed, store them within the cargo storage area using the cargo...
Page 124 Storage Use the following instructions for 2. Starting with cargo panel 1, load 3. Place the primary straps over the proper storage sequence the cargo panel with the latches the three cargo covers (A). and location for each panel: facing up toward the side of the Fasten the four strap clips (B).
Page 125 Storage Panels 3, 2, 1 Loaded 4. Tighten all straps by pulling on 5. Close both cross locks at the the free end of each strap. center of the strap system to Reinstalling the Cargo Cover tightly secure. Panels The strap system can remain attached to the side of the cargo area while it is not in use, or it can be stored inside the top box storage...
Page 126 4-10 Storage Push the cover forward making sure that the guide block engages the retainer bracket opening. Continue to push forward until the panel is fully seated against the Midgate. Then lower the rear of the cover to engage the striker pegs (A) to align with the striker assembly (B).
Page 127 Storage 4-11 4. Install cargo cover 2 followed 6. Push the latches toward the by 3 next. Place the latches in front of the vehicle, starting with the unlocked position. Place the the driver side latch, to lock the cargo cover panel on the cargo panel in place.
Page 128 4-12 Storage 2. Fold the four primary strap ends 3. Take the short strap and wrap it 4. Take the storage strap and wrap toward the center as shown. around the folded webbing, it around the package. Finally, forming a package. attach the hooks to the webbing and place the straps inside the top-box storage compartment.
Page 129: Cargo Tie-Downs
Storage 4-13 Cargo Tie-Downs Roof Rack System For vehicles with a roof rack, the rack can be used to load items. The vehicle has cargo tie downs, For roof racks that do not have located in the rear cargo area. WARNING crossrails included, GM Certified These can be used to secure cargo.
Page 130 4-14 Storage Tie the load and secure it to the To carry long items, move the To prevent damage or loss of cargo crossrails or the siderail crossrails as far apart as when driving, check to make sure supports. Use the crossrails only possible.
Page 131 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Voltmeter Gauge ... . . 5-15 Vehicle Messages Safety Belt Reminders ..5-15 Vehicle Messages ... 5-35 Controls Airbag Readiness Light .
Page 132: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Vehicle Personalization Controls To adjust the steering wheel: Vehicle Personalization 1. Hold the steering wheel and pull (With DIC Buttons) ..5-45 Steering Wheel the lever. Universal Remote System Adjustment 2.
Page 133: Steering Wheel Controls
Instruments and Controls Steering Wheel Controls Radio Navigating Folders on an iPod or USB Device (Vehicles without a To select preset or favorite radio Navigation System): stations: 1. Press and hold Press and release while listening to a song until the go to the next or previous radio contents of the current folder station stored as a preset or...
Page 134 Instruments and Controls Navigating an iPod or USB Device 3. Press and release to move up (Seek): Press to go to the next on the Main Audio Screen radio station while in AM, one track within the selected (Vehicles with a Navigation FM, or XM .
Page 135: Horn
Instruments and Controls While listening to a CD/DVD, press Windshield Washer (Mist): For a single wipe, turn and hold to quickly move forward , then release. For several through the tracks. Release to stop WARNING wipes, hold the band on longer.
Page 136: Compass
Instruments and Controls Compass To adjust for compass variance, use the following procedure: The vehicle may have a compass in Compass Variance (Zone) the Driver Information Center (DIC). Procedure Compass Zone 1. Do not set the compass zone The zone is set to zone eight upon when the vehicle is moving.
Page 137 Instruments and Controls 4. Press the trip/fuel button If CAL should ever appear in the To calibrate the compass, use the until the vehicle heading, for DIC display, the compass should be following procedure: example, N for North, is calibrated. Compass Calibration Procedure displayed in the DIC.
Page 138: Clock
Instruments and Controls 3. Press the set/reset button to Clock 5. To decrease the time or date, do start the compass calibration. one of the following: To set the time and date: Or, if the vehicle does not have Press the SEEK button.
Page 139: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls Power Outlets Certain power accessory plugs WARNING may not be compatible with the Accessory power outlets can be accessory power outlets and could Power is always supplied to the used to plug in electrical equipment, overload vehicle and adapter fuses. outlets.
Page 140: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
5-10 Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a Indicators problem with the vehicle. Warning lights and gauges can When one of the warning lights signal that something is wrong comes on and stays on while...
Page 141: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls 5-11 Instrument Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar...
Page 142: Speedometer
5-12 Instruments and Controls Speedometer To display the odometer reading with the ignition off, press the reset The speedometer shows the button. vehicle's speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per Tachometer hour (mph). The tachometer displays the engine Odometer speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).
Page 143: Engine Oil Pressure
Instruments and Controls 5-13 When the fuel tank is low, the FUEL Engine Oil Pressure LEVEL LOW message appears in Gauge the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Fuel System Messages on page 5 39 for more information. Here are some situations customers may experience with the fuel gauge.
Page 144: Engine Coolant Temperature
5-14 Instruments and Controls Center (DIC). See Engine Oil Engine Coolant Messages on page 5 38 and Engine Temperature Gauge Oil on page 10 8 for more information. A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure.
Page 145: Voltmeter Gauge
Instruments and Controls 5-15 See Engine Overheating on improved fuel economy and battery Messages on page 5 18 and page 10 22. life. The gauge may transition from Charging System Light on a higher to lower or a lower to page 5 18 for more information.
Page 146: Airbag Readiness Light
5-16 Instruments and Controls If the driver safety belt is buckled, If the front passenger safety belt is neither the light nor the chime buckled, neither the chime nor the comes on. light comes on. The front passenger safety belt Passenger Safety Belt reminder light and chime may turn Reminder Light...
Page 147: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls 5-17 If there is a problem with the airbag Then, after several more seconds, system, a Driver Information Center the status indicator will light either (DIC) message can also come on. ON or OFF, or either the on or off See Airbag System Messages on symbol to let you know the status of page 5 42 for more information.
Page 148: Charging System Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls If, after several seconds, both status Charging System Light The light should go out once the indicator lights remain on, or if there engine starts. If it stays on, are no lights at all, there may be a or comes on while driving, there problem with the lights or the could be a problem with the...
Page 149: Malfunction
Instruments and Controls 5-19 Malfunction and the engine might not run as smoothly. This could lead to Indicator Lamp costly repairs that might not be covered by the vehicle warranty. A computer system called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Notice: Modifications made to the Generation) monitors the operation engine, transmission, exhaust, of the vehicle to ensure emissions...
Page 150 5-20 Instruments and Controls Check that good quality fuel is This light comes 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 151: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-21 Emissions Inspection and while the engine is off. See Brake System Warning your dealer for assistance in Maintenance Programs Light verifying proper operation of the Some local governments may have malfunction indicator lamp. With the ignition on, the brake programs to inspect the on-vehicle system warning light comes on The OBD II (On-Board...
Page 152: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
5-22 Instruments and Controls If the light comes on while driving, If it does not, have the vehicle pull off the road and stop carefully. serviced by your dealer. If the The pedal might be harder to push system is working normally the or might go closer to the floor.
Page 153: Tow/Haul Mode Light
Instruments and Controls 5-23 ® Tow/Haul Mode Light StabiliTrak OFF Light If the StabiliTrak/TCS system is off, the system does not assist in controlling the vehicle. Turn on the StabiliTrak/TCS system and the indicator light turns off. ® See StabiliTrak System on page 9 46, and Ride Control System Messages on page 5 40 for more...
Page 154: Tire Pressure Light
5-24 Instruments and Controls If the light comes on and stays on When the Light Is On Steady Engine Oil Pressure Light while driving, and a message This indicates that one or more of displays in the Driver Information the tires are significantly Center (DIC), have the vehicle underinflated.
Page 155: Low Fuel Warning Light
Instruments and Controls 5-25 This light comes on briefly while This light and a chime come on If the light stays on and the engine starting the engine. If it does not, when the fuel tank is low on fuel. does not start, there could be a have the vehicle serviced by your The Driver Information Center also...
Page 156: High-Beam On Light
5-26 Instruments and Controls High-Beam On Light The light goes out when the fog Information Displays lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps on page 6 6 for more Driver Information information. Center (DIC) Cruise Control Light Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC).
Page 157 Instruments and Controls 5-27 Operation and Displays DIC Buttons outside air temperature will also be shown in the display. The The DIC has different displays temperature will be shown in °C or which can be accessed by pressing °F depending on the units selected. the DIC buttons located on the (Vehicle Information): Press instrument panel, next to the...
Page 158 5-28 Instruments and Controls Trip/Fuel Menu Items The trip odometer can be reset to For example, if the vehicle was zero by pressing the set/reset driven 8 km (5 miles) before it is (with DIC Buttons) button while the trip odometer is started again, and then the (Trip/Fuel): Press to scroll displayed.
Page 159 Instruments and Controls 5-29 For example, if driving in traffic and Fuel Used Time will continue to be counted as making frequent stops, this display long as the ignition is on, even if Press the trip/fuel button until may read one number, but if the another display is being shown on FUEL USED displays.
Page 160 5-30 Instruments and Controls Instantaneous Economy and Fuel Management is inactive, V8 When the remaining oil life is low, Active Fuel Management will display. See Active Fuel the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON ® Indicator Management on page 9 30 for message will appear on the display.
Page 161 Instruments and Controls 5-31 Units If a low tire pressure condition is To adjust this setting, see detected by the system while Integrated Trailer Brake Control Press the vehicle information button driving, a message advising you to System under Towing Equipment until UNITS displays.
Page 162 5-32 Instruments and Controls Compass Recalibration Trip Odometer The trip odometer will display the number of kilometers (km) or This display allows for calibrating Press the trip odometer reset miles (mi) driven since the ignition the compass. See Compass on stem until TRIP displays.
Page 163 Instruments and Controls 5-33 2. While in the ODOMETER Trip Odometer Reset 4. Once the desired language is display, press and hold the displayed, release the trip Stem Menu Items trip odometer reset stem for odometer reset stem to set your (without DIC Buttons) three seconds until the currently choice.
Page 164 5-34 Instruments and Controls The trip odometer will display the Trailer Gain and Output Speedometer number of kilometers (km) or On vehicles with the Integrated The speedometer shows how fast miles (mi) driven since the ignition Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) system, the vehicle is moving in either was last turned on and the vehicle the trailer brake display appears in...
Page 165: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-35 Oil Life Remember, you must reset the OIL Vehicle Messages LIFE display yourself after each oil To access this display, the vehicle Messages displayed on the DIC change. It will not reset itself. Also, must be in P (Park). Press the trip indicate the status of the vehicle or be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE odometer reset stem until OIL LIFE...
Page 166: Brake System Messages
5-36 Instruments and Controls Battery Voltage and See Charging System Light on SERVICE BRAKES SOON page 5 18. Driving with this problem Charging Messages This message displays if there is a could drain the battery. Turn off all problem with the brake system. unnecessary accessories.
Page 167: Door Ajar Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-37 As soon as it is safe to do so, HOOD OPEN RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN carefully pull your vehicle over to This message displays and a chime This message displays and a chime the side of the road and turn the sounds if the hood is not fully sounds if the passenger side rear ignition off.
Page 168: Engine Oil Messages
5-38 Instruments and Controls If this message continues to appear, ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP Engine Oil Messages have the system repaired by your ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON dealer as soon as possible to avoid Notice: If you drive the vehicle damage to the engine.
Page 169: Engine Power Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-39 OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP Engine Power Messages Fuel System Messages ENGINE ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED FUEL LEVEL LOW Notice: If you drive the vehicle This message displays and a chime This message displays and a chime while the engine oil pressure is sounds when the cooling system sounds if the fuel level is low.
Page 170: Key And Lock Messages
5-40 Instruments and Controls Key and Lock Messages Object Detection System SERVICE PARK ASSIST Messages This message displays if there is a REPLACE BATTERY IN problem with the Ultrasonic Rear REMOTE KEY PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE Parking Assist (URPA) system. Do OWNERS MANUAL This message displays if a Remote not use this system to help you...
Page 171 Instruments and Controls 5-41 SERVICE SUSPENSION STABILITRAK INITIALIZING However, you should turn StabiliTrak off if the vehicle gets SYSTEM If the vehicle has StabiliTrak, this stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow ® message may come on if the If your vehicle has the Autoride and you want to rock the vehicle to StabiliTrak system has not fully suspension system, this message...
Page 172: Airbag System Messages
5-42 Instruments and Controls The message could display if the Anti-theft Alarm System ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure stability system takes longer Light on page 5 24. Several Messages than usual to complete its conditions may cause this message diagnostic checks due to driving to appear.
Page 173: Transmission Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-43 TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE See Tires on page 10 49, Vehicle TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE Load Limits on page 9 16, and Tire ENGINE On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Pressure on page 10 56. The DIC Monitor System (TPMS), this Notice: If you drive the vehicle also shows the tire pressure values.
Page 174: Vehicle Reminder
5-44 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Reminder As soon as it is safe to do so, This message clears itself after carefully pull the vehicle over to the several seconds. This message also Messages side of the road and turn the ignition clears if you acknowledge it.
Page 175: Vehicle Personalization
Instruments and Controls 5-45 Vehicle The default settings for the Feature Settings Menu Items customization features were set The following are customization Personalization when your vehicle left the factory, features that allow you to program but may have been changed from settings to the vehicle: Vehicle Personalization their default state since then.
Page 176 5-46 Instruments and Controls Press the customization button until AUTO DOOR LOCK To select a setting, press the set/ the DISPLAY LANGUAGE screen reset button while the desired This feature allows you to select appears on the DIC display. Press setting is displayed on the DIC.
Page 177 Instruments and Controls 5-47 DRIVER IN PARK: Only the driver feedback when locking the vehicle HORN & LIGHTS (default): The door will unlock when the vehicle is with the RKE transmitter if the doors exterior lamps will flash when you shifted into P (Park).
Page 178 5-48 Instruments and Controls Press the customization button until DELAY DOOR LOCK button once to access the settings REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK appears for this feature. Then press the This feature allows you to select on the DIC display. Press the set/ customization button to scroll whether or not the locking of the reset button once to access the...
Page 179 Instruments and Controls 5-49 once to access the settings for periods after unlocking the vehicle NO CHANGE : No change will be this feature. Then press the using the Remote Keyless made to this feature. The current customization button to scroll Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Page 180 5-50 Instruments and Controls LOUD: The chime volume will be Press the customization button until NO CHANGE: No change will be set to a loud level. PARK TILT MIRRORS appears on made to this feature. The current the DIC display. Press the set/reset setting will remain.
Page 181 Instruments and Controls 5-51 BUTTON & KEY OUT (default): If EASY EXIT SETUP MEMORY SEAT RECALL the features are enabled through If your vehicle has this feature, it If your vehicle has this feature, it the EASY EXIT SETUP menu, the allows you to select which areas will allows you to select your preference driver seat will move back when the...
Page 182 5-52 Instruments and Controls NO CHANGE: No change will be ON (default): The remote start DO NOT RESTORE: The made to this feature. The current feature will be enabled. customization features will not be setting will remain. set to their factory default settings. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature.
Page 183: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-53 Exiting the Feature Universal Remote This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control Settings Menu System transmitters used to activate The feature settings menu will be devices such as garage door See Radio Frequency Statement on exited when any of the following openers, security systems, and page 13 20 for information...
Page 184 5-54 Instruments and Controls vehicle is sold or the lease ends. hanging antenna wire is See Erasing Universal Home attached to the motor-head unit Remote Buttons in this section. and may be a colored button. Press this button. After pressing Park the vehicle outside of the this button, complete the garage when programming a garage...
Page 185 Instruments and Controls 5-55 To program another Rolling Code starting. Otherwise, the device will Code unit. If you do not see a device such as an additional garage time out and the procedure will have row of dip switches, return door opener, a security device, to be repeated.
Page 186 5-56 Instruments and Controls If a switch is set between The switch positions on the the up and down position, hand-held transmitter could be write Middle. labeled as follows: The switch settings written A switch in the up position down in Step 2 now could be labeled as Up, become the button strokes +, or On.
Page 187 Instruments and Controls 5-57 slowly. Enter each switch setting 6. Press and hold the button that from Step 2 into your vehicle's will be used to control the Universal Home Remote. You garage door until the garage will have two and one-half door moves.
Page 188: Universal Remote System Operation
5-58 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Erasing Universal Home 2. Once the indicator lights begin to blink, release both buttons. The Remote Buttons Operation codes from all buttons will be The programmed buttons should be erased. Press and hold the appropriate erased when the vehicle is sold or button for at least half of a second.
Page 189: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 6-7 Exterior Lamp Controls Dome Lamps ....6-7 Exterior Lighting Reading Lamps .
Page 190 Lighting It controls the following systems: AUTO (Automatic): Automatically (Headlamps): Turns on the turns on the headlamps at normal headlamps together with the Headlamps brightness, together with the following: Taillamps following: Parking Lamps Parking Lamps Parking Lamps Instrument Panel Lights License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Taillamps...
Page 191: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting Exterior Lamps Off Daytime Running Reminder Lamps (DRL) If a door is open, a reminder chime Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can sounds when the headlamps or make it easier for others to see the parking lamps are manually turned front of your vehicle during the day.
Page 192: Automatic Headlamp
Lighting To turn off the DRL lamps, turn the There is a delay in the transition exterior lamps control to the OFF between the daytime and nighttime position and then release. For operation of the Daytime Running vehicles first sold in Canada, the Lamps (DRL) and the automatic transmission must be in the P (Park) headlamp systems so that driving...
Page 193: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change The lever returns to its starting position when it is released. Signals If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or do not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out.
Page 194: Fog Lamps
Lighting Fog Lamps Exterior Cargo Lamps (Fog Lamps): Press the button to turn the fog lamps on. An If your vehicle has fog lamps you The cargo lamp can be used if more indicator light will glow near the can use them for better vision in light is needed in the cargo area of button when the fog lamps are on.
Page 195: Interior Lighting
Lighting Interior Lighting Dome Lamps The dome lamps are located in the Instrument Panel overhead console. Illumination Control They come on when any door is opened and turn off after all the doors are closed. Turn the instrument panel brightness knob located below the dome lamp override button, (Dome Off): Press the button clockwise to the farthest position to...
Page 196: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting Features has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage It can increase engine idle speed to display on the Driver Information generate more power, whenever Center (DIC), you may see the needed. It can temporarily reduce Entry/Exit Lighting voltage move up or down. This is the power demands of some normal.
Page 197 Infotainment System Infotainment Audio Players Introduction CD Player ....7-14 System CD/DVD Player ....7-19 Infotainment Auxiliary Devices .
Page 198: Infotainment System
Infotainment System To minimize taking your eyes off the Adding audio or communication Navigation/Radio System road while driving, do the following equipment could interfere with For vehicles with a navigation radio while the vehicle is parked: the operation of the engine, radio, system, see the separate Navigation or other systems, and could Become familiar with the...
Page 199: Operation
Infotainment System Operation Radio with CD (MP3) Shown, Radio with USB and CD (MP3) Similar...
Page 200 Infotainment System System on page 7 35 for more information on the vehicle's RSE system. The DVD player is the top slot on the radio faceplate. The player is capable of reading the DTS programmed DVD Audio or DVD Video media, (DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.).
Page 201 Infotainment System Press to display additional text 3. Press the softkey under the This feature is most effective at information related to the current AUTO VOLUM (automatic lower radio volume settings where FM-RDS or XM station; or CD, MP3, volume) tab on the radio display. background noise can affect how or WMA song.
Page 202 Infotainment System Setting the Tone If a station's frequency is weak or if Digital Signal Processing (DSP): there is static, decrease the treble. Press the EQ button to change the (Bass/Midrange/Treble) DSP settings (only available on To quickly adjust bass, midrange, BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, Bose systems with the LTZ option or treble to the middle position,...
Page 203 Infotainment System ® Surround (Centerpoint 3. Adjust the setting by doing one Radio Messages Select this setting to enable of the following: Calibration Error: The audio Bose Centerpoint. Centerpoint system has been calibrated Turn the knob clockwise signal processing produces a for the vehicle from the factory.
Page 204: Am-Fm Radio
Infotainment System Radio displays on the top line of the again to stop scanning radio display and artist information stations. The radio only seeks and displays on the bottom line. When scans stations with a strong signal AM-FM Radio information is not available, NO that are in the selected band.
Page 205: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System Each page of favorites can contain 3. Select the number of favorites No Subscription Please Renew any combination of AM, FM, or XM, pages by pressing the softkey on channel XM1. For more if equipped, stations. located below the displayed information, contact XM at page numbers.
Page 206 7-10 Infotainment System Finding a Channel Finding a Category (CAT) To go to the previous or next XM station in the selected category, Station BAND: Press to switch between do one of the following: AM, FM, or XM , if equipped. To find XM channels in a category: Turn the knob.
Page 207 Infotainment System 7-11 4. Press the softkey located under stations available per page. Each 3. Select the number of favorites the Add or Remove tab. page of favorites can contain any pages by pressing the softkey combination of AM, FM, or XM, located below the displayed To restore all removed if equipped, stations.
Page 208 7-12 Infotainment System No XM Signal: The system is No Title Info: No song title XM Theftlocked: The XM receiver functioning correctly, but the vehicle information is available at this time in the vehicle could have previously is in a location that is blocking the on this channel.
Page 209: Radio Reception
Infotainment System 7-13 XM Not Available: If this message occur when things like storms and Cellular Phone Usage does not clear within a short period power lines interfere with radio Cellular phone usage may cause of time, the receiver could have a reception.
Page 210: Audio Players
7-14 Infotainment System Audio Players load one CD at a time, and keep damage the surface. Pick up CDs the CD player and the loading slot by grasping the outer edges or the free of foreign materials, liquids, edge of the hole and the outer edge. CD Player and debris.
Page 211 Infotainment System 7-15 Playing a CD CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press to SEEK: Press to go to the start of cycle through CD or Auxiliary when the current track, if more than ten If the ignition or radio is turned off, listening to the radio. The CD icon seconds on the CD have played.
Page 212 7-16 Infotainment System RDM (Random): Press to listen to Compressed Audio or Mixed Mode Root Directory tracks in random, rather than Discs The root directory is treated as a sequential order. To use random: The radio can play discs that folder.
Page 213 Infotainment System 7-17 Tracks are played in the following Track names longer than An MP3 CD-R or CD-RW that has order: 32 characters or four pages are been recorded without using file shortened. The display does not folders can be played. If a CD-R or Play begins from the first track in show parts of words on the last CD-RW contains more than the...
Page 214 7-18 Infotainment System RDM (Random): Press to listen to To listen to files by another artist, SEEK: Press to go to the next tracks in random, rather than press the softkey located below track. Press and hold or press sequential order. To use random: either arrow tab.
Page 215: Cd/Dvd Player
Infotainment System 7-19 The air is very humid. If so, wait The album name displays on the The use of CD/DVD lens cleaners about an hour and try again. second line between the arrows is not advised, due to the risk of and songs from the current album contaminating the lens of the optics There could have been a...
Page 216: Audio Output
7-20 Infotainment System Store CD-Rs or CD-RWs in their Audio Output the front seat passengers are able original cases or other protective to listen to playback from this Only one audio source can be heard cases and away from direct sunlight source through the vehicle through the speakers at one time.
Page 217 Infotainment System 7-21 Ejecting a Disc Playing a CD (in Either the The CD player can play the smaller 8 cm (3 in) single CDs with an DVD or CD Slot) CD (Eject): Press and release adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the to eject the disc that is currently If the ignition or radio is turned off smaller CDs are loaded in the same...
Page 218 7-22 Infotainment System If a front auxiliary device is RDM (Random): Press to listen to (Tune): Turn to select tracks on connected, the DVD/CD AUX button tracks in random, rather than the disc that is currently playing. cycles through all available options, sequential order.
Page 219 Infotainment System 7-23 The CD player reads both The CD player supports: No Folder uncompressed audio and MP3/ Up to 512 files and folders. When the disc contains only WMA files on a mixed mode disc. compressed files, the files are Up to 8 folders in depth.
Page 220 7-24 Infotainment System Tracks are played in the following File System and Naming Playing an MP3 or WMA order: (in Either the DVD or CD Slot) The song name that displays is the Play begins from the first track in song name that is contained in the If a disc is inserted into the top DVD ID3 tag.
Page 221 Infotainment System 7-25 The player scans the disc to sort the To change from playback by artist to FWD (Fast Forward): Press files by artist and album ID3 tag playback by album: and hold to advance playback information. It can take several quickly.
Page 222 7-26 Infotainment System Using the DVD Player Inserting a Disc If loading and reading of a disc cannot be completed, due to The DVD player can be controlled Insert a disc partway into the top unknown format, etc., and the disc by the buttons on the remote slot, label side up.
Page 223 Infotainment System 7-27 If a front auxiliary device is the rear seat occupant from REV (Fast Reverse): Press to connected, the DVD/CD AUX operating the Rear Seat Audio quickly reverse the CD or DVD at button cycles through all available (RSA) system or remote control.
Page 224 7-28 Infotainment System If the forward arrow is showing on The video screen automatically (Menu): Press to access the the display, the system is in pause turns on when the DVD-V is DVD menu. The DVD menu is mode. If the Pause tab is showing inserted into the DVD slot, and does different on every DVD.
Page 225 Infotainment System 7-29 Stopping and Resuming CD/DVD Player Messages Group : Press to cycle Playback through musical groupings on the Disc Format Error: This message DVD-A disc. displays if the disc is inserted with To stop playing a DVD without the disc label wrong side up, or if Nav (Navigate): Press to display turning off the system, press the...
Page 226: Auxiliary Devices
7-30 Infotainment System Player Error: This message displays an error message, write it the radio CD/AUX button to begin displays if there are disc load or down and provide it to your dealer playing audio from the device over disc eject problems. when reporting the problem.
Page 227 Infotainment System 7-31 player. If a portable audio player is Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) Make sure the iPod has the latest ® not connected, No Input Device System on page 7 35 for more firmware from Apple for proper Found displays. information.
Page 228 7-32 Infotainment System AAC files stored on an iPod. The iPod charges while it is SEEK: Press to go to the start of connected to the vehicle if the FAT16 the track, if more than ten seconds vehicle is in the ACC/ACCESSORY have played.
Page 229 Infotainment System 7-33 Third softkey, 5% through the list Using Softkeys to Control a (Folder View): Press the each time the softkey is pressed. USB Storage Device or iPod softkey below to view the Fourth softkey, 10% through the contents of the current folder on the The five softkeys below the radio list each time the softkey is USB drive.
Page 230 7-34 Infotainment System Third softkey, 5% through the list To select files: Shuffle Functionality each time the softkey is pressed. To use Shuffle: 1. Press the softkey below Fourth softkey, 10% through the Press the softkey below list each time the softkey is 2.
Page 231: Rear Seat Infotainment Rear Seat Entertainment
Infotainment System 7-35 Rear Seat Before Driving than two seconds to stop all system features such as: radio, video The RSE is designed for rear seat Infotainment screen, Rear Seat Audio (RSA), passengers only. The driver cannot DVD, and/or CD. While Parental safely view the video screen while Rear Seat Entertainment Control is on, a padlock icon...
Page 232 7-36 Infotainment System Headphones listen to the radio, CDs, DVDs, move too far forward or step out of MP3s, DVD As, or any auxiliary the vehicle, the headphones lose source connected to A/V jacks or the audio signal. the auxiliary input jack, if the vehicle To adjust the volume on the has this feature.
Page 233 Infotainment System 7-37 If the foam ear pads attached to the Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks connectors or cables (not included) headphones become worn or may be required to connect the damaged, the pads can be replaced auxiliary device to the A/V jacks. separately from the headphone set.
Page 234 7-38 Infotainment System Auxiliary Devices on page 7 30 for Audio Output When a device is connected to the more information about changing A/V jacks, or the radio's auxiliary Audio from the DVD player or the source. input jack, if the vehicle has this auxiliary inputs can be heard feature, the rear seat passengers through the following possible...
Page 235 Infotainment System 7-39 The DVD player is capable of Video Screen The overhead console contains the outputting audio to the wired infrared transmitters for the wireless The video screen is located in the headphone jacks on the RSA headphones and the infrared overhead console.
Page 236 7-40 Infotainment System Remote Control Objects blocking the line of sight Remote Control Buttons could also affect the function of the (Power): Press this button to remote control. turn the video screen on and off. If a CD or DVD is in the Radio DVD (Illumination): Press this button slot, the remote control (power)
Page 237 Infotainment System 7-41 (Menu Navigation (Play/Pause): Press this (Next Track/Chapter): Press Arrows): Use the arrow buttons to button to start playing a DVD. Press this button to go to the beginning of navigate through a menu. this button while a DVD is playing to the next chapter or track.
Page 238 7-42 Infotainment System Battery Replacement (Audio): Press this button to (Clear): Press this button within change audio tracks on DVDs that three seconds after entering a To change the remote control have this feature when the DVD is numeric selection, to clear all batteries: playing.
Page 239 Infotainment System 7-43 Tips and Troubleshooting Chart Problem Recommended Action There is no power. The ignition might not be turned to ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY. The picture does not fill the screen. There are black Check the display mode settings in the setup menu by borders on the top and bottom or on both sides, or the pressing the display menu button on the remote control.
Page 240 7-44 Infotainment System Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont'd) Problem Recommended Action Sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or Check for obstructions, low batteries, reception range, buzzes. and interference from cellular telephone towers, or use a cellular telephone in the vehicle. Check that the headphones are on correctly using the L (left) and R (right) on the headphones.
Page 241: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
Infotainment System 7-45 Cleaning the RSE Overhead except on some radios where dual Audio can be heard through wired control is allowed. For example, rear headphones (not included) plugged Console seat passengers can control and into the jacks on the RSA. If the When cleaning the RSE overhead listen to a CD through the vehicle has this feature, audio can...
Page 242 7-46 Infotainment System function is inactive, with some PROG (Program): Press this radios, if the front seat passengers button to go to the next preset radio are listening to the radio. station or channel set on the main radio. This function is inactive, with Press and hold either seek arrow some radios, if the front seat until the display flashes, to tune to...
Page 243: Bluetooth
Infotainment System 7-47 Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. Phone A Bluetooth system can use a The system may not work with Bluetooth capable cell phone with a all cell phones. See Pairing in Hands Free Profile to make and Bluetooth this section for more information.
Page 244 7-48 Infotainment System Up to five cell phones can be When to Speak: A short tone (Mute/Push To Talk): Press paired to the Bluetooth system. sounds after the system responds to answer incoming calls, confirm indicating when it is waiting for a The pairing process is disabled system information, and start voice command.
Page 245 Infotainment System 7-49 Pairing a Phone with <phone name> has been 3. Say Delete. The system asks successfully paired after the which phone to delete. 1. Press and hold pairing process is complete. 4. Say the name of the phone you two seconds.
Page 246 7-50 Infotainment System Storing and Deleting Phone Using the Store Command 3. Say each digit, one at a time, that you want to store. After Numbers 1. Press and hold each digit is entered, the system The system can store up to two seconds.
Page 247 Infotainment System 7-51 To delete all name tags: Digit Dial: This command allows a If an unwanted number is phone number to be dialed by recognized by the system, say 1. Press and hold entering the digits one at a time. Clear at any time to clear the last two seconds.
Page 248 7-52 Infotainment System Using the Re dial Command Press again to return to Ending a Call the original call. 1. Press and hold Press to end a call. To ignore the incoming call, no two seconds. Muting a Call action is required. 2.
Page 249 Infotainment System 7-53 Transferring Audio from the To access contacts stored in the cell Sending a Number or Name Tag Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone phone: During a Call During a call with the audio in the 1. Press .
Page 250: Trademarks And License Agreements
7-54 Infotainment System Other Information Trademarks and ® The Bluetooth word mark and License Agreements ® logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by General Motors is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Page 251: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, defrost, defog and ventilation of the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Dual Automatic Climate Control System .
Page 252 Climate Controls Temperature Control: Move window outlets. Cooler air is the floor vents. In this mode, the the thumbwheels up or down directed to the upper outlets and system automatically forces outside to increase or decrease the warmer air to the floor outlets. air into the vehicle.
Page 253 Climate Controls The air conditioning system The recirculation mode cannot be (Rear Window Defogger): removes moisture from the air, so a used with floor, defrost, or defogging Press this button on the right knob small amount of water might drip modes.
Page 254: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System (On/Off): Press to turn the climate control system on or off. The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with Outside air still enters the vehicle, this system. The vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system and is directed to the floor.
Page 255 Climate Controls the vehicle is moving forward unless Press the + or buttons to increase Automatic Operation it is set to recirculation mode. See or decrease the cabin temperature. AUTO (Automatic): When Recirculation later in this section. The driver side or passenger side automatic operation is active the temperature display shows the Press the + or...
Page 256 Climate Controls When AUTO is selected, the air the system remains at the Manual Operation conditioning operation and air maximum cooling setting. If a (Fan Control): Press these inlet will be automatically temperature setting of 32°C buttons to increase or decrease the controlled.
Page 257 Climate Controls The air delivery mode setting will be freezing. The recirculation mode If vent, bi-level, or floor mode is displayed and the AUTO light turns cannot be selected while in the selected again, the climate control off. The fan remains under defrost mode.
Page 258 Climate Controls On hot days, open the windows long indicator light flashes three Rear Window Defogger enough to let hot inside air escape. times and then turns off. The air The rear window defogger uses a This helps to reduce the time it conditioning compressor also comes warming grid to remove fog from the takes for the vehicle to cool down.
Page 259 Climate Controls Sensors There is also an exterior temperature sensor located behind the front grille. This sensor reads the outside air temperature and helps maintain the temperature inside the vehicle. Any cover on the front of the vehicle could cause a false reading in the displayed temperature.
Page 260: Air Vents
8-10 Climate Controls Keep the air path under the front Air Vents seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout your Use the air outlets located in the vehicle. center and on the side of the instrument panel to adjust the Adding outside equipment to the direction and amount of airflow front of your vehicle, such as...
Page 261 Driving and Operating Driving and Starting the Engine ..9-25 Brakes Engine Heater ....9-27 Antilock Brake Operating Retained Accessory System (ABS) .
Page 262 Driving and Operating Watch the road. Do not Fuel Additives ....9-62 Driving Information read, take notes, or look up Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) ..9-63 information on phones or other Filling the Tank .
Page 263: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Avoid stressful conversations Defensive Driving Drunk Driving while driving, whether with a Defensive driving means always Death and injury associated with passenger or on a cell phone. expect the unexpected. The first drinking and driving is a global step in driving defensively is to wear tragedy.
Page 264: Control Of A Vehicle
Driving and Operating Control of a Vehicle If the engine ever stops while the If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the vehicle is being driven, brake hybrid supplement for more Braking, steering, and accelerating normally but do not pump the information.
Page 265: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Off-Road Recovery 3. Then turn the steering wheel to If the vehicle starts to slide, follow go straight down the roadway. these suggestions: Ease your foot off the Loss of Control accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the Skidding vehicle to go.
Page 266: Off-Road Driving
Driving and Operating Try to avoid sudden steering, Read all the information about Controlling the vehicle is the key to acceleration, or braking, four-wheel-drive vehicles in this successful off-road driving. One of including reducing vehicle speed manual. the best ways to control the vehicle by shifting to a lower gear.
Page 267 Driving and Operating Loading the Vehicle for For more information about loading WARNING the vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits Off-Road Driving and Tires. Many hills are simply too steep WARNING Environmental Concerns for any vehicle. Driving up hills can cause the vehicle to stall. Always use established trails, Unsecured cargo on the load Driving down hills can cause loss...
Page 268 Driving and Operating Slow down when approaching WARNING WARNING the top of the hill. Use headlamps even during the If the vehicle has the two speed Heavy braking when going down day to make the vehicle more automatic transfer case, shifting a hill can cause your brakes to visible.
Page 269 Driving and Operating Never try to turn the vehicle Hidden obstacles can make the 3. If the vehicle cannot be restarted around. If the hill is steep steepness of the incline more after stalling, set the parking enough to stall the vehicle, severe.
Page 270 9-10 Driving and Operating Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, Notice: Do not drive through WARNING standing water if it is deep or Ice enough to cover the wheel hubs, Use a low gear when driving in Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, axles or exhaust pipe.
Page 271: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating 9-11 After Off-Road Driving Driving on Wet Roads WARNING (Continued) Remove any brush or debris that Rain and wet roads can reduce has collected on the underbody, vehicle traction and affect your Flowing or rushing water creates or chassis, or under the hood.
Page 272: Highway Hypnosis
9-12 Driving and Operating Other Rainy Weather Tips Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Besides slowing down, other wet Always be alert and pay attention to Driving on steep hills or through weather driving tips include: your surroundings while driving. mountains is different than driving If you become tired or sleepy, find a on flat or rolling terrain.
Page 273: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating 9-13 Pay attention to special road Try not to break the fragile traction. WARNING signs (falling rocks area, winding If you accelerate too fast, the drive roads, long grades, passing or wheels will spin and polish the Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) no-passing zones) and take surface under the tires even more.
Page 274 9-14 Driving and Operating Blizzard Conditions WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: For more information about vehicle unless there is help nearby. carbon monoxide, see Engine Clear away snow from around If possible, use the Roadside...
Page 275: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating 9-15 If the Vehicle Is Stuck turn the traction control part of the WARNING system off. Shift back and forth Slowly and cautiously spin the between R (Reverse) and a forward If the vehicle's tires spin at high wheels to free the vehicle when gear, spinning the wheels as little as speed, they can explode, and you...
Page 276: Vehicle Load Limits
9-16 Driving and Operating Recovery Hooks Vehicle Load Limits It is very important to know how WARNING much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the Never pull on recovery hooks vehicle capacity weight and from the side. The hooks could includes the weight of all break and you and others could occupants, cargo, and all...
Page 277 Driving and Operating 9-17 Tire and Loading Information the number of occupant seating WARNING Label positions (A), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (B) in Do not load the vehicle any kilograms and pounds. heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The Tire and Loading (GVWR), or either the Information label also shows the...
Page 278 9-18 Driving and Operating Steps for Determining Correct the amount of available cargo Load Limit and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 750 (5 x 150) Locate the statement The = 650 lbs). combined weight of occupants and cargo should Determine the combined never exceed XXX kg or weight of luggage and cargo...
Page 279 Driving and Operating 9-19 weight of the driver, passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle's capacity weight. Certification/Tire Label Example 2 Example 3 A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) B.
Page 280 9-20 Driving and Operating of your vehicle. This is called WARNING WARNING (Continued) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR In the case of a sudden stop cause loss of control and a includes the weight of the or collision, things carried in crash.
Page 281: Truck-Camper Loading
Driving and Operating 9-21 vehicle goes. If you have to stop Notice: Overloading the WARNING (Continued) or turn quickly, or if there is a vehicle may cause damage. crash, they will keep going. Repairs would not be covered When you carry something by the vehicle warranty.
Page 282: Starting And Operating
9-22 Driving and Operating Avoid making hard stops for Starting and Adjustable Throttle and the first 322 km (200 miles) or Brake Pedal Operating so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet On vehicles with this feature, you broken in.
Page 283: Ignition Positions
Driving and Operating 9-23 Press the bottom of the control to Ignition Positions A (STOPPING THE ENGINE/ move the pedals closer. Press the LOCK/OFF): When the vehicle is top of the control to move the stopped, turn the ignition switch to pedals away.
Page 284 9-24 Driving and Operating If the vehicle must be shut off in an 4. Set the parking brake. See The steering can bind with the emergency: Parking Brake on page 9 45. wheels turned off center. If this happens, move the steering wheel 1.
Page 285: Starting The Engine
Driving and Operating 9-25 C (ON/RUN): This position can If you leave the key in the ACC/ Starting the Engine be used to operate the electrical ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position Move the shift lever to P (Park) or accessories and to display some with the engine off, the battery could N (Neutral).
Page 286 9-26 Driving and Operating The vehicle has a When the Low Fuel warning 2. If the engine does not start after Computer-Controlled Cranking lamp is on and the FUEL LEVEL five to 10 seconds, especially in System. This feature assists in LOW message is displayed in very cold weather (below 18°C starting the engine and protects...
Page 287: Engine Heater
Driving and Operating 9-27 Notice: The engine is designed to To Use the Engine Coolant WARNING (Continued) work with the electronics in the Heater vehicle. If you add electrical parts 1. Turn off the engine. If the cord will not reach, use a or accessories, you could change heavy-duty three-prong extension the way the engine operates.
Page 288: Retained Accessory
9-28 Driving and Operating Retained Accessory Shifting Into Park 1. Hold the brake pedal down, then set the parking brake. Power (RAP) See Parking Brake on page 9 45 WARNING The following vehicle accessories for more information. can be used for up to 10 minutes It can be dangerous to get out of 2.
Page 289: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating 9-29 Leaving the Vehicle With the If you have to leave the vehicle with This is called torque lock. To the engine running, be sure your prevent torque lock, set the parking Engine Running vehicle is in P (Park) and the brake and then shift into P (Park) parking brake is firmly set before properly before you leave the driver...
Page 290: Parking Over Things
9-30 Driving and Operating Prevent movement of the shift ® If you still are unable to shift out of Active Fuel Management lever out of P (Park), unless the P (Park): Vehicles with V8 engines may have ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ 1.
Page 291: Engine Exhaust
Driving and Operating 9-31 Engine Exhaust Running the Vehicle WARNING (Continued) While Parked There are holes or openings WARNING It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running. But if you ever have damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon to, here are some things to know.
Page 292: Automatic Transmission
9-32 Driving and Operating Automatic WARNING WARNING Transmission It can be dangerous to get out of If the vehicle has a four-wheel The vehicle has a the vehicle if the automatic drive transfer case with a ® Hydra-Matic 6L80 automatic transmission shift lever is not fully N (Neutral) position, and the transmission, and has an electronic...
Page 293 Driving and Operating 9-33 P (Park): This position locks your WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) rear wheels. It is the best position to use when you start the engine move suddenly. You or others gear, Two-Wheel Drive High or because the vehicle cannot move easily.
Page 294 9-34 Driving and Operating N (Neutral): In this position, the Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) or D (Drive) can be used when towing engine does not connect with the N (Neutral) with the engine a trailer, carrying a heavy load, wheels.
Page 295: Manual Mode
Driving and Operating 9-35 M (Manual Mode): This position vehicle load, and hill grade. If the Manual Mode lets drivers select the range of gears shift stabilization feature determines Range Selection Mode appropriate for current driving that a current vehicle speed cannot conditions.
Page 296: Tow/Haul Mode
9-36 Driving and Operating When in M (Manual Mode) a number While using the Range Selection Press the button located on the end displays next to the M, indicating the Mode, Cruise Control and the of the shift lever to turn the tow/haul current gear that has been selected.
Page 297: Drive Systems
Driving and Operating 9-37 Grade Braking is only active while Drive Systems While driving on clean dry pavement the Tow/Haul Mode is selected and and during tight turns, you may you are not in the Range Selection experience a vibration in the Four-Wheel Drive Mode.
Page 298 9-38 Driving and Operating Automatic Transfer Case If the lights do not come on, you 4 (Four-Wheel Drive High): Use should take the vehicle to your the Four-Wheel Drive High position dealer for service. An indicator light when you need extra traction, such will flash while shifting.
Page 299 Driving and Operating 9-39 Shifting Into Four-Wheel Drive Extended high-speed operation WARNING High or AUTO (Automatic in 4L may damage or shorten the life Four-Wheel Drive) of the drivetrain. Shifting the transfer case to Turn the knob to the Four-Wheel To shift to the Four-Wheel Drive N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle Drive High or AUTO position.
Page 300 9-40 Driving and Operating The vehicle may have significant ignition in ON/RUN. The preferred If the knob is turned to the engagement noise and bump when method for shifting out of Four-Wheel Drive High, AUTO, shifting between Four-Wheel Drive Four-Wheel Drive Low is to have or Two-Wheel Drive High switch Low and Four-Wheel Drive High your vehicle moving 1.6 to 3.2 km/h...
Page 301 Driving and Operating 9-41 5. Shift the transfer case to 9. Place the transmission shift Notice: Shifting the transmission Two-Wheel Drive High. lever in P (Park). into gear before the Four-Wheel Drive Low indicator light has 6. Turn the transfer case dial 10.
Page 302: Four-Wheel Drive
9-42 Driving and Operating Four-Wheel Drive Front Axle The vehicle has Four-Wheel Drive ® with StabiliTrak . For information on (Single Speed Automatic The front axle engages and ® StabiliTrak, see StabiliTrak System disengages automatically when you Transfer Case) on page 9 46. shift the transfer case.
Page 303 Driving and Operating 9-43 AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Service Four Wheel Drive Shifting Into Two-Wheel Drive): This setting is ideal for Drive High If the SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE use when road surface traction message stays on, you should take Turn the knob to the Two-Wheel conditions are variable.
Page 304: Antilock Brake
9-44 Driving and Operating Brakes As the brakes are applied, the computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls Antilock Brake braking pressure accordingly. System (ABS) Remember: ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot up to This vehicle has the Antilock Brake If there is a problem with ABS, this System (ABS), an advanced...
Page 305: Parking Brake
Driving and Operating 9-45 Braking in Emergencies If the ignition is on, the brake Brake Assist system warning light will come on. ABS allows the driver to steer and This vehicle has a brake assist See Brake System Warning Light on brake at the same time.
Page 306: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
9-46 Driving and Operating Hill Start Assist (HSA) two seconds to ensure that Ride Control Systems there is no rolling. The brakes will Vehicles with StabiliTrak have a Hill automatically release when the ® StabiliTrak System Start Assist (HSA) feature, which accelerator pedal is applied within may be useful when the vehicle is the two second window.
Page 307 Driving and Operating 9-47 StabiliTrak is on automatically If cruise control is being used when whenever the vehicle is started. To StabiliTrak activates, the cruise assist with directional control of the control automatically disengages. vehicle, the system should always The cruise control can be be left on.
Page 308 9-48 Driving and Operating The traction control part of When the TCS or StabiliTrak system When the transfer case is in 4LO, StabiliTrak can be turned off by is turned off, the StabiliTrak light the stability system is automatically pressing and releasing the TCS/ and the appropriate message will be disabled, the StabiliTrak light comes StabiliTrak button if both systems...
Page 309: Locking Rear Axle
Driving and Operating 9-49 The engine speed management will The TCS may activate on dry or Vehicles with StabiliTrak have a be disabled. In this mode, engine rough roads or under conditions Trailer Sway Control (TSC) feature. power is not reduced automatically such as heavy acceleration while See Trailer Sway Control (TSC) on and the driven wheels can spin...
Page 310: Continuous Damping
9-50 Driving and Operating Continuous Damping Autoride also interact with the tow/ An air compressor connected to the haul mode that, when activated, will rear shocks will raise or lower the Control (CDC) provide additional control of the rear of the vehicle to maintain shock absorbers.
Page 311: Cruise Control
Driving and Operating 9-51 Cruise Control With cruise control, a speed of about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more can be maintained without keeping your WARNING foot on the accelerator. Cruise control does not work at speeds Cruise control can be dangerous below about 40 km/h (25 mph).
Page 312 9-52 Driving and Operating +RES (Resume/Accelerate): The cruise control light on the Once the vehicle speed reaches Press briefly to make the vehicle instrument panel cluster comes on about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, resume to a previously set speed, after the cruise control has been set press the +RES button on the or press and hold to accelerate.
Page 313 Driving and Operating 9-53 Reducing Speed While Using Using Cruise Control on Hills Ending Cruise Control Cruise Control How well the cruise control works There are three ways to end cruise If the cruise control system is on hills depends on the vehicle control: already activated, speed, the load, and the steepness...
Page 314: Object Detection Systems
9-54 Driving and Operating Object Detection To be detected, objects must be at WARNING (Continued) least 25 cm (10 in) off the ground Systems and below tailgate level. Objects or vehicle damage, even with must also be within 2.5 m (8 ft) from Ultrasonic Parking Assist URPA, always check behind the the rear bumper.
Page 315 Driving and Operating 9-55 A trailer was attached to the When the system is off, PARK When the System Does Not vehicle, or an object was ASSIST OFF displays on the Driver Seem to Work Properly hanging out of the tailgate during Information Center (DIC).
Page 316: Rear Vision
9-56 Driving and Operating Rear Vision Turning the RVC System On or Off WARNING (Continued) Camera (RVC) To turn off the RVC system, press Failure to use proper care before and hold , located on the inside If available, the Rear Vision Camera backing may result in injury, rearview mirror, until the left (RVC) system displays part of the...
Page 317 Driving and Operating 9-57 Turning the RVC System On or Off The delay that is received after (Contrast): Touch the + (plus) shifting out of R (Reverse) is (minus) screen buttons to To turn the RVC system on or off: approximately 10 seconds.
Page 318 9-58 Driving and Operating To turn the symbols on or off: Guidelines RVC Location 1. Make sure that URPA has not The RVC system has a guideline been disabled. overlay that can help the driver align the vehicle when backing into a 2.
Page 319 Driving and Operating 9-59 The back of the vehicle is in Displayed images may be further or an accident, the position and closer than they appear. The area mounting angle of the camera displayed is limited and objects can change or the camera can which are close to either corner of be affected.
Page 320: Fuel
9-60 Driving and Operating The fast flash conditions are Fuel used to protect the video Use of the recommended fuel is device from high temperature an important part of the proper conditions. Once conditions maintenance of this vehicle. To help return to normal the device will keep the engine clean and maintain reset and the green indicator will...
Page 321: Recommended Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-61 Recommended Fuel Gasoline Specifications California Fuel (U.S. and Canada Only) Requirements Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or At a minimum, gasoline should If the vehicle is certified to meet higher. If the octane rating is less meet ASTM specification California Emissions Standards, it is than 87, an audible knocking noise,...
Page 322: Fuel Additives
9-62 Driving and Operating Fuels in Foreign However, some gasolines contain injectors and intake valves. GM Fuel only the minimum amount of System Treatment PLUS is the only Countries additive required to meet U.S. gasoline additive recommended by Environmental Protection Agency General Motors.
Page 323: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
Driving and Operating 9-63 Some gasolines that are We encourage the use of E85 in not meet ASTM or CGSB not reformulated for low vehicles that are designed to use it. specifications can affect driveability emissions can contain an The ethanol in E85 is a renewable and could cause the malfunction octane-enhancing additive called fuel, meaning it is made from...
Page 324: Filling The Tank
9-64 Driving and Operating E85 has less energy per liter Filling the Tank (gallon) than gasoline, so you will need to refill the fuel tank more WARNING often when using E85 than when you are using gasoline. See Filling Fuel vapor burns violently and a the Tank on page 9 64.
Page 325 Driving and Operating 9-65 When replacing the fuel cap, WARNING WARNING insert the tether in its hole before tightening the cap. Turn the fuel cap Fuel can spray out on you if you If a fire starts while you are clockwise until it clicks.
Page 326: Filling A Portable Fuel
9-66 Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel Towing WARNING (Continued) Container General Towing Bring the fill nozzle in contact Information WARNING with the inside of the fill opening before operating the Only use towing equipment that has Never fill a portable fuel container been designed for the vehicle.
Page 327 Driving and Operating 9-67 For information on equipment to Then, during the first 800 km Driving Characteristics tow a trailer, see Towing (500 miles) that a trailer is and Towing Tips Equipment. towed, do not drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) and do not make starts For information on towing a disabled Pulling a Trailer at full throttle.
Page 328 9-68 Driving and Operating Driving with a Trailer Before starting, check all trailer WARNING (Continued) hitch parts and attachments, safety chains, electrical connectors, WARNING Fully open the air outlets on lamps, tires and mirrors. If the trailer or under the instrument has electric brakes, start the When towing a trailer, exhaust panel.
Page 329 Driving and Operating 9-69 Backing Up If the trailer turn signal bulbs burn When towing at high altitude on out, the arrows on the instrument steep uphill grades, consider the Hold the bottom of the steering panel will still flash for turns. It is following: Engine coolant will boil at wheel with one hand.
Page 330: Parking On Hills
9-70 Driving and Operating Parking on Hills 2. Have someone place chocks WARNING (Continued) under the trailer wheels. WARNING 3. When the wheel chocks are in If the engine has been left place, release the regular brakes running, the vehicle can move Parking the vehicle on a hill with until the chocks absorb the load.
Page 331: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating 9-71 Leaving After Parking on a Hill Check periodically to see that all WARNING (Continued) hitch nuts and bolts are tight. 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal. Trailer Towing repairs would not be covered by 2. Start the engine. the vehicle warranty.
Page 332 9-72 Driving and Operating To identify the trailering capacity of The following information has many Trailer weight rating (TWR) is the vehicle, read the information in time-tested, important trailering tips calculated assuming the tow vehicle Weight of the Trailer that appears and safety rules.
Page 333 Driving and Operating 9-73 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR * 1500 Series 2WD 5.3L V8 3.08 2 313 kg (5,100 lbs) 4 990 kg (11,000 lbs) 5.3L V8 3.42 2 540 kg (5,600 lbs) 5 216 kg (11,500 lbs) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.42 3 674 kg (8,100 lbs)
Page 334 9-74 Driving and Operating See Vehicle Load Limits on Maximum Tongue page 9 16 for more information Vehicle Series Hitch Type Weight about the vehicle's maximum load 1500 Weight Carrying 272 kg (600 lbs) capacity. 1500 Weight Distributing 499 kg (1,100 lbs) Do not exceed the maximum the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight allowable tongue weight for the...
Page 335: Towing Equipment
Driving and Operating 9-75 Total Weight on the trailer combination, fully loaded for Consider using sway controls the trip, getting individual weights with any trailer. Ask a trailering Vehicle's Tires for each of these items. professional about sway controls or Be sure the vehicle's tires are refer to the trailer manufacturer's inflated to the inflation pressures...
Page 336 9-76 Driving and Operating Safety Chains the instructions for the trailer brakes The seven-wire harness contains so they are installed, adjusted and the following trailer circuits: Always attach chains between the maintained properly. Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal vehicle and the trailer. Cross the Do not tap into the vehicle's safety chains under the tongue of Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn...
Page 337 Driving and Operating 9-77 Electric Brake Control Wiring Do not power both ITBC and Tow/Haul is a feature that assists aftermarket controllers to control the when pulling a heavy trailer or a Provisions trailer brakes at the same time. large or heavy load. See Tow/Haul These wiring provisions are Mode on page 9 36 for more Tow/Haul Mode...
Page 338 9-78 Driving and Operating Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul This symbol is located on the Trailer all of these systems are fully when lightly loaded or with no trailer Brake Control Panel on vehicles operational to ensure full at all will not cause damage. with an Integrated Trailer Brake functionality of the ITBC system.
Page 339 Driving and Operating 9-79 The trailer and vehicle are The ITBC system has a control WARNING (Continued) properly loaded for the towing panel located on the instrument condition. panel to the left of the steering use with trailers with surge, air, column.
Page 340 9-80 Driving and Operating The Trailer Brake Display Page can pressing the odometer trip stem or TRAILER OUTPUT This is be displayed by performing any of the DIC Vehicle Information button displayed any time a trailer with the following actions: (if equipped) before the Trailer electric brakes is connected.
Page 341 Driving and Operating 9-81 There is a fault in the ITBC Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure electrical connections. See system (a SERVICE TRAILER Vehicle Load Limits on Trailer Gain should be set for a BRAKE SYSTEM message will page 9 16 for more information. specific trailering condition and also be displayed in the DIC).
Page 342 9-82 Driving and Operating 5. Drive the vehicle with the trailer 7. Re-adjust Trailer Gain any time If the disconnect occurs while attached on a level road surface vehicle loading, trailer loading or the vehicle is stationary, this representative of the towing road surface conditions change message will automatically turn condition and free of traffic at...
Page 343: Trailer Sway
Driving and Operating 9-83 To determine if the electrical fault is to an authorized GM dealer to have Trailer Sway on the vehicle side or trailer side of the ITBC system diagnosed and Control (TSC) the trailer wiring harness repaired. connection, do the following: Vehicles with StabiliTrak have a If either the CHECK TRAILER...
Page 344: Conversions And Add-Ons
9-84 Driving and Operating Conversions and Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12 volt battery, even if the Add-Ons vehicle is not operating. The vehicle has an airbag system. Add-On Electrical Before attempting to add anything Equipment electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Notice: Do not add anything Vehicle on page 3 34 and Adding...
Page 345: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Engine Fan ....10-25 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Power Steering Fluid ..10-25 Sidemarker, Stoplamps, Washer Fluid .
Page 346: General Information
10-2 Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New General Information California Proposition Tires ..... . 10-63 65 Warning For service and parts needs, visit Buying New Tires .
Page 347: California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
Vehicle Care 10-3 California Perchlorate Accessories and Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the Materials Requirements Modifications installation or use of non GM certified parts, including control Certain types of automotive Adding non dealer accessories or module or software modifications, is applications, such as airbag making modifications to the vehicle not covered under the terms of the...
Page 348: Vehicle Checks
10-4 Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks If doing some of your own service WARNING (Continued) work, use the proper service manual. It tells you much more Doing Your Own about how to service the vehicle Be sure to use the proper Service Work than this manual can.
Page 349: Hood
Vehicle Care 10-5 Hood 3. Push the secondary hood release to the right. To open the hood: 4. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then bring the hood from full open to within 152 mm (6 in) from the closed position, pause, then push the front center of the...
Page 350 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 5.3L V8 Engine...
Page 351 Vehicle Care 10-7 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on Automatic Transmission Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. page 10 16. Dipstick (Out of View). See See Power Steering Fluid on Checking the Fluid Level page 10 25. B. Coolant Surge Tank and under Automatic Transmission Pressure Cap.
Page 352: Engine Oil
10-8 Vehicle Care Change the engine oil at the Engine Oil Obtaining an accurate oil level appropriate time. See Engine Oil reading is essential: To ensure proper engine Life System on page 10 11. 1. If the engine has been running performance and long life, careful Always dispose of engine oil recently, turn off the engine and...
Page 353 Vehicle Care 10-9 When to Add Engine Oil Notice: Do not add too much oil. Selecting the Right Engine Oil Oil levels above or below the Selecting the right engine oil acceptable operating range depends on both the proper oil shown on the dipstick are harmful specification and viscosity grade.
Page 354 10-10 Vehicle Care If in an area of extreme cold, where Engine oil system flushes are not the temperature falls below 20°F recommended and could cause ( 29°C), an SAE 0W 30 oil should engine damage not covered by the be used.
Page 355: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care 10-11 Used oil can be a threat to the Based on driving conditions, the It is possible that, if driving under environment. If you change your mileage at which an oil change is the best conditions, the oil life own oil, be sure to drain all the oil indicated can vary considerably.
Page 356 10-12 Vehicle Care If the system is ever reset 2. Press and hold the SET/RESET 3. Display the OIL LIFE accidentally, the oil must be button on the DIC, or the trip REMAINING on the DIC. If the changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) odometer reset stem if the display shows 100%, the system since the last oil change.
Page 357: Automatic Transmission
Vehicle Care 10-13 Automatic Transmission Change the fluid and filter at the Before checking the fluid level, intervals listed in the Maintenance prepare the vehicle as follows: Fluid Schedule. See Maintenance 1. Start the engine and park the Schedule on page 11 3. Be sure to When to Check and Change vehicle on a level surface.
Page 358 10-14 Vehicle Care 6. Using the TRANS TEMP reading, determine and perform the appropriate check procedure. If the TRANS TEMP reading is not within the required temperature ranges, allow the vehicle to cool, or operate the 1. Locate the transmission 5.
Page 359 Vehicle Care 10-15 Hot Check Procedure Use this procedure to check the transmission fluid level when the transmission fluid temperature is between 71°C and 93°C (160°F and 200°F). 1. Locate the transmission dipstick 5. Safe operating level is within the The hot check is the most accurate at the rear of the engine HOT cross hatch band on the...
Page 360: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
10-16 Vehicle Care Consistency of Readings Engine Air Cleaner/Filter How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Always check the fluid level at See Engine Compartment Overview least twice using the procedures To inspect the air cleaner/filter, on page 10 6 for the location of the described previously.
Page 361 Vehicle Care 10-17 Replacing the Engine Air WARNING Cleaner/Filter 1. Locate the air cleaner/filter Operating the engine with the air assembly. See Engine cleaner/filter off can cause you or Compartment Overview on others to be burned. The air page 10 6. cleaner not only cleans the air;...
Page 362: Cooling System
10-18 Vehicle Care Cooling System Notice: Using coolant other than WARNING ® DEX-COOL can cause premature The cooling system allows the engine, heater core, or radiator An electric engine cooling fan engine to maintain the correct corrosion. In addition, the engine under the hood can start up even working temperature.
Page 363 Vehicle Care 10-19 What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Notice: If extra inhibitors and/or drinkable water and DEX-COOL additives are used in the vehicle coolant. If using this mixture, cooling system, the vehicle could WARNING nothing else needs to be added. be damaged.
Page 364 10-20 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant How to Add Coolant to the Surge Tank The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant WARNING level. Check to see if coolant is visible in You can be burned if you spill the coolant surge tank.
Page 365 Vehicle Care 10-21 If no coolant is visible in the surge 2. Keep turning the pressure cap WARNING tank, add coolant as follows: slowly and remove it. Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the surge tank pressure even a little...
Page 366: Engine Overheating
10-22 Vehicle Care 5. Replace the pressure cap. Be In addition, ENGINE OVERHEATED sure the pressure cap is STOP ENGINE, ENGINE hand-tight and fully seated. OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE, and an ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED 6. Verify coolant level after engine message comes on in the Driver is shut off and the coolant is Information Center (DIC) on the...
Page 367 Vehicle Care 10-23 Notice: Engine damage from If Steam Is Coming from the WARNING (Continued) running the engine without Engine Compartment coolant is not covered by the vehicle warranty. See Overheated If you keep driving when the WARNING Engine Protection Operating vehicles engine is overheated, Mode on page 10 24 for Steam from an overheated engine...
Page 368: Overheated Engine
10-24 Vehicle Care If No Steam Is Coming from If the overheat warning is displayed If there is no sign of steam, idle the with no sign of steam: engine for three minutes while the Engine Compartment parked. If the warning is still 1.
Page 369: Engine Fan
Vehicle Care 10-25 Notice: After driving in the Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering overheated engine protection Fluid operating mode, to avoid engine Notice: Extremely small amounts damage, allow the engine to cool of contamination can cause before attempting any repair. The steering system damage and engine oil will be severely cause it to not work properly.
Page 370: Washer Fluid
10-26 Vehicle Care What to Use Adding Washer Fluid Notice When using concentrated To determine what kind of fluid to The vehicle has a low washer fluid washer fluid, follow the use, see Recommended Fluids and message on the DIC that comes manufacturer's instructions Lubricants on page 11 12.
Page 371: Brakes
Vehicle Care 10-27 Brakes Some driving conditions or climates Brake Adjustment can cause a brake squeal when the Every time the brakes are applied, This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brakes are first applied or lightly with or without the vehicle moving, brake pads have built-in wear applied.
Page 372: Brake Fluid
10-28 Vehicle Care A fluid leak in the brake Brake Fluid WARNING hydraulic system can also cause a low fluid level. Have the brake If too much brake fluid is added, it hydraulic system fixed, since a can spill on the engine and burn, leak means that sooner or later if the engine is hot enough.
Page 373 Vehicle Care 10-29 Checking Brake Fluid What to Add Notice Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid Using the wrong fluid Check brake fluid by looking at the can badly damage brake from a sealed container. See brake fluid reservoir. See Engine Recommended Fluids and hydraulic system parts.
Page 374: Battery
10-30 Vehicle Care Battery How to Check Lubricant WARNING (Continued) Refer to the replacement number page 10 86 for tips on working shown on the original battery label around a battery without when a new battery is needed. See Engine Compartment Overview on getting hurt.
Page 375: Front Axle
Vehicle Care 10-31 When to Change Lubricant What to Use Refer to Maintenance Schedule on Refer to Recommended Fluids and page 11 3 to determine how often to Lubricants on page 11 12 to change the lubricant. determine what kind of lubricant to use.
Page 376 10-32 Vehicle Care Also, if a vehicle has just been How to Check Lubricant The proper level is from 1.0 mm to driven before checking the fluid 19.0 mm (0.04 in to 0.75 in) below level, it may appear lower than the bottom of the filler plug hole, normal because fluid has traveled located on the rear axle.
Page 377: Function Check
Vehicle Care 10-33 Starter Switch Check 3. Try to start the engine in each 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. gear. The vehicle should start See Parking Brake on only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). page 9 45. WARNING If the vehicle starts in any other Be ready to apply the regular position, contact your dealer for...
Page 378: Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check
10-34 Vehicle Care Ignition Transmission Park Brake and P (Park) Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping Lock Check Mechanism Check your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. While parked, and with the parking WARNING brake set, try to turn the ignition to To check the parking brake's...
Page 379: Glass Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-35 Wiper Blade Replacement Headlamp Aiming Windshield wiper blades should be The vehicle has a visual optical inspected for wear or cracking. See headlamp aiming system. The aim Maintenance Schedule on of the headlamps has been preset page 11 3. at the factory and should need no further adjustment.
Page 380 10-36 Vehicle Care The vehicle should: Headlamp aiming is done with the 3. Record the distance from the vehicle's low-beam headlamps. ground to the aim dot on the Be placed so the headlamps The high-beam headlamps will be low beam headlamp. are 7.6 m (25 ft) from a correctly aimed if the low-beam light colored wall.
Page 381 Vehicle Care 10-37 Notice: Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut-off when aiming. Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build-up which may cause damage to the headlamp. 6. Turn on the low-beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front 9.
Page 382: Bulb Replacement
10-38 Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement Taillamps, Turn Signal, To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: Sidemarker, Stoplamps, For the proper type of replacement 1. Open the tailgate. See Tailgate and Back-Up Lamps bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on on page 2 16 for more page 10 39.
Page 383: License Plate Lamp
Vehicle Care 10-39 4. Turn the bulb socket License Plate Lamp Replacement Bulbs counterclockwise to remove it Bulb To replace one of these bulbs: from the taillamp assembly. Exterior Lamp Number 5. Pull the old bulb straight out Back-up Lamp 7441 from the bulb socket.
Page 384: Electrical System
10-40 Vehicle Care Electrical System Replace a bad fuse with a new one Windshield Wipers of the identical size and rating. If the wiper motor overheats due to Electrical System If there is a problem on the road and heavy snow or ice, the windshield a fuse needs to be replaced, the wipers will stop until the motor cools Overload...
Page 385: Fuses And Circuit
Vehicle Care 10-41 Fuses and Circuit Engine Compartment Notice: Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the Breakers Fuse Block vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical The wiring circuits in the vehicle are component. protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit To remove fuses, hold the end of breakers, and fusible thermal links.
Page 386 10-42 Vehicle Care...
Page 387 Vehicle Care 10-43 The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Antilock Brake Air Conditioning features shown. System 2 Compressor Fuses Usage Trailer Back-up Oxygen Sensors Right Trailer Stop/ Lamps Turn Lamp Transmission Driver Side Controls (Ignition)
Page 388 10-44 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fog Lamps Windshield Wiper Instrument Panel Cluster Horn SEO B2 Upfitter Usage (Battery) Not Used Passenger Side High-Beam Electric Adjustable Auxiliary Climate Headlamp Pedals Control (Ignition) Daytime Running Climate Controls Center Lamps (DRL) (Battery) High-Mounted...
Page 389 Vehicle Care 10-45 Fuses Usage J-Case Usage Relays Usage Fuses Climate Controls Cooling Fan High FAN HI (Ignition) Stud 2 (Trailer Speed Brakes) Engine Control Cooling Fan Low FAN LO Module, Secondary Left Bussed Speed Fuel Pump Electrical Center 1 Cooling Fan FAN CNTRL (Ignition)
Page 390: Block
10-46 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block access door is located on the driver side edge of the instrument panel. The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Pull off the cover to access the fuse Steering Wheel features shown.
Page 391 Vehicle Care 10-47 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Driver Side Turn Body Control Driver Seat Module, Signal, Stoplamp Module (BCM) Remote Keyless Entry System Instrument Panel Accessory Power Back Lighting Outlets Driver Power Door Lock (Unlock Feature) Passenger Side Turn Interior Lamps Signal, Stoplamp Power Door Lock 1...
Page 392 10-48 Vehicle Care Center Instrument Panel Fuse Harness Circuit Block Connector Usage Breaker Usage The center instrument panel fuse Body Harness Passenger Side BODY 2 block is located underneath the Connector 2 Power Window Circuit instrument panel, to the left of the Breaker Body Harness steering column.
Page 393: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care 10-49 Wheels and Tires WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Tires Underinflated tires pose the Improperly repaired tires same danger as overloaded can cause a crash. Only the Every new GM vehicle has tires. The resulting crash dealer or an authorized tire high-quality tires made by a could cause serious injury.
Page 394: Tire Sidewall Labeling
10-50 Vehicle Care Notice: Low profile tires are Tire Sidewall Labeling aspect ratio, construction type, more susceptible to damage and service description. See the Useful information about a tire is from road hazards or curb Tire Size illustration later in this molded into the sidewall.
Page 395 Vehicle Care 10-51 (D) Tire Identification Number (G) Maximum Cold Inflation aspect ratio, construction type, (TIN) The letters and numbers Load Limit Maximum load and service description. See the following the DOT code are the that can be carried and the Tire Size illustration later in this Tire Identification Number maximum pressure needed...
Page 396: Tire Designations
10-52 Vehicle Care (D) DOT (Department of pressure needed to support that vehicle tire engineered to Transportation) load when used as a single. For standards set by the U.S. Tire Department of Transportation information on recommended and Rim Association. (DOT) code indicates that tire pressure see Tire Pressure (B) Tire Width The three digit...
Page 397: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Vehicle Care 10-53 (E) Rim Diameter Diameter of (B) Tire Width The three digit (E) Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches. number indicates the tire section the wheel in inches. width in millimeters from (F) Service Description These (F) Load Range Load Range.
Page 398 10-54 Vehicle Care Accessory Weight Cold Tire Pressure identify the tire manufacturer, combined weight of optional amount of air pressure in a tire, production plant, brand, and accessories. Some examples measured in kPa (kilopascal) date of production. of optional accessories are or psi (pounds per square inch) GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight...
Page 399 Vehicle Care 10-55 Load Index An assigned Occupant Distribution Pressure on page 9 16 number ranging from 1 to 279 Designated seating positions. andVehicle Load Limits on that corresponds to the load page 9 16. Outward Facing Sidewall carrying capacity of a tire. side of an asymmetrical tire that Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic...
Page 400: Tire Pressure
10-56 Vehicle Care Tread The portion of a tire Vehicle Capacity Weight Tire Pressure that comes into contact with number of designated Tires need the correct amount the road. seating positions multiplied by of air pressure to operate 68 kg (150 lbs) plus the rated Treadwear Indicators Narrow effectively.
Page 401 Vehicle Care 10-57 Overinflated tires, or tires that How the vehicle is loaded Remove the valve cap from the have too much air, can affects vehicle handling and ride tire valve stem. Press the tire result in: comfort. Never load the vehicle gauge firmly onto the valve to with more weight than it was get a pressure measurement.
Page 402: Tire Pressure Monitor
10-58 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor pressure telltale when one or The TPMS malfunction indicator is more of your tires is significantly combined with the low tire pressure System under inflated. telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for The Tire Pressure Monitor System Accordingly, when the low tire approximately one minute and then...
Page 403: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care 10-59 Federal Communications For additional information and details about the DIC operation and Commission (FCC) Rules and displays, see Driver Information with Industry Canada Center (DIC) on page 5 26 and Tire Standards Messages on page 5 42. See Radio Frequency Statement on The low tire pressure warning light page 13 20 for information...
Page 404 10-60 Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching The TPMS can warn about a TPMS Malfunction Light and process was not done or not low tire pressure condition but it Message completed successfully does not replace normal tire The TPMS will not function properly after rotating the tires.
Page 405 Vehicle Care 10-61 Operating electronic devices or using a TPMS relearn tool, in the 4. Start with the driver side being near facilities using radio following order: driver side front tire, front tire. wave frequencies similar to the passenger side front tire, passenger 5.
Page 406: Tire Inspection
10-62 Vehicle Care The tire has a bump, bulge, 9. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. See When It Is Time for New or split. Tires on page 10 63 and Wheel 10. Set all four tires to the Replacement on page 10 68. recommended air pressure The tire has a puncture, cut, level as indicated on the Tire...
Page 407: When It Is Time For New
Vehicle Care 10-63 Adjust the front and rear tires to When It Is Time for New WARNING the recommended inflation Tires pressure on the Tire and Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Factors, such as maintenance, Loading Information label after parts to which it is fastened, can temperatures, driving speeds, the tires have been rotated.
Page 408: Buying New Tires
10-64 Vehicle Care Inspection on page 10 62 and Tire Parking for an extended period can including brake system Rotation on page 10 62 for cause flat spots on the tires that performance, ride and handling, additional information. may result in vibrations while traction control, and tire pressure driving.
Page 409 Vehicle Care 10-65 WARNING WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Tires could explode during A tire and/or wheel could fail This vehicle may have a different improper service. Attempting suddenly and cause a crash. size spare than the road tires to mount or dismount a tire Use only radial-ply tires with originally installed on the vehicle.
Page 410: Different Size Tires And Wheels
10-66 Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading Information Uniform Tire Quality WARNING label indicates the original Grading equipment tires on the vehicle. See If different sized wheels are used, Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 16 Quality grades can be found there may not be an acceptable for the label location and more where applicable on the tire...
Page 411 Vehicle Care 10-67 use spare tires, tires with course. For example, a tire assigned to this tire is based on nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and straight-ahead braking traction 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), a half (1½) times as well on the tests, and does not include or to some limited-production...
Page 412: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-68 Vehicle Care Grades B and A represent vibrates when driving on a smooth WARNING road, the tires and wheels might higher levels of performance on need to be rebalanced. See your the laboratory test wheel than Using the wrong replacement dealer for proper diagnosis.
Page 413: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care 10-69 Used Replacement Wheels Notice: If the vehicle has WARNING (Continued) P265/70R17 size tires, use tire chains only where legal and only WARNING or other vehicle parts. The area when necessary. Use chains that damaged by the tire chains could are the proper size for the tires.
Page 414: If A Tire Goes Flat
10-70 Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat WARNING WARNING It is unusual for a tire to blowout Driving on a flat tire will cause Lifting a vehicle and getting while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire. under it to do maintenance or are maintained properly.
Page 415 Vehicle Care 10-71 WARNING WARNING (Continued) Changing a tire can be 4. Turn off the engine and do dangerous. The vehicle can slip not restart while the vehicle off the jack and roll over or fall is raised. causing injury or death. Find a level place to change the tire.
Page 416: Tire Changing
10-72 Vehicle Care Tire Changing 3. Turn the wing nut (C) counterclockwise to remove the Removing the Spare Tire and wheel blocks (A) attached to the Tools jack (E). Place the wheel blocks where needed as indicated in The jack and the wheel blocks are previously in this section.
Page 417 Vehicle Care 10-73 To remove the tools: To access the spare tire: Hoist End of Extension Tool 1. Open the top door on the G. Hoist Shaft Access Hole passenger side top-box storage H. Wheel Wrench unit. Use the ignition/door key to Jack Handle Extension(s) unlock it if it is locked.
Page 418 10-74 Vehicle Care 5. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground. Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle. If the spare tire does not lower to the ground, the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower.
Page 419 Vehicle Care 10-75 7. Tilt the tire with slack in the Separate the retainer from the cable to access the tire/wheel guide pin by sliding the retainer retainer. up the pin while pressing down on the latch. When the retainer 6.
Page 420 10-76 Vehicle Care Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 2. To remove the center cap, place 3. Use the wheel wrench to loosen the chiseled end of the wheel all the wheel nuts. Turn the wrench in the slot on the wheel wheel wrench counterclockwise and gently pry the cap out.
Page 421 Vehicle Care 10-77 WARNING WARNING Getting under a vehicle when it is Raising the vehicle with the jack jacked up is dangerous. If the improperly positioned can vehicle slips off the jack, you damage the vehicle and even could be badly injured or killed. make the vehicle fall.
Page 422 10-78 Vehicle Care Raise the vehicle far enough off Attach the jack handle (B) to the the ground so there is enough jack (A). Use the jacking pad (E) room for the spare tire to clear provided on the rear axle. Turn the ground.
Page 423 Vehicle Care 10-79 WARNING WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Never use oil or grease on bolts parts to which it is fastened, can or nuts because the nuts might make wheel nuts become loose come loose. The vehicle's wheel after time.
Page 424 10-80 Vehicle Care Storing a Flat or Spare Tire WARNING and Tools Wheel nuts that are improperly or WARNING incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or Storing a jack, a tire, or other come off. The wheel nuts should equipment in the passenger be tightened with a torque wrench compartment of the vehicle could...
Page 425 Vehicle Care 10-81 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down, and to the rear. Tilt the retainer down through the center wheel opening. A. Spare Tire/Flat Tire (Valve Stem Pointed Down) 2.
Page 426 10-82 Vehicle Care 5. Raise the tire part way upward. Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel and is centered in the wheel opening. 6. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice.
Page 427: Secondary Latch System
Vehicle Care 10-83 To store the tools: Secondary Latch System To release the spare tire from the secondary latch: 1. Return the tools to the tool bag This vehicle has an and place it back in the top box underbody-mounted tire hoist storage unit.
Page 428 10-84 Vehicle Care 3. Loosen the cable by turning the wrench counterclockwise three or four turns. 4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. If the spare tire lowers to the ground, continue with Step 5 under Removing the Spare Tire and Tools under Tire Changing on page 10 72.
Page 429 Vehicle Care 10-85 12. Lower the jack by If the spare tire is hanging turning the wheel wrench from the cable, insert the hoist counterclockwise. Keep end of extension, and wheel lowering the jack until the wrench into the hoist shaft hole spare tire slides off the jack or in the bumper and turn the is hanging by the cable.
Page 430: Full-Size Spare Tire
10-86 Vehicle Care Full-Size Spare Tire Your vehicle may have a different Jump Starting size spare tire than the road tires Your vehicle, when new, had a For more information about the originally installed on your vehicle. fully-inflated spare tire. A spare tire vehicle battery, see Battery on This spare tire was developed for may lose air over time, so check its...
Page 431 Vehicle Care 10-87 Ignoring these steps You would not be able to start 3. Turn off the ignition on both could result in costly damage to your vehicle, and the bad vehicles. Unplug unnecessary the vehicle that would not be grounding could damage the accessories plugged into the covered by the warranty.
Page 432 10-88 Vehicle Care WARNING WARNING (Continued) An electric fan can start up even add water to take care of that when the engine is not running first. If you do not, explosive gas and can injure you. Keep hands, could be present. clothing and tools away from any Battery fluid contains acid that underhood electric fan.
Page 433 Vehicle Care 10-89 5. Check that the jumper cables 8. Now connect the black do not have loose or missing negative ( ) cable to the insulation. If they do, you could negative ( ) terminal of the get a shock. The vehicles could good battery.
Page 434 10-90 Vehicle Care 11. Try to start the vehicle that had To disconnect the jumper cables the dead battery. If it will not from both vehicles do the following: start after a few tries, it 1. Disconnect the black probably needs service. negative ( ) cable from the Notice: If the jumper cables are vehicle that had the bad battery.
Page 435: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-91 What is the distance that will be Towing Recreational Vehicle travelled? Some vehicles have Towing restrictions on how far and how Towing the Vehicle long they can tow. Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another Notice: To avoid damage, the Is the proper towing equipment vehicle...
Page 436 10-92 Vehicle Care Dinghy Towing Two-wheel-drive vehicles and Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles with a four-wheel drive vehicles with a Two Speed Automatic Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles and single speed automatic transfer Transfer Case Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles with a case should not be towed with all Single Speed Automatic four wheels on the ground.
Page 437 Vehicle Care 10-93 After towing, see Shifting Out of with the rear wheels on the WARNING Neutral under Four-Wheel Drive ground, the transmission could for the proper procedure to take the be damaged. The repairs would Shifting a four-wheel-drive vehicle out of the Neutral position. not be covered by the vehicle vehicle's transfer case into warranty.
Page 438 10-94 Vehicle Care Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles with a 3. Shift the transmission to 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly Two Speed Automatic P (Park). following the manufacturer's Transfer Case instructions. 4. Firmly set the parking brake. 7. Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is WARNING firmly attached to the towing...
Page 439 Vehicle Care 10-95 Rear Towing 3. Firmly set the parking brake. Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles with a See Parking Brake on Two Speed Automatic (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) page 9 45. Transfer Case Use the following procedure to dolly 4. Put the transmission in P (Park). tow a four-wheel drive vehicle from 5.
Page 440: Appearance Care
10-96 Vehicle Care 6. Use an adequate clamping Appearance Care Notice: Avoid using high device designed for towing to pressure washes closer than ensure that the front wheels are 30 cm (12 in) to the surface of the Exterior Care locked into the straight position.
Page 441 Vehicle Care 10-97 Finish Care Notice: Machine compounding or Cleaning Exterior aggressive polishing on a Lamps/Lenses Application of aftermarket clearcoat basecoat/clearcoat paint finish sealant/wax materials is not Use only lukewarm or cold water, a may damage it. Use only recommended. If painted surfaces soft cloth, and a car washing soap non-abrasive waxes and polishes are damaged, see your dealer to...
Page 442 10-98 Vehicle Care Weatherstrips Wheels and Trim Aluminum Notice: To avoid surface damage, do not use strong soaps, or Chrome Apply silicone grease on chemicals, abrasive polishes, weatherstrips to make them last Use a soft, clean cloth with mild cleaners, brushes, or cleaners longer, seal better, and not stick or soap and water to clean the wheels.
Page 443: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-99 Body Component Lubrication Original manufacturer replacement Interior Care parts will provide the corrosion Lubricate all key lock cylinders, To prevent dirt particle abrasions, protection while maintaining the hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and regularly clean the vehicle's interior. vehicle warranty.
Page 444 10-100 Vehicle Care Cleaners may contain solvents that A concentrated soap solution will Fabric/Carpet can become concentrated in the leave a residue that creates Start by vacuuming the surface interior. Before using cleaners, read streaks and attracts dirt. Do not using a soft brush attachment.
Page 445 Vehicle Care 10-101 3. Start on the outside edge of the Instrument Panel, Leather, Do not use cleaners that increase soil and gently rub toward the gloss, especially on the instrument Vinyl, & Other Plastic Surfaces center. Rotate the cleaning cloth panel.
Page 446: Floor Mats
10-102 Vehicle Care Care of Safety Belts Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage. Keep belts clean and dry. The original equipment floor WARNING mats were designed for the WARNING If a floor mat is the wrong size or vehicle.
Page 447: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing Maintenance Your vehicle is an important competitively priced maintenance investment. This section describes and repair services. With trained the required maintenance for the technicians, the dealer is the place vehicle.
Page 448 11-2 Service and Maintenance Because of the way people use The Additional Required WARNING vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Services Severe are for There may need to be more vehicles that are: Performing maintenance work frequent checks and services. Mainly driven in hilly or can be dangerous and can The Additional Required mountainous terrain.
Page 449: 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 450 11-4 Service and Maintenance Visually inspect windshield wiper Visually inspect steering, Check ignition transmission lock. blades for wear, cracking, suspension, and chassis See Ignition Transmission Lock or contamination. See Exterior components for damaged, loose, Check on page 10 34. Care on page 10 96. Replace or missing parts or signs of Check parking brake and worn or damaged wiper blades.
Page 451 Service and Maintenance 11-5...
Page 452 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance c) Do not directly power wash the Schedule Additional Required transfer case output seals. High Services Normal pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer a) Check all fuel and vapor lines case fluid.
Page 453 Service and Maintenance 11-7...
Page 454: Services
11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance c) Do not directly power wash the Special Application Schedule Additional Required transfer case output seals. High Services Services Severe pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer a) Check all fuel and vapor lines Severe Commercial Use case fluid.
Page 455: And Care
Service and Maintenance 11-9 Additional Battery Brakes The battery supplies power to Brakes stop the vehicle and are Maintenance and Care start the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. additional electrical accessories. Your vehicle is an important Signs of brake wear may include investment and caring for it properly To avoid break down or failure to chirping, grinding, or squealing...
Page 456 11-10 Service and Maintenance Hoses Shocks and Struts Tires Hoses transport fluids and should Shocks and struts help aid in control Tires need to be properly inflated, be regularly inspected to ensure for a smoother ride. rotated, and balanced. Maintaining that there are no cracks or leaks.
Page 457 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Vehicle Care Windshield Wiper Blades To help keep the vehicle looking like For safety, appearance, and the Wiper blades need to be cleaned new, vehicle care products are best viewing, keep the windshield and kept in good condition to available from your dealer.
Page 458: Lubricants, And Parts
11-12 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specfication, or equivalent, of Engine Oil the proper SAE viscosity grade.
Page 459 Service and Maintenance 11-13 Usage Fluid/Lubricant SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021677, in Rear Axle Canada 89021678). ® Transfer Case DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Front Axle Propshaft Spline or Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant (GM Part No. 12345879, in One-Piece Propshaft Spline Canada 10953511).
Page 460: Maintenance Replacement Parts
11-14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified here by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Standard Filter 15908916* A3086C* High Capacity Filter 15908915 A3085C Oil Filter...
Page 461: Maintenance Records
Service and Maintenance 11-15 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 462 11-16 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 463 Service and Maintenance 11-17 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 464 11-18 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 465: 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 466: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood.
Page 467: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 5.3L V8 FlexFuel with Active Fuel Management Automatic 1.02 mm (0.040 in) (Iron) (LMG) 5.3L V8 FlexFuel with Active Fuel Management Automatic 1.02 mm (0.040 in) (Aluminum) (LC9) Engine Drive Belt Routing...
Page 468 12-4 Technical Data NOTES...
Page 469: Customer Information
Canada) ....13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns Customer Satisfaction the United States with the sales transaction or the Procedure (Mexico) .
Page 470 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 471: Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Information 13-3 STEP THREE Canadian For further information concerning Customer Satisfaction Owners: In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor Procedure (Mexico) not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call procedure outlined in Steps One the General Motors Customer Care...
Page 472: Customer Assistance Offices (U.s. And Canada)
Explain your case to your dealer Phone number assistance. However, if a customer service agent, service manager, wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, Model year dealer sales agent, or sales the letter should be addressed to: manager, depending on your case.
Page 473 Monday through Friday, 08:00 to Overseas 1-888-751-5301 20:00 hours, and Saturdays from Please contact the local General El Salvador 08:00 to 15:00 hours. Motors Business Unit. All e-mail inquiries to the Customer 800-6273 Assistance Center (CAC) should be Honduras sent to: cac.chevrolet@gm.com. 800-0122-6101...
Page 474: Online Owner Center
13-6 Customer Information Chevrolet dealer locator for Customer Assistance for Here are a few of the valuable tools service nationwide. and services you will have Text Telephone (TTY) access to: Exclusive privileges and offers. Users (U.S. and Canada) My Showroom: Find and save...
Page 475: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
For more information on the limited the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or When calling Roadside Assistance, Chevrolet and General Motors of call the GM Mobility Assistance have the following information Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text Canada Limited reserve the right to...
Page 476 13-8 Customer Information Flat Tire Change: Service to Chevrolet and General Motors of Services Specific to Canadian change a flat tire with the spare Canada Limited reserve the right to Purchased Vehicles tire. The spare tire, if equipped, limit services or payment to an...
Page 477 Chevrolet of the repair orders. Once the program. The Roadside Customer Assistance Center at...
Page 478 If the vehicle cannot be received telephone numbers for Chevrolet existing Roadside Assistance by the nearest Chevrolet dealer dealers. program guidelines. If the costs due to scheduling conflicts, the exceed the amount authorized...
Page 479 Customer Information 13-11 *Complimentary A rental car will be provided for Services Not Included in Roadside Transportation for Vehicle Pick up to two days and the vehicle Assistance Up: Transportation to pick up must be returned to its original Roadside Assistance does not your vehicle after repairs are destination, excluding vehicles cover or reimburse services for the...
Page 480: Scheduling Service Appointments
Assistance program. For more the vehicle for service, you are information, see your new vehicle Chevrolet reserves the right to make urged to do so as early in the work warranty. any changes or discontinue the day as possible to allow for same Roadside Assistance program at day-repair.
Page 481: Courtesy Transportation Program
Customer Information 13-13 Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options original receipts and can only be up to the maximum amount allowed by Program (U.S. and Warranty service can generally be GM for shuttle service. In addition, completed while you wait. However, Canada) for U.S.
Page 482: Collision Damage Repair
13-14 Customer Information insurance coverage, credit card, Collision Damage Repair Recycled original equipment parts etc. You are responsible for fuel may also be used for repair. These (U.S. and Canada) usage charges and may also be parts are typically removed from responsible for taxes, levies, usage vehicles that were total losses in If the vehicle is involved in a...
Page 483 Customer Information 13-15 Limited Warranty, and any vehicle aftermarket collision parts. Some puts you in danger, or you are failure related to such parts is not insurance companies will not instructed to move it by a police covered by that warranty. specify aftermarket collision parts.
Page 484: Service Publications
13-16 Customer Information Insurance company and policy Insurance pays the bill for the repair, Service Publications number. but you must live with the repair. Ordering Information Depending on your policy limits, General description of the your insurance company may damage to the other vehicle. Service Manuals initially value the repair using Choose a reputable repair facility...
Page 485: Reporting Safety Defects
Customer Information 13-17 Owner Information Current and Past Models Reporting Safety Owner publications are written Technical Service Bulletins and Defects specifically for owners and intended Manuals are available for current to provide basic operational and past model GM vehicles. Reporting Safety Defects information about the vehicle.
Page 486: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
Vehicle Safety Hotline defect, notify Transport Canada Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 immediately, and notify General Chevrolet Motor Division (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Motors of Canada Limited. Call Chevrolet Customer Assistance http://www.safercar.gov; or Transport Canada at...
Page 487: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
Customer Information 13-19 Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders This data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances Recording and This vehicle has an Event Data in which crashes and injuries occur. Recorder (EDR). The main purpose Privacy Important: EDR data is recorded of an EDR is to record, in certain by the vehicle only if a non-trivial crash or near crash-like situations,...
Page 488: Navigation System
13-20 Customer Information GM will not access this data or speaking to an advisor. See OnStar personal information or link with any share it with others except: with the Overview on page 14 1 for more other GM system containing consent of the vehicle owner or, information.
Page 489: Onstar Services
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview The OnStar system status light is next to the OnStar buttons. If the status light is: OnStar Overview Solid Green: System is ready. OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 Flashing Green: On a call.
Page 490: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar OnStar Services Navigation Push to connect to a live Advisor to: OnStar navigation requires the Emergency Verify account information or Directions and Connections update contact information. service plan. With Automatic Crash Response, Get driving directions. Requires the built-in system can automatically Push to receive directions or the available Directions and...
Page 491 OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands Repeat Other Navigation Services During a Planned Route Available from OnStar 1. Push . System responds: OnStar eNav: Allows subscribers OnStar ready, then a tone. Cancel Route to send destinations from Google 2. Say Repeat. System responds 1.
Page 492 14-4 OnStar Connections Retrieve My Number 4. Pick a name tag. System responds: About to store <name OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows 1. Push . System responds: tag>. Does that sound OK? calls to be made and received from OnStar ready. 5.
Page 493 OnStar 14-5 OnStar Mobile App Diagnostics OnStar Additional ® With an iPhone Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will Android -based mobile device, an perform a vehicle check every OnStar mobile app can be Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, downloaded.
Page 494 14-6 OnStar How OnStar Service Works OnStar service cannot work unless See Radio Frequency Statement on your vehicle is in a place where page 13 20 for information Automatic Crash Response, OnStar has an agreement with a regarding Part 15 of the Federal Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, wireless service provider for service Communications Commission (FCC)
Page 495 OnStar 14-7 TTY Users OnStar Personal Identification Potential Issues Number (PIN) OnStar has the ability to Some OnStar services are disabled communicate to the deaf, after five days. OnStar cannot A PIN is needed to access some of hard of hearing, or speech impaired perform Remote Door Unlock or the OnStar services, like Remote customers while in the vehicle.
Page 496 14-8 OnStar In emergency situations, OnStar Unable to Connect to OnStar Add-on Electrical Equipment can use the last stored GPS Message The OnStar system is integrated location to send to emergency into the electrical architecture of the If there is limited cellular coverage responders.
Page 497 INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Appearance Care What Will You See after an Exterior ..... 10-96 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ... . .3-28 Interior .
Page 498 INDEX Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Cargo Headlamps ....10-38 Area ......4-2 Battery .
Page 499 INDEX Cleaning Cruise Control ....9-51 Door Exterior Care ....10-96 Light .
Page 500 INDEX Engine (cont'd) Cooling System ... . . 10-18 Rear Seat Entertainment System ..... .7-35 Cooling System Messages .
Page 501 INDEX Front Fog Lamp Fuses General Information Light ......5-26 Engine Compartment Service and Maintenance ..11-1 Front Seats Fuse Block .
Page 502 INDEX Heater Level Control Engine ......9-27 Automatic .....9-50 Key and Lock Messages .
Page 503: Object Detection Systems
INDEX Locking Rear Axle ... . . 9-49 Memory Seats ....3-7 Mirrors Locks Messages Automatic Dimming...
Page 504 INDEX Operation, Infotainment Perchlorate Materials System ......7-3 Requirements, California ..10-3 Object Detection System Ordering Personalization Messages .
Page 505 INDEX Recommended Fluids and Restraints Lubricants ....11-12 Where to Put ....3-43 Radio Frequency Records Retained Accessory...
Page 506 i-10 INDEX Safety Belts (cont'd) Security Signals, Turn and Reminders ....5-15 Light ......5-25 Lane-Change .
Page 507 INDEX i-11 Storage Areas (cont'd) Tires (cont'd) Towing Designations ....10-52 Glove Box ..... 4-1 Driving Characteristics .
Page 508 i-12 INDEX Truck-Camper Loading Vehicle (cont'd) Wheels Remote Start ....2-5 Information ....9-21 Alignment and Tire Turn and Lane-Change Security .

Chevrolet 2012 Avalanche Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Restraints

Seat Adjustment

Head Restraints

Lumbar Adjustment

Rear Seats

Safety Belts

Storage

Cupholders

Storage Compartments

Luggage/Load Locations

Additional Storage Features

Roof Rack System

Instruments and Controls

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Engine Oilpressure

Lighting 6-1 Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting

Exterior Lamp Controls

Exterior Lighting

Daytime Running

Flash-To-Pass

Exterior Lamps off

Headlamp High/Low-Beam

Automatic Headlamp

Hazard Warning Flashers

Turn and Lane-Change

Exterior Cargo Lamps

Fog Lamps

Interior Lighting

Lighting Features

7-1 Infotainment System Audio Players Introduction

Introduction

Infotainment

Radio

Phone

Driving and Operating

Quick Links

Chapters

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