Page 1 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ....... 7 Universal Home Remote System ..159 Storage Areas ........170 Front Seats ..........9 Sunroof ..........199 Rear Seats ..........19 Safety Belts ..........21 Instrument Panel ........201 Child Restraints ........
Page 2 Service and Appearance Care ....429 Vehicle Identiﬁcation ......546 Electrical System ........547 Service ..........432 Capacities and Speciﬁcations ....556 Fuel ............435 Checking Things Under the Hood ..442 Maintenance Schedule ......559 Rear Axle ..........482 Maintenance Schedule ......
Page 3: Canadian Owners
For vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada, substitute P.O. Box 07130 the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” Detroit, MI 48207 for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual. Litho in U.S.A. © Part No. 15854797 B Second Printing 2006 General Motors Corporation.
Page 4: How To Use This Manual
How to Use This Manual CAUTION: Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they ﬁrst receive their new vehicle. If this is done, it can help you learn These mean there is something that could about the features and controls for the vehicle. hurt you or other people.
Page 5: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this manual you will ﬁnd these notices: The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown Notice: These mean there is something along with the text describing the operation or that could damage your vehicle.
Page 6 These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle: I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............. 9 Right Front Passenger Position ....36 Manual Seats ..........9 Center Front Passenger Position ....36 Power Seats ..........10 Rear Seat Passengers ........ 37 Power Lumbar ..........11 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ....41 Heated Seats ..........
Page 8 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Airbag System ..........72 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ..86 Where Are the Airbags? ......75 Adding Equipment to Your When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? ....77 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ......87 What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? ....79 Restraint System Check .......
Page 9: Front Seats
Front Seats Manual Seats CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
Page 10: Power Seats
Power Seats • Raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the control up or down. • Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down. If the seats have power reclining seatbacks, the control is located behind the power seat control on the outboard side of the seats.
Page 11: Power Lumbar
Power Lumbar • To raise the height of the lumbar support, press and hold the top of the control. • To lower the height of the lumbar support, press and hold the bottom of the control. Release the control when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of lumbar support.
Page 12: Heated Seats
Heated Seats (Heated Seat and Seatback): Press this button to turn on the heated seat and seatback. Your vehicle may have The light on the button will come on to indicate that heated front seats. the feature is working. Press the button to cycle The controls are located through the temperature settings of high, medium, on the driver’s and...
Page 13: Memory Seat, Mirrors, And Pedals
Memory Seat, Mirrors, and Pedals 2. Press and hold button 1 until two beeps are heard indicating that the position has Your vehicle may have the memory package. been stored. A second seating, mirror, and throttle and brake The controls for this pedal position can be programmed by repeating feature are located the above steps and pressing button 2.
Page 14: Reclining Seatbacks
If something has blocked the driver’s seat and/or The memory seat and easy exit features can also the adjustable pedals while recalling a memory be programmed using the DIC. position, the driver’s seat and/or the adjustable For programming information, see DIC Vehicle pedals recall may stop working.
Page 15 CAUTION: If the 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 seatback to be sure it is locked. If the seats have manual reclining seatbacks, the lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side of the seat(s).
Page 16 To return the seatback to an upright position, Power Reclining Seatbacks do the following: 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 17 CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
Page 18: Head Restraints
Head Restraints Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower the head restraint, press the release button, located on the top of the seatback, while you push the head restraint down. Center Seat Your vehicle may have a front center seat. The seatback doubles as an armrest and cupholder/ storage area for the driver and passenger when the center seat is not used.
Page 19: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle Rear Seat Operation the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. The rear seat is a 60/40 split bench seat that can be folded to give you more cargo space and access ®...
Page 20 To return the seats to the normal position, push the seatback up and fold the seat cushion down. CAUTION: CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person A safety belt that is improperly routed, sitting there.
Page 21: Safety Belts
Safety Belts CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone It is extremely dangerous to ride in a This part of the manual tells you how to use cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. safety belts properly. It also tells you some In a collision, people riding in these areas things you should not do with safety belts.
Page 22 In most states and in all Canadian provinces, Why Safety Belts Work the law says to wear safety belts. Here is When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast why: They work. as it goes. You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one.
Page 23 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 24 The person keeps going until stopped by or the instrument panel... something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 25: Questions And Answers About
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I am wearing a safety belt? You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are upside down.
Page 26: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? This part is only for people of adult size. You may be an excellent driver, but if you are Be aware that there are special things to know in an accident —...
Page 27 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. Move the shoulder belt height adjuster to the height that is right for you. Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash.
Page 28 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 29 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 30 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 31 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries.
Page 32 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 33 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to ﬁx it.
Page 34: Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment
Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder.
Page 35: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt women.
Page 36: Right Front Passenger Position
Right Front Passenger Position Center Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger’s Lap Belt safety belt properly, see Driver Position on If your vehicle has a front bench seat, someone page 26. can sit in the center position. The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt —...
Page 37: Rear Seat Passengers
Rear Seat Passengers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who are not safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 38 Lap-Shoulder Belt Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. All rear seat positions have lap-shoulder belts. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the Here is how to wear one properly. way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again.
Page 39 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 40 CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 41: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 42 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it The elastic cord must be under the belt. lies ﬂat. The elastic cord must be under Then, place the guide over the belt, and the belt and the guide on top.
Page 43 CAUTION: 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 44: Safety Belt Pretensioners
Safety Belt Pretensioners Safety Belt Extender Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, driver and right front passenger. Although you you should use it. cannot see them, they are part of the safety belt But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer assembly.
Page 45: Child Restraints
Child Restraints What is the proper way to wear safety belts? Older Children An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should ﬁt snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 46 What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window, move the child toward the center of the vehicle.
Page 47 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.
Page 48: Infants And Young Children
Infants and Young Children Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This by appropriate restraints. Young children should includes infants and all other children. Neither the not use the vehicle’s adult safety belts alone, distance traveled nor the age and size of the unless there is no other choice.
Page 49 CAUTION: (Continued) Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide. CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed.
Page 50 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? CAUTION: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic Newborn infants need complete support, types. Selection of a particular restraint should including support for the head and neck. take into consideration not only the child’s This is necessary because a newborn infant’s neck is weak and its head weighs...
Page 51: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 52 A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of for the child’s body with the harness and also the infant. The harness system holds the sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep or shelf-like shields.
Page 53 How Should I Use a Child Restraint? A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.
Page 54 Securing an Add-on Child Restraint See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 57 for more information. in the Vehicle A child can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. CAUTION: When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint...
Page 55: Where To Put The Restraint
Securing the Child Within the Because there are different systems, it is important to refer to the instructions that come Child Restraint with the restraint. A child can be endangered There are several systems for securing the in a crash if the child is not properly secured child within the child restraint.
Page 56 Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint. A label on your sun CAUTION: (Continued) visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the under some unusual circumstance, even rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys.
Page 57: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch)
Wherever you install a child restraint, be sure to Make sure that a LATCH-compatible child restraint secure the child restraint properly. is properly installed using the anchors, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the restraint, Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can following the instructions that came with that move around in a collision or sudden stop and restraint, and also the instructions in this manual.
Page 58 Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Lower anchors (A) are metal bars built into the A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child vehicle. There are two lower anchors for each restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built LATCH seating position that will accommodate into the vehicle.
Page 59 Some child restraints that have top tethers are Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor designed for use with or without the top tether Locations being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires (Top Tether Anchor): that forward-facing child restraints have a top Seating positions with...
Page 60 To assist you in Fold down the rear seatback(s) to access the locating the top anchors. See Rear Seat Operation on page 19. tether anchors, the Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side top tether anchor of the vehicle as the seating position where the symbol is located child restraint will be placed.
Page 61 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System CAUTION: Each top tether anchor and lower anchor CAUTION: in the vehicle is designed to hold only one child restraint. Attaching more than If a LATCH-type child restraint is not one child restraint to a single anchor attached to anchors, the restraint will not could cause the anchor or attachment to be able to protect the child correctly.
Page 62 Notice: Contact between the child restraint or the LATCH attachment parts and the vehicle’s CAUTION: safety belt assembly may cause damage to these parts. Make sure when securing unused Children can be seriously injured or safety belts behind the child restraint that strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped there is no contact between the child restraint or the LATCH attachment parts and the...
Page 63 1.2. Place the child restraint in the vehicle, If the position you near the seating position that you are using does not are using. have a head restraint and you are using 1.3. Route the top tether according to your a dual tether, child restraint instructions and the route the tether...
Page 64 If the position you are using has an adjustable CAUTION: head restraint and you are using a single tether, If the seatback is not locked, it could raise the head restraint and route the tether move forward in a sudden stop or crash. under the head restraint That could cause injury to the person and in between the...
Page 65: Securing A Child Restraint In A
2. Attach the lower attachments to the lower Securing a Child Restraint in a anchors. If the child restraint does not have Rear Seat Position lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors, secure If your child restraint has the LATCH system, the child restraint with the top tether and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children the safety belts.
Page 66 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle out of the retractor to set the lock. the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 67: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Front Seat Position
To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. If the top tether is attached to the top tether anchor, disconnect it.
Page 68: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the CAUTION: Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger airbag. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can A rear seat is a safer place to secure a be seriously injured or killed if the right forward-facing child restraint.
Page 69 See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children CAUTION: (Continued) (LATCH) on page 57 if the child restraint has a top tether. If you need to secure a forward-facing You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow child restraint in the right front seat, the instructions that came with the child restraint.
Page 70 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
Page 71 8. If the airbag is off, the off indicator will be lit and stay lit when the key is turned to RUN or START. If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint.
Page 72: Airbag System
Airbag System Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: Your vehicle has the following airbags: • A frontal airbag for the driver. CAUTION: • A frontal airbag for the right front passenger. You can be severely injured or killed in a Your vehicle may have the following airbags: crash if you are not wearing your safety •...
Page 73 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: to inﬂate in rollover, rear crashes, Both frontal and roof-mounted side impact or in many side crashes. And, for some airbags inﬂate with great force, faster unrestrained occupants, frontal airbags than the blink of an eye. If you are too may provide less protection in frontal close to an inﬂating airbag, as you would crashes than more forceful airbags...
Page 74 There is an airbag readiness light on the CAUTION: instrument panel cluster, which shows the Anyone who is up against, or very close airbag symbol. to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best The system checks the airbag electrical system protection for adults, but not for young for malfunctions.
Page 75: Where Are The Airbags
Where Are the Airbags? The right front passenger’s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 76 If your vehicle has a roof-mounted rollover airbag If your vehicle has a roof-mounted rollover airbag for the driver and the person seated directly for the right front passenger and the person behind the driver, it is located in the ceiling directly behind that passenger, it is located in above the side windows.
Page 77: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? CAUTION: The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they If something is between an occupant are designed to inﬂate only if the impact exceeds a and an airbag, the bag might not inﬂate predetermined deployment threshold.
Page 78 If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a Frontal airbags (driver and right front passenger) wall that does not move or deform, the threshold are not intended to inﬂate during vehicle level for the reduced deployment is about rollovers, rear impacts, or in many side impacts.
Page 79: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
In any particular crash, no one can say whether The inﬂator, airbag, and related hardware are an airbag should have inﬂated simply because all part of the airbag modules inside the steering of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the wheel and in the instrument panel in front of repair costs were.
Page 80: What Will You See After An Airbag Inﬂates
Airbags should never be regarded as anything Airbag inﬂation does not prevent the driver from more than a supplement to safety belts, and then seeing out of the windshield or being able to steer only in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal the vehicle, nor does it prevent people from collisions for the driver’s and right front leaving the vehicle.
Page 81: Passenger Sensing System
Your vehicle has a feature that may automatically Passenger Sensing System unlock the doors, turn the interior lamps on, and Your vehicle has a passenger sensing system. ﬂash the hazard warning ﬂashers when the airbags The passenger airbag status indicator on the inﬂate.
Page 82 The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag under certain CAUTION: conditions. The driver’s airbags are not part of the passenger sensing system. A child in a rear-facing child restraint The passenger sensing system works with can be seriously injured or killed if the sensors that are part of the right front passenger’s right front passenger’s airbag inﬂates.
Page 83 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn If a child restraint has been installed and the off the right front passenger’s airbag if: on indicator is lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall •...
Page 84 The passenger sensing system is designed to Restart the vehicle and have the person remain enable (may inﬂate) the right front passenger’s in this position for about two minutes. This airbag anytime the system senses that a person will allow the system to detect that person and of adult size is sitting properly in the right front then enable the passenger’s airbag.
Page 85 Aftermarket equipment, such as seat covers, can affect how well the passenger sensing system CAUTION: operates. You may want to consider not using seat covers or other aftermarket equipment. If the airbag readiness light in the See Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped instrument panel cluster ever comes Vehicle on page 87 for more information about modiﬁcations that can affect how the system...
Page 86: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped CAUTION: Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle should be For up to 10 seconds, after the ignition is serviced. There are parts of the airbag system turned off and the battery is disconnected, in several places around your vehicle. You do an airbag can still inﬂate during improper not want the system to inﬂate while someone is service.
Page 87: Adding Equipment To Your
Adding Equipment to Your Because I have a disability, I have to get my vehicle modiﬁed. How can I ﬁnd out Airbag-Equipped Vehicle whether this will affect my airbag system? Changing or moving any parts of the Is there anything I might add to the front front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing or sides of the vehicle that could keep and diagnostic module, rollover sensor...
Page 88: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers, and have them repaired or replaced. The airbag system does not need regular maintenance. Checking the Restraint Systems Notice: If you damage the covering for the Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder driver’s or the right front passenger’s airbag, light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, or the side impact airbag covering on the...
Page 89: Replacing Restraint System Parts
Replacing Restraint System Parts If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will need After a Crash to have LATCH system, safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH CAUTION: system was not being used at the time of the collision.
Page 90 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 91 Section 2 Features and Controls Keys .............. 93 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ... 122 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ..94 New Vehicle Break-In ........ 122 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Ignition Positions ........123 System Operation ........95 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ..... 124 Starting the Engine ........
Page 92 Section 2 Features and Controls Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Storage Areas ..........170 Compass and Temperature Display ..148 Glove Box ..........170 Outside Power Mirrors ....... 152 Cupholder(s) ..........170 Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors ....153 Center Overhead Console ......171 Front Armrest Storage Area .......
Page 93: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a...
Page 94: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System
Your vehicle has Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) one double-sided key System for the ignition, all door locks, tailgate, Your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system and side storage boxes. operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 95: System Operation
At times you may notice a decrease in operating Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) range. This is normal for any RKE system. If System Operation the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to The vehicle’s doors can be locked and unlocked work, try this: from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 65 feet (20 m)
Page 96 The following functions (Lock): Press the lock button to lock all the may be available if your doors, including the tailgate. If enabled through vehicle has the remote the Driver Information Center (DIC), the parking keyless entry system: lamps will ﬂash once to indicate locking has occurred.
Page 97 Matching Transmitter(s) to (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release this button to locate your vehicle. The turn Your Vehicle signal lamps will ﬂash and the horn will sound Each RKE transmitter is coded to prevent three times. Press and hold this button for more another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.
Page 98 Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your RKE transmitter should last about four years. The battery is weak if the transmitter will not work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it is probably time to change the battery.
Page 99 3. Slide the new battery into the transmitter with system, during remote start the climate control the positive side of the battery facing down. system will turn on at the setting the vehicle was Use a type CR2032 battery, or equivalent set to when the vehicle was last turned off.
Page 100 After entering the vehicle during a remote start, (Remote Start): Press and release the lock insert and turn the key to RUN to drive the vehicle. button and then press and hold the remote start button to start the vehicle. If the vehicle is left running it will automatically shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension To start the vehicle using the remote start feature,...
Page 101 The additional ten minutes are considered a Remote Start Ready second remote vehicle start. If your vehicle does not have the remote vehicle After your vehicles engine has been started start feature, it may have the remote start two times using the remote vehicle start button, ready feature.
Page 102: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks CAUTION: (Continued) Door Locks • Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme CAUTION: heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
Page 103: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks You can turn the delayed locking feature off or back on again by doing the following: The power door lock switches are located on the 1. Press and hold the power door lock switch in armrest on the front doors. the lock position.
Page 104: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks When you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on, do the following: Your vehicle has rear door security locks. 1. Unlock the door using the remote keyless These prevent passengers from opening the entry transmitter, if the vehicle has one, rear doors from the inside.
Page 105: Midgate
® Midgate CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: This will force outside air into your vehicle. See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 230. It can be dangerous to drive with the • cargo area covered and the tailgate and If you have air outlets on or under the ®...
Page 106 The following are the main components of the Rear Glass Removal and Storage ® Midgate system: CAUTION: If the removable rear glass is not stored properly, it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured. Whenever you store the rear glass in the vehicle, always be sure that it is stored ®...
Page 107 To remove the rear glass do the following: 1. Fold the rear seats. See Rear Seat Operation on page 19 for more information. The front seats may have to be moved forward slightly to allow the rear seats to fold completely. Although the rear glass can be removed without folding the rear seats, you will not be able to access the rear glass storage...
Page 108 3. While holding the rear glass in place, press 4. With the rear glass tilted toward you, lift it the glass-catch release button (C) and pull out from the lower window frame channel. the top of the rear glass toward you using Use the grab handles to assist you in the grab handle(s) (B) located at the top of removing the rear glass.
Page 109 6. Turn both glass lock knobs (D), located at both top corners of the storage pocket, to the locked position. Push in on the corner 5. Load the rear glass into the storage pocket of the rear glass to allow the lock knob ®...
Page 110 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. Once both glass lock knobs are in the locked position, the rear glass is securely stored.
Page 111 3. Pull the rear glass out from the storage Be sure to align the pocket using the grab handles. rear glass side-to-side using the alignment arrows (G). 5. Apply a ﬁrm downward pressure and then push the rear glass ﬂat against the window frame.
Page 112 ® 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 normal position, or it can be removed and stored in the rear glass storage pocket.
Page 113 Rear Glass in Normal Position ® 3. Lower the Midgate until it is ﬂat. 2. Standing outside of the vehicle, hold the ® Midgate securely so it does not fall ® forward. Turn the Midgate handle clockwise ® and pull the Midgate toward you.
Page 114 ® Lowering the Midgate with the Rear Glass in the Storage Pocket ® Midgate Lowered with Crossbar Attached This procedure works the same as the procedure described previously, but when you lower the Rear Glass Stored in Glass Storage Pocket ®...
Page 115: Tailgate
® Raising the Midgate Power Running Boards ® To return the Midgate to its normal position, raise Your vehicle may have power running boards. ® the Midgate up with a ﬁrm swinging motion until it The power running boards automatically extend latches into place securely.
Page 116: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 117: Power Windows
Power Windows Express-Down Windows The driver and front passenger windows have an The power window express-down feature that allows the windows to controls are located be lowered without holding the switch. Press down on each of the fully on the window switch, then release, to activate side doors.
Page 118: Sun Visors
Sun Visors Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some Sun Visors with Slide Rod cities. Although your vehicle has a number of Your vehicle may have this feature. Pull the sun theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we visor down to block glare.
Page 119 3. Close all doors. The security light should go Remember, the theft-deterrent system will not off after about 30 seconds. The alarm is not activate if you lock the doors with the vehicle’s key armed until the security light goes off. or use the manual door lock.
Page 120 ® Testing the Alarm PASS-Key III+ The alarm can be tested by following these steps: ® The PASS-Key III+ system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications 1. From inside the vehicle, lower the driver’s Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry window and open the driver’s door.
Page 121: Pass-Key Iii+ Operation
® PASS-Key III+ uses a radio frequency If the engine still does not start, and the key transponder in the key that matches a decoder appears to be undamaged, try another ignition in your vehicle. key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuse, see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on ®...
Page 122: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
To program the new additional key do the Starting and Operating Your following: Vehicle 1. Verify that the new key has a stamped on it. New Vehicle Break-In 2. Insert the original, already programmed, key in Notice: Your vehicle does not need an the ignition and start the engine.
Page 123: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions Make sure the key is all the way in. If it is, turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. B (ACCESSORY): This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off.
Page 124: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
Key In the Ignition The radio, power windows, if the vehicle has a ® sunroof and the OnStar System, will work when Never leave your vehicle with the keys inside, the ignition key is in RUN or ACCESSORY. as it is an easy target for joy riders or thieves. Once the key is turned from RUN to LOCK, these If you leave the key in the ignition and park your features will continue to work for up to 10 minutes...
Page 125 Your vehicle has a Computer-Controlled 2. If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds, Cranking System. This feature assists in especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or −18°C), it could be ﬂooded with too starting the engine and protects components. If the ignition key is turned to the START position, much gasoline.
Page 126: Adjustable Throttle And Brake Pedal
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal No adjustment to the pedals can be made when the vehicle is in REVERSE (R) or while using If your vehicle has this feature, you can change the cruise control. the position of the throttle and brake pedals. Your vehicle has a memory function which allows This feature is designed for shorter drivers, since pedal settings to be saved and recalled.
Page 127: Active Fuel Management
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside 1. Turn off the engine. temperature, the kind of oil you have, and 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical some other things.
Page 128: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation CAUTION: There are several different positions for the shift lever. It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to.
Page 129 NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine does not connect with the wheels. To restart when CAUTION: you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) when your two-wheel If you have four-wheel drive, your vehicle drive vehicle is being towed. will be free to roll —...
Page 130 DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. It SECOND (2): This position reduces vehicle speed provides the best fuel economy for your vehicle. even more than THIRD (3) without using your If you need more power for passing, and you are: brakes.
Page 131: Tow/Haul Mode
Notice: Spinning the tires or holding the Tow/Haul Mode vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission. The repair will not be covered by your warranty. If you are stuck, do not spin the tires.
Page 132: Four-Wheel Drive
Four-Wheel Drive Automatic Transfer Case If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send The transfer case your engine’s driving power to all four wheels knob is located to the for extra traction. Read the part that follows before left of the instrument using four-wheel drive.
Page 133 You can choose among ﬁve driving settings: but the vehicle’s power is primarily sent to the rear wheels. When the vehicle’s software Indicator lights in the switches show you which determines a need for more traction, the system setting you are in. The indicator lights will come on will transfer more power to the front wheels.
Page 134 Shifting Into Four-Wheel Drive High or AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Drive) CAUTION: Turn the knob to the Four-Wheel High or AUTO position. This can be done at any speed, Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL except when shifting from Four-Wheel Drive can cause your vehicle to roll even if the Low.
Page 135 Shifting Into Four-Wheel Drive Low Notice: Shifting the transmission into gear before the Four-Wheel Drive Low indicator light When Four-Wheel Low is engaged, vehicle has stopped ﬂashing could damage the speed should be kept below 45 mph. Extended transfer case. To help avoid damaging your high-speed operation in 4L may damage or vehicle, always wait for the Four-Wheel shorten the life of the drivetrain.
Page 136 Shifting Out of Four-Wheel Drive Low If the knob is turned to the Four-Wheel Drive High, AUTO, or Two-Wheel Drive High switch position To shift from Four-Wheel Drive Low to Four-Wheel when your vehicle is in gear and/or moving, Drive High, AUTO, or Two-Wheel Drive High, your the Four-Wheel Drive High, AUTO or Two-Wheel vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph Drive High indicator light will ﬂash for 30 seconds...
Page 137 6. Turn the transfer case dial clockwise to 3. Turn the transfer case dial to the desired NEUTRAL till it stops and hold it for transfer case shift position (Two-Wheel 10 seconds. Then slowly release the dial to Drive High, Four-Wheel Drive High, AUTO). the four low position.
Page 138: Parking Brake
Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. A chime will activate and the warning light will ﬂash when the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is moving at least 3 mph (5 km/h) for at least three seconds.
Page 139: Shifting Into Park (P)
If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released, the brake system warning light will go off. CAUTION: (Continued) Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can To be sure your vehicle will not move, overheat the brake system and cause even when you are on fairly level ground, premature wear or damage to brake system parts.
Page 140 Leaving Your Vehicle With the CAUTION: (Continued) Engine Running And, if you leave the vehicle with the CAUTION: engine running, it could overheat and even catch ﬁre. You or others could be injured. Do not leave your vehicle with It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle the engine running unless you have to.
Page 141: Shifting Out Of Park (P)
Torque Lock Shifting Out of Park (P) If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of lock control system which locks the shift lever the vehicle may put too much force on the parking in PARK (P) when the ignition is in the LOCK.
Page 142: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 143: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: • Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the • Repairs were not done correctly. gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you •...
Page 144: Running The Engine While Parked
Running the Engine While Parked CAUTION: It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly CAUTION: set.
Page 145: Mirrors
Mirrors CAUTION: Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Four-wheel drive vehicles with the transfer ® with OnStar , Compass and case in NEUTRAL will allow the vehicle to Temperature Display roll, even if your shift lever is in PARK (P). So, be sure the transfer case is in a drive Your vehicle may have this feature.
Page 146 Temperature and Compass Display Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation Press the on/off button, located on the far left of The automatic dimming mirror function is turned the mirror face, to turn the compass/temperature on automatically each time the ignition is started. display on or off.
Page 147 Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if the vehicle is outside of zone eight. Under certain circumstances, as during a long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance.
Page 148: Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror With Compass And Temperature Display
Compass Calibration Cleaning the Mirror The compass may need calibration if one of the When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or following occurs: similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror •...
Page 149 Temperature Display Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation The temperature can be displayed by pressing the Press and hold the TEMP button for approximately TEMP button. Pressing the TEMP button once eight seconds to turn the automatic dimming brieﬂy, will toggle the temperature reading on and feature on or off.
Page 150 Compass Calibration Compass Variance The compass may need calibration if one of the The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the following occurs: factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if the vehicle •...
Page 151 To adjust for compass variance: 3. Press the COMP button on the bottom of the mirror until the new zone number appears in 1. Find your current location and variance zone the display. After you stop pressing the number on the following zone map. button, the display will show a compass direction within a few seconds.
Page 152: Outside Power Mirrors
Outside Power Mirrors Manual Folding The mirrors can be manually folded inward to If your vehicle is prevent damage when going through an automatic equipped with outside car wash. To fold, push the mirror toward the power mirrors, the vehicle. To return the mirror to its original position, controls are located on push outward.
Page 153: Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors
Convex Mirror Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors The passenger’s side mirror may have convex If your vehicle is glass. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so equipped with outside more can be seen from the driver’s seat. power foldaway mirrors, the controls are located on the driver’s CAUTION: door armrest.
Page 154 If the mirrors are accidentally folded/unfolded Automatic Dimming manually, they may shake or ﬂutter at normal The driver’s outside mirror will adjust for the glare driving speeds and may not stay in the unfolded of the headlamps behind you. See Automatic position.
Page 155 Heated Mirrors Convex Mirror The button to turn the heated mirrors on or off is located on the climate control panel. Press CAUTION: this button to warm the driver’s and passenger’s outside rearview mirrors to help clear them of A convex mirror can make things (like ice, snow, and condensation.
Page 156: Onstar System
® ® OnStar System OnStar service is provided to you subject to the ® OnStar Terms and Conditions. You may cancel ® your OnStar service at any time by contacting ® ® OnStar as provided below. A complete OnStar ® Owners Guide and the OnStar Terms and ®...
Page 157 ® ® OnStar Services • OnStar Hands-Free Calling with 30 complimentary minutes ® For new vehicles with OnStar , the Safe & Sound ® • OnStar Virtual Advisor (U.S. Only) ® Plan, or the Directions & Connections Plan is Available Services included with Directions included for one year from the date of purchase.
Page 158 ® ® OnStar Virtual Advisor How OnStar Service Works ® ® ® OnStar Virtual Advisor is a feature of OnStar In order to provide you with OnStar services, ® Hands-Free Calling that uses your minutes to your vehicle’s OnStar system has the capability access location-based weather, local traffic reports, of recording and transmitting vehicle information.
Page 159: Universal Home Remote System
Not all services are available everywhere, Universal Home Remote particularly in remote or enclosed areas, or System at all times. ® OnStar service that involves location information Universal Home Remote System about your vehicle cannot work unless GPS satellite signals are unobstructed and available (With Three Round LED) in that place as well.
Page 160: Universal Home Remote System (With One Triangular Led)
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry This device complies with Part 15 of the Canada. Operation is subject to the following FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the two conditions: following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference. 1.
Page 161: (With Three Round Led)
Universal Home Remote System Do not use the this system with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse Operation (With Three Round LED) feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the transmitter.
Page 162 Programming Universal Home Remote — Fixed Code Fixed Code garage door openers are used for garage doors produced prior to 1996. Fixed code uses the same coded signal every time, which is manually programmed by setting DIP switches for a unique personal code. Follow these steps to program up to three channels: 1.
Page 163 Example of Switch Settings Example 2. Write down the eight to 12 coding switch 4. The indicator light will blink slowly. In order settings from left to right. When the switch from left to right, and within two and one-half is in the up position, write “on,”...
Page 164 6. Press and hold the button you would like to use Programming Universal Home to control the garage door until the garage door Remote — Rolling Code moves. The indicator light above the selected button should slowly blink. You may need to Rolling code garage door openers are used for garage doors produced after 1996 and are hold the button from ﬁve to 55 seconds.
Page 165 3. Press and hold the button you would like to use to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light, above the selected button, should slowly blink. You may need to hold the button from ﬁve to 20 seconds. 4.
Page 166: Universal Home Remote System Operation (With One Triangular Led)
Reprogramming Universal Home Universal Home Remote System Remote Buttons Operation (With One Triangular LED) You can reprogram any of the three buttons by repeating the instructions. Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons You should erase the programmed buttons when you sell the vehicle or terminate your lease. Your vehicle may have the Universal Home To erase either rolling code or ﬁxed code on the Remote System.
Page 167 Read the instructions completely before attempting Programming Universal Home Remote to program the Universal Home Remote. Follow these steps to program up to three Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful channels: to have another person available to assist you in the programming steps.
Page 168 4. The indicator light will ﬂash slowly at ﬁrst and 6. Locate in the garage, the garage door then rapidly after Universal Home Remote opener receiver (motor-head unit). Locate successfully receives the frequency signal the “Learn” or “Smart” button. This can usually from the hand-held transmitter.
Page 169 Gate Operator and Canadian Using Universal Home Remote Programming Press and hold the appropriate Universal Home Remote button for at least half of a second. Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter The indicator light will come on while the signal signals to time out or quit after several seconds is being transmitted.
Page 170: Storage Areas
Reprogramming a Single Universal Storage Areas Home Remote Button Glove Box To program a device to Universal Home Remote using a Universal Home Remote button Open the glove box by pulling up on the bottom previously trained, follow these steps: of the handle.
Page 171: Center Overhead Console
Center Overhead Console Luggage Carrier Your vehicle may have an overhead console The vehicle may have a luggage carrier that can with reading lights and a small storage area. be used to load things on top of the vehicle. Press the button next to the light to turn it The luggage carrier has siderails attached to the on and off.
Page 172 To prevent damage or loss of cargo while you are • If you need to carry long items, move the driving, check now and then to make sure the crossrails as far apart as they will go. Tie luggage and cargo are still securely fastened. the load to the crossrails and the siderails or siderail supports.
Page 173: Rear Storage Area
Rear Storage Area Notice: Exceeding the weight limit of 250 lbs (113 kg) can damage the cargo covers, and Your vehicle has a rear armrest/cupholder for the repairs would not be covered by your the rear seat passengers. warranty. Do not put anything on top of the cargo covers over the weight limit.
Page 174 To remove a cargo panel(s), do the following: 1. Lower the tailgate. See Tailgate on page 115 for more information on the tailgate. 2. Remove cargo panel 3 by pulling the left and right cargo panel latches, located on the bottom of each cargo panel, forward to unlock the cargo panel latches.
Page 175 3. Pull each cargo panel up and then out from 4. If cargo panel 1 needs to be removed. There the side rails and set it aside. Remove as are latches on both sides that need to be many cargo panels as needed. released.
Page 176 Cargo Panel Storage System 1. Secure the storage strap system in the The three cargo panels can be stored in the cargo cargo storage area using the storage strap system. To store area by attaching the panels, do the following: the six clips included on the cargo strap system to the...
Page 177 Use the following instructions for the proper storage sequence and location for each panel: 2. Starting with cargo panel 1, load the cargo panel with latches up and facing away from you. A. Secure clip A on the secondary strap. B.
Page 178 3. Store cargo panel 2 by loading the cargo 4. Store cargo panel 3 by loading the cargo panel with latches down and facing panel with latches up and facing away toward you. from you. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 179 6. Tighten all straps by pulling on the free end of each strap. 5. Place the primary straps over the three cargo covers (A). Fasten the four strap clips (B). I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 180 7. Close both cross locks at the center of the strap system to secure tightly. Panels 3, 2, 1 Loaded I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 181 Reinstalling the Cargo Cover Panels 2. Starting with cargo panel 1, place the latches in the unlocked position. Place cargo panel 1 To reinstall a cargo panel do the following. on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up. 1.
Page 182 4. Install cargo cover 2 next. Place the latches in the unlocked position. Place the cargo cover panel on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up. 3. Push both left latches away from you to lock the latches.
Page 183 6. Install cargo cover 3 next. Place the latches in the unlocked position. Place the cargo cover panel on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up. 5. Push the latches away from you, starting with the left latch, to lock the panel in Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar place.
Page 184 Folding and Storage of Straps To store the folding straps inside the top box storage compartment, do the following: 1. Extend the six strap ends on a ﬂat surface. 7. Push the latches away from you, starting with the left latch, to lock the panel in place. You should hear a click when each latch locks.
Page 185 2. Fold the four primary strap ends towards the 4. Take the secondary strap and wrap it around center as shown. the package. Finally, attach the hooks to the webbing and place inside the top box storage compartment. 3. Take the short strap and surround the folded webbing, forming a package.
Page 186: All-Weather Cargo Area
Cargo Tie Downs All-Weather Cargo Area Your vehicle has the ability to operate in many different conﬁgurations--cargo panels on or off, ® Midgate up or down, rear glass in or out. The vehicle has features to help it resist the elements and protect cargo inside the cargo area.
Page 187 Maintenance and Cleaning To ensure that the water management system ® performs properly, be sure that the Midgate tailgate and cover system are fully closed and that all parts are clean and not blocked with debris. Follow the instructions given next in this section for the proper procedures on cleaning each item.
Page 188 Top Drain Grates – Removal To remove each drain grate, do the following: and Cleaning 1. Remove the cargo panels or tonneau cover. See Cargo Cover Panels on page 173 or Tonneau Cover on page 192 for more information. The top drain grates are located near the rear glass on both sides of the vehicle.
Page 189 To replace the drain grate do the following: Side Rail Channels The side rail channels are located on top of both sides of the cargo area. Flush them out with clean water debris collects inside of them. When loading cargo into the cargo area, be careful not to damage the rails.
Page 190 ® Midgate Drain Grate Removal After hauling dirt, wood chips, pebbles etc. you will ® need to ﬂush the Midgate drain with water. But and Cleaning ﬁrst you will have to remove the drain grate by using the following steps: ®...
Page 191: Top-Box Storage
Cargo Area Floor Drains Top-Box Storage Your vehicle also has four cargo-area ﬂoor drains Your vehicle has top-box storage units on both located under the cargo mat near the sides of sides of the vehicle. The passenger side top box the cargo area.
Page 192: Tonneau Cover
Tonneau Cover Your vehicle may be equipped with a tonneau cover. The main components of the tonneau cover are the following: CAUTION: Improperly stored tonneau cover components could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver. You or others could be injured.
Page 193 Removing the Tonneau Cover 2. Pull the back of the cover out from the rear rail (D). 1. Starting at the rear corner of the driver’s side of the vehicle, pull the loop (F) toward you and then pull up so the plastic lip (E) releases from the channel in the rear rail (D) and the side rail (C).
Page 194 3. Roll the cover toward the front of the vehicle. 4. Stow the cover using the buckles and the The plastic lip (E) will release from the straps attached to the front rail. siderails (C) as you roll the cover forward. You can also store the tonneau cover outside of the vehicle or use the storage bag included.
Page 195 To use the storage bag, do the following: 2. With the tonneau cover rolled up, place it in the proper compartment in the bag and zip the bag shut. 1. Attach the bag to the cargo tie downs as shown. Unzip the top of the storage bag. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 196 Removing the Front/Rear Rails 2. Remove the two bows by and Bows gently pushing Before moving on to the next step, you will want them against the to attach the storage bag to the cargo tie downs, spring-loaded if it is not already attached, so you will have a end.
Page 197 4. Remove the front rail by ﬁrst twisting up the 5. Stow both bows and the front and rear rails edge nearest you, to clear the midgate seals, in the storage bag. When all components of and then pulling it out from the side rails. the tonneau cover are secured in the bag properly, zip the bag shut.
Page 198 Reverse the procedure to reinstall the tonneau • When placing the cover using the following suggestions: bows, locate the small notches in the • When reinstalling the front rail, start by side rails. These holding the back edge of the rail up and notches receive the then twisting the back edge down while tang on the bow ends...
Page 199: Sunroof
Sunroof Manual-Open/Manual-Close: To open the sunroof press and hold the rear of the driver’s side Your vehicle may be equipped with a power switch until the sunroof reaches the desired sliding sunroof. To open or close the sunroof, position. To close the sunroof, press and hold the the ignition needs to be turned to ON, or Retained front of the driver’s side switch until the sunroof Accessory Power (RAP) must be active.
Page 200 Express-Open/Express-Close: To express-open Vent: The sunroof has an express-vent open the sunroof, fully press and release the rear of feature. From the closed position, press the rear the driver’s side switch. The sunroof will open of the passenger’s side switch to vent the sunroof. automatically.
Page 201 Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ......204 Battery Run-Down Protection ..... 221 Hazard Warning Flashers ......206 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ..222 Other Warning Devices ......206 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ......226 Horn ............206 Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter ....226 Tilt Wheel ..........
Page 202 Section 3 Instrument Panel Malfunction Indicator Lamp ......250 Setting the Time (MP3 Radio Oil Pressure Gage ........253 with a Six-Disc CD Player) ..... 290 Oil Pressure Light ........254 Radio with CD (MP3) ........ 291 Security Light ..........255 Radio with CD and DVD (MP3) ....
Page 203 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 204: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 205 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on M. Tilt Wheel Lever. See Tilt Wheel on page 207. page 238. N. Horn. See Horn on page 206. B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn O.
Page 206: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off. Press the button The hazard warning ﬂashers warn others. again to turn the ﬂashers off. They also let police know you have a problem. When the hazard warning ﬂashers are on, your Your front and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash turn signals will not work.
Page 207: Tilt Wheel
Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle. The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: •...
Page 208: Turn And Lane-Change Signals
Turn and Lane-Change Signals As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows ﬂash more quickly than normal, a signal The turn signal has two upward (for right) and bulb may be burned out and other drivers will not two downward (for left) positions.
Page 209: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer If your headlamps are in the automatic position or on low beam, your high-beam headlamps will turn on. They will stay on as long as you hold (Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer): the lever toward you. The high-beam indicator To change the headlamps from low to high beam, on the instrument panel cluster will come on.
Page 210: Rainsense™ Ii Wipers
You control the windshield wipers by turning the Rainsense™ II Wipers band with the wiper symbol on it. If your vehicle has Rainsense™ II windshield wipers, the moisture sensor is located next to (Mist): For a single wiping cycle, turn the the inside rearview mirror and is mounted on the band to mist.
Page 211: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer The button is located in the switchbank under the climate controls. CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Push the heated washer ﬂuid button to activate Otherwise the washer ﬂuid can form ice the heated windshield washer ﬂuid system.
Page 212: Cruise Control
® Cruise Control If your vehicle has the StabiliTrak system and begins to limit wheel spin while you are using cruise control, the cruise control will automatically ® disengage. See StabiliTrak System on page 359. CAUTION: When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may turn the cruise control back on.
Page 213 SET − (Set/Coast): Press this button to set the 3. Press the SET− button located on the steering speed or make the vehicle decelerate. wheel and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator. (Cancel): Press this button to cancel cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory.
Page 214 Reducing Speed While Using Using Cruise Control on Hills Cruise Control How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load, and the To reduce your speed while using cruise control: steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, •...
Page 215: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps For vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada, the off position will only work for vehicles that are shifted into the parked (P) position. The exterior lamps control is located on AUTO (Automatic): Turn the control to this the instrument panel position to automatically turn on the headlamps to the left of the at normal brightness, together with the following:...
Page 216: Headlamps On Reminder
Headlamps on Reminder (Headlamps): Turn the control to this position to turn on the headlamps together If a door is open, a reminder chime will sound with the following lamps listed below. when your headlamps or parking lamps are When the headlamps are turned on while the manually turned on and your key is out of the vehicle is on, the headlamps will turn off ignition.
Page 217: Automatic Headlamp System
The DRL system will come on when the following Automatic Headlamp System conditions are met: When it is dark enough outside and the headlamp • The ignition is on. switch is in AUTO, your automatic headlamp • The exterior lamps control is in AUTO. system will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the •...
Page 218: Fog Lamps
There is a delay in the transition between Fog Lamps the daytime and nighttime operation of the If your vehicle has fog lamps you can use them Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) and the for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. automatic headlamp systems so that driving Your parking lamps and/or low-beam headlamps under bridges or bright overhead street lights...
Page 219: Exterior Cargo Lamps
The fog lamps will go off whenever your high-beam Instrument Panel Brightness headlamps come on. When the high beams go The knob for this feature is located next to the off, the fog lamps will come on again. exterior lamps control. The fog lamps will be cancelled after the ignition is turned off.
Page 220: Dome Lamps
Dome Lamps Entry/Exit Lighting The dome lamps will come on when you open a Your vehicle has an illuminated entry/exit feature. door. They will turn off when all doors are closed. When a door is opened or the key is removed You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning from the ignition, the dome lamps will come on if the knob, located next to the exterior lamp control,...
Page 221: Battery Run-Down Protection
When the battery’s state of charge is low, the EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of voltage is raised slightly to quickly put the charge the battery. It does this by balancing the back in. When the state of charge is high, the generator’s output and the vehicle’s electrical voltage is lowered slightly to prevent overcharging.
Page 222: Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (Urpa)
Ultrasonic Rear Parking CAUTION: Assist (URPA) If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear Parking The Ultrasonic Rear Park Assist (URPA) Assist (URPA) system it is designed to help system does not replace driver vision. you park while in REVERSE (R). It operates URPA does not: only at speeds less than 5 mph (8 km/h).
Page 223 URPA can be turned off CAUTION: (Continued) by pressing the rear park aid disable button located next to the radio. So if you do not use proper care before The indicator light will backing up, you could hit a vehicle, child, come on to indicate pedestrian, bicyclist, or pet, resulting in that URPA is off.
Page 224 How the System Works when Backing When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly If the shift lever is in REVERSE (R), URPA detects objects close to the rear bumper. The If the URPA system will not activate due to a ﬁrst time an object is detected a single beep will temporary condition, the message PARKING sound.
Page 225 • As always, drivers should use care when The ultrasonic sensors are not kept clean. backing up a vehicle. Always look behind you, So, be sure to keep your vehicle’s rear being sure to check for other vehicles, bumper free of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and obstructions and blind spots.
Page 226: Accessory Power Outlet(S)
Accessory Power Outlet(s) Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may have two accessory power If your vehicle has this feature it is located in the outlets located on the instrument panel. center console or on the instrument panel. Pull up on the ashtray door to open it if it is in the console or Your vehicle may also have an outlet on the back pull the door open it if it is on the instrument panel.
Page 227: Climate Controls
Climate Controls To change the current mode, select one of the following: (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument Dual Climate Control System panel outlets. With this system you can control the heating, (Bi-Level): This mode directs half of the air cooling, defrost, defog and ventilation of to the instrument panel outlets and to the your vehicle.
Page 228 The air conditioning compressor will be on unless This mode keeps outside air from entering the the outside temperature is close to freezing. vehicle. It can be used to reduce outside air and prevent odors from entering your vehicle. (Fan): Turn the left knob clockwise or Recirculation may also help cool the air inside your counterclockwise to increase or decrease vehicle more quickly once the temperature inside...
Page 229 (Air Conditioning): Press this button on (Defog): The defog mode is used to clear the left knob to turn the air conditioning system the windows of fog or moisture and warm on or off. When A/C is pressed, an indicator the passengers.
Page 230: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Rear Window Defogger Dual Automatic Climate Control System The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. With this system, you can control the heating, < cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. Your (Rear Window Defogger): Press this button vehicle also has a ﬂow-through ventilation system on the right knob to turn on the rear window described later in this section.
Page 231 Driver’s Side Temperature Control Passenger’s Side Temperature Control The driver’s side temperature buttons are used to The passenger’s temperature buttons can be adjust the temperature of the air coming through used to change the temperature of the air coming the system on the driver’s side. The temperature through the system on the passenger’s side of the can be adjusted even if the system is turned off.
Page 232 Automatic Operation 2. Set the driver’s and passenger’s temperature. To ﬁnd your comfort setting, start with a AUTO (Automatic): When automatic operation 74°F (23°C) temperature setting and allow is active the system will control the inside about 20 minutes for the system to regulate. temperature, the air delivery, and the fan speed.
Page 233 To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather, the Manual Operation system will delay turning on the fan until warm You may manually adjust the air delivery mode air is available. The length of delay depends on or fan speed. the engine coolant temperature.
Page 234 The air delivery mode setting will be displayed (Recirculation): Press this button to turn and the AUTO light will turn off. The fan will the recirculation mode on. When the button remain under automatic control. is pressed, an indicator light will come on. This mode keeps outside air from entering the (Vent): This setting will deliver air to the vehicle.
Page 235: Air Conditioning
If the air conditioning is on and the outside (Outside Air): Press this button to turn temperature drops below a temperature which on the outside air mode. When this mode is is too cool for air conditioning to be effective, selected, air from outside the vehicle will circulate the air conditioning light will turn off to let throughout your vehicle.
Page 236 Sensors There is also an interior temperature sensor located next to the steering wheel that measures The solar sensor, located in the defrost grille, the temperature of the air inside your vehicle. middle of the instrument panel, monitors the solar radiation. Do not cover the solar sensor There is also an exterior temperature sensor or the system will not work properly.
Page 237 In order to prevent false temperature readings Use the mode up and down arrows to select the at startup, the displayed temperature will not defog or defrost modes. change until the following occurs: (Defog): The defog mode is used to clear •...
Page 238: Outlet Adjustment
Rear Window Defogger Outlet Adjustment The rear window defogger uses a warming grid Your vehicle has air outlets located in the center to remove fog from the rear window. and on the side of your instrument panel that allow you to adjust the direction and amount of <...
Page 239: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages, Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. and Indicators Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there is a problem with your This part describes the warning lights and gages vehicle.
Page 240: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, about how much fuel you have and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 241: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Tachometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in Your tachometer displays the engine speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per revolutions per minute (rpm). hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles Safety Belt Reminder Light (used in the United States) or kilometers When the key is turned to RUN or START, a...
Page 242: Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
Passenger Safety Belt Airbag Readiness Light Reminder Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The Several seconds after the key is turned to RUN or system checks the airbag’s electrical system for START, a chime will sound for several seconds malfunctions.
Page 243: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator CAUTION: Your vehicle has the passenger sensing system. Your overhead console has a passenger airbag status indicator. If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the airbag system may not be working properly. The airbags in your vehicle may not inﬂate in a crash, or they could even inﬂate without a crash.
Page 244 If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate passenger airbag status indicator, it means a rear-facing child restraint. A label on your sun that the right front passenger’s frontal airbag is visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat enabled (may inﬂate).
Page 245: Charging System Light
If, after several seconds, all status indicator lights Charging System Light remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger The charging system sensing system. See your dealer for service. light will come on brieﬂy when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is...
Page 246: Voltmeter Gage
Voltmeter Gage Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at When your engine an idle for an extended period. This condition is not running, but the is normal since the charging system is not able ignition is in RUN, to provide full power at engine idle.
Page 247 Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part is not working, the CAUTION: other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. Your brake system may not be working If the warning light comes on and a chime properly if the brake system warning light sounds there could be a brake problem.
Page 248: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Anti-Lock Brake System If the regular brake system warning light is also on you do not have ABS and there is a Warning Light problem with your regular brakes. In addition to both lights, you will also hear a chime sound With the Anti-Lock Brake on the ﬁrst occurrence of a problem and each System (ABS), this light...
Page 249: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
If the warning light does not come on then, have Engine Coolant Temperature Gage it ﬁxed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. If it stays on, or comes on when you are driving, there may be a problem with your ®...
Page 250: Tire Pressure Light
Tire Pressure Light This light will ﬂash for 60 seconds and then turn on solid if a problem is detected with the Tire Pressure Monitor system. This light will come on brieﬂy when you turn See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 501 the ignition to RUN.
Page 251 This may prevent more serious damage to your This light should come on, as a check to show vehicle. This system is also designed to assist your you it is working, when the ignition is on and service technician in correctly diagnosing any the engine is not running.
Page 252 If the light continues to ﬂash, when it is safe to Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water? do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to If so, your electrical system may be wet. The park your vehicle.
Page 253: Oil Pressure Gage
Emissions Inspection and Oil Pressure Gage Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the...
Page 254: Oil Pressure Light
A reading in the low pressure zone may be Oil Pressure Light caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure. Check This light will come on your oil as soon as possible. brieﬂy when you start your engine.
Page 255: Security Light
Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance Fog Lamp Light may damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always follow The fog lamp light will the maintenance schedule in this manual for come on when the changing engine oil.
Page 256: Highbeam On Light
Highbeam On Light Fuel Gage This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 209. United States Canada Tow/Haul Mode Light The fuel gage, when the ignition is on, tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank. This light is displayed when The gage will ﬁrst indicate empty before you...
Page 257: Driver Information Center (Dic)
When the fuel tank is low, the FUEL LEVEL LOW Driver Information Center (DIC) message will appear in the Driver Information Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC). Center (DIC). See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 267 for more information. The DIC displays information about your vehicle.
Page 258: Dic Operation And Displays (With Dic Buttons)
DIC Operation and Displays DIC Buttons The buttons are (With DIC Buttons) the trip/fuel, If your vehicle has DIC buttons, the information vehicle information, below explains the operation of this system. customization, and set/reset buttons. The DIC has different displays which can be The button functions accessed by pressing the DIC buttons located are detailed in the...
Page 259 Trip Odometer (Customization): Press this button to customize the feature settings on your vehicle. Press the trip/fuel button until TRIP displays. See DIC Vehicle Customization (With DIC Buttons) This display shows the current distance traveled on page 278 for more information. in either miles (mi) or kilometers (km) since the last reset for the trip odometer.
Page 260 For example, if the vehicle was driven 5 miles may read one number, but if the vehicle is driven (8 km) before it is started again, and then on a freeway, the number may change even the retro-active reset feature is activated, though the same amount of fuel is in the fuel tank.
Page 261 Timer Instantaneous Economy and Active Fuel Management™ Indicator Press the trip/fuel button until TIMER displays. This display can be used as a timer. If your vehicle has this display, press the trip/fuel button until INST ECONOMY V8 MODE To start the timer, press the set/reset button displays.
Page 262 Vehicle Information Menu Items Remember, you must reset the OIL LIFE display yourself after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Also, be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE display (Vehicle Information): Press this button accidentally at any time other than when the oil has to scroll through the following menu items: just been changed.
Page 263 If a low or high tire pressure condition is detected Relearn Remote Key by the system while driving, a message advising This display allows you to match Remote Keyless you to check the pressure in a speciﬁc tire Entry (RKE) transmitters to your vehicle. To match will appear in the display.
Page 264: (Without Dic Buttons)
DIC Operation and Displays Trip Odometer Reset Stem Menu Items (Without DIC Buttons) Odometer If your vehicle does not have DIC buttons, the information below explains the operation Press the trip odometer reset stem until of this system. ODOMETER displays. This display shows the The DIC has different displays which can be distance the vehicle has been driven in either accessed by pressing the trip odometer reset...
Page 265 The trip odometer has a feature called the Oil Life retro-active reset. This can be used to set the To access this display, the vehicle must be in trip odometer to the number of miles (kilometers) PARK (P). Press the trip odometer reset stem until driven since the ignition was last turned on.
Page 266 Remember, you must reset the OIL LIFE display Relearn Remote Key yourself after each oil change. It will not reset To access this display, the vehicle must be in itself. Also, be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE PARK (P). This display allows you to match display accidentally at any time other than Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters to your when the oil has just been changed.
Page 267: Dic Warnings And Messages
Language DIC Warnings and Messages This display allows you to select the language Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the in which the DIC messages will appear. driver that the status of the vehicle has changed To select a language, do the following: and that some action may be needed by the driver 1.
Page 268 CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON same time, press the set/reset button or the trip odometer reset stem. If a tire pressure message This message displays when the engine oil needs appears on the DIC, stop as soon as you can. to be changed. When you change the engine Have the tire pressures checked and set to those oil, be sure to reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL shown on the Tire Loading Information label.
Page 269 ENGINE HOT A/C (Air Conditioning) This message clears itself after 10 seconds, until the next ignition cycle. See Engine Oil TURNED OFF on page 446 for additional information. This message displays when the engine coolant ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature.
Page 270 ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE If this message is on, but there is no reduction in performance, proceed to your destination. Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the The performance may be reduced the next time engine is overheating, severe engine damage the vehicle is driven.
Page 271 LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN PARK ASSIST OFF This message displays and a chime sounds if If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear Parking the driver’s side rear door is not fully closed and Assist (URPA) system, after the vehicle has been the vehicle is in a drive gear.
Page 272 REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE This message displays while you are matching This message displays if a problem occurs with a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to your the four-wheel-drive system. If this message vehicle. See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your appears, stop as soon as possible and turn off Vehicle”...
Page 273 SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SERVICE BRAKES SOON SYSTEM This message displays if there is a problem with the brake system. If this message appears, stop On some vehicles, this message displays if there as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle. is a problem with the battery charging system.
Page 274 SERVICE STABILITRAK SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM ® If your vehicle has StabiliTrak and this message This message displays when there is a problem displays, it means there may be a problem with the theft-deterrent system. The vehicle ® with the StabiliTrak system.
Page 275 SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL There are several conditions that can cause this message to appear. ® If your vehicle has StabiliTrak , this message • One condition is overheating, which could displays when there is a problem with the Traction ® occur if StabiliTrak activates continuously Control System (TCS).
Page 276 TIGHTEN GAS CAP TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE This message may display along with the check If your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) engine light on the instrument panel cluster if system, this message displays when the system the vehicle’s fuel cap is not tightened properly. is re-learning the tire positions on your vehicle.
Page 277 TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE TURN SIGNAL ON This message displays and a chime sounds if a Notice: If you drive your vehicle while turn signal is left on for 3/4 of a mile (1.2 km). the transmission ﬂuid is overheating and the Move the turn signal/multifunction lever to the transmission temperature warning is displayed off position.
Page 278: Dic Vehicle Customization (With Dic Buttons)
DIC Vehicle Customization Entering the Feature Settings Menu (With DIC Buttons) 1. Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in PARK (P). Your vehicle may have customization capabilities To avoid excessive drain on the battery, that allow you to program certain features to it is recommended that the headlamps are one preferred setting.
Page 279 DISPLAY LANGUAGE AUTO DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select the language in This feature allows you to select when the vehicle’s which the DIC messages will appear. doors will automatically lock. See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 103 for more Press the customization button until the information.
Page 280 AUTO DOOR UNLOCK ALL AT KEY OUT: All of the doors, including the tailgate, will unlock when the key is taken out This feature allows you to select whether or not of the ignition. to turn off the automatic door unlocking feature. It also allows you to select which doors and ALL IN PARK (default): All of the doors, including when the doors will automatically unlock.
Page 281 Press the customization button until REMOTE REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK DOOR LOCK appears on the DIC display. Press This feature allows you to select the type of the set/reset button once to access the settings feedback you will receive when unlocking the for this feature.
Page 282 DELAY DOOR LOCK NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. This feature allows you to select whether or not the locking of the vehicle’s doors and tailgate Choose one of the available settings and press will be delayed.
Page 283 NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. feature. The current setting will remain. Choose one of the available settings and press Choose one of the available settings and press the set/reset button while it is displayed on the the set/reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it.
Page 284 PARK TILT MIRRORS Choose one of the available settings and press the set/reset button while it is displayed on the If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to DIC to select it. select whether or not the outside mirror(s) will automatically tilt down when the vehicle is shifted EASY EXIT SEAT into REVERSE (R).
Page 285 NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this Choose one of the available settings and press feature. The current setting will remain. the set/reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it. Choose one of the available settings and press the set/reset button while it is displayed on the REMOTE START DIC to select it.
Page 286: Audio System(S)
FACTORY SETTINGS If you do not exit, pressing the customization button again will return you to the beginning of This feature allows you to set all of the the feature settings menu. customization features back to their factory default settings. Exiting the Feature Settings Menu Press the customization button until FACTORY The feature settings menu will be exited when...
Page 287 While your vehicle is parked, set up your audio • Set up your audio system by presetting your system by presetting your favorite radio stations, favorite radio stations, setting the tone, and setting the tone and adjusting the speakers. Then, adjusting the speakers.
Page 288: Setting The Time (Mp3 Radio With A Single Cd Player)
Setting the Time (MP3 Radio Changing the Time and Date Default Settings with a Single CD Player) You can change the time default setting from If your vehicle has a radio with a single CD, 12 hours to 24 hours or change the date default the radio has a clock button for setting the setting from month/day/year to day/month/year.
Page 289: With A Cd And Dvd Player)
Setting the Time (MP3 Radio Changing the Time and Date Default Settings with a CD and DVD Player) You can change the time default setting from If your vehicle has a radio with a single CD and 12 hours to 24 hours or change the date default DVD player, the radio has a clock button for setting from month/day/year to day/month/year.
Page 290: Setting The Time (Mp3 Radio With A Six-Disc Cd Player)
Setting the Time (MP3 Radio Changing the Time and Date Default Settings with a Six-Disc CD Player) You can change the time default setting from If your vehicle has a radio with a six-disc CD 12 hours to 24 hours or change the date default player, the radio has a MENU button instead of setting from month/day/year to day/month/year.
Page 291: Radio With Cd (Mp3)
Radio with CD (MP3) This system relies upon receiving speciﬁc information from these stations and only works when the information is available. While the radio is tuned to an FM-RDS station, the station name or call letters display. In rare cases, a radio station could broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly.
Page 292 Playing the Radio The display times out after approximately 10 seconds. Each higher setting allows for more radio volume compensation at faster (Power/Volume): Press this knob to turn the vehicle speeds. system on and off. Finding a Station Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume.
Page 293 FAV (Favorites): A maximum of 36 stations (Information) (XM™ Satellite Radio Service, can be programmed as favorites using the MP3, and RDS Features): Press the information six pushbuttons positioned below the radio station button to display additional text information frequency labels and by using the radio favorites related to the current FM-RDS or XM™...
Page 294 The number of favorites pages can be setup Setting the Tone using the MENU button. To setup the number (Bass/Midrange/Treble) of favorites pages, perform the following steps: BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, or Treble): 1. Press the MENU button to display the To adjust bass, midrange, or treble, press the radio setup menu.
Page 295 EQ (Equalization): Press this button to choose To quickly adjust all speaker and tone controls bass and treble equalization settings designed for to the middle position, press the tune knob different types of music. The choices are pop, for more than two seconds until a beep sounds. rock, country, talk, jazz, and classical.
Page 296 Undesired XM™ categories can be removed Radio Messages through the setup menu. To remove an undesired Calibration Error: The audio system has been category, perform the following: calibrated for your vehicle from the factory 1. Press the MENU button to display the radio .If Calibration Error displays, it means that the setup menu.
Page 297 Playing a CD(s) (Six-Disc CD Player) When a CD is inserted, the CD symbol appears on the CD. As each new track starts to play, the track number displays. When more than one LOAD : Press this button to load CDs into the CD is in the radio, the desired CD to be played can CD player.
Page 298 Notice: If a label is added to a CD, or more For the Six-Disc CD player, press and hold the than one CD is inserted into the slot at a eject button for two seconds to eject all discs. time, or an attempt is made to play scratched (Tune): Turn this knob to select tracks on the or damaged CDs, the CD player could be CD that is currently playing.
Page 299 RDM (Random): With the random setting, BAND: Press this button to listen to the radio the tracks can be listened to in random, rather when a CD is playing. The CD remains inside than sequential order, on one CD or all CDs the radio for future listening.
Page 300 CD Messages Using the Auxiliary Input Jack The radio system has an auxiliary input jack CHECK DISC: If this message displays and/or located on the lower right side of the faceplate. the CD comes out, it could be for one of the This is not an audio output;...
Page 301: Radio With Cd And Dvd (Mp3)
Radio with CD and DVD (MP3) (Power/Volume): Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume of the portable player. Additional volume adjustments might be needed from the portable device if the volume does not go loud or soft enough.
Page 302 The DVD player is the top slot on the radio XM™ Satellite Radio Service faceplate. The player is capable of reading the XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in DTS programmed DVD Audio or DVD Video the 48 contiguous United States and Canada. media, (DTS and DTS 2.0 are trademarks XM™...
Page 303 Speed Compensated Volume (SCV): The Finding a Station radio has Speed Compensated Volume (SCV). BAND: Press this button to switch between AM, While SCV is on, the radio volume automatically FM, or XM™ (if equipped). The display shows adjusts to compensate for road and wind noise the selection.
Page 304 FAV (Favorites): A maximum of 36 stations (Information) (XM™ Satellite Radio Service, can be programmed as favorites using the MP3, and RDS Features): Press the information six pushbuttons positioned below the radio station button to display additional text information frequency labels and by using the radio favorites related to the current FM-RDS or XM™...
Page 305 The number of favorites pages can be setup Continue pressing to highlight the desired label, using the MENU button. To setup the number or press the pushbutton positioned under the of favorites pages, perform the following steps: desired label. Turn the tune knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the highlighted 1.
Page 306 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Finding a Category (CAT) Station BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade): To adjust balance CAT (Category): The CAT button is used to ﬁnd or fade, press the tune knob until the speaker XM™ stations when the radio is in the XM™ control labels display.
Page 307 Undesired XM™ categories can be removed Radio Messages through the setup menu. To remove an undesired Calibration Error: The audio system has been category, perform the following: calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. 1. Press the MENU button to display the radio If Calibration Error displays, it means that the setup menu.
Page 308 Playing a CD (In Either the DVD The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm) single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs or CD Slot) and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. manner.
Page 309 Notice: If a label is added to a CD, or more DVD (Eject): Press and release the DVD than one CD is inserted into the slot at a time, eject button to eject the CD that is currently playing or an attempt is made to play scratched or in the top slot.
Page 310 DVD/CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to REV (Reverse): Press and hold this button cycle through DVD, CD, or Auxiliary when listening to reverse playback quickly within a track. Sound to the radio. The DVD/CD text label and a is heard at a reduced volume. Release this message showing the track or chapter number pushbutton to resume playing the track.
Page 311 Audio Output In some vehicles, depending on audio options, the rear speakers can be muted when the Only one audio source can be heard through RSA power is turned on. See Rear Seat the speakers at one time. An audio source Audio (RSA) on page 345 for more information.
Page 312 Player Error: There are disc LOAD or disc Using the DVD Player EJECT problems. The DVD player is controlled by the buttons • It is very hot. When the temperature returns on the remote control, or by the RSA system, to normal, the CD should play.
Page 313 Playing a DVD (Power): Press this knob to turn the radio on or off. Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to DVD/CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to increase or decrease the volume. Press and hold cycle through DVD, CD, or Auxiliary when listening the knob for more than two seconds to turn off the to the radio.
Page 314 © SEEK (Previous Track/Chapter): Press this (Eject): Press this button to eject a CD or button to return to the start of the current track DVD. If a CD or DVD is ejected, but not removed, or chapter. Press this button again to go to the player automatically pulls it back in after the previous track or chapter.
Page 315 (Play/Pause): Press either the play or (Enter): Press this button to select the pause icon displays on the radio system, to toggle choices that are highlighted in any menu. between pausing or restarting playback of a (Menu): Press this button to access the DVD.
Page 316 DVD-A (Audio) Display Buttons Nav (Navigate): Press this button to display directional arrows for navigating through the menus. Once a DVD-A is inserted, radio display menu shows several tag options for DVD playing. Press (Audio Stream): Press this button to cycle the pushbuttons located under any desired tag through audio stream formats located on the option during DVD playback.
Page 317: Dvd Radio Error Messages
Stopping and Resuming Playback The radio does not resume play of the disc automatically. If the RSA system is sourced to the To stop playing a DVD without turning off the DVD, the movie when reloaded into the DVD player system, press the stop button on the remote begins to play again.
Page 318 Using the Auxiliary Input Jack(s) (Power/Volume): Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the The radio system has an auxiliary input jack volume of the portable player. Additional volume located on the lower right side of the faceplate. adjustments might be needed from the portable This is not an audio output;...
Page 319: Using An Mp3 (Radio With Cd Or Six-Disc Cd Player)
See “Using the Auxiliary Input Jack(s)” later in MP3 Format this section, or “Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks” under, If you burn your own MP3 disc on a personal Rear Seat Entertainment System on page 334 computer: for more information. • Make sure the MP3 ﬁles are recorded on a Using an MP3 (Radio with CD or CD-R or CD-RW disc.
Page 320 • Root Directory Minimize the length of the ﬁle, folder, or playlist names. Long ﬁle, folder, or playlist The root directory of the CD-R is treated as a names, or a combination of a large number of folder. If the root directory has compressed audio ﬁles and folders, or playlists may cause the ﬁles, the directory is displayed as the CD label.
Page 321 No Folder When play enters a new folder, the display does not automatically show the new folder name unless When the CD-R contains only compressed ﬁles, you have chosen the folder mode as the default the ﬁles are located under the root folder. The display.
Page 322 Playing an MP3 If the surface of the CD is damaged, such as cracked, broken, or scratched, the CD will not play Insert a CD-R partway into the slot (Single CD properly. If the surface of the CD is soiled, see Player), or press the load button and wait for Care of Your CDs and DVDs on page 349 for the message to insert disc (Six-Disc CD Player),...
Page 323 EJECT: Press the CD eject button to eject REV (Reverse): Press and hold this button CD-R(s). To eject the CD-R that is currently to reverse playback quickly within an MP3 playing, press and release this button. A beep ﬁle. Sound is heard at a reduced volume. sounds and Ejecting Disc displays.
Page 324 To change from playback by artist to playback by (Music Navigator): Use the music navigator album, press the pushbutton located below the feature to play MP3 ﬁles on the CD-R in order Sort By label. From the sort screen, push one of by artist or album.
Page 325: Using An Mp3 (Radio With Cd And Dvd Player)
Using an MP3 (Radio with CD and • Create a folder structure that makes it easy to ﬁnd songs while driving. Organize songs by DVD Player) albums using one folder for each album. Each folder or album should contain 18 songs or less. MP3/WMA CD-R or CD-RW Disc •...
Page 326 Root Directory When the CD-R contains only playlists and compressed audio ﬁles, but no folders, all ﬁles The root directory of the CD-R is treated as a are located under the root folder. The folder down folder. If the root directory has compressed audio and the folder up buttons search playlists (Px) ﬁles, the directory is displayed as F1 ROOT.
Page 327 File System and Naming Playing an MP3 (In Either the DVD or CD Slot) The song name that is displayed is the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag. If the song Insert a CD-R partway into either the top or name is not present in the ID3 tag, then the bottom slot, label side up.
Page 328 As each new track starts to play, the track number Notice: If a label is added to a CD, or more and song title displays. than one CD is inserted into the slot at a time, or an attempt is made to play scratched The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm) or damaged CDs, the CD player could be single CD-Rs with an adapter ring.
Page 329 © ¨ If loading and reading of a CD cannot be SEEK : Press the left SEEK arrow to go to completed, such as unknown format, etc., and the start of the current MP3 ﬁle, if more than the disc fails to eject, press and hold the DVD ﬁve seconds have played.
Page 330 To cancel music navigator while the player is FWD (Fast Forward): Press and hold this scanning, press the pushbutton located below button to advance playback quickly within an the music navigator label or eject the disc. MP3 ﬁle. Sound is heard at a reduced volume. Release this button to resume playing the ﬁle.
Page 331 Once all songs from that album are played, the If a disc is in both the DVD slot and the CD slot player moves to the next album in alphabetical the DVD/CD AUX button cycles between the order on the CD-R and begins playing MP3 ﬁles two sources and not indicate “No Aux Input from that album.
Page 332: Xm Radio Messages
XM Radio Messages Radio Display Message Condition Action Required XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a Channels) after the channel name, customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). indicates content with explicit language.
Page 333 Radio Display Message Condition Action Required No Title Info Song/Program Title No song title information is available at this time on this not available channel. The system is working properly. No CAT Info Category Name No category information is available at this time on this not available channel.
Page 334: Navigation/Radio System
Navigation/Radio System Before You Drive The RSE is designed for rear seat passengers Your vehicle could have a navigation radio system. only. The driver cannot safely view the video The navigation system has built-in features screen while driving and should not try to do so. intended to minimize driver distraction.
Page 335 To enable Parental Control, press and hold the Headphones radio power button for more than two seconds. If on, the radio, video screen, and RSA turns off. If a DVD and/or CD is playing, it stops. While Parental Control is on, either a padlock icon or a text message comes on, depending on the radio.
Page 336 If your vehicle has a third row video screen For optimal audio performance, the headphones display, it has two additional headphones. must be worn correctly. The symbol L (Left) appears on the upper left side, above the ear pad Push the power button to turn on the headphones. and should be positioned on the left ear.
Page 337 Battery Replacement Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks To change the batteries on the headphones, do the following: 1. Turn the screw with a coin or screw driver to loosen the battery door located on the left side of the headphones. Slide the battery door open.
Page 338 To use the auxiliary inputs of the RSE system, Audio Output connect an external auxiliary device to the Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs may color-coded A/V jacks and turn both the auxiliary be heard through the following possible sources: device and the video screen power on.
Page 339 Video Screen Remote Control The video screen is located in the RSE overhead To use the remote control, aim it at the transmitter console. window at the rear of the RSE overhead console and press the desired button. Direct sunlight To use the video screen, do the following: or very bright light could affect the ability of the 1.
Page 340 Remote Control Buttons (Title): Press this button to return the DVD to the main menu of the DVD. This function could vary for each disc. (Main Menu): Press this button to access the DVD menu. The DVD menu is different on every DVD.
Page 341 (Stop): Press this button to stop playing, (Next Track/Chapter): Press this button rewinding, or fast forwarding a DVD. Press this to go to the beginning of the next chapter or track. button twice to return to the beginning of This button might not work when the DVD is the DVD.
Page 342 Battery Replacement (Subtitles): Press this button to turn ON/OFF subtitles and to move through subtitle options To change the remote control batteries, do the when a DVD is playing. The format and content following: of this function varies for each disc. 1.
Page 343 Problem Recommended Action Problem Recommended Action In auxiliary mode, the Check the auxiliary The auxiliary source is Check that the RSE video picture moves or scrolls. input connections at running but there is no screen is in the auxiliary both devices. picture or sound.
Page 344 DVD Display Error Messages DVD Distortion The DVD display error message depends on Video distortion may occur when operating cellular which radio you have. The video screen may phones, scanners, CB radios, Global Position display one of the following: Systems (GPS)*, two-way radios, mobile fax, or walkie talkies.
Page 345: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources: radio, CDs, DVDs, or other auxiliary sources. However, the rear seat passengers can only control the music sources the front seat passengers are not listening to, except on some radios where dual control is allowed.
Page 346 SRCE (Source): Press this button to switch When a DVD video menu is being displayed, between the radio FM, AM, or XM™ (if equipped), press the seek up arrow or seek down arrow CD, and if your vehicle has these features, to perform a cursor up or down on the menu.
Page 347: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Theft-Deterrent Feature When a CD/DVD is playing, press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or previous track or ® THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft chapter. of your vehicle’s radio. The feature works (Mute/Voice Recognition): Press and release automatically by learning a portion of the this button to silence the vehicle speakers only.
Page 348: Radio Reception
− For better radio reception, most AM radio stations (Volume): Press the plus or minus will boost the power levels during the day, and button to increase or to decrease the radio volume. then reduce these levels during the night. Static can ¨...
Page 349: Care Of Your Cds And Dvds
Care of Your CDs and DVDs Fixed Mast Antenna Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original The ﬁxed mast antenna can withstand most car cases or other protective cases and away from washes without being damaged. If the mast should direct sunlight and dust.
Page 350 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 351 Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..352 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ....392 Highway Hypnosis ........393 Defensive Driving ........352 Hill and Mountain Roads ......394 Drunken Driving ........353 Winter Driving ...........
Page 352: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, CAUTION: and Your Vehicle Defensive driving really means “Be ready Defensive Driving for anything.” On city streets, rural roads, The best advice anyone can give about or expressways, it means “Always expect driving is: Drive defensively. the unexpected.”...
Page 353: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adult population — choose never to drink alcohol, Death and injury associated with drinking and so they never drive after drinking. For persons driving is a national tragedy. It is the number under 21, it is against the law in every U.S.
Page 354 According to the American Medical Association, a It is the amount of alcohol that counts. For 180 lb (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce example, if the same person drank three double (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) a BAC of about 0.06 percent.
Page 355 But the ability to drive is affected well below a There is something else about drinking and driving BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that that many people do not know. Medical research the driving skills of many people are impaired shows that alcohol in a person’s system can make at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the...
Page 356: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go See Brake System Warning Light on page 246. where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the Braking action involves perception time and steering, and the accelerator. All three systems reaction time.
Page 357: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy Your vehicle has the Anti-Lock Brake System braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. (ABS), an advanced electronic braking system that This is a mistake.
Page 358 ABS can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely.
Page 359: Braking In Emergencies
Remember: ABS does not change the time you Locking Rear Axle need to get your foot up to the brake pedal If your vehicle has this feature, it can give you or always decrease stopping distance. If you get additional traction on snow, mud, ice, sand too close to the vehicle in front of you, you will or gravel.
Page 360 ® If the system fails to turn on or activate, the The StabiliTrak light ® StabiliTrak light along with one of the following will ﬂash on the messages will be displayed on the Driver instrument panel cluster Information Center (DIC): TRACTION CONTROL when the system is OFF, SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL, both on and activated.
Page 361 ® Traction control and StabiliTrak can be turned It is recommended to leave the system on for ® on by pressing and releasing the StabiliTrak normal driving conditions, but it may be necessary button if not automatically shut off for any other to turn the system off if your vehicle is stuck in reason.
Page 362 Traction Control Operation The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Reduce engine power and do The traction control system is part of the not spin the wheel(s) excessively while these ® StabiliTrak system. Traction control limits wheel lights and this message are displayed. spin by reducing engine power to the wheels The traction control system may activate on dry (engine speed management) and by applying...
Page 363: Steering
Steering The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of the tires and the road surface, Power Steering the angle at which the curve is banked, and your speed. While you are in a curve, speed is the If you lose power steering assist because the one factor you can control.
Page 364 Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway. Adding non-GM accessories can affect your vehicle’s performance.
Page 365: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery You can turn the steering wheel up to one-quarter turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped edge. Then turn your steering wheel to go off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while straight down the roadway.
Page 366 So here are some tips for passing: • When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up, start to accelerate but stay in the right • Drive ahead. Look down the road, to the lane and do not get too close. Time your move sides, and to crossroads for situations so you will be increasing speed as the time that might affect your passing patterns.
Page 367: Loss Of Control
• Loss of Control Check your vehicle’s mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane Let us review what driving experts say about what change signal before moving out of the happens when the three control systems — brakes, right lane to pass.
Page 368: Off-Road Driving
® Remember: StabiliTrak helps avoid only the While driving on a surface with reduced traction, ® acceleration skid. See StabiliTrak System try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, ® on page 359. If the StabiliTrak System is off, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by then an acceleration skid is also best handled shifting to a lower gear.
Page 369 Off-road driving can be great fun. But it does have The following steps must be performed on the some deﬁnite hazards. The greatest of these is bolts and snap features to remove the air dam: the terrain itself. 1. Remove the two outboard air dam bolts. “Off-roading”...
Page 370 Before You Go Off-Roading Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving There are some things to do before you go out. For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done. Check to CAUTION: make sure all underbody shields, if the vehicle has them, are properly attached.
Page 371 Environmental Concerns CAUTION: (Continued) Off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation. However, it also raises • Heavy loads on the roof raise the environmental concerns. We recognize these vehicle’s center of gravity, making it concerns and urge every off-roader to follow these more likely to roll over.
Page 372: Traveling To Remote Areas
Traveling to Remote Areas Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off-road driving. One of the best ways to control It makes sense to plan your trip, especially your vehicle is to control your speed. Here are when going to a remote area. Know the terrain and some things to keep in mind.
Page 373 Scanning the Terrain • Does the travel take you uphill or downhill? There is more discussion of these Off-road driving can take you over many different subjects later. kinds of terrain. You need to be familiar with • Will you have to stop suddenly or change the terrain and its many different features.
Page 374 In a way, off-road driving requires a different kind Driving on Off-Road Hills of alertness from driving on paved roads and Off-road driving often takes you up, down, or highways. There are no road signs, posted across a hill. Driving safely on hills requires good speed limits, or signal lights.
Page 375 Approaching a Hill • Is there a straight path up or down the hill so you will not have to make turning maneuvers? When you approach a hill, you need to decide if • Are there obstructions on the hill that can block it is one of those hills that is just too steep to climb, your path, such as boulders, trees, logs, descend, or cross.
Page 376 Driving Uphill • Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill. Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, • Attach a ﬂag to the vehicle to make you more you need to take some special steps. visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills.
Page 377 wheels are straight and maneuver as you back What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or down. It is best that you back down the hill with is about to stall, and I cannot make it up the wheels straight rather than in the left or right the hill? direction.
Page 378 Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down the hill and decide I just cannot do it. CAUTION: What should I do? Set the parking brake, put the transmission in Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL PARK (P) and turn off the engine. Leave the can cause your vehicle to roll even if the vehicle and go get some help.
Page 379 Driving Downhill CAUTION: When off-roading takes you downhill, you will want to consider a number of things: • Heavy braking when going down a hill can How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to cause your brakes to overheat and fade. maintain vehicle control? This could cause loss of control and a •...
Page 380: Driving Across An Incline
Driving Across an Incline Am I likely to stall when going downhill? Sooner or later, an off-road trail will probably It is much more likely to happen going go across the incline of a hill. If this happens, uphill. But if it happens going downhill, you have to decide whether to try to drive across here is what to do.
Page 381 • Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of What if I am driving across an incline that the incline even worse. If you drive across a is not too steep, but I hit some loose rock with the uphill wheels, or if the downhill gravel and start to slide downhill.
Page 382 Stalling on an Incline CAUTION: If your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline, be sure you, and any passengers, get out on the uphill side, even if the door there Getting out on the downhill (low) side of is harder to open.
Page 383 Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. On these surfaces, it is very easy to lose When you drive in mud, snow, or sand, the wheels control. On wet ice, for example, the traction is will not get good traction.
Page 384 Driving in Water CAUTION: Heavy rain can mean ﬂash ﬂooding, and ﬂood waters demand extreme caution. Driving through rushing water can be Find out how deep the water is before you drive dangerous. Deep water can sweep your through it. If it is deep enough to cover the wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust pipe, do not vehicle downstream and you and your try —...
Page 385: Driving At Night
After Off-Road Driving Driving at Night Remove any brush or debris that has collected Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. on the underbody, chassis, or under the hood. One reason is that some drivers are likely to These accumulations can be a ﬁre hazard. be impaired —...
Page 386 No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. Keep the windshield and all the glass on your But as we get older these differences increase. vehicle clean — inside and out. Glare at night is A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as made much worse by dirt on the glass.
Page 387: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads The surface may get wet suddenly when your reﬂexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement. If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, see Four-Wheel Drive on page 132 for transfer case mode selection. The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see.
Page 388 Hydroplaning CAUTION: Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet Wet brakes can cause accidents. They enough and you are going fast enough. When your may not work as well in a quick stop and vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact may cause pulling to one side.
Page 389 Driving Through Deep Standing Water CAUTION: (Continued) Notice: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can As little as six inches of ﬂowing water come in through the engine’s air intake can carry away a smaller vehicle. If this and badly damage the engine.
Page 390: City Driving
City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip.
Page 391: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic ﬂow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
Page 392: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Before Leaving on a Long Trip Then use your turn signal. Make sure you are ready. Try to be well rested. Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly If you must start when you are not fresh — such over your shoulder to make sure there is not as after a day’s work —...
Page 393: Highway Hypnosis
Here are some things you can check before a trip: Highway Hypnosis • Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir Is there actually such a condition as highway full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? hypnosis? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the •...
Page 394: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. See Off-Road Driving on page 368 for information about driving off-road.
Page 395 • Know how to go uphill. You may want to shift down to a lower gear. The lower gears help CAUTION: cool your engine and transmission, and you can climb the hill better. Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with •...
Page 396: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, a red cloth, and a couple of reﬂective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet, or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction.
Page 397 Whatever the condition — smooth ice, packed, blowing, or loose snow — drive with caution. ® StabiliTrak will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road. But you can ® turn StabiliTrak off if you ever need to. See ®...
Page 398 The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) improves your If You Are Caught in a Blizzard vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could on a slippery road. Even though you have ABS, be in a serious situation.
Page 399 CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You cannot see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle.
Page 400: If Your Vehicle Is Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice, Or Snow
Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start CAUTION: (Continued) the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as And, the transmission or other parts of little as possible.
Page 401: Recovery Hooks
® See StabiliTrak System on page 359. Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear.
Page 402: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options.
Page 403 The Tire and Loading Information label also shows 4. The resulting ﬁgure equals the available the size of the original equipment tires (C) and amount of cargo and luggage load the recommended cold tire inﬂation pressures (D). capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount For more information on tires and inﬂation see equals 1400 lbs and there will be Tires on page 492 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure...
Page 404 Example 1 Example 2 Item Description Total Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) for Example 1 = for Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 300 lbs (136 kg) Weight 150 lbs 750 lbs (136 kg) (68 kg) ×...
Page 405 Certiﬁcation/Tire Label Example 3 Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity Weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) for Example 3 = Subtract Occupant A vehicle speciﬁc Certiﬁcation/Tire label is attached Weight 200 lbs 1,000 lbs (453 kg) to the rear edge of the driver’s door. The label (91 kg) ×...
Page 406 The Certiﬁcation/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, CAUTION: called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To ﬁnd out the actual loads on your front and Do not load your vehicle any heavier than rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle.
Page 407: Truck-Camper Loading Information
If you put things inside your vehicle — like There is also important loading information for suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else — they off-road driving in this manual. See “Loading Your will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to Vehicle for Off-Road Driving”...
Page 408: Towing
Towing With the proper preparation and equipment, many vehicles can be towed in these ways. See “Dinghy Towing” and “Dolly Towing,” following. Towing Your Vehicle Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing: Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle •...
Page 409 Dinghy Towing Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Notice: If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, the drivetrain components could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground.
Page 410 Dolly Towing CAUTION: Front Towing (Front Wheels Off the Ground) Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles can cause your vehicle to roll even if the Notice: If you tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle transmission is in PARK (P). You or with the rear wheels on the ground, the someone else could be seriously injured.
Page 411 Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles 6. Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL (N). See Four-Wheel Drive on page 132 for Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle: the proper procedure to select the neutral 1. Drive the vehicle up onto the tow dolly. position for your vehicle.
Page 412 Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles from the rear: Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle 1. Drive the vehicle onto the dolly. from the rear: 2.
Page 413: Level Control
Level Control CAUTION: The self-adjusting rear suspension may come as part of the premium smooth ride suspension package. Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the This type of level control will provide a leveled transmission is in PARK (P).
Page 414: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer Notice: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See New not covered by your warranty. To pull a trailer Vehicle Break-In on page 122 for more information. correctly, follow the advice in this part, and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle.
Page 415 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer Three important considerations have to do with weight: If you do, here are some important points: • the weight of the trailer, • There are many different laws, including speed • the weight of the trailer tongue limit restrictions, having to do with trailering.
Page 416 Tow/haul is designed to be most effective when Operating the vehicle in tow/haul when lightly the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least loaded or with no trailer at all will not cause 75 percent of the vehicle’s Gross Combination damage.
Page 417 Use the following chart to determine how much your vehicle can weigh, based upon your vehicle model and options. Notice: Using a ﬁfth-wheel or goose-neck hitch device on your vehicle could damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not use a ﬁfth-wheel or goose-neck hitch device on your vehicle.
Page 418 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 419 After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer The trailer rating should be: and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper. If they aren’t, you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer.
Page 420 But let’s say your speciﬁc vehicle is equipped with The effect of tongue weight is about 1.5 times the some of the latest options and you have a front actual weight. Dividing the 900 lbs (408 kg) by seat passenger and two rear seat passengers with 1.5 leaves you with being able to handle only some luggage and gear in the vehicle as well.
Page 421 Hitches If you’ll be pulling a trailer that, when loaded, will weigh more than 5,000 lbs (2 270 kg) be It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. sure to use a properly mounted weight-distributing Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads hitch and sway control of the proper size.
Page 422 Trailer Brakes Before you start, check all trailer hitch parts and attachments, safety chains, electrical connector, If your trailer weighs more than 2,000 lbs (900 kg) lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer loaded, then it needs its own brakes — and has electric brakes, start your vehicle and they must be adequate.
Page 423 Backing Up Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with The arrows on your instrument panel will one hand. Then, to move the trailer to the left, ﬂash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. just move that hand to the left.
Page 424 Driving On Grades To avoid this, let the engine run while parked (preferably on level ground) with the automatic Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before transmission in PARK (P) for a few minutes before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you turning the engine off.
Page 425 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb CAUTION: (Continued) the load. 4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your If you have left the engine running, the parking brake and shift into PARK (P). vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 426 When You Are Ready to Leave After Maintenance When Trailer Towing Parking on a Hill Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal Schedule for more on this. Things that are down while you: especially important in trailer operation are •...
Page 427 Trailer Wiring Harness The seven-wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Package • Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal • Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal • Brown: Taillamps • White: Ground • Light Green: Back-up Lamps • Red: Battery Feed **# •...
Page 428: Trailer Recommendations
Electric Brake Control Wiring Trailer Recommendations Provisions You must subtract your hitch loads from the Cargo Weight Rating (CWR). CWR is the These wiring provisions are included with your maximum weight of the load your vehicle can vehicle as part of the heavy-duty trailer wiring carry.
Page 429 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............432 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ......451 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ....433 Automatic Transmission Fluid ....454 California Proposition 65 Warning ....433 Engine Coolant .......... 457 Doing Your Own Service Work ....434 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap ....
Page 430 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Bulb Replacement ........488 Wheel Replacement ........512 Halogen Bulbs ........... 488 Tire Chains ..........514 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, If a Tire Goes Flat ........515 Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ....488 Changing a Flat Tire ......... 516 License Plate Lamp ........
Page 431 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Washing Your Vehicle ....... 541 Electrical System ........547 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ....541 Add-On Electrical Equipment ..... 547 Finish Care ..........541 Windshield Wiper Fuses ......547 Windshield and Wiper Blades ....542 Power Windows and Other Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ..
Page 432: Service
Service We hope you will want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service needs. You will get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people.
Page 433: Accessories And Modiﬁcations
Accessories and Modiﬁcations California Proposition 65 Warning When you add non-GM accessories to your vehicle Most motor vehicles, including this one, they can affect your vehicle’s performance and contain and/or emit chemicals known to the safety, including such things as, airbags, braking, State of California to cause cancer and birth stability, ride and handling, emissions systems, defects or other reproductive harm.
Page 434: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you should use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper CAUTION: service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 600.
Page 435: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Adding Equipment to the Outside The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number of Your Vehicle that identiﬁes your engine. You will ﬁnd the VIN at the top left of the instrument panel. See Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) on page 546.
Page 436: Gasoline Octane
Gasoline Octane California Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted If your vehicle is certiﬁed to meet California octane rating of 87 or higher. If the octane Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate rating is less than 87, you may notice an audible on fuels that meet California speciﬁcations.
Page 437: Additives
Additives However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels containing more than 10% ethanol must not To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the be used in vehicles that were not designed for United States are now required to contain additives those fuels.
Page 438: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) Many service stations will not have an 85% ethanol fuel (E85) pump available. The U. S. Department The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identiﬁcation of Energy has an alternative fuels website Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number (www.eere.energy.gov/afdc/infrastructure/ that identiﬁes your engine.
Page 439: Fuels In Foreign Countries
For good starting and heater efficiency below Fuels in Foreign Countries 32°F (0°C), the fuel mix in the fuel tank should If you plan on driving in another country outside contain no more than 70% ethanol. It is best not the United States or Canada, the proper fuel to alternate repeatedly between gasoline and E85.
Page 440: Filling The Tank
Filling the Tank CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling.
Page 441 The TIGHTEN GAS CAP message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC) CAUTION: if the fuel cap is not properly installed. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 267 for If you spill fuel and then something more information. ignites it, you could be badly burned.
Page 442: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: • Do not smoke while pumping gasoline. • Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while Do not use a cellular phone while pumping gasoline. it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor.
Page 443: Hood Release
CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a ﬁre. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake ﬂuid, windshield washer and other ﬂuids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned. Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine.
Page 444: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 5.3L engine (6.0L similar), here is what you will see: I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 445 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine H. Remote Negative (−) Terminal (Out of View). Air Cleaner/Filter on page 451. See Jump Starting on page 476. B. Air Filter Restriction Indicator (If Equipped). I. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of View). See See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 451.
Page 446: Engine Oil
Engine Oil The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 444 If the CHECK OIL LEVEL message in the Driver for the location of the engine oil dipstick. Information Center (DIC) comes on, check the 1.
Page 447 When to Add Engine Oil See Engine Compartment Overview on page 444 for the location of the engine oil ﬁll cap. If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, you need to add at least one quart/liter of oil.
Page 448 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container.
Page 449: Engine Oil Life System
If you are in an area of extreme cold, where the When the system has calculated that oil life has temperature falls below −20°F (−29°C), it is been diminished, it will indicate that an oil change recommended that you use either an SAE 5W-30 is necessary.
Page 450: How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes back on when you start your vehicle, the System Engine Oil Life System has not reset. Repeat The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to the procedure.
Page 451: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter On vehicles without an air ﬁlter restriction indicator, inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at the ﬁrst oil change See Engine after each 50,000 mile (83 000 km) interval. Compartment Overview See Scheduled Maintenance on page 563 for on page 444 for the more information.
Page 452 Vehicles Without an Air Filter Restriction Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter and Indicator Resetting the Air Filter Restriction Indicator To inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter, remove the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter from the vehicle by following Steps 1 through 6. When you have the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter removed, lightly shake it to release loose dust and dirt.
Page 453 CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop ﬂames if the engine backﬁres. If it is not there and the engine backﬁres, you could be burned.
Page 454: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid Notice: Too much or too little ﬂuid can damage your transmission. Too much can When to Check and Change Automatic mean that some of the ﬂuid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system Transmission Fluid parts, starting a ﬁre.
Page 455 Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about Checking the Fluid Level 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are Prepare your vehicle as follows: above 50°F (10°C). If it is colder than 50°F (10°C), 1. Park your vehicle on a level place. drive the vehicle in THIRD (3) until the engine Keep the engine running.
Page 456 Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: The transmission dipstick handle with this graphic is located at the rear of the engine compartment, on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 444 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the for more information on location.
Page 457: Engine Coolant
Consistency of Readings Notice: Use of the incorrect automatic transmission ﬂuid may damage your vehicle, Always check the ﬂuid level at least twice using and the damages may not be covered by the procedure described previously. Consistency your warranty. Always use the automatic (repeatable readings) is important to maintaining transmission ﬂuid listed in Recommended proper ﬂuid level.
Page 458 The following explains your cooling system and What to Use how to add coolant when it is low. If you have Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water a problem with engine overheating, see Engine ® and one-half DEX-COOL coolant which will Overheating on page 460.
Page 459 Notice: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be CAUTION: badly damaged. The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty. Too much water Turning the surge tank pressure cap when in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core, and other parts.
Page 460: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Adding Coolant Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap If you need more coolant, add the proper Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly ® DEX-COOL coolant mixture at the surge tank, installed, coolant loss and possible engine but only when the engine is cool. See Cooling damage may occur.
Page 461 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 463 for Steam from an overheated engine can information on driving to a safe place burn you badly, even if you just open in an emergency.
Page 462 If No Steam Is Coming From If you get the ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE or the ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE Your Engine ENGINE message with no sign of steam, try this The ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE for a minute or so: or the ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE 1.
Page 463: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
If there is still no sign of steam and your vehicle Overheated Engine Protection is equipped with an engine-driven cooling fan, Operating Mode push down the accelerator until the engine speed is about twice as fast as normal idle speed for If an overheated engine condition exists and the at least ﬁve minutes while you are parked.
Page 464: Cooling System
Cooling System CAUTION: When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
Page 465 CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant.
Page 466 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank CAUTION: If you have not found a problem yet, check to Steam and scalding liquids from a hot see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above cooling system can blow out and burn the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture you badly.
Page 467 CAUTION: CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling You can be burned if you spill coolant system can be dangerous. Plain water, or on hot engine parts. Coolant contains some other liquid such as alcohol, can ethylene glycol and it will burn if the boil before the proper coolant mixture will.
Page 468 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly, and remove it. 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper Watch out for the engine cooling fan.
Page 469: Engine Fan Noise
5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the Power Steering Fluid pressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated. See Engine 6. Verify coolant level after engine is shut off Compartment Overview and the coolant is cold. If necessary, repeat on page 444 for coolant ﬁll procedure steps 1 through 6.
Page 470: Windshield Washer Fluid
How to Check Power Steering Fluid What to Use To check the power steering ﬂuid, do the following: To determine what kind of ﬂuid to use, see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 574. 1. Turn the key off and let the engine Always use the proper ﬂuid.
Page 471 Adding Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, Your vehicle has a low washer ﬂuid message follow the manufacturer’s instructions that comes on when the washer ﬂuid is low. for adding water. The message is displayed for 15 seconds at the •...
Page 472: Brakes
Brakes So, it is not a good idea to top off your brake ﬂuid. Adding brake ﬂuid will not correct a leak. If you Brake Fluid add ﬂuid when your linings are worn, then you will have too much ﬂuid when you get new brake linings.
Page 473 Checking Brake Fluid CAUTION: You can check the brake ﬂuid without taking off the cap. With the wrong kind of ﬂuid in the brake Look at the brake ﬂuid reservoir. The ﬂuid system, the brakes may not work well, or level should be they may not even work at all.
Page 474 Brake Wear Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are ﬁrst applied Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help brake pads are worn and new pads are needed.
Page 475: Battery
Replacing Brake System Parts Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its chemicals known to the State of California many parts have to be of top quality and work well to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Page 476: Jump Starting
Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that would If your vehicle’s battery (or batteries) has run not be covered by your warranty. down, you may want to use another vehicle Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or and some jumper cables to start your vehicle.
Page 477 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles are Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged not touching each other. If they are, it could into the cigarette lighter or the accessory cause a ground connection you do not power outlets.
Page 478 CAUTION: An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause The remote negative (−) terminal is a stud located battery gas to explode.
Page 479 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have CAUTION: (Continued) loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too. But if a battery has ﬁller caps, be sure the Before you connect the cables, here are some right amount of ﬂuid is there.
Page 480 6. Connect the red 9. Connect the other end of the negative (−) positive (+) cable cable to the remote negative (−) terminal, to the positive (+) on the vehicle with the dead battery. terminal of the 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery vehicle with the and run the engine for a while.
Page 481 To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that had the bad battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3.
Page 482: Rear Axle
Rear Axle How to Check Lubricant When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A ﬂuid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. All axle assemblies are ﬁlled by volume of ﬂuid during production.
Page 483: Four-Wheel Drive
What to Use How to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 574. Four-Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles. There are two additional systems that need lubrication.
Page 484: Front Axle
When to Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to change the lubricant. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 563. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 574.
Page 485: Headlamp Aiming
What to Use The vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine • The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps what kind of lubricant to use. See Recommended are 25 ft. (7.6 m) from a light colored wall. Fluids and Lubricants on page 574.
Page 486 To adjust the vertical aim, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 443 for more information. 4. At the wall or other ﬂat surface, measure from the ground upward (A) to the recorded distance from Step 3 and mark it. 5.
Page 487 6. Turn on the low-beam headlamps and place a 8. Turn the vertical aiming screw until the piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape headlamp not being adjusted. This allows line.
Page 488: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 490. A. Stoplamp/ Turn Signal/ For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this Taillamp section, contact your dealer. B.
Page 489 2. Remove the 4. Press the release tab, if the bulb socket has two screws from one, and turn the bulb socket the taillamp counterclockwise to remove it from the assembly. taillamp assembly. 5. Pull the old bulb straight out from the bulb socket.
Page 490: License Plate Lamp
License Plate Lamp 3. Pull the old bulb from the bulb socket, keeping the bulb straight as you pull it out. To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 4. Install the new bulb. 1. Reach under the rear bumper for the bulb 5.
Page 491: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 563. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. To replace the wiper blade assembly, do the following: 1.
Page 492: Tires
Tires CAUTION: (Continued) Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever Tire pressure should be checked when have questions about your tire warranty and where your vehicle’s tires are cold. See to obtain service, see your GM Warranty booklet for Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 500.
Page 493: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Tire Sidewall Labeling (B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation): Original equipment tires designed Useful information about a tire is molded into the to GM’s speciﬁc tire performance criteria have sidewall. The following illustrations are examples a TPC speciﬁcation code molded onto the sidewall. of a typical P-Metric and a LT-Metric tire sidewall.
Page 494 (E) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. For more information, see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 511.
Page 495 (B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria (E) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN): The letters Speciﬁcation): Original equipment tires designed and numbers following DOT code are the Tire to GM’s speciﬁc tire performance criteria have Identiﬁcation Number (TIN). The TIN shows a TPC speciﬁcation code molded onto the sidewall. the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and GM’s TPC speciﬁcations meet or exceed all date the tire was manufactured.
Page 496 Tire Size (A) Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The The following examples show the different parts of letters LT as the ﬁrst two characters in the tire a tire size. size means a light truck tire engineered to standards set by the U.S.
Page 497: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
(F) Service Description: The service description Bead: The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped indicates the load range and speed rating of a by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim. tire. The load index can range from 1 to 279. Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the plies Speed ratings range from A to Z.
Page 498 GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. See Maximum Load Rating: The load rating for a tire Loading Your Vehicle on page 402. at the maximum permissible inﬂation pressure for that tire. GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 402. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the...
Page 499 Recommended Inﬂation Pressure: Vehicle UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Grading manufacturer’s recommended tire inﬂation Standards): A tire information system that pressure as shown on the tire placard. See provides consumers with ratings for a tire’s Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 500 and Loading traction, temperature, and treadwear.
Page 500: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar), below Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to the driver’s door lock post (striker). This label lists operate effectively. your vehicle’s original equipment tires and their recommended cold tire inﬂation pressures.
Page 501: Tire Pressure Monitor System
How to Check Tire Pressure Monitor System Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses tire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure properly inﬂated simply by looking at them. levels.
Page 502 When a low tire pressure condition is detected, Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should the TPMS will illuminate the low tire pressure be checked monthly when cold and inﬂated to warning symbol located on the instrument panel the inﬂation pressure recommended by the cluster.
Page 503 Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the illuminates, you should stop and check your tires system may not be able to detect or signal low as soon as possible, and inﬂate them to the tire pressure as intended.
Page 504 Your vehicle’s TPMS can alert you about a low The TPMS sensors may also be matched to each tire pressure condition but it does not replace tire/wheel position by increasing or decreasing normal tire maintenance. See Tire Inspection and the tire’s air pressure. If increasing the tire’s Rotation on page 506 and Tires on page 492.
Page 505 4. If your vehicle has the DIC buttons, press the 8. Proceed to the passenger’s side rear tire, set/reset button. The horn will sound twice to and repeat the procedure in Step 6. indicate the TPMS receiver is ready, and 9.
Page 506: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Federal Communications Tire Inspection and Rotation Commission (FCC) and Industry Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles and Science Canada (8 000 to 13 000 km). The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your operates on a radio frequency and complies with tires as soon as possible and check wheel Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 507 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 556. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time.
Page 508: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires Buying New Tires One way to tell when it GM has developed and matched speciﬁc tires is time for new tires is for your vehicle. The original equipment tires to check the treadwear installed on your vehicle, when it was new, indicators, which will were designed to meet General Motors Tire...
Page 509 CAUTION: CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle, control while driving. If you mix tires of the wheel rim ﬂanges could develop different sizes, brands, or types (radial cracks after many miles of driving. A tire and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not and/or wheel could fail suddenly, causing handle properly, and you could have a...
Page 510: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Your vehicle’s original equipment tires are listed on the Tire and Loading Information Label. CAUTION: This label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar). See Loading Your Vehicle on page 402, If you add different sized wheels, your for more information about the Tire and Loading Information Label and its location on your vehicle.
Page 511: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating Quality grades can be found where applicable on based on the wear rate of the tire when tested the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and under controlled conditions on a speciﬁed maximum section width.
Page 512: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and C, representing the tire’s resistance to and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate the longest tire life and best overall performance.
Page 513 Each new wheel should have the same Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and problems with bearing life, brake cooling, be mounted the same way as the one it speedometer or odometer calibration, replaces. headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or tire chain clearance If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel...
Page 514: Tire Chains
Tire Chains CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: To help avoid damage to your vehicle, drive slowly, readjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle, If your vehicle has P265/65R18 or and do not spin your vehicle’s wheels. P275/55R20 size tires, do not use tire chains.
Page 515: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat CAUTION: It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle’s tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to much more likely to leak out slowly.
Page 516: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire CAUTION: If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning ﬂashers. Changing a tire can be dangerous. The See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 206 vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over for more information.
Page 517 CAUTION: (Continued) 4. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised. 5. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle. 6. Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed.
Page 518: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jack and the wheel blocks are located under a cover near the passenger side rear seat. To remove the jack and wheel blocks, do the following: A. Wheel Blocks E. Jack Rear Seat (Passenger Side) Jack Cover B.
Page 519 3. Remove the wheel blocks (A) attached to the jack (E) by turning the wing nut (C) counterclockwise. Place the wheel blocks where needed as indicated in previously in this section. The tools for changing a ﬂat tire are located in the passenger’s side top-box storage unit.
Page 520 To access the spare tire, refer to the following 1. Open the hoist shaft access cover on the graphics and instructions: bumper to access the spare tire lock (J). 2. Insert the ignition key, turn it clockwise and then pull it to remove the spare tire lock. 3.
Page 521 4. Insert the open 5. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to end of the lower the spare tire to the ground. Continue extension (F) to turn the wheel wrench until the spare through the tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle. hole in the If the spare tire does not lower to the rear bumper (G)
Page 522: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
7. Tilt the tire retainer Removing the Flat Tire and at the end of the Installing the Spare Tire cable when the tire has been lowered, Use the following pictures and instructions to so it can be remove the ﬂat tire and raise the vehicle. pulled up through the wheel opening.
Page 523 1. If your vehicle has 2. Use the wheel wheel nut caps, wrench to loosen all loosen them the wheel nuts. Turn by turning the the wheel wrench wheel wrench counterclockwise to counterclockwise. loosen the wheel nuts. Do not remove the wheel nuts yet.
Page 524 CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to ﬁt the jack lift head into the proper location before raising Jacking Locations (Overall View) the vehicle.
Page 525 Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extension. Attach the jack handle to the jack (A). Position the jack on the frame behind the ﬂat tire near the front body mount as shown. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle.
Page 526 Attach the wheel wrench (D) to the jack handle extensions (C). Attach the jack handle (B) to the jack (A). Use the jacking pad provided on the rear axle. Turn the wheel wrench (D) clockwise to raise the vehicle. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to clear the ground.
Page 527 6. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel CAUTION: bolts, mounting surfaces, and spare Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to wheel. which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 528 9. Tighten each wheel nut by hand. Then use Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can the wheel wrench to tighten the wheel nuts lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. until the wheel is held against the hub. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence 10.
Page 529: Secondary Latch System
When you reinstall the full-size wheel and tire, you Secondary Latch System must also reinstall the wheel cover with attached Your vehicle has an underbody-mounted tire hoist plastic nuts, the plastic nut caps, or the smooth assembly which has a secondary latch system. center cap.
Page 530 To release the spare tire from the secondary latch, 4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. If do the following: the spare tire lowers to the ground, continue with Step 5 of Removing the Spare Tire 1. Check under the and Tools on page 518.
Page 531 9. Position the center lift point of the jack under 8. Attach the jack handle, extension, and wheel the center of the spare tire. wrench to the jack and place it (with the wheel blocks) under the vehicle toward the 10.
Page 532 15. Tilt the tire retainer at the end of the CAUTION: cable and pull it through the wheel Someone standing too close during the opening. Pull the procedure could be injured by the jack. If tire out from under the vehicle. the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely, make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull...
Page 533: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.
Page 534 2. Tilt the tire 4. Insert the open end retainer (D) of the extension (F) downward and through the hole through the wheel in the rear opening. Make bumper (G) (hoist sure the retainer is shaft access hole). fully seated across the underside of the wheel.
Page 535 To store the tools, follow these steps: 1. Return the tools to the tool bag and place it back in the top-box storage unit. 2. Assemble the wheel blocks and jack together with the wing nut by reversing Step 2 under Removing the Spare Tire and Tools on page 518.
Page 536: Spare Tire
Spare Tire Your vehicle may have a different size spare tire than the road tires originally installed on your Your vehicle, when new, had a fully-inﬂated spare vehicle. This spare tire was developed for use on tire. A spare tire may lose air over time, so check its your vehicle, so it is all right to drive on it.
Page 537: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Use glass cleaner only on glass. Remove any accidental over-spray from other surfaces immediately. To prevent over-spray, apply cleaner Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle directly to the cleaning cloth. Your vehicle’s interior will continue to look its Notice: If you use abrasive cleaners when best if it is cleaned often.
Page 538: Fabric/Carpet
Do not clean your vehicle using the following Fabric/Carpet cleaners or techniques: Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush • Never use a knife or any other sharp object to attachment frequently to remove dust and loose remove a soil from any interior surface. dirt.
Page 539: Leather
3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and Leather gently rub toward the center. Continue A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to cleaning, using a clean area of the cloth each remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is time it becomes soiled.
Page 540: Instrument Panel, Vinyl, And Other Plastic Surfaces
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Care of Safety Belts Other Plastic Surfaces Keep belts clean and dry. A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is CAUTION: necessary, a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove Do not bleach or dye safety belts.
Page 541: Washing Your Vehicle
Washing Your Vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses The paint ﬁnish on the vehicle provides beauty, Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and depth of color, gloss retention, and durability. a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under Washing The best way to preserve the vehicle’s ﬁnish is to Your Vehicle on page 541.
Page 542: Windshield And Wiper Blades
Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and Windshield and Wiper Blades other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree If the windshield is not clear after using the sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’s ﬁnish if when running, wax, sap, or other material may they remain on painted surfaces.
Page 543: Tires
Notice: If you use strong soaps, chemicals, Notice: If you drive your vehicle through an abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or automatic car wash that has silicone carbide cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or tire cleaning brushes, you could damage chrome-plated wheels, you could damage the the aluminum or chrome-plated wheels.
Page 544: Sheet Metal Damage
Sheet Metal Damage Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet control can collect on the underbody. If these are metal repair or replacement, make sure the body not removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, ﬂoor pan, parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion...
Page 545: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Usage Removes swirl marks, ﬁne Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish scratches, and other light surface contamination. Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior Wax-Treated polishing cloth. Removes light scratches Cleaner Wax and protects ﬁnish. Tar and Road Removes tar, road oil, Oil Remover and asphalt.
Page 546: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Engine Identiﬁcation The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code helps you identify your vehicle’s Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) engine, speciﬁcations, and replacement parts. Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label This label is on the inside of the glove box. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts.
Page 547: Electrical System
Electrical System Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an Add-On Electrical Equipment internal circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will Notice: Do not add anything electrical to your stop until the motor cools.
Page 548: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block access door The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected is located on the driver’s side edge of the from short circuits by a combination of fuses, instrument panel.
Page 549 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage AUX PWR2 Rear Cargo Area Power Outlets AUX PWR Accessory Power Outlets SWC BKLT Steering Wheel Controls Backlight IS LPS Interior Lamps Driver Door Module UNLCK1 Power Door Lock 1 (Unlock Feature) Dome Lamps, Driver’s Side Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist, CTSY OBS DET...
Page 550: Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block Harness Usage Connector The center instrument panel fuse block is located BODY 2 Body Harness Connector 2 underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the steering column. BODY 1 Body Harness Connector 1 Top View BODY 3 Body Harness Connector 3 HEADLINER 3 Headliner Harness Connector 3...
Page 551: Underhood Fuse Block
Underhood Fuse Block Circuit Usage Breaker Passenger’s Side Power Window Circuit Breaker Passenger’s Seat Circuit Breaker Driver’s Seat Circuit Breaker Not Used The underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment, on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Lift the cover for access to the fuse/relay block. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 552 To remove fuses, hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index ﬁnger and pull straight out. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 553 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Not Used Vehicle Back-up Lamps Electronic Stability Suspension Passenger’s Side Low-Beam Control, Automatic Level Control Headlamp Exhaust Air Conditioning Compressor Left Trailer Stop/Turn Lamp Oxygen Sensors Engine Controls Transmission Controls (Ignition) Engine Control Module, Fuel Pump Throttle Control Not Used Right Trailer Stop/Turn Lamp...
Page 554 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Daytime Running Lamps Liftgate Release ® Driver’s Side High-Beam OnStar , Rear Seat Headlamp Entertainment Display Not Used Instrument Panel Cluster Sunroof Not Used Key Ignition System, Not Used Theft Deterrent System Auxiliary Climate Control (Ignition), Windshield Wiper Compass-Temperature Mirror SEO B2 Upﬁtter Usage (Battery)
Page 555 J-Case Fuses Usage Relays Usage Cooling Fan 1 FAN HI Cooling Fan High Speed Automatic Level Control Compressor FAN LO Cooling Fan Low Speed Heavy Duty Anti-lock Brake System ENG EXH VLV Not Used Cooling Fan 2 FAN CNTRL Cooling Fan Control Anti-lock Brake System 1 HDLP LO/HID Low-Beam Headlamp...
Page 556: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 574 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a amount, see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood.
Page 557 Engine Speciﬁcations Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 5.3L Automatic 0.040 in (1.01 mm) 5.3L V8 Flexible Fuel Automatic 0.040 in (1.01 mm) with Active Fuel Management™ (Iron) 5.3L V8 Flexible Fuel Automatic 0.040 in (1.01 mm) with Active Fuel Management™ (Aluminum Block) 6.0L V8 Automatic...
Page 558 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 559 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........ 560 Owner Checks and Services ..... 570 Introduction ..........560 At Each Fuel Fill ........570 Maintenance Requirements ......560 At Least Once a Month ......571 Your Vehicle and the Environment .... 560 At Least Once a Year .......
Page 560: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, Introduction inspections, replacement parts, and recommended ﬂuids and lubricants as Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level prescribed in this manual are necessary to and change as recommended. keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance might not be covered by warranty.
Page 561: Using The Maintenance Schedule
Using the Maintenance Schedule This schedule is for vehicles that: • carry passengers and cargo within We at General Motors want to help you keep your recommended limits. You will ﬁnd these limits vehicle in good working condition. But we do on the Tire and Loading Information label.
Page 562 ® The services in Scheduled Maintenance on When you go to your GM Goodwrench dealer for page 563 should be performed when indicated. your service needs, you will know that GM-trained See Additional Required Services on page 566 and and supported service technicians will perform Maintenance Footnotes on page 568 for further the work using genuine GM parts.
Page 563: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, you must service your vehicle within When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last service. comes on, it means that service is required for your Remember to reset the oil life system whenever vehicle.
Page 564 Maintenance I — Use Maintenance I if the Maintenance II — Use Maintenance II if the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on previous service performed was Maintenance I. within 10 months since the vehicle was purchased Always use Maintenance II whenever the message or Maintenance II was performed.
Page 565 Scheduled Maintenance (cont’d) Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Check engine coolant and windshield washer ﬂuid levels and add ﬂuid • • as needed. Perform any needed additional services. See “Additional Required Services” • • in this section. • Inspect suspension and steering components. See footnote (b). •...
Page 566: Additional Required Services
Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional Required Services 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (40 000) (80 000) (120 000) (160 000)
Page 567 Additional Required Services (cont’d) 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (40 000) (80 000) (120 000) (160 000) (200 000) (240 000) Change transfer case ﬂuid. • • • See footnote (g). Inspect evaporative control system. •...
Page 568: Maintenance Footnotes
Maintenance Footnotes (c) Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen, or deteriorated. † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the Inspect all pipes, ﬁttings, and clamps; replace with California Air Resources Board has determined that genuine GM parts as needed.
Page 569 (f) Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch (i) Drain, ﬂush, and reﬁll cooling system. This assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, service can be complex; you should have release pawl, midgate hinges, side storage your dealer perform this service. See Engine box door hinges, tailgate hinges, tailgate linkage, Coolant on page 457 for what to use.
Page 570: Owner Checks And Services
Owner Checks and Services Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper These owner checks and services should be oil if necessary. See Engine Oil on page 446 for performed at the intervals speciﬁed to help further details.
Page 571: At Least Once A Month
At Least Once a Month At Least Once a Year Tire Inﬂation Check Starter Switch Check Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure they are inﬂated to the correct pressures. CAUTION: Do not forget to check the spare tire. See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 500.
Page 572 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock 3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to RUN, but do not start the engine. Without applying Control System Check the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the CAUTION: shift lever moves out of PARK (P), contact ®...
Page 573 Parking Brake and Automatic • To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. CAUTION: ® Contact your GM Goodwrench dealer if service is required.
Page 574: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricants ® Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or System equivalent DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, Windshield part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained ® GM Optikleen Washer Solvent. Washer from your dealer.
Page 575 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant SAE 80W-90 Axle Lubricant Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Front Axle (GM Part No. U.S. 1052271, Hood Hinges (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10950849). in Canada 10953474). SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Outer Tailgate Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Axle Lubricant Handle Pivot (GM Part No.
Page 576: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your GM dealer. Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ® ACDelco Part Part GM Part Number Number Engine Air Cleaner /Filter High Capacity Filter 25313349 A1518C Standard Filter...
Page 577: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Engine Drive Belt Routing I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 578: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record 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. See Maintenance Requirements on page 560. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 570 can be added on the following record pages.
Page 579 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 580 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 581: Customer Assistance Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance and Information ..582 Reporting Safety Defects ......599 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ....582 Reporting Safety Defects to the Online Owner Center ......... 585 United States Government ..... 599 Customer Assistance for Text Reporting Safety Defects to the Telephone (TTY) Users ......
Page 582: Customer Assistance And Information
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Please to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any have the following information available to give concerns with the sales transaction or the...
Page 583 STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: Both General You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using Motors and your dealer are committed to making the toll-free telephone number or write them at the sure you are completely satisﬁed with your new following address: vehicle.
Page 584 STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: For further information concerning eligibility in In the event that you do not feel your concerns the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan have been addressed after following the (CAMVAP), call toll-free 1-800-207-0685. procedure outlined in Steps 1 and 2, Alternatively, you may call the General Motors General Motors of Canada Limited wants you Customer Communication Centre, 1-800-263-3777...
Page 585: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center My GM Canada (Canada only) My GM Canada is a password-protected section Online Owner Center of gmcanada.com where you can save information (United States only) on GM vehicles, get personalized offers, and use handy tools and forms with greater ease. The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs.
Page 586: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
From Puerto Rico: Chevrolet encourages customers to call the 1-800-496-9992 (English) toll-free number for assistance. However, if a 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) customer wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, Fax Number: 313-381-0022 the letter should be addressed to: From U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994...
Page 587 Canada — Customer Assistance Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries General Motors of Canada Limited (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Customer Communication Centre, CA1-163-005 Islands) — Customer Assistance 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center www.gmcanada.com Paseo de la Reforma # 2740...
Page 588: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
(1-800-243-8872) In Canada, call 1-800-268-6800 Service available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. As the owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you This program, available to qualiﬁed applicants,...
Page 589 Who is Covered? If your vehicle will not start, Roadside Assistance will arrange to have your vehicle Roadside Assistance coverage is for the vehicle towed to the nearest authorized dealership. operator, regardless of ownership. A person driving In the U.S., replacement keys made at this vehicle without the consent of the owner is the customer’s expense will be covered within not eligible for coverage.
Page 590 In many instances, mechanical failures are 250 kilometres from original point of departure, covered under Chevrolet’s Bumper-to-Bumper you may qualify for trip interruption expense warranty, and the duration of the Base Warranty assistance. This assistance covers reasonable...
Page 591 For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited please provide the following to the Roadside reserve the right to limit services or reimbursement Assistance Representative: to an owner or driver when, in their sole discretion, the claims become excessive in •...
Page 592: Courtesy Transportation
Courtesy Transportation Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service, To enhance your ownership experience, we and contact your dealer and request an appointment. our participating dealers are proud to offer By scheduling a service appointment and Courtesy Transportation, a customer support advising your service consultant of your program for new vehicles.
Page 593 Transportation Options In addition, for U.S. customers, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, Warranty service can generally be completed limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait, expenses may be available. Claim amounts should GM helps to minimize your inconvenience by reﬂect actual costs and be supported by original providing several transportation options.
Page 594: Vehicle Data Collection And Event Data Recorders
Additional Program Information Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repair of detected All program options, such as shuttle service, malfunctions; other information is stored only in a may not be available at every dealer. Please crash event by computer systems, such as those contact your dealer for speciﬁc information commonly called Event Data Recorders (EDR).
Page 595: Collision Damage Repair
To read this information, special equipment is Others, such as law enforcement, may have needed and access to the vehicle or the device access to the special equipment that can read the that stores the data is required. GM will not access information if they have access to the vehicle information about a crash event or share it with or the device that stores the data.
Page 596 Genuine GM Collision parts are your best Repair Facility choice to assure that your vehicle’s designed GM also recommends that you choose a collision appearance, durability, and safety are preserved. repair facility that meets your needs before you The use of Genuine GM parts can help maintain ever need collision repairs.
Page 597 If your vehicle is leased, the leasing company • If you need roadside assistance, call may require you to have insurance that assures GM Roadside Assistance. See Roadside repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment Assistance Program on page 588 for more Manufacturer (OEM) parts or Genuine information.
Page 598 • Managing the Vehicle Damage If possible, call your insurance company from the scene of the accident. They will walk you Repair Process through the information they will need. If they In the event that your vehicle requires damage ask for a police report, phone or go to the police repairs, GM recommends that you take an active department headquarters the next day and you role in its repair.
Page 599: Reporting Safety Defects
If another party’s insurance company is paying To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle for the repairs, you are not obligated to accept Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 a repair valuation based on that insurance (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to company’s collision policy repair limits, as you http://www.safercar.gov;...
Page 600: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair hope you will notify General Motors. information on engines, transmission, axle Please call the Chevrolet Customer suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Assistance Center at 1-800-222-1020, or write:...
Page 601 In Canada, the service bulletin reference number Current and Past Model Order Forms can be obtained by contacting your General Motors Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE available for current and past model GM vehicles. (1-800-463-7483).
Page 602 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 603 Antenna, Fixed Mast ........349 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Accessories and Modiﬁcations ..... 433 Antenna System ........349 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ......226 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ....357 Adding Equipment to Your Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light ..248 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ......
Page 604 Audio System(s) .......... 286 Brake (cont.) Audio Steering Wheel Controls ....347 Parking ............ 138 Care of Your CD and DVD Player .... 349 System Warning Light ......246 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ....349 Brake Pedal, Throttle ........126 Fixed Mast Antenna .........
Page 605 Care of Child Restraints (cont.) Safety Belts ..........540 Securing a Child Restraint in the Your CD and DVD Player ......349 Right Front Seat Position ......68 Your CDs and DVDs ........ 349 Where to Put the Restraint ......55 Cargo Area, All-Weather ......
Page 606 Content Theft-Deterrent ....... 118 Control of a Vehicle ........356 Daytime Running Lamps ......216 Coolant Defensive Driving ........352 Engine Temperature Gage ......249 Delayed Locking .......... 103 Heater, Engine ......... 126 Disc, MP3 .......... 319, 325 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ......460 Doing Your Own Service Work ....
Page 607 Driving (cont.) Engine Freeway ........... 391 Air Cleaner/Filter ........451 Hill and Mountain Roads ......394 Battery ............. 475 In Rain and on Wet Roads ...... 387 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ..250 Off-Road ..........368 Coolant ............ 457 Recovery Hooks ........
Page 608 Fuel (cont.) Gage ............256 Filter Gasoline Octane ........436 Engine Air Cleaner ........451 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ......436 Finish Damage ..........544 Fuses Fixed Mast Antenna ........349 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block ..550 Flashers, Hazard Warning ......206 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......
Page 609 Hazard Warning Flashers ......206 Ignition Positions ......... 123 Head Restraints ..........18 Infants and Young Children, Headlamp Restraints ..........48 Aiming ............. 485 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ....... 500 Headlamps Instrument Panel Automatic Headlamp System ....217 Overview ..........204 Bulb Replacement ........
Page 610 Light (cont.) Oil Pressure ..........254 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ......... 493 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator .... 243 Lamps Passenger Safety Belt Reminder ....242 Battery Run-Down Protection ....221 Safety Belt Reminder ....... 241 Dome ............220 Security ........... 255 ®...
Page 611 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview with Maintenance Schedule Compass and Temperature Display ..148 Additional Required Services ....566 Automatic Dimming Rearview At Each Fuel Fill ........570 ® with OnStar , Compass and At Least Once a Month ......571 Temperature Display ......
Page 612 Odometer ............ 241 Paint, Damage ..........544 Odometer, Trip ..........241 Park Aid ............222 Off-Road Driving .......... 368 Park (P) Off-Road Recovery ........365 Shifting Into ..........139 Shifting Out of ......... 141 Engine ............. 446 Parking Pressure Gage ......... 253 Assist ............
Page 613 Pretensioners, Safety Belt ......44 Rear Door Security Locks ......104 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ..103 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ....41 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ....... 345 Rear Seat Entertainment System ....334 Rear Seat Operation ........19 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts ....
Page 614 Reporting Safety Defects Safety Belts Canadian Government ......599 Care of ............ 540 General Motors ........600 Center Front Passenger Position ....36 United States Government ....... 599 Driver Position ........... 26 Restraint System Check How to Wear Safety Belts Properly .... 26 Checking the Restraint Systems ....
Page 615 Seats (cont.) Spare Tire ........... 536 Rear Seat Operation ........19 Installing ..........522 Reclining Seatbacks ........14 Removing ..........518 Secondary Latch System ......529 Storing ............. 533 Securing a Child Restraint Speciﬁcations, Capacities ......556 Center Front Seat Position ......67 Speedometer ..........
Page 616 Tires (cont.) Cleaning ..........543 Tachometer ..........241 Different Size ........... 510 Tailgate ............115 If a Tire Goes Flat ........515 Taillamps Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ......500 Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, Inspection and Rotation ......506 and Back-Up Lamps ......488 Installing the Spare Tire ......
Page 617 Towing Recreational Vehicle ......... 408 Vehicle Towing a Trailer ........414 Control ............. 356 Your Vehicle ..........408 Damage Warnings ........5 Traction Loading ............ 402 ® StabiliTrak System ......... 359 Symbols ............5 Trailer Vehicle Customization, DIC ......278 Recommendations ........
Page 618 Windshield (cont.) Washer Fluid ........... 470 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ..239 Wiper Blade Replacement ......491 Warnings Wiper Blades, Cleaning ......542 DIC Warnings and Messages ....267 Wiper Fuses ..........547 Hazard Warning Flashers ......206 Wipers ............. 209 Other Warning Devices ......

Chevrolet 2007 Avalanche Owner's Manual

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats

Rear Seats

Safety Belts

Child Restraints

Airbag System

Restraint System Check

Section 2 Features and Controls

Keys

Doors and Locks

Windows

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

Onstar System

Universal Home Remote

Storage Areas

Sunroof

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

Checking Things under the Hood

Rear Axle

Four-Wheel Drive

Front Axle

Headlamp Aiming

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Quick Links

Chapters

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