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Chevrolet Express Owner's Manual (413 pages)

2014

Brand: Chevrolet | Category: Automobile | Size: 6.66 MB

Contents
1
Introduction
3
Danger, Warnings and Cautions
4
Symbls
4
Vehicle Symbol Chart
5
In Brief
7
Instrument Panel
8
Initial Drive Information
10
Remote Keyless Entry System
10
Remote Vehicle Start
10
Starting the Vehicle
10
Power Door Locks
11
Manual Door Locks
11
Canceling a Remote Start
11
Door Locks
11
Windows
12
Manual Windows
12
Power Windows
12
Seat Adjustment
12
Power Seats
13
Reclining Seatbacks
13
Passenger Sensing System
14
Airbag On-Off Switch
14
Safety Belts
14
Mirror Adjustment
15
Exterior Mirrors
15
Steering Wheel Adjustment
16
Interior Lighting
16
Interior Mirror
16
Dome Lamps
16
Auto
17
Reading Lamps
17
Dome off
17
Exterior Lighting
17
Windshield Wiper/Washer
18
Climate Controls
18
Transmission
19
Range Selection Mode
19
Vehicle Features
20
Radio
20
Satellite Radio
21
Setting the Clock
21
Storing a Favorite Station
21
Steering Wheel Controls
22
Portable Audio Devices
22
Bluetooth
22
Cruise Control
23
Navigation System
23
Rear Vision Camera
24
Ultrasonic Parking Assist
24
Power Outlets
24
Performance and Maintenance
24
Resetting the Oil Life System
25
Engine Oil Life System
25
Tire Pressure Monitor
25
E85 or Flexfuel
26
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
26
Onstar
26
Keys, Doors and Windows
27
Keys
28
Battery Replacement
30
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
30
Delayed Locking
33
Cargo Door Relocking
33
Lockout Protection
34
Safety Locks
34
Automatic Door Locks
34
Doors
35
Side Door
35
Sliding Door
36
Rear Doors
36
Vehicle Security
37
Immobilizer
37
Immobilizer Operation
37
Trailer-Tow Mirrors
39
Convex Mirrors
39
Manual Mirrors
39
Interior Rearview Mirrors
40
Manual Rearview Mirror
40
Heated Mirrors
40
Swing-Out Windows
42
Express-Down
42
Side Swing-Out Window
42
Rear Swing-Out Windows
42
Visor Vanity Mirror
43
Enhanced Technology Glass
43
Sun Visors
43
Seats and Restraints
45
Head Restraints
46
Front Seats
46
Power Seat Adjustment
47
Rear Seats
48
Removing the Rear Seat
48
Three-Pasenger Seat
49
Reinstalling the Rear Seats
50
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
53
Why Safety Belts Work
53
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
53
Lap-Shoulder Belt
54
Safety Belt Height Adjuster
56
Safety Belt Pretensioners
57
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
57
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
59
Safety Belt Extender
59
Safety System Check
60
Safety Belt Care
60
Airbag System
61
Where Are the Airbags?
63
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
65
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
66
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
66
What will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
66
Airbag on off Switch
68
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation
75
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
75
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
76
Airbag System Check
77
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
77
Child Restraints
78
Older Children
78
Infants and Young Children
80
Child Restraint Systems
82
Rear Facing Infant Seat
82
Forward Facing Child Seat
82
Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle
83
Booster Seats
83
Where to Put the Restraint
84
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint
84
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
85
Lower Anchors
86
Top Tether Anchor
87
Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations
87
Front Passenger Position
88
Replacing Latch System Parts after a Crash
92
Securing Child Restraints
93
Front Storage
103
Storage Compartments
103
Storage
103
Table of Contents
105
Instruments and Controls
105
Instruments and Controls
106
- Steering Wheel Adjustment
  106
- Steering Wheel Controls
  106
- Navigating Folders on an Ipod or USB Device
  107
- Horn
  107
- Windshield Wiper/Washer
  107
- Windshield Washer
  108
- Compass
  108
  - Compass Zone
    108
  - Adjustable Interval Wipes
    108
  - Compass Variance (Zone)
    109
  - Compass Calibration
    109
  - Compass Calibration Procedure
    110
- Clock
  110
  - AM-FM Radio
    110
  - To Set the Time
    110
  - Changing the Time and Date Default Settings
    111
- Power Outlets
  111
- Cigarette Lighter
  112
- Ashtrays
  112
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
113
- Instrument Cluster
  114
- Speedometer
  115
- Trip Odometer
  115
- Fuel Gauge
  115
  - Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
    116
  - Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
    117
Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light
118
Voltmeter Gauge
118
Safety Belt Reminders
118
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
119
Airbag Readiness Light
119
Airbag On-Off Light
120
- Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
  121
- Charging System Light Malfunction
  122
- Indicator Lamp
  122
Tow/Haul Mode Light
126
Stabilitrak ® off Light
126
Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light
127
Tire Pressure Light
127
Engine Oil Pressure Light
128
Low Fuel Warning Light
128
Security Light
129
High-Beam on Light
129
Cruise Control Light
129
Information Displays
129
Driver Information
129
- Center (DIC)
  129
  - DIC Buttons
    130
  - Vehicle Information
    130
  - DIC Operation and Displays
    130
  - Customization
    130
  - Trip/Fuel Menu Items
    131
  - Trip Odometers
    131
  - Fuel Range
    131
  - Average Economy
    132
  - Fuel Used
    132
  - Timer
    132
  - Average Speed
    132
  - Digital Tachometer
    133
  - Blank Display
    133
  - Vehicle Information Menu Items
    133
  - Oil Life
    133
  - Tire Pressure
    134
  - Engine Hours
    134
  - Relearn Tire Positions
    134
  - Change Compass Zone
    134
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages
135
Vehicle Messages
135
Brake System Messages
135
Compass Messages
135
- Left Rear Door Open
  136
- Engine Cooling System Messages
  136
- Driver Door Open
  136
Door Ajar Messages
136
- Change Engine Oil Soon
  137
- Engine Oil Low Add Oil
  137
Engine Oil Messages
137
Engine Power Messages
137
Tighten Gas Cap
138
Fuel System Messages
138
Key and Lock Messages
138
Lamp Messages
138
- Object Detection System Messages
  139
- Park Assist off
  139
- Service Park Assist
  139
Ride Control System
139
Airbag System Messages
140
Security Messages
140
- Wait to Start
  141
- Starting Disabled Service Throttle
  141
Service Vehicle Messages
141
Tire Messages
141
- Grade Braking Disabled
  142
- Grade Braking Enabled
  142
- Tire Learning Active
  142
Transmission Messages
142
- Vehicle Reminder Messages
  143
- Grade Braking on
  143
- Service Transmission
  143
- Ice Possible Drive with Care
  143
- Entering the Feature Settings Menu
  144
- Feature Settings Menu Items
  144
Vehicle Personalization
144
- Auto Door Unlock
  145
- Auto Door Lock
  145
- Remote Door Lock
  146
- Remote Door Unlock
  146
- No Change
  146
- Lights Only
  146
- Delay Door Lock
  147
- Exit Lighting
  147
- Approach Lighting
  147
- Exit Feature Settings
  148
- Factory Settings
  148
- Chime Volume
  148
- Exiting the Feature Settings Menu
  149
- Lighting
  151
- Exterior Lamp Controls
  151
- Exterior Lamps off Reminder
  152
- Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
  152
- Flash-To-Pass
  152
- Daytime Running Lamps
  152
- Automatic Headlamp System
  153
- Lights on with Wipers
  154
- Turn and Lane-Change Signals
  154
- Hazard Warning Flashers
  154
- Turn Signal on Chime
  155
- Instrument Panel Illumination Control
  155
- Lighting Features
  156
- Entry/Exit Lighting
  156
- Battery Load Management
  156
- Dome Lamp Override
  156
- Battery Power Protection
  157
- Infotainment System
  159
- Theft-Deterrent Feature
  160
- Navigation/Radio System
  160
- Equalization
  164
- Using the Radio
  164
- Speed Compensated Volume
  164
- Setting the Tone
  164
- Adjusting the Speakers
  165
- Radio Messages
  165
- Radio Data System
  165
- Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite
  166
- Setting Preset Stations
  166
- Finding a Station
  166
- Finding a Channel
  167
- Audio Players
  170
- Fixed Mast Antenna
  170
- Care of the CD Player
  170
- Care of Cds
  170
- Inserting a CD
  171
- Ejecting a CD
  171
- Playing a CD
  171
- Root Directory
  172
- MP3-Supported Files
  172
- Compressed Audio or Mixed Mode Discs
  172
- Format
  172
- Empty Folder
  173
- Order of Play
  173
- File System and Naming
  173
- Preprogrammed Playlists
  173
- Music Navigator
  174
- Revese
  174
- Rdm
  174
- Playing an MP3
  174
- CD Player Messages
  175
- Auxiliary Devices
  175
- Using the Auxiliary Input Jack
  175
- USB Support
  176
- Using the USB Port
  176
- USB Supported Devices
  176
- Connecting a USB Storage Device or Ipod
  177
- Using the Radio to Control a USB Storage Device or Ipod
  177
- Using Softkeys to Control a USB Storage Device or Ipod
  178
- Phone
  180
- Voice Recognition
  181
- Bluetooth Controls
  181
- Pairing a Phone
  182
- Deleting a Paired Phone
  182
- Listing All Paired and Connected Phones
  182
- Connecting to a Different Phone
  183
- Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers
  183
- Using the "Store" Command
  183
- Using the "Digit Store" Command
  183
- Calling 911 Emergency
  184
- Using the Delete Command
  184
- Making a Call
  184
- Listing Stored Numbers
  184
- Call Waiting
  185
- Receiving a Call
  185
- Three-Way Calling
  185
- Using the Re-Dial Command
  185
- Voice Pass-Thru
  186
- Transferring a Call
  186
- Muting a Call
  186
- Ending a Call
  186
- Clearing the System
  187
- Sending a Number or Name Tag During a Call
  187
- Climate Control Systems
  189
- Air Delivery Mode Control
  190
- Vent
  190
- Floor
  190
- Defog
  190
- Maximum Air Conditioning
  191
- Rear Window Defogger
  191
- Air Conditioning
  191
- Rear Heating System
  192
- Aux
  192
- Fan
  192
- High
  192
- Rear Climate Control System
  193
- Front Climate Control Panel
  193
- Temperature Control
  194
- Operation Tips
  195
- Air Vents
  195
- Driving and Operating
  197
- Driving Information
  198
- Distracted Driving
  198
- Defensive Driving
  199
- Drunk Driving
  199
- Control of a Vehicle
  199
- Braking
  199
- Steering in Emergencies
  200
- Curve Tips
  200
- Hydraulic Power Steering
  200
- Steering
  200
- Off-Road Recovery
  201
- Loss of Control
  201
- Skidding
  201
- Driving on Wet Roads
  202
- Other Rainy Weather Tips
  202
- Highway Hypnosis
  202
- Hydroplaning
  202
- Driving on Snow or Ice
  203
- Winter Driving
  203
- Hill and Mountain Roads
  203
- Blizzard Conditions
  204
- If the Vehicle Is Stuck
  205
- Rocking the Vehicle to Get It out
  205
- Vehicle Load Limits
  206
- Tire and Loading Information Label
  206
- Label Example
  206
- Certification/Tire Label
  209
- Add-On Equipment
  210
- New Vehicle Break-In
  210
- Starting and Operating
  210
- Ignition Positions
  211
- Starting the Engine
  213
- Starting Procedure
  213
- Fast Idle System
  214
- Engine Heater
  215
- To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
  215
- Retained Accessory Power
  216
- Shifting into Park
  216
- Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running
  216
- Shifting out of Park
  217
- Torque Lock
  217
- Engine Exhaust
  218
- Parking over Things that Burn
  218
- Automatic Transmission
  219
- Running the Vehicle While Parked
  219
- Reverse
  220
- Neutral
  220
- Drive
  220
- Second
  221
- Third
  221
- Manual Mode
  221
- Normal Mode Grade Braking
  222
- Park
  222
- Low Traction Mode
  225
- Tow/Haul Mode
  226
- Drive Systems
  227
- Brakes
  227
- Antilock Brake System
  227
- All-Wheel Drive
  227
- Braking in Emergencies
  228
- Using ABS
  228
- Parking Brake
  228
- Ride Control Systems
  229
- Stabilitrak System Operation
  230
- Traction Control Operation
  230
- Locking Rear Axle
  231
- Resuming a Set Speed
  232
- Setting Cruise Control
  232
- Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
  232
- Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
  232
- Erasing Speed Memory
  233
- Ending Cruise Control
  233
- Using Cruise Control on Hills
  233
- Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
  233
- Driver Assistance Systems
  234
- How the System Works
  234
- Turning the System on and off
  234
- Symbols and Guidelines
  236
- RVC Location
  236
- When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly
  237
- Recommended Fuel
  238
- Fuel
  238
- Gasoline Specifications
  239
- California Fuel Requirements
  239
- Use of Seasonal Fuels
  239
- Prohibited Fuels
  239
- Fuel Additives
  240
- Fuels in Foreign Countries
  240
- Filling the Tank
  241
- Filling a Portable Fuel Container
  242
- Driving with a Trailer
  243
- General Towing Information
  243
- Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
  243
- Trailer Towing
  243
- Passing
  244
- Backing up
  244
- Following Distance
  244
- Making Turns
  245
- Driving on Grades
  245
- Parking on Hills
  245
- If Parking the Rig on a Hill
  245
- Leaving after Parking on a Hill
  246
- Maintenance When Trailer Towing
  246
- Weight of the Trailer
  247
- Weight of the Trailer Tongue
  250
- Total Weight on the Vehicle's Tires
  251
- Towing Equipment
  251
- Hitches
  251
- Safety Chains
  252
- Trailer Brakes
  252
- Trailer Wiring Harness
  252
- Conversions and Add-Ons
  254
- Add-On Electrical Equipment
  254
- Vehicle Care
  255
- General Information
  256
- Accessories and Modifications
  257
- California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
  257
- Vehicle Checks
  258
- Hood
  258
- Doing Your Own Service Work
  258
- Engine Compartment Overview
  260
- Checking Engine Oil
  261
- Engine Oil
  261
- When to Add Engine Oil
  262
- Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes
  263
- Selecting the Right Engine Oil
  263
- Viscosity Grade
  263
- What to Do with Used Oil
  263
- How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
  264
- When to Change Engine Oil
  264
- When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid
  265
- How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid
  265
- Checking the Fluid Level
  266
- How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid
  266
- Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
  270
- When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
  271
- How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
  271
- Cooling System
  272
- Engine Coolant
  272
- Checking Coolant
  273
- How to Add Coolant to the Radiator
  274
- Engine Overheating
  276
- If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
  277
- If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
  277
- Engine Fan
  278
- Power Steering Fluid
  278
- When to Check Power Steering Fluid
  278
- How to Check Power Steering Fluid
  278
- Washer Fluid
  279
- Adding Washer Fluid
  279
- Brake Pedal Travel
  280
- Brake Adjustment
  280
- Replacing Brake System Parts
  280
- Brake Fluid
  281
- Checking Brake Fluid
  281
- Vehicle Storage
  283
- Transfer Case
  283
- When to Check Lubricant
  283
- Front Axle
  284
- Rear Axle
  284
- Noise Control System
  285
- How to Check Lubricant
  285
- Fan and Drive
  286
- Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
  286
- Starter Switch Check
  286
- Engine
  286
- Ignition Transmission Lock Check
  287
- Wiper Blade Replacement
  287
- Park Brake and P Mechanism Check
  287
- Headlamp Aiming
  288
- Headlamps
  289
- Composite Headlamp
  289
- Halogen Bulbs
  289
- Bulb Replacement
  289
- Sealed-Beam Headlamp
  290
- Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps
  291
- Taillamps
  291
- Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
  293
- License Plate Lamp
  293
- Replacement Bulbs
  294
- Electrical System
  294
- Electrical System Overload
  294
- Windshield Wipers
  295
- Engine Compartment Fuse Block
  295
- Headlamp Wiring
  295
- Fuses and Circuit Breakers
  295
- Wheels and Tires
  301
- All-Season Tires
  302
- Winter Tires
  302
- All-Terrain Tires
  303
- Tire Sidewall Labeling
  303
- Tire Ply Material
  304
- DOT Tire Date of Manufacture
  304
- Dot
  304
- TPC Spec
  304
- Tire Size
  305
- Construction Code
  306
- Rim Diameter
  306
- Service Description
  306
- Aspect Ratio
  306
- Load Range
  307
- Air Pressure
  307
- Bias Ply Tire
  308
- Bead
  308
- Belt
  308
- Accessory Weight
  308
- Load Index
  309
- Occupant Distribution
  309
- Recommended Inflation Pressure
  309
- Rim
  309
- Traction
  310
- Tread
  310
- Treadwear Indicators
  310
- Vehicle Placard
  310
- Tire Pressure Monitor System
  312
- Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
  313
- TPMS Malfunction Light and Message
  314
- TPMS Sensor Matching Process
  315
- Tire Inspection
  316
- Tire Rotation
  316
- Dual Tire Rotation
  318
- When It Is Time for New Tires
  318
- Buying New Tires
  319
- Different Size Tire and Wheels
  321
- Treadwear
  322
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading
  322
- Temperature
  323
- Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
  323
- Wheel Replacement
  323
- Tire Chains
  324
- Used Replacement Wheels
  324
- If a Tire Goes Flat
  325
- Tire Changing
  326
- Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
  326
- To Lower the Spare Tire from the Vehicle
  328
- Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
  329
- Front Position
  329
- Rear Alternative Position
  330
- Rear Position
  330
- Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
  333
- Full-Size Spare Tire
  334
- Jump Starting
  335
- Jumper Cable Removal
  338
- Towing the Vehicle
  339
- Recreational Vehicle Towing
  339
- All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles
  340
- Dinghy Towing
  340
- Dolly Towing
  340
- Exterior Care
  342
- Locks
  342
- Washing the Vehicle
  342
- Appearance Care
  342
- Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings
  343
- Weatherstrips
  344
- Tires
  344
- Air Intakes
  344
- Cleaning Exterior Lamps
  344
- Wheels and Trim
  345
- Steering, Suspension and Chassis Components
  345
- Body Component Lubrication
  345
- Underbody Maintenance
  345
- Sheet Metal Damage
  346
- Finish Damage
  346
- Chemical Paint Spotting
  346
- Interior Care
  346
- Fabric/Carpet/Suede
  347
- Speaker Covers
  347
- Coated Moldings
  347
- Interior Glass
  347
- Care of Safety Belts
  349
- Floor Mats
  349
- Service and Maintenance
  351
- Normal Service
  352
- Severe Service
  352
- Maintenance Schedule
  353
- Engine Oil Change
  353
- Tire Rotation and Required Services
  353
- Special Application Services
  358
- Additional Maintenance and Care
  359
- Battery
  359
- Belts
  359
- Fluid
  359
- Hoses
  360
- Lamps
  360
- Shocks and Struts
  360
- Wiper Blades
  361
- Windshield
  361
- Wheel Alignment
  361
- Recommended Fluids
  362
- Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
  362
- Maintenance Replacement Parts
  364
- Technical Data
  369
- Vehicle Identification
  369
- Engine Identification
  369
- Service Parts Identification Label
  369
- Vehicle Data
  370
- Capacities and Specifications
  370
- Engine Drive Belt Routing
  373
- Customer Information
  375
- Customer Satisfaction Procedure
  375
- Coverage
  380
- Services Provided
  380
- Flat Tire Change
  380
- Emergency Fuel Delivery
  380
- Fuel Delivery
  381
- Alternative Serviec
  381
- Courtesy Transportation Program
  381
- Scheduling Service Appointments
  381
- Transportation Options
  382
- Shuttle Service
  382
- Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement
  382
- Courtesy Rental Vehicle
  382
- Collision Damage Repair
  383
- Additional Program Information
  383
- Collision Parts
  383
- If a Crash Occurs
  384
- Insuring the Vehicle
  384
- Repair Facility
  384
- Service Manuals
  385
- Service Bulletins
  385
- Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process
  385
- Reporting Safety Defects
  386
- Owner Information
  386
- Current and Past Models
  386
- Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
  388
- Radio Frequency Identification
  389
- Radio Frequency Statement
  389
- Onstar Overview
  391
- Onstar Services
  392
- Cancel Route
  393
- Route Preview
  393
- Connections
  393
- Destination Download
  393
- Onstar Mobile App
  394
- Hands-Free Calling
  394
- End a Call
  394
- Retrieve My Number
  394
- Reactivation for Subsequent Owners
  395
- Transferring Service
  395
- Diagnostics
  395
- Onstar Additional Information
  395
- Languages
  397
- Potential Issues
  397
- Cellular and GPS Antennas
  397
- Unable to Connect to Onstar Message
  397
- Vehicle and Power Issues
  398
- Privacy
  398
- Index
  401

Chevrolet Express Owner's Manual (410 pages)

Chevrolet 2009 Express Automobile Owner's Manual

Brand: Chevrolet | Category: Automobile | Size: 2.48 MB

Section 1 Seats and Restraint System

5
- Canadian Owners
  2
- Vehicle Symbol Chart
  4
- Table of Contents
  5
- Seats and Restraint System
  5
- Front Seats
  
  6
  - Manual Seats
    6
  - Power Seat
    7
  - Reclining Seatbacks
    7
- Rear Seats
  
  9
  - Rear Seat Operation
    9
- Safety Belts
  
  14
- Child Restraints
  
  33
- Airbag System
  
  60
- Restraint System Check
  
  79
  - Checking the Restraint Systems
    79
  - Replacing Restraint System Parts after a Crash
    80
Section 2 Features and Controls

81
- Features and Controls
  81
- Keys
  
  82
  - Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
    83
    
    Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
    84
    
    Battery Replacement
    85
- Doors and Locks
  
  86
  - Door Locks
    86
  - Power Door Locks
    87
  - Cargo Door Relocking
    87
  - Delayed Locking
    87
  - Programmable Automatic Door Locks
    87
  - Automatic Door Lock
    88
  - Automatic Door Unlock
    88
  - Rear Door Security Locks
    88
  - Lockout Protection
    89
  - Sliding Side Door
    89
  - 60/40 Swing-Out Side Door
    90
  - Rear Doors
    92
- Windows
  
  93
  - Manual Windows
    94
  - Power Windows
    94
  - Swing-Out Windows
    95
  - Enhanced Technology Glass
    96
  - Sun Visors
    96
- Theft-Deterrent Systems
  
  96
  - PASS-Key III+ Electronic Immobilizer
    97
    
    Operation
    97
    
    Immobilizer Operation
    97
- Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
  
  99
  - New Vehicle Break-In
    99
  - Ignition Positions
    99
  - Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
    100
  - Starting the Engine
    100
  - Starting Procedure
    101
  - Fast Idle System
    102
  - Engine Coolant Heater
    103
  - Automatic Transmission Operation
    104
  - Tow/Haul Mode
    107
  - Parking Brake
    108
  - Shifting into Park
    109
  - Shifting out of Park
    110
  - Parking over Things that Burn
    111
  - Engine Exhaust
    111
  - Running the Vehicle While Parked
    112
- Mirrors
  
  113
  - Manual Rearview Mirror
    113
  - Outside Manual Mirrors
    113
  - Outside Towing Mirrors
    113
  - Outside Power Mirrors
    114
  - Outside Convex Mirror
    114
  - Outside Heated Mirrors
    115
Section 3 Instrument Panel

117
- Instrument Panel Overview
  
  120
- Storage Areas
  
  121
  - Hazard Warning Flashers
    122
  - Horn
    122
  - Tilt Wheel
    122
  - Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
    123
  - Turn and Lane-Change Signals
    123
  - Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
    124
  - Flash-To-Pass
    124
  - Windshield Wipers
    124
  - Windshield Washer
    125
  - Cruise Control
    125
  - Setting Cruise Control
    126
  - Exterior Lamps
    128
  - Headlamps on Reminder
    129
  - Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
    130
  - Automatic Headlamp System
    130
  - Instrument Panel Brightness
    131
  - Dome Lamps
    131
  - Dome Lamp Override
    131
  - Entry/Exit Lighting
    132
  - Reading Lamps
    132
  - Electric Power Management
    132
  - Battery Run-Down Protection
    133
  - Accessory Power Outlet(S)
    133
  - Ashtray(S) and Cigarette Lighter
    134
- Climate Controls
  
  134
  - Climate Control System
    134
  - Rear Window Defogger
    136
  - Outlet Adjustment
    136
  - Rear Heating System
    137
  - Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System
    138
- Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
  
  139
  - Instrument Panel Cluster
    140
  - Speedometer and Odometer
    141
  - Trip Odometer
    141
  - Safety Belt Reminders
    142
  - Safety Belt Reminder Light
    142
  - Airbag Readiness Light
    143
  - Airbag off Light
    144
  - Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
    145
  - Charging System Light
    146
  - Voltmeter Gage
    147
  - Brake System Warning Light
    147
  - Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
    148
  - Stabilitrak Indicator Light
    149
  - Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
    149
  - Tire Pressure Light
    150
  - Malfunction Indicator Lamp
    150
  - Oil Pressure Gage
    153
  - Maintenance Schedule
    154
    
    Oil Pressure Light
    154
    
    Security Light
    155
  - Cruise Control Light
    155
  - Highbeam on Light
    155
  - Tow/Haul Mode Light
    156
  - Fuel Gage
    156
- Driver Information Center (DIC)
  
  157
  - DIC Operation and Displays
    157
    
    Digital Tachometer
    160
    
    Tire Pressure
    161
  - DIC Compass
    162
  - Compass Calibration
    163
  - DIC Warnings and Messages
    164
    
    Check Tire Pressure
    165
    
    Engine Overheated Stop Engine
    167
    
    Fuel Level Low
    167
    
    Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine
    168
    
    Service Brake System
    169
    
    Service Air Bag
    169
    
    Service Transmission
    170
    
    Service Vehicle Soon
    170
    
    Service Tire Monitor System
    170
    
    Stabilitrak off
    171
    
    Turn Signal on
    172
  - DIC Vehicle Customization
    173
    
    Auto Door Lock
    174
    
    Remote Door Lock
    175
    
    Remote Door Unlock
    176
    
    Exit Lighting
    177
    
    Approach Lighting
    178
    
    Factory Settings
    179
- Audio System(S)
  
  180
  - Setting the Clock
    181
  - Changing the Time and Date Default Settings
    182
  - Radio(S)
    183
    
    Playing the Radio
    184
    
    Finding a Station
    186
    
    Setting Preset Stations
    186
    
    Using the Auxiliary Input Jack
    193
  - Using an MP3
    194
  - Theft-Deterrent Feature
    198
  - Audio Steering Wheel Controls
    199
  - Radio Reception
    200
  - Fixed Mast Antenna
    200
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

201
- Driving Your Vehicle
  201
- Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle
  
  202
  - Driving for Better Fuel Economy
    202
  - Defensive Driving
    202
  - Drunk Driving
    203
  - Control of a Vehicle
    203
  - Braking
    204
  - Antilock Brake System (ABS)
    205
  - Braking in Emergencies
    205
  - Stabilitrak ® System
    206
    
    Traction Control Operation
    208
  - Locking Rear Axle
    208
  - All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System
    208
  - Steering
    209
    
    Power Steering
    209
  - Off-Road Recovery
    210
  - Passing
    211
  - Loss of Control
    211
  - Driving at Night
    212
  - Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
    213
  - Before Leaving on a Long Trip
    214
  - Highway Hypnosis
    214
  - Hill and Mountain Roads
    215
  - Winter Driving
    216
  - If Your Vehicle Is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow
    218
  - Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
    218
  - Loading the Vehicle
    219
- Towing
  
  224
  - Towing Your Vehicle
    224
  - Recreational Vehicle Towing
    224
    
    Dolly Towing
    226
  - Towing a Trailer
    227
    
    Pulling a Trailer
    228
    
    Weight of the Trailer
    229
    
    Weight of the Trailer Tongue
    231
    
    Trailer Brakes
    236
    
    Driving with a Trailer
    236
    
    Following Distance
    237
    
    Making Turns
    237
    
    Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
    237
    
    Driving on Grades
    238
    
    Parking on Hills
    238
    
    Trailer Wiring Harness
    239
    
    Maintenance When Trailer Towing
    239
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

241
- Service and Appearance Care
  
  241
- Service
  
  243
- Fuel
  
  245
  - Gasoline Octane
    246
  - California Fuel
    246
  - Gasoline Speciﬁcations
    246
  - Additives
    247
  - Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
    248
  - Fuels in Foreign Countries
    249
  - Filling the Tank
    250
  - Filling a Portable Fuel Container
    252
- Checking Things under the Hood
  
  252
  - Hood Release
    253
  - Engine Compartment Overview
    254
  - Engine Oil
    255
    
    When to Add Engine Oil
    256
    
    What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
    257
    
    Cold Temperature Operation
    258
  - Engine Oil Life System
    258
    
    How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
    259
    
    What to Do with Used Oil
    259
  - Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
    260
  - Automatic Transmission Fluid
    261
    
    How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid
    262
    
    Checking the Fluid Level
    262
  - Cooling System
    264
  - Engine Coolant
    265
    
    What to Use
    266
    
    Checking Coolant
    267
    
    How to Add Coolant to the Radiator
    268
  - Radiator Pressure Cap
    272
  - Engine Overheating
    272
    
    If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
    273
    
    If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
    273
  - Engine Fan Noise
    274
  - Power Steering Fluid
    275
  - Windshield Washer Fluid
    276
  - Adding Washer Fluid
    276
  - Brakes
    277
    
    Brake Fluid
    277
    
    Checking Brake Fluid
    278
    
    Brake Adjustment
    279
  - Battery
    280
  - Vehicle Storage
    280
  - Jump Starting
    281
- All-Wheel Drive
  
  285
- Rear Axle
  
  286
- Front Axle
  
  287
- Noise Control System
  
  288
  - Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited
    288
- Bulb Replacement
  
  289
  - Halogen Bulbs
    289
  - Headlamps
    289
  - Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps
    291
  - Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
    292
  - Taillamps
    292
  - Replacement Bulbs
    293
- Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
  
  294
- Tires
  
  295
  - Tire Sidewall Labeling
    296
  - Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions
    300
  - Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
    304
  - How to Check
    305
  - Dual Tire Operation
    305
  - Tire Pressure Monitor System
    306
  - Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
    307
    
    Tpms Malfunction Light and Message
    308
    
    Tpms Sensor Matching Process
    309
  - Tire Inspection and Rotation
    311
  - When It Is Time for New Tires
    313
  - Buying New Tires
    314
  - Different Size Tires and Wheels
    316
  - Uniform Tire Quality Grading
    317
  - Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
    318
  - Wheel Replacement
    318
  - Used Replacement Wheels
    319
  - Tire Chains
    320
  - If a Tire Goes Flat
    321
  - Changing a Flat Tire
    322
  - Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
    323
  - Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
    326
  - Secondary Latch System
    334
  - Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
    337
  - Spare Tire
    338
- Appearance Care
  
  339
  - Interior Cleaning
    339
  - Fabric/Carpet
    340
  - Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces
    341
  - Care of Safety Belts
    342
  - Weatherstrips
    342
  - Washing Your Vehicle
    342
  - Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
    343
  - Finish Care
    343
  - Windshield and Wiper Blades
    344
  - Aluminum Wheels
    344
  - Tires
    345
  - Sheet Metal Damage
    345
  - Finish Damage
    345
  - Underbody Maintenance
    346
  - Chemical Paint Spotting
    346
- Vehicle Identiﬁcation
  
  346
  - Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN)
    346
  - Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label
    347
- Electrical System
  
  347
  - Add-On Electrical Equipment
    347
  - Headlamp Wiring
    347
  - Windshield Wiper Fuses
    347
  - Fuses and Circuit Breakers
    348
  - Floor Console Fuse Block
    348
  - Engine Compartment Fuse Block
    350
- Capacities and Speciﬁcations
  
  354

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Section 1 Seats and Restraint System

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

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Storage Areas

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle

Towing

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

Checking Things under the Hood

All-Wheel Drive

Rear Axle

Front Axle

Noise Control System

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

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