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2012 GMC Sierra Owner Manual

In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-8

Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25

Performance and

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-33

Keys, Doors, and

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14

Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18

Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20

Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-43

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1

Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12

Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-33

Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-42

Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-52

Universal Remote System . . . . 5-60

Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8

Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9

Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9

Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16

Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-38

Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-50

Trademarks and License

Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-58

I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1

Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11

Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1

Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2

Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-26

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36

Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-37

Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-43

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-57

Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-59

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-63

Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-66

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-73

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-79

Conversions and

Add-Ons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-112

Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2

Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4

Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-39

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-42

Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-46

Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-54

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Page 1 2012 GMC Sierra Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
Page 2: Table Of Contents
2012 GMC Sierra Owner Manual Jump Starting ....10-92 Customer Information ..13-1 Towing ..... . 10-96 Customer Information .
Page 3 If the vehicle has the Duramax this manual including, but not limited suivante: diesel engine, see the Duramax to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, the Helm, Incorporated diesel supplement for additional and GMC Truck Emblem, and SIERRA P.O. Box 07130 specific information on this engine.
Page 4: Index
Introduction Using this Manual Symbols WARNING To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and These mean there is something the vehicle, use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other back of the manual.
Page 5: Onstar
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Fuel Gauge Here are some additional symbols : Fuses that may be found on the vehicle : Headlamp High/Low-Beam and what they mean. For more Changer information on the symbol, refer to the Index. : LATCH System Child Restraints : Adjustable Pedals : Malfunction Indicator Lamp...
Page 6 Introduction NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 7: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Throttle and Brake Pedal Performance and Maintenance ® Adjustment ....1-17 StabiliTrak System ..1-33 Interior Lighting .
Page 8 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel (Base/Uplevel Version) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 9: Information
In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 11. Range Selection Mode (Allison M. Parking Brake on page 9 58. ® Transmission and Hydra-Matic B. Turn and Lane Change Lever. N. Dome Lamps on page 6 8. 6 Speed Button) (If Equipped). See Turn and Lane-Change Fog Lamps on page 6 6 See Manual Mode on...
Page 10 In Brief ® U. StabiliTrak System on W. Climate Control Systems (with page 9 59 (If Equipped). Air Conditioning) on page 8 1 or Climate Control Systems (with Ultrasonic Parking Assist on Heater Only) on page 8 4 page 9 66 (If Equipped). (If Equipped).
Page 11 In Brief NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 12 In Brief Instrument Panel (Premium Version) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 13 In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 11. H. Infotainment on page 7 1. Q. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5 2. B. Turn and Lane Change Lever. Exterior Lamp Controls on See Turn and Lane-Change page 6 1. R.
Page 14: Initial Drive Information
In Brief ® V. StabiliTrak System on Initial Drive Remote Keyless Entry page 9 59 (If Equipped). (RKE) System Information Pedal Adjust Button The RKE transmitter is used to (If Equipped). See Adjustable This section provides a brief remotely lock and unlock the doors Throttle and Brake Pedal on overview about some of the from up to 60 m (195 ft) away from...
Page 15: Remote Vehicle Start
In Brief Remote Vehicle Start Canceling a Remote Start : Press to lock all doors. Lock and unlock feedback can be To cancel a remote start: With this feature the engine can be personalized. See Vehicle started from outside of the vehicle. Aim the RKE transmitter at the Personalization (With DIC Buttons) vehicle and press and hold...
Page 16 1-10 In Brief Power Door Locks Power Windows Power Sliding Rear Window If available, the switches are on the front doors. : Press to unlock the doors. : Press to lock the doors. See Door Locks on page 2 7. Windows Turn the hand crank on each door to manually raise or lower the...
Page 17 In Brief 1-11 Seat Adjustment Power Seats See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3 4 for more information. Manual Seats Lumbar Adjustment Manual Lumbar To adjust a power seat, if equipped: Move the seat forward or To adjust the seat: rearward by sliding the control 1.
Page 18 1-12 In Brief On vehicles with four-way Power Lumbar Reclining Seatbacks lumbar, press and hold the front Manual Reclining Seatbacks or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. To raise or lower the height of the support, press and hold the top or bottom of the control.
Page 19: Memory Features
In Brief 1-13 To return the seatback to the upright Power Reclining Seatbacks Memory Features position: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
Page 20: Heated And Ventilated Seats
1-14 In Brief Storing Memory Positions To recall, press and release 1 or Heated and Ventilated 2. The vehicle must be in P (Park). Seats To save into memory: A single beep will sound. The seat, 1. Adjust the driver seat and outside mirrors, and adjustable seatback recliner, both outside throttle and brake pedals,...
Page 21: Safety Belts
In Brief 1-15 Press the button once for the Safety Belts Passenger Sensing highest setting. With each press of System the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to The passenger sensing system, the off setting. The lights indicate if equipped, turns off the front three for the highest setting and one outboard passenger frontal airbag...
Page 22: Mirror Adjustment
1-16 In Brief The passenger airbag status Mirror Adjustment See Manual Mirrors on page 2 14 or indicator will be visible on the Power Mirrors on page 2 15. Exterior Mirrors overhead console when the vehicle If the vehicle has towing mirrors, is started.
Page 23 In Brief 1-17 Interior Mirror Steering Wheel Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Adjustment Vehicles with a manual rearview mirror can be adjusted to see clearly Throttle and Brake Pedal behind the vehicle. Hold the mirror Adjustment in the center to move it up or down and side to side.
Page 24: Interior Lighting
1-18 In Brief Interior Lighting Dome Lamp Override Reading Lamps The dome lamp override button is For vehicles with reading lamps in Dome Lamps located next to the exterior lamps the overhead console, press the The dome lamps are located in the control.
Page 25: Exterior Lighting
In Brief 1-19 Exterior Lighting The windshield wipers are controlled : Turns on the parking lamps, taillamps, instrument panel lights, by turning the band with on it. and license plate lamps. : For a single wipe, turn to : Turns on the headlamps, then release.
Page 26: Climate Controls
1-20 In Brief Climate Controls These systems control the heating, cooling, and ventilation. Climate Control System (With Air Conditioning) A. Fan Control E. Outside Air B. Temperature Control Air Recirculation C. Air Delivery Mode Control G. Rear Window Defogger D. Air Conditioning I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 27 In Brief 1-21 Climate Control System (With Heater Only) A. Fan Control See Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) on page 8 1 or B. Temperature Control Climate Control Systems (with C. Air Delivery Mode Control Heater Only) on page 8 4. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 28 1-22 In Brief Dual Automatic Climate Control System Transmission Range Selection Mode The Range Selection Mode switch, if equipped, is located on the shift lever. To enable the Range Selection feature: A. Driver and Passenger H. Display Temperature Controls 1. Move the column shift lever to Power Button the M (Manual) position.
Page 29 In Brief 1-23 2. Press the plus/minus buttons, Four-Wheel Drive Manual Transfer Case located on the steering column If the vehicle has Four-Wheel Drive, shift lever, to select the desired you can send the engine's driving range of gears for current driving power to all four wheels for extra conditions.
Page 30 1-24 In Brief Electronic Transfer Case Automatic Transfer Case AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Drive): This setting is ideal for use when road surface traction conditions are variable. 4 (Four-Wheel High): Use the Four-Wheel-Drive High position when extra traction is needed, such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off-road situations.
Page 31: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1-25 Vehicle Features SEEK or SEEK: Seek or scan stations. Radio(s) : Press to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time. While the ignition is off, press this button to display the time. Press to display additional text information related to the current FM-RDS or XM station;...
Page 32: Portable Audio Devices
1-26 In Brief Storing Radio Stations 3. Press the softkey located under For more information, refer to: any one of the labels to be www.xmradio.com or call A maximum of 36 stations can be changed. 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.) stored as favorites using the six 4.
Page 33 In Brief 1-27 ® Bluetooth Steering Wheel Controls : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn For vehicles with a Bluetooth the sound on. Press and hold longer system, it allows users with a than two seconds to interact with Bluetooth enabled cell phone to ®...
Page 34: Cruise Control
1-28 In Brief Cruise Control Driver Information : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set Center (DIC) speed from memory. The DIC display is located at the See Cruise Control on page 9 63. bottom of the instrument panel cluster.
Page 35 In Brief 1-29 Rear Vision : Press to display the : Press to set or reset certain odometer, trip odometer, fuel range, functions and to turn off or Camera (RVC) average economy, fuel used, timer, acknowledge messages on the DIC. If available, the RVC displays a view instantaneous economy and Active For more information, see Driver...
Page 36: Universal Remote System
1-30 In Brief Ultrasonic Parking Assist Power Outlets Universal Remote System If available, Ultrasonic Rear Parking Accessory power outlets can be Assist (URPA) system uses sensors used to plug in electrical equipment, on the rear bumper to assist with such as a cell phone, MP3 parking and avoiding objects while player, etc.
Page 37 In Brief 1-31 Sunroof Vent: From the closed position, Close: From the vent, or open press and hold the rear of the switch position, press and hold the front of Extended Cab to vent the sunroof. To close the the switch to close the sunroof. sunroof, press and hold the front of The sunroof also has a roller the switch.
Page 38 1-32 In Brief Crew Cab Vent: From the closed position, When the sunroof is opened, an air press the rear of the passenger side deflector will automatically raise. switch (B) to vent the sunroof. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed.
Page 39: Maintenance
In Brief 1-33 To turn off both traction control Performance and soon as possible and inflate the and StabiliTrak, press and hold tires to the recommended pressure Maintenance until illuminates and the shown on the Tire and Loading appropriate DIC message Information label.
Page 40: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
1-34 In Brief Engine Oil Life System On all vehicles, the Engine Oil Life Driving for Better Fuel System can be reset as follows: Economy The engine oil life system calculates 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with engine oil life based on vehicle use Driving habits can affect fuel the engine off.
Page 41: Onstar Overview
Canada: 1-800-268-6800 The Online Owner Center is a Mexico: 01-800-466-0801 complimentary service that includes online service reminders, vehicle As the owner of a new GMC, you maintenance tips, online owner are automatically enrolled in the manual, special privileges, Roadside Assistance program.
Page 42 1-36 In Brief NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 43: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ....2-14 Windows Manual Mirrors ....2-14 Trailer-Tow Mirrors .
Page 44: Keys And Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks If you are locked out of the vehicle, call the Roadside Assistance Center. See Roadside Assistance Keys Program (U.S. and Canada) on page 13 8 or Roadside Assistance WARNING Program (Mexico) on page 13 10. With an active OnStar subscription, Leaving children in a vehicle with an OnStar Advisor may remotely...
Page 45: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows If there is a decrease in the RKE Remote Keyless Entry (Remote Vehicle Start): For operating range: (RKE) System Operation vehicles with this feature, press Check the distance. The to start the engine from outside the The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter may be too far from vehicle using the RKE transmitter.
Page 46 Keys, Doors, and Windows When the replacement transmitter is (Unlock): Press once to unlock (Vehicle Locator/Panic programmed to this vehicle, all Alarm): Press and release to only the driver door. If is pressed remaining transmitters must also be locate the vehicle. The turn signal again within three seconds, all reprogrammed.
Page 47 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2. Remove the old battery. Do not During a remote start, if the vehicle use a metal object. has an automatic climate control system and heated seats, the 3. Insert the new battery, positive heated seats will turn on during side facing down.
Page 48 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the vehicle has the remote start When the vehicle starts, the The vehicle can be remote started feature, the RKE transmitter parking lamps will turn on and two separate times between driving functions will have an increased remain on while the vehicle is sequences.
Page 49 Keys, Doors, and Windows The vehicle cannot be remote Door Locks WARNING (Continued) started if the key is in the ignition, the hood is not closed, or if there is WARNING injuries or even death from an emission control system heat stroke.
Page 50: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks Pressing the power lock switch Lockout Protection twice will override the delayed With power door locks, the switches If the driver side power door lock locking feature and immediately lock on the front doors can be used to switch is pressed when the driver all the doors.
Page 51: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors Rear Doors (Extended Cab) Open the rear doors to access the To open a rear access door from the security locks on the inside edge of inside, first open the front door. each door. Then, use the handle located on the inside of the rear access door To set the locks, insert a key into to open.
Page 52 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Tailgate Open the tailgate by lifting up on its To remove the tailgate: handle while pulling the tailgate down. WARNING To shut the tailgate, firmly push it It is extremely dangerous to ride upward until it latches. on the tailgate, even when the After closing the tailgate, pull it back vehicle is operated at low speeds.
Page 53: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 2. With the tailgate about halfway Vehicle Security If the delayed locking feature is open, lift the right edge of the active, the alarm will not be This vehicle has theft-deterrent tailgate from the lower pivot. activated until all doors are features;...
Page 54: Immobilizer Operation
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows It activates only if you use the Testing the Alarm Immobilizer power door lock switch or the RKE To test the alarm: See Radio Frequency Statement on transmitter. The vehicle can be page 13 22 for information 1.
Page 55 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 The security light will come on if If the vehicle does start, the first key To program the new additional key: there is a problem with arming or may be faulty. See your dealer who 1.
Page 56: Exterior Mirrors
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows If you lose or damage your Exterior Mirrors Manual Mirrors PASS-Key III+ key, see your dealer Vehicles with outside manual or a locksmith who can service Convex Mirrors mirrors can be adjusted by moving PASS-Key III+ to have a new the mirror up and down or left to key made.
Page 57: Power Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Trailer-Tow Mirrors Power Mirrors 3. Adjust the outside mirror so that the side of the vehicle and the area behind are seen. 4. Press either (A) or (B) again to deselect the mirror. Folding Mirrors If the vehicle has towing mirrors, they can be adjusted for a clearer view of the objects behind you.
Page 58: Heated Mirrors
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Foldaway Manual Foldaway Heated Mirrors 1. Press (A) to fold the mirrors out Manually fold the mirrors inward to For vehicles with heated mirrors: to the driving position. prevent damage when going (Rear Window Defogger): through an automatic car wash.
Page 59: Interior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Park Tilt Mirrors Interior Mirrors The vehicle may also have a Rear Vision Camera (RVC). See Rear If the vehicle has the memory Vision Camera (RVC) on page 9 68 Manual Rearview Mirror package, the passenger and/or for more information.
Page 60: Windows
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Windows Power Windows WARNING WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with Leaving children, helpless adults, the keys is dangerous for many or pets in a vehicle with the reasons. Children or others could windows closed is dangerous. be badly injured or even killed.
Page 61: Rear Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Express-down Windows Rear Windows Vehicles with the express-down Power Sliding Rear Window feature allow the driver and front passenger windows to be lowered without holding the switch. Push the switch down to the second detent, then release, to activate the express-down mode.
Page 62: Roof
2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows The power sliding rear window Sun Visors Roof works when the ignition has been turned to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/ Sunroof (Extended Cab) RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9 32 for more information.
Page 63: Sunroof (Crew Cab)
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Vent: From the closed position, closed position. To open the roof sealing area using a clean press and hold the rear of the switch sunshade, press and unlatch it, and cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not to vent the sunroof.
Page 64 2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows See Retained Accessory Power When the sunroof is opened, an air (RAP) on page 9 32 for more deflector will automatically raise. information. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed. Vent: From the closed position, press the rear of the passenger side The sunroof also has a sunshade switch (B) to vent the sunroof.
Page 65 Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety Belt Use During Adding Equipment to the Pregnancy ....3-20 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-40 Restraints Lap Belt (Crew and Airbag System Check .
Page 66 Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that Adjust the head restraint so that the The height of the head restraint can occupants will suffer a neck/ top of the restraint is at the same...
Page 67 Seats and Restraints Rear Seats Front Seats The rear seat has adjustable Seat Adjustment headrests in the outboard seating positions. WARNING The height of the headrest can be adjusted. Pull the headrest up to You can lose control of the raise it.
Page 68 Seats and Restraints Center Seat Power Seat Adjustment To adjust the seatback, see Power Reclining Seatbacks under If equipped, the center front Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 5. seatback doubles as an armrest and cupholder/storage area for the driver Lumbar Adjustment and passenger when the center front seat is not used.
Page 69 Seats and Restraints Power Lumbar raise or lower the height of the WARNING (Continued) support, press and hold the top or bottom of the control. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the Reclining Seatbacks seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear the WARNING safety belt properly.
Page 70 Seats and Restraints Manual Reclining Seatbacks To return the seatback to the upright position: WARNING 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the You can lose control of the seatback, and the seatback will vehicle if you try to adjust a return to the upright position.
Page 71 Seats and Restraints Power Reclining Seatbacks Memory Seats Storing Memory Positions To save into memory: 1. Adjust the driver seat, seatback recliner, both outside mirrors, and the throttle and brake pedals, if equipped. See Power Mirrors on page 2 15 and Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9 27 for more information.
Page 72 Seats and Restraints Memory Remote Recall If something has blocked the driver A single beep sounds. The driver seat and/or the adjustable pedals seat moves back approximately The memory feature can recall the while recalling a memory position, 8 cm (3 in). To move the seat back driver seat, outside mirrors, and the recall may stop.
Page 73: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Heated and Ventilated Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of Front Seats the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to WARNING the off setting. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one If you cannot feel temperature for the lowest.
Page 74: Rear Seats Rear Seats
3-10 Seats and Restraints Remote Start Heated Seats Rear Seats When it is cold outside, the heated seats may turn on automatically Rear Seats (Extended during a remote vehicle start. The Cab Full Bench) heated seats will be canceled when the ignition is turned on.
Page 75 Seats and Restraints 3-11 To unfold the seat: Rear Seats (All Split To return the seat to the normal seating position, slowly pull the seat Bench and Hybrid Full 1. Push the seat cushion rearward cushion down. while pulling the release strap Bench) under the seat cushion.
Page 76: Safety Belts
3-12 Seats and Restraints Safety Belts Why Safety Belts Work WARNING (Continued) This section of the manual are more likely to be seriously describes how to use safety belts injured or killed. Do not allow properly. It also describes some passengers to ride in any area of things not to do with safety belts.
Page 77: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-13 When you wear a safety belt, you Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why How to Wear Safety Belts and the vehicle slow down together. should I have to wear safety Properly There is more time to stop because belts? you stop over a longer distance and, This section is only for people of...
Page 78 3-14 Seats and Restraints Wear the lap part of the belt low There are important things to know WARNING and snug on the hips, just about wearing a safety belt properly. touching the thighs. In a crash, You can be seriously injured, this applies force to the strong or even killed, by not wearing pelvic bones and you would be...
Page 79: Properly
Seats and Restraints 3-15 Lap-Shoulder Belt 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it If the vehicle is a regular cab, then get twisted. all seating positions in the vehicle The lap-shoulder belt may lock if have a lap-shoulder belt.
Page 80 3-16 Seats and Restraints 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster later in this section. 3. Push the latch plate into the To unlatch the belt, push the button buckle until it clicks.
Page 81: Extended Cab
Seats and Restraints 3-17 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger. Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it. The belt should be close to, but not contacting, the neck.
Page 82 3-18 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Pretensioners Rear Safety Belt Comfort Here is how to install a comfort guide to the shoulder belt: Guides This vehicle has safety belt 1. Remove the guide from its pretensioners for front outboard This vehicle may have rear shoulder storage clip on the interior body.
Page 83 Seats and Restraints 3-19 WARNING A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 84: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
3-20 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety Pregnancy belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a Safety belts work for everyone, crash.
Page 85: Safety Belt Extender
Seats and Restraints 3-21 Safety Belt Extender Safety System Check If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten Now and then, check that the safety around you, you should use it. belt reminder light, safety belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and But if a safety belt is not long anchorages are all working properly.
Page 86: Safety Belt Care
3-22 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Care Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. System Parts after a Keep belts clean and dry. But the safety belt assemblies that Crash were used during any crash may WARNING have been stressed or damaged.
Page 87: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints 3-23 Airbag System For frontal airbags, the word Here are the most important things AIRBAG will appear on the middle to know about the airbag system: The vehicle has the following part of the steering wheel for the airbags: driver and on the instrument panel WARNING...
Page 88 3-24 Seats and Restraints WARNING WARNING Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against, force and faster than the blink of or very close to, any airbag when an eye, anyone who is up it inflates can be seriously injured against, or very close to any or killed.
Page 89: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-25 Where Are the Airbags? Driver Side Shown, Passenger The right front passenger airbag is Side Similar in the instrument panel on the passenger side. If the vehicle has seat mounted side The driver airbag is in the middle of impact airbags for the driver and the steering wheel.
Page 90 3-26 Seats and Restraints WARNING WARNING (Continued) If something is between an Do not use seat accessories that occupant and an airbag, the block the inflation path of a airbag might not inflate properly seat-mounted side impact airbag. or it might force the object into Never secure anything to the roof that person causing severe injury of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags...
Page 91: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-27 When Should an Airbag Frontal airbags may inflate at Frontal airbags are not intended to different crash speeds. For inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear Inflate? example: impacts, or in many side impacts. Frontal airbags are designed to If the vehicle hits a stationary If the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight inflate in moderate to severe frontal...
Page 92 3-28 Seats and Restraints For moderate frontal impacts, The vehicle may or may not have of the vehicle is struck, or if the dual-stage airbags inflate at a level seat mounted side impact and sensing system predicts that the less than full deployment. For more roof-rail airbags.
Page 93: What Makes An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-29 What Makes an Airbag How Does an Airbag Rollover capable roof-rail airbags are designed to help contain the Inflate? Restrain? head and chest of occupants in the outboard seating positions in the In a deployment event, the sensing In moderate to severe frontal or first and second rows.
Page 94: What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates
3-30 Seats and Restraints What Will You See after The parts of the airbag that come WARNING (Continued) into contact with you may be warm, an Airbag Inflates? but not too hot to touch. There may To avoid this, everyone in the be some smoke and dust coming After the frontal airbags and vehicle should get out as soon as...
Page 95 Seats and Restraints 3-31 The vehicle has a crash sensing In many crashes severe enough to WARNING and diagnostic module which inflate the airbag, windshields are records information after a broken by vehicle deformation. A crash severe enough to inflate crash.
Page 96: Airbag On-Off Switch
3-32 Seats and Restraints Airbag On-Off Switch If the vehicle does not have an airbag off switch, it may have a If one of the switches pictured in the passenger sensing system. See following illustrations is located in Passenger Sensing System on the glove box, the vehicle has an page 3 35.
Page 97 Seats and Restraints 3-33 Child age 1 to 12. A child from turning off the airbag and age 1 to 12 must ride in the front allowing the passenger, even if seat because: belted, to hit the instrument panel or windshield in a crash. My vehicle has no rear seat;...
Page 98 3-34 Seats and Restraints To turn off the right front passenger WARNING airbag, insert the ignition key into the switch, push in, and move the If the airbag readiness light ever switch to the off position. comes on and stays on, it means The word OFF or the off symbol will that something may be wrong come on in the passenger airbag...
Page 99: Passenger Sensing
Seats and Restraints 3-35 To turn the right front passenger In addition, if the vehicle has a OFF, or the symbol for on or off, will airbag on again, insert the ignition passenger sensing system for the be visible. See Passenger Airbag key into the switch, push in, and right front passenger position, the Status Indicator on page 5 23.
Page 100 3-36 Seats and Restraints We recommend that children be If the vehicle does not have a rear WARNING (Continued) secured in a rear seat, including: an seat that will accommodate a infant or a child riding in a rear-facing child restraint, a passenger airbag inflates and the rear-facing child restraint;...
Page 101 Seats and Restraints 3-37 The passenger sensing system is 3. Remove any additional items WARNING designed to turn on (may inflate) the from the seat such as blankets, right front passenger frontal airbag cushions, seat covers, seat If the airbag readiness light ever anytime the system senses that a heaters, or seat massagers.
Page 102 3-38 Seats and Restraints 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator is Lit for an use the following steps to allow the restraint and restarting the system to detect that person and Adult-Size Occupant vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, enable the right front passenger turn the vehicle off.
Page 103 Seats and Restraints 3-39 Additional Factors Affecting A thick layer of additional material, WARNING such as a blanket or cushion, System Operation or aftermarket equipment such as Safety belts help keep the Stowing of articles under the seat covers, seat heaters, and seat passenger in position on the seat passenger seat or between the massagers can affect how well the...
Page 104: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
3-40 Seats and Restraints Servicing the sensors, side impact sensors, WARNING (Continued) or airbag wiring can affect the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle operation of the airbag system. proper service procedures, and Airbags affect how the vehicle In addition, the vehicle may have make sure the person performing should be serviced.
Page 105 Seats and Restraints 3-41 This could either prevent proper Q: What if I added a snow plow? Q: Because I have a disability, deployment of the passenger Will it keep the airbags from I have to get my vehicle airbag(s) or prevent the working properly? modified.
Page 106: Airbag System Check
3-42 Seats and Restraints Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See Parts after a Crash The airbag system does not need your dealer for service. regularly scheduled maintenance or If the airbag readiness light stays on replacement.
Page 107: Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-43 Can proper safety belt fit be Child Restraints The manufacturer's instructions that maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the trip? If yes, continue. If no, weight and height limitations for that Older Children return to the booster seat.
Page 108 3-44 Seats and Restraints According to accident statistics, WARNING (Continued) children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child might also slide under the lap restraint system or infant restraint belt. The belt force would then be system secured in a rear seating applied right on the abdomen.
Page 109: Infants And Young
Seats and Restraints 3-45 Infants and Young Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer WARNING (Continued) protection for adults and older Children children, but not for young children 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's and infants. Neither the vehicle's Everyone in a vehicle needs arms.
Page 110 3-46 Seats and Restraints For most basic types of child WARNING restraints, there are many different models available. When Never do this. purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in Children who are up against, a motor vehicle.
Page 111: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints 3-47 Child Restraint Systems WARNING WARNING To reduce the risk of neck and A young child's hip bones are still head injury during a crash, infants so small that the vehicle's regular need complete support. This is safety belt may not remain low on because an infant's neck is not the hip bones, as it should.
Page 112 3-48 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system, following the (B) Forward-Facing Child Seat...
Page 113: Where To Put The Restraint
Seats and Restraints 3-49 endangered in a crash if the child Administration (NHTSA) website to We recommend that children and restraint is not properly secured in locate the nearest child safety seat child restraints be secured in a rear the vehicle. inspection station.
Page 114 3-50 Seats and Restraints A label on the sun visor says, WARNING (Continued) WARNING Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front. This is because the risk to guarantee that an airbag will not A child in a child restraint in the the rear-facing child is so great, deploy under some unusual center front seat can be badly...
Page 115: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
Seats and Restraints 3-51 Depending on where you place the Lower Anchors and In order to use the LATCH system in child restraint and the size of the your vehicle, you need a child Tethers for Children child restraint, you may not be able restraint that has LATCH (LATCH System) to access adjacent safety belt...
Page 116 3-52 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Your child restraint may have a single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached.
Page 117 Seats and Restraints 3-53 Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Regular Cab Three-Passenger Crew and Extended Cab Rear Seat Front Seat (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. (Top Tether Anchor): Seating Regular Cab Two-Passenger positions with top tether anchors. Front Seat (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors.
Page 118 3-54 Seats and Restraints Child Restraints (Center Front Seat Position) on page 3 62 or Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Seat Position) on page 3 62 for more information. For regular cab models, the top For regular cab models, there is an tether anchors are located under anchor symbol on the covers to covers on the back panel behind the...
Page 119: System
Seats and Restraints 3-55 Be sure to read the instructions Securing a Child Restraint WARNING following to properly install a child Designed for the LATCH restraint using these loops. System Do not attach more than one child Do not secure a child restraint in a restraint to a single anchor, position without a top tether anchor WARNING...
Page 120 3-56 Seats and Restraints Regular Cab Models 1.4. Route, attach, and tighten WARNING the top tether according to 1. If the child restraint manufacturer your child restraint recommends that the top tether Children can be seriously injured instructions and the be attached, attach and tighten or strangled if a shoulder belt is following instructions:...
Page 121 Seats and Restraints 3-57 2. See Securing Child Restraints Crew and Extended Cab Models (Rear Seat Position) on 1. Attach and tighten the lower page 3 60 or Securing Child attachments to the lower Restraints (Center Front Seat anchors. If the child restraint Position) on page 3 62 or does not have lower Securing Child Restraints (Right...
Page 122 3-58 Seats and Restraints 2. If the child restraint manufacturer restraint post, and recommends that the top tether under the center be attached, attach and tighten shoulder belt (C). the top tether to the top tether Attach the top anchor (loop), if your vehicle has tether (B) to the top one.
Page 123: Replacing Latch System
Seats and Restraints 3-59 2.3. When using a child restraint 2.4. Tighten the top tether when Replacing LATCH System with a top tether in the rear and as the child restraint Parts After a Crash passenger position: manufacturer's instructions say. Raise the headrest WARNING or head restraint.
Page 124: Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat Position)
3-60 Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have (Rear Seat Position) a top tether, and that the tether be attached. When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the If the child restraint does not have instructions that came with the child the LATCH system, you will be...
Page 125 Seats and Restraints 3-61 3. Push the latch plate into the 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 5. To tighten the belt, push down buckle until it clicks. out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the lock.
Page 126: Position)
3-62 Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints Securing Child Restraints tether, follow the child restraint (Center Front Seat (Right Front Seat manufacturer's instructions Position) Position) regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and With Passenger Sensing Tethers for Children (LATCH WARNING...
Page 127 Seats and Restraints 3-63 A label on the sun visor says, If the vehicle does not have a rear WARNING (Continued) Never put a rear-facing child seat in seat that will accommodate a the front. This is because the risk to rear-facing child restraint, a Even if the passenger sensing the rear-facing child is so great,...
Page 128 3-64 Seats and Restraints In Canada, the law requires that 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run forward-facing child restraints have the lap and shoulder portions of a top tether, and that the tether be the vehicle's safety belt through attached.
Page 129 Seats and Restraints 3-65 7. If the vehicle does not have a If a child restraint has been installed rear seat and the child restraint and the on indicator is lit, see If the has a top tether, follow the child On Indicator is Lit for a Child restraint manufacturer's Restraint under Passenger Sensing...
Page 130 3-66 Seats and Restraints A label on the sun visor says, WARNING (Continued) WARNING Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front unless airbag is off. This is Even if the airbag switch has If the airbag readiness light ever because the risk to the rear-facing turned off the right front comes on and stays on, it means...
Page 131 Seats and Restraints 3-67 If the child restraint has the LATCH You will be using the lap-shoulder 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run system, see Lower Anchors and belt to secure the child restraint in the lap and shoulder portions of Tethers for Children (LATCH this position.
Page 132 3-68 Seats and Restraints 7. If your vehicle does not have a rear seat and your child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3 51.
Page 133 Seats and Restraints 3-69 If you turned the airbag off with the Never put a rear-facing child If the child restraint has the LATCH switch, turn on the right front restraint in the right front passenger system, see Lower Anchors and passenger airbag when you remove seat.
Page 134 3-70 Seats and Restraints You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint.
Page 135 Seats and Restraints 3-71 7. If your child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3 51 for more information.
Page 136 3-72 Seats and Restraints NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 137: Storage Compartments
Storage Storage Storage Glove Box Compartments Lift up on the glove box lever to open it. Storage Compartments Instrument Panel Storage Instrument Panel Storage ..4-1 Cupholders Glove Box ....4-1 For vehicles equipped with an Vehicles with cupholders have them Cupholders .
Page 138: Armrest Storage
Storage Armrest Storage Center Console Storage Vehicles with a rear seat armrest Vehicles with an upper and lower have two cupholders. Pull the center console storage area have armrest down from the rear cupholders included. seatback to access the cupholders. Pull the lever (A) up to access the upper storage area.
Page 139 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature Information Displays Gauge ..... . 5-17 Driver Information Controls Voltmeter Gauge ... . . 5-18 Center (DIC) .
Page 140: Controls
Instruments and Controls Transmission Messages ..5-50 Controls To adjust the steering wheel: Vehicle Reminder 1. Hold the steering wheel and pull Messages ....5-51 Steering Wheel the lever.
Page 141: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Steering Wheel Controls Radio Navigating Folders on an iPod or USB Device (Vehicles without a To select preset or favorite radio Navigation System): stations: 1. Press and hold Press and release while listening to a song until the go to the next or previous radio contents of the current folder station stored as a preset or...
Page 142 Instruments and Controls Navigating an iPod or USB Device For vehicles with the navigation 2. Press and hold on the Main Audio Screen system, press and hold this button move quickly through the tracks (Vehicles with a Navigation for longer than one second to within the selected category.
Page 143: Horn
Instruments and Controls For vehicles with a navigation Windshield Wiper/Washer (Adjustable Interval Wipes): system: Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent 1. Press and hold until a beep is wipes. heard, to place the radio into (Low Speed): Slow SCAN mode.
Page 144: Compass
Instruments and Controls Windshield Washer Compass To adjust for compass variance, use the following procedure: The vehicle may have a compass in WARNING Compass Variance (Zone) the Driver Information Center (DIC). Procedure In freezing weather, do not use Compass Zone 1.
Page 145 Instruments and Controls 4. Press the trip/fuel button until If CAL should ever appear in the the vehicle heading, for DIC display, the compass should be example, N for North, is calibrated. displayed in the DIC. Or, if the If the DIC display does not show a vehicle does not have DIC heading, for example, N for North, buttons, press and hold the trip...
Page 146: Clock
Instruments and Controls To calibrate the compass, use the 3. Press the set/reset button to Clock following procedure: start the compass calibration. Or, AM-FM Radio and AM FM if the vehicle does not have DIC Compass Calibration Procedure Radio with CD Player buttons, press and hold the trip 1.
Page 147 Instruments and Controls 3. Press the softkey located under To change the time default setting 4. Press the button until the any one of the tabs to change from 12 hour to 24 hour or to change 12HR or 24HR time format that setting.
Page 148: Power Outlets
5-10 Instruments and Controls 2. Press the MENU button and To change the time default setting Power Outlets from 12 hour to 24 hour or to change then the softkey under the Accessory power outlets can be the date default setting from month/ to display HR, MIN, MM, DD, used to plug in electrical equipment, day to day/month:...
Page 149: Cigarette Lighter
Instruments and Controls 5-11 The accessory power outlets are Certain power accessory plugs may Cigarette Lighter powered, even when the ignition is not be compatible to the accessory To use the cigarette lighter, push it in LOCK/OFF. Continuing to use power outlet and could overload in all the way, and let go.
Page 150: Ashtrays
5-12 Instruments and Controls Ashtrays Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and The vehicle may have a front function. Often gauges and warning ashtray located near the center of lights work together to indicate a Indicators the instrument panel.
Page 151: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls 5-13 Instrument Cluster English Light Duty Premium Shown. Metric, Uplevel, Base and Heavy Duty Similar. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 152: Speedometer
5-14 Instruments and Controls ® For vehicles with a DURAMAX Engine Hour Meter Display To display the odometer reading ® Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX with the ignition off, press the reset The Driver Information Center (DIC) Diesel Supplement for more button.
Page 153: Fuel Gauge
Instruments and Controls 5-15 Fuel Gauge When the ignition is on, the fuel Here are some situations owners gauge shows about how much fuel can experience with the fuel gauge. is left in the fuel tank. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge.
Page 154: Engine Oil Pressure
5-16 Instruments and Controls Engine Oil Pressure A reading outside the normal operating range can be caused by a Gauge dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure. Check the vehicle's oil as soon as possible. See OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE under Engine Oil Messages on page 5 45 and Engine Oil on...
Page 155: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Instruments and Controls 5-17 Notice: Lack of proper engine oil Engine Coolant maintenance can damage the Temperature Gauge engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information.
Page 156: Voltmeter Gauge
5-18 Instruments and Controls It also provides an indicator of how Voltmeter Gauge When the ignition is on, this gauge hard the vehicle is working. During a indicates the battery voltage. majority of the operation, the gauge When the engine is running, this reads 100°C (210°F) or less.
Page 157: Safety Belt Reminders
Instruments and Controls 5-19 Readings outside the normal Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt operating range can also occur Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder when a large number of electrical Light accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left idling There is a driver safety belt for an extended period.
Page 158: Airbag Readiness Light
5-20 Instruments and Controls If the passenger safety belt is Airbag Readiness Light WARNING buckled, neither the chime nor the The system checks the airbag's light comes on. If the airbag readiness light stays electrical system for possible The front passenger safety belt on after the vehicle is started or malfunctions.
Page 159: Airbag On-Off Light
Instruments and Controls 5-21 Airbag On-Off Light Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator ON or OFF, If the vehicle has an airbag on-off or either the on or off symbol, will switch, it also has a passenger light to let you know the status of airbag status indicator located in the the right front passenger frontal overhead console.
Page 160 5-22 Instruments and Controls WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Do not turn off the passenger To help avoid injury to yourself or airbag unless the person sitting others, have the vehicle serviced there is in a risk group identified right away. See Airbag Readiness by the national government.
Page 161: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls 5-23 Passenger Airbag Status If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status Indicator indicator, it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag is If the vehicle has one of the enabled (may inflate).
Page 162: Charging System Light
5-24 Instruments and Controls If, after several seconds, both status Charging System Light The light should go out once the indicator lights remain on, or if there engine starts. If it stays on, are no lights at all, there may be a or comes on while driving, there problem with the lights or the could be a problem with the...
Page 163: Indicator Lamp
Instruments and Controls 5-25 Malfunction Malfunctions often are indicated by vehicle warranty. This could also the system before any problem is result in a failure to pass a Indicator Lamp apparent. Being aware of the light required Emission Inspection/ can prevent more serious damage Maintenance test.
Page 164 5-26 Instruments and Controls Check that good quality fuel is If the light continues to flash, stop Emissions Inspection and used. Poor fuel quality causes and park the vehicle. Turn the Maintenance Programs the engine not to run as vehicle off, wait at least 10 seconds, Some local governments may have efficiently as designed and may and restart the engine.
Page 165: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-27 The vehicle may not pass If this has been done and the The vehicle brake system consists inspection if: vehicle still does not pass the of two hydraulic circuits. If one inspection for lack of OBD II circuit is not working, the remaining The malfunction indicator lamp is system readiness, your dealer...
Page 166: Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light
5-28 Instruments and Controls Antilock Brake System WARNING (ABS) Warning Light The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system Metric English warning light on can lead to a crash.
Page 167: Four-Wheel-Drive Light
Instruments and Controls 5-29 If the regular brake system warning Four-Wheel-Drive Light Tow/Haul Mode Light light is not on, the vehicle still has brakes, but not antilock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes.
Page 168: Off Light
5-30 Instruments and Controls ® StabiliTrak OFF Light If the StabiliTrak/TCS system is off, If the light comes on and stays on the system does not assist in while driving, and a message controlling the vehicle. Turn on the displays in the Driver Information StabiliTrak/TCS system and the Center (DIC), have the vehicle indicator light turns off.
Page 169: Engine Oil Pressure Light
Instruments and Controls 5-31 When the Light Is On Steady Engine Oil Pressure Light This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, This indicates that one or more of have the vehicle serviced by your the tires are significantly dealer.
Page 170: Low Fuel Warning Light
5-32 Instruments and Controls Low Fuel Warning Light Security Light For information regarding this light and the vehicle's security system, see Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2 11. High-Beam On Light This light, under the fuel gauge, The security light should come on comes on briefly while the engine is briefly as the engine is started.
Page 171: Front Fog Lamp Light
Instruments and Controls 5-33 Front Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) The vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC displays information about For vehicles with fog lamps, this For vehicles equipped with cruise this vehicle.
Page 172 5-34 Instruments and Controls The DIC has different displays DIC Buttons The temperature will be shown in °C which can be accessed by pressing or °F depending on the units the DIC buttons located on the selected. instrument panel, next to the (Vehicle Information): Press steering wheel.
Page 173 Instruments and Controls 5-35 Trip/Fuel Menu Items (with DIC The trip odometer can be reset to For example, if the vehicle was zero by pressing the set/reset driven 8 km (5 miles) before it is Buttons) button while the trip odometer is started again, and then the (Trip/Fuel): Press this button displayed.
Page 174 5-36 Instruments and Controls For example, if driving in traffic and Fuel Used Time will continue to be counted as making frequent stops, this display long as the ignition is on, even if Press the trip/fuel button until may read one number, but if the another display is being shown on FUEL USED displays.
Page 175 Instruments and Controls 5-37 Instantaneous Economy and will display. See Active Fuel When the remaining oil life is low, ® Active Fuel Management Management on page 9 35 for the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON Indicator more information. message will appear on the display. See CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON If the vehicle has this display, press Blank Display...
Page 176 5-38 Instruments and Controls Units If a low tire pressure condition is OUTPUT shows the power output to detected by the system while the trailer any time a trailer with Press the vehicle information button driving, a message advising you to electric brakes is connected.
Page 177 Instruments and Controls 5-39 Oil Pressure Trip Odometer Reset Stem The trip odometer has a feature called the retro-active reset. This Menu Items (with DIC Buttons) This display shows the oil pressure can be used to set the trip odometer in either kilopascals (kPa) or pounds Use the trip odometer reset stem to the number of miles (kilometers)
Page 178 5-40 Instruments and Controls Language Engine Hours 3. Continue to press and hold the trip odometer reset stem to scroll This display allows you to select the To display the ENGINE HOURS, through all of the available language in which the DIC place the ignition in LOCK/OFF or languages.
Page 179 Instruments and Controls 5-41 The trip odometer has a feature Transmission Temperature To adjust trailer gain see Integrated called the retro-active reset. This Trailer Brake Control System under Press the trip odometer reset stem can be used to set the trip odometer Towing Equipment on page 9 100 until TRANS TEMP displays.
Page 180: Vehicle Messages
5-42 Instruments and Controls Oil Pressure change the oil on a schedule Vehicle Messages consistent with your driving This display shows the oil pressure Messages displayed on the DIC conditions. in either kilopascals (kPa) or pounds indicate the status of the vehicle or per square inch (psi).
Page 181: Battery Voltage And Charging
Instruments and Controls 5-43 Battery Voltage and could drain the battery. Turn off all vehicle and check for the message unnecessary accessories. Have the on the DIC display. If the message Charging Messages electrical system checked as soon is still displayed or appears again as possible.
Page 182: Door Ajar Messages
5-44 Instruments and Controls See Integrated Trailer Brake LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN the door for obstructions, and close Control System under Towing the door again. Check to see if the (Crew Cab) Equipment on page 9 100 for more message still appears on the DIC. This message displays and a chime information.
Page 183: Engine Oil Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-45 ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP Engine Oil Messages ENGINE ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON Notice: If you drive the vehicle Notice: If you drive the vehicle This message displays when the while the engine is overheating, while the engine is overheating, engine oil needs to be changed.
Page 184: Engine Power Messages
5-46 Instruments and Controls OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP Engine Power Messages Fuel System Messages ENGINE ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED FUEL LEVEL LOW Notice: If you drive the vehicle This message displays and a chime This message displays and a chime while the engine oil pressure is may sound when the cooling system may sound if the fuel level is low.
Page 185: Key And Lock Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-47 Key and Lock Messages Object Detection System SERVICE PARK ASSIST Messages This message displays if there is a REPLACE BATTERY IN problem with the Ultrasonic Rear REMOTE KEY PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE Parking Assist (URPA) system. Do OWNERS MANUAL This message displays if a Remote not use this system to help you...
Page 186 5-48 Instruments and Controls SERVICE TRACTION TRACTION XX STABILITRAK OFF may also display when the stability control CONTROL STABILITRAK XX has been automatically disabled. If the vehicle has StabiliTrak, this This message displays when the There are several conditions that message displays when there is a traction control and/or StabiliTrak can cause this message to appear.
Page 187: Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-49 The message turns off as soon as off the engine. See Immobilizer to appear. See Tire Pressure the conditions that caused the Operation on page 2 12 for more Monitor Operation on page 10 65 for message to be displayed are no information.
Page 188: Transmission Messages
5-50 Instruments and Controls TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE the tire pressure values. See Driver TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE Information Center (DIC) on ENGINE If the vehicle has the Tire Pressure page 5 33. Monitor System (TPMS), this Notice: If you drive the vehicle message displays when the while the transmission fluid is Transmission Messages...
Page 189: Washer Fluid Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-51 Vehicle Reminder As soon as it is safe to do so, This message clears itself after carefully pull the vehicle over to the several seconds. This message also Messages side of the road and turn the ignition clears if you acknowledge it.
Page 190: Vehicle Personalization
5-52 Instruments and Controls Vehicle To change customization Press the customization button until preferences, use the following the PRESS TO DISPLAY IN Personalization procedure. ENGLISH screen appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset Entering the Feature Vehicle Personalization button once to display all DIC Settings Menu (With DIC Buttons) messages in English.
Page 191 Instruments and Controls 5-53 NO CHANGE: No change will be Press the customization button until AUTO DOOR UNLOCK made to this feature. The current AUTO DOOR LOCK appears on the This feature allows you to turn off setting will remain. DIC display.
Page 192 5-54 Instruments and Controls DRIVER IN PARK: Only the driver See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) NO CHANGE: No change will be door will unlock when the vehicle is System Operation on page 2 3 for made to this feature. The current shifted into P (Park) .
Page 193 Instruments and Controls 5-55 Press the customization button until DELAY DOOR LOCK ON (default): The doors will not REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK appears lock until five seconds after the last On vehicles with a crew cab, this on the DIC display. Press the set/ door is closed.
Page 194 5-56 Instruments and Controls 30 SECONDS (default): The Press the customization button until To select a setting, press the set/ exterior lamps will stay on for APPROACH LIGHTING appears on reset button while the desired 30 seconds. the DIC display. Press the set/reset setting is displayed on the DIC.
Page 195 Instruments and Controls 5-57 To select a setting, press the set/ PASSENGER MIRROR: The Press the customization button until reset button while the desired passenger outside mirror will be EASY EXIT RECALL appears on setting is displayed on the DIC. tilted down when the vehicle is the DIC display.
Page 196 5-58 Instruments and Controls NO CHANGE: No change will be NO CHANGE: No change will be Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed. made to this feature. The current made to this feature. The current On some vehicles with the setting will remain. setting will remain.
Page 197 Instruments and Controls 5-59 Press the customization button until Press the customization button until If you do not exit, pressing the REMOTE START appears on the FACTORY SETTINGS appears on customization button again will DIC display. Press the set/reset the DIC display. Press the set/reset return you to the beginning of the button once to access the settings button once to access the settings...
Page 198: Universal Remote System
5-60 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote This system provides a way to the lease ends. See Erasing replace up to three remote control Universal Home Remote Buttons in System transmitters used to activate this section. devices such as garage door Park the vehicle outside of the See Radio Frequency Statement on openers, security systems, and...
Page 199 Instruments and Controls 5-61 hanging antenna wire is 5. Press and release the same attached to the motor-head unit button again. The garage door and may be a colored button. should move, confirming that Press this button. After pressing programming is successful and this button, complete the complete.
Page 200 5-62 Instruments and Controls Programming Universal Home Your hand-held transmitter can have between 8 to 12 dip Remote Fixed Code switches depending on the For questions or help programming brand of transmitter. the Universal Home Remote The garage door opener receiver System, call 1-866-572-2728 or go (motor head unit) could also to www.learcar2u.com.
Page 201 Instruments and Controls 5-63 If a switch is set between The switch positions on the the up and down position, hand-held transmitter could be write Middle. labeled as follows: The switch settings written A switch in the up position down in Step 2 now could be labeled as Up, become the button strokes +, or On.
Page 202 5-64 Instruments and Controls 4. The indicator lights will blink 6. Press and hold the button that slowly. Enter each switch setting will be used to control the from Step 2 into your vehicle's garage door until the garage Universal Home Remote. You door moves.
Page 203: Universal Remote System Operation
Instruments and Controls 5-65 Universal Remote System Erasing Universal Home 2. Once the indicator lights begin to blink, release both buttons. The Remote Buttons Operation codes from all buttons will be The programmed buttons should be erased. Press and hold the appropriate erased when the vehicle is sold or button for at least half of a second.
Page 204 5-66 Instruments and Controls NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 205: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 6-8 Exterior Lamp Controls Cargo Lamp ....6-8 Exterior Lighting Dome Lamps .
Page 206 Lighting License Plate Lamps The exterior lamps control has four When the vehicle is turned off and positions: the headlamps are in AUTO, the Roof Marker Lamps headlamps may automatically (If Equipped) (Off): Turns off the automatic remain on for a set time. The time of headlamps and Daytime Running When the headlamps are turned on the delay can be changed using the...
Page 207: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting Exterior Lamps Off instrument panel cluster will come on. Release the lever to return to Reminder normal operation. For vehicles with a radio, a reminder Daytime Running chime sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are manually Lamps (DRL) turned on, the ignition is off, and a When the high beams are on, this Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can...
Page 208: Automatic Headlamp
Lighting When the DRL system is on, only Automatic Headlamp the DRL lamps are on. The System taillamps, sidemarker, instrument panel lights, and other lamps will not When it is dark enough outside, the be on. automatic headlamp system turns on the headlamps at the normal When it begins to get dark, the brightness, along with the taillamps,...
Page 209: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting There is a delay in the transition To idle the vehicle with the Hazard Warning Flashers between the daytime and nighttime automatic headlamp system off, turn operation of the Daytime Running the control to the off position. Lamps (DRL) and the automatic The headlamps will also stay on headlamp systems so that driving after you exit the vehicle.
Page 210: Turn And Lane-Change
Lighting Turn and Lane-Change one second will cause the turn Fog Lamps signals to flash until you release the Signals lever. The lever returns to its starting position whenever it is released. If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or do not come on, a signal bulb could be burned out.
Page 211: Auxiliary Roof-Mounted Lamp
Lighting When the headlamps are changed The emergency roof lamp circuit is to high beam, the fog lamps also go fused at 30 amps, so the total off. When the high-beam headlamps current draw of the attached lamps are turned off, the fog lamps will should be less than this value.
Page 212: Instrument Panel Illumination
Lighting Interior Lighting Cargo Lamp Dome Lamp Override The dome lamp override button is The cargo lamps come on by Instrument Panel located next to the exterior lamps turning the instrument panel control. brightness control knob to the Illumination Control farthest clockwise position.
Page 213: Reading Lamps
Lighting Reading Lamps Lighting Features Battery Load Management For vehicles with reading lamps, Entry Lighting they are located on the overhead The vehicle has Electric Power console. Management (EPM) that estimates The vehicle has an illuminated entry the battery's temperature and state To turn on the reading lamps, press feature.
Page 214: Battery Power Protection
6-10 Lighting The battery can be discharged at EPM works to prevent excessive Battery Power Protection idle if the electrical loads are very discharge of the battery. It does this This feature shuts off the dome and high. This is true for all vehicles. by balancing the generator's output reading lamps, if they are left on for This is because the generator...
Page 215 Infotainment System Infotainment Rear Seat Infotainment Introduction Rear Seat Entertainment System (RSE) System ....7-38 Infotainment Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System ..... 7-48 Determine which radio the vehicle has and read the following pages to Introduction...
Page 216: Infotainment System
Infotainment System To minimize taking your eyes off the Contact your dealer Navigation/Radio System road while driving, do the following before adding any equipment. For vehicles with a navigation radio while the vehicle is parked: Adding audio or communication system, see the separate Navigation Become familiar with the equipment could interfere with System Manual.
Page 217: Operation
Infotainment System Operation AM-FM Radio I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 218 Infotainment System Radio with CD (MP3) Shown; Radio with USB and CD (MP3), Radio with USB and Six-Disc CD (MP3), and Radio with CD Similar I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 219 Infotainment System System on page 7 38 for more information on the vehicle's RSE system. The DVD player is the top slot on the radio faceplate. The player is capable of reading the DTS programmed DVD Audio or DVD Video media. (DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.) Dolby and the double-D symbol are...
Page 220 Infotainment System To activate SCV: Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) (Information) (AM-FM Radio and (AM-FM Radio and AM-FM AM-FM Radio with CD): Press to 1. Set the radio volume to the switch the display between the radio Radio with CD) desired level. station frequency and the time.
Page 221 Infotainment System Setting the Tone (Bass/ 3. Adjust the setting by doing one To quickly adjust all tone and of the following: speaker controls to the middle Midrange/Treble) (All Except AM-FM Radio and Radio position, press the knob for more Turn the knob clockwise with CD)
Page 222 Infotainment System Adjusting the Speakers Adjusting the Speakers To quickly adjust all speaker and tone controls to the middle position, (Balance/Fade) (AM-FM Radio (Balance/Fade) (All Except and AM-FM Radio with CD) AM-FM Radio and Radio press the knob for more than with CD) two seconds.
Page 223: Am-Fm Radio
Infotainment System Radio display and artist information SEEK: Press to seek the next displays on the bottom line. When radio station. Press and hold for a information is not available, NO few seconds until a beep sounds to AM-FM Radio INFO displays.
Page 224 7-10 Infotainment System Storing Radio Stations Setting Preset Stations The number of favorites pages can be set up using the MENU button. To store presets: Drivers are encouraged to store the To set up the number of favorites radio station while the vehicle is 1.
Page 225: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System 7-11 Satellite Radio (Information) (XM Satellite Radio SEEK: Press to go to the next Service): For vehicles with XM, XM channel. Satellite Radio Service press to display additional text REV: Press to go to the XM is a satellite radio service based information related to the current previous XM category.
Page 226 7-12 Infotainment System 2. Press either of the two softkeys Adding and Removing Categories Storing XM Channels below the desired category tab Categories cannot be added or Drivers are encouraged to store XM to immediately tune to the first removed while the vehicle is moving channels while the vehicle is XM station in that category.
Page 227 Infotainment System 7-13 Storing an XM Channel as a 4. Press the FAV button, or let the Loading XM: The audio system is Favorite menu time out, to return to the acquiring and processing audio and original main radio screen text data.
Page 228: Radio Reception
7-14 Infotainment System No CAT Info: No category message is received after having Radio Reception information is available at this time the vehicle serviced, check with Frequency interference and static on this channel. The system is your dealer. can occur during normal radio working properly.
Page 229: Fixed Mast Antenna
Infotainment System 7-15 FM Stereo Cellular Phone Usage Satellite Radio Antenna FM signals only reach about Cellular phone usage may cause The XM Satellite Radio antenna is 16 to 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although interference with the vehicle's radio. located on the roof of the vehicle.
Page 230: Audio Players
7-16 Infotainment System Audio Players the CD player and the loading slot If the surface of a CD is soiled, free of foreign materials, liquids, clean it with a soft, lint free cloth or and debris. dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, CD Player neutral detergent solution mixed If an error displays, see CD Player...
Page 231 Infotainment System 7-17 3. Load a CD. Insert the CD Ejecting a CD (Six-Disc CD When a CD is inserted, the CD partway into the slot, label side symbol displays on the left side of Player) up. The player pulls the CD in. the radio display.
Page 232 7-18 Infotainment System For the Radio with CD (MP3) and (Information): Press to display REV (Fast Reverse): Press Radio with USB and CD (MP3): additional text information related to and hold to reverse playback quickly the current song. If information is within a track.
Page 233 Infotainment System 7-19 MP3 Supported Files CD R or CD RW Supported File Order of Play and Folder Structure Compressed audio files are The Radio with CD (MP3), Radio The radio supports: accessed in the following order: with USB and CD (MP3), and Radio with USB and Six-Disc CD (MP3) Up to 50 folders.
Page 234 7-20 Infotainment System File System and Naming Playlists that have an .m3u or .pls displays on the bottom line. When file extension and are stored on a information is not available, NO The song name that displays is the USB device may be supported by INFO displays.
Page 235 Infotainment System 7-21 2. Press the softkey positioned To listen to files by another artist, (Previous Folder): Press under the RDM tab until Random press the softkey located below the softkey below the tab to Current Disc displays to play either arrow tab.
Page 236: Cd/Dvd Player
7-22 Infotainment System The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, The album name displays on the CD/DVD Player or upside down. second line between the arrows, Care of the CD and DVD Player and songs from the current album The air is very humid. If so, wait begin to play.
Page 237 Infotainment System 7-23 If an error displays, see CD If the surface of a disc is soiled, If a playback device is plugged into Messages later in this section. clean it with a soft, lint free cloth or the radio s front auxiliary input jack, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, USB port, or the rear auxiliary jack, Care of CDs and DVDs...
Page 238 7-24 Infotainment System Ejecting a Disc Playing a CD (in Either the The CD player can play the smaller 8 cm (3 in) single CDs with an DVD or CD Slot) CD (Eject): Press and release adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the to eject the disc that is currently If the ignition or radio is turned off smaller CDs are loaded in the same...
Page 239 Infotainment System 7-25 (if available). See Using the Press to go to the previous track if MP3 and WMA Supported Files Auxiliary Input Jack in Auxiliary less than five seconds on the CD Format Devices on page 7 33 or Audio/ have played.
Page 240 7-26 Infotainment System CD R or CD RW Supported File Root Directory When the disc contains only and Folder Structure playlists and compressed audio The root directory of the disc is files, but no folders, all files are The DVD player supports: treated as a folder.
Page 241 Infotainment System 7-27 Play begins from the first track in Preprogrammed Playlists (Tune): Turn to select MP3/WMA the first folder and continues files. Preprogrammed playlists that were sequentially through all tracks in created using WinAmp , SEEK: Press to go to the start of each folder.
Page 242 7-28 Infotainment System When the scan is finished, the disc The album name displays on the (Next Folder): Press the begins playing files in order by second line between the arrows, softkey below the tab to go to artist. The current artist playing is and songs from the current album the first track in the next folder.
Page 243 Infotainment System 7-29 The DVD slot of the radio is pressed, either by softkey or by the Playing a DVD compatible with most audio CDs rear seat passenger using the DVD/CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press to and CD-R/RW, DVD-Video, remote control. cycle through DVD, CD, or Auxiliary DVD-Audio, DVD-R/RW, and DVD Loading a disc into the system,...
Page 244 7-30 Infotainment System If a front auxiliary device is the rear seat occupant from REV (Fast Reverse): Press to connected, the DVD/CD AUX button operating the Rear Seat Audio quickly reverse the CD or DVD at cycles through all available options, (RSA) system or remote control.
Page 245 Infotainment System 7-31 automatically power on when the (Play/Pause): Press either (Menu): Press to access the DVD-A is inserted into the DVD slot. the Play or Pause tab displayed on DVD menu. The DVD menu is It must be manually turned on by the radio, to toggle between pausing different on every DVD.
Page 246 7-32 Infotainment System Nav (Navigate): Press to display Stopping and Resuming CD/DVD Player Messages directional arrows for navigating Playback Disc Format Error: This message through the menus. displays if the disc is inserted with To stop playing a DVD without (Audio Stream): Press to cycle the disc label wrong side up, or if turning off the system, press the...
Page 247: Auxiliary Devices
Infotainment System 7-33 Player Error: This message If any error occurs repeatedly or if To use a portable audio player, displays if there are disc load or an error cannot be corrected, connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to disc eject problems.
Page 248 7-34 Infotainment System CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press to If a front auxiliary device is USB Supported Devices play a CD when a portable audio connected, the DVD/CD AUX button USB flash drive device is playing. Press again and cycles through all available options, Portable USB hard drive the system begins playing audio such as: DVD slot, CD slot, front...
Page 249 Infotainment System 7-35 USB Supported File and Folder To connect an iPod, connect one Using the Radio to Control a Structure end of the USB cable that came USB Storage Device or iPod with the iPod to the iPod s dock The radio supports: The radio can control a USB connector and connect the other...
Page 250 7-36 Infotainment System FWD (Fast Forward): Press (Pause): Press the softkey below 4. Turn to scroll through the files and hold to advance playback to pause the track. The tab in the selected folder. quickly. Sound is heard at a reduced appears raised when pause is being 5.
Page 251 Infotainment System 7-37 Repeat Functionality (Music Navigator): Press the 4. Turn to scroll through the folders or files in the softkey below to view and To use Repeat: selected menu. select a file on an iPod, using the Press the softkey below iPod's menu system.
Page 252: Rear Seat Entertainment
7-38 Infotainment System Rear Seat In severe or extreme weather (Shuffle Off): Press the conditions, the RSE system might softkey below to turn shuffle Infotainment not work until the temperature is off. This is the default mode when a within the operating range. The USB storage device or iPod is first Rear Seat Entertainment operating range for the RSE system...
Page 253 Infotainment System 7-39 The radio can be turned back on Headphones These headphones can be used to with a single press of the power listen to the radio, CDs, DVDs, button, but the RSE system will MP3s, DVD As, or any auxiliary remain under Parental Control.
Page 254 7-40 Infotainment System Infrared transmitters are located at Do not store the Battery Replacement the rear of the overhead console. headphones in heat or direct To change the batteries on the The headphones shut off sunlight. This could damage the headphones: automatically to save the battery headphones and repairs will not...
Page 255 Infotainment System 7-41 Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks connectors or cables (not included) Auxiliary Devices on page 7 33 for may be required to connect the more information about changing auxiliary device to the A/V jacks. the source. Refer to the manufacturer s Changing the RSE Video Screen instructions for proper usage.
Page 256 7-42 Infotainment System Audio Output When a device is connected to the If a DVD is playing and the screen A/V jacks, or the radio's auxiliary is raised to its locked position, the Audio from the DVD player or input jack if the vehicle has this screen remains on.
Page 257 Infotainment System 7-43 Remote Control Objects blocking the line of sight Remote Control Buttons could also affect the function of the (Power): Press this button to remote control. turn the video screen on and off. If a CD or DVD is in the Radio DVD (Illumination): Press this button slot, the remote control (power)
Page 258 7-44 Infotainment System (Menu Navigation (Play/Pause): Press this (Next Track/Chapter): Press Arrows): Use the arrow buttons to button to start playing a DVD. Press this button to go to the beginning of navigate through a menu. this button while a DVD is playing to the next chapter or track.
Page 259 Infotainment System 7-45 1 through 0 (Numeric Keypad): Battery Replacement (Audio): Press this button to The numeric keypad provides the change audio tracks on DVDs that To change the remote control capability of direct chapter or track have this feature when the DVD is batteries, do the following: number selection.
Page 260 7-46 Infotainment System Tips and Troubleshooting Chart Problem Recommended Action There is no power. The ignition might not be turned to ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY. The picture does not fill the screen. There are black Check the display mode settings in the setup menu by borders on the top and bottom or on both sides, or the pressing the display menu button on the remote control.
Page 261 Infotainment System 7-47 Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont'd) Problem Recommended Action Sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or Check for obstructions, low batteries, reception range, buzzes. and interference from cellular telephone towers, or use a cellular telephone in the vehicle. Check that the headphones are on correctly using the L (left) and R (right) on the headphones.
Page 262: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
7-48 Infotainment System Cleaning the Video Screen The radio functionality is controlled To listen to an iPod or portable by both the RSA and the front radio. audio device through the RSA, When cleaning the video screen, Only one band can be tuned to at attach the iPod or portable audio use only a clean cloth dampened one time.
Page 263 Infotainment System 7-49 SRCE (Source): Press this button While listening to a disc, press the While a CD or DVD A disc is to switch between the radio left seek arrow to go back to the playing, press this button to go to (AM FM), XM (if equipped), CD, start of the current track or chapter...
Page 264: Bluetooth
7-50 Infotainment System Review the controls and Phone WARNING operation of the infotainment system. Bluetooth When using a cell phone, it can Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. be distracting to look too long or For vehicles equipped with The system may not work with too often at the screen of the Bluetooth capability, the system can all cell phones.
Page 265 Infotainment System 7-51 Voice Recognition Audio System Pairing The Bluetooth system uses voice When using the in vehicle Bluetooth A Bluetooth enabled cell phone recognition to interpret voice system, sound comes through the must be paired to the Bluetooth commands to dial phone numbers vehicle's front audio system system and then connected to the and name tags.
Page 266 7-52 Infotainment System Pairing only needs to be 4. Start the pairing process on the Listing All Paired and Connected completed once, unless the Phones cell phone that you want to pair. pairing information on the cell For help with this process, see The system can list all cell phones phone changes or the cell phone the cell phone manufacturer's...
Page 267 Infotainment System 7-53 Connecting to a Different Phone Storing and Deleting Phone Using the Store Command Numbers To connect to a different cell phone, 1. Press and hold the Bluetooth system looks for the The system can store up to two seconds.
Page 268 7-54 Infotainment System 3. Say each digit, one at a time, To delete all name tags: Dial or Call: The dial or call that you want to store. After command can be used 1. Press and hold each digit is entered, the system interchangeably to dial a phone two seconds.
Page 269 Infotainment System 7-55 Using the Digit Dial Command Once connected, the person called Call Waiting will be heard through the audio The digit dial command allows a Call waiting must be supported on speakers. phone number to be dialed by the cell phone and enabled by the entering the digits one at a time.
Page 270 7-56 Infotainment System Three Way Calling Muting a Call Transferring Audio from the Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone Three way calling must be During a call, all sounds from inside During a call with the audio in the supported on the cell phone and the vehicle can be muted so that the vehicle: enabled by the wireless service...
Page 271 Infotainment System 7-57 Voice Pass-Thru Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Clearing the System (DTMF) Tones Voice pass thru allows access to the Unless information is deleted out of voice recognition commands on the the in vehicle Bluetooth system, it The Bluetooth system can send cell phone.
Page 272: Agreements
7-58 Infotainment System Trademarks and License Agreements Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #'s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending.
Page 273: Air Vents
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) Climate Control Systems With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled. Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) ... . . 8-1 Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only) .
Page 274 Climate Controls Temperature Control: Turn Do not drive the vehicle until all the (Floor): Air is directed to the clockwise or counterclockwise to windows are clear. floor outlets, with some air directed increase or decrease the to the windshield and side window (Outside Air): Press to turn temperature inside the vehicle.
Page 275 Climate Controls The recirculation mode cannot be The air conditioning system The rear window defogger only used with floor, defog or defrost removes moisture from the air, so a works when the ignition is in ON/ modes. If recirculation is selected small amount of water might drip RUN.
Page 276 Climate Controls Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only) Air Delivery Mode Control: Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to With this system the heating and ventilation can be controlled. increase or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle. The knob can be positioned between two modes to select a combination of those modes.
Page 277: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System (Defog): This mode clears the windows of fog or moisture. Air is The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with directed to the windshield, floor this system. The vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system outlets, and side window vents.
Page 278 Climate Controls turned off. This is possible since Automatic Operation (On/Off): Press to turn the outside air always flows through the climate control system on or off. AUTO (Automatic): When system as the vehicle is moving Outside air still enters the vehicle, automatic operation is active, the forward unless it is set to and is directed to the floor.
Page 279 Climate Controls The air inlet will normally be set Do not cover the solar sensor (Air Delivery Mode Control): to outside air. If it is hot outside, located on the top of the instrument Press these buttons to change the the air inlet may automatically panel near the windshield.
Page 280 Climate Controls freezing. The recirculation mode If this button is pressed when the air (Floor): Air is directed to the cannot be selected while in the conditioning compressor is floor outlets, with some to the defrost mode. unavailable due to outside windshield, side window outlets, and conditions, the indicator flashes second row floor outlets.
Page 281 Climate Controls The recirculation mode can be Do not use a razor blade (Recirculation): Press to turn turned off by pressing the outside or sharp object to clear the inside the recirculation mode on. An air button, or by turning off the rear window.
Page 282 8-10 Climate Controls Sensors The climate control system uses the information from these sensors to maintain comfort settings by adjusting the outlet temperature, fan speed, and the air delivery mode. The system may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun.
Page 283 Climate Controls 8-11 Air Vents Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of the instrument panel to direct the airflow. Use the thumbwheels near the air outlets to open or close off the airflow. Operation Tips Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from air inlets at the base of the windshield that could...
Page 284 8-12 Climate Controls NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 285 Driving and Operating Driving and Starting the Engine ..9-30 Ride Control Systems ® Fast Idle System ... . . 9-31 StabiliTrak System .
Page 286 Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Towing Driving Information passenger to handle potential General Towing distractions. Information ....9-79 Distracted Driving Driving Characteristics and Become familiar with vehicle Towing Tips .
Page 287: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Defensive Driving Drunk Driving WARNING Defensive driving means always Death and injury associated with Taking your eyes off the road too expect the unexpected. The first drinking and driving is a global long or too often could cause a step in driving defensively is to wear tragedy.
Page 288: Control Of A Vehicle
Driving and Operating Control of a Vehicle If the engine ever stops while the If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the vehicle is being driven, brake hybrid supplement for more Braking, steering, and accelerating normally but do not pump the information.
Page 289: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Off-Road Recovery 2. Turn the steering wheel about Defensive drivers avoid most skids one-eighth of a turn, until the by taking reasonable care suited to right front tire contacts the existing conditions, and by not pavement edge. overdriving those conditions.
Page 290: Off-Road Driving
Driving and Operating Try to avoid sudden steering, Controlling the vehicle is the key to Before Driving Off-Road acceleration, or braking, successful off-road driving. One of Have all necessary maintenance including reducing vehicle speed the best ways to control the vehicle and service work completed.
Page 291 Driving and Operating To gain more ground clearance if Loading the Vehicle for For more information about loading needed, it may be necessary to the vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits Off-Road Driving remove the front fascia lower and Tires. air dam. WARNING Environmental Concerns Notice: Operating the vehicle for...
Page 292 Driving and Operating Driving on Hills Before driving on a hill, assess the WARNING steepness, traction, and Driving safely on hills requires good obstructions. If the terrain ahead judgment and an understanding of Driving to the top of a hill at high cannot be seen, get out of the what the vehicle can and cannot do.
Page 293 Driving and Operating Never try to turn the vehicle WARNING WARNING around. If the hill is steep enough to stall the vehicle, If the vehicle has the two speed Heavy braking when going down it is steep enough to cause automatic transfer case, shifting a hill can cause your brakes to it to roll over.
Page 294 9-10 Driving and Operating Surface conditions can be a 3. If the vehicle cannot be restarted WARNING problem. Loose gravel, muddy after stalling, set the parking spots, or even wet grass can brake, shift an automatic Getting out of the vehicle on the cause the tires to slip sideways, transmission into P (Park) or a downhill side when stopped...
Page 295 Driving and Operating 9-11 Traction is reduced on hard packed Driving in Water While the exhaust pipe is under snow and ice and it is easy to lose water, you will not be able to start control. Reduce vehicle speed when the engine.
Page 296: Driving On Wet Roads
9-12 Driving and Operating Driving on Wet Roads Other Rainy Weather Tips WARNING (Continued) Besides slowing down, other wet Rain and wet roads can reduce weather driving tips include: happens, you and other vehicle vehicle traction and affect your occupants could drown. Do not ability to stop and accelerate.
Page 297: Highway Hypnosis
Driving and Operating 9-13 Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads WARNING Always be alert and pay attention to Driving on steep hills or through Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) your surroundings while driving. mountains is different than driving or with the ignition off is If you become tired or sleepy, find a on flat or rolling terrain.
Page 298: Winter Driving
9-14 Driving and Operating Pay attention to special road Try not to break the fragile traction. Blizzard Conditions signs (falling rocks area, winding If you accelerate too fast, the drive Being stuck in snow can be a roads, long grades, passing or wheels will spin and polish the serious situation.
Page 299 Driving and Operating 9-15 To save fuel, run the engine for only WARNING WARNING (Continued) short periods as needed to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine Fully open the air outlets on Snow can trap engine exhaust off and close the window most of or under the instrument under the vehicle.
Page 300: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
9-16 Driving and Operating If the Vehicle Is Stuck For information about using tire hooks can be used, if the vehicle chains on the vehicle, see Tire has them. If the vehicle does need Slowly and cautiously spin the Chains on page 10 77. to be towed out, see Towing the wheels to free the vehicle when Vehicle on page 10 96.
Page 301: Vehicle Load Limits
Driving and Operating 9-17 Vehicle Load Limits WARNING It is very important to know how Do not load the vehicle any much weight your vehicle can heavier than the Gross carry. This weight is called the Vehicle Weight Rating vehicle capacity weight and (GVWR), or either the includes the weight of all maximum front or rear Gross...
Page 302 9-18 Driving and Operating Tire and Loading Information positions (A), and the maximum Steps for Determining Correct Label Load Limit vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds. Locate the statement The combined weight of The Tire and Loading occupants and cargo should Information label also shows the never exceed XXX kg or size of the original equipment...
Page 303 Driving and Operating 9-19 The resulting figure equals If your vehicle will be towing the available amount of cargo a trailer, the load from your and luggage load capacity. trailer will be transferred to For example, if the XXX your vehicle. Consult this amount equals 1400 lbs and manual to determine how this there will be five 150 lb...
Page 304 9-20 Driving and Operating weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle's capacity weight. Certification/Tire Label Example 2 Example 3 A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) B.
Page 305 Driving and Operating 9-21 Rating (GVWR). The GVWR calculate it? under Adding a WARNING (Continued) includes the weight of the Snow Plow or Similar Equipment on page 9 113. vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). cargo. This can cause systems to WARNING break and change the way the The Certification/Tire label also...
Page 306 9-22 Driving and Operating If you put things inside your WARNING WARNING (Continued) vehicle like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything Do not leave an Things you put inside the else they go as fast as the unsecured child restraint vehicle can strike and injure vehicle goes.
Page 307 Driving and Operating 9-23 Two-Tiered Loading Any load that extends beyond Remember not to exceed the vehicle's taillamp area must the Gross Axle Weight Depending on the model of your be properly marked according to Rating (GAWR) of the front or pick up, an upper load platform local laws and regulations.
Page 308: Truck-Camper Loading
9-24 Driving and Operating Loading Points aftermarket equipment. See When installing and loading a www.gmupfitter.com for additional slide-in camper, check the pick-up box load bearing structural manufacturer's instructions. information. When carrying a slide-in camper, the total cargo load of Truck-Camper Loading the vehicle is the weight of the Information camper, plus the following:...
Page 309 Driving and Operating 9-25 Refer to the Truck-Camper Here is an example of proper When the truck is used to carry Loading Information label in the truck and camper match: a slide in camper, the total cargo glove box for dimensions A and load of the truck consists of the B as shown in the following manufacturer's camper weight...
Page 310: Starting And Operating
9-26 Driving and Operating Any accessories or other (GAWR). The total axle loads Starting and equipment that are added to the should not exceed your vehicle's Operating gross vehicle weight rating vehicle must be weighed. Then, subtract this extra weight from (GVWR).
Page 311: Adjustable Throttle And Brake
Driving and Operating 9-27 Avoid making hard stops for Adjustable Throttle and Press the bottom of the control to the first 322 km (200 miles) or move the pedals closer. Press the Brake Pedal so. During this time the new top of the control to move the brake linings are not yet pedals away.
Page 312: Ignition Positions
9-28 Driving and Operating Ignition Positions A (STOPPING THE ENGINE/ If the vehicle must be shut off in an LOCK/OFF): When the vehicle is emergency: stopped, turn the ignition switch to 1. Brake using a firm and steady LOCK/OFF to turn the engine off. pressure.
Page 313 Driving and Operating 9-29 and turn it only with your hand. If you leave the key in the ACC/ WARNING If the key cannot be turned by ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position hand, see your dealer. with the engine off, the battery could Turning off the vehicle while be drained.
Page 314: Starting The Engine
9-30 Driving and Operating Starting the Engine might not perform properly. Any START for many seconds, resulting damage would not be cranking will be stopped after If the vehicle has a diesel engine, covered by the vehicle warranty. 15 seconds to prevent cranking see the Duramax diesel supplement motor damage.
Page 315: Fast Idle System
Driving and Operating 9-31 Notice: Cranking the engine for If the vehicle starts briefly but To control the fast idle: long periods of time, by returning then stops again, do the same To enable the Fast Idle System, the key to the START position thing.
Page 316: Retained Accessory
9-32 Driving and Operating Pressing the Cruise Control Set Engine Coolant Heater To Use the Engine Coolant switch a second time. Heater The engine heater can provide Pressing the accelerator greater 1. Turn off the engine. easier starting and better fuel than a quarter of the down.
Page 317: Shifting Into Park
Driving and Operating 9-33 Shifting Into Park 1. Hold the brake pedal down, then WARNING set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 9 58 WARNING Plugging the cord into an for more information. ungrounded outlet could cause an It can be dangerous to get out of electrical shock.
Page 318: Shifting Out Of Park
9-34 Driving and Operating Leaving the Vehicle With the If you have to leave the vehicle with When you are ready to drive, move the engine running, be sure your the shift lever out of P (Park) before Engine Running vehicle is in P (Park) and the you release the parking brake.
Page 319: That Burn
Driving and Operating 9-35 ® The shift lock release is always If you are still having a problem Active Fuel Management functional except in the case of an shifting, then have the vehicle Vehicles with V8 engines may have uncharged or low voltage (less than serviced soon.
Page 320: Engine Exhaust
9-36 Driving and Operating Engine Exhaust Running the Vehicle WARNING (Continued) While Parked There are holes or openings WARNING It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running. But if you ever have damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon to, here are some things to know.
Page 321: Automatic Transmission
Driving and Operating 9-37 Automatic WARNING WARNING Transmission It can be dangerous to get out of Four-wheel drive vehicles with the If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the the vehicle if the automatic transfer case in N (Neutral) will hybrid supplement for more transmission shift lever is not fully allow the vehicle to roll, even if...
Page 322 9-38 Driving and Operating There are several different positions P (Park): This position locks the WARNING (Continued) for the shift lever. rear wheels. It is the best position to use when starting the engine always set the parking brake and because the vehicle cannot move move the shift lever to P (Park).
Page 323 Driving and Operating 9-39 R (Reverse): Use this gear to D (Drive): This position is for WARNING back up. normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy. If you need more Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) Shifting into a drive gear while the power for passing, and you are: while the vehicle is moving engine is running at high speed is...
Page 324 9-40 Driving and Operating The vehicle has a shift stabilization vehicle is being used, such as with 3 (Third): This position is also used feature that adjusts the transmission a heavy load or when temperature for normal driving. It reduces vehicle shifting to the current driving changes.
Page 325: Manual Mode
Driving and Operating 9-41 1 (First): For the Hydra-Matic Notice: Spinning the tires or speed while driving down hill or 4-Speed transmission this position holding the vehicle in one place towing a trailer by letting you select reduces vehicle speed even more on a hill using only the a desired range of gears.
Page 326: Tow/Haul Mode
9-42 Driving and Operating This number is the highest gear that Notice: Spinning the tires or Tow/Haul Mode can be used. However, the vehicle holding the vehicle in one place can automatically shift to lower on a hill using only the gears as it adjusts to driving accelerator pedal may damage conditions.
Page 327: Four-Wheel Drive
Driving and Operating 9-43 The selector button is located on the Grade Braking is only active while Drive Systems end of the shift lever. Turn the Tow/ the Tow/Haul Mode is selected and Haul Mode on and off by pressing you are not in the Range Selection Four-Wheel Drive the button.
Page 328 9-44 Driving and Operating ® If the vehicle has StabiliTrak Manual Transfer Case shifting into Four-Wheel Drive Low will turn Traction Control and ® StabiliTrak off. See StabiliTrak System on page 9 59. Front Axle A Four-Wheel Drive indicator light The front axle engages and comes on when you shift into disengages automatically when you...
Page 329 Driving and Operating 9-45 Recommended Transfer Case Settings 4 (Four-Wheel Drive Low): This setting also engages the front axle Transfer Case Settings and delivers extra torque. You may Driving Conditions never need Four-Wheel Drive Low. It sends maximum power to all Normal four wheels.
Page 330 9-46 Driving and Operating N (Neutral): Shift to this setting When Using the Manual Transfer Case only when the vehicle needs to be towed. See Recreational Vehicle Shifts into or out of Four-Wheel Towing on page 10 96 or Towing the Drive Low or N (Neutral) should Vehicle on page 10 96.
Page 331 Driving and Operating 9-47 If the transfer case shifter is in Shifting from Two-Wheel Drive Shifting In or Out of Four-Wheel the N (Neutral) position and you High to Four-Wheel Drive High Drive Low have difficulty reaching the while the vehicle is in motion Notice: Shifting the transfer case selected transfer case mode, may require that moderate force...
Page 332 9-48 Driving and Operating Shift the transmission into When this happens, make sure Electronic Transfer Case N (Neutral). the engine is on, shift the transmission momentarily to WARNING D (Drive) and back to N (Neutral), and then complete Shifting the transfer case to the transfer case shift.
Page 333 Driving and Operating 9-49 Recommended Transfer Case Settings 4 (Four-Wheel Drive High): Use the Four-Wheel Drive High position Transfer Case Settings when extra traction is needed, such Driving Conditions as on snowy or icy roads or in most off-road situations. This setting also Normal engages the front axle to help drive Severe...
Page 334 9-50 Driving and Operating ® If the vehicle has StabiliTrak If the SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE stopped or moving less than 5 km/h shifting into Four-Wheel Drive Low message stays on, you should take (3 mph) with the transmission in will turn Traction Control and the vehicle to your dealer for N (Neutral).
Page 335 Driving and Operating 9-51 If the knob is turned to the indicator light to stop flashing and Drive High indicator light will flash Four-Wheel Drive Low position remain on before shifting the for 30 seconds but will not complete when the vehicle is in gear and/or transmission into gear.
Page 336 9-52 Driving and Operating 6. Turn the transfer case dial 9. Place the transmission shift Notice: Shifting the transmission clockwise to N (Neutral) until it lever in P (Park). into gear before the requested stops and hold it there until the mode indicator light has stopped 10.
Page 337 Driving and Operating 9-53 Automatic Transfer Case An indicator light will flash while 4 (Four-Wheel Drive High): Use shifting the transfer case. It will the Four-Wheel Drive High position remain illuminated when the shift is when extra traction is needed, such complete.
Page 338 9-54 Driving and Operating Shifting Into Four-Wheel Drive Extended high-speed operation in WARNING High or AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Drive Low may damage Four-Wheel Drive) or shorten the life of the drivetrain. Shifting the transfer case to Turn the knob to the Four-Wheel To shift to the Four-Wheel Drive N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle Drive High or AUTO position.
Page 339 Driving and Operating 9-55 It is typical for the vehicle to exhibit Four-Wheel Drive Low is If the knob is turned to the significant engagement noise and to have the vehicle moving Four-Wheel Drive High, AUTO, bump when shifting between 1.6 to 3.2 km/h (1 to 2 mph).
Page 340 9-56 Driving and Operating 5. Shift the transfer case to 8. Turn the ignition to ACC/ 4. Release the parking brake prior Two-Wheel Drive High. ACCESSORY, which will turn the to moving the vehicle. engine off. 6. Turn the transfer case dial Notice: Shifting the transmission clockwise to N (Neutral) until it 9.
Page 341: System (Abs)
Driving and Operating 9-57 Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS...
Page 342: Parking Brake
9-58 Driving and Operating Parking Brake Notice: Driving with the parking Brake Assist brake on can overheat the brake ® If this vehicle has StabiliTrak , it system and cause premature also has a Brake Assist feature wear or damage to brake system designed to assist the driver in parts.
Page 343: Ride Control Systems
Driving and Operating 9-59 Hill Start Assist (HSA) no rolling. The brakes will Ride Control Systems automatically release when the Non hybrid vehicles with StabiliTrak accelerator pedal is applied within ® StabiliTrak System have a Hill Start Assist (HSA) the two second window. If the feature, which may be useful when vehicle is equipped with the The vehicle has a vehicle stability...
Page 344 9-60 Driving and Operating StabiliTrak is on automatically If cruise control is being used when whenever the vehicle is started. To StabiliTrak activates, the cruise assist with directional control of the control automatically disengages. vehicle, the system should always The cruise control can be be left on.
Page 345 Driving and Operating 9-61 system. See Traction Control Traction Control Operation Operation next for more The TCS is part of the StabiliTrak information. system. Traction control limits wheel When the TCS has been turned off, spin by reducing engine power to system noises may still be heard as the wheels (engine speed a result of the brake-traction control...
Page 346: Locking Rear Axle
9-62 Driving and Operating Notice: If the wheel(s) of one axle If cruise control is being used when Non-hybrid vehicles with StabiliTrak is allowed to spin excessively the system activates, the StabiliTrak have a Hill Start Assist (HSA) ® while the StabiliTrak , ABS, brake light will flash and cruise control will feature.
Page 347: Cruise Control
Driving and Operating 9-63 Cruise Control For vehicles with an Allison or Hydra Matic 6 speed automatic transmission, see Grade Braking WARNING under Tow/Haul Mode on page 9 42 for an explanation of how cruise Cruise control can be dangerous control interacts with the Range where you cannot drive safely at Selection Mode, tow/haul and grade...
Page 348 9-64 Driving and Operating To increase vehicle speed in Resuming a Set Speed (Cancel): Press to disengage small amounts, press the +RES cruise control without erasing the If the cruise control is set at a button. Each time this is done, set speed from memory.
Page 349 Driving and Operating 9-65 Vehicles with a six speed Passing Another Vehicle While Ending Cruise Control automatic transmission have a Using Cruise Control There are three ways to end cruise Cruise Grade Braking feature Use the accelerator pedal to control: that may automatically shift to a increase the vehicle speed.
Page 350: Object Detection Systems Ultrasonic Parking Assist
9-66 Driving and Operating Object Detection When the distance is less than WARNING 30 cm (12 in) the beeping is a Systems continuous tone for five seconds. The URPA system does not To be detected, objects must be at detect pedestrians, bicyclists, Ultrasonic Parking Assist least 25 cm (10 in) off the ground animals, or any other objects...
Page 351 Driving and Operating 9-67 A trailer was attached to the When the system is off, PARK PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE vehicle, or an object was ASSIST OFF displays on the Driver OWNERS MANUAL: This hanging out of the tailgate during Information Center (DIC).
Page 352: Rear Vision
9-68 Driving and Operating Rear Vision Turning the RVC System On or Off WARNING (Continued) Camera (RVC) To turn off the RVC system, press Failure to use proper care before and hold , located on the inside If available, the Rear Vision Camera backing may result in injury, rearview mirror, until the left (RVC) system displays part of the...
Page 353 Driving and Operating 9-69 Turning the RVC System On or Off The delay after shifting out of (Contrast): Touch the + (plus) R (Reverse) is approximately (minus) screen buttons to To turn the RVC system on or off: 10 seconds. The delay can be increase or decrease the contrast of 1.
Page 354 9-70 Driving and Operating To turn the symbols on or off: To turn the guidelines on or off: RVC Location 1. Make sure that URPA has not 1. Make sure that URPA has not been disabled. been disabled. 2. Shift into P (Park). 2.
Page 355 Driving and Operating 9-71 Displayed images may be further or closer than they appear. The area displayed is limited and objects which are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper do not display. Disconnecting the RVC The rear vision camera must be disconnected if the tailgate needs to be removed.
Page 356 9-72 Driving and Operating When the System Does Not The RVC system display in the rearview mirror may turn off or not Seem To Work Properly appear as expected due to one of The RVC system might not work the following conditions. If this properly or display a clear image if: occurs the left indicator light on the mirror will flash.
Page 357: Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-73 During any of these fault conditions, Fuel the display will be blank and the For diesel engine vehicles, see indicator will flash while the vehicle Fuel for Diesel Engines in the is in R (Reverse) or until the Duramax Diesel Supplement.
Page 358: Recommended Fuel
9-74 Driving and Operating Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge Recommended Fuel Gasoline Specifications and a yellow fuel cap can use either (U.S. and Canada Only) Use regular unleaded gasoline with unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel a posted octane rating of 87 or containing up to 85% ethanol (E85).
Page 359: California Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-75 California Fuel Fuels in Foreign regulations. To help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean Requirements Countries and avoid problems due to dirty injectors or valves, look for gasoline If the vehicle is certified to meet Never use leaded gasoline or any that is advertised as TOP TIER California Emissions Standards, it is...
Page 360: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
9-76 Driving and Operating Gasolines containing oxygenates, fuel contains MMT. We recommend website (www.afdc.energy.gov/afdc/ such as ethers and ethanol, and against the use of such gasolines. locator/stations/) that can help you reformulated gasolines might be Fuels containing MMT can reduce find E85 fuel.
Page 361: Filling The Tank
Driving and Operating 9-77 to 30°C ( 20°F) is possible, Notice: This vehicle was not WARNING (Continued) provided a winter grade ethanol designed for fuel that contains blend is used. methanol. Do not use fuel sparks, flames, and smoking containing methanol. It can It is best not to alternate repeatedly materials away from fuel.
Page 362 9-78 Driving and Operating To remove the fuel cap, turn it Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not WARNING slowly counterclockwise. top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished If a fire starts while you are pumping before removing the WARNING refueling, do not remove the...
Page 363: General Towing
Driving and Operating 9-79 Filling a Portable Fuel Towing WARNING (Continued) Container General Towing Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill Information WARNING opening before operating the Only use towing equipment that has Never fill a portable fuel container nozzle.
Page 364 9-80 Driving and Operating Consider using a sway control. Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). For information on towing a disabled See Hitches under Towing Shift the transmission to a lower vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle on Equipment on page 9 100. gear if the transmission shifts page 10 96.
Page 365 Driving and Operating 9-81 Driving with a Trailer electric brakes, start the WARNING (Continued) combination moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand WARNING Fully open the air outlets on to be sure the brakes work. or under the instrument When towing a trailer, exhaust During the trip, check occasionally panel.
Page 366 9-82 Driving and Operating Backing Up If the trailer turn signal bulbs burn When towing at high altitude on out, the arrows on the instrument steep uphill grades, consider the Hold the bottom of the steering panel will still flash for turns. It is following: Engine coolant will boil at wheel with one hand.
Page 367 Driving and Operating 9-83 Parking on Hills 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then WARNING (Continued) apply the parking brake and shift into P (Park). WARNING Always put the shift lever fully in 5. If the vehicle is four-wheel-drive, P (Park) with the parking brake Parking the vehicle on a hill with be sure the transfer case is in a firmly set.
Page 368: Information
9-84 Driving and Operating Maintenance when Trailer Trailer Towing WARNING Towing If the vehicle has a diesel engine, The vehicle needs service more The driver can lose control when see the Duramax diesel supplement often when pulling a trailer. See pulling a trailer if the correct for more information.
Page 369 Driving and Operating 9-85 Notice: Pulling a trailer The following information has many Trailer weight rating (TWR) is improperly can damage the time-tested, important trailering tips calculated assuming the tow vehicle vehicle and result in costly and safety rules. Many of these are has only the driver but all required repairs not covered by the vehicle important for your safety and that of...
Page 370 9-86 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 1500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Standard Box 4.3L V6 (b) 3.23 2 177 kg (4,800 lbs) 4 309 kg (9,500 lbs) 4.3L V6 With Automatic 3.73 2 449 kg (5,400 lbs) 4 536 kg (10,000 lbs) Transmission (b) 4.3L V6...
Page 371 Driving and Operating 9-87 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling 3.42 4 400 kg (9,700 lbs) 6 804 kg (15,000 lbs) Conventional Trailer 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling 3.42 4 264 kg (9,400 lbs) 6 804 kg (15,000 lbs) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 6.2L V8 K5L HD Cooling...
Page 372 9-88 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 5.3L V8 (LMG) K5L HD 3.42 4 355 kg (9,600 lbs) 6 804 kg (15,000 lbs) Cooling Pkg 6.2L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.42 4 400 kg (9,700 lbs) 6 804 kg (15,000 lbs) 6.2L V8 NHT Max Trailering Pkg 3.73...
Page 373 Driving and Operating 9-89 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling 3.42 4 309 kg (9,500 lbs) 6 804 kg (15,000 lbs) Conventional Trailer 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling 3.42 4 082 kg (9,000 lbs) 6 804 kg (15,000 lbs) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 1500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Standard Box...
Page 374 9-90 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling 3.42 4 354 kg (9,600 lbs) 6 804 kg (15,000 lbs) Conventional Trailer 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling 3.42 4 354 kg (9,600 lbs) 6 804 kg (15,000 lbs) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 6.2L V8 K5L HD Cooling...
Page 375 Driving and Operating 9-91 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 1500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Long Box 4.3L V6 (b) 3.73 2 223 kg (4,900 lbs) 4 536 kg (10,000 lbs) 4.8L V8 (b) 3.42 2 631 kg (5,800 lbs) 4 990 kg (11,000 lbs) 5.3L V8 (b) 3.08...
Page 376 9-92 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 2500 Series 2WD Extended Cab Standard Box HD 6.0L V8 3.73 4 445 kg (9,800 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer 4.10 5 897 kg (13,000 lbs) 9 299 kg (20,500 lbs) 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer...
Page 377 Driving and Operating 9-93 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 2500 Series 2WD Extended Cab Long Box HD 6.0L V8 3.73 4 400 kg (9,700 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer 4.10 5 897 kg (13,000 lbs) 9 299 kg (20,500 lbs) 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer...
Page 378 9-94 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 2500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Long Box HD 6.0L V8 3.73 4 491 kg (9,900 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer 4.10 5 897 kg (13,000 lbs) 9 299 kg (20,500 lbs) 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer...
Page 379 Driving and Operating 9-95 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3.73 4 354 kg (9,600 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 396 kg (14,100 lbs) 9 299 kg (20,500 lbs) 3500 Series 2WD Extended Cab Long Box 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 3.73...
Page 380 9-96 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 305 kg (13,900 lbs) 9 299 kg (20,500 lbs) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3.73 4 082 kg (9,000 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 4.10...
Page 381 Driving and Operating 9-97 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3.73 4 037 kg (8,900 lbs) 7 257 kg (16,000 lbs) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 078 kg (13,400 lbs) 9 299 kg (20,500 lbs) 3500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Standard Box 6.0L V8 3.73...
Page 382 9-98 Driving and Operating Ask your dealer for trailering Weight of the Trailer Tongue information or advice, or write us at The tongue load (A) of any trailer is our Customer Assistance Offices. very important because it is also See Customer Assistance Offices part of the vehicle weight.
Page 383 Driving and Operating 9-99 Trailering may be limited by the Maximum Tongue vehicle's ability to carry tongue Vehicle Series Hitch Type Weight weight. Tongue or kingpin weight 1500 Weight Carrying 272 kg (600 lbs) cannot cause the vehicle to exceed the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight 1500 Weight Distributing...
Page 384: Towing Equipment
9-100 Driving and Operating Total Weight on the Vehicle's Weight of the Trailering that uses spring bars to distribute the trailer tongue weight among the Tires Combination two vehicle and trailer axles. Be sure the vehicle's tires are It is important that the combination Fifth-wheel and gooseneck hitches inflated to the inflation pressures of the tow vehicle and trailer does...
Page 385 Driving and Operating 9-101 Weight Distributing Hitch Fifth-Wheel and Gooseneck The hitch should be located in the pickup bed so that its centerline is Adjustment Trailering over or slightly in front of the rear Fifth-wheel and gooseneck trailers axle. Take care that it is not so far can be used with many pickup forward that it will contact the back models.
Page 386 9-102 Driving and Operating Safety Chains Trailer Brakes Be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with Always attach chains between the A loaded trailer that weighs more any electrical equipment that is vehicle and the trailer. Cross the than 900 kg (2,000 lbs) needs to installed.
Page 387 Driving and Operating 9-103 Basic Trailer Wiring Heavy-DutyTrailer Wiring Harness The seven-wire harness contains Package the following trailer circuits: All regular, extended cab and crew cab pickups have a seven wire Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal trailer towing harness. Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn For vehicles not equipped with Signal heavy duty trailering, the harness is...
Page 388 9-104 Driving and Operating Brown: Taillamps If charging a remote (non-vehicle) When the camper-wiring harness is battery, press the Tow/Haul Mode ordered without the heavy-duty White: Ground button, if equipped, located at the trailering package, a seven-wire Light Green: Back-up Lamps end of the shift lever.
Page 389 Driving and Operating 9-105 When pulling a heavy trailer or a If the vehicle is equipped with an large or heavy load in Integrated Trailer Brake Control stop-and-go traffic. (ITBC) System, the blunt cuts exist, but are not connected further in the When pulling a heavy trailer or a harness.
Page 390 9-106 Driving and Operating Integrated Trailer Brake cause the vehicle s antilock brake or ITBC system is fully functional only StabiliTrak systems to activate, when the ignition is in ON or Control System power sent to the trailer's brakes will in RUN.
Page 391 Driving and Operating 9-107 When trailering, make sure of the Trailer Brake Control Panel information. The control panel following: allows adjustment to the amount of output, referred to as trailer gain, The ITBC system is used only available to the electric trailer with trailers that are equipped brakes and allows manual with electric brakes.
Page 392 9-108 Driving and Operating The Trailer Brake Display Page can All DIC warning and service 0.0 (zero) gain is the factory default be displayed by performing any of messages must first be setting. To properly adjust trailer the following actions: acknowledged by the driver by gain, see Trailer Gain Adjustment pressing the odometer trip stem or...
Page 393 Driving and Operating 9-109 The Trailer Output will Manual Trailer Brake Apply Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure indicate - - - - - - on the Trailer The Manual Trailer Brake Apply Trailer Gain should be set for a Brake Display Page whenever the Lever is located on the Trailer Brake specific trailering condition and must following occur:...
Page 394 9-110 Driving and Operating In the Trailer Output display Use the following procedure to 6. Adjust the Trailer Gain to just on the DIC, - - - - - - will correctly adjust Trailer Gain for each below the point of trailer wheel disappear if there is no towing condition: lock-up, indicated by trailer...
Page 395 Driving and Operating 9-111 Other ITBC-Related DIC Messages If the disconnect occurs while To determine if the electrical fault is the vehicle is stationary, this on the vehicle side or trailer side of In addition to displaying TRAILER message will automatically turn the trailer wiring harness GAIN and TRAILER OUTPUT off in about 30 seconds.
Page 396: Trailer Sway
9-112 Driving and Operating Take the vehicle to an authorized Trailer Sway Conversions and GM dealer to have the ITBC system Control (TSC) Add-Ons diagnosed and repaired. Non-hybrid vehicles with StabiliTrak If either the CHECK TRAILER Add-On Electrical have a Trailer Sway Control (TSC) WIRING or SERVICE TRAILER feature.
Page 397: Adding A Snow Plow Or Similar Equipment
Driving and Operating 9-113 Adding a Snow Plow or Some vehicles are built with a 135 kg (300 lb). This means that you special snow plow prep package, may only be able to carry one Similar Equipment called RPO VYU. If the vehicle has passenger.
Page 398 9-114 Driving and Operating The snow plow manufacturer or In order to calculate the amount of installer can assist you in weight any front accessory, such as determining the amount of rear a snow plow, is adding to the front ballast required, to help make axle, use the following formula: sure the snowplow/vehicle...
Page 399 Driving and Operating 9-115 For example, adding a 318 kg Heavier equipment can be added on WARNING (Continued) (700 lb) snow plow actually adds the front of the vehicle if it is more than 318 kg (700 lb) to the compensated for by carrying fewer manufacturer or installer's front axle.
Page 400: Pickup Conversion To
9-116 Driving and Operating Keep in mind that reserve capacity See your dealer for additional Pickup Conversion to numbers are intended as a guide advice and information about using Chassis Cab when selecting the amount of a snow plow on the vehicle. Also, equipment or cargo the truck can see Vehicle Load Limits on We are aware that some vehicle...
Page 401 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Overheated Engine Bulb Replacement Protection Bulb Replacement ..10-42 Operating Mode ... 10-26 Halogen Bulbs ....10-42 Engine Fan .
Page 402 10-2 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires If a Tire Goes Flat ..10-78 General Information Tire Changing ....10-80 Tires .
Page 403: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-3 California Proposition Accessories and Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the 65 Warning Modifications installation or use of non GM certified parts, including control Most motor vehicles, including this Adding non dealer accessories or module or software modifications, is one, contain and/or emit chemicals making modifications to the vehicle known to the State of California to...
Page 404: Vehicle Checks
10-4 Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks This vehicle has an airbag system. WARNING (Continued) Before attempting to do your own service work, see Airbag System Doing Your Own Be sure to use the proper Check on page 3 42. nuts, bolts, and other Service Work Keep a record with all parts receipts fasteners.
Page 405: Hood
Vehicle Care 10-5 Hood 3. Push the secondary hood release to the right. To open the hood: 4. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then bring the hood from full open to within 152 mm (6 in) from the closed position, pause, and push the front center of the...
Page 406 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 5.3 L V8 Engine Shown (4.3 L V6 Engine, 4.8 L V6 Engine, 6.0 L V8 Engine, and 6.2 L V8 Engine Similar) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 407: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 10-7 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on H. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of Engine Oil page 10 17. View). See Checking Engine For diesel engine vehicles, see Oil under Engine Oil on B. Coolant Surge Tank and Engine Oil in the Duramax Diesel page 10 7.
Page 408 10-8 Vehicle Care Checking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil Notice: Do not add too much oil. Oil levels above or below the It is a good idea to check the engine acceptable operating range oil level at each fuel fill. In order to shown on the dipstick are harmful get an accurate reading, the vehicle to the engine.
Page 409 Vehicle Care 10-9 Selecting the Right Engine Oil If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below 20°F Selecting the right engine oil ( 29°C), an SAE 0W 30 oil should depends on both the proper oil be used.
Page 410: Engine Oil Life System
10-10 Vehicle Care What to Do with Used Oil Engine Oil Life System best conditions, the oil life system might indicate that an oil change is Used engine oil contains certain When to Change Engine Oil not necessary for up to a year. The elements that can be unhealthy for engine oil and filter must be This vehicle has a computer system...
Page 411: Automatic Transmission Fluid (4-Speed Transmission)
Vehicle Care 10-11 How to Reset the Engine Oil On all vehicles, the Engine Oil Life Automatic Transmission System can be reset as follows: Life System Fluid (4-Speed 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with Reset the system whenever the Transmission) the engine off.
Page 412 10-12 Vehicle Care How to Check Automatic Wait at least 30 minutes before for five minutes if outside checking the transmission fluid level temperatures are 10°C (50°F) or Transmission Fluid if you have been driving: more. If it is colder than 10°C Because this operation can be a (50°F), the engine may have to idle When outside temperatures are...
Page 413 Vehicle Care 10-13 Then, without shutting off the Consistency of Readings engine, follow these steps: Always check the fluid level at least twice using the procedure described previously. Consistency (repeatable readings) is important to maintaining proper fluid level. If readings are still inconsistent, contact the dealer.
Page 414: Transmission)
10-14 Vehicle Care Notice: Use of the incorrect Automatic Transmission Change the fluid and filter at the automatic transmission fluid may scheduled maintenance intervals Fluid (6-Speed damage the vehicle, and the listed in Maintenance Schedule on Transmission) damages may not be covered by page 11 3.
Page 415 Vehicle Care 10-15 Before checking the fluid level, 6. Using the TRANS TEMP prepare the vehicle as follows: reading, determine and perform the appropriate check 1. Start the engine and park the procedure. If the TRANS TEMP vehicle on a level surface. Keep reading is not within the required the engine running.
Page 416 10-16 Vehicle Care Hot Check Procedure Use this procedure to check the transmission fluid level when the transmission fluid temperature is between 71°C and 93°C (160°F and 200°F). 1. Locate the transmission dipstick 5. If the fluid level is below the The hot check is the most accurate at the rear of the engine COLD check band, add only...
Page 417: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Vehicle Care 10-17 Consistency of Readings When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Always check the fluid level at least twice using the procedure described Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the previously. Consistency (repeatable scheduled maintenance intervals readings) is important to maintaining and replace it at the first oil change proper fluid level.
Page 418 10-18 Vehicle Care Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/ WARNING Filter 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.
Page 419: Cooling System
Vehicle Care 10-19 Cooling System Notice: Using coolant other than WARNING ® DEX-COOL can cause premature ® If the vehicle has the Duramax engine, heater core, or radiator ® An electric engine cooling fan can Diesel engine, see the Duramax corrosion.
Page 420: Engine Coolant
10-20 Vehicle Care Engine Coolant What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL The cooling system in the vehicle is coolant. If using this mixture, WARNING ® filled with DEX-COOL engine nothing else needs to be added. coolant.
Page 421 Vehicle Care 10-21 Notice: If extra inhibitors and/or Checking Coolant additives are used in the vehicle The coolant surge tank is located in cooling system, the vehicle could the engine compartment on the be damaged. Use only the proper passenger side of the vehicle. See mixture of the engine coolant Engine Compartment Overview on listed in this manual for the...
Page 422 10-22 Vehicle Care How to Add Coolant to the If no coolant is visible in the surge WARNING tank, add coolant as follows: Coolant Surge Tank for Gasoline Engines An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even If the vehicle has a diesel engine, when the engine is not running see Cooling System in the...
Page 423: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care 10-23 By this time, the coolant level Engine Overheating inside the coolant surge tank ® If the vehicle has the Duramax may be lower. If the level is Diesel engine, see the Duramax lower, add more of the proper Diesel Supplement for more mixture to the coolant surge tank information.
Page 424 10-24 Vehicle Care If the decision is made not to lift the Notice: If the engine catches fire WARNING (Continued) hood when this warning appears, while driving with no coolant, the get service help right away. See vehicle can be badly damaged. If you keep driving when the Roadside Assistance Program (U.S.
Page 425 Vehicle Care 10-25 If No Steam is Coming from If the ENGINE OVERHEATED If the temperature overheat gauge is STOP ENGINE or the ENGINE no longer in the overheat zone or an the Engine Compartment OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE overheat warning no longer The ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP message appears with no sign of displays, the vehicle can be driven.
Page 426: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
10-26 Vehicle Care Overheated Engine Engine Fan This fan noise may also be heard when starting the engine. It will go Protection If the vehicle has a clutched engine away as the fan clutch partially Operating Mode cooling fan, when the clutch is disengages.
Page 427: Power Steering Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-27 Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering The level should be at the FULL COLD mark. If necessary, add only Fluid enough fluid to bring the level up to Notice: Extremely small amounts the mark. of contamination can cause What to Use steering system damage and cause it to not work properly.
Page 428: Washer Fluid
10-28 Vehicle Care Fill the washer fluid tank only Washer Fluid three-quarters full when it is very cold. This allows for What to Use fluid expansion if freezing When windshield washer fluid needs occurs, which could damage to be added, be sure to read the the tank if it is manufacturer's instructions before completely full.
Page 429 Vehicle Care 10-29 If the vehicle has rear drum brakes, Brake Adjustment WARNING they do not have wear indicators, Every time the brakes are applied, but if a rear brake rubbing noise is with or without the vehicle moving, The brake wear warning sound heard, have the rear brake linings the brakes adjust for wear.
Page 430: Brake Fluid
10-30 Vehicle Care Brake Fluid Do not top off the brake fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule Adding fluid does not correct a leak. to determine when to check the If fluid is added when the linings are brake fluid. See Maintenance worn, there will be too much fluid Schedule on page 11 3.
Page 431: Battery
Vehicle Care 10-31 After work is done on the brake Notice Battery hydraulic system, make sure the Using the wrong fluid can If the vehicle is a Hybrid, see the level is above the MIN but not over badly damage brake Hybrid Supplement for more the MAX mark.
Page 432: Four-Wheel Drive
10-32 Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage Four-Wheel Drive Transfer Case WARNING When to Check Lubricant Batteries have acid that can burn Refer to Maintenance Schedule on you and gas that can explode. page 11 3 to determine when to You can be badly hurt if you are check the lubricant.
Page 433: Front Axle
Vehicle Care 10-33 When to Change Lubricant How to Check Lubricant Refer to Maintenance Schedule on To get an accurate reading, the page 11 3 to determine how often to vehicle should be on a level change the lubricant. surface. What to Use Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 to...
Page 434: Rear Axle
10-34 Vehicle Care What to Use Also, if a vehicle has just been driven before checking the fluid Refer to Recommended Fluids and level, it may appear lower than Lubricants on page 11 12 to normal because fluid has traveled determine what kind of lubricant out along the axle tubes and has to use.
Page 435 Vehicle Care 10-35 For all 6.0 L 2500HD Series How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the applications, the proper level is vehicle should be on a level from 0 mm to 13 mm (0 to 0.5 in) surface.
Page 436: Noise Control System
10-36 Vehicle Care Noise Control System 2. The use of the vehicle after such Fan and Drive: device or element of design has Removal of fan clutch, if the The following information relates to been removed or rendered vehicle has one, or rendering compliance with federal noise inoperative by any person.
Page 437: Starter Switch Check
Vehicle Care 10-37 Starter Switch Check 3. Try to start the engine in each 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. gear. The vehicle should start See Parking Brake on only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). page 9 58. WARNING If the vehicle starts in any other Be ready to apply the regular position, contact your dealer for...
Page 438: Ignition Transmission Lock Check
10-38 Vehicle Care Ignition Transmission Park Brake and P (Park) Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping Lock Check Mechanism Check your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. While parked, and with the parking WARNING brake set, try to turn the ignition to To check the parking brake's...
Page 439: Glass Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-39 Wiper Blade Replacement Headlamp Aiming Windshield wiper blades should be The vehicle has a visual optical inspected for wear or cracking. See headlamp aiming system. The aim Maintenance Schedule on of the headlamps has been preset page 11 3 for more information on at the factory and should need no wiper blade inspection.
Page 440 10-40 Vehicle Care The vehicle should: Headlamp aiming is done with the 3. Record the distance from the vehicle's low-beam headlamps. The ground to the aim dot on the Be placed so the headlamps high-beam headlamps will be low beam headlamp. are 7.6 m (25 ft) from a correctly aimed if the low-beam light colored wall.
Page 441 Vehicle Care 10-41 Notice: Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut-off when aiming. Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build-up which may cause damage to the headlamp. 6. Turn on the low-beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front 9.
Page 442: Bulb Replacement
10-42 Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement Headlamps, Front Turn 2. If you are replacing the bulb on the passenger side, remove the Signal, Sidemarker, and For the proper type of replacement Engine Air Cleaner cover. See Parking Lamps bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 10 45.
Page 443: Pick-Up Box Identification
Vehicle Care 10-43 Pick-Up Box Identification Taillamps (Chassis Cab To replace one of these bulbs: and Fender Marker Models) 1. Remove the four screws. Lamps 2. Lift the lens off the lamp assembly. The pick-up box identification lamps 3. Turn the old bulb are LEDs.
Page 444: Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, And Back-Up
10-44 Vehicle Care Taillamps, Turn Signal, Center High-Mounted Stoplamps, and Back-Up Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Lamps Cargo Lamp To replace one of these bulbs: To replace one of these bulbs: 1. Open the tailgate. See Tailgate on page 2 10 for more information.
Page 445: License Plate Lamp
Vehicle Care 10-45 2. On the reverse side of the lamp License Plate Lamp Replacement Bulbs assembly, remove the bulb Exterior Lamp Bulb To replace one of these bulbs: socket by turning it one quarter Number turn counterclockwise and pull it 1.
Page 446: Electrical System Electrical System
10-46 Vehicle Care Electrical System Fuses and circuit breakers protect Windshield Wipers power devices in the vehicle. If the wiper motor overheats due to Electrical System Replace a bad fuse with a new one heavy snow or ice, the windshield of the identical size and rating.
Page 447: Fuses And Circuit
Vehicle Care 10-47 Fuses and Circuit Engine Compartment Breakers Fuse Block If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the If the vehicle has a diesel engine, hybrid supplement for more see the Duramax Diesel supplement information. for more information. The wiring circuits in the vehicle are If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the protected from short circuits by a hybrid supplement for more...
Page 448 10-48 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Trailer Brake Controller Front Washer Oxygen Sensor Antilock Brakes System 2 Trailer Back-up Lamps Driver Side Low-Beam Headlamp Engine Control Module (Battery) Fuel Injectors, Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Ignition Coils (Right Side) Left Trailer Stop/ Right Trailer Stop/ Turn Lamp Turn Lamp...
Page 449 Vehicle Care 10-49 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Passenger Side Fog Lamps Climate Controls Low-Beam (Battery) Horn Headlamp Airbag System Passenger Side Air Conditioning (Ignition) High-Beam Compressor Headlamp Amplifier Oxygen Sensors Daytime Running Audio System Transmission Lamps (DRL) Miscellaneous Controls (Ignition) Driver Side (Ignition), Cruise...
Page 450 10-50 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage J-Case Usage J-Case Usage Fuses Fuses Heated Mirrors Cooling Fan 2 Not Used SEO B1 Upfitter Usage (Battery) Antilock Brake Left Bussed System 1 Electrical Center 2 Cigarette Lighter, Auxiliary Power Starter Relays Usage Outlet Stud 2 (Trailer Cooling Fan High SEO Upfitter...
Page 451: Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Vehicle Care 10-51 Relays Usage REAR Rear Defogger DEFOG RUN/CRNK Switched Power Instrument Panel Fuse Block The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Steering Wheel features shown. Controls Backlight Fuses Usage The instrument panel fuse block Driver Door Module Rear Seats access door is located on the driver...
Page 452 10-52 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Driver Side Turn Body Control Driver Seat Module, Signal, Stoplamp Module (BCM) Remote Keyless Entry System Instrument Panel Accessory Power Back Lighting Outlets Driver Power Door Lock (Unlock Feature) Passenger Side Turn Interior Lamps Signal, Stoplamp Power Door Lock 1...
Page 453 Vehicle Care 10-53 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Harness Circuit Block Connector Usage Breaker Usage The center instrument panel fuse Body Harness Passenger Side BODY 2 block is located underneath the Connector 2 Power Window Circuit instrument panel, to the left of the Breaker Body Harness steering column.
Page 454: Tires
10-54 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Tires Underinflated tires pose the Improperly repaired tires can same danger as overloaded cause a crash. Only the Every new GM vehicle has tires. The resulting crash dealer or an authorized tire high-quality tires made by a could cause serious injury.
Page 455: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Vehicle Care 10-55 20 Inch Tires potholes, or sharp edged objects, or when sliding into a If the vehicle has 20 inch P275/ curb. The warranty does not 55R20 size tires, they are cover this type of damage. classified as touring tires and Keep tires set to the correct are designed for on road use.
Page 456 10-56 Vehicle Care (B) TPC Spec (Tire manufactured. The TIN is Performance Criteria molded onto both sides of the Specification) Original tire, although only one side may equipment tires designed to have the date of manufacture. GM's specific tire performance (E) Tire Ply Material The type criteria have a TPC specification...
Page 457: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care 10-57 (B) TPC Spec (Tire U.S. Department of tire pressure see Tire Pressure Performance Criteria Transportation Motor Vehicle on page 10 62 and Vehicle Load Specification) Original Safety Standards. Limits on page 9 17. equipment tires designed to (E) Tire Identification Number Tire Designations GM's specific tire performance...
Page 458 10-58 Vehicle Care (B) Tire Width The three digit (F) Service Description These (B) Tire Width The three digit number indicates the tire section characters represent the load number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from index and speed rating of the width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall.
Page 459: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Vehicle Care 10-59 (E) Rim Diameter Diameter of Accessory Weight Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire the wheel in inches. combined weight of optional in which the plies are laid at accessories. Some examples of alternate angles less than (F) Load Range Load Range.
Page 460 10-60 Vehicle Care DOT Markings A code molded Intended Outboard Sidewall Maximum Loaded Vehicle into the sidewall of a tire The side of an asymmetrical tire, Weight The sum of curb signifying that the tire is in that must always face outward weight, accessory weight, compliance with the U.S.
Page 461 Vehicle Care 10-61 Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Sidewall The portion of a tire UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality tire used on passenger cars and between the tread and the bead. Grading Standards) A tire some light duty trucks and information system that provides Speed Rating multipurpose vehicles.
Page 462: Tire Pressure
10-62 Vehicle Care Premature or Vehicle Placard A label For additional information irregular wear. permanently attached to a regarding how much weight the vehicle showing the vehicle vehicle can carry, and an Poor handling. capacity weight and the original example of the Tire and Loading Reduced fuel economy.
Page 463 Vehicle Care 10-63 How to Check Re-check the tire pressure with WARNING (Continued) the tire gauge. Use a good quality pocket-type gauge to check tire pressure. Return the valve caps on the the tires are rated for high-speed operation, in excellent condition, Proper tire inflation cannot be valve stems to prevent leaks and set to the correct cold tire...
Page 464: Tire Pressure Monitor System
10-64 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor pressure telltale when one or more The TPMS malfunction indicator is of your tires is significantly combined with the low tire pressure System under inflated. telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for The Tire Pressure Monitor System Accordingly, when the low tire approximately one minute and then...
Page 465: Operation
Vehicle Care 10-65 Federal Communications and displays, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5 33 and Tire Commission (FCC) Rules and Messages on page 5 49. with Industry Canada Standards The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when See Radio Frequency Statement on the vehicle is first started, and then page 13 22 for information...
Page 466 10-66 Vehicle Care One or more TPMS sensors are Notice: Tire sealant materials are Some of the conditions that can missing or damaged. The not all the same. A non-approved cause these to come on are: malfunction light and the DIC tire sealant could damage the One of the road tires has been message should go off when the...
Page 467 Vehicle Care 10-67 TPMS Sensor Matching The TPMS sensor matching If the vehicle does not have RKE process is: or DIC buttons, press the trip Process odometer reset stem located on 1. Set the parking brake. Each TPMS sensor has a unique the instrument panel cluster until identification code.
Page 468: Tire Inspection
10-68 Vehicle Care The tire has a puncture, cut, 7. Proceed to the passenger side Tire Inspection or other damage that cannot rear tire, and repeat the We recommend that the tires, procedure in Step 5. be repaired well because of including the spare tire, if the the size or location of the 8.
Page 469 Vehicle Care 10-69 If your vehicle has dual rear wheels, also see Dual Tire Rotation on page 10 71. Use this rotation pattern when Use this rotation pattern when rotating the tires if the vehicle rotating the tires if the vehicle has dual rear wheels (except has polished forged aluminum polished forged aluminum...
Page 470 10-70 Vehicle Care When installing dual wheels, Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor WARNING check that the vent holes in the System (TPMS), if the vehicle inner and outer wheels on each has one. See Tire Pressure Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the side are lined up.
Page 471: Dual Tire Rotation
Vehicle Care 10-71 Dual Tire Rotation WARNING When the vehicle is new, If the vehicle is operated with a or whenever a wheel, wheel tire that is underinflated, the tire bolt, or wheel nut is replaced, can overheat. An overheated tire check the wheel nut torque after 160, 1 600, and 10 000 km can lose air suddenly or catch...
Page 472: Buying New Tires
10-72 Vehicle Care The rubber in tires ages over time. Parking for an extended period can traction control, and tire pressure This also applies to the spare tire, cause flat spots on the tires that monitoring performance. GM's TPC if the vehicle has one, even if it is may result in vibrations while Spec number is molded onto the never used.
Page 473 Vehicle Care 10-73 If the vehicle tires must be replaced WARNING WARNING (Continued) with a tire that does not have a TPC Spec number, make sure they are Tires could explode during spare tire and wheel assembly the same size, load range, speed improper service.
Page 474: Different Size Tires And Wheels
10-74 Vehicle Care Different Size Tires and (NHTSA), which grades tires by WARNING (Continued) treadwear, traction, and Wheels temperature performance. This developed for the vehicle, and If wheels or tires are installed that applies only to vehicles sold in have them properly installed by a are a different size than the original the United States.
Page 475 Vehicle Care 10-75 All Passenger Car Tires Must Traction AA, A, B, C conditions on a specified indoor Conform to Federal Safety laboratory test wheel. Sustained The traction grades, from high temperature can cause the Requirements In Addition To highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, These Grades.
Page 476: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-76 Vehicle Care Wheel Alignment and Tire Your dealer will know the kind of Notice: The wrong wheel can wheel that is needed. also cause problems with bearing Balance life, brake cooling, speedometer Each new wheel should have the or odometer calibration, The tires and wheels were aligned same load-carrying capacity, headlamp aim, bumper height,...
Page 477: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care 10-77 Used Replacement Wheels Notice: If the vehicle does not WARNING (Continued) have dual wheels and has a tire size other than P265/65R18, P275/ WARNING Tire chains used on a vehicle 55R20, LT265/70R17, LT265/ without the proper amount of 70R18, LT265/60R20, P285/50R20, Replacing a wheel with a used clearance can cause damage to...
Page 478: If A Tire Goes Flat
10-78 Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat WARNING WARNING It is unusual for a tire to blowout Driving on a flat tire will cause Lifting a vehicle and getting under while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire. it to do maintenance or repairs is are maintained properly.
Page 479 Vehicle Care 10-79 When the vehicle has a flat tire (B), WARNING WARNING (Continued) use the following example as a guide to assist in the placement of Changing a tire can be 4. Turn off the engine and do the wheel blocks (A). dangerous.
Page 480: Tire Changing
10-80 Vehicle Care Tire Changing Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Regular Cab Extended Cab A. Wing Nut Retaining Tool Kit A. Wing Nut Retaining Tool Kit B. Tool Kit B. Tool Kit C. Wheel Blocks C. Wheel Blocks Crew Cab D.
Page 481 Vehicle Care 10-81 For regular cab models, the Jack Handle Extensions equipment you will need is behind Spare Tire Lock (If equipped) the passenger seat. For extended 1. Open the spare tire lock cover and crew cab models, the on the bumper and use the equipment is on the shelf behind the ignition key to remove the spare passenger side second row seat.
Page 482 10-82 Vehicle Care 4. Turn the wheel wrench Removing the Flat Tire and counterclockwise to lower the Installing the Spare Tire spare tire to the ground. Use the following pictures and Continue to turn the wheel instructions to remove the flat tire wrench until the spare tire can and raise the vehicle.
Page 483 Vehicle Care 10-83 The tools you will be using include If the vehicle has a center cap the jack (A), the wheel blocks (B), with wheel nut caps, the wheel the jack handle (C), the jack handle nut caps are designed to stay extensions (D), and the wheel with the center cap after they are wrench (E).
Page 484 10-84 Vehicle Care Front Position - 1500 Models Front Position - All Other Models Rear Position 1500 Models 4. Position the jack under the Position the jack under the 5. If the flat tire is on the rear, for vehicle, as shown. If the flat tire vehicle, as shown.
Page 485 Vehicle Care 10-85 6. Turn the wheel wrench WARNING clockwise to raise the vehicle. Raise the vehicle far enough off Getting under a vehicle when it is the ground so there is enough jacked up is dangerous. If the room for the spare tire to fit vehicle slips off the jack, you under the wheel well.
Page 486 10-86 Vehicle Care 10. Put the wheel nuts back on WARNING with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the 11. Tighten each wheel nut by parts to which it is fastened, can hand.
Page 487 Vehicle Care 10-87 Notice: Improperly tightened WARNING WARNING wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To If wheel studs are damaged, they Wheel nuts that are improperly or avoid expensive brake repairs, can break. If all the studs on a incorrectly tightened can cause evenly tighten the wheel nuts in wheel broke, the wheel could...
Page 488 10-88 Vehicle Care For vehicles with dual wheels, have Storing a Flat or Spare Tire a technician check the wheel nut and Tools tightness of all wheels with a torque wrench after the first 160 km WARNING (100 mi) and then 1600 km (1,000 mi) after that.
Page 489 Vehicle Care 10-89 Jack Handle Extensions Spare Tire Lock (If Equipped) 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down, and to the rear. 2. Pull the cable and spring through the center of the wheel.
Page 490 10-90 Vehicle Care To store the jack and jack tools: G. Jack H. Bolt Retaining Wheel Blocks 1. Put the tools (D) in the tool bag (E) and place them in the retaining bracket (C). 2. Tighten down the wing nut (C). 3.
Page 491: Full-Size Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 10-91 Full-Size Spare Tire Notice: If the vehicle has After installing the spare tire on your four-wheel drive and a different vehicle, you should stop as soon as Your vehicle, when new, had a size spare tire is installed, do not possible and make sure the spare fully-inflated spare tire.
Page 492: Jump Starting
10-92 Vehicle Care Jump Starting 2. If you have a vehicle with a WARNING (Continued) diesel engine with two batteries, For more information about the you should know before you If you do not follow these steps vehicle battery, see Battery on begin that, especially in cold exactly, some or all of these page 10 31.
Page 493 Vehicle Care 10-93 procedure. Put the automatic 5. Open the hood on the other right front of the engine, where transmission in P (Park) or a vehicle and locate the the negative battery cable manual transmission in Neutral positive (+) and negative ( ) attaches.
Page 494 10-94 Vehicle Care Do not connect positive (+) to WARNING WARNING negative ( ) or you will get a short that would damage the Using an open flame near a Fans or other moving engine battery and maybe other parts battery can cause battery gas to parts can injure you badly.
Page 495 Vehicle Care 10-95 8. Do not let the other end touch 11. Start the vehicle with the good metal. Connect it to the battery and run the engine for a positive (+) terminal of the good while. battery. Use a remote 12.
Page 496: Towing The Vehicle
10-96 Vehicle Care To disconnect the jumper cables Towing Recreational Vehicle from both vehicles do the following: Towing 1. Disconnect the black Towing the Vehicle Recreational vehicle towing means negative ( ) cable from the towing the vehicle behind another Notice: To avoid damage, the vehicle that had the bad battery.
Page 497 Vehicle Care 10-97 Is the proper towing equipment Dinghy Towing Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not going to be used? See your be towed with all four wheels on the Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles dealer or trailering professional ground. Two-wheel-drive for additional advice and transmissions have no provisions equipment recommendations.
Page 498 10-98 Vehicle Care 2. Turn the engine off and firmly set 5. Release the parking brake only Dolly Towing the parking brake. after the vehicle being towed is Front Towing (Front Wheels Off firmly attached to the towing 3. Securely attach the vehicle the Ground) Two-Wheel-Drive vehicle.
Page 499 Vehicle Care 10-99 Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not Front Towing (Front Wheels Off 3. Shift the transmission to the Ground) Four-Wheel-Drive be towed with the rear wheels on P (Park). the ground. Two-wheel-drive Vehicles 4. Firmly set the parking brake. transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being WARNING towed.
Page 500 10-100 Vehicle Care 7. Shift the transfer case to Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off 3. Firmly set the parking brake. N (Neutral). See Shifting into See Parking Brake on the Ground) Neutral under Four-Wheel Drive page 9 58. Two Wheel Drive Vehicles on page 9 43 for the proper 4.
Page 501 Vehicle Care 10-101 Four Wheel Drive Vehicles 6. Use an adequate clamping 7. Shift the transfer case to device designed for towing to N (Neutral). See Shifting into Use the following procedure to dolly ensure that the front wheels are Neutral under Four-Wheel Drive tow a four-wheel-drive vehicle from locked into the straight position.
Page 502: Appearance Care
10-102 Vehicle Care Appearance Care Notice: Avoid using high damage the vehicle's finish if they pressure washes closer than remain on painted surfaces. Wash 30 cm (12 in) to the surface of the the vehicle as soon as possible. Exterior Care vehicle.
Page 503 Vehicle Care 10-103 Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Windshield and Wiper Blades Tires Parts Clean the outside of the windshield Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to Regularly clean bright metal parts with glass cleaner. clean the tires. with water or chrome polish on Clean rubber blades using lint-free Notice: Using petroleum-based chrome or stainless steel trim,...
Page 504 10-104 Vehicle Care Keep the wheels clean using a soft, brushes. Damage could occur Underbody Maintenance clean cloth with mild soap and and the repairs would not be Use plain water to flush dirt and water. Rinse with clean water. After covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 505: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-105 Finish Damage Use a soft bristle brush to remove Cleaners may contain solvents that dust from knobs and crevices on the can become concentrated in the Quickly repair minor chips and instrument cluster. Using a mild interior. Before using cleaners, read scratches with touch-up materials soap solution, immediately remove and adhere to all safety instructions...
Page 506 10-106 Vehicle Care Do not use laundry detergents or Notice: To prevent scratching, To clean: dishwashing soaps with never use abrasive cleaners on 1. Saturate a clean lint-free degreasers. For liquid cleaners, automotive glass. Abrasive colorfast cloth with water or club use approximately 20 drops per cleaners or aggressive cleaning soda.
Page 507 Vehicle Care 10-107 If the soil is not completely Notice: Soaking or saturating Notice: Use of air fresheners may removed, it may be necessary to leather, especially perforated cause permanent damage to use a commercial upholstery leather, as well as other interior plastics and painted surfaces.
Page 508: Floor Mats
10-108 Vehicle Care Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage. The original equipment floor WARNING mats were designed for the If a floor mat is the wrong size or vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended is not properly installed, it can that GM certified floor mats be interfere with the pedals.
Page 509: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information transportation, and online scheduling to assist with service Maintenance This maintenance section applies to needs. vehicles with a gasoline engine. For Your dealer recognizes the diesel engine vehicles, see the importance of providing maintenance schedule section in General Information competitively priced maintenance...
Page 510 11-2 Service and Maintenance The Tire Rotation and Required Refer to the information in the Refer to the information in the Services are the responsibility of the Maintenance Schedule Additional Maintenance Schedule Additional vehicle owner. It is recommended to Required Services Normal chart. Required Services Severe chart.
Page 511: Maintenance Schedule
Service and Maintenance 11-3 Maintenance Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km/ Schedule When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL 7,500 mi SOON message displays, have the engine oil and filter changed within Owner Checks and Services Rotate the tires, if recommended for the next 1 000 km/600 mi.
Page 512 11-4 Service and Maintenance Check tire inflation pressures. Visually inspect fuel system for Check parking brake and See Tire Pressure on damage or leaks. automatic transmission park page 10 62. mechanism. See Park Brake and Visually inspect exhaust system P (Park) Mechanism Check on Inspect tire wear.
Page 513 Service and Maintenance 11-5 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 514 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance c) Do not directly power wash the Schedule Additional Required transfer case output seals. High Services Normal pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer a) Check all fuel and vapor lines case fluid.
Page 515 Service and Maintenance 11-7 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 516: Services
11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance d) Do not directly power wash the Special Application Schedule Additional Required transfer case output seals. High Services Services Severe pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer a) Extreme service. For vehicles Allison Transmission Vehicles case fluid.
Page 517: And Care
Service and Maintenance 11-9 Additional Battery Brakes The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Maintenance and Care the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. additional electrical accessories. Your vehicle is an important Signs of brake wear may include investment and caring for it properly To avoid break down or failure to chirping, grinding, or squealing...
Page 518 11-10 Service and Maintenance Fluids Lamps Shocks and Struts Proper fluid levels and approved Properly working headlamps, Shocks and struts help aid in control fluids protect the vehicle s systems taillamps, and brake lamps are for a smoother ride. and components. See important to see and be seen on Signs of wear may include Recommended Fluids and...
Page 519 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Tires Vehicle Care Windshield Tires need to be properly inflated, To help keep the vehicle looking like For safety, appearance, and the rotated, and balanced. Maintaining new, vehicle care products are best viewing, keep the windshield the tires can save money, fuel, and available from your dealer.
Page 520: Lubricants, And Parts
11-12 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants This maintenance section applies to vehicles with a gasoline engine. If the vehicle has a diesel engine and/or an ® Allison Transmission, see the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX Diesel manual.
Page 521 Service and Maintenance 11-13 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or Chassis Lubrication lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Front Axle SAE 80W-90 Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021671, in (1500 Series) Four Wheel Drive Canada 89021672).
Page 522 11-14 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Hood Hinges Canada 10953474). Body Door Hinge Pins, Tailgate Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Hinge and Linkage, and Fuel Door Canada 10953474). Hinge Tailgate Handle Pivot Points, Hinges, Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No.
Page 523: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-15 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Standard Filter...
Page 524: Maintenance Records
11-16 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 525 Service and Maintenance 11-17 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 526 11-18 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 527: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 528: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 for more information. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. Capacities Application Metric...
Page 529 Technical Data 12-3 Capacities Application Metric English Engine Oil with Filter 4.3L V6 4.3 L 4.5 qt 4.8L V8; 5.3L V8; 6.0L V8; 6.2L V8 5.7 L 6.0 qt Fuel Tank 1500 Series Standard and Short Box 98.4 L 26.0 gal 1500 Series Long Box 128.7 L 34.0 gal...
Page 530 12-4 Technical Data Capacities Application Metric English Transmission Fluid - Automatic (Pan Removal and Filter Replacement) 4-Speed Transmission 4L60-E Electronic Transmission 4.7 L 5.0 qt 6-Speed Transmission 6L80-E 5.7 L 6.0 qt 6-Speed Transmission 6L90-E 6.0 L 6.3 qt 6-Speed Transmission Allison 7.0 L 7.4 qt Transmission Fluid - Manual (Drain and Refill)
Page 531 Technical Data 12-5 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 4.3L V6 (LU3) 1.52 mm (0.060 in) 4.8L V8 (L20) 1.02 mm (0.040 in) 5.3L V8 FlexFuel with Active Fuel Management 1.02 mm (0.040 in) (Iron Block) (LMG) 5.3L V8 FlexFuel with Active Fuel 1.02 mm (0.040 in) Management (Aluminum Block) (LC9) 6.0L V8 FlexFuel with Active Fuel...
Page 532: Engine Drive Belt Routing
12-6 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing V8 Engines If the vehicle has a diesel engine, V6 Engines see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 533: Customer Information
Canada) ....13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to GMC. Normally, any concerns with Customer Satisfaction the United States the sales transaction or the Procedure (Mexico) .
Page 534 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting GMC, remember 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, that your concern will likely be decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be resolved at a dealer's facility.
Page 535: Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Information 13-3 STEP THREE Canadian For further information concerning Customer Satisfaction Owners: In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor Procedure (Mexico) not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call procedure outlined in Steps One the General Motors Customer Care...
Page 536 13-4 Customer Information Customer Assistance If you have a problem that has not STEP THREE been satisfactorily handled through Procedure If your case is not resolved in a the normal means, we suggest the reasonable amount of time by your Owner satisfaction and goodwill are following steps: dealer, please call the General...
Page 537 C.P. 11520, Mexico, D.F. the toll-free number for assistance. CA1-163-005 However, if a customer wishes to 01-800-466-0801 1908 Colonel Sam Drive write or e-mail GMC, the letter Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0801 Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 should be addressed to: www.gmc.ca United States...
Page 538: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users (U.s. And Canada)
Customer assistance is available Guatemala and who use Text Telephones Monday through Friday, 08:00 to (TTYs), GMC has TTY equipment 1-800-999-5252 20:00 hours, and Saturdays from available at its Customer Assistance 08:00 to 15:00 hours.
Page 539: Online Owner Center
My GM Canada www.gm.ca to parts and service estimates, maintenance records. My GM Canada is a check trade-in values, GMC dealer locator for service password-protected section of or schedule a service nationwide. www.gm.ca where you can save appointment by adding the Exclusive privileges and offers.
Page 540: Canada)
For more information on the limited offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. When calling Roadside Assistance, GMC and General Motors of call the GM Mobility Assistance have the following information Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text Canada Limited reserve the right to...
Page 541 Customer Information 13-9 Emergency Tow From a Public Trip Interruption Benefits and GMC and General Motors of Road or Highway: Tow to the Assistance: If your trip is Canada Limited reserve the right to nearest GMC dealer for warranty interrupted due to a...
Page 542: Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico)
GMC under the terms and conditions of the repair orders. Once Customer Assistance Center at the program.
Page 543 GMC transfer of the vehicle to the If the vehicle cannot be received dealers. repair facility. by the nearest GMC dealer due Emergency Towing: Tow to the to scheduling conflicts, the Emergency Fuel Delivery: nearest dealer for warranty...
Page 544 Once the dealer has with a carrying capacity greater GMC dealership to repair the reported that the vehicle has than 3.5 tons. vehicle the same day, requiring been repaired, Roadside...
Page 545 GMC reserves the right to make any Acts of terrorism, riot or uproar, changes or discontinue the armed forces or police actions Roadside Assistance program at which prevent timely delivery of any time without notification.
Page 546: Scheduling Service
13-14 Customer Information Scheduling Service Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options Appointments (U.S. and Program (U.S. and Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, Canada) Canada) if you are unable to wait, GM helps When the vehicle requires warranty To enhance your ownership to minimize inconvenience by service, contact your dealer and...
Page 547 Customer Information 13-15 Public Transportation or Fuel Courtesy Rental Vehicle Additional Program Reimbursement Information Your dealer may arrange to provide If the vehicle requires overnight you with a courtesy rental vehicle or All program options, such as shuttle warranty repairs, and public reimburse you for a rental vehicle service, may not be available at transportation is used instead of...
Page 548: Collision Damage Repair (U.s. And Canada)
13-16 Customer Information Collision Damage Repair Recycled original equipment parts perform properly in subsequent may also be used for repair. These collisions. Aftermarket parts are not (U.S. and Canada) parts are typically removed from covered by the GM New Vehicle vehicles that were total losses in Limited Warranty, and any vehicle If the vehicle is involved in a...
Page 549 Customer Information 13-17 Insuring the Vehicle If the vehicle is leased, the leasing Gather the following information: company may require you to have Driver name, address, and Protect your investment in the GM insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number. vehicle with comprehensive and Genuine GM Original Equipment collision insurance coverage.
Page 550: Service Publications Ordering Information
13-18 Customer Information Managing the Vehicle Damage If another party's insurance Each bulletin contains instructions company is paying for the repairs, to assist in the diagnosis and Repair Process you are not obligated to accept a service of the vehicle. In the event that the vehicle requires repair valuation based on that Owner Information...
Page 551: Government
Customer Information 13-19 Current and Past Models Reporting Safety To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline Technical Service Bulletins and Defects toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 Manuals are available for current (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to and past model GM vehicles. Reporting Safety Defects http://www.safercar.gov;...
Page 552: Government
General (1-800-462-8782), or write: performance and how it is driven. Motors of Canada Limited. Call GMC Customer Assistance Center For example, the vehicle uses Transport Canada at P.O. Box 33172 computer modules to monitor and...
Page 553: Event Data Recorders
Customer Information 13-21 Event Data Recorders This data can help provide a better GM will not access this data or understanding of the circumstances share it with others except: with the This vehicle has an Event Data in which crashes and injuries occur. consent of the vehicle owner or, Recorder (EDR).
Page 554: Onstar
13-22 Customer Information ® OnStar Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Statement If the vehicle is equipped with an active OnStar system, that system RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that may also record data in crash or vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that near crash like situations.
Page 555 OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview The OnStar system status light is next to the OnStar buttons. If the status light is: OnStar Overview Solid Green: System is ready. OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 Flashing Green: On a call.
Page 556: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar OnStar Services Navigation Push to connect to a live Advisor to: OnStar navigation requires the Emergency Verify account information or Directions and Connections update contact information. service plan. With Automatic Crash Response, Get driving directions. Requires the built-in system can automatically Push to receive directions or the available Directions and...
Page 557 OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands Repeat Other Navigation Services During a Planned Route Available from OnStar 1. Push . System responds: OnStar eNav: Allows subscribers Cancel Route OnStar ready, then a tone. to send destinations from Google 2. Say Repeat. System responds 1.
Page 558: Connections
14-4 OnStar Connections Retrieve My Number 4. Pick a name tag. System responds: About to store OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows 1. Push . System responds: <name tag>. Does that calls to be made and received from OnStar ready. sound OK? the vehicle.
Page 559: Diagnostics
OnStar 14-5 OnStar Mobile App OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works ® With an iPhone Information Automatic Crash Response, Android -based mobile device, an Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, OnStar mobile app can be Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service downloaded. The vehicle can be Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Push to request account transfer...
Page 560 14-6 OnStar OnStar service cannot work unless See Radio Frequency Statement on TTY Users your vehicle is in a place where page 13 22 for information OnStar has the ability to OnStar has an agreement with a regarding Part 15 of the Federal communicate to the deaf, wireless service provider for service Communications Commission (FCC)
Page 561 OnStar 14-7 In emergency situations, OnStar OnStar Personal Identification Potential Issues can use the last stored GPS Number (PIN) Some OnStar services are disabled location to send to emergency after five days. OnStar cannot A PIN is needed to access some of responders.
Page 562 14-8 OnStar Vehicle and Power Issues Privacy OnStar services require a vehicle The complete OnStar Privacy electrical system, wireless service, Statement may be found at and GPS satellite technologies to be www.onstar.com. Privacy-sensitive available and operating for features users of wireless communications to function properly.
Page 563 INDEX Airbag System AM-FM Radio ....7-9 Check ......3-42 Antenna Accessories and How Does an Airbag...
Page 564 INDEX Automatic Bluetooth ..... . 7-50 Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Door Locks ....2-8 Brake License Plate Lamps .
Page 565 INDEX Carbon Monoxide Child Restraints Control of a Vehicle ... . . 9-4 Engine Exhaust ....9-36 Infants and Young Convex Mirrors .
Page 566 INDEX Driving Characteristics and Damage Repair, Collision ..13-16 E85 Fuel ..... . . 9-76 Towing Tips ....9-80 Danger, Warnings, and Electrical Equipment, Defensive .
Page 567 INDEX Engine (cont'd) Folding Mirrors ....2-15 Cooling System ... . . 10-19 Four-Wheel Drive ..10-32, 9-43 Cooling System Messages .
Page 568 INDEX Fuel Economy Gauges (cont'd) Headlamps (cont'd) Driving ......1-34 Trip Odometer ....5-14 Headlamps, Front Turn Full-Size Spare Tire .
Page 569 INDEX LATCH, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children ..3-51 Idle System Labeling, Tire Sidewall ..10-55 Light Fast ......9-31 Lamp Messages .
Page 570: Traction Control System
INDEX Lights (cont'd) Messages (cont'd) Low Fuel Warning ... .5-32 Fuel System ....5-46 Maintenance Key and Lock .
Page 571 INDEX Older Children, Restraints ..3-43 Online Owner Center ..13-7 Navigation Park ® OnStar Vehicle Data Recording Shifting into ....9-33 Additional Information .
Page 572 i-10 INDEX Pickup Conversion to Rearview Mirrors ....2-17 Chassis Cab ....9-116 Reclining Seatbacks .
Page 573 INDEX i-11 Replacing Safety Belt Seats (cont'd) System Parts after a Crash . . . 3-22 Power Adjustment, Front ..3-4 Safety Belts ....3-12 Rear .
Page 574 i-12 INDEX Shift Lock Control Function Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps Throttle, Adjustable ... . 9-27 Check, Automatic Bulb Replacement ..10-44 Time .
Page 575 INDEX i-13 Tires (cont'd) Transmission Wheel Alignment and Tire Automatic .....9-37 Vehicle Balance ....10-76 Fluid, Automatic .
Page 576 i-14 INDEX When It Is Time for New Tires ......10-71 Warning Where to Put the Restraint ..3-49 Brake System Light .

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