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Page 1 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ..... . 2 In Brief ......5 Keys, Doors, and Windows .
Page 3: Introduction
GM, the GM logo, GMC, the If the vehicle has the bi-fuel engine, GMC Truck Emblem, and SIERRA On peut obtenir un exemplaire de...
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Using this Manual Symbols Warning To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and Warning indicates a hazard that the vehicle, use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of could result in injury or death. back of the manual.
Page 5 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle : Heated Steering Wheel and what they mean. For more : LATCH System Child Restraints information on the symbol, refer to the Index.
Page 6: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Vehicle Features Driving for Better Fuel Economy ..... 30 Infotainment System ... 23 Roadside Assistance Radio(s) .
Page 7: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel Uplevel Shown, Base Similar I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 8 In Brief 1. Instrument Panel Illumination Tow/Haul Selector Button (If Traction Control/Electronic Control 0 178. Equipped). See Tow/Haul Stability Control 0 301. Mode 0 290. 2. Integrated Trailer Brake Control Pedal Adjust Switch (If (ITBC) System (If Equipped). Range Selection Mode (If Equipped).
Page 9: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Auxiliary Button (If Equipped). 21. Horn 0 123. Initial Drive See Add-On Electrical 22. Steering Wheel Adjustment Information Equipment 0 348. 0 121 (Out of View). 18. Climate Control Systems (with This section provides a brief 23. Cruise Control 0 304. Heater Only) 0 244 or Climate overview about some of the Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Page 10: Remote Vehicle Start
In Brief Remote Vehicle Start Door Locks If equipped, the engine can be There are several ways to lock and started from outside of the vehicle. unlock the vehicle. From outside, use the Remote Starting the Vehicle Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or 1.
Page 11: Windows
In Brief or when Retained Accessory Power Power Sliding Rear Window : Press to unlock the doors. (RAP) is active. See Retained See Door Locks 0 38 and Power Accessory Power (RAP) 0 279. Door Locks 0 39. Press the switch to lower the window.
Page 12: Seat Adjustment
In Brief Seat Adjustment Power Seats Lumbar Adjustment Manual Lumbar Manual Seats To adjust a power seat, if equipped: Move the seat forward or If equipped, move the lever up or To adjust a manual seat: rearward by sliding the control down repeatedly to increase or 1.
Page 13 In Brief Power Lumbar See Lumbar Adjustment 0 57. To return the seatback to the upright position: Reclining Seatbacks 1. Lift the lever fully without Manual Reclining Seatbacks applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position. 2.
Page 14: Memory Features
In Brief Tilt the top of the control forward Automatic Memory Recall and/or Press to heat the driver or to raise. Easy Exit Recall features may be passenger seatback only. enabled in the Personalization See Reclining Seatbacks 0 58. Press to heat the driver or Menus.
Page 15: Safety Belts
In Brief Safety Belts Passenger Sensing System The passenger sensing system, if equipped, turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other United States airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. If the vehicle has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the...
Page 16 In Brief Exterior Mirrors If equipped with power folding mirrors: Power Mirrors 1. Press (2) to fold the mirrors out to the driving position. 2. Press (2) again to fold the mirrors in to the folded position. See Folding Mirrors 0 47. The mirrors may also include a memory function that works with the memory seats.
Page 17: Steering Wheel Adjustment
In Brief Automatic Dimming Rearview 2. Move the steering wheel up 2. Pull the lever (2) toward you to Mirror or down. move the steering wheel up or down, then release the lever to The automatic dimming mirror will 3. Release the lever to lock the lock the wheel in place.
Page 18: Interior Lighting
In Brief Lift the switch up to move the OFF : Turns the lamps off, even pedals closer to your body. Press when a door is open. the switch down to move the DOOR : The lamps come on pedals away. automatically when a door is See Adjustable Throttle and Brake opened.
Page 19: Windshield Wiper/Washer
In Brief See: : Turns off the automatic INT : Turn the band up for more headlamps and Daytime Running frequent wipes or down for less Exterior Lamp Controls 0 172. Lamps (DRL). Turn the headlamp frequent wipes. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) control to the off position again to OFF : Turns the windshield 0 175.
Page 20: Climate Controls
In Brief Climate Controls These systems control the heating, cooling, and ventilation. For an eAssist vehicle, see the Silverado/Sierra eAssist supplement. Climate Control System (with Heater Only) 1. Fan Control 4. Defrost 2. Air Recirculation 5. TEMP (Temperature Control) 3. Air Delivery Mode Control...
Page 21 In Brief Climate Control System (with Air Conditioning) 1. Fan Control (Rear Window Defogger, If Equipped) 2. A/C (Air Conditioning) 3. Air Delivery Mode Control (Outside Heated Mirror, If Equipped) 4. Defrost 5. TEMP (Temperature Control) (Outside Air, If Equipped) 7.
Page 22: Transmission
In Brief Dual Automatic Climate Control System Transmission Range Selection Mode The Range Selection Mode switch, if equipped, is on the automatic transmission shift lever. To enable: 1. Driver Temperature Control 9. Power Button 1. Move the shift lever to the 2.
Page 23: Four-Wheel Drive
In Brief While using Range Selection Mode, Manual Transfer Case Electronic Transfer Case cruise control and the Tow/Haul Mode can be used. Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode is active. See Tow/Haul Mode 0 290. Four-Wheel Drive If the vehicle has Four-Wheel Drive, the engine's driving power can be sent to all four wheels for extra...
Page 24: Vehicle Features
In Brief Automatic Transfer Case AUTO mode only the rear wheels Vehicle Features will hold the vehicle from sliding when parked. If parking on a steep Infotainment System grade, use 4 to keep all four The base radio and base radio with wheels engaged.
Page 25: Satellite Radio
In Brief MENU : Press to select a menu. Setting the Clock See Satellite Radio (Base Radio) 0 194 or Satellite Radio (Base : Press to seek the previous See Clock 0 124. Radio with Touchscreen) 0 195. station or track. Satellite Radio : Press to seek the next station Portable Audio Devices...
Page 26: Steering Wheel Controls
In Brief The Bluetooth-enabled cell phone If equipped, some audio controls must be paired with the in-vehicle can be adjusted at the steering Bluetooth system before it can be wheel. used in the vehicle. Not all phones ® : For vehicles with OnStar or a will support all functions.
Page 27: Driver Information
In Brief Driver Information See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) : Press to move up or System 0 311. down in a list. Center (DIC) : Press to move between Lane Departure The DIC display is in the instrument the interactive display zones in the cluster.
Page 28: Rear Vision Camera (Rvc)
In Brief alert as the lane marking is crossed. Parking Assist Vehicles with a Center Console The system will not assist or alert if One or two in front of the If equipped, Rear Parking it detects that you are actively cupholders on the center Assist (RPA) uses sensors on the steering.
Page 29: Universal Remote System
In Brief Universal Remote System Sunroof Express-Open/Express-Close : To express-open the sunroof, fully press and release the rear of the SLIDE switch until the sunroof reaches the desired position. To express-close the sunroof, fully press and release the front of the SLIDE switch.
Page 30: Traction Control/Electronic
Overview System Messages 0 155. Traction Control/ For an eAssist vehicle, see the Press and release again to Silverado/Sierra eAssist Electronic Stability turn on both systems. supplement. Control StabiliTrak will automatically turn on if the vehicle exceeds 56 km/h The vehicle has a traction control (35 mph).
Page 31: Engine Oil Life System
In Brief the tires to the recommended Resetting the Oil Life System 3. Display OIL LIFE REMAINING pressure shown on the Tire and on the DIC. If the display To reset the engine oil life system: Loading Information label. See shows 100%, the system is 1.
Page 32: Roadside Assistance
TTY Users (U.S. Only): conditions require. 1-888-889-2438 Keep vehicle tires properly Canada: 1-800-268-6800 inflated. New GMC owners are automatically Combine several trips into a enrolled in the Roadside Assistance single trip. Program. Replace the vehicle's tires with See Roadside Assistance Program the same TPC Spec number 0 474.
Page 33: Keys, Doors, And Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....45 Windows Trailer-Tow Mirrors ... . . 45 Keys Power Mirrors .
Page 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows moving the key out of the RUN Warning (Continued) position. Do not add any additional items to the ring attached to the impacted, and airbags may not ignition key. Attach additional items deploy. To reduce the risk of only to the second ring, and limit unintentional rotation of the added items to a few essential keys...
Page 35: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming with a If there are no currently recognized The key has a bar-coded key tag Recognized Key keys available, follow this procedure that the dealer or qualified locksmith to program the first key. can use to make new keys. Store To program a new key: this information in a safe place, not This procedure will take...
Page 36: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows Check the location. Other when is pressed again within vehicles or objects may be three seconds. See Vehicle blocking the signal. Personalization 0 162. Check the transmitter's battery. Pressing arms the alarm system. See Battery Replacement later See Vehicle Alarm System 0 42.
Page 37 Keys, Doors, and Windows To replace the battery: Pressing on the RKE transmitter RUN or is pressed again. The disarms the alarm system. See ignition must be in LOCK/OFF for Vehicle Personalization 0 162. the panic alarm to work. If equipped with auto mirror folding, Programming Transmitters to pressing and holding the Vehicle...
Page 38: Remote Vehicle Start
Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Vehicle Start The engine will turn off during a remote vehicle start if: If equipped with the remote start The coolant temperature gets feature, the climate control system too high. will come on when the vehicle is started remotely, depending on the The oil pressure gets low.
Page 39: Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows The engine will continue to run Turn on the hazard warning Warning (Continued) for 10 minutes. After flashers. 30 seconds, repeat Turn the ignition on and then off. Young children who get into Steps 1 and 2 for a 10-minute unlocked vehicles may be time extension.
Page 40: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows See Vehicle Alarm System 0 42. Delayed Locking To unlock the doors: Press on a door. If equipped, when locking the doors Power Door Locks with the power lock switch and a Shift the transmission into door open, the doors will lock P (Park).
Page 41: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors After closing the tailgate, pull it back to be sure it latches securely. Tailgate Tailgate Removal The tailgate can be removed to Warning allow for different loading situations. Assistance may be needed with the It is extremely dangerous to ride removal to avoid damage to the on the tailgate, even when the vehicle.
Page 42: Power Assist Steps
Keys, Doors, and Windows 1. Raise the tailgate and support Keep hands, children, pets, objects, 2. Kick the switch to extend the it firmly. Pull out and hold the and clothing clear of the power power assist step to the tire. cable retaining clip (1).
Page 43: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows The vehicle must be in P (Park) or Vehicle Security Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. N (Neutral). To extend the steps: A door, the liftgate or the hood This vehicle has theft-deterrent is open. Press to extend both steps.
Page 44 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the driver door is opened without To avoid setting off the alarm by The inclination sensor can set off first unlocking with the RKE accident: the alarm if it senses movement of transmitter, the horn will chirp and the vehicle, such as a change in Lock the vehicle after all the lights will flash to indicate...
Page 45: Immobilizer
Keys, Doors, and Windows Inclination and Intrusion Immobilizer The security light, in the instrument cluster, comes on if there is a Sensors Disable Switch See Radio Frequency Statement problem with arming or disarming 0 480. the theft-deterrent system. When trying to start the vehicle, the Immobilizer Operation security light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on.
Page 46: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows It is possible for the immobilizer Exterior Mirrors Trailer-Tow Mirrors system to learn new or replacement keys. Up to eight keys can be Convex Mirrors programmed for the vehicle. To program additional keys, see Keys Warning 0 32.
Page 47: Power Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows If equipped, the mirror housing may 2. Press one of the four arrows on 2. Press one of the four arrows on have auxiliary cargo and clearance the control pad to move the the control pad while the lamps.
Page 48: Folding Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Folding Mirrors Resetting the Power Folding Auto Mirror Folding Mirrors If equipped, with the ignition off, Reset the power folding mirrors if: press and hold on the RKE The mirrors are accidentally transmitter for approximately one second to automatically fold the obstructed while folding.
Page 49: Automatic Dimming Mirror
Keys, Doors, and Windows See Rear Window Defogger under Driving with the Blind Spot 1. When the approaching vehicle Dual Automatic Climate Control is a long distance away, the Mirror System 0 248. image in the main mirror is small and near the inboard Automatic Dimming edge of the mirror.
Page 50: Reverse Tilt Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows zone. Then, glance over your Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming shoulder to double check Rearview Mirror before moving slowly into the Interior Rearview Mirrors adjacent lane. If equipped, automatic dimming reduces the glare of headlamps Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear Reverse Tilt Mirrors from behind.
Page 51: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Windows pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the Warning sound, open either a front window or the sunroof, if equipped. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, Power Windows especially with the windows...
Page 52 Keys, Doors, and Windows Press the switch down to lower the window will need to be Express Window Anti-Pinch window, and pull up the front of the reprogrammed for the express-up Override switch to raise the window. feature to work. Warning To reprogram the power windows: Express-Down Windows...
Page 53: Rear Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Window Lockout Rear Windows Sun Visors Power Sliding Rear Window Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side Crew/Double Cab Premium window or, if equipped, extend Shown, Other Models Similar along the rod.
Page 54: Roof
Keys, Doors, and Windows Roof Manual-Open/Manual-Close : To open the sunroof, press and hold the rear of the SLIDE switch until Sunroof the sunroof reaches the desired position. Press and hold the front of the SLIDE switch to close it Express-Open/Express-Close : To express-open the sunroof, fully press and release the rear of the...
Page 55: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety Belt Extender ... 69 Where to Put the Restraint ..91 Safety System Check ..70 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Restraints Safety Belt Care .
Page 56: Head Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The vehicle s 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 57: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats Front Seats 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the The rear seat has adjustable handle. Seat Adjustment headrests in the outboard seating 3. Try to move the seat back and positions. forth to be sure it is locked in Warning The height of the headrest can be...
Page 58: Power Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Power Seat Adjustment To adjust the lumbar support, see Power Lumbar Lumbar Adjustment 0 57. Some vehicles are equipped with a feature that activates a vibrating pulse alert in the driver seat to help the driver avoid crashes. See Driver Assistance Systems 0 307.
Page 59: Reclining Seatbacks
Seats and Restraints Reclining Seatbacks Warning Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you.
Page 60: Memory Seats
Seats and Restraints To return the seatback to the upright Memory Seats 2. Adjust the driver seat, outside position: mirrors, and adjustable pedals (if equipped) to the desired 1. Lift the lever fully without driving positions. applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will 3.
Page 61: Heated And Ventilated Front
Seats and Restraints Automatically Recalling Memory Easy Exit Recall two seconds. Try recalling again Positions (Auto Recall) by pressing the appropriate If programmed on in the vehicle memory button. If programmed on in the vehicle personalization menu, the easy exit personalization menu, the Auto feature automatically recalls the For exit recall position, press...
Page 62 Seats and Restraints or ventilated seats are canceled Press to heat the driver or Warning (Continued) when the ignition is turned on. Press passenger seatback only. the heated or ventilated seat button heat, such as a blanket, cushion, Press to heat the driver or to use the heated or ventilated seats cover, or similar item.
Page 63: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats 2. Pull up on the seat cushion to make sure it is locked in place. Rear Seats (Double Cab Make sure the safety belts are not twisted or caught in the Full Bench) seat cushion. Folding the Rear Seat Warning Caution...
Page 64: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints To return the seat to the normal Safety Belts Caution seating position, slowly pull the seat This section of the manual cushion down. Folding a rear seat with the safety describes how to use safety belts Make sure the safety belts are not belts still fastened may cause properly.
Page 65 Seats and Restraints Why Safety Belts Work Questions and Answers About Warning (Continued) Safety Belts passengers to ride in any area of Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a the vehicle that is not equipped safety belt? with seats and safety belts.
Page 66: How To Wear Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints How to Wear Safety Belts Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest. Properly These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining This section is only for people of forces. The shoulder belt locks if adult size.
Page 67 Seats and Restraints vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt The lap-shoulder belt may lock except for the center front if you pull the belt across you passenger position (if equipped), very quickly. If this happens, let which has a lap belt. See Lap Belt the belt go back slightly to 0 69.
Page 68 Seats and Restraints 3. Push the latch plate into the To unlatch the belt, push the button buckle until it clicks. on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the Always stow the safety belt slowly.
Page 69: Safety Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints could reduce the effectiveness of Safety Belt Pretensioners Rear Safety Belt Comfort the safety belt in a crash. See How Guides This vehicle has safety belt to Wear Safety Belts Properly 0 65. pretensioners for front outboard Rear safety belt comfort guides may occupants.
Page 70: Lap Belt
Seats and Restraints Lap Belt This section is only for the lap belt. To learn how to wear a lap-shoulder belt, see Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 65. The vehicle may have a center seating position with a lap safety belt. The lap safety belt does not have a retractor.
Page 71: Safety System Check
Seats and Restraints will wear, so the extender will be Keep safety belts clean and dry. Warning (Continued) long enough for you. To help avoid See Safety Belt Care 0 70. personal injury, do not let someone serious injury or even death in a Safety Belt Care else use it, and use it only for the crash.
Page 72: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints Airbag System For frontal airbags, the word Warning (Continued) AIRBAG is on the center of the The vehicle has the following steering wheel for the driver and on belts, not replace them. Also, airbags: the instrument panel for the front airbags are not designed to inflate outboard passenger.
Page 73: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? Warning (Continued) Warning sit unnecessarily close to any Children who are up against, airbag, as you would be if sitting or very close to, any airbag when on the edge of the seat or leaning it inflates can be seriously injured forward.
Page 74: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints The front outboard passenger Warning (Continued) frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel. or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other...
Page 75 Seats and Restraints system's deployment threshold. whether the object is fixed or If the GVWR is at or below 4 536 kg Deployment thresholds are used to moving, rigid or deformable, narrow (10,000 lb), the vehicle has predict how severe a crash is likely or wide.
Page 76: What Makes An Airbag
Seats and Restraints sensing system predicts that the are designed to inflate in moderate What Makes an Airbag vehicle is about to roll over on its to severe side crashes depending Inflate? side, or in a severe frontal impact. on the location of the impact. Both roof-rail airbags will inflate when In a deployment event, the sensing Vehicles with a GVWR above...
Page 77: What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates
This dust For an eAssist vehicle, see the turn off the hazard warning flashers could cause breathing problems Silverado/Sierra eAssist by using the controls for those for people with a history of supplement. features.
Page 78: Airbag On-Off Switch
Seats and Restraints airbag system will not be there turn on or off the front outboard Warning to help protect you in another passenger frontal airbag. See crash. A new system will include Instrument Panel 0 6. A crash severe enough to inflate airbag modules and possibly the airbags may have also other parts.
Page 79 Seats and Restraints My vehicle has a rear seat too Medical Condition. A passenger Warning (Continued) small to accommodate a has a medical condition which, rear-facing infant seat; or according to his or her physician: passenger frontal airbag unless Causes the passenger airbag to The infant has a medical the person sitting there is in a risk condition which, according to the...
Page 80: Passenger Sensing System
Seats and Restraints you know that the front outboard have a passenger sensing system. passenger frontal airbag is off. See See Airbag On-Off Switch 0 77 for Airbag On-Off Light 0 137. The front more information. outboard passenger airbag will The passenger airbag status remain off until you turn it back on indicator will light on the overhead...
Page 81 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system Warning Warning (Continued) turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under A child in a rear-facing child the front outboard passenger certain conditions. No other airbag restraint can be seriously injured seat, always move the seat as far is affected by the passenger or killed if the passenger frontal back as it will go.
Page 82 Seats and Restraints When the passenger sensing wear a safety belt 2. Remove the child restraint from system has turned off the front properly whether or not there is the vehicle. outboard passenger frontal airbag, an airbag for that person. 3.
Page 83 Seats and Restraints 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material restraint and restarting the from the seat, such as Adult-Sized Occupant vehicle, the on indicator is still blankets, cushions, seat lit, turn the vehicle off.
Page 84: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
Seats and Restraints A thick layer of additional material, Warning Warning (Continued) such as a blanket or cushion, or aftermarket equipment such as If the front outboard passenger seatback may interfere with the seat covers, seat heaters, and seat airbag is turned off for an proper operation of the passenger massagers can affect how well the adult-sized occupant, the airbag...
Page 85: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Seats and Restraints Your dealer and the service manual If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail Warning (Continued) have information about the location airbags, see Different Size Tires of the airbag sensors, sensing and and Wheels 0 416 for additional are close to an airbag when it diagnostic module, and airbag important information.
Page 86: Airbag System Check
Seats and Restraints Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System Child Restraints Parts after a Crash The airbag system does not need Older Children regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Make sure the airbag Warning readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 136. A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle.
Page 87 Seats and Restraints The manufacturer instructions that Can proper safety belt fit be According to accident statistics, come with the booster seat state the maintained for the length of the children are safer when properly weight and height limitations for that trip? If yes, continue.
Page 88: Infants And Young Children
Seats and Restraints restraints. In fact, the law in every Warning (Continued) state in the United States and in every Canadian province says That could cause serious or fatal children up to some age must be injuries. The shoulder belt should restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 89 Seats and Restraints Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle.
Page 90: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints restraint will have a label saying Child Restraint Systems Warning (Continued) that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. the hip bones, as it should. The restraint manufacturer Instead, it may settle up around instructions that come with the the child's abdomen.
Page 91 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual. To help reduce the chance of injury, the child restraint must be secured Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats...
Page 92: Where To Put The Restraint
Seats and Restraints important, so if they are not Securing the Child Within the If a child restraint is secured in the available, obtain a replacement front outboard passenger seat, and Child Restraint copy from the manufacturer. the vehicle has a switch on the passenger side instrument panel Warning Keep in mind that an unsecured...
Page 93 Seats and Restraints Depending on where you place the Warning (Continued) Warning child restraint and the size of the child restraint, you may not be able airbag. A child in a forward-facing A child in a child restraint in the to access adjacent safety belt child restraint can be seriously center front seat can be badly...
Page 94: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch System)
Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors and this can be done as long as the Not all vehicle seating positions or booster seat can be positioned child restraints have lower anchors Tethers for Children properly and there is no interference and attachments or top tether (LATCH System) with the proper positioning of the anchors and attachments.
Page 95 Seats and Restraints seating position that will The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether accommodate a child restraint with single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Anchor Locations lower attachments (2). Either will have a single attachment (2) to secure the top Top Tether Anchor tether to the anchor.
Page 96 Seats and Restraints has two labels near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. For double cab models, the rear outboard seating positions have exposed metal lower anchors in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. Regular Cab Three-Passenger Crew and Double Cab Rear Seat...
Page 97 Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached.
Page 98 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Warning Caution killed. Install a LATCH-type child Children can be seriously injured Do not let the LATCH restraint properly using the or strangled if a shoulder belt is attachments rub against the anchors, or use the vehicle safety wrapped around their neck.
Page 99 Seats and Restraints Regular Cab Models 1.3. Remove the cover to expose the anchor. 1. For models without a rear seat, forward-facing child restraints 1.4. Route, attach, and tighten should only be installed in the the top tether according to right front seating position with your child restraint safety belts and a top tether.
Page 100 Seats and Restraints check, grasp the child restraint 1.3. Attach and tighten the at the safety belt path and lower attachments on the attempt to move it side to side child restraint to the lower and back and forth. There anchors.
Page 101 Seats and Restraints 2.1.3. Then attach the top and behind the check, grasp the child restraint tether (4) to the top inboard at the LATCH path and attempt tether headrest post. to move it side to side and anchor (loop) (1) at back and forth.
Page 102 Seats and Restraints 2.2. Put the child restraint on 3.1. For a top tether in the rear the seat. driver side position: 2.3. Attach and tighten the 3.1.1. Remove the lower attachments on the headrest. child restraint to the lower 3.1.2.
Page 103 Seats and Restraints at the rear can be attached for child To reinstall the headrest: passenger side restraints in all three rear seating position. seating positions at the same time, following the routing 3.3. For a top tether in the rear instructions above.
Page 104: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash
Seats and Restraints To remove the headrest: To reinstall the headrest: Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash Warning A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle. A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash.
Page 105: Securing Child Restraints (Center Front Seat)
Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints install the child restraint using If more than one child restraint LATCH. If a child restraint is secured needs to be installed in the rear (Center Front Seat) in the vehicle using a safety belt seat, be sure to read Where to Put and it uses a top tether, see Lower the Restraint 0 91.
Page 106 Seats and Restraints 4. Push the latch plate into the 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the 6. To tighten the belt, push down buckle until it clicks. way out of the retractor to set on the child restraint, pull the the lock.
Page 107 Seats and Restraints 7. For forward-facing child To remove the child restraint, restraints, attach and tighten unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and the top tether to the top tether let it return to the stowed position. anchor (loop). Refer to the child If the top tether is attached to a top restraint instructions, the tether anchor, disconnect it.
Page 108 Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 93 for more information on using the top tether anchors.
Page 109: Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)
Seats and Restraints removed. See your dealer for See Passenger Sensing System Warning (Continued) assistance with removal, and store 0 79 and Passenger Airbag Status the removed headrest in a secure Indicator 0 138 for more information The vehicle may have a place.
Page 110 Seats and Restraints If the vehicle does not have a rear When using the lap-shoulder belt to seat that will accommodate a secure the child restraint in this rear-facing child restraint, a position, follow the instructions that rear-facing child restraint should not came with the child restraint and the be installed in the vehicle, even if following instructions:...
Page 111 Seats and Restraints Position the release button so 7. If the vehicle does not have a that the safety belt could be rear seat and the child restraint quickly unbuckled if necessary. manufacturer recommends using a top tether anchor, attach the top tether to the top tether anchor.
Page 112 Seats and Restraints If a child restraint has been installed Warning Warning (Continued) and the on indicator is lit, see If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child A child in a rear-facing child forward-facing child restraint in Restraint under Passenger Sensing restraint can be seriously injured the front outboard seat, always System 0 79 for more information.
Page 113 Seats and Restraints If the vehicle does not have a rear When using the lap-shoulder belt to seat that will accommodate a secure the child restraint in this rear-facing child restraint, a position, follow the instructions that rear-facing child restraint should not came with the child restraint and the be installed in the vehicle, even if following instructions:...
Page 114 Seats and Restraints Position the release button so 7. If your vehicle does not have a that the safety belt could be rear seat and your child quickly unbuckled if necessary. restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether.
Page 115 Seats and Restraints from the vehicle unless the person If the vehicle does not have a rear When using the lap-shoulder belt to who will be sitting there is a member seat that will accommodate a secure the child restraint in this of a passenger airbag risk group.
Page 116 Seats and Restraints 4. Push the latch plate into the 7. If your child restraint has a top buckle until it clicks. tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions Make sure the release button is regarding the use of the top positioned so you would be tether.
Page 117: Storage
Storage Storage Storage Glove Box Compartments Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments ..116 Instrument Panel Storage ..116 Do not store heavy or sharp Glove Box ....116 objects in storage compartments.
Page 118: Sunglasses Storage
Storage Rear Sunglasses Storage Center Console Storage If equipped, pull the rear seat If equipped, sunglasses storage is Press the latch and lift to open. armrest down to access the on the overhead console. Press the Depending on the options there may cupholders.
Page 119: Floor Console Storage
Storage Floor Console Storage Additional Storage Caution Features The truck bed walls will collapse if the tie-downs are overloaded. Cargo Tie-Downs If equipped with front seat floor console storage, unlock with the ignition key, press the button, and lift to open. The vehicle may be equipped with To install: cargo tie-downs.
Page 120 Storage 3. Fasten the tie-down firmly by hand only. Do not use tools. To remove: 1. Remove the tie-down loop completely by turning counterclockwise while holding the backing plate against the truck bed wall. 2. Pull the backing plate away from the truck bed wall until a click is heard.
Page 121: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Instruments and Safety Belt Reminders ..135 Cruise Control Light ..146 Airbag Readiness Light ..136 Information Displays Controls Airbag On-Off Light .
Page 122: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Instruments and Controls Tire Messages ....158 Controls Tilt and Telescoping Steering Transmission Messages ..159 Wheel Vehicle Reminder Steering Wheel Messages .
Page 123: Steering Wheel Controls
Instruments and Controls Steering Wheel Controls 1. Favorite: When on a radio (Previous/Next Menu) : source, press to select the next Press to go to the previous or next or previous favorite. When on a menu option. media source, press to select (Next/Previous the next or previous track.
Page 124: Horn
Instruments and Controls The steering wheel takes about OFF : Turns the windshield If the ignition is put in OFF while the three minutes to start heating. wipers off. wipers are performing wipes due to windshield washing, the wipers (Mist) : For a single Horn continue to run until they reach the wipe, turn to...
Page 125: Compass
Instruments and Controls Compass Clock To set the clock display: 1. Select SETTINGS from the The vehicle may have a compass Setting the Time and Date with Home Page, then select Time display on the Driver Information Faceplate Controls and Date. Center (DIC).
Page 126: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls Auto Set requires an OnStar Power Outlets The power outlets on the center subscription. stack and in front of the cupholders Power Outlets 12 Volt Direct are powered at all times. The power If auto timing is set, the time Current outlets inside the storage area and displayed on the clock may not...
Page 127 Instruments and Controls Certain power accessory plugs may Power Outlet 110/120 Volt An indicator light on the outlet turns not be compatible with the on to show it is in use. The light Alternating Current accessory power outlet and could comes on when the ignition is in overload vehicle or adapter fuses.
Page 128: Wireless Charging
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 279. compatibility: The operating temperature is 20 °C In the U.S., see my.gmc.com/ ( 4 °F) to 60 °C (140 °F) for the learn. charging system and 0 °C (32 °F) to In Canada, see 35 °C (95 °F) for the phone.
Page 129: Indicators
Instruments and Controls 2. Place the mobile device face Warning Lights, up on the symbol on the Gauges, and charging pad. Indicators 3. The will display on the on the infotainment screen. Warning lights and gauges can This indicates that the mobile signal that something is wrong device is properly positioned before it becomes serious enough...
Page 130: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Base Cluster (English Shown, Metric Similar) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 131 Instruments and Controls Uplevel Cluster (English Shown, Metric Similar) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 132 Instruments and Controls Cluster Menu (Uplevel Cluster) viewed. See Driver Information phone source. If there is an active Center (DIC) (Uplevel) in the call, mute the phone or switch to There is an interactive display area Index. handset operation. in the center of the instrument Audio cluster.
Page 133: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls be displayed in the Info app. See Odometer Fuel Gauge Driver Information Center (DIC) The odometer shows how far the (Uplevel) in the Index. vehicle has been driven, in either Speed Warning : The Speed kilometers or miles. Warning display allows the driver to set a speed that they do not want to Trip Odometer...
Page 134: Engine Oil Pressure
Instruments and Controls When the ignition is on, the fuel The gauge takes a few seconds gauge indicates about how much to stabilize after the ignition is fuel is left in the tank. turned on, and goes back to empty when the ignition is There is an arrow near the fuel turned off.
Page 135: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Instruments and Controls PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE Engine Coolant under Engine Oil Messages 0 153 Temperature Gauge and Engine Oil 0 361. Caution Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. Driving with the engine oil low can also damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 136: Voltmeter Gauge
Instruments and Controls Voltmeter Gauge Readings outside the normal Safety Belt Reminders operating range can also occur Driver Safety Belt Reminder when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the Light vehicle and the engine is left idling There is a driver safety belt for an extended period.
Page 137: Airbag Readiness Light
Instruments and Controls Passenger Safety Belt The front passenger safety belt The airbag readiness light comes on reminder light and chime may turn for several seconds when the Reminder Light on if an object is put on the seat vehicle is started. If the light does There may be a passenger safety such as a briefcase, handbag, not come on then, have it fixed...
Page 138: Airbag On-Off Light
Instruments and Controls Airbag On-Off Light the on or off symbol, will light to let Warning you know the status of the front If the vehicle has an airbag on-off outboard passenger frontal airbag. If the front outboard passenger switch, it also has a passenger When the front outboard passenger frontal airbag is turned off for a airbag status indicator located in the...
Page 139: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls Passenger Airbag Status Warning (Continued) Indicator example, the front outboard If the vehicle has one of the passenger frontal airbag could following indicators, then the vehicle inflate even though the airbag has a passenger sensing system for on-off switch is turned off.
Page 140: Charging System Light
Instruments and Controls If, after several seconds, both status The charging system light comes on Malfunction Indicator indicator lights remain on, or if there briefly when the ignition is turned Lamp (Check Engine are no lights at all, there may be a on, but the engine is not running, as Light) problem with the lights or the...
Page 141 Instruments and Controls If the light is flashing : A driving trips with the cap Caution malfunction has been detected that properly installed may turn the could damage the emission control light off. If the vehicle is driven continually system and increase vehicle Poor fuel quality can cause with this light on, the emission emissions.
Page 142: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls The DLC is under the instrument See your dealer if the vehicle will When the ignition is on, the brake panel to the left of the steering not pass or cannot be made ready system warning light also comes on wheel.
Page 143: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
Instruments and Controls Antilock Brake System If both the ABS and the brake Tow/Haul Mode Light system warning light are on, the (ABS) Warning Light vehicle's antilock brakes are not functioning and there is a problem with the regular brakes. See your dealer for service.
Page 144: Lane Departure Warning (Ldw) Light
Instruments and Controls Lane Departure Warning Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Vehicle Ahead Indicator (LDW) Light (2500/3500 Light (1500 Series) Series) If equipped, this indicator will display green when a vehicle is If available, this light comes on detected ahead and amber when briefly while starting the vehicle.
Page 145: Traction Control System (Tcs)
Instruments and Controls dealer. If the system is working This light comes on when the If the light is on and not flashing, the normally, the indicator light then StabiliTrak system is turned off. TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak turns off. If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction system have been disabled.
Page 146: Low Fuel Warning Light
Instruments and Controls When the Light Is On Steady Low Fuel Warning Light serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the This indicates that one or more of indicator light turns off. the tires are significantly underinflated. If the light stays on and the engine does not start, there could be a A Driver Information Center (DIC)
Page 147: Front Fog Lamp Light
Instruments and Controls ® IntelliBeam Light Lamps On Reminder Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) The DIC displays are shown in the center of the instrument cluster. The displays show the status of many This light comes on when the vehicle systems.
Page 148 Instruments and Controls Unit Average Fuel Economy Remaining Oil Life The Average Fuel Economy display Turn the trip odometer reset stem Digital Speedometer shows the approximate average until REMAINING OIL LIFE The speedometer shows how fast liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) displays.
Page 149: (Uplevel)
Instruments and Controls Transmission Fluid Temperature Unit The temperature of the automatic This will change the displays on the transmission fluid displays in either instrument cluster and DIC to either degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees metric or English (US) Fahrenheit (°F). measurements.
Page 150 Instruments and Controls DIC Info Page Options not be turned on by default but can Fuel Range : Shows the be turned on through the Settings approximate distance the vehicle The info pages on the DIC can be can be driven without refueling. app.
Page 151 Instruments and Controls The Oil Life display must be reset economy that has been achieved for that has passed since the timer was after each oil change. It will not the selected distance. The selected last reset. To stop the timer, press reset itself.
Page 152: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls TRAILER GAIN shows the trailer Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and gain setting. This setting can be Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC adjusted from 0.0 to 10.0 with either indicate the status of the vehicle or a trailer connected or disconnected.
Page 153: Brake System Messages
Instruments and Controls SERVICE BATTERY Brake System Messages As soon as it is safe to do so, carefully pull your vehicle over to CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE FLUID LOW the side of the road and turn the On some vehicles, this message ignition off.
Page 154: Engine Cooling System
Instruments and Controls obstructions, and close the door If this message continues to appear, Engine Oil Messages again. Check to see if the message have the system repaired by your CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON still appears on the DIC. dealer as soon as possible to avoid damage to the engine.
Page 155: Engine Power Messages
Instruments and Controls and allow the vehicle to idle until it accelerate. If this message is on, diagnostic system can determine if cools down. See Engine Coolant but there is no reduction in the fuel cap has been left off or Temperature Gauge 0 134.
Page 156: Object Detection System
Instruments and Controls Object Detection System This message could be due to the Assist (LKA), Lane Departure camera being blocked. Cleaning the Warning (LDW), and Forward Messages outside of the windshield behind the Collision Alert (FCA) features. Take rearview mirror may correct the the vehicle to your dealer.
Page 157: Airbag System Messages
Instruments and Controls SERVICE TRACTION TRACTION CONTROL ON The stability system takes longer than usual to complete its CONTROL This message displays when the diagnostic checks due to driving traction control is active. See This message displays when there conditions. Traction Control/Electronic Stability is a problem with the Traction An engine or vehicle-related...
Page 158: Safety Belt Messages
Instruments and Controls Safety Belt Messages SHIFTER UNLOCKED. BRAKE Steering System TO SHIFT Messages SHIFTER LOCKED. BUCKLE This message displays when the SEATBELT STEERING ASSIST IS Safety Belt Assurance System times REDUCED DRIVE WITH CARE This message displays if the vehicle out and allows the vehicle to be is equipped with the Safety Belt shifted out of P (Park) after...
Page 159: Tire Messages
Instruments and Controls SERVICE POWER STEERING cause this message to appear. See TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD Tire Pressure Monitor Operation (2500/3500 Series) AIR TO TIRE 0 408. If the warning comes on and This message displays when there If equipped with the Tire Pressure stays on, there may be a problem is a problem with the power steering Monitor System (TPMS), this...
Page 160: Transmission Messages
Instruments and Controls Transmission Messages FOR 4WD LOW SLOW TO XXX GRADE BRAKING ON This message displays when grade If a four-wheel drive shift into 4 is 4WD OFF braking has been enabled with the requested, but the vehicle speed is If equipped with four-wheel drive, Tow/Haul Mode button on the end of too high, this message will display...
Page 161 Instruments and Controls SHIFT DENIED TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE Vehicle Reminder ENGINE Messages This message displays when the shift lever is in M (Manual Mode) This message displays and a chime CHECK TRAILER WIRING and a transmission range has been may sound if the transmission fluid selected that is unavailable at the in the vehicle gets hot.
Page 162: Washer Fluid Messages
Instruments and Controls As soon as it is safe to do so, This message clears itself after Washer Fluid Messages carefully pull the vehicle over to the several seconds. This message also WASHER FLUID LOW ADD side of the road and turn the ignition clears if you acknowledge it.
Page 163: Vehicle Personalization
Instruments and Controls Vehicle Uplevel Radio Audio System Apple CarPlay Controls Android Auto Personalization 1. Press the desired feature to USB Auto Launch display a list of available Use the audio system controls to Voice options. access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features.
Page 164 Instruments and Controls Valet Mode (If Equipped) Audio Cue Volume Tone Settings Select to adjust the radio tone. See This will lock the infotainment Manage Favorites Tone Settings in AM-FM Radio system and steering wheel controls. This allows favorites to be edited. (Base Radio with Touchscreen) It may also limit access to vehicle See Manage Favorites in Radio...
Page 165 Instruments and Controls Select On, then press + or Auto Rear Defog Comfort and Convenience increase or decrease the volume. This feature will automatically turn Select and the following may on the rear defogger when it is cold display: Vehicle outside.
Page 166 Instruments and Controls Turn the MENU knob or press + or Vehicle Locator Lights Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door. to adjust the volume. This feature will flash the exterior Delayed Door Lock lamps and allows some of the Reverse Tilt Mirror When on, this feature will delay the exterior lamps and most of the...
Page 167 Instruments and Controls Select Off or Flash Lights. Remote Window Operation Select Off or On. This feature enables the window to Remote Lock Feedback Bluetooth open by using the RKE transmitter. This allows selection of what type of Select and the following may See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) feedback is given when locking the display:...
Page 168 Instruments and Controls Discoverable Apple CarPlay Select Off or On. This allows the system to find a Select and the following may Manage Android Auto Devices device. display: Select to manage Android devices. Select Off or On. Apple CarPlay Android Auto must be on for this feature to be accessed.
Page 169 Instruments and Controls Select Slow, Medium, or Fast. Turn Display Off Restore Vehicle Settings Select to turn the display off. Press This allows selection of restoring Voice anywhere on the display area or any vehicle settings. Select and the following may faceplate button to turn the Select Restore or Cancel.
Page 170 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote instructions refer to a garage door Make sure the hand-held transmitter opener, but can be used for other has a new battery for quick and System devices. accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal. Do not use the Universal Remote See Radio Frequency Statement system with any garage door opener 0 480.
Page 171 Instruments and Controls system buttons to be used to be required. For a second The name and color of the operate the garage door. Do time, press and hold the button may vary by not release either button until newly programmed button manufacturer.
Page 172 Instruments and Controls Radio Signals for Canada and light will flash slowly at first and then Reprogramming a Single rapidly. Proceed with Step 3 under Some Gate Operators Universal Remote System Programming the Universal Remote Button For questions or programming help, System to complete.
Page 173: Lighting
Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 178 Exterior Lamp Controls Cargo Lamp ....178 Exterior Lighting Dome Lamps .
Page 174 Lighting AUTO (Automatic) : Automatically When the headlamps are turned on turns on the headlamps, parking while the vehicle is on, the lamps, taillamps, instrument panel headlamps turn off automatically lights, roof marker lamps (if 10 minutes after the ignition is equipped), front/rear sidemarker turned off.
Page 175: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting The high-beam headlamps remain The high beams may not turn off The automatic high-beam on, under the automatic control, automatically if the system cannot headlamps may need to be disabled until one of the following situations detect another vehicle's lamps if any of the above conditions exist.
Page 176: Flash-To-Pass
Lighting Daytime Running To turn off the DRL, turn the exterior lamp control to the off position and Lamps (DRL) then release. For vehicles first sold in Canada, off will only work when DRL can make it easier for others to the vehicle is in P (Park).
Page 177: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting The system may also turn on the Lights On with Wipers (Hazard Warning Flashers) : headlamps when driving through a Press this button to make the front If the windshield wipers are parking garage or tunnel. and rear turn signal lamps flash on activated in daylight with the engine and off.
Page 178: Fog Lamps
Lighting Raise or lower the lever for less turn the chime and message off, When the headlamps are changed than one second until the arrow move the turn signal lever to the off to high beam, the fog lamps go off. starts to flash to signal a lane position.
Page 179: Interior Lighting
Lighting When the wiring is connected to an Interior Lighting Cargo Lamp auxiliary roof-mounted lamp, pressing the bottom of the button Instrument Panel will activate the lamp and illuminate Illumination Control an indicator light at the bottom of this button. Pressing the top of the button will turn off the roof-mounted lamp and indicator.
Page 180: Dome Lamps
Lighting mirrors turn on if the shift lever is in ON : Turns all dome lamps on. the R (Reverse), N (Neutral), Reading Lamps or P (Park) position. Dome Lamps Press next to each reading lamp to turn it on or off. There are reading lamps in the overhead console and the headliner, There are dome lamps in the...
Page 181: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting Features automatically turn off. The interior moving up or down. This is normal. lamps do not come on if the dome If there is a problem, an alert will be lamp control is in the Off position. displayed. Entry Lighting The exterior lamps turn off The battery can be discharged at...
Page 182: Battery Power Protection
Lighting Normally, these actions occur in steps or levels, without being noticeable. In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action, this action may be noticeable to the driver. If so, a DIC message might be displayed and it is recommended that the driver reduce the electrical loads as much as possible.
Page 183: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Infotainment Audio Players Pictures and Movies (Movie System with CD Player ....201 System Touchscreen) ....236 USB Port (Base Radio) .
Page 184: Infotainment
Infotainment System Introduction The infotainment system has built-in See Defensive Driving 0 256. features intended to help avoid To play the infotainment system with distraction by disabling some Infotainment the ignition off, see Retained functions when driving. These Accessory Power (RAP) 0 279. functions may gray out when they Base radio information is included in are unavailable.
Page 185: Overview (Base Radio)
Infotainment System Overview (Base Radio) Infotainment System Overview The infotainment system is controlled by using the buttons on the faceplate and steering wheel controls, if equipped. See Steering Wheel Controls 0 122. Radio with CD I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 186 Infotainment System Turn to scroll through a list. Turn to manually select a station. 5. CD Slot (If Equipped) BACK Press to return to the previous screen in a menu. Press to go to the Home Page from any point in the Radio with TONE system.
Page 187 Infotainment System CD (If Equipped): Press 11. MEDIA and hold to quickly Press to change the audio CD (If Equipped): Press reverse through a track. source between CD, USB, to seek the beginning of Release the button to return AUX, and Bluetooth Audio, the current or previous to playing speed.
Page 188: Touchscreen)
Infotainment System Overview (Base Radio with Touchscreen) Press to go to the Home Page. See Home Page (Base Radio) 0 188 or Home Page (Base Radio with Touchscreen) 0 190. Radio: Press and release to go to the previous station or channel.
Page 189: Home Page (Base Radio)
Infotainment System Various functions are disabled when NAV (Navigation, If Equipped) : the vehicle is moving. Select the NAV screen icon to Radio: Press and release to display the OnStar Turn-by-Turn AUDIO : Select the AUDIO screen go to the next station or Navigation.
Page 190 Infotainment System Valet Mode: Software Information (If Number of Favorites Shown : Equipped) : Press the MENU knob Select Auto and the system will Using the circular numeric keypad, to select Save Vehicle Info to USB. automatically adjust the number of enter a four-digit code: Press the MENU knob again to start favorite pages when favorites are...
Page 191: Home Page (Base Radio With Touchscreen)
Infotainment System Rear Camera (If Equipped) Restore Radio Settings : This Home Page Features option will restore factory radio From the Rear Camera screen settings. Select Restore Radio button, the following may display: Settings. A screen displays stating Park Assist Symbols (If all personalized radio settings will Equipped) : This feature will display be restored back to the factory...
Page 192: Software Updates
Website Information source. speakers. Press the MENU knob and the In the U.S., see www.gmc.com following radio settings may display: In Canada, see www.gmc.gm.ca In Mexico, www.gmc.com.mx I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 193 Infotainment System DSP: If equipped with a Auto Volume : If equipped, this Finding a Station ® Bose Surround sound system, feature adjusts the volume based on Seeking a Station it will have three DSP modes the vehicle speed. Select the level including: between Off, Low, Medium-Low, Press...
Page 194: Am-Fm Radio (Base Radio With Touchscreen)
Infotainment System To manage favorites, see Manage The level of volume compensation Custom Tone Settings Favorites under Home Page (Base can be selected, or the feature can Touch MENU. Radio) 0 188 or Home Page (Base be turned off. Touch Tone Settings. Radio with Touchscreen) 0 190.
Page 195: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System Selecting a Station 3. Touch and hold down any of Touch to scroll through the preset buttons to save the the list. Touch the station to Seek Tuning current radio station to that select it. button of the selected If the radio station is not known: Update Station List favorites page.
Page 196: Satellite Radio (Base Radio With Touchscreen)
Infotainment System 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.); or see SiriusXM Satellite Radio Selecting a Category www.xmradio.ca or call Service From Menu, touch Categories, then 1-877-209-0079 (Canada). touch the desired category or from SiriusXM is a satellite radio service When SiriusXM is active, the based in the 48 contiguous United Categories, touch to find the...
Page 197: Radio Reception
Infotainment System 2. Touch the preset button to Tone Settings 2. Touch to find the listen to the channel saved to desired category. Touch the From the tone settings menu, the that button. category to select it. sound features can be set up for SiriusXM audio and each audio Using the SiriusXM Menu Explicit Content Filter...
Page 198: Fixed Mast Antenna
Infotainment System interference, some static can occur, Cell Phone Usage if the vehicle has these features. especially around tall buildings or Keep the antenna clear of Cell phone usage, such as making hills, causing the sound to fade in obstructions for clear reception. or receiving phone calls, charging, and out.
Page 199 Infotainment System A phone or tablet with Internet Using the iPhone Pandora Menus connection and the Pandora 1. Plug the device into the USB Press MENU. application installed is required. port. The phone screen must Pandora has a menu with the Personal cell phone data plans are be unlocked.
Page 200 Infotainment System Advertisement on Pandora Unable to Start Pandora : When selected, Pandora stores this information, changes to the next Pandora may display If the device is unable to launch track, and does not play this track advertisements. The artist name Pandora: on this station again.
Page 201 Infotainment System Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down Volume and song selection may The device is not in the vehicle. Error be controlled using the The Bluetooth signal is lost. Infotainment controls or on the If there is an error trying to rate a No Skips Remaining For This phone/device.
Page 202: Audio Players
Infotainment System Audio Players There can be increased skipping, is damaged or improperly difficulty in finding tracks, and/or loaded, there is an error and difficulty in loading and ejecting. the disc ejects. CD Player If these problems occur, check the Playing an Audio CD disc for damage or try a known If the vehicle is equipped with a CD...
Page 203 Infotainment System Tone Settings : Select to adjust Error Messages : While on the CD main page: Bass, Midrange, Treble, Balance, If Disc Error displays and/or the disc Press to seek to the next track. Fade, and EQ (Equalizer). See comes out, it could be for one of the Tone Settings under AM-FM Radio Press and hold to fast forward...
Page 204: Usb Port (Base Radio)
Infotainment System If the CD is not playing correctly for Root Directory The vehicle may have USB ports in any other reason, try a known the front of the center console, The root directory is treated as a good CD. armrest, or one in the upper glove folder.
Page 205 Infotainment System ® ® Playing from an iPod /iPad To connect and control a device: ® iPhone 1. Connect one end of the For information on how to use the standard USB cable to the This feature supports the following screen icons, see Playing an device's dock connector.
Page 206 Infotainment System Menu 2. Turn MENU to highlight and 2. Turn MENU to highlight and press to select a playlist name press to select an album name Press MENU to display the device to view a list of all songs in the to view a list of all songs on the Menu and the following may display: playlist.
Page 207: Usb Port (Base Radio With Touchscreen)
To view supported devices in U.S., auxiliary device to the USB port. powers off and will not charge or see my.gmc.com. draw power from the vehicle's USB Support To view supported devices in battery.
Page 208: Auxiliary Jack
Infotainment System Playing Movies Possible auxiliary audio sources AUX Menu include: Movies are not available while Press the MENU knob to display the driving. Laptop computer AUX menu and the following may display: If the USB storage device is already Audio music player connected: Tone Settings : Select to adjust...
Page 209: Bluetooth Audio
Infotainment System Base Radio with Touchscreen For iPod/iPhone, connect the iPod/ Controls inBluetooth (Voice iPhone to the AUX input terminal by Recognition - Base Radio) 0 221 or Play will begin when the system has using the AUX cable for iPod/ Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls - finished reading the information on iPhone to play movie files.
Page 210: Voice Recognition
Infotainment System Bluetooth Audio Menu All devices launch audio differently. Voice Recognition When selecting Bluetooth Audio as Press the MENU screen button to If equipped, voice recognition allows a source, the radio may show as display the Bluetooth Audio menu. for hands-free operation within the paused on the screen.
Page 211 Infotainment System destination entry and voice keypad, instrument cluster displays There are two voice prompt modes can be completed in a single the selections and visual supported: command. If the task takes more dialog content. Long verbal prompts: The longer than one command to complete, the If voice recognition is prompts provide more...
Page 212 Infotainment System to complete the task, or the session Helpful Hints for Speaking Speak the command naturally, is terminated, the voice recognition not too fast, not too slow. Use Commands dialog stops. direct commands without a lot of Voice recognition can understand extra words.
Page 213 Infotainment System If the phone number has been If manual selection takes more than Pressing while the help prompt is saved with a name and a place, the 15 seconds, the session terminates playing will terminate the prompt direct command should include and prompts that it has timed out.
Page 214 Infotainment System Tune to <FM frequency> FM : Play Album : Begin a dialog to Play Chapter : Begin a dialog to Tune to the radio station whose enter a specific album name. enter a specific name. frequency is identified in the Play Album <album name>...
Page 215 Infotainment System Play Video : Begin a dialog to Album type folders including Once the number of songs has enter a specific name. types such as albums and exceeded approximately 8,000, audiobooks. there is no support for accessing the Play Video <video name> : songs directly through voice Begin playback of the media There are no restrictions if the...
Page 216 Infotainment System Call <contact name> At Home, Voice Mail : Initiate a call to voice The steering wheel controls are At Work, On Mobile, or On mail numbers. used to operate this function. Other : Initiate a call to an entered Voice Recognition for OnStar Press and hold to activate.
Page 217: Bluetooth (Overview)
Infotainment System Phone duplicate or rarely used entries. Vehicles with a Bluetooth system If possible, program speed dial can use a Bluetooth-capable cell or other shortcuts. phone with a Hands-Free Profile to Bluetooth (Overview) make and receive phone calls. The Review the controls and infotainment system and voice Instructions for using the cell phone...
Page 218: Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls - Base Radio)
Infotainment System Voice Recognition Bluetooth Audio Quality : Press to end a call, reject a call, or cancel an operation. Press If equipped, the voice recognition Turn off the Echo and Noise to mute or unmute the infotainment system uses commands to control cancellation feature on your phone, system.
Page 219 Infotainment System guide for Bluetooth functions before to a different paired phone, see 5. Locate the device named Your pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth Connecting to a Different Vehicle in the list on the cell phone is not connected, calls can Phone later in this section.
Page 220 Infotainment System 2. Turn the MENU knob and 2. Turn the MENU knob and Manage Phones : Turn the MENU press to select Manage press to select Manage knob to highlight Manage Phones Phones. Phones. and press to select. 3. Turn the MENU knob to Deleting a Paired Phone Making a Call Using Contacts highlight the phone to be...
Page 221 Infotainment System The Recent Calls menu allows you To make a call using the Recent 2. Turn the MENU knob and to access the phone numbers from Calls menu: press to select Keypad. the Incoming Calls, Outgoing Calls, 1. From the Home Page, turn the 3.
Page 222: Base Radio)
Infotainment System Ending a Call Bluetooth (Voice Press on the steering wheel controls. Recognition - Base To end a call, do one of the following: Radio) Do nothing. Press the button just below the Call Waiting Using Voice Recognition END screen button. Call waiting must be supported on To use voice recognition, press Press...
Page 223 Infotainment System 5. Locate the device named Your Listing All Paired and Connected Connecting to a Different Phone Vehicle in the list on the cell Phones To connect to a different cell phone, phone. Follow the instructions The system can list all cell phones the Bluetooth system looks for the on the cell phone to enter the paired to it.
Page 224 Infotainment System Storing and Deleting Phone directions given by the system 2. Say Delete. to save a name tag for this Numbers 3. Say the name tag you want to number. delete. The following commands are used Using the Digit Store Command to delete and store phone numbers.
Page 225 Infotainment System Making a Call Calling 911 Emergency (U.S. and To hear all of the numbers Canada) recognized by the system, say Calls can be made using the Verify at any time. following commands. 1. Press . The system responds 1.
Page 226 Infotainment System Receiving a Call Three-Way Calling To Transfer Audio from the Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone When an incoming call is received, Three-way calling must be During a call with the audio in the the audio system mutes and a ring supported on the cell phone and vehicle: tone is heard in the vehicle.
Page 227: Touchscreen)
Infotainment System To access contacts stored in the cell 3. Say the number or name tag phone is not connected, calls will be phone: to send. made using OnStar Hands-Free Calling, if available. See OnStar Clearing the System 1. Press .
Page 228 Infotainment System When the Bluetooth device and 6. When the Bluetooth device and 7. Touch Yes on the pop-up infotainment system are infotainment system are screen of the Bluetooth device successfully paired, the phone book successfully paired, the phone and infotainment system. is downloaded automatically.
Page 229 Infotainment System 4. Touch the desired device to 2. Touch Settings. indicates the hands-free pair on the searched list and phone music functions are 3. Touch Bluetooth, then Device screen. enabled. Management. 5. Input the Personal 4. Touch the desired device to indicates only the hands-free Identification Number (PIN) pair.
Page 230 Infotainment System Disconnecting a Bluetooth Device versions over 1.2 must be music function. For example, registered and connected to the if you convert to Bluetooth 1. Press product. hands-free while playing Phone music, the music is 2. Touch Settings. From the cell phone or Bluetooth discontinued.
Page 231: Apple Carplay And Android Auto
Infotainment System Returning to the Beginning of the The infotainment system PROJECTION icon will appear on Current Song transmits the order to play from the Home Page of the infotainment the bluetooth device in the display. Touch after two seconds of Bluetooth music play mode.
Page 232: Bluetooth Phone/Devices
To display album title, track title, up Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and artist information, the file Devices in the vehicle, see my. gmc.com or should be compatible with the see Customer Assistance in the ID3 Tag V1 and V2 formats.
Page 233 Infotainment System The time it takes to process files USB storage devices can only Only connect the iPod/iPhone will depend on the USB storage be connected for playing music/ with connection cables device type and capacity, and movies, viewing photo files, supported by iPod/iPhone the type of files stored.
Page 234 Infotainment System Changing to Next/Previous Files Touch to change to the next file. Touch within five seconds of the playback time to play the previous file. Returning to the Beginning of the Refer to the table for the Current File If the USB device is already classification items related to the connected:...
Page 235 Infotainment System Using the USB Music Menu Auto Volume Playing Music Files Touch Menu during playback. Touch Auto Volume. The Auto Connect the iPod/iPhone to the Volume menu is displayed. See USB port. Auto Volume under System Play will start from the previously Settings in AM-FM Radio (Base played point after the system Radio with Touchscreen) 0 193...
Page 236: Pictures And Movies
Infotainment System Pause Using the iPod Menu Pictures and Movies (Picture System with Touch Menu during playback. Touch to pause. Touchscreen) Touch the appropriate Touch to resume. play mode. The infotainment system can view Changing to Next/Previous Song Browse Music picture files stored on a USB storage device and devices that Touch...
Page 237: Pictures And Movies
Infotainment System If the USB device is already Using the USB Picture Menu Movie System Information connected: 1. Touch MENU from the picture Available resolution: Lower than screen. 1280 x 720 (W x H) pixels. 1. Press 2. Touch the appropriate menu: Frame rate: Less than 30 fps.
Page 238 Infotainment System Playing a Movie File Returning to the Beginning of the 2. Touch the appropriate menu: Current Movie 1. Connect the USB device to the Tone Settings: Shows the USB port. sound setup. See Tone Touch after five seconds of the Settings under Base playback time.
Page 239: Agreements
Infotainment System ® ® Trademarks and iPod shuffle , and iPod touch channel name. Channel blocking is trademarks of Apple Inc., registered available for SiriusXM Satellite License Agreements in the U.S. and other countries. Radio receivers by notifying SiriusXM: FCC Information USA Customers See Radio Frequency Statement www.siriusxm.com or call...
Page 240 Infotainment System General Requirements: Schedule I: Gracenote EULA are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Gracenote in the 1. A License Agreement from United States and/or other ® SiriusXM is required for any countries. product that incorporates SiriusXM Technology and/or for Gracenote Terms of Use use of any of the SiriusXM This application or device contains...
Page 241 Infotainment System all of the benefits and protections rights. Under no circumstances will error-free or that functioning of set forth herein that are available to Gracenote become liable for any Gracenote Software or Gracenote Gracenote. payment to you for any information Servers will be uninterrupted.
Page 242 Infotainment System © 2013. Gracenote, Inc. All Rights Open Source SW Subject to the terms and conditions Reserved. of this License, QSSC hereby The open source code used in this grants you a limited, non-exclusive, device can be downloaded at the PANDORA non-transferable license to use the webpage shown in the information...
Page 243 Infotainment System Product or the Software in ASSOCIATED WITH YOUR USE MALFUNCTION, OR ANY AND ALL contravention of applicable export OF THE SOFTWARE UNDER THIS OTHER COMMERCIAL DAMAGES control laws. LICENSE. OR LOSSES), EVEN IF QSSC, ITS AFFILIATES OR THEIR EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT LICENSORS HAVE BEEN...
Page 244 Infotainment System END USER NOTICE The marks of companies displayed by this product to indicate business locations are the marks of their respective owners. The use of such marks in this product does not imply any sponsorship, approval, or endorsement by such companies of this product.
Page 245: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only) Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems (with With this system, the heating and ventilation can be controlled. Heater Only) ....244 Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) .
Page 246 Climate Controls Do not drive the vehicle until all the (Fan Control) : Turn clockwise (Floor) : Air is directed to the windows are clear. or counterclockwise to increase or floor outlets, with some air directed decrease the fan speed. Turn the to the windshield, side window, and See Air Vents 0 251.
Page 247 Climate Controls Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) Air Delivery Mode Control : Press , or to change With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled. the direction of the airflow. An indicator light comes on in the selected mode button.
Page 248 Climate Controls Do not drive the vehicle until all the A/C (Air Conditioning) : Press to If equipped with heated outside windows are clear. turn the air conditioning system on mirrors, they turn on when the rear window defogger button is on. They or off.
Page 249: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
For an eAssist vehicle, see the Silverado/Sierra eAssist supplement. the desired temperature. When the indicator light is on, the system is in full automatic operation.
Page 250 Climate Controls The recirculation light will not come Driver and Passenger Changing the mode cancels the on when automatically controlled. Temperature Control : The automatic operation and the system goes into manual mode. Press temperature can be adjusted Press to manually select separately for the driver and AUTO to return to automatic recirculation;...
Page 251 Climate Controls windshield and the side window Rear Window Defogger from the surface of the mirror when vents. The air conditioning the rear window defog button is The rear window defogger uses a compressor also comes on, unless pressed. See Heated Mirrors 0 47. warming grid to remove fog from the the outside temperature is below rear window.
Page 252: Air Vents
Climate Controls Some vehicles may have the Air Vents Operation Tips exterior temperature sensor in the Clear away any ice, snow, Use the air vents in the center and passenger side mirror instead of the or leaves from air inlets at the on the side of the instrument panel front grille area.
Page 253: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Climate Controls Maintenance 1. Open the lower glove box door completely. Passenger Compartment 2. Remove the four screws from around the lower glove box. Air Filter The door does not need to be removed to access the screws. The filter reduces the dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle.
Page 254 Climate Controls Service All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle. The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians. The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle.
Page 255: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Hill Descent Control (HDC) . . . 303 Power (RAP) ....279 Locking Rear Axle ... . 304 Operating Engine Coolant Heater .
Page 256: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Trailer Towing Driving Information Become familiar with vehicle features before driving, such as General Towing programming favorite radio Information ....321 Distracted Driving stations and adjusting climate Driving Characteristics and...
Page 257: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Refer to the infotainment section for Average driver reaction time is Warning more information on using that about three-quarters of a second. In system and the navigation system, that time, a vehicle moving at Drinking and then driving is very if equipped, including pairing and 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m dangerous.
Page 258: Steering
Driving and Operating Steering Hydraulic Power Steering adjusts steering effort for driving conditions described in Tow/Haul (2500/3500 Series) Electric Power Steering (1500 Mode 0 290. (2500/3500 Series All Regular Series) The power steering system may Cab, Double Cab/Crew Cab with require maintenance, Power Power If the vehicle has electric power Base Interior)
Page 259: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Curve Tips Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. Take curves at a reasonable speed. Loss of Control Reduce speed before entering a Skidding curve. There are three types of skids that Maintain a reasonable steady correspond to the vehicle's three speed through the curve.
Page 260: Off-Road Driving
Driving and Operating The vehicle may straighten out. vehicles not equipped with All Read all the information about Be ready for a second skid if it Terrain (AT) or On-Off Road (OOR) four-wheel-drive vehicles in this occurs. tires must not be driven off-road manual.
Page 261 Driving and Operating Loading the Vehicle for For more information about loading Warning (Continued) the vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits Off-Road Driving 0 267 and Tires 0 397. of control. Driving across hills can Warning Environmental Concerns cause a rollover. You could be injured or killed.
Page 262 Driving and Operating Warning Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Driving to the top of a hill at high transfer case overrides the descending a hill and use a low speed can cause an accident. transmission. You or someone gear to keep vehicle speed under There could be a drop-off, else could be injured.
Page 263 Driving and Operating Never back down a hill in downhill wheels, which could Warning N (Neutral) using only the cause a downhill slide or a brake. The vehicle can roll rollover. Getting out of the vehicle on the backward quickly and you Surface conditions can be a downhill side when stopped could lose control.
Page 264: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating Traction is reduced on hard packed After operation in mud or sand, Warning (Continued) snow and ice and it is easy to lose have the brake linings cleaned and control. Reduce vehicle speed when checked. These substances can Traction could be lost, and the driving on hard packed snow cause glazing and uneven braking.
Page 265: Hill And Mountain Roads
Driving and Operating Hydroplaning Hill and Mountain Roads Warning Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water Driving on steep hills or through can build up under the vehicle's Wet brakes can cause crashes. mountains is different than driving tires so they actually ride on the They might not work as well in a on flat or rolling terrain.
Page 266: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating Winter Driving clear roads in shaded areas. Warning The surface of a curve or an Driving on Snow or Ice overpass can remain icy when Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) the surrounding roads are clear. Snow or ice between the tires and or with the ignition off is Avoid sudden steering the road creates less traction or...
Page 267: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating To save fuel, run the engine for Warning (Continued) Warning short periods to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off and carbon monoxide (CO), which If the vehicle's tires spin at high partially close the window. Moving cannot be seen or smelled.
Page 268: Vehicle Load Limits
Driving and Operating causes a rocking motion that could Vehicle Load Limits free the vehicle. If that does not get It is very important to know how the vehicle out after a few tries, it much weight the vehicle can might need to be towed out.
Page 269 Driving and Operating number of occupant seating never exceed XXX kg or Warning (Continued) positions (1), and the maximum XXX lbs." on your vehicle s vehicle capacity weight (2) in placard. crash. Overloading can also kilograms and pounds. reduce stopping distance, Determine the combined damage the tires, and shorten The Tire and Loading...
Page 270 Driving and Operating That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load...
Page 271 Driving and Operating of the driver, passengers, and includes the weight of the cargo should never exceed the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and vehicle's capacity weight. cargo. The Certification/Tire label also Certification/Tire Label may show the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 272 Driving and Operating There is also important loading Warning (Continued) Warning information for off-road driving in this manual. See Loading the shift forward and come into Things you put inside the Vehicle for Off-Road Driving the passenger area, injuring vehicle can strike and injure under Off-Road Driving 0 259.
Page 273 Driving and Operating well. The center of gravity height Remember not to exceed the Loading Points must not extend above the top Gross Axle Weight of the pickup box flareboard. Rating (GAWR) of the front or rear axle. Any load that extends beyond Maximum the vehicle's taillamp area must * Equipment...
Page 274: Truck-Camper Loading
Driving and Operating equipment. See www.gmupfitter.com When carrying a slide-in for additional pickup box load camper, the total cargo load of bearing structural information. the vehicle is the weight of the camper plus: Truck-Camper Loading Everything added to the Information camper after it left the A vehicle-specific Truck-Camper factory.
Page 275 Driving and Operating rating, and the camper's center loads should not exceed the vehicle's gross vehicle weight of gravity (1) should fall within the truck's recommended center rating (GVWR). These ratings of gravity zone (2) when are given on the Certification/ installed.
Page 276: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating Starting and Caution (Continued) Operating premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this New Vehicle Break-In breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake Caution linings. Do not tow a trailer during The vehicle does not need an break-in.
Page 277: Ignition Positions
Driving and Operating Ignition Positions This position locks the ignition and to N (Neutral), firmly apply the steering wheel. It also locks the brakes and steer the vehicle to transmission on automatic a safe location. transmission vehicles. The key can 3.
Page 278: Starting The Engine
For an eAssist vehicle, see the indicator lamp as may be required Silverado/Sierra eAssist for emission inspection purposes. supplement. The switch stays in this position I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 279: Fast Idle System
Driving and Operating extra gasoline from the engine. Caution Caution Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the Cranking the engine for long Operate the engine and vehicle is moving. If you do, you periods of time, by returning the transmission gently until the oil could damage the transmission.
Page 280: Retained Accessory
Driving and Operating To control the fast idle: Pressing the accelerator more Accessory Power Outlets (APOs) than one-quarter of the To enable the Fast Idle System, The vehicle may have APOs in way down. press and release the cruise several locations. See Power control on/off button and ensure Turning the ignition switch to the Outlets 0 125.
Page 281 Driving and Operating 18 °C (0 °F). Vehicles with an 3. Plug the cord into a normal, Warning (Continued) engine heater should be plugged in grounded 110-volt AC outlet. at least four hours before starting. it overheat and cause a fire, An internal thermostat in the Warning property damage, electric...
Page 282: Shifting Into Park
Driving and Operating away from moving engine Leaving the Vehicle with the Warning (Continued) parts. If you do not, it could be Engine Running damaged. is in P (Park). Be sure the transfer Warning The length of time the heater should case is in a drive gear.
Page 283: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating parking brake is firmly set before the pressure from the parking pawl To shift out of P (Park): you leave it. After you move the shift in the transmission. You will then be 1. Apply the brake pedal. lever into P (Park), hold the regular able to pull the shift lever out of 2.
Page 284: Parking Over Things
Driving and Operating Parking over Things When less power is required, such Engine Exhaust as cruising at a constant vehicle That Burn speed, the system will operate in Warning the V4 mode, allowing the vehicle to Warning achieve better fuel economy. When Engine exhaust contains carbon greater power demands are monoxide (CO) which cannot be...
Page 285: Running The Vehicle While
Driving and Operating Running the Vehicle Automatic Warning (Continued) While Parked Transmission There are holes or openings It is better not to park with the If equipped, there is an electronic in the vehicle body from engine running. shift lever position indicator within damage or aftermarket If the vehicle is left with the engine the instrument cluster.
Page 286 Driving and Operating effort to shift out of P (Park). See To rock the vehicle back and forth to Warning Torque Lock under Shifting Into get out of snow, ice, or sand without Park 0 281. damaging the transmission, see If If you have four-wheel drive, the the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 266.
Page 287 Driving and Operating Use D (Drive) and Tow/Haul Mode In some cases, this could appear to Caution when towing a trailer, carrying a be a delayed shift, however the transmission is operating normally. heavy load, driving on steep hills, Shifting out of P (Park) or or driving off-road.
Page 288 Driving and Operating M : This position allows selection of Normal Mode Grade Braking To disable or enable Normal Mode a range of gears appropriate for Grade Braking within the current If equipped with a gasoline engine current driving conditions. ignition key cycle, press and hold and an automatic transmission, If equipped, see Range Selection...
Page 289: Manual Mode
Driving and Operating Manual Mode With an 8 speed automatic 1 (First) through 5 (Fifth) gears are transmission, hold the plus/minus automatically shifted by the Range Selection Mode buttons on the shift lever to select transmission, but 6 (Sixth) cannot the highest or lowest range be used until the plus/minus button available for the current vehicle...
Page 290 Driving and Operating 6-Speed Automatic Transmission Caution Gear before shifting from D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode) Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill Range after shifting from D using only the accelerator pedal (Drive) to M (Manual Mode) may damage the transmission.
Page 291: Tow/Haul Mode
Driving and Operating Tow/Haul Mode The selector button is on the end of On vehicles with a gasoline engine, the shift lever. Turn the Tow/Haul to disable or enable Tow/Haul Mode on and off by pressing the Grade Braking within the current button.
Page 292: Drive Systems
Driving and Operating Drive Systems Manual Transfer Case Warning Four-Wheel Drive Shifting the transfer case to N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle If equipped, four-wheel drive to roll even if the transmission is engages the front axle for extra in P (Park). You or someone else traction.
Page 293 Driving and Operating N (Neutral) : Use only when the The vehicle can be shifted between In extremely cold weather, it may vehicle needs to be towed. See be necessary to slow or stop the 2 and 4 while the vehicle is Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 436 vehicle to shift.
Page 294 Driving and Operating complete and the transfer case Electronic Transfer Case knob to another position so that it will remain in N (Neutral). This matches the actual transfer case is normal. To complete the setting. If no lights display, take the shift, with the engine running, vehicle to your dealer for service.
Page 295 Driving and Operating 2 (Two-Wheel Drive High) : Use Shifting Into 4 2. Turn the knob to 4 . Wait for for driving on most streets and the 4 indicator light to stop Turn the knob to 4 at any speed highways.
Page 296 Driving and Operating 6. Turn the transfer case knob Shifting Out of N (Neutral) 2. Turn the knob to 4 or 2 . clockwise to N (Neutral) until it To shift: Wait for the 4 or 2 indicator stops and hold it there until the light to stop flashing before 1.
Page 297 Driving and Operating Automatic Transfer Case actual transfer case setting. If no wheels automatically based on lights display, take the vehicle to driving conditions. This setting your dealer for service. An indicator provides slightly lower fuel economy light flashes while shifting the than 2 .
Page 298 Driving and Operating Shifting Into 4 or AUTO 2. Turn the knob to 4 . Wait for Shifting Out of 4 the 4 indicator light to stop To shift: Turn the knob to the 4 or AUTO flashing before shifting the position at any speed, except from 1.
Page 299 Driving and Operating complete the shift. With the vehicle This will take at least Shifting Out of N (Neutral) moving less than 5 km/h (3 mph), 10 seconds. Then slowly To shift out of N (Neutral): and the transmission in N (Neutral), release the dial to the 4 1.
Page 300: Antilock Brake
Driving and Operating Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it Remember: ABS does not change becomes necessary to slam on the the time needed to get a foot up to brakes and continue braking to the brake pedal or always decrease Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a stopping distance.
Page 301: Parking Brake
Driving and Operating Parking Brake Brake Assist Caution The Brake Assist feature is Driving with the parking brake on designed to assist the driver in can overheat the brake system stopping or decreasing vehicle and cause premature wear or speed in emergency driving conditions.
Page 302: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
Driving and Operating Hill Start Assist (HSA) the two-second window. If the Ride Control Systems vehicle is equipped with the This vehicle has an HSA feature, Integrated Trailer Brake Control Traction Control/ which may be useful when the (ITBC) system, HSA may also apply vehicle is stopped on a grade.
Page 303 Driving and Operating intended path. Trailer Sway Control maintaining control. The vehicle is disabled, comes on, and the (TSC) is also on automatically when safe to drive, but driving should be appropriate message will appear on the vehicle is started. See Trailer adjusted accordingly.
Page 304: Hill Descent Control (Hdc)
Driving and Operating cluster, then release. The Hill Descent Caution appropriate message will display in Control (HDC) the DIC. See Ride Control System Do not repeatedly brake or Messages 0 155. If equipped, HDC can be used when accelerate heavily when TCS is driving downhill.
Page 305: Locking Rear Axle
Driving and Operating When HDC is activated, the initial When enabled, if the vehicle is at a Cruise Control HDC speed is set to the current speed above 22 km/h (14 mph) and With cruise control a speed of about driving speed.
Page 306 Driving and Operating how cruise control interacts with the SET (Set/Coast) : Press briefly to Range Selection Mode, Tow/Haul set the speed and activate cruise Mode, and Grade Braking systems. control. If cruise control is already active, use to decrease vehicle If the cruise control is being used speed.
Page 307 Driving and Operating Resuming a Set Speed The speedometer reading can be vehicle will slow down to the displayed in either English or metric previous set cruise speed. While If the cruise control is set at a pressing the accelerator pedal or units.
Page 308: Driver Assistance Systems
Driving and Operating driving on downhill grades by Ending Cruise Control Driver Assistance using the engine and There are four ways to end cruise Systems transmission to slow the vehicle. control: To disable and enable Cruise This vehicle may have features that Step lightly on the brake pedal.
Page 309: Assistance Systems For Parking Or Backing
Driving and Operating Audible or Safety Alert Seat Rear Vision Camera (RVC) Warning (Continued) Some driver assistance features When the vehicle is shifted into alert the driver of obstacles by R (Reverse), the RVC displays an Under many conditions, these beeping.
Page 310 Driving and Operating weather. Blocked sensors will not Warning detect objects and can also cause false detections. Keep the sensors The camera(s) do not display clean of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and children, pedestrians, bicyclists, slush; and clean sensors after a car crossing traffic, animals, or any wash in freezing temperatures.
Page 311 Driving and Operating Safety Alert Seat will pulse five Towbar setting allows for the times. Beeps for FPA are higher parking assist to work properly with pitched than for RPA. a small item attached to the trailer hitch. Turn off parking assist when Turning the Features On or Off towing a trailer.
Page 312: Forward Collision Alert (Fca)
Driving and Operating Assistance Systems for FCA warnings will not occur unless Warning the FCA system detects a vehicle Driving ahead. When a vehicle is detected, FCA is a warning system and the vehicle ahead indicator will If equipped, when driving the does not apply the brakes.
Page 313 Driving and Operating braking to occur more rapidly which Selecting the Alert Timing Warning (Continued) can cause a brief, mild deceleration. Continue to apply the brake pedal proper condition. Keep the as needed. Cruise control may be windshield, headlamps, and FCA disengaged when the Collision Alert sensors clean and in good repair.
Page 314: Series)
Driving and Operating timing. The range of selectable alert camera sensor to detect the lane Warning (Continued) timing may not be appropriate for all markings at speeds of 56 km/h drivers and driving conditions. (35 mph) or greater. departing the lane on the side Unnecessary Alerts where it has detected a lane Warning...
Page 315: Lane Departure Warning (Ldw)
Driving and Operating If the LDW system is not functioning camera to detect lane markings properly when lane markings are between 60 km/h (37 mph) and 180 km/h (112 mph). clearly visible, cleaning the windshield may help. Warning LDW alerts may occur due to tar marks, shadows, cracks in the road, The LKA system does not temporary or construction lane...
Page 316 Driving and Operating direction. It may also provide an Warning (Continued) Warning LDW alert by flashing amber as the lane marking is crossed. Detect lanes on winding or Using LKA while towing a trailer Additionally, there will be three hilly roads. or on slippery roads could cause beeps, or the driver seat will pulse loss of control of the vehicle and...
Page 317: Fuel
Driving and Operating If the LKA system is not functioning Fuel If the vehicle has a yellow fuel cap, properly when lane markings are E85 or FlexFuel can be used in the For diesel engine vehicles, see clearly visible, cleaning the vehicle.
Page 318: Requirements
Driving and Operating Use of Seasonal Fuels meet California specifications. See Caution the underhood emission control Use summer and winter fuels in the label. If this fuel is not available in appropriate season. The fuels Do not use fuel containing states adopting California Emissions industry automatically modifies the methanol.
Page 319: Fuel Additives
Driving and Operating fuel not recommended. Costly The use of E85 or FlexFuel is refueling to allow the vehicle to repairs caused by use of improper encouraged when the vehicle is adapt to the change in ethanol fuel would not be covered by the designed to use it.
Page 320: Filling The Tank
Driving and Operating Filling the Tank The fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel Warning (Continued) door on the driver side of the If the vehicle has a diesel engine, vehicle. Vehicles that have a Keep children away from see the Duramax diesel supplement FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel the fuel pump and never let for more information.
Page 321: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait a Filling a Portable Fuel Warning few seconds after you have finished Container pumping before removing the If a fire starts while you are nozzle. Clean fuel from painted refueling, do not remove the Warning surfaces as soon as possible.
Page 322: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating Trailer Towing Do not tow a trailer during the Warning (Continued) first 800 km (500 mi) to prevent damage to the engine, axle, General Towing Fill the container no more or other parts. than 95% full to allow for Information Then during the first 800 km expansion.
Page 323 Driving and Operating Before starting, check all trailer hitch Backing Up Warning (Continued) parts and attachments, safety Hold the bottom of the steering chains, electrical connectors, lamps, wheel with one hand. To move the tires, and mirrors. If the trailer has When towing a trailer: trailer to the left, move that hand to electric brakes, start the...
Page 324 Driving and Operating If the trailer turn signal bulbs burn vehicle may show signs similar to 2. Have someone place chocks out, the arrows on the instrument engine overheating. To avoid this, under the trailer wheels. cluster will still flash for turns. It is let the engine run while parked, 3.
Page 325: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating Maintenance when Trailer Warning Caution Towing The driver can lose control when Pulling a trailer improperly can The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer. See pulling a trailer if the correct damage the vehicle and result in Maintenance Schedule 0 452.
Page 326 Driving and Operating Trailering is different than just Weight of the Trailer Ask your dealer for trailering driving the vehicle by itself. information or advice. How heavy can a trailer safely be? Trailering means changes in For kingpin weight and trailer It depends on how the rig is used.
Page 327 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 1500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Standard Box 4.3L V6 (b) 3.23 2 722 kg (6,000 lb) 4 990 kg (11,000 lb) 4.3L V6 (b) 4.10 2 087 kg (4,600 lb) 4 309 kg (9,500 lb)
Page 328 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 5.3L V8 3.08 2 858 kg (6,300 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.42 4 218 kg (9,300 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb) 5.3L V8;...
Page 329 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 1500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Long Box 4.3L V6 (b) 3.23 2 676 kg (5,900 lb) 4 990 kg (11,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.08 3 084 kg (6,800 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb)
Page 330 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 6.2L V8 3.42 5 352 kg (11,800 lb) 8 029 kg (17,700 lb) 1500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Standard Box 4.3L V6 (b) 3.42 3 175 kg (7,000 lb) 5 806 kg (12,800 lb)
Page 331 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 5.3L V8 3.73 4 899 kg (10,800 lb) 7 575 kg (16,700 lb) 6.2L V8 3.23 4 128 kg (9,100 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb) 6.2L V8 3.42 5 307 kg (11,700 lb)
Page 332 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer 4.10 6 577 kg (14,500 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb) 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer 4.10 6 713 kg (14,800 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb) 2500 Series 2WD Double Cab Long Box 6.0L V8...
Page 333 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer 4.10 6 350 kg (14,000 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb) 2500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Long Box 6.0L V8 3.73 4 536 kg (10,000 lb)
Page 334 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 486 kg (14,300 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb) 3500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Standard Box 6.0L V8 3.73 4 400 kg (9,700 lb)
Page 335 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 3500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Long Box 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 3.73 4 445 kg (9,800 lb) 7 530 kg (16,600 lb) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 486 kg (14,300 lb)
Page 336 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 214 kg (13,900 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb) Conventional Trailer 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3.73 3 992 kg (8,800 lb) 7 530 kg (16,600 lb)
Page 337 Driving and Operating Ask your dealer for trailering the people who will be riding in the information or advice. vehicle as well as trailer tongue weight. Vehicle options, equipment, Weight of the Trailer Tongue passengers and cargo in the vehicle reduce the amount of tongue weight The tongue load (1) of any trailer is the vehicle can carry, which will also...
Page 338 Driving and Operating After loading the trailer, weigh the Maximum Tongue trailer and then the tongue, Vehicle Series Hitch Type Weight separately, to see if the weights are 1500 Weight-Carrying 363 kg (800 lb) proper. If they are not, adjustments might be made by moving some 1500 Weight-Distributing...
Page 339: Towing Equipment
Driving and Operating not to exceed the RGAWR before Towing Equipment If a step-bumper hitch will be used, applying the weight distribution the bumper could be damaged in Hitches spring bars. sharp turns. Make sure there is ample room when turning to avoid The correct hitch equipment helps Weight of the Trailering contact between the trailer and the...
Page 340 Driving and Operating Weight-Distributing Hitch Vehicle Series Trailer Weight Usage Hitch Distribution 1500 Up to 3175 kg (7,000 lb) Optional Refer to trailer manufacturer s recommendation 1500 Over 3175 kg (7,000 lb) Required 2500/3500 Up to 8165 kg (18,000 lb) Optional Refer to trailer manufacturer s...
Page 341 Driving and Operating pickups. Trailer pin box extensions Trailer Brakes Caution and sliding fifth-wheel hitch A loaded trailer that weighs more assemblies can help this condition. than 900 kg (2,000 lb) needs to have Leaving electrical equipment on There should be at least 15 cm (6 in) its own brake system that is for extended periods will drain the of clearance between the top of the...
Page 342 Driving and Operating Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness Red/Green: Battery Feed Package Dark Blue: Trailer Brake If charging a remote (non-vehicle) battery, press the Tow/Haul Mode button, if equipped, at the end of the shift lever. This will boost the vehicle system voltage and properly charge the battery.
Page 343 Driving and Operating Yellow/Gray: Right Stop/Turn The harness should be installed by This indicator light on the instrument Signal your dealer or a qualified service cluster comes on when the Tow/ center. Haul Mode is on. Gray/Brown: Taillamps/Parking Lamps Tow/Haul is a feature that assists Tow/Haul Mode when pulling a heavy trailer or a White: Ground...
Page 344 Driving and Operating Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul This symbol is on the Trailer Brake The ITBC system is powered when lightly loaded or with no trailer Control Panel on vehicles with an through the vehicle's electrical at all will not cause damage. ITBC system.
Page 345 Driving and Operating Trailer Brake Control Panel Page on the Driver Information To adjust the Trailer Gain, press one Center (DIC) to adjust and display of the Trailer Gain Adjustment power output to the trailer brakes. buttons. Press and hold a gain button to continuously adjust the Trailer Brake DIC Display Page Trailer Gain.
Page 346 Driving and Operating There is a fault present in the Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure Adjusting Trailer Gain at wiring to the trailer brakes (a speeds lower than 32 to Trailer Gain should be set for a CHECK TRAILER WIRING 40 km/h (20 to 25 mph) may specific trailering condition and must message will also display on result in an incorrect gain...
Page 347 Driving and Operating Other ITBC-Related DIC Messages If the disconnect occurs while If the CHECK TRAILER the vehicle is moving, this WIRING message only In addition to displaying TRAILER message will continue until the reappears when connecting the GAIN and OUTPUT through the ignition is turned off.
Page 348: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
Driving and Operating A GM dealer may be able to If TSC is enabled, the Traction Warning (Continued) diagnose and repair problems with Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak the trailer. However, any diagnosis warning light will flash on the or improperly inflated or incorrect and repair of the trailer is not instrument cluster.
Page 349: Conversions And Add-Ons
Driving and Operating Conversions and Adding a Snow Plow or Caution Similar Equipment Add-Ons Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause Caution Add-On Electrical components to not work and Equipment Do not exceed 64 km/h (40 mph) would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 350 Driving and Operating The total weight of any required to ensure a proper front Caution (Continued) additional cargo intended to be and rear weight distribution ratio, carried. even though the actual weight at when a snow plow is installed. the front axle may be less than Say, for example, you have a 318 kg The vehicle can be damaged if the front axle rating.
Page 351 Driving and Operating The front axle reserve capacity for For example, adding a 318 kg the vehicle can be found in the (700 lb) snow plow actually adds lower right corner of the more than 318 kg (700 lb) to the Certification/Tire label, as shown.
Page 352: Pickup Conversion To
Driving and Operating Total vehicle reserve capacity is the Emergency Roof Lamp Warning difference between the GVWR and Provisions the weight of the truck with full fuel On some vehicles that have Vehicles with the RPO VYU snow and passengers. It is the amount of plow prep package also have an certain front mounted equipment, weight that can be added to the...
Page 353: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care Vehicle Care Power Steering Fluid (1500 LED Lighting ....387 Series) ..... . 376 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Power Steering Fluid (2500/ Stoplamps, and Back-Up...
Page 354: General Information
Vehicle Care Tire Pressure ....405 Towing the Vehicle General Information Tire Pressure for High-Speed Towing the Vehicle ... 436 For service and parts needs, visit Operation .
Page 355: California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
Vehicle Care harm. Engine exhaust, many parts airbags, braking, stability, ride and Vehicle Checks and systems, many fluids, and handling, emissions systems, some component wear by-products aerodynamics, durability, and Doing Your Own contain and/or emit these electronic systems like antilock Service Work chemicals.
Page 356: Hood
Vehicle Care This vehicle has an airbag system. Hood 2. Go to the front of the vehicle to Before attempting to do your own find the secondary hood To open the hood: service work, see Servicing the release. The handle is under Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 83.
Page 357: Engine Compartment
Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 4.3L V6 Engine I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 358 Vehicle Care 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See 6. Remote Negative ( ) Location. 10. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Jump Starting - North America See Jump Starting - North Brake Fluid 0 378. 0 432. America 0 432. 11. Windshield Washer Fluid 2.
Page 359 Vehicle Care 5.3L V8 Engine Shown, 6.2L V8 Engine Similar I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 360 Vehicle Care 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See 6. Remote Negative ( ) Location 10. Windshield Washer Fluid Jump Starting - North America (Out of View). See Jump Reservoir. See Adding Washer 0 432. Starting - North America 0 432. Fluid under Washer Fluid 0 377.
Page 361 Vehicle Care 6.0L V8 Engine I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 362: Engine Oil
Engine Oil 0 361. For an eAssist vehicle, see the Always dispose of engine oil 8. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of Silverado/Sierra supplement. properly. See What to Do with View). See Cooling System Used Oil in this section. 0 369.
Page 363 Vehicle Care Checking Engine Oil what kind of oil to use. For engine Warning oil crankcase capacity, see It is a good idea to check the engine Capacities and Specifications 0 466. oil level at each fuel fill. In order to The engine oil dipstick handle get an accurate reading, the vehicle may be hot;...
Page 364 Vehicle Care Add enough oil to put the level Engine Oil Additives/Engine Caution somewhere in the proper operating Oil Flushes range. Push the dipstick all the way Failure to use the recommended Do not add anything to the oil. The back in when through.
Page 365: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care trash or pouring it on the ground, the oil life system might indicate that engine oil life to 100% after every oil into sewers, or into streams or an oil change is not necessary for change. It will not reset itself. To bodies of water.
Page 366: Automatic Transmission Fluid (6 Speed Transmission)
Vehicle Care 3. Display the OIL LIFE dealer service department and have How to Check Automatic REMAINING on the DIC. If the it repaired before driving the vehicle Transmission Fluid display shows 100%, the further. system is reset. Caution Caution If the vehicle has a CHANGE Too much or too little fluid can ENGINE OIL SOON message and it...
Page 367 Vehicle Care three seconds in each range. Cold Check Procedure 2. Flip the handle up, then pull out Then, move the shift lever back the dipstick and wipe it with a Use this procedure only as a to P (Park). clean rag or paper towel.
Page 368 Vehicle Care operating temperature between 71 °C to 93 °C (160 °F to 200 °F). 7. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way, 1. Locate the transmission then flip the handle down to 5.
Page 369: Automatic Transmission Fluid (8 Speed Transmission)
Vehicle Care Consistency of Readings service manual. See Service diesel supplement for the correct Publications Ordering Information inspection and replacement Always check the fluid level at least 0 479. procedures. twice using the procedure described The engine air cleaner/filter is near previously.
Page 370: Cooling System
Vehicle Care the engine air cleaner/filter or 3. Disconnect the electrical Warning (Continued) components with water or connectors (2) and the compressed air. connector harness from the backfires. Use caution when cover. To inspect or replace the engine air working on the engine and do not cleaner/filter: 4.
Page 371 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Warning keep hands, clothing, and tools Heater and radiator hoses, and away from any engine other engine parts, can be very cooling fan. hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a leak.
Page 372: Engine Coolant
Vehicle Care Engine Coolant Warning (Continued) Caution The cooling system in the vehicle is ® overheat warning. The engine If improper coolant mixture, filled with DEX-COOL engine could catch fire and you or others inhibitors, or additives are used in coolant.
Page 373 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant Warning (Continued) The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the and it will burn if the engine parts passenger side of the vehicle. See are hot enough. Do not spill Engine Compartment Overview coolant on a hot engine.
Page 374: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care 4. With the coolant surge tank Engine Overheating pressure cap off, start the If the vehicle has the Duramax engine and let it run until the diesel engine, see the Duramax engine coolant temperature diesel supplement. gauge indicates approximately 90 °C (195 °F).
Page 375 Vehicle Care If the decision is made not to lift the If there is an engine overheat Warning (Continued) hood when this warning appears, warning, but no steam is seen or get service help right away. See heard, the problem may not be too off and get everyone away from Roadside Assistance Program serious.
Page 376: Overheated Engine Protection
Vehicle Care displays, the vehicle can be driven. Overheated Engine Caution (Continued) Continue to drive the vehicle slowly Protection for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe attempting any repair. Repair the Operating Mode vehicle distance from the vehicle in cause of coolant loss, change the front.
Page 377: Power Steering Fluid
Vehicle Care This fan noise may also be heard Power Steering Fluid Wait for the power steering system when starting the engine. It will go to cool, with the engine off, before (1500 Series) away as the fan clutch partially checking the fluid.
Page 378: Washer Fluid
Vehicle Care What to Use Adding Washer Fluid Caution To determine what kind of fluid to The vehicle has a low washer fluid use, see Recommended Fluids and message on the DIC that comes on Do not use washer fluid that Lubricants 0 461.
Page 379: Brakes
Vehicle Care pedal travel. This could be a sign Caution (Continued) Caution that brake service may be required. freezing occurs, which could Continuing to drive with worn-out Replacing Brake System Parts damage the tank if it is brake pads could result in costly Always replace brake system parts completely full.
Page 380 Vehicle Care There are only two reasons why the Warning brake fluid level in the reservoir may go down: If too much brake fluid is added, it Normal brake lining wear. When can spill on the engine and burn, new linings are installed, the if the engine is hot enough.
Page 381: Battery - North America
Vehicle Care Infrequent Usage: Remove the Warning Warning black, negative ( ) cable from the battery to keep the battery from The wrong or contaminated brake WARNING: Battery posts, running down. fluid could result in damage to the terminals, and related Extended Storage: Remove the brake system.
Page 382: Front Axle
Vehicle Care 1. Fill Plug Front Axle 2. Drain Plug 2. Drain Plug When to Check and Change To get an accurate reading, the Lubricant vehicle should be on a level It is not necessary to regularly surface. check front axle fluid unless a leak If the level is below the bottom of is suspected, or an unusual noise is the fill plug (1) hole, located on the...
Page 383: Rear Axle
Vehicle Care What to Use five minutes after the vehicle has been driven will appear to have a Refer to Recommended Fluids and lower fluid level than a vehicle that Lubricants 0 461 to determine what has been stationary for an hour or kind of lubricant to use.
Page 384: Noise Control System
Vehicle Care fill plug hole, located on the rear Noise Control System (GVWR) of more than 4 536 kg axle. Add only enough fluid to (10,000 lb). The noise control Noise Emission Warranty reach the proper level. system warranty is given in your warranty manual.
Page 385: Starter Switch Check
Vehicle Care Insulation: Starter Switch Check Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Removal of the noise shields or any underhood insulation. Warning Function Check Engine: When you are doing this Warning Removal or rendering engine speed inspection, the vehicle could governor, if the vehicle has one, move suddenly.
Page 386: Ignition Transmission Lock
Vehicle Care Ignition Transmission Wiper Blade Replacement Warning (Continued) Lock Check Windshield wiper blades should be roll. Be ready to apply the regular inspected for wear or cracking. While parked and with the parking brake at once should the vehicle brake set, try to turn the ignition to Replacement blades come in begin to move.
Page 387: Glass Replacement
Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement should need no further adjustment. bulbs, contact your dealer. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, For any bulb-changing procedure the headlamp aim may be affected. not listed in this section, contact If adjustment to the headlamps is your dealer.
Page 388: High Intensity Discharge (Hid)
Vehicle Care High Intensity Discharge Taillamps, Turn Signal, (HID) Lighting Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps Warning The high intensity discharge lighting system operates at a very high voltage. If you try to service any of the system components, you could be seriously injured. Have your dealer or a qualified technician service them.
Page 389: Center High-Mounted
Vehicle Care Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp Pull the rear lamp assembly 8. Verify the retainer ring of straight back to remove it from attachment stud is pulled away the vehicle. from lamp. If the retainer ring is out of position, it will not 5.
Page 390: Replacement Bulbs
Have the Wiring headlamp wiring checked right away For an eAssist vehicle, see the if the lamps go on and off or Silverado/Sierra eAssist remain off. supplement. Windshield Wipers Electrical System If the wiper motor overheats due to...
Page 391: Fuses
Vehicle Care Fuses Engine Compartment Caution Fuse Block The wiring circuits in the vehicle are Spilling liquid on any electrical protected from short circuits by If the vehicle has a diesel engine, component on the vehicle may fuses. This greatly reduces the see the Duramax diesel damage it.
Page 392 Vehicle Care Micro Usage J-Case Fuses Trailer Brake Trailer Battery J-Case Usage Fuses Antilock Brake System Pump Instrument Panel BEC 1 Spare 4WD Transfer Case Electronic Control Spare Instrument Panel BEC 2 Spare Rear Window Defogger Starter Cooling Fan 1 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 393: Right
Vehicle Care J-Case Usage Micro Fuses Usage Micro Fuses Usage Fuses (2 Pin) (2 Pin) Cooling Fan 2 Upfitter Switch 1 Upfitter 1 Upfitter 2 Center Mini Fuses Usage High-Mounted Front Wiper (2 Pin) Stoplamp Antilock Brake Trailer Stop/Turn Miscellaneous System Valves Lamps, Left Ignition...
Page 394: Instrument Panel Fuse
Vehicle Care Solid State Usage Micro Fuses Usage Micro Usage (2 Pin) Relays Relay Engine Control Fuel Pump Cooling Fan Clutch Module Upfitter 2 Instrument Panel Fuse Interior Heater Upfitter 3 Block (Right) Spare Upfitter 4 Aeroshutter Trailer Parking Front Washer Lamps Run/Crank Micro Fuses...
Page 395 Vehicle Care Number Usage Accessory Power Outlet 4 Body Control Module 4 Body Control Module 8 Rear Seat Entertainment Cargo Lamp Steering Wheel Controls Radio Spare Sunroof Airbag/Info Export/Power Take Off/SEO Battery 1 Obstacle Detection/ USB Ports The vehicle may not be equipped Number Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and...
Page 396: Block (Left)
Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Number Usage Number Usage Block (Left) Body Control Body Control Module 2 Module 6 SEO Battery 2 Body Control Module 7 AC Inverter Passenger Seat Amplifier Retained Accessory Spare Power/Accessory Rear Sliding Window Rear Sliding Right Door Window Window Open Motor...
Page 397 Vehicle Care Number Usage SEO Retained Accessory Power Universal Garage Door Opener/Inside Rearview Mirror Body Control Module 3 Body Control Module 5 Driver Window Switch/Mirror Switch Spare Accessory Power Outlet Retained Accessory Power Accessory Power Outlet Battery Accessory Power Outlet 1/Cigarette Lighter The vehicle may not be equipped Discrete Logic Ignition...
Page 398: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Number Usage Number Usage Body Control Park Enable/ Tires Module 1 Electrically Adjustable Pedals Every new GM vehicle has Spare high-quality tires made by a Spare leading tire manufacturer. See Accessory/Run Crank Heater, Ventilation, the warranty manual for and Air Conditioning/ Heated Steering information regarding the tire...
Page 399: All-Season Tires
Vehicle Care and weather conditions. Original Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire performance criteria Underinflated tires pose Replace any tires that have a TPC specification code the same danger as have been damaged by molded onto the sidewall. Original overloaded tires.
Page 400: Low-Profile Tires
Vehicle Care for details regarding winter tire Low-Profile Tires All-Terrain Tires availability and proper tire selection. If the vehicle has P275/55R20, This vehicle may have all-terrain Also, see Buying New Tires 0 415. tires. These tires provide good P285/50R20, or P285/45R22 With winter tires, there may be performance on most road surfaces, size tires, they are classified as...
Page 401 Vehicle Care GM's TPC specifications meet or tire size, and date the tire was exceed all federal safety manufactured. The TIN is guidelines. molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may (3) DOT (Department of have the date of manufacture. Transportation) Department of Transportation (5) Tire Ply Material...
Page 402 Vehicle Care (8) Temporary Use Only Only and service description. See the U.S. Department of use a temporary spare tire until Tire Size illustration later in this Transportation Motor Vehicle the road tire is repaired and section for more detail. Safety Standards.
Page 403: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care (7) Single Tire Maximum the tire size means a passenger (5) Rim Diameter Diameter of Load Maximum load that can vehicle tire engineered to the wheel in inches. be carried and the maximum standards set by the U.S. Tire (6) Service Description These and Rim Association.
Page 404: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Vehicle Care (2) Tire Width The three-digit (7) Service Description Aspect Ratio The relationship number indicates the tire section service description indicates the of a tire's height to its width. width in millimeters from load index and speed rating of a Belt A rubber coated layer of sidewall to sidewall.
Page 405 Vehicle Care maximum capacity of fuel, oil, Intended Outboard Sidewall Maximum Loaded Vehicle and coolant, but without The side of an asymmetrical tire Weight The sum of curb passengers and cargo. that must always face outward weight, accessory weight, when mounted on a vehicle. vehicle capacity weight, and DOT Markings A code molded...
Page 406: Tire Pressure
Vehicle Care Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Traction The friction between Vehicle Capacity Weight tire used on passenger cars and the tire and the road surface. number of designated seating some light duty trucks and The amount of grip provided. positions multiplied by multipurpose vehicles.
Page 407 Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading Do not forget the spare tire, Caution Information label on the vehicle if the vehicle has one. See indicates the original equipment Full-Size Spare Tire 0 431 for Neither tire underinflation nor additional information. tires and the correct cold tire overinflation is good.
Page 408: Tire Pressure For High-Speed
Vehicle Care inflation pressure is high, press Return the tires to the Warning (Continued) recommended cold tire inflation on the metal stem in the center pressure when high-speed driving of the tire valve to release air. you or others could be killed. has ended.
Page 409: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care As an added safety feature, your Your vehicle has also been See Tire Pressure Monitor vehicle has been equipped with a equipped with a TPMS malfunction Operation 0 408. tire pressure monitoring system indicator to indicate when the See Radio Frequency Statement (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire system is not operating properly.
Page 410 Vehicle Care located on the instrument cluster. air pressure is getting low and Caution (Continued) If the warning light comes on, stop needs to be inflated to the proper as soon as possible and inflate the pressure. the GM approved tire sealant tires to the recommended pressure A Tire and Loading Information label available through your dealer or...
Page 411 Vehicle Care is replaced and the sensor could prevent the TPMS from malfunction light and the DIC matching process is performed functioning properly. See Buying message should go off at the next successfully. See "TPMS Sensor New Tires 0 415. ignition cycle.
Page 412: Tire Inspection
Vehicle Care 3. Uplevel DIC Only: Make sure begin should appear. Select times to indicate the sensor the Tire Pressure info page yes and press the trip identification code has been option is turned on. The info odometer reset stem to confirm matched to the driver side rear pages on the DIC can be the selection.
Page 413: Tire Rotation
Vehicle Care There is cord or fabric Anytime unusual wear is Dual Tire Rotation showing through the tire's noticed, rotate the tires as soon When the vehicle is new, as possible, check for proper tire rubber. or whenever a wheel, wheel inflation pressure, and check for bolt, or wheel nut is replaced, The tread or sidewall is...
Page 414 Vehicle Care Vehicles with polished forged inner wheels. After the flat tire is Warning (Continued) aluminum dual wheels have repaired, if the spare is not on three unique wheels; a front, a one of the inner rear positions, it can lose air suddenly or catch rear outer and a rear inner.
Page 415: Tires
Vehicle Care Check that the spare tire, if the Treadwear indicators are one way to Warning tell when it is time for new tires. vehicle has one, is stored Treadwear indicators appear when properly. Push, pull, and then try Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) to rotate or turn the tire.
Page 416: Buying New Tires
Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage GM strongly recommends adversely affected if all the tires are not replaced at the same buying tires with the same TPC Tires age when stored normally Spec rating. time. If proper rotation and mounted on a parked vehicle. Park maintenance have been done, a vehicle that will be stored for at GM's exclusive TPC Spec...
Page 417: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Vehicle Care Vehicles that have a tire Warning Warning pressure monitoring system could give an inaccurate Mixing tires of different sizes, Using bias-ply tires on the low-pressure warning if non-TPC brands, or types may cause vehicle may cause the wheel Spec rated tires are installed.
Page 418: Uniform Tire Quality
Vehicle Care or All-Wheel Drive, the performance (NHTSA), which grades tires by Quality grades can be found of these systems can also be treadwear, traction, and where applicable on the tire affected. temperature performance. This sidewall between tread shoulder applies only to vehicles sold in and maximum section width.
Page 419: Wheel Alignment And Tire
Vehicle Care norm due to variations in driving to the generation of heat and its Wheel Alignment and Tire habits, service practices and ability to dissipate heat when Balance differences in road tested under controlled The tires and wheels were aligned characteristics and climate.
Page 420: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care Some aluminum wheels can be Used Replacement Wheels Caution repaired. See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Warning The wrong wheel can also cause Your dealer will know the kind of problems with bearing life, brake Replacing a wheel with a used wheel that is needed.
Page 421: If A Tire Goes Flat
Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat Warning (Continued) Caution It is unusual for a tire to blowout proper amount of clearance can If the vehicle does not have dual while driving, especially if the tires cause damage to the brakes, wheels and has a tire size other are maintained properly.
Page 422 Vehicle Care Warning Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Driving on a flat tire will cause be badly injured or killed if the 2. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a permanent damage to the tire. vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack manual transmission in Re-inflating a tire after it has been is provided with the vehicle, only...
Page 423: Tire Changing
Vehicle Care Tire Changing Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 1. Wheel Block (If Equipped) 2. Flat Tire The following information explains Regular Cab how to use the jack and change a tire. 1. Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks 2. Wheel Blocks Crew Cab 3.
Page 424 Vehicle Care 2. Turn the wing nut 5. Hoist Shaft counterclockwise to remove the 6. Jack Handle Extensions wheel blocks and the wheel 7. Wheel Wrench block retainer. 8. Spare Tire Lock (If Equipped) 3. Turn the wing nut used to 9.
Page 425 Vehicle Care Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Use the following pictures and instructions to remove the flat tire and raise the vehicle. 3. Insert the hoist end (open 6. Tilt the tire toward the vehicle end) (10) of the extension with some slack in the cable to through the hole (9) in the rear access the tire/wheel retainer.
Page 426 Vehicle Care 1. Do a safety check before 3. Use the wheel wrench and turn proceeding. See If a Tire Goes it counterclockwise to loosen Flat 0 420 for more information. the wheel nuts. Do not remove the wheel nuts yet. If the wheel has a smooth center cap, place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the...
Page 427 Vehicle Care Front Position All Other Models Rear Position 1500 Models Rear Position All Other Models If the flat tire is on the front of 5. If the flat tire is on the rear, for For all other models, position the vehicle (all other models), 1500 models position the jack the jack under the rear axle...
Page 428 Vehicle Care Warning Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted on a jack is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
Page 429 Vehicle Care 11. Tighten each wheel nut by Warning (Continued) Caution hand. Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the nuts until running wheels, piloting pad Improperly tightened wheel nuts the wheel is held against damage may occur and require can lead to brake pulsation and the hub.
Page 430 Vehicle Care For vehicles with dual wheels, have Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Caution a technician check the wheel nut and Tools tightness of all wheels with a torque The tire hoist can be damaged if wrench after the first 160, 1 600 and Warning there is no tension on the cable 10 000 km (100, 1,000 and 6,000 mi).
Page 431 Vehicle Care 3. Hoist Cable 5. Raise the tire part way upward. Make sure the retainer is 4. Hoist Assembly seated in the wheel opening. 5. Hoist Shaft 6. Jack Handle Extensions 6. Raise the tire fully against the 7. Wheel Wrench underside of the vehicle by 8.
Page 432: Full-Size Spare Tire
Vehicle Care To store the jack and jack tools: 3. Assemble the wheel blocks (2) 112 km/h (70 mph), or 88 km/h and jack (7) together with the (55 mph) when pulling a trailer, at wing nut (1) and retaining the proper inflation pressure.
Page 433: Jump Starting
For an eAssist vehicle, see the Proposition 65 Warning 0 353. correctly inflated. Silverado/Sierra supplement. Have the damaged or flat road tire For more information about the repaired or replaced and installed vehicle battery, see Battery - North...
Page 434 Vehicle Care may not be able to get enough four-wheel-drive vehicle, be Caution power from a single battery in sure the transfer case is in a another vehicle to start your drive gear, not in N (Neutral). Ignoring these steps could result diesel engine.
Page 435 Vehicle Care The positive (+) terminal is Before you connect the cables, Warning (Continued) under a red plastic cover at the here are some basic things you positive battery post. To should know. Positive (+) will and some have been blinded. uncover the positive (+) go to positive (+) or to a remote Use a flashlight if you need more...
Page 436 Vehicle Care Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step. 10. Connect the other end of the negative ( ) cable. 5.3L Shown, 4.3L, 6.0L, 6.2L, and 6.0L 6.6L Similar To the generator bracket, on the vehicle with the dead 7.
Page 437: Towing
Vehicle Care Towing the Vehicle Caution If the jumper cables are Caution connected or removed in the Incorrectly towing a disabled wrong order, electrical shorting vehicle may cause damage. The may occur and damage the damage would not be covered by vehicle.
Page 438 Vehicle Care dinghy and dolly towing. Dinghy Dinghy Towing Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles towing is towing the vehicle with all Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles four wheels on the ground. Dolly towing is towing the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels on a dolly. Follow the tow vehicle manufacturer s instructions.
Page 439 Vehicle Care To dinghy tow: towed vehicle in ACC/ Caution ACCESSORY to prevent the 1. Position the vehicle being steering column from locking. towed behind the tow vehicle, Failure to disconnect the negative facing forward and on a level Disconnecting the Towed Vehicle battery cable or to have it contact surface.
Page 440 Vehicle Care (Drive). There should be Dolly Towing Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not movement of the vehicle while be towed with the rear wheels on Front Towing (Front Wheels Off shifting. the ground. Two-wheel-drive the Ground) Two-Wheel-Drive transmissions have no provisions 7.
Page 441 Vehicle Care 1. Attach the dolly to the tow 7. Shift the transfer case to To dolly tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle following the dolly N (Neutral). See Shifting into vehicle from the rear: manufacturer's instructions. N (Neutral) under Four-Wheel 1. Drive the rear wheels onto the Drive 0 291 for the proper 2.
Page 442: Exterior Care
Vehicle Care 4. Secure the vehicle to the dolly Appearance Care Warning (Continued) following the manufacturer's instructions. Exterior Care be injured. Set the parking brake 5. Use a clamping device before shifting the transfer case Locks designed for towing to ensure to N (Neutral).
Page 443 Vehicle Care If using an automatic car wash, sap, bird droppings, chemicals from Caution (Continued) follow with the car wash industrial chimneys, etc., can instructions. The windshield wiper damage the vehicle's finish if they your dealer. Follow all and rear window wiper, if equipped, remain on painted surfaces.
Page 444 Vehicle Care To keep the paint finish looking new, Always dilute a concentrated Caution keep the vehicle garaged or cleaner according to the covered whenever possible. manufacturer s instructions. Using silicone-based products Do not use cleaners that are not Protecting Exterior Bright Metal may damage the bedliner, reduce intended for automotive use.
Page 445 Vehicle Care Solvents, alcohols, fuels, Air Intakes require more frequent application. or other harsh cleaners. Black marks from rubber material on Clear debris from the air intakes, painted surfaces can be removed by Ice scrapers or other hard items. between the hood and windshield, rubbing with a clean cloth.
Page 446 Vehicle Care Inspect power steering for proper Caution Caution (Continued) hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Chrome wheels and other chrome brushes. Damage could occur Visually check constant velocity joint trim may be damaged if the and the repairs would not be boots and axle seals for leaks.
Page 447: Interior Care
Vehicle Care For an eAssist vehicle, see the Sheet Metal Damage Interior Care Silverado/Sierra eAssist If the vehicle is damaged and To prevent dirt particle abrasions, supplement. requires sheet metal repair or regularly clean the vehicle's interior. replacement, make sure the body Body Component Lubrication Immediately remove any soils.
Page 448 Vehicle Care To prevent damage, do not clean Interior Glass Coated Moldings the interior using the following To clean, use a terry cloth fabric Coated moldings should be cleaned. cleaners or techniques: dampened with water. Wipe droplets When lightly soiled, wipe with a Never use a razor or any other left behind with a clean dry cloth.
Page 449 Vehicle Care 2. Remove excess moisture by Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Instrument Panel, Leather, gently wringing until water does and Vehicle Information and Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, not drip from the cleaning cloth. Radio Displays Low Gloss Paint Surfaces and Natural Open Pore Wood 3.
Page 450: Floor Mats
Vehicle Care Care of Safety Belts Use the following guidelines for Caution (Continued) proper floor mat usage: Keep belts clean and dry. The original equipment floor the appearance and feel of mats were designed for your leather or soft trim, and are not Warning vehicle.
Page 451 Vehicle Care Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats Pull up on the rear of the driver side floor mat to unlock each retainer and remove. Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snapping into position. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured in place.
Page 452: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance Service and General Information Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing Maintenance This maintenance section applies to competitively priced maintenance vehicles with a gasoline engine. For and repair services. With trained diesel engine vehicles, see technicians, the dealer is the place "Maintenance Schedule"...
Page 453: Maintenance Schedule
Service and Maintenance keep the vehicle in good working Severe Service Maintenance condition, improves fuel economy, In addition to the normal service Schedule and reduces vehicle emissions. schedule, some vehicles require Because of the way people use service more often. Severe service Owner Checks and Services vehicles, maintenance needs vary.
Page 454 Service and Maintenance a year and the oil life system must Tire Rotation and Required Check tire inflation pressures. be reset. Your trained dealer See Tire Pressure 0 405. Services Every 12 000 km/ technician can perform this work. 7,500 mi Inspect tire wear.
Page 455 Service and Maintenance Visually inspect fuel system for Check ignition transmission lock. Visually inspect gas strut for damage or leaks. See Ignition Transmission Lock signs of wear, cracks, or other Check 0 385. damage. Check the hold open Visually inspect exhaust system ability of the strut.
Page 456 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 457 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (2) Check all fuel and vapor lines (5) Or every five years, whichever Schedule Additional Required and hoses for proper hook-up, comes first. See Cooling System Services Normal routing, and condition. 0 369. (1) Or every two years, whichever (3) Or every four years, whichever (6) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first.
Page 458 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 459 Service and Maintenance (3) Or every four years, whichever Special Application Additional comes first. If driving in dusty Services Maintenance and Care conditions, inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed. Vehicles with Dual Wheels: Your vehicle is an important (4) Do not directly power wash the Check dual wheel nut torque at investment and caring for it properly...
Page 460 Service and Maintenance Battery Brakes stop the vehicle and are Hoses crucial to safe driving. The 12-volt battery supplies power Hoses transport fluids and should to start the engine and operate any Signs of brake wear may include be regularly inspected to ensure additional electrical accessories.
Page 461 Service and Maintenance Shocks and Struts Trained dealer technicians can Windshield inspect and recommend the right Shocks and struts help aid in control For safety, appearance, and the tires. Your dealer can also for a smoother ride. best viewing, keep the windshield provide tire/wheel balancing clean and clear.
Page 462: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
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 recommended fluids and lubricants section in the Duramax diesel supplement. Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Page 463 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Floor Shift Linkage Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2 Category LB or GC-LB. Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Page 464: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 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 22845992...
Page 465: Maintenance Records
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 466: Technical Data
Technical Data 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) ....465 parts.
Page 467: Vehicle Data
Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 461. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and...
Page 468 Technical Data Capacities Application Metric English Fuel Tank 1500 Series Standard and Short Box 98.4 L 26.0 gal 1500 Series Long Box 128.7 L 34.0 gal 2500 Series and 3500 Series Standard Box 136.3 L 36.0 gal 2500 Series and 3500 Series Long Box 136.3 L 36.0 gal 3500 Series Chassis Cab...
Page 469 Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 4.3L V6 (LV3) 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in) 4.3L V6 (LV1) 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in) 5.3L V8 (L83) 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in) 6.0L V8 (L96) 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in) 6.2L V8 (L86)
Page 470: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 6.0L V8 Engines If the vehicle has a diesel engine, V6 Engines see the Duramax diesel supplement. 5.3L and 6.2L V8 Engines I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 471: Customer Information
Procedure ....470 GMC. Normally, any concerns with General Motors ... . . 481...
Page 472 Customer Information STEP TWO : If after contacting a When contacting GMC, remember may reject it and proceed with any member of dealership management, that your concern will likely be other venue for relief available it appears your concern cannot be resolved at a dealer's facility.
Page 473: Customer Assistance
However, if a customer wishes to Telephone Devices (TTYs)) decision, should be completed in Roadside Assistance: write or e-mail GMC, the letter about 70 days. We believe our should be addressed to: 1-800-268-6800 impartial program offers advantages...
Page 474: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
GMC Owner Centre (Canada) Users diagnostic information. Schedule gmcowner.ca service appointments. To assist customers who are deaf, Take a trip to the GMC Owner hard of hearing, or speech-impaired (Service History) : View and Centre: and who use Text Telephones print dealer-recorded service...
Page 475: Program
Calling for Assistance reimbursement of eligible General Motors North America and When calling Roadside Assistance, aftermarket adaptive equipment GMC reserve the right to make any have the following information required for the vehicle, such as changes or discontinue the ready:...
Page 476 Road or Highway: Tow to the up to 805 km (500 mi). nearest GMC dealer for warranty Trip Interruption Benefits and service, or if the vehicle was in a Assistance: Must be over Services Not Included in crash and cannot be driven.
Page 477: Scheduling Service
Customer Information receive payment, up to $100, If your dealer requests you to bring furnished with each new vehicle after sending the original receipt the vehicle for service, you are provides detailed warranty coverage to Roadside Assistance. urged to do so as early in the work information.
Page 478: Collision Damage Repair
Customer Information and be supported by original Additional Program Collision Parts receipts. See your dealer for Information Genuine GM Collision parts are new information. parts made with the same materials All program options, such as shuttle and construction methods as the Courtesy Rental Vehicle service, may not be available at parts with which the vehicle was...
Page 479 Customer Information Aftermarket collision parts are also Insuring the Vehicle parts. Read the lease carefully, as available. These are made by you may be charged at the end of Protect your investment in the GM companies other than GM and may the lease for poor quality repairs.
Page 480: Information
Customer Information Vehicle make, model, and original GM parts. Remember, Service Publications model year. recycled parts will not be covered by Ordering Information the GM vehicle warranty. Vehicle Identification (U.S. and Canada Only) Number (VIN). Insurance pays the bill for the repair, but you must live with the repair.
Page 481: Radio Frequency
Customer Information In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Or write to: Operation is subject to the following Owner Manual, and Warranty two conditions: Helm, Incorporated Manual. Attention: Customer Service 1. The device may not cause RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 47911 Halyard Drive harmful interference.
Page 482: Reporting Safety Defects
Call 1-800-GMC-8782 death, you should immediately information about motor (1-800-462-8782), or write: inform the National Highway vehicle safety from GMC Customer Assistance Center Traffic Safety Administration http://www.safercar.gov P.O. Box 33172 (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Reporting Safety Defects Detroit, MI 48232-5172 General Motors.
Page 483: Privacy
Customer Information Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a better understanding of the Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to Note record, in certain crash or near The vehicle has a number of...
Page 484: Onstar
Customer Information GM will not access these data or OnStar Terms and Conditions and share it with others except: with the Privacy Statement on the OnStar consent of the vehicle owner or, website. if the vehicle is leased, with the See OnStar Additional Information consent of the lessee;...
Page 485: Onstar
OnStar OnStar OnStar Overview Conditions and Privacy Statement for more details including system limitations at www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada). OnStar Overview The OnStar system status light is OnStar Overview ... . . 484 next to the OnStar buttons.
Page 486: Onstar Services
OnStar ® Obtain the Wi-Fi hotspot name OnStar Services Security or SSID and password, If equipped, OnStar provides these if equipped. Emergency services: Press to connect to an Emergency Services require an With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Advisor to: active, OnStar subscription plan OnStar Advisors can use GPS to Verify account information or (excludes Basic Plan).
Page 487: Connections
OnStar 2. Request directions to be 2. Say Repeat. System Connections downloaded to the vehicle. responds with the last direction The following OnStar services help given, then responds with 3. Follow the voice-guided with staying connected. OnStar ready, then a tone. commands.
Page 488 OnStar (no Internet connection, 3G, Locate the vehicle on a map Make a Call 4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality (U.S. market only). 1. Press . System responds: (poor, good, excellent). Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot OnStar ready. 3. To change the SSID or on/off, manage settings, and 2.
Page 489: Diagnostics
OnStar Retrieve My Number Diagnostics OnStar Additional Information 1. Press . System responds: Advanced Diagnostics provides a status of the vehicle s key systems OnStar ready. In-Vehicle Audio Messages with a monthly e-mail, or by 2. Say My number. System pressing .
Page 490 OnStar Reactivation for Subsequent See Radio Frequency Statement Press to speak with an 0 480. Owners Advisor. Services for People with OnStar services cannot work unless Press and follow the prompts to Disabilities the vehicle is in a place where speak to an Advisor as soon as OnStar has an agreement with a possible.
Page 491 OnStar OnStar Personal Identification vehicle has not been started for Cellular and GPS Antennas five days, OnStar can contact Number (PIN) Cellular reception is required for Roadside Assistance or a locksmith OnStar to send remote signals to A PIN is needed to access some to help gain access to the vehicle.
Page 492 OnStar Add-on Electrical Equipment statement or separately disclosed at may unlawfully intercept or access the time of installation. These transmissions and private The OnStar system is integrated updates or changes may also cause communications without consent. into the electrical architecture of the a system to automatically vehicle.
Page 493 OnStar above copyright notice and this unzip: This software is provided as is, permission notice appear in all without warranty of any kind, This is version 2005-Feb-10 of the copies. express or implied. In no event shall Info-ZIP copyright and license. Info-ZIP or its contributors be held THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED The definitive version of this...
Page 494 OnStar self-extracting archive; that is the Zip-Bugs or Info-ZIP e-mail permitted without inclusion of addresses or of the this license, as long as the Info-ZIP URL(s). normal SFX banner has not 4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use been removed from the binary the names Info-ZIP, Zip, or disabled.
Page 495: Index
Index Index Airbag System (cont'd) What Makes an Airbag Accessories and Inflate? ......75 Modifications ....354 What Will You See after an Accessory Power .
Page 496 Index Antilock Brake System Automatic Transmission (cont'd) Brakes (cont'd) (ABS) (cont'd) Shift Lock Control Function Fluid ......378 Warning Light .
Page 497 Index California Child Restraints Control Light Proposition Infants and Young Children ..87 Hill Descent ....142 65 Warning ..353, 380, 432 Lower Anchors and Tethers Control of a Vehicle .
Page 498 Index Driving (cont'd) Engine (cont'd) Hill and Mountain Roads ..264 Compartment Overview ..356 Damage Repair, Collision ..477 If the Vehicle is Stuck ..266 Coolant .
Page 499 Index Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Fuses (cont'd) System ......311 Instrument Panel Fuse Four-Wheel Drive ..291, 380 Block .
Page 500 Index High-Speed Operation ..407 Internet Radio Hill and Mountain Roads ..264 Pandora ..... . 197 Halogen Bulbs .
Page 501 Index Lamps (cont'd) Lights (cont'd) Low Fuel Warning Light ..145 Reading ..... . 179 Brake System Warning .
Page 502 Index ® Messages (cont'd) Mirrors (cont'd) OnStar Additional Engine Oil ....153 Trailer Tow ..... . 45 Information .
Page 503 Index Parking (cont'd) Power (cont'd) Reclining Seatbacks ... . . 58 Over Things That Burn ..283 Protection, Battery ... . 181 Recognition Parking or Backing Retained Accessory (RAP) .
Page 504 Index Restraints Safety Belts (cont'd) Service ......253 Where to Put ....91 Use During Pregnancy .
Page 505 Index Specifications and Sunglass Storage ....117 Tires (cont'd) Capacities ..... 466 Sunroof .
Page 506 Index Towing (cont'd) Turn and Lane-Change Vehicle (cont'd) General Information ..321 Signals ......176 Towing .
Page 507 Index When It Is Time for New Tires ......414 Where to Put the Restraint ..91 Windows .