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Greg Starnes
June 14, 2025

colorado 2016 started and ran for 20 feet and shut off. now it cranks but doesn't fire. not out of gas. fuel pump?

Summary of Contents for Chevrolet 2016 Colorado

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ..... . 2 In Brief ......5 Keys, Doors, and Windows .
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Helm, Incorporated diesel supplement for additional and this manual including, but not limited Attention: Customer Service specific information on this engine. to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, 47911 Halyard Drive Refer to the purchase the CHEVROLET Emblem, and Plymouth, MI 48170...
  • Page 4 Introduction Danger, Warning, and Vehicle Symbol Chart Caution Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle Warning messages found on vehicle and what they mean. For more labels and in this manual describe information on the symbol, refer to hazards and what to do to avoid or the Index.
  • Page 5 Introduction : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : Oil Pressure : Power : Safety Belt Reminders : Tire Pressure Monitor ® : Traction Control/StabiliTrak : Under Pressure...
  • Page 6: In Brief

    In Brief In Brief Portable Audio Devices ..20 ® Bluetooth ..... 20 Steering Wheel Controls .
  • Page 7: Instrument Panel

    In Brief Instrument Panel...
  • Page 8: Instrument Panel

    In Brief 1. Air Vents 0 189. 8. Heated Front Seats 0 46 (If 15. Steering Wheel Adjustment Equipped). 0 101 (Out of View). 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals 9. Power Outlets 0 104 (If 16. Cruise Control 0 235. 0 144.
  • Page 9: Initial Drive Information

    In Brief Initial Drive Remote Vehicle Start Information If equipped, the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle. This section provides a brief Starting the Vehicle overview about some of the important features that may or may 1. Press and release on the not be on your specific vehicle.
  • Page 10: Door Locks

    In Brief Door Locks If equipped with power door locks: control that window. The power windows work when the ignition is in : Press to lock the doors. To lock or unlock a door from the ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, : Press to unlock the doors. outside press on the or when Retained Accessory Power...
  • Page 11: Seat Adjustment

    In Brief Seat Adjustment Power Seats Power Lumbar Manual Seats To adjust a power seat, if equipped: If equipped, press and hold the top of the control to increase lumbar Move the seat forward or To adjust a manual seat: support.
  • Page 12: Heated Seats

    In Brief Reclining Seatbacks 2. Push and pull on the seatback The indicator light comes on when to make sure it is locked. this feature is on. See Reclining Seatbacks 0 45. See Heated Front Seats 0 46. Heated Seats Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints...
  • Page 13: Safety Belts

    In Brief Safety Belts Passenger Sensing The passenger airbag status indicator lights on the overhead System console are visible when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 113. Mirror Adjustment Using hood-mounted air deflectors and add-on convex mirror United States attachments could decrease mirror performance.
  • Page 14: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    In Brief Power Mirrors Interior Mirror Steering Wheel Adjustment Adjustment Adjust the mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle. Manual Dimming Rearview Mirror If equipped, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid the glare of headlamps from behind.
  • Page 15: Interior Lighting

    In Brief Tilt and Telescoping Steering Interior Lighting Reading Lamps (If Equipped) Wheel Dome Lamps The interior lamps control in the overhead console controls both the front and rear interior lamps. The front reading lamps are in the overhead console. 1.
  • Page 16: Exterior Lighting

    In Brief Exterior Lighting Taillamps ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, move the windshield wiper lever to select License Plate Lamps the wiper speed. Front/Rear Sidemarker Lamps HI : Use for fast wipes. : Turns on the parking lamps LO : Use for slow wipes. including all lamps, except the headlamps.
  • Page 17: Climate Controls

    In Brief Climate Controls These systems control the heating, cooling, and ventilation. Climate Control System 1. Fan Control 5. TEMP (Temperature Control) 2. A/C (Air Conditioning) 6. Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped) 3. Air Delivery Mode Controls 7. Air Recirculation 4.
  • Page 18: Transmission

    In Brief Automatic Climate Control System Transmission Range Selection Mode 1. Fan Control 8. Air Recirculation 2. A/C (Air Conditioning) 9. Power Button Range Selection Mode helps control 3. Air Delivery Mode Controls See Climate Control Systems 0 185 the vehicle's transmission and or Automatic Climate Control vehicle speed while driving downhill 4.
  • Page 19: Four-Wheel Drive

    In Brief when 5 (Fifth) gear is selected, Automatic Transfer Case 4 (Four-Wheel Drive High) : Use 1 (First) through 5 (Fifth) gears this setting when extra traction is are available. needed, such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off-road situations. 2.
  • Page 20: Vehicle Features

    In Brief Vehicle Features Satellite Radio : Press to seek the previous station. ® Vehicles with a SiriusXM satellite Infotainment System : Press to seek the next station. radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM satellite radio subscription can See Overview 0 150 about these The base radio and base radio with receive SiriusXM programming.
  • Page 21: Portable Audio Devices

    In Brief Portable Audio Devices Steering Wheel Controls accelerate. If cruise control is already active, use to increase There is a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary If equipped, the infotainment system vehicle speed. input jack and USB port on the front can be operated by using the SET : Press briefly to set the or under the armrest of the center...
  • Page 22: (Uplevel)

    In Brief 1. SET/CLR: Press to set, Forward Collision Alert or press and hold to clear, the (FCA) System menu item displayed. If equipped, FCA may help avoid or : Use the band to reduce the harm caused by scroll through the items in front-end crashes.
  • Page 23: Rear Vision Camera (Rvc)

    In Brief signal in that direction, the light will Power Outlets Performance and change to amber and flash. In Maintenance Accessory power outlets can be addition, beeps will sound. used to plug in electrical equipment, See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) such as a cell phone, MP3 Traction Control/ 0 241.
  • Page 24: Tire Pressure Monitor

    In Brief pressure shown on the Tire and Resetting the Oil Life System Press and release to turn on Loading Information label. See To reset the engine oil life system: both systems. turn off Vehicle Load Limits 0 203. The in instrument cluster.
  • Page 25: Driving For Better Fuel

    TTY Users (U.S. Only): Avoid idling the engine for long 1-888-889-2438 periods of time. Canada: 1-800-268-6800 When road and weather New Chevrolet owners are conditions are appropriate, use automatically enrolled in the cruise control. Roadside Assistance Program. Always follow posted speed...
  • Page 26: Keys, Doors, And Windows

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Power Mirrors ....36 Keys and Locks Heated Mirrors ....37 Windows Blind Spot Mirrors .
  • Page 27 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 28: 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 29: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Check the location. Other Pressing arms the vehicle alarm vehicles or objects may be system. See Vehicle Alarm System blocking the signal. 0 34. Check the transmitter's battery. (Unlock) : Press once to unlock See Battery Replacement later only the driver door.
  • Page 30 Keys, Doors, and Windows Press and hold for at least Caution three seconds to sound the panic alarm. The turn signal lamps flash When replacing the battery, do and the horn sounds repeatedly for not touch any of the circuitry on 30 seconds.
  • Page 31: Remote Vehicle Start

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Vehicle Start The engine will turn off during a The engine will continue to run for remote vehicle start if: 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for If equipped, the engine can be one 10-minute time extension. Place The coolant temperature gets started from outside of the vehicle.
  • Page 32: Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Turn the vehicle on and then off. Power Door Locks Warning (Continued) Door Locks permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Warning Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it. Unlocked doors can be Outsiders can easily enter dangerous.
  • Page 33: Automatic Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Automatic Door Locks Lockout Protection When is pressed on the power door lock switch with the door open, The doors will lock automatically When locking is requested with the a chime will sound three times when all doors are closed, the driver door open and the key in the indicating that delayed locking is ignition is on, and the shift lever is...
  • Page 34: Doors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors To shut the tailgate, firmly push it upward until it latches. Tailgate After closing the tailgate, pull it back to be sure it latches securely. Warning Tailgate Removal The tailgate can be removed to It is extremely dangerous to ride allow for different loading situations.
  • Page 35: Vehicle Security

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 1. Raise the tailgate and support Vehicle Security Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. it firmly. Pull out and hold the A door or the hood is open. This vehicle has theft-deterrent cable retaining clip (1). Push Slow Flash : Alarm system is features;...
  • Page 36: Immobilizer

    Keys, Doors, and Windows If the driver door is opened without Always unlock a door with the The vehicle is automatically first unlocking with the RKE RKE transmitter. immobilized when the vehicle is transmitter, the horn will chirp and turned off. Unlocking the driver door with the the lights will flash to indicate key will not disarm the system or...
  • Page 37: Exterior Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows It is possible for the immobilizer Exterior Mirrors Using hood-mounted air deflectors system to learn new or replacement and add-on convex mirror keys. Up to eight keys can be attachments could decrease mirror Convex Mirrors programmed for the vehicle. To performance.
  • Page 38: Heated Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Return the selector switch to Driving with the Blind Spot 1. When the approaching vehicle the center position. is a long distance away, the Mirror image in the main mirror is Heated Mirrors small and near the inboard edge of the mirror.
  • Page 39: Interior Rearview Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Using the Outside Mirror with Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror the Blind Spot Mirror If equipped, push the tab forward for Interior Rearview Mirrors 1. Set the main mirror so that the daytime use and pull it rearward for side of the vehicle can just be nighttime use to avoid glare from Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear...
  • Page 40: 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 41 Keys, Doors, and Windows Press the switch down to lower the 2. Place the ignition in ACC/ If conditions prevent the window window, and pull the switch to raise ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/ from closing and the window the window. START. continues to auto-reverse, it is possible to close the window by 3.
  • Page 42: Rear Windows

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Rear Window Lockout (Crew Rear Windows Sun Visors Cab Only) Sliding Rear Window Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window or, if equipped, extend along the rod.
  • Page 43: Seats And Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety System Check ..55 Child Restraints Safety Belt Care ....55 Older Children .
  • Page 44: Head Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Adjust the head restraint so that the restraint after the button is released top of the restraint is at the same to make sure that it is locked in The vehicle's front seats have height as the top of the occupant's place.
  • Page 45: Front Seats

    Seats and Restraints restraint must first be manually Front Seats 2. Slide the seat to the desired folded forward out of the way to fold position and release the the seatback down. handle. Seat Adjustment The head restraint can be folded 3.
  • Page 46: Lumbar Adjustment

    Seats and Restraints To adjust the seatback, see Manual Reclining Seatbacks Reclining Seatbacks under Reclining Seatbacks 0 45. Warning Lumbar Adjustment Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be Power Lumbar dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job.
  • Page 47: Heated Front Seats

    Seats and Restraints 2. Move the seatback to the Warning Warning (Continued) desired position, and then release the lever to lock the If either seatback is not locked, it time. Do not place anything on seatback in place. could move forward in a sudden the seat that insulates against 3.
  • Page 48: Rear Seats

    Seats and Restraints This feature will heat the cushion Remote Start Auto Heated Rear Seats and back of the seats. Seats Rear Seats (Crew Cab) Press to heat the driver or During a remote start, the heated seats can be turned on passenger seatback only.
  • Page 49 Seats and Restraints Warning If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.
  • Page 50: Rear Seat Armrest

    Seats and Restraints 4. Reconnect the center safety Safety Belts Warning (Continued) belt latch plate to the This section of the manual mini-buckle. Make sure the passengers to ride in any area of describes how to use safety belts safety belt is not twisted. the vehicle that is not equipped properly.
  • Page 51: How To Wear Safety Belts

    Seats and Restraints Why Safety Belts Work Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle This section is only for people of after a crash if I am wearing a adult size.
  • Page 52: Lap-Shoulder Belt

    Seats and Restraints Wear the shoulder belt over the If you are using a rear seating shoulder and across the chest. position with a detachable safety These parts of the body are best belt and the safety belt is not able to take belt restraining attached, see Rear Seats (Crew forces.
  • Page 53 Seats and Restraints 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull If the webbing locks in the latch 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt the belt across you. Do not let plate before it reaches the height adjuster, move it to the it get twisted.
  • Page 54 Seats and Restraints Before a door is closed, be sure the safety belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a safety belt, damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle. Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and front outboard passenger.
  • Page 55: Safety Belt Use During

    Seats and Restraints moderate to severe frontal, near Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is frontal, or rear crash if the threshold to protect the mother. When a safety Pregnancy conditions for pretensioner belt is worn properly, it is more likely activation are met.
  • Page 56: Safety System Check

    Seats and Restraints Safety System Check Safety Belt Care Warning (Continued) Now and then, check that the safety Keep belts clean and dry. properly after a crash, have them belt reminder light, safety belts, inspected and any necessary buckles, latch plates, retractors, and Warning replacements made as soon as anchorages are all working properly.
  • Page 57: 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 designed to work with safety airbags: the instrument panel for the front belts, not replace them.
  • Page 58: Where Are The Airbags

    Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? Warning (Continued) Warning airbag when it inflates can be Children who are up against, seriously injured or killed. Do not or very close to, any airbag when sit unnecessarily close to any it inflates can be seriously injured airbag, as you would be if sitting or killed.
  • Page 59: 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 60: What Makes An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints system's deployment threshold. whether the object is fixed or severe frontal impact. Roof-rail Deployment thresholds are used to moving, rigid or deformable, narrow airbags are not designed to inflate in predict how severe a crash is likely or wide.
  • Page 61: How Does An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints How Does an Airbag But airbags would not help in many prevent the driver from seeing out of types of collisions, primarily the windshield or being able to steer Restrain? because the occupant's motion is the vehicle, nor does it prevent In moderate to severe frontal or not toward those airbags.
  • Page 62: Passenger Sensing System

    Seats and Restraints The feature may also activate, Additional windshield breakage may Passenger Sensing without airbag inflation, after an also occur from the front outboard System event that exceeds a predetermined passenger airbag. threshold. You can lock the doors, The vehicle has a passenger Airbags are designed to inflate and turn off the interior lamps, and sensing system for the front...
  • Page 63 Seats and Restraints on and off, will be visible. See Never put a rear-facing child seat in Warning (Continued) Passenger Airbag Status Indicator the front. This is because the risk to 0 113. the rear-facing child is so great, Secure rear-facing child restraints if the airbag inflates.
  • Page 64 Seats and Restraints The system determines that a properly in the front outboard Warning (Continued) small child is present in a child passenger seat. When the restraint. passenger sensing system has away. See Airbag Readiness allowed the airbag to be enabled, The system determines that a Light 0 113 for more information, the on indicator will light and stay lit...
  • Page 65 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 66: 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 67: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

    Seats and Restraints Adding accessories that change the designed for a different vehicle. Any Warning (Continued) vehicle's frame, bumper system, object, such as an aftermarket seat height, front end, or side sheet heater or a comfort-enhancing pad are close to an airbag when it metal may keep the airbag system or device, installed under or on top inflates.
  • Page 68: 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 0 113. A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle.
  • Page 69 Seats and Restraints Sit all the way back on the seat. Q: What is the proper way to Warning Do the knees bend at the seat wear safety belts? edge? If yes, continue. If no, A: An older child should wear a Never allow more than one child return to the booster seat.
  • Page 70: Infants And Young Children

    Seats and Restraints Warning Warning Never allow a child to wear the Children can be seriously injured safety belt with the shoulder belt or strangled if a shoulder belt is behind their back. A child can be wrapped around their neck. The seriously injured by not wearing shoulder belt can tighten but the lap-shoulder belt properly.
  • Page 71 Seats and Restraints 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. Warning Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle.
  • Page 72: Child Restraint Systems

    Seats and Restraints restraint will have a label saying Child Restraint Systems Warning that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. A young child's hip bones are still The restraint manufacturer so small that the vehicle's regular instructions that come with the safety belt may not remain low on restraint state the weight and the hip bones, as it should.
  • Page 73 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 74: Where To Put The Restraint

    Seats and Restraints important, so if they are not Securing the Child Within the Warning available, obtain a replacement Child Restraint copy from the manufacturer. A child in a rear-facing child Keep in mind that an unsecured Warning restraint can be seriously injured child restraint can move around in a or killed if the front passenger A child can be seriously injured or...
  • Page 75 Seats and Restraints When securing a child restraint in a Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child the front seat, always move the A child could be seriously injured restraint to make sure it is front passenger seat as far back or killed in a sudden stop or compatible with this vehicle.
  • Page 76: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch System)

    Seats and Restraints properly secure any child restraint in Booster seats use the vehicle s The following explains how to attach the vehicle even when no child is safety belts to secure the child in a child restraint with these in it.
  • Page 77 Seats and Restraints Lower anchors (1) are metal bars reduce the forward movement and Lower Anchor and Top Tether built into the vehicle. There are two rotation of the child restraint during Anchor Locations lower anchors for each LATCH driving or in a crash. seating position that will The child restraint may have a accommodate a child restraint with...
  • Page 78 Seats and Restraints A child restraint in the rear center For extended cab models with rear seating position must be installed seats, there are exposed metal with safety belts as it is not lower anchors for each rear seating equipped with lower LATCH position, attached to the back wall, anchors.
  • Page 79 Seats and Restraints access the anchor. See instructions Do not attach a top tether to the that the top tether be attached, or if for crew cab under Rear Seats loop near the top of the seatback of the instructions that come with the (Crew Cab) 0 47.
  • Page 80 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Caution following the instructions that shoulder belt can tighten but Do not let the LATCH came with the child restraint and cannot be loosened if it is locked. attachments rub against the the instructions in this manual. The shoulder belt locks when it is vehicle s safety belts.
  • Page 81 Seats and Restraints Crew Cab 3.1. Release and pull the rear seatback forward to 1. When installing a rear-facing access the top tether child restraint, it may be anchors (1). See Rear necessary to move the front Seats (Crew Cab) 0 47. seat forward to properly install 3.2.
  • Page 82 Seats and Restraints If the position you are 4. Attach and tighten the lower using does not have a attachments to the lower head restraint and you are anchors. If the child restraint using a dual tether, route does not have lower the tether over the attachments or the desired seatback.
  • Page 83 Seats and Restraints Extended Cab with Rear Seats Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Warning properly installed according to the tilted forward which will not allow child restraint manufacturer s a passenger to sit properly in the Never secure a rear-facing or instructions.
  • Page 84 Seats and Restraints Extended Cab Rear Seat Cushion When a rear-facing child restraint is Extension installed properly, the front passenger seat cannot be used. The vehicle is equipped with a headrest that is used as a seat 1. Always install the seat cushion cushion extension for installation of extension in the right rear child restraints in the right rear seat.
  • Page 85 Seats and Restraints 5. Attach and tighten the lower 8. Always reinstall the headrest attachments to the lower before the seating position is anchors. If the child restraint used by another occupant. See does not have lower Head Restraint/Headrest attachments, secure the child Removal and Reinstallation at restraint with the safety belts the end of this section.
  • Page 86 Seats and Restraints The vehicle has a front outboard 2.1. Route the top tether Warning (Continued) passenger frontal airbag and a according to your child passenger sensing system. The restraint instructions and passenger sensing system is the following instructions: Even if the passenger sensing designed to turn off the front system has turned off the right passenger frontal airbag when an...
  • Page 87 Seats and Restraints 2.3. Tighten the top tether. Crew Cab 3. Before placing a child in the The rear outboard head restraints child restraint, make sure it is can be removed if they interfere with securely held in place. To the proper installation of the child check, grasp the child restraint restraint.
  • Page 88 Seats and Restraints 4. Always reinstall the head Extended Cab restraint before the seating To remove the headrest: position is used by another occupant. To reinstall the head restraint: 2. If removing the headrest to install a booster seat in the left rear seating position, store the headrest in the left rear seat 1.
  • Page 89: Replacing Latch System Parts

    Seats and Restraints instructions in Securing a Replacing LATCH System Child Restraint with the LATCH Parts After a Crash System earlier in this section. 4. Always reinstall the headrest Warning before the seating position is used by another occupant. A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle.
  • Page 90: Securing Child Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints If your child restraint or vehicle seat Warning (Continued) position does not have the LATCH (Rear Seat) system, you will be using the safety A child could be seriously injured When securing a child restraint in a belt to secure the child restraint in or killed in a sudden stop or this position.
  • Page 91 Seats and Restraints A booster seat may be used in the Warning (Continued) left rear seating position if the base of the booster seat fits on the seat the right rear seating position cushion and does not extend past without the seat cushion the front edge of the seat cushion.
  • Page 92 Seats and Restraints 3. Insert the headrest posts into anchor. Refer to the the holes on the front of the instructions that came with the passenger side seat cushion to child restraint and see Lower install the seat cushion Anchors and Tethers for extension.
  • Page 93 Seats and Restraints 10. Tighten the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 75. 11. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth.
  • Page 94 Seats and Restraints Crew Cab 4. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions When using the lap-shoulder belt to of the vehicle's safety belt secure the child restraint in this through or around the restraint. position, follow the instructions that The child restraint instructions came with the child restraint and the...
  • Page 95: Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)

    Seats and Restraints 8. Tighten the top tether. See Securing Child Restraints Lower Anchors and Tethers for (Front Passenger Seat) Children (LATCH System) 0 75. This vehicle has airbags. A rear 9. Before placing a child in the seat is a safer place to secure a child restraint, make sure it is forward-facing child restraint.
  • Page 96 Seats and Restraints In Canada, the law requires that Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be This is because the back of the front passenger seat as far back attached. rear-facing child restraint would as it will go.
  • Page 97 Seats and Restraints 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4. Push the latch plate into the 5.
  • Page 98 Seats and Restraints 8. Tighten the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 75. 9. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth.
  • Page 99: Storage

    Storage Storage Storage Cupholders Compartments Crew Cab Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments ..98 Glove Box ..... 98 Do not store heavy or sharp Cupholders .
  • Page 100 Storage Sunglasses Storage Underseat Storage Center Console Storage Extended Cab Shown, Crew Model If equipped, press and release to There is storage under the armrest Similar access. in the center console. Press the If equipped, there is storage under button and lift. Depending on the the rear seat.
  • Page 101: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Instruments and Safety Belt Reminders ..112 High-Beam On Light ..121 Airbag Readiness Light ..113 Front Fog Lamp Light .
  • Page 102: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Instruments and Controls Airbag System Messages ..133 Controls Tilt and Telescoping Steering Safety Belt Messages ..133 Wheel Security Messages ... 133 Steering Wheel Steering System Adjustment...
  • Page 103: Steering Wheel Controls

    Instruments and Controls Steering Wheel Controls activated. See Washer Fluid 0 276 for information on filling the If equipped, the infotainment system windshield washer fluid reservoir. can be operated by using the steering wheel controls. See Warning "Steering Wheel Controls" in the infotainment manual.
  • Page 104: Compass

    Instruments and Controls If the windshield wiper lever is then will automatically determine when a If auto timing is set, the time moved to off before the driver door GPS signal is restored and provide displayed on the clock may not is opened or within 10 minutes, the a heading again.
  • Page 105: Power Outlets

    Instruments and Controls To set the clock display: 2. Touch Set Time, then touch Warning 1. Touch SETTINGS on the Home to increase or decrease Page, then touch Time hours, minutes, and AM or PM. Power is always supplied to the and Date.
  • Page 106: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators

    Instruments and Controls When adding electrical equipment, Warning Lights, Some warning lights come on briefly be sure to follow the proper when the engine is started to Gauges, and installation instructions included with indicate they are working. When the equipment. See Add-On one of the warning lights comes on Indicators Electrical Equipment 0 256.
  • Page 107: Instrument Cluster

    Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster (Base Level) English Shown, Metric Similar...
  • Page 108 Instruments and Controls If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information.
  • Page 109: Instrument Cluster

    Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) English Shown, Metric Similar...
  • Page 110 Instruments and Controls If the vehicle has a diesel engine, browse for music, select from the Press to access the cluster see the Duramax diesel supplement favorites, or change the audio applications. Use to scroll for more information. source. through the list of available Cluster Menu applications.
  • Page 111: Speedometer

    Instruments and Controls Settings while viewing this page. If the Tachometer selected speed limit is exceeded, a Press to select the Settings app. The tachometer displays the engine pop-up warning is displayed with a speed in revolutions per to scroll through the chime.
  • Page 112: Engine Coolant Temperature

    Instruments and Controls Here are four things that some Engine Coolant owners ask about. None of these Temperature Gauge show a problem with the fuel gauge: At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated.
  • Page 113: Safety Belt Reminders

    Instruments and Controls Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder There is a passenger safety belt Light reminder light near the passenger There is a driver safety belt airbag status indicator. See reminder light on the instrument Passenger Sensing System 0 61.
  • Page 114: Airbag Readiness Light

    Instruments and Controls grocery bag, laptop, or other Warning electronic device. To turn off the reminder light and/or chime, remove If the airbag readiness light stays the object from the seat or buckle on after the vehicle is started or the safety belt.
  • Page 115: Charging System Light

    Instruments and Controls If the word ON or the on symbol is Charging System Light If a short distance must be driven lit on the passenger airbag status with the light on, be sure to turn off indicator, it means that the front all accessories, such as the radio outboard passenger frontal airbag is and air conditioner.
  • Page 116 Instruments and Controls Malfunctions are often indicated by previous guidelines and see your Caution (Continued) the system before any problem is dealer for service as soon as noticeable. Being aware of the light possible. costly repairs not covered by the and seeking service promptly when If the light is on steady : A vehicle warranty.
  • Page 117: Brake System Warning

    Instruments and Controls Emissions Inspection and The light does not come on If the warning light comes on, there when the ignition is in ON/RUN is a brake problem. Have the brake Maintenance Programs while the engine is off. system inspected right away. If the vehicle requires an Emissions Critical emission control systems Inspection/Maintenance test, the...
  • Page 118: Antilock Brake System (Abs)

    Instruments and Controls If the light is still on, have the If the light does not come on, have it Up-Shift Light (Manual vehicle towed for service. See fixed so it will be ready to warn if Transmission) Towing the Vehicle 0 329. there is a problem.
  • Page 119: Hill Descent Control Light

    Instruments and Controls Hill Descent Control Light This light is green if LDW is on and Traction Off Light ready to operate. This light changes to amber and flashes to indicate that the lane marking has been crossed without using a turn signal in that direction. See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 0 241.
  • Page 120: Traction Control System (Tcs)

    Instruments and Controls ® StabiliTrak OFF Light Traction Control System Tire Pressure Light ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light This light comes on briefly while For vehicles with the Tire Pressure starting the engine. If it does not, Monitor System (TPMS), this light This light comes on briefly when the have the vehicle serviced by your comes on briefly when the engine is...
  • Page 121: Engine Oil Pressure Light

    Instruments and Controls When the Light Flashes First and Low Fuel Warning Light Then Is On Steady (Base Level) If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light This light should come on briefly as will come on at every ignition cycle.
  • Page 122: Low Fuel Warning Light

    Instruments and Controls Low Fuel Warning Light serviced by your dealer. If the Front Fog Lamp Light system is working normally, the (Uplevel) indicator light turns off. If the light stays on and the engine does not start, there could be a problem with the theft-deterrent system.
  • Page 123: Cruise Control Light

    Instruments and Controls Cruise Control Light Information Displays : Use the band to scroll through the items in each menu. Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 3. MENU: Press to display the Trip/Fuel Menu, the Vehicle The DIC displays information about Information Menu, and the your vehicle.
  • Page 124 Instruments and Controls Trip 1 or Trip 2, Average Fuel and the amount of fuel remaining in Navigation : Used for the OnStar Economy : Displays the current the fuel tank. Fuel range cannot be Turn-by-Turn guidance. See OnStar distance traveled, in either reset.
  • Page 125 Instruments and Controls When the remaining oil life is low, Tire Pressure : Displays a vehicle Trailer Brake (If Equipped) : the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON with the approximate pressures of TRAILER GAIN shows the trailer message will appear on the display. all four tires.
  • Page 126: (Uplevel)

    Instruments and Controls Best Average Fuel Economy : The Driver Information Center : Press to move between bottom displays the best average the interactive display zones in the (DIC) (Uplevel) fuel economy (AFE) that is achieved cluster. for a selected distance. The top The DIC displays are shown in the (Set/Reset) : Press to open a displays a running average of fuel...
  • Page 127 Instruments and Controls L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the When the remaining oil life is low, 6. Press while an item is last time this menu item was reset. the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON highlighted to select or message will appear on the display. This number reflects only the deselect that item.
  • Page 128 Instruments and Controls Tire Pressure : Shows the Fuel Economy : The center Timer : This display can be used as approximate pressures of all four displays the approximate a timer. To start the timer, press tires. Tire pressure is displayed in instantaneous fuel economy as a while this display is active.
  • Page 129: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and Controls Engine Hours : Shows the total Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and number of hours the engine has run. Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC Transmission Fluid indicate the status of the vehicle or BATTERY LOW START Temperature : Shows the some action that may be needed to VEHICLE...
  • Page 130: Brake System Messages

    Instruments and Controls SERVICE BATTERY Brake System Messages SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST CHARGING SYSTEM This message may be displayed BRAKE FLUID LOW when there is a problem with the On some vehicles, this message This message is displayed when the brake boost assist system. When displays if there is a problem with brake fluid level is low;...
  • Page 131: Engine Cooling System

    Instruments and Controls HOOD OPEN ENGINE OVERHEATING, IDLE Engine Oil Messages ENGINE This message displays and a chime CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON may sound if the hood is not fully This message displays when the This message displays when the closed.
  • Page 132: 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 0 111.
  • Page 133: Object Detection System

    Instruments and Controls Object Detection System LANE DEPARTURE SYSTEM should see your dealer for service. The vehicle is safe to drive; UNAVAILABLE Messages however, you do not have the If your vehicle has the Lane benefit of StabiliTrak, so reduce FORWARD COLLISION Departure Warning (LDW) system, your speed and drive accordingly.
  • Page 134: Airbag System Messages

    Instruments and Controls Airbag System Messages If the driver or front outboard restart, so you may want to take the passenger unbuckles their safety vehicle to your dealer before turning SERVICE AIRBAG belt while driving, the safety belt off the engine. See Immobilizer reminder chime and light(s) will Operation 0 35.
  • Page 135: Tire Messages

    Instruments and Controls Tire Messages TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD Transmission Messages AIR TO TIRE SERVICE TIRE MONITOR 4WD OFF If equipped with the Tire Pressure SYSTEM If equipped with four-wheel drive, Monitor System (TPMS), this this message displays when the If equipped with the Tire Pressure message displays when the four-wheel-drive system is...
  • Page 136: Vehicle Speed Messages

    Instruments and Controls FOR 4WD LOW SHIFT TO TO EXIT 4WD LOW SLOW When towing, use Tow/Haul Mode to prevent damage to the engine or NEUTRAL TO XXX transmission. See Tow/Haul Mode If a four-wheel drive shift into If a four-wheel drive shift out of 0 222.
  • Page 137: Vehicle Personalization

    Instruments and Controls Vehicle Detailed information for each menu 3. Press BACK on the follows. Personalization faceplate or the screen button to return to the previous Time and Date Use the audio system controls to menu or exit. Manually set the time and date. See access the personalization menus Turn the vehicle to ON/RUN to Clock 0 103.
  • Page 138 Instruments and Controls Press LOCK or UNLOCK to lock or Audible Touch Feedback Remote Lock, Unlock, Start unlock the system. Press Back to go This allows Audible Touch Climate and Air Quality back to the previous menu. Feedback to be turned on or off. Select and the following may Radio Select Off or On.
  • Page 139 Instruments and Controls Chime Volume Power Door Locks Delayed Door Lock This allows the selection of the Select and the following may When on, this feature will delay the chime volume level. display: locking of the doors. To override the delay, press the power door lock Select + or to adjust the volume.
  • Page 140 Instruments and Controls Remote Door Unlock Pair New Device button. Type a new number, then select SAVE or press the SAVE This allows selection of which doors Select to pair a new device. See button. Pairing under Bluetooth will unlock when pressing on the (Overview) 0 169 or Bluetooth Text Message Alerts...
  • Page 141 Instruments and Controls Audio Feedback Speed Rear Camera Restore Radio Settings This feature adjusts the audio This allows selection to restore Select and the following may feedback speed. radio settings. display: Select Slow, Medium, or Fast. Select Restore or Cancel. Guidance Lines Display Software Information...
  • Page 142: Lighting

    Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting AUTO (Automatic) : Automatically turns on the headlamps at normal brightness, together with the Exterior Lamp Controls following: Exterior Lighting Parking Lamps Exterior Lamp Controls ..141 Exterior Lamps Off Instrument Panel Lights Reminder .
  • Page 143: Exterior Lamps Off

    Lighting When the headlamps are turned on Headlamp High/ To use it, pull the turn signal lever while the vehicle is on, the toward you, then release it. Low-Beam Changer headlamps turn off automatically If the headlamps are in the 10 minutes after the ignition is (Headlamp High/Low-Beam automatic position or on low beam,...
  • Page 144: Automatic Headlamp

    Lighting The light sensor determines it is is in the full bright position. See daytime. Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 145. When the DRL system is on, only the DRL are on. The taillamps, When it is bright enough outside, sidemarker lamps, instrument panel the headlamps will turn off or may lights, and other lamps will not...
  • Page 145: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Lighting Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or Signals do not come on, a signal bulb could be burned out. Replace any burned out bulbs. If a bulb is not burned out, check the fuse.
  • Page 146: Interior Lighting

    Lighting If equipped, the control is on the Interior Lighting Cargo Lamp center of the exterior lamp control, to the left of the steering column. Instrument Panel The ignition must be in the ON/RUN Illumination Control position for the fog lamps to come on.
  • Page 147: Dome Lamps

    Lighting Dome Lamps Reading Lamps Lighting Features Entry Lighting Some exterior lamps and the interior lamps turn on briefly at night, or in areas with limited lighting, when is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. When a door is opened, the interior lamps come on if the dome lamp control is in the DOOR position.
  • Page 148: Battery Load Management

    Lighting automatically turn off. The interior moving up or down. This is normal. Normally, these actions occur in lamps do not come on if the dome If there is a problem, an alert will be steps or levels, without being lamp control is in the Off position.
  • Page 149: Infotainment System

    Infotainment System Infotainment Voice Recognition Introduction Voice Recognition ... . 163 System Infotainment Phone Bluetooth (Overview) ..169 Base radio information is included in Bluetooth (Infotainment this manual.
  • Page 150: Theft-Deterrent Feature

    Infotainment System The infotainment system has built-in Set up phone numbers in Theft-Deterrent Feature features intended to help avoid advance so they can be called ® TheftLock is designed to distraction by disabling some easily by pressing a single discourage theft of the vehicle's functions when driving.
  • Page 151: Overview

    Infotainment System Overview (Favorite Pages) Press to scroll down Infotainment System Overview through the favorite pages The infotainment system is controlled by using the buttons on the faceplate. for each source. 2. Favorites/Soft Keys Press to select favorite stations. Press and hold to save favorite stations.
  • Page 152: Home Page

    Infotainment System 10. MEDIA AUDIO : Select the AUDIO screen BACK icon to display the active source Press to change the audio Press to return to the page. The sources available are source between USB, AUX, previous screen in a menu. ®...
  • Page 153 Infotainment System Pandora (If Equipped) 3. Re-enter the four-digit code. Radio Setup Select LOCK to lock the Press the RADIO button and the Select the PANDORA icon to begin system. following may display: Pandora. See Pandora Internet 4. Enter the four-digit code to Radio 0 156.
  • Page 154: Software Updates

    Website Information Equipped) : This option clears all the volume is adjusted to this level. private information from the vehicle. In the U.S., see www.chevrolet.com To set the maximum startup volume, Select Clear All Private Data. Select In Canada, see Turn the MENU knob to increase or Cancel or Confirm.
  • Page 155: Am-Fm Radio

    Infotainment System Radio Balance: Turn the MENU knob Station List : Select to display to highlight. Press the MENU a list of AM or FM stations. knob to select. Turn the MENU Press BACK to go to the AM-FM Radio knob left for more sound from previous menu.
  • Page 156: Satellite Radio

    Infotainment System press the MENU knob to select. Mixed-Audio Favorites 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.); or see www.xmradio.ca or call Press BACK to go to the Media (if equipped) and Broadcast 1-877-209-0079 (Canada). previous menu. favorites can be stored. When SiriusXM is active, the Also see the radio settings common To display the favorites page, channel name and number,...
  • Page 157: Multi-Band Antenna

    Infotainment System garages, or tunnels may cause loss the Pandora website or Smartphone of the SiriusXM signal for a period application, then use FM signals only reach about 16 to of time. personalize stations. To set up an 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although the account, or for more information, go radio has a built-in electronic circuit Cell Phone Usage...
  • Page 158 Infotainment System When Pandora is chosen, the If nothing happens when the : When selected during a track, a Pandora logo will populate on the available Pandora screen button is choice displays to bookmark the screen and the system will display selected, download the latest artist or track.
  • Page 159 Infotainment System arrow will not skip the currently Unable to Start Pandora Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down Error playing track, but the feedback If the device is unable to launch will be recorded. Pandora: If there is an error trying to rate a track with the , the message Advertisement on Pandora...
  • Page 160: Audio Players

    Infotainment System Volume and song selection may The device is not in the vehicle. Audio Players be controlled using the The Bluetooth signal is lost. Infotainment controls or on the USB Port No Skips Remaining For This phone/device. If Pandora is Station or Permitted During selected and nothing is heard, Playing from a USB...
  • Page 161 Infotainment System ® ® While the USB source is active, Playing from an iPod /iPad To connect and control a device: ® press the corresponding faceplate iPhone 1. Connect one end of the button for the icons on the screen to standard USB cable to the This feature supports the following operate USB function:...
  • Page 162 Infotainment System Menu 2. Turn the MENU knob to Albums: highlight and press to select a Press the MENU knob to display the 1. Turn the MENU knob to playlist name to view a list of device Menu and the following may highlight and press to view the all songs in the playlist.
  • Page 163: Auxiliary Jack

    Infotainment System 5. Turn the MENU knob to This jack is not an audio output. Do Tone Settings : Select to adjust highlight and press to select not plug headphones into the Bass, Midrange, Treble, Balance, the song from the list to begin auxiliary input jack.
  • Page 164: Voice Recognition

    Infotainment System nothing is heard, check the volume When selecting Bluetooth Audio, the Voice Recognition setting on both the phone/device radio may not be able to launch the If equipped, voice recognition allows and the infotainment system. audio player on the connected for hands-free operation within the device to start playing.
  • Page 165 Infotainment System can be completed in a single 2. The audio system mutes and If a command is not spoken, the command. If the task takes more the system plays a prompt voice recognition system says a than one command to complete, the help prompt.
  • Page 166 Infotainment System Canceling Voice Recognition Say Help or look at the screen understood by the system. An display for commands. example of a direct command would Select the Home screen button be Call 555-1212. Examples of Voice recognition system to terminate the voice these direct commands are prompts can be interrupted recognition session which was...
  • Page 167 Infotainment System same as a list on other screens. Help Switch to AM : Switch bands to Scrolling can be used to help AM and tune to the last AM radio Say Help on any voice recognition display other entries from the list. station.
  • Page 168 Infotainment System Voice Recognition for Audio Play Genre <genre name> : Play Episode <episode Begin playback of the media name> : Begin playback of the My Media selection identified in the command. media selection identified in the If browsing My Media when command.
  • Page 169 Infotainment System titles by voice at the highest level if Similar limits exist for album Voice Recognition for the the number of songs exceeds the content. If there are more than Phone maximum limit. 4,000 albums, but less than 8,000, Call <contact name>...
  • Page 170: Bluetooth (Overview)

    Infotainment System Voice Keypad : Begin a dialog to Phone duplicate or rarely used entries. enter special numbers like If possible, program speed dial international numbers. The numbers or other shortcuts. Bluetooth (Overview) can be entered in groups of digits Review the controls and with each group of digits being Instructions for using the cell phone...
  • Page 171: Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls - Base Radio)

    Infotainment System MENU : Turn to scroll through a list. How to Speak : Speak clearly in a Warning (Continued) Press to select the highlighted list calm and natural voice. option. long or too often could cause a Audio System (Home Page) : Press to go to the crash resulting in injury or death.
  • Page 172 Infotainment System Switching to Handset or the cell phone changes or the 2. Turn the MENU knob and cell phone is deleted from the press to select Manage Hands-Free Mode system. Phones. To switch between handset mode Only one paired cell phone can 3.
  • Page 173 Infotainment System Accept and Allow. The phone 4. Press the button below the Phone Menu book may not be available if DELETE screen button to Once a phone is connected and not accepted. delete the highlighted device. selected, the following may display: 7.
  • Page 174 Infotainment System contact your wireless provider to 2. Turn the MENU knob to 3. Turn the MENU knob to find out if this feature is supported highlight Contacts and press to highlight the contact or the by your phone. select. phone number.
  • Page 175: Controls - Base Connected

    Infotainment System Accepting a Call Ending a Call Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls - Base To accept a call, press the button To end a call, press the button just just below the ANSWER screen below the END screen button. Connected Radio) button.
  • Page 176 The pairing process is disabled complete. have been paired, Step 2 can when the vehicle is moving. 6. If Chevrolet MyLink does not be skipped. Pairing only needs to be appear, turn the phone off or 2. Turn the MENU knob and...
  • Page 177 Infotainment System accept and allow. The phone 4. Press the button below the Phone Menu book may not be available if DROP screen button to Once a phone is connected and not accepted. disconnect the highlighted selected, the following may display: device.
  • Page 178 Infotainment System contact your wireless provider to 2. Turn the MENU knob to 4. Press the MENU knob to call find out if this feature is supported highlight Contacts and press to the contact. by your phone. select. Making a Call Using the If the phone prompts to allow phone 3.
  • Page 179: Text Messaging

    Infotainment System Declining a Call Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Text Menu (DTMF) Tones To decline a call, do one of the Inbox : Select to display incoming following: messages. To view a message, The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can select the name of the sender. send numbers during a call.
  • Page 180: Trademarks And License Agreements

    Infotainment System Viewing Sender Information 3. Type a new message and Trademarks and select NEW MSG when done If equipped, select the name of the License Agreements to add the message. Press the sender to view sender information if BACK button on faceplate to this information matches contact FCC Information go back to the predefined...
  • Page 181 Infotainment System ® ® iPod shuffle , and iPod touch Explicit Language Notice: Channels General Requirements: trademarks of Apple Inc., registered with frequent explicit language are 1. A License Agreement from in the U.S. and other countries. indicated with an XL preceding the ®...
  • Page 182 Infotainment System Schedule I: Gracenote EULA are either registered trademarks or all of the benefits and protections trademarks of Gracenote in the set forth herein that are available to Gracenote. United States and/or other countries. You agree that you will use Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Gracenote Terms of Use Software, and Gracenote Servers...
  • Page 183 Infotainment System rights. Under no circumstances will error-free or that functioning of © 2013. Gracenote, Inc. All Rights Gracenote become liable for any Gracenote Software or Gracenote Reserved. payment to you for any information Servers will be uninterrupted. PANDORA that you provide. You agree that Gracenote is not obligated to PANDORA, the PANDORA logo, Gracenote may enforce its rights...
  • Page 184 Infotainment System Open Source SW Subject to the terms and conditions Product or the Software in of this License, QSSC hereby contravention of applicable export The open source code used in this grants you a limited, non-exclusive, control laws. device can be downloaded at the non-transferable license to use the webpage shown in the information EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT...
  • Page 185 Infotainment System ASSOCIATED WITH YOUR USE MALFUNCTION, OR ANY AND ALL END USER NOTICE OF THE SOFTWARE UNDER THIS OTHER COMMERCIAL DAMAGES The marks of companies displayed LICENSE. OR LOSSES), EVEN IF QSSC, ITS by this product to indicate business AFFILIATES OR THEIR EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT locations are the marks of their...
  • Page 186: Climate Controls

    Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled. Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems ..185 Automatic Climate Control System ..... . 187 Air Vents Air Vents .
  • Page 187 Climate Controls Air Delivery Mode Control : air into the vehicle and the air Rear Window Defogger conditioning compressor will run, Press , or to change (Rear Window Defogger, (If unless the outside temperature is the direction of the airflow. An Equipped)) : Press to turn the rear close to freezing.
  • Page 188: Automatic Climate Control System

    Climate Controls Automatic Climate Control System setting is manually adjusted, the auto indicator turns off and displays With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be will show the selected settings. controlled. To place the system in automatic mode: 1.
  • Page 189 Climate Controls Manual Operation Changing the mode cancels the windshield and the side window automatic operation and the system vents, with some air directed to the (On/Off) : Press to turn the goes into manual mode. Press outboard instrument panel outlets. climate control system on or off.
  • Page 190: Air Vents

    Climate Controls Auto Defog : The climate control The rear window defogger only Air Vents system may have a sensor to works when the ignition is in ON/ Adjustable air vents are in the automatically detect high humidity RUN. The defogger also turns off if center and on the side of the inside the vehicle.
  • Page 191: Passenger Compartment Air Filter

    Climate Controls Operation Tips Maintenance Using the climate control system without an air filter installed is not Clear away any ice, snow, recommended. Water or other or leaves from air inlets at the Passenger Compartment debris could enter the system and base of the windshield that could Air Filter result in leaks or noises.
  • Page 192: Driving And Operating

    Driving and Operating Driving and Shifting out of Park ... 216 Cruise Control Parking ..... . . 217 Cruise Control .
  • Page 193: Driving Information

    Driving and Operating Driving Information Become familiar with vehicle Refer to the infotainment section for features before driving, such as more information on using that programming favorite radio system and the navigation system, Distracted Driving stations and adjusting climate if equipped, including pairing and control and seat settings.
  • Page 194: Control Of A Vehicle

    Driving and Operating Average driver reaction time is Steering Warning about three-quarters of a second. In Electric Power Steering that time, a vehicle moving at Drinking and then driving is very 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m The vehicle has electric power dangerous.
  • Page 195: 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 196: 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 197 Driving and Operating Loading the Vehicle for For more information about loading Warning (Continued) the vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits Off-Road Driving 0 203 and Tires 0 295. of control. Driving across hills can Warning Environmental Concerns cause a rollover. You could be injured or killed.
  • Page 198 Driving and Operating Warning Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Driving to the top of a hill at high on the 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 199 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 200: Driving On Wet Roads

    Driving and Operating Traction is reduced on hard packed After Off-Road Driving Warning (Continued) snow and ice and it is easy to lose Remove any brush or debris that control. Reduce vehicle speed when has collected on the underbody or Traction could be lost, and the driving on hard packed snow chassis, or under the hood.
  • Page 201: 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 202: 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 203: 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 204: 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 205 Driving and Operating The Tire and Loading Steps for Determining Correct Warning (Continued) Load Limit Information label shows the number of occupant seating Locate the statement "The crash. Overloading can also positions (1), and the maximum combined weight of reduce stopping distance, vehicle capacity weight (2) in occupants and cargo should damage the tires, and shorten...
  • Page 206 Driving and Operating load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
  • Page 207 Driving and Operating of the driver, passengers, and The GVWR includes the weight cargo should never exceed the of the vehicle, all occupants, vehicle's capacity weight. fuel, and cargo. The Certification/Tire label may Certification/Tire Label also show the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
  • Page 208 Driving and Operating Using heavier suspension Warning Warning (Continued) components to get added durability might not change the Do not load the vehicle any When you carry weight ratings. Ask your dealer heavier than the Gross something inside the to help load the vehicle the Vehicle Weight Rating vehicle, secure it right way.
  • Page 209 Driving and Operating When using this upper load Add-On Equipment Maximum platform, be sure the load is When carrying removable items, * Equipment Weight securely tied down to prevent it a limit on how many people Ladder Rack 340 kg (750 lb) from shifting.
  • Page 210: Truck-Camper Loading

    Driving and Operating Loading Points equipment. See www.gmupfitter.com Starting and for additional pickup box load Operating bearing structural information. Truck-Camper Loading New Vehicle Break-In Information Caution The vehicle was neither designed nor intended to carry a The vehicle does not need an slide-in type camper.
  • Page 211: Ignition Positions

    Driving and Operating Ignition Positions This position locks the ignition and Caution (Continued) steering wheel. It also locks the transmission on automatic premature wear and earlier transmission vehicles. The key can replacement. Follow this be removed in LOCK/OFF. breaking-in guideline every The steering can bind with the time you get new brake wheels turned off center.
  • Page 212: Starting The Engine

    Driving and Operating firmly apply the brakes and when the engine is running. The Caution steer the vehicle to a safe transmission is also unlocked in this location. position on automatic transmission Using a tool to force the key to vehicles.
  • Page 213 Driving and Operating Manual Transmission Caution Caution (Continued) The shift lever should be in Neutral and the parking brake engaged. If you add electrical parts or ended, can overheat and damage Hold the clutch pedal down to the accessories, you could change the cranking motor, and drain the floor and start the engine.
  • Page 214: Retained Accessory

    Driving and Operating transmission gently until the oil The APOs in the console or center warms up and lubricates all seat position are powered by RAP. moving parts. They will continue to work for up to 10 minutes after the key is turned Retained Accessory from ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF, or until the driver door is opened.
  • Page 215 Driving and Operating To Use the Engine Coolant Warning (Continued) Heater by a ground fault detection 1. Turn off the engine. function. An ungrounded 2. Open the hood and unwrap the outlet could cause an electrical cord. The cord is electric shock.
  • Page 216: Shifting Into Park

    Driving and Operating Shifting Into Park 2. Hold the button on the shift Warning (Continued) lever and push the lever toward the front of the vehicle into Warning vehicle. Possible heater P (Park). cord and thermostat It can be dangerous to get out of 3.
  • Page 217: Shifting Out Of Park

    Driving and Operating Torque Lock Shifting out of Park Warning (Continued) If you are parking on a hill and you This vehicle is equipped with an do not shift the transmission into If you have four-wheel drive and electronic shift lock release system. P (Park) properly, the weight of the the transfer case is in N (Neutral), The shift lock release is...
  • Page 218: Parking

    Driving and Operating 3. While holding the shift lever If you are parking on a hill, or if the Engine Exhaust button, move the shift lever to vehicle is pulling a trailer, see the desired position. Driving Characteristics and Towing Warning Tips 0 247.
  • Page 219: Parked

    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 220 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 0 215. damaging the transmission, see If If you have four-wheel drive, the the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 202.
  • Page 221 Driving and Operating off-road. Shift the transmission to a The transmission uses adaptive Caution lower gear range selection if the shift controls. The adaptive shift transmission shifts too often. See control process continually Shifting out of P (Park) or Manual Mode 0 221. compares key shift parameters to N (Neutral) with the engine pre-programmed ideal shifts stored...
  • Page 222: Manual Mode

    Driving and Operating Manual Mode When the shift lever is moved from Caution D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode), a Range Selection Mode number displays next to the M, Spinning the tires or holding the indicating the current transmission vehicle in one place on a hill range.
  • Page 223: Tow/Haul Mode

    Driving and Operating Gear before shifting from D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode) Range after shifting from D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode) Grade Braking is not available when Low Traction Mode Range Selection Mode is active. Low Traction Mode assists in See Tow/Haul Mode 0 222.
  • Page 224: Manual Transmission

    Driving and Operating Manual Transmission shift into 2 (Second). Then, slowly Caution let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. Do not rest your foot on the clutch 3 (Third), 4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth) and pedal while driving or while 6 (Sixth) : Shift into 3 (Third), stopped.
  • Page 225: Four-Wheel Drive

    Driving and Operating Shift Indicator Drive Systems Caution Four-Wheel Drive Shifting to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is moving forward could If equipped, four-wheel drive damage the transmission. The engages the front axle for extra repairs would not be covered by traction.
  • Page 226 Driving and Operating Cause tires to wear faster. when the ignition is in ON/RUN, but Shifting into 4 will turn Traction none stay on, the knob may have ® Control and StabiliTrak off. See Cause additional driveline noise. been turned while the vehicle was Traction Control/Electronic Stability off.
  • Page 227 Driving and Operating The settings are: when off-roading. The vehicle can 2. Turn the knob to 4 . Wait for be shifted from 2 to 4 while the N (Neutral) : Use only when the the 4 indicator light to stop vehicle is moving.
  • Page 228 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 229 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 230 Driving and Operating Shifting Into 2 2. Turn the knob to 4 , AUTO, Caution or 2 . Wait for the 4 , AUTO, Turn the knob to 2 at any speed, Shifting the transmission into gear or 2 indicator light to stop except when shifting from 4 .
  • Page 231: System (Abs)

    Driving and Operating 2. Set the parking brake and 8. Turn the engine off, and the Brakes press and hold the brake ignition to ACC/ACCESSORY. pedal. See Parking Brake 9. Place the transmission shift Antilock Brake 0 231. lever in P (Park). See System (ABS) 3.
  • Page 232: Parking Brake

    Driving and Operating avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS Set the parking brake by holding the computer senses the wheels are regular brake pedal down, then Do not pump the brakes. Just hold slowing down. If one of the wheels pushing down the parking brake the brake pedal down firmly and let is about to stop rolling, the computer...
  • Page 233: Brake Assist

    Driving and Operating system warning light will flash and a Minor brake pedal pulsation or During the transition period between chime will sound warning you that pedal movement during this time is when the driver releases the brake the parking brake is still on. normal and the driver should pedal and starts to accelerate to continue to apply the brake pedal as...
  • Page 234: Ride Control Systems

    Driving and Operating Ride Control Systems vehicle wheel brakes to assist the instrument cluster. Both traction driver in keeping the vehicle on the control and StabiliTrak are intended path. automatically disabled in this Traction Control/ condition. If cruise control is being used and Electronic Stability traction control or StabiliTrak begins Control...
  • Page 235: Hill Descent Control (Hdc)

    Driving and Operating maintaining control. The vehicle is Traction Off light and StabiliTrak Caution safe to drive, but driving should be Off light in the instrument cluster adjusted accordingly. Do not repeatedly brake or turn off. comes on and stays on: accelerate heavily when TCS is StabiliTrak will automatically turn on off.
  • Page 236: Cruise Control

    Driving and Operating HDC will remain enabled between Cruise Control 30 and 60 km/h (19 and 37 mph), With cruise control a speed of about however vehicle speed cannot be 40 km/h (25 mph) or more can be set or maintained in this range. maintained without keeping your It will automatically disable if the foot on the accelerator.
  • Page 237 Driving and Operating If equipped with a manual (Cancel) : Press to disengage transmission, the cruise control will cruise control without erasing the remain active when the gears are set speed from memory. shifted. The cruise is deactivated if Setting Cruise Control the clutch is pressed for several seconds.
  • Page 238 Driving and Operating Resuming a Set Speed The speedometer reading can be Passing Another Vehicle While displayed in either English or metric Using Cruise Control If the cruise control is set at a units. See Driver Information Center desired speed and then the brakes Use the accelerator pedal to (DIC) (Base Level) 0 122 or Driver increase the vehicle speed.
  • Page 239: Driver Assistance Systems

    Driving and Operating Ending Cruise Control Driver Assistance shifts the vehicle into R (Reverse), the video image automatically There are four ways to end cruise Systems appears on the infotainment screen. control: The infotainment screen goes to the Step lightly on the brake pedal. Rear Vision previous screen after approximately four seconds once the vehicle is...
  • Page 240 Driving and Operating 4. Select Guidance Lines, then When the System Does Not select Off or On. Seem to Work Properly Rear Vision Camera Error The RVC system may not work Messages properly or display a clear image if: SERVICE REAR VISION CAMERA It is dark.
  • Page 241 Driving and Operating Disconnecting the Rear Vision alert on the windshield, and rapidly Detecting the Vehicle Ahead beeps. FCA also lights an amber Camera (RVC) visual alert if following another The RVC must be disconnected if vehicle much too closely. the tailgate needs to be removed.
  • Page 242: Lane Departure Warning (Ldw)

    Driving and Operating more rapidly which can cause a alerts will vary based on vehicle Warning (Continued) brief, mild deceleration. Continue to speed. The faster the vehicle speed, apply the brake pedal as needed. the farther away the alert will occur. or ice, or if the windshield is Cruise control may be disengaged Consider traffic and weather...
  • Page 243 Driving and Operating the vehicle is crossing a lane Warning (Continued) marking without using a turn signal in that direction. LDW uses a If LDW only detects lane camera sensor to detect the lane markings on one side of the road, markings at speeds of 56 km/h it will only warn you when (35 mph) or greater.
  • Page 244: Fuel

    Driving and Operating If the LDW system is not functioning Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline properly when lane markings are meeting ASTM specification D4814 For diesel engine vehicles, see clearly visible, cleaning the with a posted octane rating of 87 or Fuel for Diesel Engines in the windshield may help.
  • Page 245: California Fuel

    Driving and Operating other fuels containing more than California Fuel Fuels in Foreign 15% ethanol must be used only in Requirements Countries FlexFuel vehicles. If the vehicle is certified to meet If planning to drive in countries California Emissions Standards, it is outside the U.S.
  • Page 246: Filling The Tank

    Driving and Operating Filling the Tank Warning If the vehicle has a diesel engine, Fuel can spray out on you if you see Filling the Tank in the open the fuel cap too quickly. Duramax diesel supplement. If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be Warning badly burned.
  • Page 247: Filling A Portable Fuel

    Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel Warning Warning Container Overfilling the fuel tank by more If a fire starts while you are than three clicks of a standard fill refueling, do not remove the Warning nozzle may cause: nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by Never fill a portable fuel container Vehicle performance issues,...
  • Page 248: Trailer Towing General Towing

    Driving and Operating Trailer Towing Driving Characteristics Warning (Continued) and Towing Tips General Towing Driving with a Trailer Bring the fill nozzle in Information contact with the inside of When towing a trailer: the fill opening before Only use towing equipment that has Become familiar with the state been designed for the vehicle.
  • Page 249 Driving and Operating Towing a trailer requires a certain Passing Warning amount of experience. The More passing distance is needed combination you are driving is when towing a trailer. The When towing a trailer, exhaust longer and not as responsive as the combination will not accelerate as gases may collect at the rear of vehicle itself.
  • Page 250 Driving and Operating Making Turns Driving on Grades When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, consider the Reduce speed and shift to a lower following: Engine coolant will boil at Caution gear before starting down a long or a lower temperature than at normal steep downgrade.
  • Page 251: Trailer Towing

    Driving and Operating Parking on Hills 5. Release the brake pedal. Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight. Leaving After Parking on a Hill Warning Trailer Towing 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal. Parking the vehicle on a hill with Do not tow a trailer during break-in.
  • Page 252 Driving and Operating See Vehicle Load Limits 0 203 for Weight of the Trailer Caution more information about the vehicle's How heavy can a trailer safely be? maximum load capacity. Pulling a trailer improperly can It depends on how the rig is used. To identify the trailering capacity of damage the vehicle and result in Speed, altitude, road grades,...
  • Page 253 Driving and Operating Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. SAE J2807 Compliant Engine Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR (a) 2.5L L4 4.10 1 587 kg (3,500 lb) 3 856 kg (8,500 lb) 3.6L V6 3.42...
  • Page 254: Towing Equipment

    Driving and Operating Total Weight on the Vehicle's Towing Equipment Weight-Distributing Hitch Tires Adjustment Hitches Be sure the vehicle's tires are A weight distributing hitch may be The correct hitch equipment helps inflated to the inflation pressures useful with some trailers. maintain combination control.
  • Page 255 Driving and Operating the trailer to help prevent the tongue available through your dealer. The Trailer Brake Control Wiring from contacting the road if it seven-wire harness contains the Harness becomes separated from the hitch. following trailer circuits: Instructions about safety chains Yellow: Left stop/turn signal may be provided by the hitch Green: Right stop/turn signal...
  • Page 256 Driving and Operating To remove the left side kick panel, Tow/Haul is a feature that assists Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul start at the front of the panel pulling when pulling a heavy trailer or a when lightly loaded or with no trailer toward the rear of the vehicle and lift large or heavy load.
  • Page 257: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)

    Driving and Operating Trailer Sway Conversions and Warning Control (TSC) Add-Ons Even if the vehicle is equipped Vehicles with StabiliTrak have a with TSC, trailer sway could result Add-On Electrical TSC feature. Trailer sway is in loss of control and the vehicle unintended side-to-side motion of a Equipment could crash.
  • Page 258 Driving and Operating Caution Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the warranty. Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment. Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the vehicle is not operating.
  • Page 259: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle Care Vehicle Care Brake Fluid ....278 Electrical System Battery - North America ..279 Electrical System Overload . . . 287 Four-Wheel Drive .
  • Page 260: General Information

    Vehicle Care Wheel Alignment and Tire General Information harm. Engine exhaust, many parts Balance ..... 313 and systems, many fluids, and For service and parts needs, visit Wheel Replacement .
  • Page 261: Vehicle Checks

    Vehicle Care airbags, braking, stability, ride and Vehicle Checks This vehicle has an airbag system. handling, emissions systems, Before attempting to do your own aerodynamics, durability, and service work, see Servicing the Doing Your Own electronic systems like antilock Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 65. Service Work brakes, traction control, and stability Keep a record with all parts receipts...
  • Page 262: Hood

    Vehicle Care Hood To close the hood: 1. Before closing the hood, be To open the hood: sure all the filler caps are properly installed. 2. Lower the hood to 20 cm (8 in) above the vehicle and release it so it fully latches. Check to make sure the hood is firmly closed by lifting up on the front edge of the hood.
  • Page 263: Overview

    Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 2.5L L4 Engine...
  • Page 264 Vehicle Care 1. Coolant Surge Tank and 5. Engine Oil Dipstick. See 8. Windshield Washer Fluid Pressure Cap. See Engine Engine Oil 0 265. Reservoir. See Washer Fluid Coolant 0 272. 0 276. 6. Engine Compartment Fuse 2. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 269. Block 0 288.
  • Page 265 Vehicle Care 3.6L V6 Engine...
  • Page 266: Engine Oil

    Vehicle Care 1. Coolant Surge Tank and Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil Pressure Cap. See Engine It is a good idea to check the engine For diesel engine vehicles, see Coolant 0 272. oil level at each fuel fill. In order to Engine Oil in the Duramax diesel 2.
  • Page 267 Vehicle Care When to Add Engine Oil Selecting the Right Engine Oil Caution Selecting the right engine oil depends on both the proper oil Do not add too much oil. Oil specification and viscosity grade. levels above or below the See Recommended Fluids and acceptable operating range Lubricants 0 354.
  • Page 268: Engine Oil Life System

    Vehicle Care Engine Oil Additives/Engine trash or pouring it on the ground, Caution (Continued) into sewers, or into streams or Oil Flushes bodies of water. Recycle it by taking vehicle warranty. Check with your Do not add anything to the oil. The it to a place that collects used oil.
  • Page 269: Automatic Transmission

    Vehicle Care the oil life system might indicate that engine oil life to 100% after every oil REMAINING is near 0%, the engine an oil change is not necessary for change. It will not reset itself. To oil life system has not been reset. up to a year.
  • Page 270: Manual Transmission Fluid

    Vehicle Care Change the fluid and filter at the A fluid loss in this system could Do not remove the cap to check the intervals listed in Maintenance indicate a problem. Have the fluid level or to top-off the fluid level. Schedule 0 346, and be sure to use system inspected and repaired.
  • Page 271 Vehicle Care cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake To inspect or replace the engine air the engine air cleaner/filter (away cleaner/filter: from the vehicle), to release loose 1. Remove the screws (1) on top dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air of the engine air cleaner/filter cleaner/filter for damage, and housing.
  • Page 272: Cooling System

    Vehicle Care 4. Lift the filter cover housing Caution away from the engine air cleaner/filter housing. If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt 5. Pull out the filter. can easily get into the engine, which could damage it. Always 6. Inspect or replace the engine have the air cleaner/filter in place air cleaner/filter.
  • Page 273: Engine Coolant

    Vehicle Care Engine Coolant Warning The cooling system in the vehicle is Heater and radiator hoses, and ® filled with DEX-COOL engine other engine parts, can be very coolant mixture. See Recommended hot. Do not touch them. If you do, Fluids and Lubricants 0 354 and you can be burned.
  • Page 274 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant Warning (Continued) Caution The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant could catch fire and you or others If improper coolant mixture, level. could be burned. Use a inhibitors, or additives are used in 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable the vehicle cooling system, the Check to see if coolant is visible in...
  • Page 275 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. The coolant surge tank pressure cap can be removed when the cooling system, including the surge Caution tank pressure cap and upper This vehicle has a specific radiator hose, is no longer hot.
  • Page 276: Engine Overheating

    Vehicle Care 5. Replace the cap tightly. If the decision is made not to lift the Warning (Continued) hood when this warning appears, get service help right away. See Caution Wait until there is no sign of Roadside Assistance Program steam or coolant before you open 0 366.
  • Page 277: Engine Fan

    Vehicle Care If the overheat warning is displayed If there is no sign of steam, idle the Washer Fluid with no sign of steam: engine for three minutes while What to Use parked. If the warning is still 1. Turn the air conditioning off. displayed, turn off the engine until it When windshield washer fluid needs 2.
  • Page 278: Brakes

    Vehicle Care Caution Caution (Continued) Caution Do not use washer fluid that freezing occurs, which could Continuing to drive with worn-out contains any type of water damage the tank if it is brake pads could result in costly repellent coating. This can completely full.
  • Page 279: Brake Fluid

    Vehicle Care Replacing Brake System Parts Normal brake lining wear. When Warning (Continued) new linings are installed, the Always replace brake system parts fluid level goes back up. with new, approved replacement Add brake fluid only when work is A fluid leak in the brake parts.
  • Page 280: Battery - North America

    Vehicle Care When the brake fluid falls to a low Caution Warning (Continued) level, the brake warning light comes on. See Brake System Warning If brake fluid is spilled on the compounds, chemicals known to Light 0 116. vehicle's painted surfaces, the the State of California to cause Brake fluid absorbs water over time.
  • Page 281: Four-Wheel Drive

    Vehicle Care Extended Storage: Remove the 2. Fill Plug heard. A fluid loss could indicate a black, negative ( ) cable from the problem. Have it inspected and To get an accurate reading, the battery or use a battery trickle repaired.
  • Page 282: Rear Axle

    Vehicle Care to raise the level to the bottom of normal because fluid has traveled To get an accurate reading, the the fill plug (2) hole. Use care not to out along the axle tubes and has vehicle should be on a level overtighten the plug.
  • Page 283: Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function

    Vehicle Care 2. Apply both the parking brake Automatic Transmission Ignition Transmission and the regular brake. Shift Lock Control Lock Check Do not use the accelerator Function Check While parked, and with the parking pedal, and be ready to turn off brake set, try to turn the ignition to the engine immediately if it LOCK/OFF in each shift lever...
  • Page 284: Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check

    Vehicle Care Park Brake and P (Park) To check the P (Park) Caution (Continued) mechanism's holding ability: Mechanism Check With the engine running, shift to the vehicle warranty. Do not allow P (Park). Then release the the wiper arm to touch the Warning parking brake followed by the windshield.
  • Page 285: Headlamp Aiming

    Vehicle Care 2. Press the button (2) in the Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement middle of the wiper arm Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement connector, and pull the wiper should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs blade away from the arm 0 287.
  • Page 286: Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, And Parking

    Vehicle Care Headlamps, Front Turn Headlamp Taillamps, Turn Signal, Signal, Sidemarker, and Stoplamps, and Back-Up 1. Open the hood. Parking Lamps Lamps 2. Remove the headlamp bulb cover by turning it 1. Open the tailgate. counterclockwise. 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly and pull it straight out.
  • Page 287: Center High-Mounted

    Vehicle Care Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp Pull the rear lamp assembly 9. Verify the retainer ring is in the straight back to remove it from proper position. If the retainer the vehicle. ring is out of position, it will not engage.
  • Page 288: Replacement Bulbs

    Vehicle Care To replace one of these bulbs: Electrical System Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Electrical System Cargo Lamp 921 (W16W) Overload Center 921LL High-Mounted The vehicle has fuses to protect Stoplamp against an electrical system (CHMSL) overload. Fuses also protect power devices in the vehicle.
  • Page 289: Fuses

    Vehicle Care Windshield Wipers If a fuse goes out, replace the fuse Caution as soon as you can. If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the windshield Spilling liquid on any electrical Engine Compartment wipers will stop until the motor cools component on the vehicle may Fuse Block and will then restart.
  • Page 290 Vehicle Care...
  • Page 291 Vehicle Care The vehicle may not be equipped Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and (2 pin) (2 pin) features shown. Not Used Left High-Beam Mini Fuses Usage Headlamp (2 pin) Front Axle Actuator Not Used Traction Control Not Used...
  • Page 292 Vehicle Care Mini Fuses Usage J-Case Usage J-Case Usage (2 pin) Fuses (Low Fuses (Low Profile) Profile) Not Used Wipers Cooling Fan Canister Vent Not Used Solenoid Starter Not Used Front Blower Brake Vacuum Pump Trailer Antilock Brake Reverse Lamp System Valves Not Used Left Trailer Stop/...
  • Page 293: Instrument Panel Fuse

    Vehicle Care The instrument panel fuse block is Micro Usage Mini Relays Usage behind the passenger side cowl side Relays Rear Window trim panel. Remove the plastic nut Air Conditioning Defogger at the front of the cover, then pull Compressor Clutch the cover away from the trim panel to access the fuse block.
  • Page 294 Vehicle Care The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Micro Usage Fuse (2 Pin) Body Control Module 1 Steering Wheel Controls Body Control Module 2 Mirror Window Module Instrument Cluster Not Used Body Control Module 8 Not Used...
  • Page 295 Vehicle Care Micro Usage Micro Usage Micro Usage Fuse Fuse J-Case (2 Pin) (2 Pin) Fuse Body Control Discrete Logic Ignition Not Used Module 4 Sensor Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Amplifier (if equipped) Not Used Micro Usage Not Used Fuse...
  • Page 296: Wheels And Tires

    Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires J-Case Usage Warning (Continued) Fuse Tires Underinflated tires pose Not Used the same danger as Every new GM vehicle has Auxiliary Power Outlet overloaded tires. The high-quality tires made by a Auxiliary Power Outlet resulting crash could leading tire manufacturer.
  • Page 297: All-Season Tires

    Vehicle Care and weather conditions. Original for details regarding winter tire Warning (Continued) equipment tires designed to GM's availability and proper tire selection. specific tire performance criteria Also, see Buying New Tires 0 310. Replace any tires that have a TPC specification code With winter tires, there may be have been damaged by molded onto the sidewall.
  • Page 298: All-Terrain Tires

    Vehicle Care All-Terrain Tires GM's TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety This vehicle may have all-terrain guidelines. tires. These tires provide good performance on most road surfaces, (3) DOT (Department of weather conditions, and for off-road Transportation) driving. See Off-Road Driving 0 195. Department of Transportation (DOT) code indicates that the The tread pattern on these tires may...
  • Page 299 Vehicle Care The TIN shows the (8) Temporary Use Only Only (2) Temporary Use Only manufacturer and plant code, use a temporary spare tire until compact spare tire or temporary tire size, and date the tire was the road tire is repaired and use tire should not be driven at manufactured.
  • Page 300: Tire Designations

    Vehicle Care (4) Maximum Cold Inflation GM's TPC specifications meet or (2) Tire Width The three-digit Load Limit Maximum load that exceed all federal safety number indicates the tire section can be carried and the guidelines. width in millimeters from maximum pressure needed to sidewall to sidewall.
  • Page 301: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    Vehicle Care tire. The load index represents Belt A rubber coated layer of maximum capacity of fuel, oil, the load carrying capacity a tire cords between the plies and the and coolant, but without is certified to carry. The speed tread.
  • Page 302 Vehicle Care Intended Outboard Sidewall Maximum Loaded Vehicle Passenger (P-Metric) Tire The side of an asymmetrical tire Weight The sum of curb tire used on passenger cars and that must always face outward weight, accessory weight, some light duty trucks and when mounted on a vehicle.
  • Page 303: Tire Pressure

    Vehicle Care Traction The friction between Vehicle Capacity Weight Caution the tire and the road surface. number of designated seating The amount of grip provided. positions multiplied by Neither tire underinflation nor 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated overinflation is good. Tread The portion of a tire that cargo load.
  • Page 304: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading How to Check Return the valve caps on the Information label on the vehicle valve stems to prevent leaks Use a good quality pocket-type indicates the original equipment and keep out dirt and moisture. gauge to check tire pressure.
  • Page 305: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Vehicle Care (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire combined with the low tire pressure Tire Pressure Monitor pressure telltale when one or more telltale. When the system detects a Operation of your tires is significantly malfunction, the telltale will flash for under-inflated.
  • Page 306 Vehicle Care shown on the Tire and Loading A Tire and Loading Information label TPMS Malfunction Light and Information label. See Vehicle Load shows the size of the original Message Limits 0 203. equipment tires and the correct The TPMS will not function properly inflation pressure for the tires when A message to check the pressure in if one or more of the TPMS sensors...
  • Page 307 Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or ignition cycle. The sensors are process was not done or not being near facilities using radio matched to the tire/wheel positions, completed successfully after wave frequencies similar to the using a TPMS relearn tool, in the rotating the tires.
  • Page 308: Tire Inspection

    Vehicle Care 3. If the vehicle has an uplevel If the vehicle has a base level 9. Proceed to the passenger side DIC, make sure the Tire DIC, press the SET/CLR button rear tire, and repeat the Pressure info page option is to begin the sensor matching procedure in Step 7.
  • Page 309: Tire Rotation

    Vehicle Care Replace the tire if: Tires are rotated to achieve a Use this rotation pattern when uniform wear for all tires. The rotating the tires. The indicators at three or first rotation is the most more places around the tire Do not include the spare tire in important.
  • Page 310: When It Is Time For New

    Vehicle Care equipped, be replaced after six Warning (Continued) years, regardless of tread wear. The tire manufacture date is the last four off and cause an accident. When digits of the DOT Tire Identification changing a wheel, remove any Number (TIN) which is molded into rust or dirt from places where the one side of the tire sidewall.
  • Page 311: Buying New Tires

    Vehicle Care Buying New Tires and snow. See Tire Sidewall Warning Labeling 0 297 for additional GM has developed and matched information. Tires could explode during specific tires for the vehicle. The improper service. Attempting GM recommends replacing worn original equipment tires installed to mount or dismount a tire tires in complete sets of four.
  • Page 312: Different Size Tires And Wheels

    Vehicle Care tires maximum speed capability Different Size Tires and Warning (Continued) when using winter tires with a Wheels lower speed rating. and wheel assembly with a If wheels or tires are installed that similar overall diameter as the If the vehicle tires must be are a different size than the original road tires and wheels, so it is replaced with a tire that does not...
  • Page 313: Uniform Tire Quality

    Vehicle Care nominal rim diameters of Treadwear Warning (Continued) 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), The treadwear grade is a or to some limited-production developed for the vehicle, and comparative rating based on the tires. have them properly installed by a wear rate of the tire when tested GM certified technician.
  • Page 314: Wheel Alignment And Tire

    Vehicle Care specified government test passenger car tires must meet the left or right, depending on the crown of the road and/or other road surfaces of asphalt and under the Federal Motor Safety surface variations such as troughs concrete. A tire marked C may Standard No.
  • Page 315: Tire Chains

    Vehicle Care Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel Used Replacement Wheels Warning (Continued) nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensors with new Warning parts. The area damaged by the GM original equipment parts. tire chains could cause you to Replacing a wheel with a used lose control of the vehicle and Warning one is dangerous.
  • Page 316: If A Tire Goes Flat

    Vehicle Care leak out slowly. But if there ever is a Caution Warning (Continued) blowout, here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If the vehicle has a tire size other blowout and a serious crash. If a front tire fails, the flat tire than 255/65R17 AT, 265/60R18, Never attempt to re-inflate a tire...
  • Page 317: Tire Changing

    Vehicle Care If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire 2. Flat Tire Warning (Continued) and wheel damage by driving slowly The following information explains to a level place, well off the road, how to use the jack and change 4.
  • Page 318 Vehicle Care 2. Remove the straps to remove Extended Cab the tool bag. 3. Fold the rear seat to access the jack. 3. Turn the knob on the jack (1) counterclockwise to lower the jack head to release the jack 1.
  • Page 319 Vehicle Care Insert the ignition key, turn, and Do not use the chiseled end of pull straight out to remove the the wheel wrench. spare tire lock (8), if equipped. Be sure the hoist end of the extension (10) connects to the hoist shaft.
  • Page 320 Vehicle Care Tilt the retainer and pull it 5. Wheel Wrench through the center of the wheel 1. Do a safety check before along with the cable and proceeding. See If a Tire Goes spring. Flat 0 315. 7. Put the spare tire near the flat tire.
  • Page 321 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 322 Vehicle Care 11. Tighten each wheel nut by hand. Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the nuts until the wheel is held against the hub. 12. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle. Lower the jack completely. Warning If wheel studs are damaged, they 7.
  • Page 323 Vehicle Care 13. Tighten the nuts firmly in a Warning (Continued) Caution crisscross sequence, as shown, by turning the wheel running wheels, piloting pad Improperly tightened wheel nuts wrench clockwise. damage may occur and require can lead to brake pulsation and When reinstalling the regular wheel replacement of the entire hub, for rotor damage.
  • Page 324 Vehicle Care 2. Pull the cable and spring Caution through the center of the wheel. Tilt the wheel retainer Storing an aluminum wheel with a plate down and through the flat tire under your vehicle for an center of the wheel. extended period of time or with Make sure the retainer is fully the valve stem pointing up can...
  • Page 325 Vehicle Care and then try to turn the tire. If the tire moves, use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable. 8. Reinstall the spare tire lock, if the vehicle has one. To store the jack and tools, reverse the steps for removing them. 4.
  • Page 326: Compact Spare Tire

    Vehicle Care Be sure to fully tighten the wing recommended that the vehicle Do not mix the compact spare tire or nut (4) so the tool bag cover can be speed be limited to 80 km/h wheel with other wheels or tires. properly and securely closed.
  • Page 327: Full-Size Spare Tire

    Vehicle Care Full-Size Spare Tire After installing the spare tire on the Caution vehicle, stop as soon as possible If this vehicle came with a full-size and check that the spare tire is If the vehicle has four-wheel drive spare tire, it was fully inflated when correctly inflated.
  • Page 328: Jump Starting

    Vehicle Care Jump Starting Warning Jump Starting - North Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: America They contain acid that can For more information about the burn you. vehicle battery, see Battery - North America 0 279. They contain gas that can explode or ignite.
  • Page 329 Vehicle Care The jump start positive terminal (3) Caution Warning and negative terminal (4) are on the battery of the vehicle providing the If any accessories are left on or Using a match near a battery can jump start. plugged in during the jump cause battery gas to explode.
  • Page 330: Towing The Vehicle

    Vehicle Care 6. Connect the other end of the Towing the Vehicle Caution red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the good If the jumper cables are Caution battery. connected or removed in the 7. Connect one end of the black Incorrectly towing a disabled wrong order, electrical shorting negative ( ) cable to the...
  • Page 331: Recreational Vehicle

    Vehicle Care Recreational Vehicle Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) Towing warranty. If using a shield, only components could be damaged. Recreational vehicle towing means use one that attaches to the The repairs would not be covered towing the vehicle behind another towing vehicle.
  • Page 332 Vehicle Care (Drive). There should be no 9. Shift the transmission to Warning movement of the vehicle while P (Park). shifting. Shifting a four-wheel-drive Caution 5. Shift the transmission into D vehicle's transfer case into (Drive). Turn the engine off. N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle If the steering column is locked, Then shift the transmission into...
  • Page 333 Vehicle Care 5. Shift the transfer case out of Dolly Towing Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not N (Neutral) to Two-Wheel Drive be towed with the rear wheels on Front Towing (Front Wheels Off High. See Shifting out of the ground. Two-wheel-drive the Ground) Two-Wheel-Drive N (Neutral) under...
  • Page 334 Vehicle Care To dolly tow a four-wheel-drive 5. Use a clamping device Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off vehicle from the front: designed for towing to ensure the Ground) that the front wheels are locked 1. Attach the dolly to the tow Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles into the straight position.
  • Page 335: Appearance Care

    Vehicle Care 5. Use a clamping device To dolly tow a four-wheel-drive Appearance Care designed for towing to ensure vehicle from the rear: that the front wheels are locked 1. Drive the rear wheels onto the Exterior Care into the straight position. dolly.
  • Page 336 Vehicle Care If using an automatic car wash, remain on painted surfaces. Wash Caution (Continued) follow with the car wash the vehicle as soon as possible. instructions. The windshield wiper If necessary, use non-abrasive your dealer. Follow all and rear window wiper, if equipped, cleaners that are marked safe for manufacturer directions regarding must be off.
  • Page 337 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 338 Vehicle Care Do not use any of the following on Replace the wiper blades if they are Caution lamp covers: worn or damaged. Damage can be caused by extreme dusty Abrasive or caustic agents. Using wax on low gloss black conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, finish stripes can increase the Washer fluids and other cleaning...
  • Page 339 Vehicle Care vacuum pipes, electric vacuum Caution (Continued) Caution pump including bracket and vent hose, if equipped. or tires. When applying a tire To avoid surface damage, do not Steering, Suspension, and dressing, always wipe off any use strong soaps, chemicals, overspray from all painted abrasive polishes, cleaners, Chassis Components...
  • Page 340: Interior Care

    Vehicle Care Underbody Maintenance Finish Damage hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect repellent from all interior surfaces or At least twice a year, spring and fall, Quickly repair minor chips and permanent damage may result. use plain water to flush any scratches with touch-up materials Use cleaners specifically designed corrosive materials from the...
  • Page 341 Vehicle Care Do not use laundry detergents or Fabric/Carpet/Suede Caution dishwashing soaps with Start by vacuuming the surface degreasers. For liquid cleaners, using a soft brush attachment. If a To prevent scratching, never use use approximately 20 drops per rotating vacuum brush attachment is abrasive cleaners on automotive 3.8 L (1 gal) of water.
  • Page 342 Vehicle Care cloth to a clean area frequently dirt that can scratch the surface. Caution to prevent forcing the soil in to Then gently clean by rubbing with a the fabric. microfiber cloth. Never use window Soaking or saturating leather, cleaners or solvents.
  • Page 343: Floor Mats

    Vehicle Care Floor Mats purchased. Non-GM floor mats Caution may not fit properly and may interfere with the pedals. Always Warning Use of air fresheners may cause check that the floor mats do not permanent damage to plastics interfere with the pedals. If a floor mat is the wrong size or and painted surfaces.
  • Page 344 Vehicle Care Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats Pull up on the rear of the 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 345: 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 346 Service and Maintenance The Tire Rotation and Required Are driven on reasonable road Warning Services are the responsibility of the surfaces within legal driving vehicle owner. It is recommended to limits. Performing maintenance work can have your dealer perform these Use the recommended fuel.
  • Page 347: Maintenance Schedule

    Service and Maintenance Maintenance Engine Oil Change Passenger Compartment Air Filter Schedule When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message displays, have the The passenger compartment air engine oil and filter changed within Owner Checks and Services filter removes dust, pollen, and the next 1 000 km/600 mi.
  • Page 348 Service and Maintenance Tire Rotation and Required Inspect tire wear. See Tire Check automatic transmission Inspection 0 307. shift lock control function. See Services Every 12 000 km/ Automatic Transmission Shift 7,500 mi Visually check for fluid leaks. Lock Control Function Check Rotate the tires, if recommended for Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
  • Page 349 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) Replace engine air cleaner filter. (2) Inspect evaporative control system.
  • Page 350 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (2) Or every four years, whichever (5) Or every five years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. If driving in dusty comes first. See Cooling System Services - Normal conditions, inspect the filter at each 0 271.
  • Page 351 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) Replace engine air cleaner filter. (2) Inspect evaporative control system.
  • Page 352: Maintenance And Care

    Service and Maintenance (2) 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. Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important (3) Check all fuel and vapor lines Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly...
  • Page 353 Service and Maintenance The following list is intended to Brakes Hoses explain the services and conditions Brakes stop the vehicle and are Hoses transport fluids and should to look for that may indicate crucial to safe driving. be regularly inspected to ensure services are required.
  • Page 354 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 355: 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, 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 356 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Front and Rear Axle SAE 75W-90 Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 88863089, in Canada 88863090).
  • Page 357: 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. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 94775933 A3195C Oil Filter 2.5L L4 12640445 PF64 3.6L V6 19303249 PF2130...
  • Page 358: 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...
  • Page 359: 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) ....358 parts.
  • Page 360: Technical Data

    Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 354. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.
  • Page 361 Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 2.5L L4 0.95 1.10mm (0.037 0.043 in) 3.6L V6 0.95 1.10mm (0.037 0.043 in)
  • Page 362: Engine Drive Belt Routing

    Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing V6 Engines If the vehicle has a diesel engine, L4 Engines see the Duramax diesel supplement.
  • Page 363: Customer Information

    Procedure ....362 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... . . 373...
  • Page 364 Customer Information STEP TWO : If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, may reject it and proceed with any member of dealership management, remember that your concern will other venue for relief available it appears your concern cannot be likely be resolved at a dealer's to you.
  • Page 365: Customer Assistance

    However, if a customer over courts in most jurisdictions 1-800-263-3777 (English) wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, because it is informal, quick, and 1-800-263-7854 (French) the letter should be addressed to: free of charge.
  • Page 366: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users

    (Canada) chevroletowner.ca and who use Text Telephones print dealer-recorded service (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY records and self-recorded service Visit the Chevrolet Owner Centre: equipment available at its Customer records. Chat live with online help Assistance Center. Any TTY user in (Preferred Dealer representatives.
  • Page 367: Program

    Calling for Assistance reimbursement of eligible General Motors North America and When calling Roadside Assistance, aftermarket adaptive equipment Chevrolet reserve the right to make have the following information required for the vehicle, such as any changes or discontinue the ready:...
  • Page 368 Services Not Included in 150 km from where your trip was Road or Highway: Tow to the Roadside Assistance started to qualify. General nearest Chevrolet dealer for Motors of Canada Limited Impound towing caused by warranty service, or if the vehicle requires pre-authorization, violation of any laws.
  • Page 369: Scheduling Service

    Customer Information parts and labor for repairs not Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options covered by the warranty are the Program Warranty service can generally be owner responsibility. completed while you wait. However, To enhance your ownership if you are unable to do so, your Scheduling Service experience, we and our participating dealer may offer the following...
  • Page 370: Collision Damage Repair

    Customer Information Courtesy Rental Vehicle General Motors reserves the right to are preserved. The use of Genuine unilaterally modify, change, GM parts can help maintain the GM For an overnight warranty repair, the or discontinue Courtesy New Vehicle Limited Warranty. dealer may provide an available Transportation at any time and to courtesy rental vehicle or provide for...
  • Page 371 Customer Information Limited Warranty, and any vehicle specify aftermarket collision parts. Give only the necessary information failure related to such parts is not When purchasing insurance, we to police and other parties involved covered by that warranty. recommend that you ensure that the in the crash.
  • Page 372: Information

    Customer Information If the airbag has inflated, see What repaired with Genuine GM parts, Service Bulletins Will You See after an Airbag even if your insurance coverage Service Bulletins give additional Inflates? 0 60. does not pay the full cost. technical service information If another party's insurance needed to knowledgeably service...
  • Page 373: Reporting Safety Defects

    Customer Information Current and Past Models Radio Frequency Reporting Safety Statement Technical Service Bulletins and Defects Manuals are available for current This vehicle has systems that and past model GM vehicles. Reporting Safety Defects operate on a radio frequency that ORDER TOLL FREE: complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the to the United States...
  • Page 374: Government

    Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: crash, and, if equipped, to provide antilock braking to help the driver Chevrolet Motor Division Reporting Safety Defects control the vehicle. These modules Chevrolet Customer Assistance may store data to help the dealer...
  • Page 375: Event Data Recorders

    Customer Information Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a GM will not access these data or better understanding of the share it with others except: with the This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, event data recorder (EDR).
  • Page 376: Infotainment System

    Customer Information OnStar Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statement on the OnStar website. See OnStar Additional Information 0 380. Infotainment System If the vehicle is equipped with a navigation system as part of the infotainment system, use of the system may result in the storage of destinations, addresses, telephone numbers, and other trip information.
  • Page 377: 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 ... . . 376 next to the OnStar buttons.
  • Page 378: 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 OnStar Emergency Services require With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Advisor to: a specific OnStar subscription plan. OnStar Advisors can use GPS to Verify account information or With Automatic Crash Response, in...
  • Page 379: 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 380 OnStar (no Internet connection, 3G, Locate the vehicle on a map 2. Say Call. System responds: 4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality (U.S. market only). Call. Please say the name or (poor, good, excellent). number to call. Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot 3.
  • Page 381: Diagnostics

    OnStar End a Call OnStar Additional Reactivation for Subsequent Owners Information Press . System responds: Call ended. Press and follow the prompts to In-Vehicle Audio Messages speak to an Advisor as soon as Verify Minutes and Expiration possible. The Advisor will update Audio messages may play important vehicle records and explain OnStar Press...
  • Page 382 OnStar See Radio Frequency Statement OnStar Personal Identification Press to speak with an 0 372. Number (PIN) Advisor. Services for People with A PIN is needed to access some OnStar services cannot work unless OnStar services. The PIN will need Disabilities the vehicle is in a place where to be changed the first time when...
  • Page 383 OnStar vehicle has not been started for Cellular and GPS Antennas Add-on Electrical Equipment five days, OnStar can contact Cellular reception is required for The OnStar system is integrated Roadside Assistance or a locksmith OnStar to send remote signals to into the electrical architecture of the to help gain access to the vehicle.
  • Page 384 OnStar statement or separately disclosed at may unlawfully intercept or access above copyright notice and this the time of installation. These transmissions and private permission notice appear in all updates or changes may also cause communications without consent. copies. a system to automatically THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED OnStar - Software communicate with GM servers to...
  • Page 385 OnStar unzip: This software is provided as is, self-extracting archive; that is without warranty of any kind, permitted without inclusion of This is version 2005-Feb-10 of the express or implied. In no event shall this license, as long as the Info-ZIP copyright and license.
  • Page 386 OnStar the Zip-Bugs or Info-ZIP e-mail addresses or of the Info-ZIP URL(s). 4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use the names Info-ZIP, Zip, UnZip, UnZipSFX, WiZ, Pocket UnZip, Pocket Zip, and MacZip for its own source and binary releases.
  • Page 387: Index

    Index Index Airbag System (cont'd) When Should an Airbag Accessories and Inflate? ......58 Modifications ....259 Where Are the Airbags? .
  • Page 388 Index Audio Brake Bluetooth ..... 162 System Warning Light ..116 Calibration ..... . 103 Theft-Deterrent Feature .
  • Page 389 Index Check Connections ® Ignition Transmission Lock . . . 282 OnStar ..... . 378 Damage Repair, Collision ..369 Malfunction Indicator Control .
  • Page 390 Index Driving (cont'd) Engine (cont'd) If the Vehicle is Stuck ..202 Coolant ..... . . 272 Loss of Control .
  • Page 391 Index Front Seats Gauges (cont'd) Headlamps (cont'd) Adjustment ..... 44 Tachometer ....110 Lamps On Reminder .
  • Page 392 Index Infotainment ....148 Lamps (cont'd) Lights (cont'd) Engine Oil Pressure ..120 Infotainment System .
  • Page 393 Index Lower Anchors and Tethers Messages (cont'd) Monitor System, Tire Engine Power ....131 for Children (LATCH Pressure ..... . 303 System) .
  • Page 394 Index ® OnStar Emergency ... . 377 Personalization Radios (cont'd) ® OnStar Navigation ... . . 377 Vehicle ..... . . 136 Satellite .
  • Page 395 Index Replacing LATCH System Safety Belts (cont'd) Security (cont'd) Parts after a Crash ... . . 88 Lap-Shoulder Belt ....51 Vehicle .
  • Page 396 Index Spare Tire System Tires (cont'd) Pressure Monitor Operation . . 304 Compact ..... . 325 Forward Collision Special Application Services ..351 Alert (FCA) .
  • Page 397 Index Traction Control/Electronic Updates Stability Control ....233 Software ..... . 153 Warning Trademarks and License USB Port .

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