Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ..... . 2 In Brief ......5 Keys, Doors, and Windows .
Page 3: Introduction
Attention: Customer Service specific information on this engine. to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, the 47911 Halyard Drive If the vehicle has the bi-fuel engine, GMC Truck Emblem, and SIERRA...
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 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer : Heated Steering Wheel : LATCH System Child Restraints : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : Oil Pressure : Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors : Power : Remote Vehicle Start : Safety Belt Reminders : Tire Pressure Monitor : Tow/Haul Mode ®...
Page 6: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Vehicle Features Performance and Maintenance Infotainment System ... 23 Traction Control/Electronic Radio(s) ..... . . 23 Stability Control .
Page 7: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel Uplevel Shown, Base Similar...
Page 8 In Brief 1. Instrument Panel Illumination Tow/Haul Selector Button (If Traction Control/Electronic Control 0 180. Equipped). See Tow/Haul Stability Control 0 303. Mode 0 292. 2. Integrated Trailer Brake Control Pedal Adjust Switch (If (ITBC) System (If Equipped). Range Selection Mode (If Equipped).
Page 9: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Auxiliary Button (If Equipped). 24. Data Link Connector (DLC) Initial Drive See Add-On Electrical (Out of View). See Malfunction Information Equipment 0 349. Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 141. 18. Climate Control Systems (with This section provides a brief Heater Only) 0 246 or Climate 25.
Page 10: Remote Vehicle Start
In Brief Remote Vehicle Start Door Locks If equipped, the engine can be There are several ways to lock and started from outside of the vehicle. unlock the vehicle. From outside, use the Remote Starting the Vehicle Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or 1.
Page 11: Windows
In Brief or when Retained Accessory Power Power Sliding Rear Window : Press to unlock the doors. (RAP) is active. See Retained See Door Locks 0 38 and Power Accessory Power (RAP) 0 281. Door Locks 0 39. Press the switch to lower the window.
Page 12: Seat Adjustment
In Brief Seat Adjustment Power Seats Lumbar Adjustment Manual Lumbar Manual Seats To adjust a power seat, if equipped: Move the seat forward or If equipped, move the lever up or To adjust a manual seat: rearward by sliding the control down repeatedly to increase or 1.
Page 13 In Brief Power Lumbar See Lumbar Adjustment 0 58. To return the seatback to the upright position: Reclining Seatbacks 1. Lift the lever fully without Manual Reclining Seatbacks applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position. 2.
Page 14: Memory Features
In Brief Tilt the top of the control forward Automatic Memory Recall and/or Press to heat the driver or to raise. Easy Exit Recall features may be passenger seatback only. enabled in the Personalization See Reclining Seatbacks 0 59. Press to heat the driver or Menus.
Page 15: Safety Belts
In Brief Safety Belts Passenger Sensing System The passenger sensing system, if equipped, turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other United States airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. If the vehicle has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the...
Page 16 In Brief Exterior Mirrors If equipped with power folding mirrors: Power Mirrors 1. Press (2) to fold the mirrors out to the driving position. 2. Press (2) again to fold the mirrors in to the folded position. See Folding Mirrors 0 47. The mirrors may also include a memory function that works with the memory seats.
Page 17: Steering Wheel Adjustment
In Brief Automatic Dimming Rearview 2. Move the steering wheel up 2. Pull the lever (2) toward you to Mirror or down. move the steering wheel up or down, then release the lever to The automatic dimming mirror will 3. Release the lever to lock the lock the wheel in place.
Page 18: Interior Lighting
In Brief Lift the switch up to move the To change the dome lamp settings, pedals closer to your body. Press press the following: the switch down to move the OFF : Turns the lamps off, even pedals away. when a door is open. See Adjustable Throttle and Brake DOOR : The lamps come on Pedal 0 277.
Page 19: Windshield Wiper/Washer
In Brief Windshield Wiper/Washer See Windshield Wiper/ : Turns off the automatic Washer 0 124. headlamps. Turn the headlamp control to the off position again to Climate Controls turn the automatic headlamps back on. These systems control the heating, For vehicles first sold in Canada, off cooling, and ventilation.
Page 20 In Brief Climate Control System (with Heater Only) 1. Fan Control 4. Defrost 2. Air Recirculation 5. TEMP (Temperature Control) 3. Air Delivery Mode Control...
Page 21 In Brief Climate Control System (with Air Conditioning) 1. Fan Control (Outside Heated Mirror, If Equipped) 2. A/C (Air Conditioning) 3. Air Delivery Mode Control (Outside Air, If Equipped) 4. Defrost 7. Air Recirculation 5. TEMP (Temperature Control) (Rear Window Defogger, If Equipped)
Page 22: Transmission
In Brief Dual Automatic Climate Control System Transmission Range Selection Mode The Range Selection Mode switch, if equipped, is on the automatic transmission shift lever. To enable: 1. Driver Temperature Control 9. Power Button 1. Move the shift lever to the 2.
Page 23: Four-Wheel Drive
In Brief While using Range Selection Mode, Manual Transfer Case Electronic Transfer Case cruise control and the Tow/Haul Mode can be used. Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode is active. See Tow/Haul Mode 0 292. Four-Wheel Drive If the vehicle has Four-Wheel Drive, the engine's driving power can be sent to all four wheels for extra...
Page 24: Vehicle Features
In Brief Automatic Transfer Case Vehicle Features AUTO mode only the rear wheels will hold the vehicle from sliding when parked. If parking on a steep Infotainment System grade, use 4 to keep all four The base radio and base radio with wheels engaged.
Page 25: Satellite Radio
In Brief MENU : Press to select a menu. Setting the Clock See Satellite Radio (Base Radio) 0 196 or Satellite Radio (Base : Press to seek the previous See Clock 0 125. Radio with Touchscreen) 0 197. station or track. Satellite Radio : Press to seek the next station Portable Audio Devices...
Page 26: Steering Wheel Controls
In Brief The Bluetooth-enabled cell phone If equipped, some audio controls must be paired with the in-vehicle can be adjusted at the steering Bluetooth system before it can be wheel. used in the vehicle. Not all phones ® : For vehicles with OnStar or a will support all functions.
Page 27: Driver Information
In Brief Driver Information See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) : Press to move up or System 0 312. down in a list. Center (DIC) : Press to move between Lane Departure The DIC display is in the instrument the interactive display zones in the cluster.
Page 28: Rear Vision Camera (Rvc)
In Brief alert as the lane marking is crossed. and avoiding objects while in One on the rear of the center The system will not assist or alert if R (Reverse). It operates at speeds console. it detects that you are actively less than 8 km/h (5 mph).
Page 29: Sunroof
In Brief If equipped with the Universal If equipped, the sunroof only When the sunroof is opened, an air Remote system, these buttons will operates when the ignition is in deflector will automatically raise. be in the front overhead console. ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, The air deflector will retract when or when Retained Accessory Power...
Page 30: Eassist Overview
In Brief eAssist Features Performance and in the instrument cluster and the appropriate DIC message Maintenance displays. See Ride Control ® eAssist Overview System Messages 0 157. Traction Control/ For an eAssist vehicle, see the Press and release again to Silverado/Sierra eAssist Electronic Stability turn on both systems.
Page 31: Engine Oil Life System
In Brief the tires to the recommended Resetting the Oil Life System 3. Display OIL LIFE REMAINING pressure shown on the Tire and on the DIC. If the display To reset the engine oil life system: Loading Information label. See shows 100%, the system is 1.
Page 32: Roadside Assistance
TTY Users (U.S. Only): conditions require. 1-888-889-2438 Keep vehicle tires properly Canada: 1-800-268-6800 inflated. New GMC owners are automatically Combine several trips into a enrolled in the Roadside Assistance single trip. Program. Replace the vehicle's tires with See Roadside Assistance the same TPC Spec number Program 0 476.
Page 33: Keys, Doors, And Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Trailer-Tow Mirrors ... . . 46 Keys and Locks Power Mirrors ....46 Windows Folding Mirrors .
Page 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows moving the key out of the RUN Warning (Continued) position. Do not add any additional items to the ring attached to the impacted, and airbags may not ignition key. Attach additional items deploy. To reduce the risk of only to the second ring, and limit unintentional rotation of the added items to a few essential keys...
Page 35 Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming with a If there are no currently recognized Recognized Key keys available, follow this procedure to program the first key. To program a new key: This procedure will take 1. Insert the original, already approximately 30 minutes to programmed key in the ignition complete for the first key.
Page 36: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
Keys, Doors, and Windows The key has a bar-coded key tag Check the location. Other that the dealer or qualified locksmith vehicles or objects may be can use to make new keys. Store blocking the signal. this information in a safe place, not Check the transmitter's battery.
Page 37 Keys, Doors, and Windows If equipped with auto mirror folding, Programming Transmitters to Pressing arms the alarm system. the Vehicle pressing and holding See Vehicle Alarm System 0 42. one second will unfold the mirrors. Only RKE transmitters programmed If equipped with auto mirror folding, The auto mirror folding feature will to this vehicle will work.
Page 38: Remote Vehicle Start
Keys, Doors, and Windows To replace the battery: Remote Vehicle Start If equipped with the remote start feature, the climate control system will come on when the vehicle is started remotely, depending on the outside temperature. The rear defog and heated and ventilated seats, if equipped, may also come on.
Page 39: Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows The engine will turn off during a The engine will continue to run Turn on the hazard warning remote vehicle start if: for 10 minutes. After flashers. 30 seconds, repeat The coolant temperature gets Turn the ignition on and then off. Steps 1 and 2 for a 10-minute too high.
Page 40: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows See Vehicle Alarm System 0 42. Pressing the power lock switch Warning (Continued) twice overrides the delayed locking Power Door Locks feature and immediately locks all Young children who get into doors. unlocked vehicles may be This feature will not operate if the unable to get out.
Page 41: Lockout Protection
Keys, Doors, and Windows Lockout Protection Doors When locking is requested with the Tailgate driver door open and the key in the ignition, all the doors will lock and then the driver door will unlock. Warning This can be manually overridden by It is extremely dangerous to ride pressing and holding on the...
Page 42: Power Assist Steps
Keys, Doors, and Windows After closing the tailgate, pull it back 1. Raise the tailgate and support Keep hands, children, pets, objects, to be sure it latches securely. it firmly. Pull out and hold the and clothing clear of the power cable retaining clip (1).
Page 43: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2. Kick the switch to extend the The vehicle must be in P (Park) or Vehicle Security power assist step to the tire. N (Neutral). To extend the steps: This vehicle has theft-deterrent A DIC message displays. Press to extend both steps.
Page 44 Keys, Doors, and Windows Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. If the driver door is opened without To avoid setting off the alarm by A door, the liftgate or the hood first unlocking with the RKE accident: is open. transmitter, the horn will chirp and Lock the vehicle after all the lights will flash to indicate Slow Flash : Alarm system is...
Page 45: Immobilizer
Keys, Doors, and Windows The inclination sensor can set off Inclination and Intrusion Immobilizer the alarm if it senses movement of Sensors Disable Switch See Radio Frequency the vehicle, such as a change in Statement 0 482. vehicle orientation. The intrusion sensor monitors the Immobilizer Operation vehicle interior, and can activate the alarm if it senses unauthorized entry...
Page 46: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows The security light, in the instrument It is possible for the immobilizer Exterior Mirrors cluster, comes on if there is a system to learn new or replacement problem with arming or disarming keys. Up to eight keys can be Convex Mirrors the theft-deterrent system.
Page 47: Trailer-Tow Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Trailer-Tow Mirrors If equipped, the mirror housing may 2. Press one of the four arrows on have auxiliary cargo and clearance the control pad to move the lamps. See Cargo Lamp 0 181 and mirror in the desired direction. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 174.
Page 48: Folding Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows or (2) is illuminated, to move Folding Mirrors Resetting the Power Folding the mirror in the desired Mirrors direction. Reset the power folding mirrors if: 3. Adjust each outside mirror so The mirrors are accidentally that a little of the vehicle and obstructed while folding.
Page 49: Heated Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Auto Mirror Folding See Rear Window Defogger under Driving with the Blind Spot Dual Automatic Climate Control Mirror If equipped, with the ignition off, System 0 250. press and hold on the RKE transmitter for approximately Automatic Dimming one second to automatically fold the Mirror...
Page 50: Reverse Tilt Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 1. When the approaching vehicle zone. Then, glance over your Interior Mirrors is a long distance away, the shoulder to double check image in the main mirror is before moving slowly into the Interior Rearview Mirrors small and near the inboard adjacent lane.
Page 51: Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
Keys, Doors, and Windows Automatic Dimming Windows pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front Rearview Mirror windows are up. To reduce the Warning If equipped, automatic dimming sound, open either a front window or the sunroof, if equipped. reduces the glare of headlamps Never leave a child, a helpless from behind.
Page 52 Keys, Doors, and Windows Press the switch down to lower the window will need to be window, and pull up the front of the reprogrammed for the express-up switch to raise the window. feature to work. To reprogram the power windows: Express-Down Windows 1.
Page 53: Rear Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Express Window Anti-Pinch Window Lockout Rear Windows Override Power Sliding Rear Window Warning If express override is activated, the window will not reverse automatically. You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged. Before you use express override, make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path.
Page 54: Sun Visors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Sun Visors Roof the sunroof reaches the desired position. Press and hold the front of the SLIDE switch to close it Sunroof Express-Open/Express-Close : To express-open the sunroof, fully press and release the rear of the SLIDE switch.
Page 55 Keys, Doors, and Windows conditions, it is possible to override the reversal system. To override the reversal system, close in manual mode. To stop the movement, release the switch. Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise.
Page 56: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety Belt Extender ... 70 Where to Put the Restraint ..92 Safety System Check ..71 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Restraints Safety Belt Care .
Page 57: Head Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that Adjust the head restraint so that the The height of the head restraint can occupants will suffer a neck/ top of the restraint is at the same...
Page 58: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats Front Seats 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the The rear seat has adjustable handle. Seat Adjustment headrests in the outboard seating 3. Try to move the seat back and positions. forth to be sure it is locked in Warning The height of the headrest can be...
Page 59: Power Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Power Seat Adjustment To adjust the lumbar support, see Power Lumbar Lumbar Adjustment 0 58. Some vehicles are equipped with a feature that activates a vibrating pulse alert in the driver seat to help the driver avoid crashes. See Driver Assistance Systems 0 309.
Page 60: Reclining Seatbacks
Seats and Restraints Reclining Seatbacks Warning Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you.
Page 61: Memory Seats
Seats and Restraints To return the seatback to the upright Memory Seats 2. Adjust the driver seat, outside position: mirrors, and adjustable pedals (if equipped) to the desired 1. Lift the lever fully without driving positions. applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will 3.
Page 62: Heated And Ventilated Front
Seats and Restraints Automatically Recalling Memory Easy Exit Recall two seconds. Try recalling again Positions (Auto Recall) by pressing the appropriate If programmed on in the vehicle memory button. If programmed on in the vehicle personalization menu, the easy exit personalization menu, the Auto feature automatically recalls the For exit recall position, press...
Page 63 Seats and Restraints or ventilated seats are canceled Press to heat the driver or Warning (Continued) when the ignition is turned on. Press passenger seatback only. the heated or ventilated seat button heat, such as a blanket, cushion, Press to heat the driver or to use the heated or ventilated seats cover, or similar item.
Page 64: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats 2. Pull up on the seat cushion to make sure it is locked in place. Rear Seats (Double Cab Make sure the safety belts are not twisted or caught in the Full Bench) seat cushion. Folding the Rear Seat Warning Caution...
Page 65: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints To return the seat to the normal Safety Belts Caution seating position, slowly pull the seat This section of the manual cushion down. Folding a rear seat with the safety describes how to use safety belts Make sure the safety belts are not belts still fastened may cause properly.
Page 66 Seats and Restraints Why Safety Belts Work Questions and Answers About Warning (Continued) Safety Belts passengers to ride in any area of Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle the vehicle that is not equipped after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt? with seats and safety belts.
Page 67: How To Wear Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints How to Wear Safety Belts Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest. Properly These parts of the body are best This section is only for people of able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks if adult size.
Page 68 Seats and Restraints vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt The lap-shoulder belt may lock except for the center front if you pull the belt across you passenger position (if equipped), very quickly. If this happens, let which has a lap belt. See Lap the belt go back slightly to Belt 0 70.
Page 69 Seats and Restraints 3. Push the latch plate into the To unlatch the belt, push the button buckle until it clicks. on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the Always stow the safety belt slowly.
Page 70: Safety Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints could reduce the effectiveness of Safety Belt Pretensioners Rear Safety Belt Comfort the safety belt in a crash. See How Guides This vehicle has safety belt to Wear Safety Belts Properly 0 66. pretensioners for front outboard Rear safety belt comfort guides may occupants.
Page 71: Lap Belt
Seats and Restraints Lap Belt This section is only for the lap belt. To learn how to wear a lap-shoulder belt, see Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 66. The vehicle may have a center seating position with a lap safety belt. The lap safety belt does not have a retractor.
Page 72: Safety System Check
Seats and Restraints will wear, so the extender will be Make sure the safety belt reminder Replacing Safety Belt long enough for you. To help avoid light is working. See Safety Belt System Parts after a personal injury, do not let someone Reminders 0 137.
Page 73: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints New parts and repairs may be Airbag System For frontal airbags, the word necessary even if the safety belt AIRBAG is on the center of the The vehicle has the following system was not being used at the steering wheel for the driver and on airbags: time of the crash.
Page 74 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Warning belts, not replace them. Also, sit unnecessarily close to any Children who are up against, airbags are not designed to inflate airbag, as you would be if sitting or very close to, any airbag when in every crash.
Page 75: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel. Driver Side Crew Cab Shown, Passenger Side Double and Regular Cabs Similar The driver frontal airbag is in the Driver Side Shown, Passenger center of the steering wheel.
Page 76: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints system's deployment threshold. whether the object is fixed or Warning (Continued) Deployment thresholds are used to moving, rigid or deformable, narrow or wide. predict how severe a crash is likely or even death. The path of an to be in time for the airbags to Frontal airbags are not intended to inflating airbag must be kept...
Page 77 Seats and Restraints If the GVWR is at or below 4 536 kg sensing system predicts that the are designed to inflate in moderate (10,000 lb), the vehicle has vehicle is about to roll over on its to severe side crashes depending seat-mounted side impact airbags.
Page 78: What Makes An Airbag
Seats and Restraints What Makes an Airbag Rollover capable roof-rail airbags even realize an airbag inflated. are designed to help contain the Roof-rail airbags may still be at least Inflate? head and chest of occupants in the partially inflated for some time after In a deployment event, the sensing outboard seating positions in the they inflate.
Page 79: Airbag On-Off Switch
Seats and Restraints airbag system will not be there Warning (Continued) Warning to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include it is safe to do so. If you have A crash severe enough to inflate airbag modules and possibly breathing problems but cannot the airbags may have also other parts.
Page 80 Seats and Restraints turn on or off the front outboard My vehicle has a rear seat too Medical Condition. A passenger passenger frontal airbag. See small to accommodate a has a medical condition which, Instrument Panel 0 6. rear-facing infant seat; or according to his or her physician: The infant has a medical Causes the passenger airbag to...
Page 81: Passenger Sensing System
Seats and Restraints you know that the front outboard Warning (Continued) passenger frontal airbag is off. See Airbag On-Off Light 0 138. The front passenger frontal airbag unless outboard passenger airbag will the person sitting there is in a risk remain off until you turn it back on group.
Page 82 Seats and Restraints have a passenger sensing system. The passenger sensing system Warning See Airbag On-Off Switch 0 78 for turns off the front outboard more information. passenger frontal airbag under A child in a rear-facing child certain conditions. No other airbag The passenger airbag status restraint can be seriously injured is affected by the passenger...
Page 83 Seats and Restraints A front outboard passenger For some children, including Warning (Continued) takes his/her weight off of the children in child restraints, and for seat for a period of time. very small adults, the passenger the front outboard passenger sensing system may or may not turn There is a critical problem with seat, always move the seat as far...
Page 84 Seats and Restraints If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Make sure the safety belt The passenger sensing system may retractor is locked by pulling or may not turn off the airbag for a Child Restraint child in a child restraint depending the shoulder belt all the way The passenger sensing system is out of the retractor when...
Page 85 Seats and Restraints If this happens, use the following and then buckle the belt again sensing system maintain the steps to allow the system to detect without pulling the belt out all passenger airbag status. See that person and enable the front the way.
Page 86: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
Seats and Restraints modules, ceiling headliner or pillar Warning Warning garnish trim, overhead console, front sensors, side impact sensors, Stowing of articles under the For up to 10 seconds after the or airbag wiring. passenger seat or between the vehicle is turned off and the Your dealer and the service manual passenger seat cushion and battery is disconnected, an airbag...
Page 87: Airbag System Check
Seats and Restraints turning off the passenger airbag(s). reason, call Customer Assistance. Replacing Airbag System See Passenger Sensing See Customer Assistance Parts after a Crash System 0 80. Offices 0 474. If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail Warning Airbag System Check airbags, see Different Size Tires and Wheels 0 419 for additional The airbag system does not need...
Page 88: Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that Can proper safety belt fit be come with the booster seat state the maintained for the length of the weight and height limitations for that trip? If yes, continue. If no, Older Children booster.
Page 89: Infants And Young Children
Seats and Restraints According to accident statistics, Warning (Continued) children are safer when properly restrained in a rear seating position. That could cause serious or fatal In a crash, children who are not injuries. The shoulder belt should buckled up can strike other people go over the shoulder and across who are buckled up, or can be the chest.
Page 90 Seats and Restraints restraints. In fact, the law in every Every time infants and young state in the United States and in children ride in vehicles, they should every Canadian province says have the protection provided by children up to some age must be appropriate child restraints.
Page 91 Seats and Restraints restraint will have a label saying Warning (Continued) that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. the hip bones, as it should. The restraint manufacturer Instead, it may settle up around instructions that come with the the child's abdomen. In a crash, restraint state the weight and the belt would apply force on a height limitations for a particular...
Page 92: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats A forward-facing child seat provides A booster seat is a child restraint Rear-Facing Infant Seat restraint for the child's body with the designed to improve the fit of the A rear-facing infant seat provides harness.
Page 93: Where To Put The Restraint
Seats and Restraints important, so if they are not Securing the Child Within the Warning (Continued) available, obtain a replacement Child Restraint copy from the manufacturer. restraint properly in the vehicle Keep in mind that an unsecured Warning using the vehicle safety belt or child restraint can move around in a LATCH system, following the A child can be seriously injured or...
Page 94 Seats and Restraints outboard passenger airbag, see Warning (Continued) Warning Airbag On-Off Switch 0 78 and Securing Child Restraints (Center outboard passenger frontal airbag A child in a child restraint in the Front Seat) 0 105 inflates and the passenger seat is center front seat can be badly or Securing Child Restraints (Rear in a forward position.
Page 95: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch System)
Seats and Restraints restraints. Adjacent seating restraint are used to attach the child Make sure to follow the instructions positions should not be used if the restraint to the anchors in the that came with the child restraint, child restraint prevents access to or vehicle.
Page 96 Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints (Center Top Tether Anchor Some child restraints that have a Front Seat) 0 105 or Securing Child top tether are designed for use with Restraints (Rear Seat) 0 105 or or without the top tether being Securing Child Restraints (Front attached.
Page 97 Seats and Restraints has two labels near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. For double cab models, the rear outboard seating positions have exposed metal lower anchors in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. Regular Cab Three-Passenger Crew and Double Cab Rear Seat...
Page 98 Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached.
Page 99 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Warning Caution restraint properly using the Children can be seriously injured Do not let the LATCH anchors, or use the vehicle's or strangled if a shoulder belt is attachments rub against the safety belts to secure the wrapped around their neck.
Page 100 Seats and Restraints secure the restraints. Some 1.2. Find the top tether anchor. restraints also use another vehicle 1.3. Remove the cover to anchor to secure a top tether. expose the anchor. Regular Cab Models 1.4. Route, attach, and tighten the top tether according to 1.
Page 101 Seats and Restraints check, grasp the child restraint 1.3. Attach and tighten the at the safety belt path and lower attachments on the attempt to move it side to side child restraint to the lower and back and forth. There anchors.
Page 102 Seats and Restraints 2.1.3. Then attach the top and behind the check, grasp the child restraint tether (4) to the top inboard at the LATCH path and attempt tether headrest post. to move it side to side and anchor (loop) (1) at back and forth.
Page 103 Seats and Restraints 2.2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 2.3. Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors. 3. For forward-facing child restraints, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor (loop).
Page 104 Seats and Restraints anchor (loop) (1) at anchor (loop) (1) at Headrest Removal and the center rear the center rear Reinstallation seating position. seating position. Crew Cab Models 3.2. For a top tether in the rear 4. Tighten the top tether per the For outboard rear seating positions, center position: child restraint manufacturer's...
Page 105: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash
Seats and Restraints 1. Insert the headrest posts into 1. Press both buttons on the 2. Push the headrest all the way the holes in the top of the headrest posts and pull up on down until it contacts the top of seatback with the longer the headrest.
Page 106: Securing Child Restraints (Center Front Seat)
Seats and Restraints New parts and repairs may be Securing Child Restraints In Canada, the law requires that necessary even if the LATCH forward-facing child restraints have (Rear Seat) system was not being used at the a top tether, and that the tether be time of the crash.
Page 107 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. 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the 6.
Page 108 Seats and Restraints 7. For forward-facing child Reinstallation under Lower Anchors 3. Push the latch plate into the restraints, attach and tighten and Tethers for Children (LATCH buckle until it clicks. the top tether to the top tether System) 0 94 for additional Position the release button on anchor (loop).
Page 109: Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)
Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top For outboard rear seating positions, tether, follow the child restraint if the child restraint cannot be manufacturer's instructions installed properly with the headrest regarding the use of the top in place, the headrest may be tether.
Page 110 Seats and Restraints under certain conditions. See If the vehicle does not have a rear Warning (Continued) Passenger Sensing System 0 80 seat that will accommodate a and Passenger Airbag Status rear-facing child restraint, a The vehicle may have a Indicator 0 139 for more information rear-facing child restraint should not passenger sensing system which...
Page 111 Seats and Restraints When using the lap-shoulder belt to Position the release button so secure the child restraint in this that the safety belt could be position, follow the instructions that quickly unbuckled if necessary. came with the child restraint and the following instructions: 1.
Page 112 Seats and Restraints 7. If the vehicle does not have a If a child restraint has been installed rear seat and the child restraint and the on indicator is lit, see If the manufacturer recommends On Indicator Is Lit for a Child using a top tether anchor, Restraint under Passenger Sensing attach the top tether to the top...
Page 113 Seats and Restraints If the vehicle does not have a rear Warning Warning (Continued) seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint, a A child in a rear-facing child forward-facing child restraint in rear-facing child restraint should not restraint can be seriously injured the front outboard seat, always be installed in the vehicle, even if or killed if the front outboard...
Page 114 Seats and Restraints When using the lap-shoulder belt to Position the release button so secure the child restraint in this that the safety belt could be position, follow the instructions that quickly unbuckled if necessary. came with the child restraint and the following instructions: 1.
Page 115 Seats and Restraints 7. If your vehicle does not have a from the vehicle unless the person rear seat and your child who will be sitting there is a member restraint has a top tether, follow of a passenger airbag risk group. the child restraint See Airbag On-Off Switch 0 78 for manufacturer's instructions...
Page 116 Seats and Restraints If the vehicle does not have a rear 1. Move the seat as far back as it Make sure the release button is seat that will accommodate a will go before securing the positioned so you would be rear-facing child restraint, a forward-facing child restraint.
Page 117 Seats and Restraints 7. If your child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 94 for more information on using the top tether anchors.
Page 118: Storage
Storage Storage Storage Glove Box Compartments Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments ..117 Instrument Panel Storage ..117 Do not store heavy or sharp Glove Box ....117 objects in storage compartments.
Page 119: Sunglasses Storage
Storage Rear Sunglasses Storage Center Console Storage If equipped, pull the rear seat If equipped, sunglasses storage is Press the latch and lift to open. armrest down to access the on the overhead console. Press the Depending on the options there may cupholders.
Page 120: Floor Console Storage
Storage Floor Console Storage Additional Storage Caution Features The truck bed walls will collapse if the tie-downs are overloaded. Cargo Tie-Downs If equipped with front seat floor console storage, unlock with the ignition key, press the button, and lift to open. The vehicle may be equipped with To install: cargo tie-downs.
Page 121 Storage 3. Fasten the tie-down firmly by hand only. Do not use tools. To remove: 1. Remove the tie-down loop completely by turning counterclockwise while holding the backing plate against the truck bed wall. 2. Pull the backing plate away from the truck bed wall until a click is heard.
Page 122: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Instruments and Safety Belt Reminders ..137 Cruise Control Light ..148 Airbag Readiness Light ..137 Information Displays Controls Airbag On-Off Light .
Page 123: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Instruments and Controls Tire Messages ....159 Controls Tilt and Telescoping Steering Transmission Messages ..160 Wheel Vehicle Reminder Steering Wheel Messages .
Page 124: Steering Wheel Controls
Instruments and Controls Steering Wheel Controls 2. Volume: Press to increase or : Press to go to the decrease the volume. previous or next menu option. : Press to go to the next or Heated Steering Wheel previous selection. : Press to select a highlighted menu option.
Page 125: Windshield Wiper/Washer
Instruments and Controls Windshield Wiper/Washer thaw them. Damaged wiper blades Windshield Washer should be replaced. See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 387. Warning Heavy snow or ice can overload the In freezing weather, do not use wiper motor. An internal circuit the washer until the windshield is breaker to the motor will stop the warmed.
Page 126: Compass
Instruments and Controls Compass Clock To set the clock display: 1. Select SETTINGS from the The vehicle may have a compass Setting the Time and Date with Home Page, then select Time display on the Driver Information Faceplate Controls and Date. Center (DIC).
Page 127: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls Auto Set requires an OnStar Power Outlets The power outlets on the center subscription. stack and in front of the cupholders Power Outlets 12 Volt Direct are powered at all times. The power If auto timing is set, the time Current outlets inside the storage area and displayed on the clock may not...
Page 128 Instruments and Controls Certain power accessory plugs may Power Outlet 110/120 Volt An indicator light on the outlet turns not be compatible with the on to show it is in use. The light Alternating Current accessory power outlet and could comes on when the ignition is in overload vehicle or adapter fuses.
Page 129: Wireless Charging
To check for phone or other device Accessory Power (RAP) 0 281. compatibility: The operating temperature is 20 °C In the U.S., see my.gmc.com/ ( 4 °F) to 60 °C (140 °F) for the learn. charging system and 0 °C (32 °F) to In Canada, see 35 °C (95 °F) for the phone.
Page 130: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls To charge a mobile device: Warning Lights, 1. Remove all objects from the Gauges, and charging pad. The system may Indicators not charge if there are any objects on the charging pad. Warning lights and gauges can 2.
Page 131: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Base Cluster (English Shown, Metric Similar)
Page 132 Instruments and Controls Uplevel Cluster (English Shown, Metric Similar)
Page 133 Instruments and Controls Cluster Menu (Uplevel Cluster) viewed. See Driver Information phone source. If there is an active Center (DIC) (Uplevel) in the call, mute the phone or switch to There is an interactive display area Index. handset operation. in the center of the instrument Audio cluster.
Page 134: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls be displayed in the Info app. See Odometer Fuel Gauge Driver Information Center (DIC) The odometer shows how far the (Uplevel) in the Index. vehicle has been driven, in either Speed Warning : The Speed kilometers or miles. Warning display allows the driver to set a speed that they do not want to Trip Odometer...
Page 135: Engine Oil Pressure
Instruments and Controls At the service station, the fuel Engine Oil Pressure pump shuts off before the gauge Gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated. For example, the gauge may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank's capacity to fill...
Page 136: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE Engine Coolant under Engine Oil Messages 0 155 Temperature Gauge and Engine Oil 0 363. Caution Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. Driving with the engine oil low can also damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 137: Voltmeter Gauge
Instruments and Controls Voltmeter Gauge Readings outside the normal operating range can also occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left idling for an extended period. This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle.
Page 138: Safety Belt Reminders
Instruments and Controls Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt The front passenger safety belt reminder light and chime may turn Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder on if an object is put on the seat There may be a passenger safety Light such as a briefcase, handbag, belt reminder light near the...
Page 139: Airbag On-Off Light
Instruments and Controls The airbag readiness light comes on Airbag On-Off Light the on or off symbol, will light to let for several seconds when the you know the status of the front If the vehicle has an airbag on-off vehicle is started.
Page 140: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls Passenger Airbag Status Warning Warning (Continued) Indicator If the front outboard passenger example, the front outboard If the vehicle has one of the frontal airbag is turned off for a passenger frontal airbag could following indicators, then the vehicle person who is not in a risk group inflate even though the airbag has a passenger sensing system for...
Page 141: Charging System Light
Instruments and Controls If, after several seconds, both status The charging system light comes on indicator lights remain on, or if there briefly when the ignition is turned are no lights at all, there may be a on, but the engine is not running, as problem with the lights or the a check to show the light is working.
Page 142: Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
Instruments and Controls Malfunction Indicator If the light is flashing : A Caution malfunction has been detected that Lamp (Check Engine could damage the emission control If the vehicle is driven continually Light) system and increase vehicle with this light on, the emission emissions.
Page 143: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls Check the following: before the system is ready for inspection. This can happen if A loose or missing fuel cap may the 12-volt battery has recently cause the light to come on. See been replaced or run down, or if Filling the Tank 0 320.
Page 144: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
Instruments and Controls This light should come on briefly system. If the ABS light stays on, Warning (Continued) when the engine is started. If it does or comes on again while driving, the not come on then, have it fixed so it vehicle needs service.
Page 145: Tow/Haul Mode Light
Instruments and Controls The four-wheel-drive light comes on Hill Descent Control Light If equipped, this light comes on when a vehicle with a manual briefly while starting the vehicle. If it transfer case is shifted into does not come on, have the vehicle four-wheel drive and the front axle serviced.
Page 146: Vehicle Ahead Indicator
Instruments and Controls ® LKA may assist by gently turning Traction Off Light StabiliTrak OFF Light the steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a detected lane marking without using the turn signal in that direction. The LKA light will turn amber.
Page 147: Traction Control System (Tcs)
Instruments and Controls Traction Control System See Traction Control/Electronic When the Light Flashes First and Stability Control 0 303. Then Is On Steady ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light If the light flashes for about a minute Tire Pressure Light and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS.
Page 148: Security Light
Instruments and Controls Security Light High-Beam On Light Front Fog Lamp Light The security light should come on This light comes on when the For vehicles with fog lamps, this briefly as the engine is started. If it high-beam headlamps are in use. light comes on when the fog lamps does not come on, have the vehicle are on.
Page 149: Cruise Control Light
Instruments and Controls Cruise Control Light Information Displays Unit Digital Speedometer Driver Information Center The speedometer shows how fast (DIC) (Base Level) the vehicle is moving in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles The DIC displays are shown in the per hour (mph).
Page 150 Instruments and Controls Average Fuel Economy Remaining Oil Life Transmission Fluid Temperature The Average Fuel Economy display Turn the trip odometer reset stem The temperature of the automatic shows the approximate average until REMAINING OIL LIFE transmission fluid displays in either liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) displays.
Page 151: (Uplevel)
Instruments and Controls Unit 1. Press to access the cluster applications. This will change the displays on the instrument cluster and DIC to either 2. Press to scroll to the metric or English (US) Settings application. measurements. To change the units, press the trip odometer reset stem 3.
Page 152 Instruments and Controls Speed : Shows the vehicle speed in vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel the next oil change. To reset the either kilometers per hour (km/h) or range estimate is based on an engine oil life system, press and miles per hour (mph).
Page 153 Instruments and Controls cylinders the vehicle is running on. is displayed as a bar graph. Dashes the timer to zero, press and hold See Active Fuel may appear in the OUTPUT display while this display is active, or ® Management 0 285.
Page 154: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC On some vehicles, this message indicate the status of the vehicle or BATTERY LOW START displays if there is a problem with some action that may be needed to VEHICLE the battery charging system.
Page 155: Brake System Messages
Instruments and Controls Brake System Messages As soon as it is safe to do so, obstructions, and close the door carefully pull your vehicle over to again. Check to see if the message BRAKE FLUID LOW still appears on the DIC. the side of the road and turn the ignition off.
Page 156: Engine Oil Messages
Instruments and Controls If this message continues to appear, Engine Oil Messages and allow the vehicle to idle until it have the system repaired by your cools down. See Engine Coolant CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON dealer as soon as possible to avoid Temperature Gauge 0 135.
Page 157: Fuel System Messages
Instruments and Controls accelerate. If this message is on, See Filling the Tank 0 320. The Object Detection System but there is no reduction in diagnostic system can determine if Messages performance, proceed to your the fuel cap has been left off or destination.
Page 158: Ride Control System
Instruments and Controls This message could be due to the Assist (LKA), Lane Departure SERVICE TRACTION camera being blocked. Cleaning the Warning (LDW), and Forward CONTROL outside of the windshield behind the Collision Alert (FCA) features. Take This message displays when there rearview mirror may correct the the vehicle to your dealer.
Page 159: Airbag System Messages
Instruments and Controls TRACTION CONTROL ON The stability system takes longer Safety Belt Messages than usual to complete its This message displays when the SHIFTER LOCKED. BUCKLE diagnostic checks due to driving traction control is active. See SEATBELT conditions. Traction Control/Electronic Stability An engine or vehicle-related Control 0 303.
Page 160: Tire Messages
Instruments and Controls SHIFTER UNLOCKED. BRAKE Steering System SERVICE POWER STEERING TO SHIFT (2500/3500 Series) Messages This message displays when the This message displays when there STEERING ASSIST IS Safety Belt Assurance System times is a problem with the power steering REDUCED DRIVE WITH CARE out and allows the vehicle to be assist system.
Page 161: Transmission Messages
Instruments and Controls TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE shown on the Tire and Loading FOR 4WD LOW SHIFT TO Information label. See Tires 0 399, NEUTRAL If equipped with the Tire Pressure Vehicle Load Limits 0 269, and Tire Monitor System (TPMS), this If a four-wheel drive shift into 4 is Pressure 0 408.
Page 162 Instruments and Controls GRADE BRAKING OFF you begin driving, the TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE four-wheel-drive system needs ENGINE This message displays when grade service. See your dealer. braking has been disabled with the This message displays and a chime Tow/Haul Mode button on the end of SHIFT DENIED may sound if the transmission fluid the shift lever.
Page 163: Vehicle Speed Messages
Instruments and Controls Vehicle Reminder As soon as it is safe to do so, This message clears itself after carefully pull the vehicle over to the several seconds. This message also Messages side of the road and turn the ignition clears if you acknowledge it.
Page 164: Washer Fluid Messages
Instruments and Controls Washer Fluid Messages Vehicle Uplevel Radio Audio System Controls Personalization WASHER FLUID LOW ADD 1. Press the desired feature to FLUID display a list of available Use the audio system controls to options. access the personalization menus This message displays when the for customizing vehicle features.
Page 165 Instruments and Controls Apple CarPlay Valet Mode (If Equipped) Audio Cue Volume Android Auto This will lock the infotainment Manage Favorites system and steering wheel controls. USB Auto Launch This allows favorites to be edited. It may also limit access to vehicle See Manage Favorites in Radio Voice storage locations (if equipped).
Page 166 Instruments and Controls Tone Settings Select On, then press + or Auto Rear Defog increase or decrease the volume. Select to adjust the radio tone. See This feature will automatically turn Tone Settings in AM-FM Radio on the rear defogger when it is cold Vehicle (Base Radio with Touchscreen) outside.
Page 167 Instruments and Controls Comfort and Convenience Turn the MENU knob or press + or Vehicle Locator Lights to adjust the volume. Select and the following may This feature will flash the exterior display: lamps and allows some of the Reverse Tilt Mirror exterior lamps and most of the Auto Memory Recall When on, the driver and/or...
Page 168 Instruments and Controls Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door. Select Off or Flash Lights. Remote Window Operation This feature enables the window to Delayed Door Lock Remote Lock Feedback open by using the RKE transmitter. When on, this feature will delay the This allows selection of what type of See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) locking of the doors.
Page 169 Instruments and Controls Select Off or On. Discoverable Apple CarPlay This allows the system to find a Select and the following may Bluetooth device. display: Select and the following may Select Off or On. Apple CarPlay display: Manage Apple CarPlay Devices Device Management Pair New Device Select to connect to a different...
Page 170 Instruments and Controls Select Off or On. Select Slow, Medium, or Fast. Turn Display Off Select to turn the display off. Press Manage Android Auto Devices Voice anywhere on the display area or any Select to manage Android devices. Select and the following may faceplate button to turn the Android Auto must be on for this display:...
Page 171 Instruments and Controls Restore Vehicle Settings Universal Remote instructions refer to a garage door opener, but can be used for other This allows selection of restoring System devices. vehicle settings. Do not use the Universal Remote See Radio Frequency Select Restore or Cancel. system with any garage door opener Statement 0 482.
Page 172 Instruments and Controls Make sure the hand-held transmitter system buttons to be used to be required. For a second has a new battery for quick and operate the garage door. Do time, press and hold the accurate transmission of the not release either button until newly programmed button radio-frequency signal.
Page 173 Instruments and Controls The name and color of the Radio Signals for Canada and Universal Remote System button may vary by Some Gate Operators Operation manufacturer. For questions or programming help, Using the Universal Remote 5. Press and release the Learn or call 1-800-355-3515 or see System Smart button.
Page 174 Instruments and Controls Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button To reprogram any of the system buttons: 1. Press and hold any one of the buttons. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the button, proceed with Step 1 under Programming the Universal...
Page 175: Lighting
Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 180 Exterior Lamp Controls Cargo Lamp ....181 Exterior Lighting Dome Lamps .
Page 176 Lighting lights, roof marker lamps (if turned on while the vehicle is off, equipped), front/rear sidemarker the headlamps will stay on for lamps, and license plate lamps. 10 minutes before turning off to prevent the battery from being When the vehicle is turned off and drained.
Page 177: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting The high-beam headlamps remain The high beams may not turn off The automatic high-beam on, under the automatic control, automatically if the system cannot headlamps may need to be disabled until one of the following situations detect another vehicle's lamps if any of the above conditions exist.
Page 178: Flash-To-Pass
Lighting instrument cluster will come on. When it begins to get dark, the Release the lever to return to automatic headlamp system normal operation. switches from DRL to the headlamps. Daytime Running To turn off the DRL, turn the exterior Lamps (DRL) lamp control to the off position and When the high-beam headlamps are...
Page 179: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting There is a light sensor on top of the The automatic headlamp system Hazard Warning Flashers instrument panel. Do not cover the turns off when the exterior lamp sensor, otherwise the headlamps control is turned to or the ignition will come on when they are not is off.
Page 180: Turn And Lane-Change
Lighting Turn and Lane-Change The lever returns to its starting Fog Lamps position whenever it is released. Signals If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or do not come on, a signal bulb could be burned out.
Page 181: Auxiliary Roof-Mounted Lamp
Lighting Some localities have laws that this button. Pressing the top of the Interior Lighting require the headlamps to be on with button will turn off the roof-mounted the fog lamps. lamp and indicator. Instrument Panel The emergency roof lamp circuit is Illumination Control Auxiliary fused at 30 amps, so the total...
Page 182: Cargo Lamp
Lighting Cargo Lamp mirrors turn on if the shift lever is in ON : Turns all dome lamps on. the R (Reverse), N (Neutral), Reading Lamps or P (Park) position. Dome Lamps The cargo lamp provides more light in the cargo area or on the sides of There are reading lamps in the the vehicle, if needed.
Page 183: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting Features automatically turn off. The interior lamps do not come on if the dome lamp control is in the Off position. Entry Lighting The exterior lamps turn off Some exterior lamps and the interior immediately by turning the exterior lamps turn on briefly at night, or in lamps control off.
Page 184: Battery Power Protection
Lighting moving up or down. This is normal. Normally, these actions occur in If there is a problem, an alert will be steps or levels, without being displayed. noticeable. In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action, The battery can be discharged at this action may be noticeable to the idle if the electrical loads are very driver.
Page 185: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Infotainment Audio Players Pictures and Movies (Movie System with CD Player ....203 System Touchscreen) ....238 USB Port (Base Radio) .
Page 186: Infotainment
Infotainment System Introduction functions may gray out when they Theft-Deterrent Feature are unavailable. Many infotainment ® TheftLock is designed to features are also available through Infotainment discourage theft of the vehicle's the instrument cluster and steering radio by learning a portion of the wheel controls.
Page 187: Overview (Base Radio)
Infotainment System Overview (Base Radio) Infotainment System Overview The infotainment system is controlled by using the buttons on the faceplate and steering wheel controls, if equipped. See Steering Wheel Controls 0 123. Radio with CD...
Page 188 Infotainment System 5. CD Slot (If Equipped) BACK Press to return to the previous screen in a menu. Press to go to the Home Page from any point in the system. See Home Page following. (If Equipped) or TONE (If Radio with TONE Equipped) Press...
Page 189 Infotainment System current track will start from the beginning. Press Press to turn the audio on. seek the next track. Press and hold to turn it off. AM, FM, or SiriusXM (If When on, press to mute the Equipped): Press system.
Page 190: Touchscreen)
Infotainment System Overview (Base Radio with Touchscreen) Press to go to the Home Page. See Home Page (Base Radio) 0 190 or Home Page (Base Radio with Touchscreen) 0 192. Radio: Press and release to go to the previous station or channel.
Page 191: Home Page (Base Radio)
Infotainment System Various functions are disabled when NAV (Navigation, If Equipped) : the vehicle is moving. Select the NAV screen icon to Radio: Press and release to display the OnStar Turn-by-Turn AUDIO : Select the AUDIO screen go to the next station or Navigation.
Page 192 Infotainment System Valet Mode: Software Information (If added and removed, or select a Equipped) : Press the MENU knob number from 5 25 to manually Using the circular numeric keypad, to select Save Vehicle Info to USB. adjust the number of favorites enter a four-digit code: Press the MENU knob again to start shown.
Page 193: Home Page
Infotainment System by the Rear Parking Assist system. English and Metric Unit Home Page Features Select Park Assist Symbols, then Conversion select Off or On. To change the display units between See Assistance Systems for Parking English and metric units, see Driver or Backing 0 309.
Page 194: Software Updates
Website Information source. speakers. Press the MENU knob and the In the U.S., see www.gmc.com following radio settings may display: In Canada, see www.gmc.gm.ca In Mexico, www.gmc.com.mx...
Page 195 Infotainment System DSP: If equipped with a Bose between Off, Low, Medium-Low, Finding a Station ® Surround sound system, it will Medium, Medium-High, and High. Seeking a Station have three DSP modes Press BACK to go to the including: previous menu. Press to search for the previous or next strongest station.
Page 196: Am-Fm Radio (Base Radio With Touchscreen)
Infotainment System To manage favorites, see Manage The level of volume compensation Custom Tone Settings Favorites under Home Page (Base can be selected, or the feature can Touch MENU. Radio) 0 190 or Home Page (Base be turned off. Touch Tone Settings. Radio with Touchscreen) 0 192.
Page 197: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System Selecting a Station 3. Touch and hold down any of Touch to scroll through the preset buttons to save the the list. Touch the station to Seek Tuning current radio station to that select it. button of the selected If the radio station is not known: Update Station List favorites page.
Page 198: Satellite Radio (Base Radio With Touchscreen)
Infotainment System 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.); or see SiriusXM Satellite Radio Selecting a Category www.xmradio.ca or call Service From Menu, touch Categories, then 1-877-209-0079 (Canada). touch the desired category or from SiriusXM is a satellite radio service When SiriusXM is active, the based in the 48 contiguous United Categories, touch to find the...
Page 199: Radio Reception
Infotainment System 2. Touch the preset button to 1. Touch Tone Settings. The tone Explicit Content Filter listen to the channel saved to settings screen is displayed. When on, only a filtered list of that button. See Tone Settings under channels will be received.
Page 200: Fixed Mast Antenna
Infotainment System cause static interference in the Items on the roof of the vehicle can radio. Unplug the phone or turn it off interfere with the performance of the The range for most AM stations is if this happens. radio system and OnStar (if greater than for FM, especially at equipped).
Page 201 Infotainment System Launching Pandora If nothing happens when the Tone Settings : Select to adjust the available Pandora screen button is tone settings. See AM-FM Radio Connect the iPhone to the USB pressed, download the latest (Base Radio with Touchscreen) ®...
Page 202 Infotainment System Pandora choose which tracks Advertisement on Pandora Unable to Start Pandora should not play on this station. This Pandora may display If the device is unable to launch feature is only available on user advertisements. The artist name Pandora: created stations.
Page 203 Infotainment System Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down Volume and song selection may No Skips Remaining For This Error be controlled using the Station or Permitted During Infotainment controls or on the Advertisements : If there is an error trying to rate a phone/device.
Page 204: Audio Players
Infotainment System Audio Players There can be increased skipping, is damaged or improperly difficulty in finding tracks, and/or loaded, there is an error and difficulty in loading and ejecting. the disc ejects. CD Player If these problems occur, check the Playing an Audio CD disc for damage or try a known If the vehicle is equipped with a CD...
Page 205 Infotainment System Tone Settings : Select to adjust Error Messages : While on the CD main page: Bass, Midrange, Treble, Balance, If Disc Error displays and/or the disc Press to seek to the next track. Fade, and EQ (Equalizer). See comes out, it could be for one of the Tone Settings under AM-FM Radio Press and hold to fast forward...
Page 206: Usb Port (Base Radio)
Infotainment System If the CD is not playing correctly for Root Directory The vehicle may have USB ports in any other reason, try a known the front of the center console, The root directory is treated as a good CD. armrest, or one in the upper glove folder.
Page 207 Infotainment System ® ® Playing from an iPod /iPad To connect and control a device: ® iPhone 1. Connect one end of the For information on how to use the standard USB cable to the This feature supports the following screen icons, see Playing an device's dock connector.
Page 208 Infotainment System Menu 2. Turn MENU to highlight and 2. Turn MENU to highlight and press to select a playlist name press to select an album name Press MENU to display the device to view a list of all songs in the to view a list of all songs on the Menu and the following may display: playlist.
Page 209: Usb Port
To view supported devices in the auxiliary device to the USB port. powers off and will not charge or U.S., see my.gmc.com. draw power from the vehicle's USB Support To view supported devices in battery.
Page 210: Auxiliary Jack
Infotainment System Playing Movies Possible auxiliary audio sources AUX Menu include: Movies are not available while Press the MENU knob to display the driving. Laptop computer AUX menu and the following may display: If the USB storage device is already Audio music player connected: Tone Settings : Select to adjust...
Page 211: Bluetooth Audio
Infotainment System Base Radio with Touchscreen For iPod/iPhone, connect the iPod/ Bluetooth Audio iPhone to the AUX input terminal by Play will begin when the system has If equipped, music may be played using the AUX cable for iPod/ finished reading the information on from a paired Bluetooth device.
Page 212: Voice Recognition
Infotainment System 2. Once paired, go into the audio All devices launch audio differently. Voice Recognition application from the Home When selecting Bluetooth Audio as If equipped, voice recognition allows Page or via the application tray. a source, the radio may show as for hands-free operation within the Select MEDIA until Bluetooth paused on the screen.
Page 213 Infotainment System destination entry and voice keypad, instrument cluster displays There are two voice prompt modes can be completed in a single the selections and visual supported: command. If the task takes more dialog content. Long verbal prompts: The longer than one command to complete, the If voice recognition is prompts provide more...
Page 214 Infotainment System to complete the task, or the session Helpful Hints for Speaking Speak the command naturally, is terminated, the voice recognition not too fast, not too slow. Use Commands dialog stops. direct commands without a lot of Voice recognition can understand extra words.
Page 215 Infotainment System If the phone number has been If manual selection takes more than while the help prompt is Pressing saved with a name and a place, the 15 seconds, the session terminates playing will terminate the prompt direct command should include and prompts that it has timed out.
Page 216 Infotainment System Tune to <FM frequency> FM : Play Album : Begin a dialog to Play Chapter : Begin a dialog to Tune to the radio station whose enter a specific album name. enter a specific name. frequency is identified in the Play Album <album name>...
Page 217 Infotainment System Play Video : Begin a dialog to Album type folders including Once the number of songs has enter a specific name. types such as albums and exceeded approximately 8,000, audiobooks. there is no support for accessing the Play Video <video name> : songs directly through voice Begin playback of the media There are no restrictions if the...
Page 218 Infotainment System Call <contact name> At Home, Voice Mail : Initiate a call to voice The steering wheel controls are At Work, On Mobile, or On mail numbers. used to operate this function. Other : Initiate a call to an entered Voice Recognition for OnStar Press and hold to activate.
Page 219: Bluetooth (Overview)
Infotainment System Phone duplicate or rarely used entries. Vehicles with a Bluetooth system If possible, program speed dial can use a Bluetooth-capable cell or other shortcuts. phone with a Hands-Free Profile to Bluetooth (Overview) make and receive phone calls. The Review the controls and infotainment system and voice Instructions for using the cell phone...
Page 220: Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls - Base Radio)
Infotainment System Voice Recognition Bluetooth Audio Quality : Press to end a call, reject a call, or cancel an operation. Press If equipped, the voice recognition Turn off the Echo and Noise to mute or unmute the infotainment system uses commands to control cancellation feature on your phone, system.
Page 221 Infotainment System guide for Bluetooth functions before to a different paired phone, see 5. Locate the device named Your pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth Connecting to a Different Vehicle in the list on the cell phone is not connected, calls can Phone later in this section.
Page 222 Infotainment System 2. Turn the MENU knob and 2. Turn the MENU knob and Manage Phones : Turn the MENU press to select Manage press to select Manage knob to highlight Manage Phones Phones. Phones. and press to select. 3. Turn the MENU knob to Deleting a Paired Phone Making a Call Using Contacts highlight the phone to be...
Page 223 Infotainment System The Recent Calls menu allows you To make a call using the Recent 2. Turn the MENU knob and to access the phone numbers from Calls menu: press to select Keypad. the Incoming Calls, Outgoing Calls, 1. From the Home Page, turn the 3.
Page 224: Base Radio)
Infotainment System Ending a Call Bluetooth (Voice Press on the steering wheel controls. Recognition - Base To end a call, do one of the following: Radio) Do nothing. Press the button just below the Call Waiting Using Voice Recognition END screen button. Call waiting must be supported on To use voice recognition, press Press...
Page 225 Infotainment System 5. Locate the device named Your Listing All Paired and Connected Connecting to a Different Phone Vehicle in the list on the cell Phones To connect to a different cell phone, phone. Follow the instructions The system can list all cell phones the Bluetooth system looks for the on the cell phone to enter the paired to it.
Page 226 Infotainment System Storing and Deleting Phone directions given by the system 2. Say Delete. to save a name tag for this Numbers 3. Say the name tag you want to number. delete. The following commands are used Using the Digit Store Command to delete and store phone numbers.
Page 227 Infotainment System Making a Call Calling 911 Emergency (U.S. and To hear all of the numbers Canada) recognized by the system, say Calls can be made using the Verify at any time. following commands. 1. Press . The system responds 1.
Page 228 Infotainment System Receiving a Call Three-Way Calling To Transfer Audio from the Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone When an incoming call is received, Three-way calling must be During a call with the audio in the the audio system mutes and a ring supported on the cell phone and vehicle: tone is heard in the vehicle.
Page 229: Controls - Base Radio With
Infotainment System To access contacts stored in the cell 3. Say the number or name tag phone is not connected, calls will be phone: to send. made using OnStar Hands-Free Calling, if available. See OnStar Clearing the System 1. Press .
Page 230 Infotainment System When the Bluetooth device and 7. Touch Yes on the pop-up 6. When the Bluetooth device and infotainment system are infotainment system are screen of the Bluetooth device successfully paired, the phone book successfully paired, the phone and infotainment system. is downloaded automatically.
Page 231 Infotainment System 4. Touch the desired device to 2. Touch Settings. indicates the hands-free pair on the searched list and phone music functions are 3. Touch Bluetooth, then Device screen. enabled. Management. 5. Input the Personal 4. Touch the desired device to indicates only the hands-free Identification Number (PIN) pair.
Page 232 Infotainment System Disconnecting a Bluetooth Device versions over 1.2 must be music function. For example, registered and connected to the if you convert to Bluetooth 1. Press product. hands-free while playing Phone music, the music is 2. Touch Settings. From the cell phone or Bluetooth discontinued.
Page 233: Apple Carplay And Android Auto
Infotainment System Returning to the Beginning of the The infotainment system PROJECTION icon will appear on Current Song transmits the order to play from the Home Page of the infotainment the bluetooth device in the display. Touch after two seconds of Bluetooth music play mode.
Page 234: Bluetooth Phone/Devices
To display album title, track title, up Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and artist information, the file Devices in the vehicle, see my. gmc.com or should be compatible with the see Customer Assistance ID3 Tag V1 and V2 formats. Pictures and Movies Offices 0 474.
Page 235 Infotainment System The time it takes to process files USB storage devices can only Only connect the iPod/iPhone will depend on the USB storage be connected for playing music/ with connection cables device type and capacity, and movies, viewing photo files, supported by iPod/iPhone the type of files stored.
Page 236 Infotainment System Changing to Next/Previous Files Touch to change to the next file. Touch within five seconds of the playback time to play the previous file. Returning to the Beginning of the Refer to the table for the Current File If the USB device is already classification items related to the connected:...
Page 237 Infotainment System Auto Volume Playing Music Files Touch Auto Volume. The Auto Connect the iPod/iPhone to the Volume menu is displayed. See USB port. Auto Volume under System Play will start from the previously Settings in AM-FM Radio (Base played point after the system Radio with Touchscreen) 0 195 has finished reading the USB or AM-FM Radio (Base...
Page 238: Pictures And Movies
Infotainment System Pause Using the iPod Menu Pictures and Movies (Picture System with Touch Menu during playback. Touch to pause. Touchscreen) Touch the appropriate Touch to resume. play mode. The infotainment system can view Changing to Next/Previous Song Browse Music picture files stored on a USB storage device and devices that Touch...
Page 239: Touchscreen)
Infotainment System If the USB device is already Using the USB Picture Menu Movie System Information connected: 1. Touch MENU from the picture Available resolution: Lower than screen. 1280 x 720 (W x H) pixels. 1. Press 2. Touch the appropriate menu: Frame rate: Less than 30 fps.
Page 240 Infotainment System Playing a Movie File Returning to the Beginning of the 2. Touch the appropriate menu: Current Movie 1. Connect the USB device to the Tone Settings: Shows the USB port. sound setup. See Tone Touch after five seconds of the Settings under Base playback time.
Page 241: Trademarks And License Agreements
Infotainment System ® ® Trademarks and iPod shuffle , and iPod touch channel name. Channel blocking is trademarks of Apple Inc., registered available for SiriusXM Satellite License Agreements in the U.S. and other countries. Radio receivers by notifying SiriusXM: FCC Information USA Customers See Radio Frequency www.siriusxm.com or call...
Page 242 Infotainment System General Requirements: Schedule I: Gracenote EULA are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Gracenote in the 1. A License Agreement from United States and/or other ® SiriusXM is required for any countries. product that incorporates SiriusXM Technology and/or for Gracenote Terms of Use use of any of the SiriusXM This application or device contains...
Page 243 Infotainment System all of the benefits and protections rights. Under no circumstances will error-free or that functioning of set forth herein that are available to Gracenote become liable for any Gracenote Software or Gracenote Gracenote. payment to you for any information Servers will be uninterrupted.
Page 244 Infotainment System © 2013. Gracenote, Inc. All Rights Open Source SW Subject to the terms and conditions Reserved. of this License, QSSC hereby The open source code used in this grants you a limited, non-exclusive, device can be downloaded at the PANDORA non-transferable license to use the webpage shown in the information...
Page 245 Infotainment System Product or the Software in ASSOCIATED WITH YOUR USE LICENSORS HAVE BEEN contravention of applicable export OF THE SOFTWARE UNDER THIS ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY control laws. LICENSE. OF SUCH DAMAGES. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT OTHERWISE REQUIRED BY OTHERWISE REQUIRED BY This product is protected by certain...
Page 246 Infotainment System END USER NOTICE The marks of companies displayed by this product to indicate business locations are the marks of their respective owners. The use of such marks in this product does not imply any sponsorship, approval, or endorsement by such companies of this product.
Page 247: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only) Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems (with With this system, the heating and ventilation can be controlled. Heater Only) ....246 Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) .
Page 248 Climate Controls windshield and the side window (Fan Control) : Turn clockwise vents. The system automatically or counterclockwise to increase or forces outside air into the vehicle. decrease the fan speed. Turn the knob all the way counterclockwise Do not drive the vehicle until all the to turn the fan off.
Page 249 Climate Controls Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) (Fan Control) : Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled. decrease the fan speed. Turn the knob all the way counterclockwise to turn the fan off.
Page 250 Climate Controls vents. The system automatically A/C (Air Conditioning) : Press to Caution forces outside air into the vehicle turn the air conditioning system on and the air conditioning compressor or off. An indicator light comes on to Using a razor blade or sharp will run, unless the outside show that the air conditioning is object to clear the inside rear...
Page 251: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System Automatic Operation The system automatically controls With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be the fan speed, air delivery, air controlled. conditioning, and recirculation in order to heat or cool the vehicle to For an eAssist vehicle, see the Silverado/Sierra eAssist supplement.
Page 252 Climate Controls The recirculation light will not come Driver and Passenger Changing the mode cancels the on when automatically controlled. Temperature Control : The automatic operation and the system goes into manual mode. Press temperature can be adjusted Press to manually select separately for the driver and AUTO to return to automatic recirculation;...
Page 253 Climate Controls windshield and the side window Rear Window Defogger from the surface of the mirror when vents. The air conditioning the rear window defog button is The rear window defogger uses a compressor also comes on, unless pressed. See Heated Mirrors 0 48. warming grid to remove fog from the the outside temperature is below rear window.
Page 254: Air Vents
Climate Controls Some vehicles may have the Air Vents Keep the path under the front exterior temperature sensor in the seats clear of objects to help Use the air vents in the center and passenger side mirror instead of the circulate the air inside of the on the side of the instrument panel front grille area.
Page 255: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Climate Controls Maintenance 1. Open the lower glove box door completely. Passenger Compartment 2. Remove the four screws from around the lower glove box. Air Filter The door does not need to be removed to access the screws. The filter reduces the dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle.
Page 256 Climate Controls Service All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle. The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians. The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle.
Page 257: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Hill Descent Control (HDC) . . . 305 Power (RAP) ....281 Locking Rear Axle ... . 305 Operating Engine Coolant Heater .
Page 258: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Trailer Towing Driving Information Become familiar with vehicle features before driving, such as General Towing programming favorite radio Information ....322 Distracted Driving stations and adjusting climate Driving Characteristics and...
Page 259: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Refer to the infotainment section for Average driver reaction time is Warning more information on using that about three-quarters of a second. In system and the navigation system, that time, a vehicle moving at Drinking and then driving is very if equipped, including pairing and 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m dangerous.
Page 260: Steering
Driving and Operating Steering Hydraulic Power Steering button adjusts steering effort for driving conditions described in Tow/ (2500/3500 Series) Electric Power Steering (1500 Haul Mode 0 292. (2500/3500 Series All Regular Series) The power steering system may Cab, Double Cab/Crew Cab require maintenance.
Page 261: 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 262: 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 263 Driving and Operating Loading the Vehicle for For more information about loading Warning (Continued) the vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits Off-Road Driving 0 269 and Tires 0 399. of control. Driving across hills can Warning Environmental Concerns cause a rollover. You could be injured or killed.
Page 264 Driving and Operating Warning Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Driving to the top of a hill at high transfer case overrides the descending a hill and use a low speed can cause an accident. transmission. You or someone gear to keep vehicle speed under There could be a drop-off, else could be injured.
Page 265 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 266: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating Traction is reduced on hard packed After operation in mud or sand, Warning (Continued) snow and ice and it is easy to lose have the brake linings cleaned and control. Reduce vehicle speed when checked. These substances can Traction could be lost, and the driving on hard packed snow cause glazing and uneven braking.
Page 267: 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 268: 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 269: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating If the Vehicle Is Stuck Warning Warning (Continued) Slowly and cautiously spin the Snow can trap engine exhaust the fan speed to the highest wheels to free the vehicle when setting. See Climate under the vehicle. This may stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
Page 270: Vehicle Load Limits
Driving and Operating Rocking the Vehicle to Get Recovery Hooks Caution It Out Warning Do not drive through standing Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the water if it is deep enough to cover Never pull on recovery hooks front wheels.
Page 271 Driving and Operating Tire and Loading Information cold tire inflation pressures (4). Warning Label For more information on tires and inflation see Tires 0 399 Do not load the vehicle any and Tire Pressure 0 408. heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating There is also important loading (GVWR), or either the...
Page 272 Driving and Operating Subtract the combined your vehicle. Consult this 3. Available Occupant and Cargo Weight = 317 kg manual to determine how weight of the driver and (700 lb) this reduces the available passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
Page 273 Driving and Operating of the driver, passengers, and includes the weight of the cargo should never exceed the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and vehicle's capacity weight. cargo. The Certification/Tire label also Certification/Tire Label may show the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 274 Driving and Operating There is also important loading Warning (Continued) Warning information for off-road driving in this manual. See Loading the shift forward and come into Things you put inside the Vehicle for Off-Road Driving the passenger area, injuring vehicle can strike and injure under Off-Road Driving 0 261.
Page 275 Driving and Operating well. The center of gravity height Remember not to exceed the Loading Points must not extend above the top Gross Axle Weight of the pickup box flareboard. Rating (GAWR) of the front or rear axle. Any load that extends beyond Maximum the vehicle's taillamp area must * Equipment...
Page 276: Truck-Camper Loading
Driving and Operating equipment. See www.gmupfitter.com When carrying a slide-in for additional pickup box load camper, the total cargo load of bearing structural information. the vehicle is the weight of the camper plus: Truck-Camper Loading Everything added to the Information camper after it left the A vehicle-specific Truck-Camper factory.
Page 277 Driving and Operating Here is an example of proper of passengers in the camper. should not exceed either of the truck and camper match: The total cargo load should not gross axle weight ratings exceed the truck's cargo weight (GAWR). The total axle loads rating, and the camper's center should not exceed the vehicle's of gravity (1) should fall within...
Page 278: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating Starting and Caution (Continued) Operating premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this New Vehicle Break-In breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake Caution linings. Do not tow a trailer during The vehicle does not need an break-in.
Page 279: Ignition Positions
Driving and Operating Ignition Positions This position locks the ignition and to N (Neutral), firmly apply the steering wheel. It also locks the brakes and steer the vehicle to transmission on automatic a safe location. transmission vehicles. The key can 3.
Page 280: Starting The Engine
Driving and Operating when the engine is running. The Caution Caution transmission is also unlocked in this position on automatic transmission Using a tool to force the key to If you add electrical parts or vehicles. turn in the ignition could cause accessories, you could change If the key is left in the ACC/ damage to the switch or break the...
Page 281: Fast Idle System
Driving and Operating extra gasoline from the engine. Caution Caution Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the Cranking the engine for long Operate the engine and vehicle is moving. If you do, you periods of time, by returning the transmission gently until the oil could damage the transmission.
Page 282: Retained Accessory
Driving and Operating To control the fast idle: Pressing the accelerator more Accessory Power Outlets (APOs) than one-quarter of the To enable the Fast Idle System, The vehicle may have APOs in way down. press and release the cruise several locations. See Power control on/off button and ensure Turning the ignition switch to the Outlets 0 126.
Page 283 Driving and Operating 18 °C (0 °F). Vehicles with an 3. Plug the cord into a normal, Warning (Continued) engine heater should be plugged in grounded 110-volt AC outlet. at least four hours before starting. it overheat and cause a fire, An internal thermostat in the Warning property damage, electric...
Page 284: Shifting Into Park
Driving and Operating away from moving engine Leaving the Vehicle with the Warning (Continued) parts. If you do not, it could be Engine Running damaged. is in P (Park). Be sure the transfer The length of time the heater should Warning case is in a drive gear.
Page 285: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating parking brake is firmly set before the pressure from the parking pawl To shift out of P (Park): you leave it. After you move the shift in the transmission. You will then be 1. Apply the brake pedal. lever into P (Park), hold the regular able to pull the shift lever out of 2.
Page 286: Parking Over Things
Driving and Operating Parking over Things When less power is required, such Engine Exhaust as cruising at a constant vehicle That Burn speed, the system will operate in Warning the V4 mode, allowing the vehicle to Warning achieve better fuel economy. When Engine exhaust contains carbon greater power demands are monoxide (CO), which cannot be...
Page 287: 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 288 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 0 283. damaging the transmission, see If If you have four-wheel drive, the the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 268.
Page 289 Driving and Operating or driving off-road. Shift the The transmission uses adaptive Caution transmission to a lower gear shift controls. The adaptive shift selection if the transmission shifts control process continually Shifting out of P (Park) or too often. compares key shift parameters to N (Neutral) with the engine pre-programmed ideal shifts stored Downshifting the transmission in...
Page 290: Manual Mode
Driving and Operating To disable or enable Normal Mode Manual Mode Caution Grade Braking within the current Range Selection Mode ignition key cycle, press and hold Spinning the tires or holding the the Tow/Haul button for vehicle in one place on a hill five seconds.
Page 291 Driving and Operating the highest or lowest range In vehicles with gasoline engines, available for the current vehicle when the shift lever is moved from speed. D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode), a downshift may occur. The gear that When the shift lever is moved from the transmission is operating in D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode), a when the shift lever is moved from...
Page 292 Driving and Operating 6-Speed Automatic Transmission Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode is active. Gear before shifting from D See Tow/Haul Mode 0 292. (Drive) to M (Manual Mode) While using Range Selection Mode, Range after shifting from D cruise control and the Tow/Haul (Drive) to M (Manual Mode) Mode can be used.
Page 293: Tow/Haul Mode
Driving and Operating as with ice or snow. While the down steep hills or mountain On vehicles with a gasoline engine, vehicle is at a stop, select M2 using grades, towing, or hauling heavy to disable or enable Tow/Haul Range Selection Mode. This will loads.
Page 294: Drive Systems
Driving and Operating Drive Systems Manual Transfer Case Warning Four-Wheel Drive Shifting the transfer case to N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle If equipped, four-wheel drive to roll even if the transmission is engages the front axle for extra in P (Park). You or someone else traction.
Page 295 Driving and Operating N (Neutral) : Use only when the The vehicle can be shifted between In extremely cold weather, it may vehicle needs to be towed. See be necessary to slow or stop the 2 and 4 while the vehicle is Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 439 vehicle to shift.
Page 296 Driving and Operating complete and the transfer case Electronic Transfer Case lights display, take the vehicle to will remain in N (Neutral). This your dealer for service. An indicator is normal. To complete the light flashes while shifting and until shift, with the engine running, the shift is complete.
Page 297 Driving and Operating 4 (Four-Wheel Drive Low) : This Shifting Into 2 to 4 to see the indicator. With the setting engages the front axle and vehicle moving less than 5 km/h Turn the knob to 2 at any speed, (3 mph), and the transmission in delivers extra torque.
Page 298 Driving and Operating Shifting Into N (Neutral) transmission to R (Reverse), Caution then to D (Drive). There should To shift: be no movement of the vehicle Shifting the transmission into gear 1. Park the vehicle on a level while shifting the transmission. before the requested mode surface.
Page 299 Driving and Operating An indicator light on the knob shows 2 (Two-Wheel Drive High) : Use 4 (Four-Wheel Drive High) : Use which setting the transfer case is in. for driving on most streets and this position when extra traction is The N (Neutral) indicator is on the highways.
Page 300 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 301: Antilock Brake
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 9. Place the transmission shift Antilock Brake Brake 0 301. lever in P (Park). See System (ABS) 3.
Page 302: 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 303: Brake Assist
Driving and Operating system warning light will flash and a the driving situation dictates. The the trailer brakes. It will not activate chime will sound warning you that Brake Assist feature will if the vehicle is in a drive gear and the parking brake is still on.
Page 304: Ride Control Systems
Driving and Operating Ride Control Systems intended path. Trailer Sway Control disabled, comes on, and the (TSC) is also on automatically when appropriate message will appear on the vehicle is started. See Trailer the DIC. Both traction control and Traction Control/ Sway Control (TSC) 0 348.
Page 305 Driving and Operating maintaining control. The vehicle is cluster, then release. The Caution safe to drive, but driving should be appropriate message will display in adjusted accordingly. the DIC. See Ride Control System Do not repeatedly brake or Messages 0 157. comes on and stays on: accelerate heavily when TCS is To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on...
Page 306: Hill Descent Control (Hdc)
Driving and Operating Hill Descent HDC can maintain vehicle speeds When enabled, if the vehicle is at a between 3 and 22 km/h (2 and speed above 22 km/h (14 mph) and Control (HDC) 14 mph) on an incline greater than less than 60 km/h (37 mph), a DIC If equipped, HDC can be used when or equal to a 10% grade.
Page 307: Cruise Control
Driving and Operating Cruise Control how cruise control interacts with the Range Selection Mode, Tow/Haul With cruise control a speed of about Mode, and Grade Braking systems. 40 km/h (25 mph) or more can be If the cruise control is being used maintained without keeping your and the Traction Control System foot on the accelerator.
Page 308 Driving and Operating SET (Set/Coast) : Press briefly to Resuming a Set Speed The speedometer reading can be set the speed and activate cruise displayed in either English or metric If the cruise control is set at a control. If cruise control is already units.
Page 309 Driving and Operating vehicle will slow down to the driving on downhill grades by To turn off cruise control, previous set cruise speed. While using the engine and press pressing the accelerator pedal or transmission to slow the vehicle. Erasing Speed Memory shortly following the release to To disable and enable Cruise override cruise control, briefly...
Page 310: Driver Assistance Systems
Driving and Operating Driver Assistance Audible or Safety Alert Seat Warning (Continued) Some driver assistance features Systems alert the driver of obstacles by Under many conditions, these beeping. To change the volume of This vehicle may have features that systems will not: the warning chime, see Comfort work together to help avoid crashes Detect children,...
Page 311 Driving and Operating Rear Vision Camera (RVC) Warning When the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse), the RVC displays an The camera(s) do not display image of the area behind the vehicle children, pedestrians, bicyclists, in the center stack display. The crossing traffic, animals, or any previous screen displays when the other object outside of the...
Page 312 Driving and Operating weather. Blocked sensors will not Safety Alert Seat will pulse five detect objects and can also cause times. Beeps for FPA are higher false detections. Keep the sensors pitched than for RPA. clean of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and Turning the Features On or Off slush;...
Page 313: Forward Collision Alert (Fca)
Driving and Operating Towbar setting allows for the Assistance Systems for Warning parking assist to work properly with Driving a small item attached to the trailer FCA is a warning system and hitch. Turn off parking assist when If equipped, when driving the does not apply the brakes.
Page 314 Driving and Operating FCA warnings will not occur unless braking to occur more rapidly which Warning (Continued) the FCA system detects a vehicle can cause a brief, mild deceleration. ahead. When a vehicle is detected, Continue to apply the brake pedal proper condition.
Page 315: Series)
Driving and Operating Selecting the Alert Timing timing. The range of selectable alert camera sensor to detect the lane timing may not be appropriate for all markings at speeds of 56 km/h drivers and driving conditions. (35 mph) or greater. Unnecessary Alerts Warning FCA may provide unnecessary...
Page 316: Lane Departure Warning (Ldw)
Driving and Operating If the LDW system is not functioning Warning (Continued) properly when lane markings are clearly visible, cleaning the departing the lane on the side windshield may help. where it has detected a lane LDW alerts may occur due to tar marking.
Page 317 Driving and Operating camera to detect lane markings Warning (Continued) Warning between 60 km/h (37 mph) and 180 km/h (112 mph). Detect lanes on winding or Using LKA while towing a trailer hilly roads. or on slippery roads could cause Warning loss of control of the vehicle and If LKA only detects lane markings...
Page 318: Fuel
Driving and Operating direction. It may also provide an If the LKA system is not functioning Fuel properly when lane markings are LDW alert by flashing amber For diesel engine vehicles, see clearly visible, cleaning the as the lane marking is crossed. Fuel for Diesel Engines in the windshield may help.
Page 319: Requirements
Driving and Operating If the vehicle has a yellow fuel cap, Use of Seasonal Fuels Caution E85 or FlexFuel can be used in the Use summer and winter fuels in the vehicle. See E85 or FlexFuel 0 319. appropriate season. The fuels Do not use fuel containing For all vehicles except those with industry automatically modifies the...
Page 320: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Driving and Operating meet California specifications. See fuel not recommended. Costly The use of E85 or FlexFuel is the underhood emission control repairs caused by use of improper encouraged when the vehicle is label. If this fuel is not available in fuel would not be covered by the designed to use it.
Page 321: Filling The Tank
Driving and Operating refueling to allow the vehicle to Filling the Tank Warning (Continued) adapt to the change in ethanol If the vehicle has a diesel engine, concentration. Keep children away from see the Duramax diesel supplement Because E85 or FlexFuel has less the fuel pump and never let for more information.
Page 322 Driving and Operating The fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait a Warning door on the driver side of the few seconds after you have finished vehicle. Vehicles that have a pumping before removing the If a fire starts while you are FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel nozzle.
Page 323: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel Trailer Towing Warning (Continued) Container General Towing Fill the container no more than 95% full to allow for Information Warning expansion. Only use towing equipment that has Filling a portable fuel container Do not smoke, light been designed for the vehicle.
Page 324 Driving and Operating The trailer must be equipped vehicle itself. Get acquainted with Warning with brakes adequate for the the handling and braking of the rig intended use. A loaded trailer before setting out for the open road. When towing a trailer, exhaust weighing more than 900 kg The structure, tires, and brakes of gases may collect at the rear of...
Page 325 Driving and Operating Passing When turning with a trailer, make When towing at high altitude on wider turns than normal. Do this so steep uphill grades, consider the More passing distance is needed the trailer will not strike soft following: Engine coolant will boil at when towing a trailer.
Page 326: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating If parking the rig on a hill: 7. Stop and have someone pick Warning up and store the chocks. 1. Press the brake pedal, but do not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn Maintenance when Trailer The driver can lose control when the wheels into the curb if pulling a trailer if the correct Towing...
Page 327 Driving and Operating important for your safety and that of For kingpin weight and trailer Caution (Continued) your passengers. Read this section tongue weight information, see carefully before pulling a trailer. Weight of the Trailer Tongue later vehicle warranty. To pull a trailer in this section.
Page 328 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 1500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Standard Box 4.3L V6 (b) 3.23 2 722 kg (6,000 lb) 4 990 kg (11,000 lb) 4.3L V6 (b) 4.10 2 087 kg (4,600 lb) 4 309 kg (9,500 lb)
Page 329 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 5.3L V8 3.08 2 858 kg (6,300 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.42 4 218 kg (9,300 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb) 5.3L V8;...
Page 330 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 1500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Long Box 4.3L V6 (b) 3.23 2 676 kg (5,900 lb) 4 990 kg (11,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.08 3 084 kg (6,800 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb)
Page 331 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 6.2L V8 3.42 5 352 kg (11,800 lb) 8 029 kg (17,700 lb) 1500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Standard Box 4.3L V6 (b) 3.42 3 175 kg (7,000 lb) 5 806 kg (12,800 lb)
Page 332 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 5.3L V8 3.73 4 899 kg (10,800 lb) 7 575 kg (16,700 lb) 6.2L V8 3.23 4 128 kg (9,100 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb) 6.2L V8 3.42 5 307 kg (11,700 lb)
Page 333 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer 4.10 6 577 kg (14,500 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb) 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer 4.10 6 713 kg (14,800 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb) 2500 Series 2WD Double Cab Long Box 6.0L V8...
Page 334 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer 4.10 6 350 kg (14,000 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb) 2500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Long Box 6.0L V8 3.73 4 536 kg (10,000 lb)
Page 335 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 486 kg (14,300 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb) 3500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Standard Box 6.0L V8 3.73 4 400 kg (9,700 lb)
Page 336 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 3500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Long Box 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 3.73 4 445 kg (9,800 lb) 7 530 kg (16,600 lb) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 486 kg (14,300 lb)
Page 337 Driving and Operating 1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups SAE J2807 Compliant Maximum Trailer Vehicle Axle Ratio Weight (c) GCWR (a) 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 214 kg (13,900 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb) Conventional Trailer 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3.73 3 992 kg (8,800 lb) 7 530 kg (16,600 lb)
Page 338 Driving and Operating Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice. Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (1) of any trailer is very important because it is also part of the vehicle weight. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and the people who will be riding in the...
Page 339 Driving and Operating If a cargo carrier is used in the Maximum Tongue trailer hitch receiver, choose a Vehicle Series Hitch Type Weight carrier that positions the load as 1500 Weight-Carrying 363 kg (800 lb) close to the vehicle as possible. Make sure the total weight, 1500 Weight-Distributing...
Page 340: Towing Equipment
Driving and Operating Weight of the Trailering the Trailer Tongue under Trailer Towing 0 325 for rating limits with Combination various hitch types. It is important that the combination If a step-bumper hitch will be used, of the tow vehicle and trailer does the bumper could be damaged in not exceed any of its weight ratings sharp turns.
Page 341 Driving and Operating Weight-Distributing Hitch Vehicle Series Trailer Weight Usage Hitch Distribution 1500 Up to 3175 kg (7,000 lb) Optional Refer to trailer manufacturer s recommendation 1500 Over 3175 kg (7,000 lb) Required 2500/3500 Up to 8165 kg (18,000 lb) Optional Refer to trailer manufacturer s...
Page 342 Driving and Operating pickups. Trailer pin box extensions Trailer Brakes Be sure to follow the proper and sliding fifth-wheel hitch installation instructions included with A loaded trailer that weighs more assemblies can help this condition. any electrical equipment that is than 900 kg (2,000 lb) must be There should be at least 15 cm (6 in) installed.
Page 343 Driving and Operating behind the spare tire mount. The Red/Green: Battery Feed harness requires the installation of a Dark Blue: Trailer Brake trailer connector, which is available To help charge a remote through your dealer. (non-vehicle) battery, press the Tow/ Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness Haul Mode button at the end of the Package...
Page 344 Driving and Operating White: Ground Tow/Haul Mode Tow/Haul is a feature that assists when pulling a heavy trailer or a White/Green: Back-up Lamps large or heavy load. See Tow/Haul Red/Green: Battery Feed Mode 0 292. Dark Blue: Trailer Brake Tow/Haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and If the vehicle is equipped with the trailer combined weight is at least...
Page 345 Driving and Operating selection of Tow/Haul when the system, and on the type of trailer Warning vehicle is unloaded. Such a brakes detected. This available selection when unloaded may result power output to the trailer brakes Connecting a trailer that has an in unpleasant engine and can be adjusted to a wide range of air brake system may result in...
Page 346 Driving and Operating Trailer Brake Control Panel Page on the Driver Information To adjust the Trailer Gain, press one Center (DIC) to adjust and display of the Trailer Gain Adjustment power output to the trailer brakes. buttons. Press and hold a gain button to continuously adjust the Trailer Brake DIC Display Page Trailer Gain.
Page 347 Driving and Operating There is a fault present in the Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure Adjusting Trailer Gain at wiring to the trailer brakes (a speeds lower than 32 to Trailer Gain should be set for a CHECK TRAILER WIRING 40 km/h (20 to 25 mph) may specific trailering condition and must message will also display on result in an incorrect gain...
Page 348 Driving and Operating Other ITBC-Related DIC Messages If the disconnect occurs while If the CHECK TRAILER the vehicle is moving, this WIRING message only In addition to displaying TRAILER message will continue until the reappears when connecting the GAIN and OUTPUT through the ignition is turned off.
Page 349: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
Driving and Operating A GM dealer may be able to instrument cluster. Vehicle speed Adding non-dealer accessories can diagnose and repair problems with must be reduced. If trailer sway affect the vehicle performance. See the trailer. However, any diagnosis continues, StabiliTrak can reduce Accessories and and repair of the trailer is not engine torque to help slow the...
Page 350: Conversions And Add-Ons
Driving and Operating Conversions and Adding a Snow Plow or Caution Similar Equipment Add-Ons Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause Caution Add-On Electrical components to not work and Equipment would not be covered by the Do not exceed 64 km/h (40 mph) vehicle warranty.
Page 351 Driving and Operating The total weight of any required to ensure a proper front Caution (Continued) additional cargo intended to be and rear weight distribution ratio, carried. even though the actual weight at when a snow plow is installed. the front axle may be less than Say, for example, you have a 318 kg The vehicle can be damaged if the front axle rating.
Page 352 Driving and Operating United States Canada (W x (A + W.B.)) /W.B.= Weight the accessory is adding to the The front axle reserve capacity for front axle. the vehicle can be found in the lower right corner of the Where: Certification/Tire label, as shown.
Page 353 Driving and Operating vehicle before reaching the GVWR. W.B. = 305 cm (10 ft) Warning (Continued) Keep in mind that reserve capacity (W x (A + W.B.)/W.B. = numbers are intended as a guide (318 x (122 + 305))/305 = 445 kg weight on the rear axle to have when selecting the amount of (980 lb)
Page 354: Pickup Conversion To
Driving and Operating Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab We are aware that some vehicle owners might consider having the pickup box removed and a commercial or recreational body installed. Owners should be aware that, as manufactured, there are differences between a chassis cab and a pickup with the box removed which could affect vehicle safety.
Page 355: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care Vehicle Care Power Steering Fluid (1500 LED Lighting ....389 Series) ..... . 378 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Power Steering Fluid (2500/ Stoplamps, and Back-Up...
Page 356: General Information
Vehicle Care Tire Pressure ....408 Recreational Vehicle General Information Tire Pressure for High-Speed Towing ..... . 439 For service and parts needs, visit Operation .
Page 357: California Perchlorate
Vehicle Care harm. Engine exhaust, many parts Accessories and Damage to vehicle components and systems, many fluids, and resulting from modifications or the Modifications some component wear by-products installation or use of non-GM contain and/or emit these Adding non-dealer accessories or certified parts, including control chemicals.
Page 358: Vehicle Checks
Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See Doing Your Own Maintenance Records 0 466. Service Work Caution Warning Even small amounts of It can be dangerous to work on contamination can cause damage your vehicle if you do not have to vehicle systems.
Page 359: Overview
Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 4.3L V6 Engine...
Page 360 Vehicle Care 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See 9. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Jump Starting - North Checking Engine Oil under America 0 434. Engine Oil 0 363. 2. Battery - North America 0 382. 10. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0 380. 3.
Page 361 Vehicle Care 5.3L V8 Engine Shown, 6.2L V8 Engine Similar...
Page 362 Vehicle Care 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See 9. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Jump Starting - North Checking Engine Oil under America 0 434. Engine Oil 0 363. 2. Battery - North America 0 382. 10. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Adding Washer 3.
Page 363 Vehicle Care 6.0L V8 Engine...
Page 364: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See 9. Remote Negative ( ) Location. Engine Oil Jump Starting - North See Jump Starting - North For diesel engine vehicles, see America 0 434. America 0 434. Engine Oil in the Duramax diesel 2.
Page 365 Vehicle Care Checking Engine Oil what kind of oil to use. For engine Warning oil crankcase capacity, see It is a good idea to check the engine Capacities and Specifications 0 468. oil level at each fuel fill. In order to The engine oil dipstick handle get an accurate reading, the vehicle may be hot;...
Page 366 Vehicle Care Add enough oil to put the level Engine Oil Additives/Engine Caution somewhere in the proper operating Oil Flushes range. Push the dipstick all the way Failure to use the recommended Do not add anything to the oil. The back in when through.
Page 367: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care trash or pouring it on the ground, the oil life system might indicate that engine oil life to 100% after every oil into sewers, or into streams or an oil change is not necessary for change. It will not reset itself. To bodies of water.
Page 368: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Vehicle Care 3. Display the OIL LIFE dealer service department and have How to Check Automatic REMAINING on the DIC. If the it repaired before driving the vehicle Transmission Fluid display shows 100%, the further. system is reset. Caution Caution If the vehicle has a CHANGE Too much or too little fluid can ENGINE OIL SOON message and it...
Page 369 Vehicle Care three seconds in each range. Cold Check Procedure 2. Flip the handle up, then pull out Then, move the shift lever back the dipstick and wipe it with a Use this procedure only as a to P (Park). clean rag or paper towel.
Page 370 Vehicle Care operating temperature between 71 °C to 93 °C (160 °F to 200 °F). 7. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way, 1. Locate the transmission then flip the handle down to 5.
Page 371: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Vehicle Care Consistency of Readings service manual. See Service the Duramax diesel supplement for Publications Ordering the correct inspection and Always check the fluid level at least Information 0 481. replacement procedures. twice using the procedure described The engine air cleaner/filter is near previously.
Page 372: Cooling System
Vehicle Care the engine air cleaner/filter or 3. Disconnect the electrical Warning (Continued) components with water or connectors (2) and the compressed air. connector harness from the backfires. Use caution when cover. To inspect or replace the engine air working on the engine and do not cleaner/filter: 4.
Page 373 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Warning keep hands, clothing, and tools Heater and radiator hoses, and away from any engine other engine parts, can be very cooling fan. hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a leak.
Page 374: Engine Coolant
Vehicle Care Engine Coolant Warning (Continued) Caution The cooling system in the vehicle is ® overheat warning. The engine If improper coolant mixture, filled with DEX-COOL engine could catch fire and you or others inhibitors, or additives are used in coolant.
Page 375 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant Warning (Continued) The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the and it will burn if the engine parts passenger side of the vehicle. See are hot enough. Do not spill Engine Compartment coolant on a hot engine.
Page 376: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care 4. With the coolant surge tank Engine Overheating pressure cap off, start the If the vehicle has the Duramax engine and let it run until the diesel engine, see the Duramax engine coolant temperature diesel supplement. gauge indicates approximately 90 °C (195 °F).
Page 377 Vehicle Care If the decision is made not to lift the If there is an engine overheat Warning (Continued) hood when this warning appears, warning, but no steam is seen or get service help right away. See heard, the problem may not be too off and get everyone away from Roadside Assistance serious.
Page 378: Overheated Engine Protection
Vehicle Care displays, the vehicle can be driven. Overheated Engine Caution (Continued) Continue to drive the vehicle slowly Protection for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe attempting any repair. Repair the Operating Mode vehicle distance from the vehicle in cause of coolant loss, change the front.
Page 379: Power Steering Fluid
Vehicle Care This fan noise may also be heard Power Steering Fluid Wait for the power steering system when starting the engine. It will go to cool, with the engine off, before (1500 Series) away as the fan clutch partially checking the fluid.
Page 380: Washer Fluid
Vehicle Care What to Use Adding Washer Fluid Caution To determine what kind of fluid to The vehicle has a low washer fluid use, see Recommended Fluids and message on the DIC that comes on Do not use washer fluid that Lubricants 0 463.
Page 381: Brakes
Vehicle Care Replacing Brake System Parts Caution (Continued) Caution Always replace brake system parts with new, approved replacement freezing occurs, which could Continuing to drive with worn-out parts. If this is not done, the brakes damage the tank if it is brake pads could result in costly may not work properly.
Page 382 Vehicle Care There are only two reasons why the Warning brake fluid level in the reservoir may go down: If too much brake fluid is added, it Normal brake lining wear. When can spill on the engine and burn, new linings are installed, the if the engine is hot enough.
Page 383: Battery - North America
Vehicle Care Infrequent Usage: Remove the Warning Warning black, negative ( ) cable from the battery to keep the battery from The wrong or contaminated brake WARNING: Battery posts, running down. fluid could result in damage to the terminals, and related Extended Storage: Remove the brake system.
Page 384: Front Axle
Vehicle Care 1. Fill Plug Front Axle 2. Drain Plug 2. Drain Plug When to Check and Change To get an accurate reading, the Lubricant vehicle should be on a level It is not necessary to regularly surface. check front axle fluid unless a leak If the level is below the bottom of is suspected, or an unusual noise is the fill plug (1) hole, located on the...
Page 385: Rear Axle
Vehicle Care What to Use five minutes after the vehicle has been driven will appear to have a Refer to Recommended Fluids and lower fluid level than a vehicle that Lubricants 0 463 to determine what has been stationary for an hour or kind of lubricant to use.
Page 386: Noise Control System
Vehicle Care fill plug hole, located on the rear Noise Control System (GVWR) of more than 4 536 kg axle. Add only enough fluid to (10,000 lb). The noise control Noise Emission Warranty reach the proper level. system warranty is given in your warranty manual.
Page 387: Function Check
Vehicle Care Among those acts presumed to Removal of the exhaust pipes Automatic Transmission constitute tampering are the acts and exhaust pipe clamps. Shift Lock Control listed below. Function Check Starter Switch Check Insulation: Removal of the noise shields or any Warning Warning underhood insulation.
Page 388: Check
Vehicle Care Ignition Transmission Wiper Blade Replacement Warning (Continued) Lock Check Windshield wiper blades should be roll. Be ready to apply the regular inspected for wear or cracking. While parked and with the parking brake at once should the vehicle brake set, try to turn the ignition to Replacement blades come in begin to move.
Page 389: Glass Replacement
Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement should need no further adjustment. bulbs, contact your dealer. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, For any bulb-changing procedure the headlamp aim may be affected. not listed in this section, contact If adjustment to the headlamps is your dealer.
Page 390: Led Lighting
Vehicle Care Taillamps, Turn Signal, Warning (Continued) Stoplamps, and Back-Up any of the system components, Lamps you could be seriously injured. Have your dealer or a qualified technician service them. After an HID headlamp bulb has been replaced, the beam might be a slightly different shade than it was originally.
Page 391: Center High-Mounted
Vehicle Care Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp Pull the rear lamp assembly 8. Verify the retainer ring of straight back to remove it from attachment stud is pulled away the vehicle. from lamp. If the retainer ring is out of position, it will not 5.
Page 392: Replacement Bulbs
Vehicle Care To replace one of these bulbs: Electrical System Headlamp Wiring An electrical overload may cause High Voltage Devices and the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. Have the Wiring headlamp wiring checked right away For an eAssist vehicle, see the if the lamps go on and off or Silverado/Sierra eAssist...
Page 393: Fuses
Vehicle Care Fuses Engine Compartment Caution Fuse Block The wiring circuits in the vehicle are Spilling liquid on any electrical protected from short circuits by If the vehicle has a diesel engine, component on the vehicle may fuses. This greatly reduces the see the Duramax diesel damage it.
Page 394 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Instrument panel BEC 1 MSB passenger 4WD transfer case electronic control Electronic park brake Instrument panel BEC 2 MSB driver Rear window defogger Starter Cooling fan 1 Cooling fan 2 Left trailer stop/ Turn lamps Trailer parking lamps Trailer reverse Fuses...
Page 395 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuel pump Engine control O2 Sensor A module/Ignition Integrated chassis Engine control control module A/C clutch module Electronic Heated mirrors Interior heater suspension control Upfitter 1 Accessory power module module/TPM pump Center high-mount Fuel pump power stoplamp Front washer...
Page 396: (Right)
Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Relays Usage Block (Right) Trailer parking lamps Run/Crank Upfitter 1 Fuel pump 2 A/C control Starter Rear window defogger Engine control module Cooling fan clutch The right instrument panel fuse block access door is on the CKT 95 passenger side edge of the CKT 92...
Page 397 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Accessory power outlet 4 Body control module 4 Body control module 8 Rear seat entertainment Cargo lamp Steering wheel controls Radio Sunroof Airbag/Info Export/Power take off/ SEO battery 1 Obstacle detection/ USB ports Body control module 2 SEO battery 2 The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses...
Page 398: Block (Left)
Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Fuses Usage Block (Left) Rear sliding window Right door window motor Front blower Body control module 6 Body control module 7 Passenger seat Retained accessory power Rear sliding window open The left instrument panel fuse block access door is on the driver side Rear sliding window edge of the instrument panel.
Page 399 Vehicle Care Number Usage SEO/Retained accessory power Universal garage door opener/Interior rearview mirror Body control module 3 Body control module 5 Driver window switch/ Mirror switch Accessory power outlet/Retained accessory power Accessory power outlet battery Accessory power outlet 1/Cigarette lighter Discrete logic ignition switch The vehicle may not be equipped...
Page 400: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Number Usage Number Usage Tires HVAC/Auxiliary 4WD TREC Every new GM vehicle has HVAC/Ignition Left doors high-quality tires made by a Instrument cluster/ Driver power seat leading tire manufacturer. See Ignition sensing the warranty manual for Left heated, cooled or diagnostic module/ ventilated seats (if...
Page 401: All-Season Tires
Vehicle Care and weather conditions. Original Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire performance criteria Underinflated tires pose Replace any tires that have a TPC specification code the same danger as have been damaged by molded onto the sidewall. Original overloaded tires.
Page 402: Low-Profile Tires
Vehicle Care for details regarding winter tire Low-Profile Tires All-Terrain Tires availability and proper tire selection. If the vehicle has P275/55R20, This vehicle may have all-terrain Also, see Buying New Tires 0 417. tires. These tires provide good P285/50R20, or P285/45R22 With winter tires, there may be performance on most road surfaces, size tires, they are classified as...
Page 403 Vehicle Care GM's TPC specifications meet or tire size, and date the tire was exceed all federal safety manufactured. The TIN is guidelines. molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may (3) DOT (Department of have the date of manufacture. Transportation) Department of Transportation (5) Tire Ply Material...
Page 404 Vehicle Care (8) Temporary Use Only Only and service description. See the U.S. Department of use a temporary spare tire until Tire Size illustration later in this Transportation Motor Vehicle the road tire is repaired and section for more detail. Safety Standards.
Page 405: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care (7) Single Tire Maximum the tire size means a passenger (5) Rim Diameter Diameter of Load Maximum load that can vehicle tire engineered to the wheel in inches. be carried and the maximum standards set by the U.S. Tire (6) Service Description These pressure needed to support that...
Page 406: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Vehicle Care (2) Tire Width The three-digit (7) Service Description Aspect Ratio The relationship number indicates the tire section service description indicates the of a tire's height to its width. width in millimeters from load index and speed rating of a Belt A rubber coated layer of sidewall to sidewall.
Page 407 Vehicle Care maximum capacity of fuel, oil, Intended Outboard Sidewall Maximum Loaded Vehicle and coolant, but without The side of an asymmetrical tire Weight The sum of curb passengers and cargo. that must always face outward weight, accessory weight, when mounted on a vehicle. vehicle capacity weight, and DOT Markings A code molded...
Page 408 Vehicle Care Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Traction The friction between Vehicle Capacity Weight tire used on passenger cars and the tire and the road surface. number of designated seating some light duty trucks and The amount of grip provided. positions multiplied by multipurpose vehicles.
Page 409: Tire Pressure
Vehicle Care Tire Pressure load the vehicle with more Caution (Continued) weight than it was designed to Tires need the correct amount of carry. Poor handling. air pressure to operate When to Check effectively. Rough ride. Check the tires once a month Needless damage from Caution or more.
Page 410: Operation
Vehicle Care matches the recommended Tire Pressure for the vehicle at speeds of 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher. Set the cold tire pressure on the Tire and High-Speed Operation inflation pressure to 20 kPa (3 psi) Loading Information label, no above the recommended cold tire further adjustment is necessary.
Page 411: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care indicated on the vehicle placard or not reached the level to trigger alternate tires and wheels allow the tire inflation pressure label, you illumination of the TPMS low tire TPMS to continue to function should determine the proper tire pressure telltale.
Page 412 Vehicle Care and displays, see Driver Information Caution Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 148 or Driver Information Center (DIC) Tire sealant materials are not all (Uplevel) 0 150 the same. A non-approved tire and Tire Messages 0 159. sealant could damage the TPMS The low tire pressure warning light sensors.
Page 413 Vehicle Care cycle until the problem is corrected. the sensor matching process is more of the TPMS sensors. Also, Some of the conditions that can performed successfully. See the TPMS sensor matching process cause these to come on are: your dealer for service. should be performed after replacing a spare tire with a road tire One of the road tires has been...
Page 414 Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching 5. If the vehicle has an uplevel 8. Proceed to the passenger side process is: front tire, and repeat the DIC, press and hold the procedure in Step 7. (Set/Reset) button located in 1. Set the parking brake. the center of the DIC controls.
Page 415: Tire Inspection
Vehicle Care Tire Inspection Tire Rotation We recommend that the tires, Tires should be rotated every including the spare tire, if the 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See vehicle has one, be inspected Maintenance Schedule 0 454. for signs of wear or damage at Tires are rotated to achieve a least once a month.
Page 416 Vehicle Care The outer tire on a dual wheel setup generally wears faster than the inner tire. Tires last longer and wear more evenly if they are rotated. See Tire Inspection 0 414 and Tire Rotation 0 414. Also see Maintenance Schedule 0 454.
Page 417: When It Is Time For New
Vehicle Care When installing dual wheels, Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Warning (Continued) check that the vent holes in the Tools under Tire inner and outer wheels on each Changing 0 424. an emergency, a cloth or a paper side are lined up.
Page 418: Buying New Tires
Vehicle Care treadwear indicators. See Tire slow aging. This area should be free vehicle, including brake system Inspection 0 414 and Tire Rotation of grease, gasoline, or other performance, ride and handling, 0 414 for additional information. substances that can deteriorate traction control, and tire rubber.
Page 419 Vehicle Care See Tire Rotation 0 414 for Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) information on proper tire rotation. However, if it is vehicle damage. Use the suddenly and cause a crash. necessary to replace only one correct size, brand, and type Use only radial-ply tires with axle set of worn tires, place the of tires on all wheels.
Page 420: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Vehicle Care Spec rated tires are installed. applies only to vehicles sold in Warning See Tire Pressure Monitor the United States. The grades System 0 409. are molded on the sidewalls of If different sized wheels are used, most passenger car tires. The there may not be an acceptable The Tire and Loading Uniform Tire Quality Grading...
Page 421 Vehicle Care Quality grades can be found norm due to variations in driving to the generation of heat and its where applicable on the tire habits, service practices and ability to dissipate heat when sidewall between tread shoulder differences in road tested under controlled and maximum section width.
Page 422: Wheel Alignment And Tire
Vehicle Care Wheel Alignment and Tire Some aluminum wheels can be Caution repaired. See your dealer if any of Balance these conditions exist. The wrong wheel can also cause The tires and wheels were aligned Your dealer will know the kind of problems with bearing life, brake and balanced at the factory to wheel that is needed.
Page 423: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care Used Replacement Wheels Warning (Continued) Caution Warning proper amount of clearance can If the vehicle does not have dual cause damage to the brakes, wheels and has a tire size other Replacing a wheel with a used suspension, or other vehicle than 265/65R18, P265/65R18, one is dangerous.
Page 424: If A Tire Goes Flat
Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat Warning Warning (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blowout Driving on a flat tire will cause be badly injured or killed if the while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire. vehicle slips off the jack.
Page 425: Tire Changing
Vehicle Care Tire Changing Warning (Continued) Removing the Spare Tire and 2. Put an automatic Tools transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 3. For four-wheel-drive vehicles, be sure the transfer case is in a drive 1.
Page 426 Vehicle Care 2. Turn the wing nut counterclockwise to remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer. 3. Turn the wing nut used to retain the storage bag and tools counterclockwise to remove it. Use the jack handle extensions and the wheel wrench to remove the underbody-mounted spare tire.
Page 427 Vehicle Care 5. Hoist Shaft 6. Jack Handle Extensions 7. Wheel Wrench 8. Spare Tire Lock (If Equipped) 9. Hoist Shaft Access Hole 10. Hoist End of Extension Tool 1. Open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper and use the 3.
Page 428 Vehicle Care Removing the Flat Tire and 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Installing the Spare Tire Flat 0 423 for more information. Use the following pictures and instructions to remove the flat tire and raise the vehicle.
Page 429 Vehicle Care 3. Use the wheel wrench and turn it counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts. Do not remove the wheel nuts yet. Front Position All Other Models Rear Position 1500 Models If the flat tire is on the front of 5.
Page 430 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 431 Vehicle Care 11. Tighten each wheel nut by Warning (Continued) hand. Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the nuts until running wheels, piloting pad the wheel is held against damage may occur and require the hub. replacement of the entire hub, for 12.
Page 432 Vehicle Care For vehicles with dual wheels, have Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Caution a technician check the wheel nut and Tools tightness of all wheels with a torque Improperly tightened wheel nuts wrench after the first 160, 1 600 and Warning can lead to brake pulsation and 10 000 km (100, 1,000 and 6,000 mi).
Page 433 Vehicle Care 3. Hoist Cable Caution 4. Hoist Assembly 5. Hoist Shaft The tire hoist can be damaged if 6. Jack Handle Extensions there is no tension on the cable 7. Wheel Wrench when using it. To have the 8. Spare Tire Lock (If necessary tension, the spare or Equipped) road tire and wheel assembly...
Page 434: Full-Size Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 5. Raise the tire part way upward. To store the jack and jack tools: 3. Assemble the wheel blocks (2) Make sure the retainer is and jack (7) together with the seated in the wheel opening. wing nut (1) and retaining bolt (8).
Page 435: Jump Starting Jump Starting - North
Vehicle Care 112 km/h (70 mph), or 88 km/h four-wheel drive and a different size Jump Starting (55 mph) when pulling a trailer, at spare tire is installed, drive only in the proper inflation pressure. Repair two-wheel drive. Jump Starting - North and replace the road tire as soon as After installing the spare tire on the America...
Page 436 Vehicle Care may not be able to get enough Warning (Continued) Caution power from a single battery in another vehicle to start your the State of California to cause Ignoring these steps could result diesel engine. If your vehicle cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER in costly damage to the vehicle has more than one battery, HANDLING.
Page 437 Vehicle Care four-wheel-drive vehicle, be The positive (+) terminal is Warning (Continued) sure the transfer case is in a under a red plastic cover at the drive gear, not in N (Neutral). positive battery post. To and some have been blinded. uncover the positive (+) Use a flashlight if you need more terminal, open the red plastic...
Page 438 Vehicle Care go to positive (+) or to a remote Do not let the other end touch positive (+) terminal if the anything until the next step. vehicle has one. Negative ( ) 10. Connect the other end of the will go to a heavy, unpainted negative ( ) cable.
Page 439 Vehicle Care Caution If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other 6.0L...
Page 440: Towing
Vehicle Care Towing the Vehicle dinghy and dolly towing. Dinghy Dinghy Towing towing is towing the vehicle with all Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles four wheels on the ground. Dolly Caution towing is towing the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two Incorrectly towing a disabled wheels on a dolly.
Page 441 Vehicle Care Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles To dinghy tow: Caution 1. Position the vehicle being towed behind the tow vehicle, Failure to disconnect the negative facing forward and on a level battery cable or to have it contact surface. the terminals can cause damage to the vehicle.
Page 442 Vehicle Care 11. With a foot on the brake pedal, 6. Check that the vehicle is in Dolly Towing release the parking brake. Two-Wheel Drive High by Front Towing (Front Wheels Off Keep the ignition key in the shifting the transmission to the Ground) Two-Wheel-Drive towed vehicle in ACC/...
Page 443 Vehicle Care Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not To dolly tow a four-wheel-drive 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly be towed with the rear wheels on vehicle from the front: following the manufacturer's the ground. Two-wheel-drive instructions. 1. Attach the dolly to the tow transmissions have no provisions vehicle following the dolly 7.
Page 444 Vehicle Care Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off 5. Use a clamping device 4. Secure the vehicle to the dolly designed for towing to ensure following the manufacturer's the Ground) that the front wheels are locked instructions. Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles into the straight position. 5.
Page 445: Exterior Care
Vehicle Care Appearance Care Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) Exterior Care your dealer. Follow all This could cause damage that manufacturer directions regarding would not be covered by the Locks correct product usage, necessary vehicle warranty. safety precautions, and Locks are lubricated at the factory. Use a de-icing agent only when appropriate disposal of any If using an automatic car wash,...
Page 446 Vehicle Care Finish Care The bright metal moldings on the Caution vehicle are aluminum, chrome or Application of aftermarket clearcoat stainless steel. To prevent damage sealant/wax materials is not Machine compounding or always follow these cleaning recommended. If painted surfaces aggressive polishing on a instructions: are damaged, see your dealer to...
Page 447 Vehicle Care rinse the bedliner surface following Lamp covers are made of plastic, Caution a chemical spill to avoid permanent and some have a UV protective damage. coating. Do not clean or wipe them Using wax on low gloss black while they are dry.
Page 448 Vehicle Care Replace the wiper blades if they are Caution (Continued) Caution worn or damaged. Damage can be caused by extreme dusty or tires. When applying a tire To avoid surface damage, do not conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, dressing, always wipe off any use strong soaps, chemicals, snow, and ice.
Page 449 Vehicle Care Steering, Suspension, and with power assist steps, extend Caution them and then use a high pressure Chassis Components wash to clean all joints and gaps. Lubrication of applicable steering/ Visually inspect steering, Do not directly power wash the suspension, and chassis suspension points should not be transfer case and/or front/rear axle...
Page 450: Interior Care
Vehicle Care corrosion. Larger areas of finish Use cleaners specifically designed A concentrated soap solution will damage can be corrected in your for the surfaces being cleaned to create streaks and attract dirt. dealer's body and paint shop. prevent permanent damage. Apply Do not use solutions that contain cleaners directly to the cleaning strong or caustic soap.
Page 451 Vehicle Care Speaker Covers To clean: using a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter. If ring 1. Saturate a clean, lint-free Vacuum around a speaker cover formation occurs, clean the entire colorfast cloth with water. gently, so that the speaker will not fabric or carpet.
Page 452 Vehicle Care Caution Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) Do not attach a device with a Wipe excess moisture from these the vehicle, blot immediately and suction cup to the display. This surfaces after cleaning and allow clean with a soft cloth dampened may cause damage and would them to dry naturally.
Page 453: Floor Mats
Vehicle Care Floor Mats Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is not equipped with a floor mat retainer on the driver Warning side floor. If a floor mat is the wrong size or Use the floor mat with the correct side up.
Page 454: 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 455: Maintenance Schedule
Service and Maintenance keep the vehicle in good working Severe Service Maintenance condition, improves fuel economy, In addition to the normal service Schedule and reduces vehicle emissions. schedule, some vehicles require Because of the way people use service more often. Severe service Owner Checks and Services vehicles, maintenance needs vary.
Page 456 Service and Maintenance a year and the oil life system must Tire Rotation and Required Inspect tire wear. See Tire be reset. Your trained dealer Inspection 0 414. Services Every 12 000 km/ technician can perform this work. 7,500 mi Visually check for fluid leaks.
Page 457 Service and Maintenance Lubricate body components. See Verify spare tire key lock Exterior Care 0 444. operation and lubricate as needed. See Tire Check starter switch. See Starter Changing 0 424. Switch Check 0 386. Check automatic transmission shift lock control function. See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 0 386.
Page 458 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 459 Service and Maintenance (3) Or every four years, whichever comes first. If driving in dusty conditions, inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed. (4) Do not directly power wash the transfer case and/or front/rear axle output seals.
Page 460 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 461: Maintenance And Care
Service and Maintenance (3) Or every four years, whichever Special Application Additional comes first. If driving in dusty Services Maintenance and Care conditions, inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed. Vehicles with Dual Wheels: Your vehicle is an important (4) Do not directly power wash the Check dual wheel nut torque at investment and caring for it properly...
Page 462 Service and Maintenance To avoid break-down or failure to Trained dealer technicians have Lamps start the vehicle, maintain a access to tools and equipment Properly working headlamps, battery with full cranking power. to inspect the brakes and taillamps, and brake lamps are recommend quality parts Trained dealer technicians have important to see and be seen on...
Page 463 Service and Maintenance of leaking, blown seals, information on how to clean and Wiper Blades or damage, and can advise protect the vehicle s interior and Wiper blades need to be cleaned when service is needed. exterior, see Interior Care 0 449 and and kept in good condition to Exterior Care 0 444.
Page 464: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants This maintenance section applies to vehicles with a gasoline engine. If the vehicle has a diesel engine and/or an Allison Transmission, see the recommended fluids and lubricants section in the Duramax diesel supplement. Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Page 465 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Floor Shift Linkage Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2 Category LB or GC-LB. Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Page 466: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 22845992...
Page 467: 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 468: Technical Data
Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label Vehicle Identification This label, on the inside of the glove Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) box, has the following information: Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ....467 Number (VIN).
Page 469 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 463. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and...
Page 470 Technical Data Capacities Application Metric English Fuel Tank 1500 Series Standard and Short Box 98.4 L 26.0 gal 1500 Series Long Box 128.7 L 34.0 gal 2500 Series and 3500 Series Standard Box 136.3 L 36.0 gal 2500 Series and 3500 Series Long Box 136.3 L 36.0 gal 3500 Series Chassis Cab...
Page 471 Technical Data Engine Specifications (cont'd) Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 4.3L V6 (LV1) 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in) 5.3L V8 (L83) 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in) 6.0L V8 (L96) 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in) 6.2L V8 (L86) 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in)
Page 472: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 6.0L V8 Engines If the vehicle has a diesel engine, V6 Engines see the Duramax diesel supplement. 5.3L and 6.2L V8 Engines...
Page 473: Customer Information
Privacy Procedure ....472 GMC. Normally, any concerns with Vehicle Data Recording and Customer Assistance the sales transaction or the Privacy .
Page 474 40 days. If you do not agree with the When contacting GMC, remember decision given in your case, you STEP THREE Canadian that your concern will likely be...
Page 475: Offices
1908 Colonel Sam Drive completed in about 70 days. We However, if a customer wishes to Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 believe our impartial program offers write or e-mail GMC, the letter www.gmc.ca advantages over courts in most should be addressed to: 1-800-263-3777 (English)
Page 476: Online Owner Center
GMC Owner Centre (Canada) Users diagnostic information. Schedule gmcowner.ca service appointments. To assist customers who are deaf, Take a trip to the GMC Owner hard of hearing, or speech-impaired (Service History) : View and Centre: and who use Text Telephones print dealer-recorded service...
Page 477: Program
Calling for Assistance reimbursement of eligible General Motors North America and When calling Roadside Assistance, aftermarket adaptive equipment GMC reserve the right to make any have the following information required for the vehicle, such as changes or discontinue the ready:...
Page 478 Services Not Included in registration is required. Road or Highway: Tow to the Roadside Assistance nearest GMC dealer for warranty Trip Interruption Benefits and Impound towing caused by service, or if the vehicle was in a Assistance: Must be over violation of any laws.
Page 479: Appointments
Customer Information to Roadside Assistance. If your dealer requests you to bring furnished with each new vehicle Mechanical failures may be the vehicle for service, you are provides detailed warranty coverage covered, however any cost for information. urged to do so as early in the work parts and labor for repairs not day as possible to allow for Transportation Options...
Page 480: Collision Damage Repair
Customer Information and be supported by original Additional Program Collision Parts receipts. See your dealer for Information Genuine GM Collision parts are new information. parts made with the same materials All program options, such as shuttle and construction methods as the Courtesy Rental Vehicle service, may not be available at parts with which the vehicle was...
Page 481 Customer Information Aftermarket collision parts are also Insuring the Vehicle parts. Read the lease carefully, as available. These are made by you may be charged at the end of Protect your investment in the GM companies other than GM and may the lease for poor quality repairs.
Page 482: Information
Customer Information Vehicle make, model, and original GM parts. Remember, Service Publications model year. recycled parts will not be covered by Ordering Information the GM vehicle warranty. Vehicle Identification Service Manuals Number (VIN). Insurance pays the bill for the repair, but you must live with the repair.
Page 483: Statement
Customer Information In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Prices are subject to change without Changes or modifications to any of Owner Manual, and Warranty notice and without incurring these systems by other than an Manual. authorized service facility could void obligation. Allow ample time for delivery.
Page 484: Reporting Safety Defects
1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. (1-800-462-8782), or write: Washington, D.C. 20590 If you believe that your vehicle GMC Customer Assistance Center has a defect which could cause You can also obtain other P.O. Box 33172 a crash or could cause injury or...
Page 485: Privacy
Customer Information Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a better understanding of the Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to Note record, in certain crash or near The vehicle has a number of...
Page 486: Infotainment System
Customer Information GM will not access these data or OnStar Terms and Conditions and share it with others except: with the Privacy Statement on the OnStar consent of the vehicle owner or, website. if the vehicle is leased, with the See OnStar Additional consent of the lessee;...
Page 487: 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 ... . . 486 next to the OnStar buttons.
Page 488: Emergency
OnStar ® Obtain the Wi-Fi hotspot name OnStar Services Security or SSID and password, If equipped, OnStar provides these if equipped. Emergency services: Press to connect to an Emergency Services require an With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Advisor to: active, OnStar subscription plan OnStar Advisors can use GPS to Verify account information or (excludes Basic Plan).
Page 489: 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 490 OnStar 4G LTE speed. Up to seven mobile OnStar Subscribers can access the Remote Services devices can be connected. A data following services from a mobile Contact an OnStar Advisor to plan is required. Use the in-vehicle device: unlock the doors or sound the horn controls only when it is safe to Remotely start/stop the vehicle, and flash the lamps.
Page 491: Diagnostics
OnStar Calling 911 Emergency Diagnostics OnStar Additional Information 1. Press . System responds: Advanced Diagnostics provides a status of the vehicle s key systems OnStar ready. In-Vehicle Audio Messages with a monthly e-mail, or by 2. Say Call. System responds: pressing .
Page 492 OnStar Reactivation for Subsequent See Radio Frequency Press to speak with an Statement 0 482. Owners Advisor. Services for People with OnStar services cannot work unless Press and follow the prompts to Disabilities the vehicle is in a place where speak to an Advisor as soon as OnStar has an agreement with a possible.
Page 493 OnStar OnStar Personal Identification vehicle has not been started for Cellular and GPS Antennas five days, OnStar can contact Number (PIN) Cellular reception is required for Roadside Assistance or a locksmith OnStar to send remote signals to A PIN is needed to access some to help gain access to the vehicle.
Page 494 OnStar Add-on Electrical Equipment statement or separately disclosed at may unlawfully intercept or access the time of installation. These transmissions and private The OnStar system is integrated updates or changes may also cause communications without consent. into the electrical architecture of the a system to automatically vehicle.
Page 495 OnStar above copyright notice and this unzip: This software is provided as is, permission notice appear in all without warranty of any kind, This is version 2005-Feb-10 of the copies. express or implied. In no event shall Info-ZIP copyright and license. The Info-ZIP or its contributors be held THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED definitive version of this document...
Page 496 OnStar self-extracting archive; that is the Zip-Bugs or Info-ZIP e-mail permitted without inclusion of addresses or of the this license, as long as the Info-ZIP URL(s). normal SFX banner has not 4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use been removed from the binary the names Info-ZIP, Zip, or disabled.
Page 497: Index
Index Index Airbag System (cont'd) What Makes an Airbag Accessories and Inflate? ......77 Modifications ....356 What Will You See after an Accessory Power .
Page 498 Index Antilock Brake System Automatic Transmission (cont'd) Brakes (cont'd) (ABS) (cont'd) Shift Lock Control Function Fluid ......380 Warning Light .
Page 499 Index California (cont'd) Check Control ......305 Perchlorate Materials Ignition Transmission Lock . . . 387 Traction and Electronic Requirements .
Page 500 Index Driving (cont'd) Engine (cont'd) Hill and Mountain Roads ..266 Compartment Overview ..358 Damage Repair, Collision ..479 If the Vehicle is Stuck ..268 Coolant .
Page 501 Index Forward Collision Alert Fuses (cont'd) Instrument Panel Fuse (FCA) System ....312 Four-Wheel Drive ..293, 382 Block .
Page 502 Index High-Speed Operation ..409 Internet Radio Hill and Mountain Roads ..266 Pandora ..... . 199 Halogen Bulbs .
Page 503 Index Lamps (cont'd) Lights (cont'd) Low Fuel Warning Light ..146 Brake System Warning ..142 Reading ..... . 181 Low-Profile Tires .
Page 504 Index ® Messages (cont'd) Mirrors (cont'd) OnStar Additional Trailer Tow ..... . 46 Engine Oil ....155 Information .
Page 505 Index Parking (cont'd) Power (cont'd) Rearview Mirrors ....49 Mirrors ......46 Brake and P (Park) Automatic Dimming .
Page 506 Index Reporting Safety Defects (cont'd) Safety Belts (cont'd) Security (cont'd) ® OnStar General Motors ....483 Messages ....158 .
Page 507 Index Signals, Turn and Storage Areas (cont'd) Tires ......399 Instrument Panel ....117 Lane-Change .
Page 508 Index Tow/Haul Mode ....292 Transportation Program, Vehicle (cont'd) Tow/Haul Mode Light ... 144 Courtesy .
Page 509 Index Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance . . 421 Different Size ....419 Replacement ....421 When It Is Time for New Tires .

GMC 2016 Sierra Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

In Brief 5 in Brief Vehicle Features Performance and Maintenance

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Initial Drive Information

Vehicle Features

Eassist Features

Keys, Doors, and

Keys and Locks

Doors

Vehicle Security

Exterior Mirrors

Interior Mirrors

Windows

Roof

Seats and

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Front Seats

Rear Seats

Safety Belts

Airbag System

Instruments and

174 Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting

Exterior Lamp Controls

Exterior Lighting

Headlamp High/Low-Beam

Exterior Lamps off

Automatic Headlamp

Daytime Running

Flash-To-Pass

Hazard Warning Flashers

Turn and Lane-Change

Fog Lamps

Auxiliary Roof-Mounted Lamp

Interior Lighting

Lighting Features

Infotainment

Introduction

Overview (Base Radio with

Radio

Voice Recognition

Phone

Quick Links

Chapters

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