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  • Page 1 Yukon/Yukon XL/Denali Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ..... . 2 In Brief ......5 Keys, Doors, and Windows .

  • Page 3: Introduction

    GM, the GM logo, GMC, the Keep this manual in the vehicle for GMC Truck Emblem, YUKON, and Danger, Warning, and quick reference.
  • Page 4 Introduction A circle with a slash through it is a : Adjustable Pedals Danger safety symbol which means Do : Airbag Readiness Light Not, Do not do this, or Do not let Danger indicates a hazard with a this happen. : Antilock Brake System (ABS) high level of risk which will result : Audio Steering Wheel Controls...
  • Page 5 Introduction : Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors : Power : Remote Vehicle Start : Safety Belt Reminders : Tire Pressure Monitor : Tow/Haul Mode ® : Traction Control/StabiliTrak : Under Pressure : Windshield Washer Fluid...

  • Page 6: In Brief

    In Brief In Brief Four-Wheel Drive ....19 Driving for Better Fuel Economy ..... 26 Vehicle Features Roadside Assistance Infotainment System .

  • Page 7: Instrument Panel

    In Brief Instrument Panel...
  • Page 8 In Brief 1. Air Vents 0 196. 5. Favorite Switches (Out of 13. Rear Climate Control Buttons. View). See Steering Wheel See Rear Climate Control 2. Head-Up Display (HUD) 0 155 System 0 195. Controls in the infotainment (If Equipped). manual.

  • Page 9: Initial Drive Information

    In Brief 22. Automatic Transfer Case Knob Initial Drive (If Equipped). See Four-Wheel Information Drive 0 233. 23. Parking Brake 0 237. This section provides a brief overview about some of the 24. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 181. important features that may or may Fog Lamps 0 186 (If not be on your specific vehicle.

  • Page 10: Remote Vehicle Start

    In Brief When the vehicle starts, the parking : Press and release to initiate lamps will turn on. vehicle locate. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds Remote start can be extended. three times. Canceling a Remote Start Press and hold for more than To cancel a remote start, do one of...

  • Page 11: Liftgate

    In Brief Pulling the door handle once will See Door Locks 0 41. Liftgate unlock that door. Pulling the Keyless Access handle again will unlatch it. If equipped with Keyless Access, To lock or unlock the doors from the RKE transmitter must be within outside the vehicle press 1 m (3 ft) of the driver door.

  • Page 12: Windows

    In Brief Use the pull cup to lower and close Windows Seat Adjustment the liftgate. Do not press the touch Power Seats pad while closing the liftgate. This will cause the liftgate to be unlatched. Power Liftgate Operation If equipped with a power liftgate, the switch is on the overhead console.

  • Page 13: Memory Features

    In Brief Reclining Seatbacks Lumbar Adjustment Memory Features To recline the seatback: To adjust the lumbar support: The SET, 1, 2, and (Exit) buttons Tilt the top of the control Press and hold the control on the driver door are used to rearward to recline.

  • Page 14: Second Row Seats

    In Brief See Memory Seats 0 66 and Heated and Ventilated See Heated and Ventilated Front Vehicle Personalization 0 170. Seats 0 68. Seats Second Row Seats Head Restraint Adjustment The second row seatbacks can be folded for additional cargo space, Do not drive until the head restraints or the seats can be folded and for all occupants are installed and...

  • Page 15: Safety Belts

    In Brief Safety Belts Passenger Sensing The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead System console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 142. Mirror Adjustment Interior Mirror United States Adjustment Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle.

  • Page 16: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    In Brief Exterior Mirrors Folding Mirrors Steering Wheel Adjustment The outside mirrors can be folded Power Mirrors inward to prevent damage when Power Tilt and Telescoping going through an automatic car Steering Wheel wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle.

  • Page 17: Throttle And Brake Pedal

    In Brief Throttle and Brake Pedal The vehicle may have a memory DOOR : The lamps come on function, which lets pedal settings automatically when a door is Adjustment be saved and recalled. See Memory opened. If equipped, the position of the Seats 0 66.

  • Page 18: Exterior Lighting

    In Brief The exterior lamp control is on the Windshield Wiper/Washer instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. There are four positions. : Turns off the automatic headlamps and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). Turn the headlamp control to the off position again to turn the automatic headlamps or The windshield wiper control is on Press...

  • Page 19: Climate Controls

    In Brief FRONT band up for more frequent Climate Controls 9. RCTRL (Rear Climate Control wipes or down for less frequent Lockout) This system controls the heating, wipes. 10. Rear Temperature Control cooling, and ventilation. To turn on Rainsense, press 11.

  • Page 20: Transmission

    In Brief Transmission While using Range Selection Mode, The different drive options that may cruise control and the Tow/Haul be available are described following. Range Selection Mode Mode can be used. 2 (Two-Wheel Drive High) : This Grade Braking is not available when setting is used for driving in most Range Selection Mode is active.

  • Page 21: Vehicle Features

    In Brief N (Neutral) : Shift to this setting Vehicle Features Cruise Control only when towing the vehicle. See Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 361 Infotainment System or Trailer Towing 0 271. See the infotainment manual for See Four-Wheel Drive 0 233. information on the radio, audio players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition.

  • Page 22: Driver Information

    In Brief Forward Automatic : Press to disengage cruise : Press to move between control without erasing the set the interactive display zones in the Braking (FAB) speed from memory. cluster. If the vehicle has Forward Collision See Cruise Control 0 242 or : Press to open a menu or select Alert (FCA), it also has FAB, which Adaptive Cruise Control 0 244 (If...

  • Page 23: Lane Change Alert (Lca)

    In Brief it detects that you are actively Rear Vision Parking Assist steering. Override LKA by turning Camera (RVC) If equipped, Rear Parking the steering wheel. LKA uses a Assist (RPA) uses sensors on the camera to detect lane markings If equipped, RVC displays a view of rear bumper to assist with parking between 60 km/h (37 mph) and...

  • Page 24: Universal Remote System

    In Brief The vehicle may have up to five Lift the cover to access and replace See Universal Remote accessory power outlets: when not in use. System 0 177. See Power Outlets 0 130. Vehicles with a Center Console Sunroof One in front of the cupholders on Universal Remote System the center console.

  • Page 25: Performance And Maintenance

    In Brief Slide Switch Tilt Switch Performance and Express-Open/Express-Close : To Vent : From the closed position, Maintenance express-open the sunroof, fully press (2) to vent the sunroof. press and release (1). To Press (2) to close the Traction Control/ express-close the sunroof, fully sunroof vent.

  • Page 26: Tire Pressure Monitor

    In Brief in the instrument cluster and the the tires to the recommended Regular Fuel appropriate DIC message pressure shown on the Tire and Use only unleaded gasoline rated displays. See Ride Control Loading Information label. See 87 octane or higher in your vehicle. System Messages 0 165.

  • Page 27: E85 Or Flexfuel

    In Brief E85 or FlexFuel Resetting the Oil Life System Driving for Better Fuel Economy To reset the engine oil life system: 1. Display REMAINING OIL LIFE Driving habits can affect fuel on the DIC. See Driver mileage. Here are some driving tips Information Center (DIC) 0 152.

  • Page 28: Roadside Assistance

    In Brief Follow recommended scheduled maintenance. Roadside Assistance Program U.S.: 1-888-881-3302 TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438 Canada: 1-800-268-6800 New GMC owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance Program. See Roadside Assistance Program 0 395.

  • Page 29: Keys, Doors, And Windows

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Immobilizer ....52 Keys and Locks Immobilizer Operation (Key Windows Access) ..... . 52 Keys (Key Access) Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access) .
  • Page 30 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 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming with Two If a key is lost or damaged, see your Recognized Keys (Key dealer to have a new key made. Vehicles Only) Programming without Recognized To program a new key: Keys (Key Vehicles Only) 1.

  • Page 32: Keys (Keyless Access)

    Keys, Doors, and Windows and all previously known keys Keys (Keyless Access) will no longer work with the vehicle. Warning 6. To learn the second key, turn to LOCK/OFF, insert the second Leaving children in a vehicle with key to be learned, and turn to an ignition key or Remote ON/RUN.

  • Page 33: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Keyless Entry Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) See Radio Frequency Statement 0 401. The RKE transmitter functions may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from If there is a decrease in the Remote the vehicle.
  • Page 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows flash or for at least four seconds. may come on and stay on for : Press twice to open the The engine may be started from 20 seconds or until the ignition is liftglass. outside the vehicle using the RKE turned on.

  • Page 35: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Battery Replacement 1. Separate and remove the back Remote Keyless Entry cover of the transmitter with a (RKE) System Operation Replace the battery in the flat, thin object, such as a coin. transmitter soon if the REPLACE (Keyless Access) BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY The Keyless Access system allows...
  • Page 36 Keys, Doors, and Windows If enabled in vehicle personalization, when is pressed again within the turn signal lamps flash twice to three seconds. See Vehicle indicate unlocking has occurred. Personalization 0 170. If enabled through vehicle If the driver door is open when personalization, the exterior lamps pressed all doors will lock and then may turn on.
  • Page 37 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Unlocking/Locking from Pressing the lock/unlock button will : Press and release to initiate the Driver Door cause all doors to lock if any of the vehicle locate. The turn signal following occur: lamps flash and the horn sounds When the doors are locked and the three times.
  • Page 38 Keys, Doors, and Windows Passive Locking three chimes are heard. Passive replacement can be purchased and locking will then remain disabled programmed through your dealer. If equipped with Keyless Access, The vehicle can be reprogrammed until on the interior door is this feature will lock the vehicle so that lost or stolen transmitters no pressed, or until the vehicle is...
  • Page 39 Keys, Doors, and Windows counterclockwise, to the unlock 5. Press ENGINE START/STOP. 30 minutes to complete. The vehicle position, five times within When the transmitter is must be off and all transmitters to 10 seconds. learned, the DIC display will be programmed must be with you.
  • Page 40 Keys, Doors, and Windows vehicle. Remaining transmitters 6. Press ENGINE START/STOP. START YOUR VEHICLE when can be relearned during the When the transmitter is starting the vehicle. See Key and next steps. learned, the DIC display will Lock Messages 0 162. show that it is ready to program The DIC display should now To start the vehicle:...

  • Page 41: Remote Vehicle Start

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Battery Replacement 1. With the key removed, insert a Remote Vehicle Start flat, thin object in the center of Replace the battery in the The climate control system will the transmitter to separate and transmitter soon if the REPLACE come on when the vehicle is started remove the back cover.

  • Page 42: 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. Repeat flashers. Steps 1 and 2 for a 10-minute The coolant temperature gets Turn the ignition on and then off.

  • Page 43: Power Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows To lock or unlock the doors from Power Door Locks Warning (Continued) inside the vehicle: Press on the Remote Young children who get into Press on the power door Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. unlocked vehicles may be lock switch.

  • Page 44: Delayed Locking

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Delayed Locking Shift the transmission into number of RKE transmitters inside P (Park). has not reduced, the driver door will When locking the doors with the unlock and the horn will sound three Automatic door locking cannot be power lock switch and a door or the times.

  • Page 45: Safety Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Safety Locks Doors Warning (Continued) The rear door safety locks prevent Liftgate and set the fan speed to the passengers from opening the rear highest setting. See doors from inside the vehicle. Climate Control Systems Warning in the Index.
  • Page 46 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Liftgate There will be a delay in the release Power Liftgate Operation of the liftglass if there is an attempt to open it while the rear wiper is in Warning motion. You or others could be injured if Use the pull cup to lower and close caught in the path of the power the liftgate.
  • Page 47 Keys, Doors, and Windows Press twice quickly on the Press on the bottom edge of RKE transmitter until the liftgate the liftgate next to the latch to moves. close. Press any liftgate button, the touch Press on the overhead pad, or on the RKE transmitter console.
  • Page 48 Keys, Doors, and Windows time. If this occurs, the liftgate can strut failure. This could also activate sensor, the liftgate will reverse still be operated manually. Select the falling liftgate detection feature. direction and stop at a partially open OFF on the liftgate switch. Allow the liftgate to complete its position.
  • Page 49 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Operation Hands-Free Operation Select OFF to manually operate the If equipped with Hands-Free Vehicle liftgate. See Manual Liftgate at the Access, the liftgate may be beginning of this section. operated with a kicking motion under the rear bumper. Caution The liftgate will not operate if the RKE transmitter is not within...

  • Page 50: Power Assist Steps

    Keys, Doors, and Windows When closing the liftgate using this Caution feature, there will be a short delay. The rear lights will flash and a Splashing water may cause the chime will sound. Step away from liftgate to open. Keep the RKE the liftgate before it starts moving.

  • Page 51: Vehicle Security

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Vehicle Security Arming the Alarm System by pressing on the RKE transmitter during the 10-second 1. Turn off the vehicle. This vehicle has theft-deterrent pre-alarm, the alarm will be features; however, they do not make 2. Lock the vehicle in one of activated.
  • Page 52 Keys, Doors, and Windows Always unlock a door with the power source, and can sound an Intrusion and Inclination RKE transmitter, or use the alarm if the vehicle s battery is Sensors Disable Switch Keyless Access system. compromised. Unlocking the driver door with The inclination sensor can set off the key will not disarm the the alarm if it senses movement of...

  • Page 53: Immobilizer

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Immobilizer The security light, in the instrument It is possible for the immobilizer cluster, comes on if there is a system to learn new or replacement See Radio Frequency problem with arming or disarming keys. Up to eight keys can be Statement 0 401.

  • Page 54: Immobilizer Operation

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Immobilizer Operation vehicle. Only a correctly matched service. See your dealer who can transmitter will start the vehicle. service the theft-deterrent system (Keyless Access) If the transmitter is ever damaged, and have a new transmitter This vehicle has a passive you may not be able to start the programmed to the vehicle.

  • Page 55: Exterior Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors 4. Press either (1) or (2) again to deselect the mirror. The indicator light goes off. Convex Mirrors Exterior Automatic Dimming Mirror Warning If equipped, the driver outside mirror A convex mirror can make things, automatically adjusts for the glare of like other vehicles, look farther headlamps behind.

  • Page 56: Folding Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Folding Mirrors They are accidentally manually Automatic Dimming folded/unfolded. Mirror Power Folding The mirrors will not stay in the If the vehicle has the automatic unfolded position. dimming mirror, the driver outside The mirrors vibrate at normal mirror automatically adjusts for the driving speeds.

  • Page 57: Reverse Tilt Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Driving with the Blind Spot 1. When the approaching vehicle zone. Then, glance over your is a long distance away, the shoulder to double check Mirror image in the main mirror is before moving slowly into the small and near the inboard adjacent lane.

  • Page 58: Interior Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Windows Rearview Mirror Interior Rearview Mirrors Warning If equipped, automatic dimming reduces the glare of headlamps Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear Never leave a child, a helpless from behind. The dimming feature view of the area behind your adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, comes on when the vehicle is...

  • Page 59: Power Windows

    Keys, Doors, and Windows pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the sound, open either a front window or the sunroof, if equipped. Power Windows Warning Children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window.

  • Page 60: Sun Visors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Express Window Obstacle Programming the Power Sun Visors Detection Windows The express-up feature will reverse Programming may be necessary if window movement if it comes in the vehicle's battery has been contact with an object. Extreme cold disconnected or discharged.

  • Page 61: Roof

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Roof Slide Switch The sunroof also has a sunshade which can be pulled forward to block Express-Open/Express-Close : To sun rays. The sunshade must be Sunroof express-open the sunroof, fully opened and closed manually when press and release (1).
  • Page 62 Keys, Doors, and Windows Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris.

  • Page 63: Seats And Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety System Check ..84 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Safety Belt Care ....85 Children (LATCH System) .

  • Page 64: 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 65: Front Seats

    Seats and Restraints Second Row Seats To lower the head restraint, press Front Seats the button located on the top of the The vehicle's second row seats seatback and push the head Power Seat Adjustment have head restraints in the outboard restraint down.

  • Page 66: Lumbar Adjustment

    Seats and Restraints To adjust the seat: Lumbar Adjustment Reclining Seatbacks Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down. Raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up or down.

  • Page 67: Memory Seats

    Seats and Restraints If memory equipped, the SET, 1, 2, Warning (Continued) (Exit) buttons on the driver door are used to manually save and The shoulder belt will not be recall memory settings for the driver against your body. Instead, it will seat, outside mirrors, power tilt and be in front of you.
  • Page 68 Seats and Restraints Automatically Recalling Memory If automatically or manually To store positions to the (Exit) Positions (Auto Memory Recall) recalling the stored memory button and easy exit features, position, press and hold the repeat above Steps 1 4 to store If programmed on in the vehicle appropriate manual control for your positions for getting out of the...

  • Page 69: Heated And Ventilated Front

    Seats and Restraints Heated and Ventilated previously stored (Exit) positions for getting out of the vehicle. See Front Seats Vehicle Personalization 0 170. Easy exit recall automatically Warning activates when one of the following occurs: If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the The vehicle is turned off and the seat heater may cause burns.

  • Page 70: Rear Seats

    Seats and Restraints Press the button once for the Remote Start Auto Heated and Rear Seats highest setting. With each press of Ventilated Seats the button, the seat will change to Rear Seat Reminder During a remote start, the heated or the next lower setting, and then to ventilated seats can be turned on Look in Rear Seat Reminder...

  • Page 71: Heated Rear Seats

    Seats and Restraints seat; for example, if a child entered Second Row Seats the vehicle through the rear door Reclining Seatbacks and left the vehicle without the vehicle being shut off. To recline the seatback: The feature can be turned on or off through Vehicle Personalization 0 170.
  • Page 72 Seats and Restraints Manual Fold and Tumble Folding and Tumbling the Seat Warning Feature To fold and tumble the seat: If either seatback is not locked, it 1. Make sure that there is nothing Warning could move forward in a sudden under, in front of, or on stop or crash.
  • Page 73 Seats and Restraints Folding and Tumbling the Seat from the Third Row Seat Warning Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded, or folded and tumbled, could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position.
  • Page 74 Seats and Restraints 3. Pull the strap again to release Warning the rear of the seat from the floor. The seat will tumble Automatically folding and forward. tumbling the seat when someone Automatic Fold and Tumble is sitting in the seat, could cause Feature injury to the person sitting there.
  • Page 75 Seats and Restraints Folding and Tumbling the Seat Folding and Tumbling the Seat The left switch folds the left from the Cargo Area seatback, and the right switch To fold and tumble the seat: folds the right seatback. 1. Make sure that there is nothing 3.

  • Page 76: Third Row Seats

    Seats and Restraints To return the seat to the sitting The transmission must be in 3. Fully lower the head restraints. position from the tumbled position: P (Park) for this feature to work. See Head Restraints 0 63. Put the second row seatback in the 1.
  • Page 77 Seats and Restraints The switches (1) can be used to fold 2. Press and hold the switch (2) or fold and tumble the second row on the side trim of the cargo seats from the cargo area. See area to raise the third row Second Row Seats 0 70.

  • Page 78: Safety Belts

    Seats and Restraints Safety Belts When riding in a vehicle, you travel Warning (Continued) as fast as the vehicle does. If the This section describes how to use vehicle stops suddenly, you keep passengers to ride in any area of safety belts properly, and some going until something stops you.

  • Page 79: How To Wear Safety Belts

    Seats and Restraints Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why It is very important for all occupants pelvic bones and you would be should I have to wear safety to buckle up. Statistics show that less likely to slide under the lap belts? unbelted people are hurt more often belt.

  • Page 80: Lap-Shoulder Belt

    Seats and Restraints Lap-Shoulder Belt Engaging the child restraint locking feature in the front All seating positions in the vehicle outboard seating position may have a lap-shoulder belt except for affect the passenger sensing the center front passenger position, system. See Passenger if equipped, which has a lap belt.
  • Page 81 Seats and Restraints in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. 3. Push the latch plate into the To unlatch the belt, push the button buckle until it clicks. If the latch on the buckle. The belt should plate will not go fully into the return to its stowed position.
  • Page 82 Seats and Restraints release it. If the webbing is still They can help tighten the safety locked in the retractor, see your belts during the early stages of a dealer. moderate to severe frontal, near frontal, or rear crash if the threshold Before a door is closed, be sure the conditions for pretensioner safety belt is out of the way.
  • Page 83 Seats and Restraints Rear Safety Belt Comfort Second Row Outboard Seating Positions Guides The vehicle has comfort guides for Warning the second row outboard seating positions. The comfort guides are A safety belt that is not properly stored on a clip on the interior trim worn may not provide the next to the outboard seatback.

  • Page 84: Safety Belt Use During

    Seats and Restraints 3. Be sure that the belt is not To remove and store the comfort twisted and it lies flat. The guide, squeeze the belt edges elastic cord must be behind the together so that the safety belt can belt with the plastic guide on be removed from the guide.

  • Page 85: Lap Belt

    Seats and Restraints Lap Belt Safety Belt Extender This section is only for the lap belt. If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten To learn how to wear a lap-shoulder around you, you should use it. belt, see Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 79. But if a safety belt is not long The vehicle may have a center enough, your dealer will order you...

  • Page 86: Safety Belt Care

    Seats and Restraints you in a crash. They can rip apart Safety belt hardware should be kept Warning (Continued) under impact forces. If a belt is torn dry and free of dust or debris. As or frayed, have it replaced necessary exterior hard surfaces inspected and any necessary immediately.

  • Page 87: Airbag System

    Seats and Restraints Airbag System All vehicle airbags have the word Warning AIRBAG on the trim or on an The vehicle has the following attached label near the deployment You can be severely injured or airbags: opening. killed in a crash if you are not A frontal airbag for the driver.

  • Page 88: Where Are The Airbags

    Seats and Restraints There is an airbag readiness light Warning Warning (Continued) on the instrument cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. Because airbags inflate with great Occupants should not lean on or The system checks the airbag force and faster than the blink of sleep against the door or side electrical system for malfunctions.
  • Page 89 Seats and Restraints If the vehicle has a front center airbag, it is in the inboard side of the driver seatback. Driver Side Shown, Passenger The front outboard passenger Side Similar frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel. The roof-rail airbags for the driver, Driver Side Shown, Passenger front outboard passenger, and...

  • Page 90: When Should An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag It depends on what is hit, the Warning (Continued) direction of the impact, and how Inflate? quickly the vehicle slows down. inflating airbag must be kept This vehicle is equipped with Frontal airbags may inflate at clear.

  • Page 91: What Makes An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints upon the location of the impact, will inflate when either side of the wheel or the instrument panel. In when either side of the vehicle is vehicle is struck, if the sensing moderate to severe side collisions, struck.

  • Page 92: What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates

    Seats and Restraints What Will You See after off the hazard warning flashers by Warning using the controls for those an Airbag Inflates? features. When an airbag inflates, there After frontal airbags and may be dust in the air. This dust seat-mounted side impact airbags Warning could cause breathing problems...

  • Page 93: Passenger Sensing System

    Seats and Restraints In many crashes severe enough to an airbag system will not work inflate the airbag, windshields are properly. See your dealer for broken by vehicle deformation. service. Additional windshield breakage may Passenger Sensing also occur from the front outboard passenger airbag.
  • Page 94 Seats and Restraints determine if the front outboard The passenger sensing system is Warning (Continued) passenger frontal airbag should be designed to turn off the front allowed to inflate or not. outboard passenger frontal airbag if: passenger frontal airbag inflates According to accident statistics, The front outboard passenger and the passenger seat is in a...
  • Page 95 Seats and Restraints When the passenger sensing 4. Reinstall the child restraint Warning (Continued) system has allowed the airbag to be following the directions enabled, the on indicator will light provided by the child restraint Light 0 142 for more information, and stay lit as a reminder that the manufacturer and refer to including important safety...
  • Page 96 Seats and Restraints cushion, if adjustable, to make If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material sure that the vehicle seatback from the seat, such as Adult-Sized Occupant is not pushing the child blankets, cushions, seat restraint into the seat cushion.

  • Page 97: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped

    Seats and Restraints A thick layer of additional material, Warning Warning (Continued) such as a blanket or cushion, or aftermarket equipment such as If the front outboard passenger seatback may interfere with the seat covers, seat heaters, and seat airbag is turned off for an proper operation of the passenger massagers can affect how well the adult-sized occupant, the airbag...

  • Page 98: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

    Seats and Restraints Your dealer and the service manual If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail Warning (Continued) have information about the location airbags, see Different Size Tires of the airbag sensors, sensing and and Wheels 0 342 for additional are close to an airbag when it diagnostic module, and airbag important information.

  • Page 99: Replacing Airbag System Parts

    Seats and Restraints Child Restraints Caution (Continued) Warning (Continued) Older Children open or break the airbag inspected and any necessary coverings. If there are any replacements made as soon as opened or broken airbag possible. coverings, have the airbag covering and/or airbag module If an airbag inflates, you will need to replaced.
  • Page 100 Seats and Restraints The manufacturer instructions that Can proper safety belt fit be According to accident statistics, come with the booster seat state the maintained for the length of the children are safer when properly weight and height limitations for that trip? If yes, continue.

  • Page 101: Infants And Young Children

    Seats and Restraints restraints. In fact, the law in every Warning (Continued) state in the United States and in every Canadian province says That could cause serious or fatal children up to some age must be injuries. The shoulder belt should restrained while in a vehicle.
  • Page 102 Seats and Restraints Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle.

  • Page 103: Child Restraint Systems

    Seats and Restraints For each type of child restraint, Child Restraint Systems Warning there are many different models available. When purchasing a child A young child's hip bones are still restraint, be sure it is designed to be so small that the vehicle's regular used in a motor vehicle.
  • Page 104 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle Warning A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle s safety belt or LATCH system, following the Forward-Facing Child Seat...

  • Page 105: Where To Put The Restraint

    Seats and Restraints When securing an add-on child Securing the Child Within the Never put a rear-facing child restraint, refer to the instructions restraint in the front. This is because Child Restraint that come with the restraint which the risk to the rear-facing child is so may be on the restraint itself or in a great if the airbag deploys.

  • Page 106: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch System)

    Seats and Restraints When securing a child restraint in a properly secure any child restraint in Warning (Continued) rear seating position, study the the vehicle even when no child is instructions that came with the child in it. Secure rear-facing child restraints restraint to make sure it is in a rear seat, even if the airbag Lower Anchors and...
  • Page 107 Seats and Restraints Booster seats use the vehicle s See Securing Child Restraints (With secure the child restraint. See safety belts to secure the child in the Safety Belt in the Center Front Securing Child Restraints (With the the booster seat. If the manufacturer Seat) 0 116 or Securing Child Safety Belt in the Center Front Seat) recommends that the booster seat...
  • Page 108 Seats and Restraints Top Tether Anchor Some child restraints with top : Seating positions with top tethers are designed for use with or tether anchors. without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be...
  • Page 109 Seats and Restraints cushion for each seating position in the second row. Be sure to use an anchor on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. To assist in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is near the top tether anchors for second row seats.
  • Page 110 Seats and Restraints According to accident statistics, Warning children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child To reduce the risk of serious or restraint system or infant restraint fatal injuries during a crash, do system secured in a rear seating not attach more than one child position.
  • Page 111 Seats and Restraints secure the restraints. Some Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether. wrapped around a child s neck. Do not fold the rear seatback 1. Attach and tighten the lower If the shoulder belt is locked and when the seat is occupied.
  • Page 112 Seats and Restraints 1.1. Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position. 1.2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 1.3. Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors. If the position you are If the position you are using does not have a using has an adjustable...
  • Page 113 Seats and Restraints Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation 1. Partially fold the seatback forward. See Third Row Seats 0 75 for additional information. If the position you are using has a fixed or an adjustable head restraint and you are using a dual If the position you are tether, route the tether using has a fixed...

  • Page 114: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash

    Seats and Restraints Warning Warning (Continued) With head restraints that are not system inspected and any installed and adjusted properly, necessary replacements made as there is a greater chance that soon as possible. occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not If the vehicle has the LATCH system drive until the head restraints for and it was being used during a...
  • Page 115 Seats and Restraints If the child restraint has the LATCH If more than one child restraint system, see Lower Anchors and needs to be installed in the rear Tethers for Children (LATCH seat, be sure to read Where to Put System) 0 105 for how and where to the Restraint 0 104.
  • Page 116 Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether. Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 105.

  • Page 117: Securing Child Restraints

    Seats and Restraints seating position is used. See Head Securing Child Restraints Warning Restraint Removal and (With the Safety Belt in Reinstallation under Lower Anchors A child in a rear-facing child the Front and Tethers for Children (LATCH restraint can be seriously injured Passenger Seat) System) 0 105 for additional or killed if the front outboard...
  • Page 118 Seats and Restraints When using the lap-shoulder belt to through or around the restraint. Warning (Continued) secure the child restraint in this The child restraint instructions position, follow the instructions that will show you how. forward-facing child restraint in came with the child restraint and the the front outboard passenger following instructions: seat, always move the seat as far...
  • Page 119 Seats and Restraints 4. Push the latch plate into the 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the 6. To tighten the belt, push down buckle until it clicks. way out of the retractor to set on the child restraint, pull the the lock.
  • Page 120 Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of...

  • Page 121: Storage

    Storage Storage Storage If equipped with storage behind the radio, press and hold to open. Compartments There is a USB port inside. See the infotainment manual. Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments ..120 Press and hold again to close.

  • Page 122: Sunglasses Storage

    Storage If equipped, cupholders may be in Armrest Storage Center Console Storage the second and third row seat For vehicles with a rear seat armrest areas. armrest, pull the loop at the top of the armrest down to access the Sunglasses Storage cupholders.

  • Page 123: Cargo Tie-Downs

    Storage Additional Storage Roof Rack System Caution Features Loading cargo on the roof rack Warning that weighs more than 100 kg Cargo Tie-Downs If something is carried on top of (220 lb) or hangs over the rear or the vehicle that is longer or wider sides of the vehicle may damage than the roof rack like paneling,...
  • Page 124 Storage Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Vehicle Load Limits 0 212. A Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) is located above the rear window glass. Make sure items loaded on the roof of the vehicle do not block or damage the CHMSL.

  • Page 125: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature High-Beam On Light ..150 Gauge ..... . 139 Front Fog Lamp Light .

  • Page 126: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Instruments and Controls Security Messages ... 166 Controls Steering Wheel Controls Steering System The infotainment system can be Messages ....166 Steering Wheel operated by using the steering Starting the Vehicle...

  • Page 127: Horn

    Instruments and Controls Horn OFF : Turns the windshield If the ignition is put in OFF while the wipers off. wipers are performing wipes due to To sound the horn, press on the windshield washing or Rainsense, : For a single wipe, turn to steering wheel.
  • Page 128 Instruments and Controls Turn the band down to lower INT on or off, a message may display Windshield Washer setting for less sensitivity to indicating if Rainsense was turned moisture. on or off. Warning Move the band out of the If the ignition is in ON/RUN and In freezing weather, do not use position to deactivate Rainsense.

  • Page 129: Rear Window Wiper

    Instruments and Controls Rear Window Wiper/ liftglass is opened while the rear interval wipes, then the rear wiper wiper is on, the wiper returns to the automatically performs interval Washer wipes. parked position and stops. This feature can be turned on or off. Rear Wiper Arm Assembly See Vehicle Personalization 0 170.

  • Page 130: Clock

    Instruments and Controls will automatically determine when a If auto timing is set, the time 2. Touch Set Time, then touch GPS signal is restored and provide displayed on the clock may not to increase or decrease a heading again. See Compass update immediately when driving hours, minutes, and AM or PM.

  • Page 131: Power Outlets

    Instruments and Controls To set the clock display: One in the third row seat on the battery power modes. If these driver side. power outlets are used while in 1. Touch SETTINGS on the Home the battery power mode, this Page, then touch Time One in the rear cargo area on could cause interference...
  • Page 132 Instruments and Controls When adding electrical equipment, For vehicles with bench seats, the Warning (Continued) be sure to follow the proper 110/120 volt power outlet is on the installation instructions included with center stack below the climate in use because the vehicle could the equipment.

  • Page 133: Wireless Charging

    ( 4 °F) to 60 °C (140 °F) for the To check for phone or other device charging system and 0 °C (32 °F) to compatibility: 35 °C (95 °F) for the phone. In the U.S., see my.gmc.com/ learn.

  • Page 134: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators

    Instruments and Controls 2. Place the mobile device face Warning Lights, up on the symbol on the Gauges, and charging pad. Indicators 3. The will display on the on the infotainment screen. Warning lights and gauges can This indicates that the mobile signal that something is wrong device is properly positioned before it becomes serious enough...

  • Page 135: Instrument Cluster

    Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English, Metric Similar...
  • Page 136 Instruments and Controls Denali English Standard Theme, Metric Similar...

  • Page 137: Cluster Menu

    Instruments and Controls Cluster Menu Info App. This is where the If there is an active call, mute the selected Driver Information phone or switch to handset There is an interactive display area Center (DIC) displays can be operation. in the center of the instrument viewed.

  • Page 138: Speedometer

    Instruments and Controls Display Themes (Denali) : There Speedometer Fuel Gauge are three instrument cluster display The speedometer shows the configurations to choose from: vehicle's speed in either kilometers Standard, Technology, and Media. per hour (km/h) or miles per Info Pages : Press while Info hour (mph).

  • Page 139: Engine Oil Pressure

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

  • Page 140: Engine Coolant Temperature

    Instruments and Controls message may display. See Engine Engine Coolant Oil Messages 0 161 Temperature Gauge and Engine Oil 0 290. 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 141: Transmission Temperature

    Instruments and Controls Transmission Caution Temperature Gauge Do not drive the vehicle while the transmission fluid is overheating, or the transmission can be damaged. This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered by the warranty. Voltmeter Gauge English Standard Theme This gauge appears when the vehicle is in Tow/Haul Mode and...

  • Page 142: Safety Belt Reminders

    Instruments and Controls When the engine is running, this accessories, such as the radio and times if the driver remains or gauge shows the condition of the air conditioner and unplug all becomes unbuckled while the charging system. The gauge can chargers and accessories.

  • Page 143: Airbag Readiness Light

    Instruments and Controls passenger remains or becomes If there is a problem with the airbag unbuckled while the vehicle is system, a Driver Information Center moving. (DIC) message may also come on. See Airbag System If the passenger safety belt is Messages 0 166.

  • Page 144: 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 145: 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 146: Brake System Warning

    Instruments and Controls been removed. See Filling the before the system is ready for Tank with a Portable Gas Can inspection. This can happen if under Filling the Tank 0 265. the 12-volt battery has recently The diagnostic system can been replaced or run down, or if detect if the adapter has been the vehicle has been recently...

  • Page 147: 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 148: Tow/Haul Mode Light

    Instruments and Controls The four-wheel-drive light comes on Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Vehicle Ahead Indicator when the transfer case is shifted Light into four-wheel drive and the front axle engages. LO or HI will also be next to this light when the vehicle is in four-wheel low or four-wheel high.

  • Page 149: Traction Control System (Tcs)

    Instruments and Controls dealer. If the system is working This light comes on when the If the light is on and not flashing, the normally, the indicator light then StabiliTrak system is turned off. TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak turns off. If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction system have been disabled.

  • Page 150: Tire Pressure Light

    Instruments and Controls If it does not, have the vehicle Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and serviced by your dealer. If the Then Is On Steady system is working normally the If the light flashes for about a minute indicator light goes off.

  • Page 151: Low Fuel Warning Light

    Instruments and Controls It also comes on when the fuel tank High-Beam On Light is low on fuel. The light turns off when fuel is added. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced. Security Light This light should come on briefly as the engine is started.

  • Page 152: Front Fog Lamp Light

    Instruments and Controls Front Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light Door Ajar Light For vehicles with fog lamps, this The cruise control light is white This light comes on when a door is light comes on when the fog lamps when the cruise control is on and open or not securely latched.

  • Page 153: Information Displays

    Instruments and Controls Information Displays : Press to move between 6. Press while an item is the interactive display zones in the highlighted to select or cluster. deselect that item. When an Driver Information item is selected, a checkmark : Press to open a menu or select Center (DIC) will appear next to it.
  • Page 154 Instruments and Controls or miles per gallon (mpg). This economy over recent driving history This also shows the number of number is calculated based on the and the amount of fuel remaining in liters (L) or gallons (gal) of fuel used number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded the fuel tank.
  • Page 155 Instruments and Controls from highest to lowest. If a feature is Trailer Brake : Displays on vehicles hold for several seconds while turned off, it will be removed from with the Integrated Trailer Brake the Oil Life display is active. See the list.

  • Page 156: Head-Up Display (Hud)

    Instruments and Controls Transmission Fluid Temperature Caution Gauge : Shows the temperature of the automatic transmission fluid in If you try to use the HUD image either degrees Celsius (°C) or as a parking aid, you may degrees Fahrenheit (°F). misjudge the distance and damage your vehicle.
  • Page 157 Instruments and Controls Some vehicle messages or alerts : Press down or lift up to center displayed in the HUD may be the HUD image. The HUD image cleared by using the steering wheel can only be adjusted up and down, controls.
  • Page 158 Instruments and Controls Metric Metric Metric English English English Audio/Phone View : This displays Navigation View : This displays the Performance View : This displays the speed view along with audio/ speed view along with Turn-by-Turn the speedometer reading, rpm phone information.

  • Page 159: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and Controls HUD Troubleshooting Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and Charging Messages Check that: Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or Nothing is covering the BATTERY LOW START some action that may be needed to HUD lens.

  • Page 160: Brake System Messages

    Instruments and Controls SERVICE BATTERY Brake System Messages As soon as it is safe to do so, carefully pull your vehicle over to CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE FLUID LOW the side of the road and turn the On some vehicles, this message ignition off.

  • Page 161: Door Ajar Messages

    Instruments and Controls ADAPTIVE CRUISE CRUISE SET TO XXX SHIFT TO PARK BEFORE TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE EXITING This message displays when the cruise control speed is set. See This message displays when This message may display if Cruise Control 0 242. attempting to activate Adaptive Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is Cruise Control (ACC) when it is...

  • Page 162: Engine Cooling System

    Instruments and Controls REAR ACCESS OPEN ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE Engine Oil Messages ENGINE This message will display when the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON liftgate is open. Close the liftgate This message displays when the This message displays when the completely. engine coolant temperature is too engine oil needs to be changed.

  • Page 163: Engine Power Messages

    Instruments and Controls and allow the vehicle to idle until it accelerate. If this message is on, See Starting the Vehicle with a Low cools down. See Engine Coolant but there is no reduction in Transmitter Battery under Remote Temperature Gauge 0 139. performance, proceed to your Keyless Entry (RKE) System destination.

  • Page 164: Lamp Messages

    Instruments and Controls NUMBER OF KEYS Object Detection System The front of the vehicle or windshield is not clean. Keep PROGRAMMED Messages these areas clean and free of This message displays when mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. FORWARD COLLISION programming new keys to the For cleaning instructions, see SYSTEM OFF...
  • Page 165 Instruments and Controls (LDW) system will not operate. SERVICE FORWARD SERVICE SIDE DETECTION Forward Collision Alert (FCA) and COLLISION SYSTEM SYSTEM Forward Automatic Braking (FAB) If this message displays, take the If this message remains on after may not work or may not work vehicle to your dealer to repair the continued driving, the vehicle needs as well.

  • Page 166: Ride Control System

    Instruments and Controls Ride Control System SERVICE SUSPENSION for multiple ignition cycles and on different road surfaces, see your SYSTEM Messages dealer for service. If the vehicle has the Magnetic Ride SERVICE LEVELING SYSTEM TRACTION CONTROL OFF Control suspension system, this message displays when the If the vehicle has the Magnetic Ride This message displays when the...

  • Page 167: Airbag System Messages

    Instruments and Controls STABILITRAK OFF may also Airbag System Messages Steering System display when the stability control Messages SERVICE AIRBAG has been automatically disabled. Several conditions can cause this STEERING ASSIST IS This message displays if there is a message to appear: REDUCED DRIVE WITH CARE problem with the airbag system.

  • Page 168: Starting The Vehicle

    Instruments and Controls Starting the Vehicle ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure tire. The low tire pressure warning Light 0 149. Several conditions may light will also come on. See Tire Messages cause this message to appear. See Pressure Light 0 149. You can Tire Pressure Monitor Operation receive more than one tire pressure PRESS BRAKE TO START...
  • Page 169 Instruments and Controls 4WD SHIFT IN PROGRESS GRADE BRAKING OFF you begin driving, the four-wheel-drive system needs This message will display while the This message displays when grade service. See your dealer. four-wheel-drive system is shifting. braking has been disabled with the Tow/Haul Mode button on the end of SHIFT DENIED FOR 4WD LOW SHIFT TO...

  • Page 170: Vehicle Reminder

    Instruments and Controls TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE Vehicle Reminder As soon as it is safe to do so, carefully pull the vehicle over to the ENGINE Messages side of the road and turn the ignition This message displays and a chime off.

  • Page 171: Washer Fluid Messages

    Instruments and Controls This message clears itself after Vehicle Personalization Menus several seconds. This message also The following list of menu items may Personalization clears if you acknowledge it. After be available: this message clears, the TRAILER Use the audio system controls to Time and Date GAIN and OUTPUT displays appear access the personalization menus...
  • Page 172 Instruments and Controls Time and Date To enable valet mode: Number of Favorites Shown 1. Enter a four-digit code on the Press to set the number of favorites Manually set the time and date. See keypad. to display. Clock 0 129. 2.
  • Page 173 Instruments and Controls Maximum Startup Volume Climate and Air Quality Collision/Detection Systems This feature sets the maximum Select the Climate and Air Quality Select the Collision/Detection startup volume. If the vehicle is menu and the following may display: Systems menu and the following started and the volume is greater may display: Auto Fan Max Speed...
  • Page 174 Instruments and Controls are available. The Alert setting Rear Cross Traffic Alert Chime Volume disables FAB. See Forward This allows the feature to be turned This allows the selection of the Automatic Braking (FAB) 0 257. on or off. See Assistance Systems chime volume level.
  • Page 175 Instruments and Controls Select Off or On. Power Door Locks Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Select Power Door Locks and the Select Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Lighting following may display: and the following may display: Select the Lighting menu and the Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout Remote Unlock Light Feedback following may display:...
  • Page 176 Instruments and Controls Remote Door Unlock Passive Door Lock Pair New Device This allows selection of which doors This allows passive locking to be Select to pair a new device. See turned on or off and selects Pairing in Infotainment Controls will unlock when pressing on the feedback.
  • Page 177 Instruments and Controls Apple CarPlay Android Auto Audio Feedback Speed This feature allows Android devices This feature adjusts the audio Select and the following may to be connected to the infotainment feedback speed. display: system through a USB port. See Select Slow, Medium, or Fast.

  • Page 178: Universal Remote System

    Instruments and Controls Rear Camera Restore Vehicle Settings Universal Remote This allows selection of restoring Select and the following may System vehicle settings. display: See Radio Frequency Select Restore or Cancel. Guidance Lines Statement 0 401. Rear Cross Traffic Alert Clear All Private Data Universal Remote System Rear Park Assist Symbols...
  • Page 179 Instruments and Controls instructions refer to a garage door Make sure the hand-held transmitter system buttons to be used to opener, but can be used for other has a new battery for quick and operate the garage door. Do devices. accurate transmission of the not release either button until radio-frequency signal.
  • Page 180 Instruments and Controls be required. For a second The name and color of the Radio Signals for Canada and time, press and hold the button may vary by Some Gate Operators newly programmed button manufacturer. For questions or programming help, for five seconds.

  • Page 181: Universal Remote System

    Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Operation Button Using the Universal Remote To reprogram any of the system System buttons: Press and hold the appropriate 1. Press and hold any one of the Universal Remote system button for buttons.

  • Page 182: Lighting

    Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting For vehicles first sold in Canada, the off position will only work when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting AUTO : Automatically turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, Exterior Lamp Controls ..181 taillamps, instrument panel lights, Exterior Lamps Off roof marker lamps (if equipped), and...
  • Page 183 Lighting the headlamps will stay on for This light comes on in the The system detects an 10 minutes before turning off to instrument cluster when the approaching vehicle's prevent the battery from being IntelliBeam system is enabled. headlamps. drained. Turn the headlamp control The system detects a preceding Turning On and Enabling off and then back to the headlamp...

  • Page 184: Exterior Lamps Off

    Lighting The high beams may not turn off The automatic high-beam When the high-beam headlamps are automatically if the system cannot headlamps may need to be disabled on, this indicator light on the detect another vehicle's lamps if any of the above conditions exist. instrument cluster will also be on.

  • Page 185: Daytime Running

    Lighting Daytime Running To turn off the DRL, turn the exterior The system may also turn on the lamp control to the off position and headlamps when driving through a Lamps (DRL) then release. For vehicles first sold parking garage or tunnel. DRL can make it easier for others to in Canada, off will only work when If the vehicle is started in a dark...

  • Page 186: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Lighting Lights On with Wipers change. This causes the turn : Press this button to make the signals to automatically flash three front and rear turn signal lamps If the windshield wipers are times. It will flash six times if Tow/ flash on and off.

  • Page 187: Fog Lamps

    Lighting Fog Lamps Interior Lighting : Press to turn the fog lamps on or off. A light will come on in the instrument cluster. Instrument Panel When the fog lamps are turned on, Illumination Control the parking lamps automatically turn on. When the headlamps are changed to high beam, the fog lamps also go off.

  • Page 188: Dome Lamps

    Lighting Dome Lamps Reading Lamps Press next to each reading lamp to turn it on or off. There are dome lamps in the There are reading lamps in the overhead console and the headliner, overhead console and the headliner, if equipped. if equipped.

  • Page 189: Lighting Features

    Lighting Lighting Features interior lamps remain on for a set moving up or down. This is normal. amount of time, then automatically If there is a problem, an alert will be turn off. displayed. Entry Lighting The exterior lamps turn off The battery can be discharged at Some exterior lamps and the interior immediately by turning the exterior...

  • Page 190: Battery Power Protection

    Lighting Normally, these actions occur in steps or levels, without being noticeable. In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action, this action may be noticeable to the driver. If so, a DIC message might be displayed and it is recommended that the driver reduce the electrical loads as much as possible.

  • Page 191: Infotainment System

    Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction System Infotainment See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio Introduction players, phone, navigation system, Infotainment ....190 and voice or speech recognition.

  • Page 192: Climate Controls

    Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control 3. Air Delivery Mode Controls 4. Fan Control Systems 5. Defrost Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate 6. Passenger Temperature Dual Automatic Climate Control System Control Control System ... . . 191 Rear Climate Control 7.
  • Page 193 Climate Controls Front Climate Controls To improve fuel efficiency and to The maximum auto fan speed can cool the vehicle faster, recirculation be adjusted. See Climate and Air Automatic Operation may be automatically selected in Quality under Vehicle warm weather. Personalization 0 170.
  • Page 194 Climate Controls Changing the mode cancels the A/C : Press to turn the air on, see Climate and Air Quality automatic operation of the mode. conditioning system on or off. An under Vehicle Press AUTO to return to automatic indicator light comes on to show Personalization 0 170.
  • Page 195 Climate Controls Fan Control : Press up or down to if equipped, may also come on. See Caution increase or decrease the rear Remote Vehicle Start 0 40 and passenger area fan speed. Heated and Ventilated Front Using a razor blade or sharp Seats 0 68.

  • Page 196: Rear Climate Control System

    Climate Controls The climate control system uses the Automatic Operation information from these sensors to AUTO : Press AUTO to maintain comfort settings by automatically control the adjusting the outlet temperature, fan temperature, air delivery, and fan speed, and air delivery mode. The speed for rear seat passengers.

  • Page 197: Air Vents

    Climate Controls climate controls, the rear climate Air Vents Operation Tips temperature is linked to the driver Clear away any ice, snow, Adjustable air vents are in the temperature setting. or leaves from the air inlets at center and on the side of the MODE : Press to change the the base of the windshield that instrument panel.

  • Page 198: Passenger Compartment Air Filter

    Climate Controls Maintenance 2. Disconnect the glove box door damper string from the glove box door assembly. A pen or Passenger Compartment pencil may be inserted through Air Filter the end of the damper string to prevent the string from slipping The filter reduces the dust, pollen, inside the door assembly.
  • Page 199 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 200: Driving And Operating

    Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Magnetic Ride Control ..241 Power (RAP) ....223 Locking Rear Axle ... . 241 Operating Shifting Into Park .

  • Page 201: Driving Information

    Driving and Operating Filling the Tank ....265 Driving Information Designate a front seat Filling a Portable Fuel passenger to handle potential Container ....267 distractions.

  • Page 202: Defensive Driving

    Driving and Operating Refer to the infotainment manual for Average driver reaction time is Warning more information on using that about three-quarters of a second. In system, including pairing and using that time, a vehicle moving at Drinking and then driving is very a cell phone 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m dangerous.

  • Page 203: Steering

    Driving and Operating Steering Curve Tips Off-Road Recovery Take curves at a reasonable Electric Power Steering speed. This vehicle has electric power Reduce speed before entering a steering. It does not have power curve. steering fluid. Regular maintenance is not required. Maintain a reasonable steady speed through the curve.

  • Page 204: Loss Of Control

    Driving and Operating 3. Turn the steering wheel to go The vehicle may straighten out. Off-Road Driving straight down the roadway. Be ready for a second skid if it Four-wheel-drive vehicles can be occurs. used for off-road driving. Vehicles Loss of Control Slow down and adjust your without four-wheel drive and driving according to weather...
  • Page 205 Driving and Operating Before Driving Off-Road Loading the Vehicle for For more information about loading the vehicle, see If the Vehicle Is Off-Road Driving Have all necessary maintenance Stuck 0 211 and Tires 0 326. and service work completed. Warning Environmental Concerns Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, and check inflation pressure in...
  • Page 206 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) Warning Warning (Continued) of control. Driving across hills can Driving to the top of a hill at high transfer case overrides the cause a rollover. You could be speed can cause an accident. transmission. You or someone injured or killed.
  • Page 207 Driving and Operating Never back down a hill in downhill wheels, which could Warning (Continued) N (Neutral) using only the cause a downhill slide or a rollover. brake. descending a hill and use a low The vehicle can roll Surface conditions can be a gear to keep vehicle speed under backward quickly and you problem.
  • Page 208 Driving and Operating Traction is reduced on hard packed Warning Warning (Continued) snow and ice and it is easy to lose control. Reduce vehicle speed when Getting out of the vehicle on the Traction could be lost, and the driving on hard packed snow downhill side when stopped vehicle could roll over.

  • Page 209: Driving On Wet Roads

    Driving and Operating After Off-Road Driving wet enough and you are going fast Warning enough. When the vehicle is Remove any brush or debris that hydroplaning, it has little or no has collected on the underbody or Wet brakes can cause crashes. contact with the road.

  • Page 210: Hill And Mountain Roads

    Driving and Operating Hill and Mountain Roads Winter Driving Warning Driving on steep hills or through Driving on Snow or Ice Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) mountains is different than driving Snow or ice between the tires and or with the ignition off is on flat or rolling terrain.
  • Page 211 Driving and Operating clear roads in shaded areas. Warning Warning (Continued) The surface of a curve or an overpass can remain icy when Snow can trap engine exhaust the fan speed to the highest the surrounding roads are clear. setting. See Climate under the vehicle.

  • Page 212: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    Driving and Operating If the Vehicle Is Stuck Rocking the Vehicle to Get Warning (Continued) It Out Slowly and cautiously spin the be injured. When using recovery Turn the steering wheel left and wheels to free the vehicle when right to clear the area around the hooks, always pull the vehicle stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.

  • Page 213: Vehicle Load Limits

    Driving and Operating If the vehicle has recovery hooks at Tire and Loading Information Warning the front of the vehicle, use them if Label the vehicle is stuck off-road and Do not load the vehicle any needs to be pulled some place to heavier than the Gross continue driving.
  • Page 214 Driving and Operating tires (3) and the recommended Subtract the combined your vehicle. Consult this cold tire inflation pressures (4). manual to determine how weight of the driver and For more information on tires this reduces the available passengers from XXX kg or and inflation see Tires 0 326 XXX lbs.
  • Page 215 Driving and Operating 3. Available Occupant and weight of the driver, passengers, Cargo Weight = 317 kg and cargo should never exceed (700 lbs) the vehicle's capacity weight. Certification/Tire Label Example 3 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = 453 kg Example 2 (1,000 lbs) 2.
  • Page 216 Driving and Operating (GVWR). The GVWR includes weight ratings. Ask your dealer Warning (Continued) the weight of the vehicle, all to help load the vehicle the occupants, fuel, and cargo. right way. Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). This can cause systems to The Certification/Tire label also Warning break and change the way the...

  • Page 217: Starting And Operating

    Driving and Operating Starting and Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) Operating Do not leave a seat premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this folded down unless you New Vehicle Break-In breaking-in guideline every need to. time you get new brake Caution linings.

  • Page 218: Ignition Positions

    Driving and Operating Ignition Positions (Key Accessory Power (RAP) will remain active. See Retained Accessory Access) Power (RAP) 0 223. This position locks the ignition and steering wheel. It also locks the transmission on automatic transmission vehicles. The key can be removed in LOCK/OFF.
  • Page 219 Driving and Operating 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, diagnostics, and to verify the proper This can be done while the and must be shut off while driving, operation of the malfunction vehicle is moving.

  • Page 220: Ignition Positions

    Driving and Operating Ignition Positions to the Keyless Access system. See Do not turn the engine off when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) vehicle is moving. This will cause a (Keyless Access) System Operation (Keyless Access) loss of power assist in the brake 0 34 or Remote Keyless Entry and steering systems and disable (RKE) System Operation (Key...

  • Page 221: Starting The Engine

    Driving and Operating to N (Neutral), firmly apply the ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber be required for emission inspection brakes and steer the vehicle to Indicator Light) : This mode allows purposes. With the vehicle off, and a safe location. some electrical accessories to be the brake pedal not applied, used when the engine is off.
  • Page 222 Driving and Operating Information Center (DIC), hold starts, let go of the key and Caution the ignition switch in the accelerator. If the vehicle starts START position to continue briefly but then stops again, do If you add electrical parts or engine cranking.

  • Page 223: Engine Heater

    Driving and Operating Information Center (DIC) will starts, let go of the button, and at or below 18 °C (0 °F). Vehicles display a message. See Key the accelerator. If the vehicle with an engine heater should be and Lock Messages 0 162. starts briefly but then stops plugged in at least four hours before again, do the same thing.

  • Page 224: Retained Accessory

    Driving and Operating away from moving engine Warning Warning (Continued) parts. If you do not, it could be damaged. Improper use of the heater cord it overheat and cause a fire, The length of time the heater should property damage, electric or an extension cord can damage remain plugged in depends on shock, and injury.

  • Page 225: Shifting Into Park

    Driving and Operating continues to work for up to 1. Hold the brake pedal down, Warning (Continued) 10 minutes or until the driver door is then set the parking brake. opened. See Parking Brake 0 237. even if the shift lever is in P (Park).

  • Page 226: Shifting Out Of Park

    Driving and Operating Torque Lock Shifting out of Park If you still are unable to shift out of P (Park): If you are parking on a hill and you This vehicle is equipped with an 1. Ease the pressure on the shift do not shift the transmission into electronic shift lock release system.

  • Page 227: Active Fuel Management

    Driving and Operating ® Active Fuel Management Extended Parking Engine Exhaust Vehicles with V8 engines may have It is better not to park with the Warning Active Fuel Management. This vehicle running. If the vehicle is left system allows the engine to operate while running, follow the proper Engine exhaust contains carbon on either all or half of its cylinders,...

  • Page 228: 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 229 Driving and Operating moving, use N (Neutral) only. Also, Warning Warning (Continued) use N (Neutral) when the vehicle is being towed. It is dangerous to get out of the So, be sure the transfer case is in vehicle if the shift lever is not fully a drive gear, Two-Wheel Drive Warning in P (Park) with the parking brake...
  • Page 230 Driving and Operating D : This position is for normal upshifts and downshifts. This shift shifting might feel different as the driving. It provides the best fuel stabilization feature is designed to transmission determines the best economy. If you need more power determine, before making an settings.

  • Page 231: Manual Mode

    Driving and Operating Normal Mode Grade Braking Kickdown Mode 2. Tap the plus/minus buttons on the shift lever to select the If equipped with a gasoline engine The accelerator pedal provides an desired range of gears for and an automatic transmission, additional downshift after pressing current driving conditions.
  • Page 232 Driving and Operating In vehicles with gasoline engines, Gear before when the shift lever is moved from shifting from D (Drive) to L (Manual Mode), a D (Drive) to downshift may occur. The gear that L (Manual Mode) the transmission is operating in Range after when the shift lever is moved from shifting from...

  • Page 233: Tow/Haul Mode

    Driving and Operating Tow/Haul Mode The selector button is on the end of Caution (Continued) the shift lever. Turn the Tow/Haul Mode on and off by pressing the stuck, do not spin the tires. When button. When the Tow/Haul Mode is stopping on a hill, use the brakes enabled, a light on the instrument to hold the vehicle in place.

  • Page 234: Four-Wheel Drive

    Driving and Operating To disable or enable Tow/Haul Drive Systems Warning Grade Braking within the current ignition key cycle, press and hold Four-Wheel Drive Shifting the transfer case to the Tow/Haul button for N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle five seconds. When the button is If equipped, four-wheel drive to roll even if the transmission is released, the requested mode...
  • Page 235 Driving and Operating Automatic Transfer Case The indicator mark on the switch driving conditions. This setting must line up with the indicator light provides slightly lower fuel economy before a shift can be commanded. than 2 . To command a shift rotate the Do not use AUTO mode, transfer case switch to the new if equipped, to park on a steep...
  • Page 236 Driving and Operating Shifting Into 4 or AUTO 2. Turn the knob to 4 . Wait for Shifting Out of 4 the 4 indicator light to stop To shift: Turn the knob to the 4 or AUTO flashing before shifting the position at any speed, except from 1.
  • Page 237 Driving and Operating complete the shift. With the vehicle will come on when the transfer 4. Turn the transfer case knob to moving less than 5 km/h (3 mph), case shift to N (Neutral) is the desired setting. and the transmission in N (Neutral), complete.

  • Page 238: System (Abs)

    Driving and Operating Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it Using ABS becomes necessary to slam on the Do not pump the brakes. Just hold brakes and continue braking to Antilock Brake the brake pedal down firmly and let avoid a sudden obstacle, a ABS work.

  • Page 239: Brake Assist

    Driving and Operating Set the parking brake by holding the system warning light will flash and a the driving situation dictates. The regular brake pedal down, then chime will sound warning you that Brake Assist feature will pushing down the parking brake the parking brake is still on.

  • Page 240: Ride Control Systems

    Driving and Operating Integrated Trailer Brake Control Ride Control Systems intended path. Trailer Sway Control (ITBC) system, HSA may also apply (TSC) is also on automatically when the trailer brakes. It will not activate the vehicle is started. See Trailer Traction Control/ if the vehicle is in a drive gear and Sway Control (TSC) 0 281.
  • Page 241 Driving and Operating the StabiliTrak OFF light comes on, maintaining control. The vehicle is Caution and the appropriate message will safe to drive, but driving should be appear on the DIC. Both traction adjusted accordingly. Do not repeatedly brake or control and StabiliTrak are comes on and stays on: accelerate heavily when TCS is...

  • Page 242: Magnetic Ride Control

    Driving and Operating appropriate message will display in Magnetic Ride Control Locking Rear Axle the DIC. See Ride Control System This vehicle may have a semi-active Vehicles with a locking rear axle can Messages 0 165. damping system called Magnetic give more traction on snow, mud, To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on Ride Control.

  • Page 243: Cruise Control

    Driving and Operating thereafter. The system may exhaust Cruise Control and Grade Braking systems. See (lower vehicle height) for up to Grade Braking underTow/Haul 10 minutes after the ignition key has Mode 0 232. Warning been turned off. You may hear the This vehicle has StabiliTrak and air compressor operating when the when the system begins to limit...
  • Page 244 Driving and Operating 2. Get up to the desired speed. Increasing Speed While Using : Press to turn the system on or Cruise Control off. A white indicator comes on in 3. Press and release SET . The the instrument cluster when the desired set speed briefly If the cruise control system is cruise is turned on.

  • Page 245: Adaptive Cruise Control

    Driving and Operating To slow down in small may be necessary to maintain Press increments, briefly press SET . vehicle speed. When going Shift the transmission to For each press, the vehicle goes downhill, Cruise Grade Braking N (Neutral). about 1.6 km/h (1 mph) slower. helps maintain the driver selected speed.
  • Page 246 Driving and Operating If a vehicle is detected in your path, Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) ACC can speed up the vehicle or apply limited, moderate braking to this section. Complete attention is Visibility is low, such as in maintain the selected following gap. fog, rain, or snow always required while driving and To disengage ACC, apply the brake.
  • Page 247 Driving and Operating Setting Adaptive Cruise Control : Press to turn the system on or off. The indicator turns white on the is on when not in use, it could instrument cluster when ACC is get pressed and go into ACC when turned on.
  • Page 248 Driving and Operating Increasing Speed While ACC is at vehicle speed goes to next To decrease speed in larger a Set Speed 5 km/h (5 mph) faster mark on increments, press and briefly the speedometer. hold SET . For each press, the Do one of the following: vehicle speed goes to the next When it is determined that there is...
  • Page 249 Driving and Operating back your vehicle will follow a Approaching and Following a vehicle detected ahead. Consider Vehicle traffic and weather conditions when selecting the following gap. The range of selectable gaps may not be appropriate for all drivers and driving conditions.
  • Page 250 Driving and Operating braking may feel or sound different ACC Automatically Disengages See Vehicle Messages 0 158. ACC than if the brakes were applied will resume operation when the ACC may automatically disengage manually. This is normal. accelerator pedal is not being and you will need to manually apply pressed.
  • Page 251 Driving and Operating When following a vehicle and Other Vehicle Lane Changes Warning entering a curve, ACC may not detect the vehicle ahead and On curves, ACC may respond to accelerate to the set speed. When a vehicle in another lane, or may this happens, the vehicle ahead not have time to react to a vehicle indicator will not appear.

  • Page 252: Driver Assistance Systems

    Driving and Operating Do not use ACC when driving on Erasing Speed Memory Driver Assistance steep hills or when towing a trailer. The cruise control set speed is Systems ACC will not detect a vehicle in the erased from memory if is pressed lane while driving on steep hills.

  • Page 253: Assistance Systems For Parking Or Backing

    Driving and Operating see Collision/Detection Systems Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) under Vehicle Personalization 0 170. Under many conditions, these Work if the detection sensor Assistance Systems for systems will not: is covered up, such as with a sticker, magnet, or metal Parking or Backing Detect children, plate.
  • Page 254 Driving and Operating Displayed images may be farther or Parking Assist closer than they appear. The area With RPA, and if equipped with FPA, displayed is limited and objects that as the vehicle moves at speeds of are close to either corner of the less than 8 km/h (5 mph) the bumper or under the bumper do not sensors on the bumpers may detect...
  • Page 255 Driving and Operating When an object is first detected in Use caution while backing up when Warning (Continued) the rear, one beep will be heard towing a trailer, as the RCTA from the rear, or both sides of the detection zones that extend out or vehicle damage, even with Safety Alert Seat will pulse two from the back of the vehicle do not...

  • Page 256: Forward Collision Alert (Fca)

    Driving and Operating parking assist on again, select On in Forward Collision Alert Warning (Continued) the vehicle personalization menu. (FCA) System The On with Towbar setting allows stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, for the parking assist to work If equipped, the FCA system may or when following a vehicle too properly with a small item attached help to avoid or reduce the harm...
  • Page 257 Driving and Operating Detecting the Vehicle Ahead Warning (Continued) or ice, or if the windshield is damaged. It may also not detect a vehicle on winding or hilly roads, or in conditions that can limit Without HUD visibility such as fog, rain, or snow, or if the headlamps or When your vehicle approaches FCA warnings will not occur unless...

  • Page 258: Forward Automatic

    Driving and Operating Tailgating Alert the alert timing. The range of For cleaning instructions, see selectable alert timing may not be Washing the Vehicle under appropriate for all drivers and Exterior Care 0 365. driving conditions. System operation may also be If your vehicle is equipped with limited under snow, heavy rain, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC),...
  • Page 259 Driving and Operating The system works when driving in a Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) forward gear between 8 km/h (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph), Detect a vehicle when undesired. It could respond to a or on vehicles with Adaptive Cruise weather limits visibility, such turning vehicle ahead, guardrails, Control (ACC), above 4 km/h...

  • Page 260: Side Blind Zone

    Driving and Operating Side Blind Zone will light up in the corresponding Warning outside side mirror and will flash if Alert (SBZA) the turn signal is on. IBA may increase vehicle braking If equipped, the SBZA system is a in situations when it may not be lane-changing aid that assists Warning necessary.
  • Page 261 Driving and Operating LCA Detection Zones How the System Works If the turn signal is activated in the same direction as a detected The LCA symbol lights up in the vehicle, this display will flash as an side mirrors when the system extra warning not to change lanes.

  • Page 262: Lane Departure Warning (Ldw)

    Driving and Operating trailer. LCA may alert to objects If the LCA displays do not light up Lane Keep Assist (LKA) attached to the vehicle, such as a when moving vehicles are in the If equipped, LKA may help avoid trailer, bicycle, or object extending side blind zone or are rapidly crashes due to unintentional lane...
  • Page 263 Driving and Operating When on, is green if LKA is Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) available to assist and provide LDW alerts. It may assist by gently The LKA and LDW systems vehicle. Always keep your turning the steering wheel and may not: attention on the road and display...

  • Page 264: Fuel

    Driving and Operating Sudden lighting changes, such Fuel Do not use gasoline with a posted as when driving through tunnels. octane rating of less than 87, as this GM recommends the use of TOP may cause engine knock and will Banked roads.

  • Page 265: California Fuel

    Driving and Operating Prohibited Fuels occurs, return to your authorized Caution (Continued) dealer for diagnosis. If it is determined that the condition is Caution Fuel with a posted octane caused by the type of fuel used, rating of less than the repairs may not be covered by the Do not use fuels with any of the recommended fuel.

  • Page 266: E85 Or Flexfuel

    Driving and Operating If your vehicle is able to use E85 or The starting characteristics of E85 Caution (Continued) FlexFuel, GM Fuel System or FlexFuel make it unsuitable for Treatment Cleaner - FlexFuel is the use when temperatures fall below damage plastic and rubber parts.
  • Page 267 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) Warning Do not use a cell phone Overfilling the fuel tank by more while refueling. than three clicks of a standard fill nozzle may cause: Do not reenter the vehicle while pumping fuel. Vehicle performance issues, including engine stalling and Keep children away from damage to the fuel system.

  • Page 268: Filling A Portable Fuel

    Driving and Operating Filling the Tank with a Portable 3. Remove and clean the funnel Warning (Continued) Gas Can adapter and return to the storage location. If the vehicle runs out of fuel and keep it in contact with the fill must be filled from a portable opening until filling is Filling a Portable Fuel...

  • Page 269: Trailer Towing

    Driving and Operating Trailer Towing The trailer must be equipped Turn off Parking Assist when with brakes adequate for the towing. intended use. A loaded trailer General Towing The Forward Automatic Braking weighing more than 900 kg System should be set to Off Information (2,000 lb) must be equipped with when towing.
  • Page 270 Driving and Operating During the trip, check occasionally Making Turns Warning (Continued) to be sure that the load is secure and the lamps and any trailer Caution For more information about brakes still work. carbon monoxide, see Engine Making very sharp turns while Following Distance Exhaust 0 226.
  • Page 271 Driving and Operating Driving on Grades minutes before turning the engine 3. When the wheel chocks are in off. If the overheat warning comes place, release the regular Reduce speed and shift to a lower on, see Engine Overheating 0 301. brakes until the chocks absorb gear before starting down a long or the load.

  • Page 272: Trailer Towing

    Driving and Operating Maintenance when Trailer Warning Caution Towing The driver can lose control when Pulling a trailer improperly can The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer. See pulling a trailer if the correct damage the vehicle and result in Maintenance Schedule 0 375.
  • Page 273 Driving and Operating your passengers. So please read Trailer Weight Rating (TWR) is this section carefully before pulling a calculated assuming the tow vehicle trailer. has only the driver and all required trailering equipment. Weight of Weight of the Trailer additional optional equipment, passengers, and cargo in the tow Safe trailering requires monitoring...
  • Page 274 Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* Yukon Denali 2WD 3.23/3.42 3 810 kg (8,400 lb) 6 350 kg (14,000 lb) Yukon Denali AWD 3.23/3.42 3 674 kg (8,100 lb) 6 350 kg (14,000 lb) Yukon XL Denali 2WD 3.23/3.42 3 674 kg (8,100 lb) 6 350 kg (14,000 lb)

  • Page 275: Towing Equipment

    Driving and Operating not to exceed the RGAWR before Maximum Tongue applying the weight distribution Vehicle Series Hitch Type Weight spring bars. 1500 Weight Carrying 272 kg (600 lb) Weight of the Trailering 1500 Weight Distributing 453 kg (1,000 lb) Combination It is important that the combination of the tow vehicle and trailer does...
  • Page 276 Driving and Operating tongue weight among the two When using a weight-distributing Trailer Brakes vehicle and trailer axles. See hitch, measure distance (2) before A loaded trailer that weighs more Weight of the Trailer Tongue in coupling the trailer to the hitch ball. than 900 kg (2,000 lb) must be Trailer Towing 0 271 for rating limits Measure the height again after the...
  • Page 277 Driving and Operating Trailer Wiring Harness Tow/Haul Mode, turn on the Pressing this button at the end of headlamps to help charge the the shift lever turns on and off the The seven-pin trailer connector is battery. Tow/Haul Mode. mounted in the bumper. This connector can be plugged into a Electric Brake Control Wiring seven-pin universal heavy-duty...
  • Page 278 Driving and Operating When pulling a heavy trailer or a Integrated Trailer Brake antilock brake or StabiliTrak large or heavy load in systems to activate, power sent to Control System stop-and-go traffic. the trailer's brakes will be automatically adjusted to minimize When pulling a heavy trailer or a trailer wheel lock-up.
  • Page 279 Driving and Operating The ITBC system has a control Press a Trailer Gain button. Warning (Continued) panel on the instrument panel to the If the Trailer Brake Display Page left of the steering column. The is not currently displayed, press trailer instability which could control panel allows adjustment to a Trailer Gain button to recall the...
  • Page 280 Driving and Operating The Trailer Output will indicate - - - the left will apply only the trailer To adjust Trailer Gain for each - - - on the Trailer Brake Display brakes. Use this lever to adjust towing condition: Page whenever the following occur: Trailer Gain to properly adjust the 1.
  • Page 281 Driving and Operating 3. Readjust Trailer Gain any time If the disconnect occurs while 3. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the vehicle loading, trailer loading, the vehicle is stationary, this ignition back to RUN. or road surface conditions message will automatically turn 4.

  • Page 282: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)

    Driving and Operating wiring connection to the trailer and and the trailer has the electric Warning (Continued) turn the ignition back on. If either of actuated brake system, StabiliTrak these messages continues, either may also apply the trailer brakes. vehicle or trailer tires. See Towing the vehicle or trailer needs service.

  • Page 283: Conversions And Add-Ons

    Driving and Operating Conversions and Caution Add-Ons Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause Add-On Electrical components to not work and Equipment would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always check Warning with your dealer before adding electrical equipment.

  • Page 284: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle Care Vehicle Care Brake Fluid ....305 Electrical System Battery - North America ..306 Electrical System Overload . . . 315 Four-Wheel Drive .

  • Page 285: General Information

    Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New General Information cause cancer and birth defects or Tires ......340 other reproductive harm.

  • Page 286: Accessories And Modifications

    Vehicle Care Accessories and Damage to vehicle components Vehicle Checks resulting from modifications or the Modifications installation or use of non-GM Doing Your Own Adding non-dealer accessories or certified parts, including control Service Work module or software modifications, is making modifications to the vehicle can affect vehicle performance and not covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect...

  • Page 287: Hood

    Vehicle Care Keep a record with all parts receipts Before closing the hood, be sure all and list the mileage and the date of the filler caps are on properly. Then any service work performed. See bring the hood from full open to Maintenance Records 0 387.

  • Page 288: Overview

    Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 5.3L V8 Engine...
  • Page 289 Vehicle Care 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See 9. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Jump Starting - North Checking Engine Oil under America 0 357. Engine Oil 0 290. 2. Battery - North America 0 306. 10. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Adding Washer 3.
  • Page 290 Vehicle Care 6.2L V8 Engine...

  • Page 291: Engine Oil

    Vehicle Care 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See 11. Engine Compartment Fuse Checking Engine Oil Jump Starting - North Block 0 316. If equipped, the ENGINE OIL LOW America 0 357. ADD OIL message displays when Engine Oil 2. Battery - North America 0 306. the engine oil level may be too low.
  • Page 292 Vehicle Care Follow these guidelines: When to Add Engine Oil Caution (Continued) To get an accurate reading, park the vehicle on level ground. operating range, i.e., the engine Check the engine oil level after has so much oil that the oil level the engine has been off for at gets above the cross-hatched least two hours.

  • Page 293: Engine Oil Life System

    Vehicle Care Specification When selecting an oil of the Used oil can be a threat to the appropriate viscosity grade, it is environment. If you change your Ask for and use engine oils that recommended to select an oil of the own oil, be sure to drain all the oil meet the dexos1 specification.

  • Page 294: Automatic Transmission Fluid (6-Speed Transmission)

    Vehicle Care an oil change is necessary. See engine oil change. Always reset the Automatic Transmission Engine Oil Messages 0 161. engine oil life to 100% after every oil Fluid (6-Speed Change the oil as soon as possible change. It will not reset itself. To Transmission) within the next 1 000 km (600 mi).
  • Page 295 Vehicle Care Information Center (DIC). See Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 152. automatic transmission fluid listed transmission to overheat. Be sure 6. Using the transmission fluid in Recommended Fluids and to get an accurate reading if temperature reading, determine Lubricants 0 384.
  • Page 296 Vehicle Care Hot Check Procedure Use this procedure to check the transmission fluid level when the transmission fluid temperature is between 71 °C and 93 °C (160 °F and 200 °F). 1. Locate the transmission 5. If the fluid level is below the The hot check is the most accurate dipstick at the rear of the COLD check band, add only...

  • Page 297: Automatic Transmission Fluid (8-Speed Transmission)

    Vehicle Care 2. Flip the handle up, then pull out the level into the HOT band. equipped with a transmission fluid the dipstick and wipe it with a It does not take much fluid, level dipstick. There is a special clean rag or paper towel.

  • Page 298: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

    Vehicle Care transmission fluid listed in cleaner/filter for damage, and 2. Disconnect the outlet duct by Recommended Fluids and replace if damaged. Do not clean loosening the air duct Lubricants 0 384. the engine air cleaner/filter or clamp (3). components with water or 3.

  • Page 299: Cooling System

    Vehicle Care Warning Warning Operating the engine with the air Heater and radiator hoses, and cleaner/filter off can cause you or other engine parts, can be very others to be burned. The air hot. Do not touch them. If you do, cleaner not only cleans the air;...

  • Page 300: 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 301 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant the FULL COLD mark. If it is not, Warning there may be a leak in the cooling The coolant surge tank is in the system. engine compartment on the Steam and scalding liquids from a If coolant is visible but the coolant passenger side of the vehicle.

  • Page 302: Engine Overheating

    Vehicle Care Turn the pressure cap slowly 6. Verify coolant level after the There is a coolant temperature counterclockwise about one full engine is shut off and the gauge in the vehicle's instrument turn. If a hiss is heard, wait for cluster.
  • Page 303 Vehicle Care If Steam is Coming from the message, along with a low coolant If the engine coolant temperature condition, can indicate a serious gauge is no longer in the overheat Engine Compartment problem. zone or an overheat warning no longer displays, the vehicle can be Warning If there is an engine overheat...

  • Page 304: Engine Fan

    Vehicle Care If there is no sign of steam, idle the Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer engine for five minutes while symbol on it. Add washer fluid until What to Use parked. If the warning is still the tank is full.

  • Page 305: Brakes

    Vehicle Care proper sequence to torque Caution (Continued) Warning specifications. See Capacities and Specifications 0 389. When using concentrated The brake wear warning sound Brake pads should be replaced as washer fluid, follow the means that soon the brakes will complete sets.

  • Page 306: Brake Fluid

    Vehicle Care Brake Fluid A fluid leak in the brake When the brake fluid falls to a low hydraulic system. Have the level, the brake warning light comes brake hydraulic system fixed. on. See Brake System Warning With a leak, the brakes will not Light 0 145.

  • Page 307: Battery - North America

    Vehicle Care Infrequent Usage: Remove the Caution Warning black, negative ( ) cable from the battery to keep the battery from If brake fluid is spilled on the WARNING: Battery posts, running down. vehicle's painted surfaces, the terminals, and related Extended Storage: Remove the paint finish can be damaged.

  • Page 308: Front Axle

    Vehicle Care How to Check Lubricant When to Change Lubricant Refer to Maintenance Schedule 0 375 to determine how often to change the lubricant. What to Use Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 384 to determine what kind of lubricant to use. Front Axle When to Check and Change 1.

  • Page 309: Rear Axle

    Vehicle Care Rear Axle two. The rear axle assembly must What to Use be supported on a flat, level surface Refer to Recommended Fluids and When to Check Lubricant to get a true reading. Lubricants 0 384 to determine what It is not necessary to regularly kind of lubricant to use.

  • Page 310: Starter Switch Check

    Vehicle Care noise emissions to exceed Federal to its sale or delivery to the Air Intake: standards, are covered by the ultimate purchaser or while it is Removal of the air cleaner warranty for the life of the vehicle. in use; or silencer.

  • Page 311: Check

    Vehicle Care Do not use the accelerator 2. Apply the parking brake. Be Park Brake and P (Park) pedal, and be ready to turn off ready to apply the regular Mechanism Check the engine immediately if it brake immediately if the vehicle starts.

  • Page 312: Wiper Blade Replacement

    Vehicle Care To check the P (Park) warranty. Do not allow the mechanism's holding ability: wiper blade arm to touch the With the engine running, shift to windshield. P (Park). Then release the 5. Reverse Steps 1 3 for wiper parking brake followed by the blade replacement.

  • Page 313: Glass Replacement

    Vehicle Care 2. Push the release lever (2) to Driver Assistance Systems Headlamp Aiming disengage the hook and push When a windshield replacement is Headlamp aim has been preset and the wiper arm (1) out of the needed and the vehicle is equipped should need no further adjustment.

  • Page 314: Bulb Replacement

    Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement LED Lighting Back-Up Lamps This vehicle has several LED lamps. To replace a back-up bulb: For the proper type of replacement For replacement of any LED lighting bulbs, see Replacement 1. Open the liftgate. See assembly, contact your dealer. Bulbs 0 315.

  • Page 315: License Plate Lamp

    Vehicle Care License Plate Lamp 3. Remove the two screws from 5. Turn the bulb socket the taillamp assembly. counterclockwise to remove it Passenger Side Shown, Driver from the taillamp assembly. 4. Pull the taillamp assembly Side Similar straight back to remove. 6.

  • Page 316: Replacement Bulbs

    Vehicle Care 2. Bulb 6. Push the lamp assembly back Electrical System into position until the release 3. Lamp Assembly tab locks into place. Electrical System To replace one of these bulbs: Overload 1. Push the lamp assembly (3) Replacement Bulbs toward the center of the The vehicle has fuses to protect Exterior Lamp...

  • Page 317: Fuses

    Vehicle Care Windshield Wipers Fuses of the same amperage can Caution be temporarily borrowed from If the wiper motor overheats due to another fuse location, if a fuse goes heavy snow or ice, the windshield Spilling liquid on any electrical out.
  • Page 318 Vehicle Care...
  • Page 319 Vehicle Care Item Usage Item Usage Item Usage Electric running boards Driver motorized Reverse lamps ABS pump safety belt ABS valve Interior BEC LT1 Trailer brakes Passenger Upfitter 3 relay motorized safety belt ALC exhaust Right trailer Suspension solenoid stoplamp/Turn leveling Integrated chassis signal lamp...
  • Page 320 Vehicle Care Item Usage Item Usage Item Usage Upfitter 4 relay Reverse lamps RC upfitter 3 and 4 VBAT Engine upfitter 3 and 4 Parking lamp relay Injector A odd Injector B even Upfitter 1 relay O2 sensor B Throttle control Engine control Engine control module ignition...

  • Page 321: Instrument Panel Fuse Block

    Vehicle Care The left instrument panel fuse block Item Usage Item Usage access door is on the driver side Engine control edge of the instrument panel. module/ Pull off the cover to access the fuse Transmission block. Fuel pump prime control module Right HID Auxiliary interior...
  • Page 322 Vehicle Care Item Usage Accessory power outlet 1 Retained accessory power APO/BATT Universal garage door opener/Interior rearview mirror SEO/Retained accessory power Body control module 3 Body control module 5 Steering wheel control backlighting The vehicle may not be equipped Item Usage Discrete logic ignition with all of the fuses, relays, and...
  • Page 323 Vehicle Care Item Usage Item Usage Item Usage Mirror window module SEO/Automatic level Left heated, cooled, control or ventilated seat (if Body control module 1 equipped) Park enable/Electric Front bolster (if adjustable pedal (if equipped) equipped) Accessory power Miscellaneous/RC outlet 2 Heated steering wheel HVAC/Ignition Steering column...

  • Page 324: (Right)

    Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Right) The right instrument panel fuse block access door is on the passenger side edge of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block. The vehicle may not be equipped Item Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and...
  • Page 325 Vehicle Care Item Usage Item Usage Item Usage Sunroof Body control module 2 Accessory power A/C Inverter outlet 4 Infotainment/Airbag Glove box /RF window switch/ Right door window Rain sensor motor Obstacle Front blower detection/USB Body control module 6 Radio Steering wheel Body control module 7 controls...

  • Page 326: Block

    Vehicle Care Item Usage Item Usage Rear defogger relay Left heated second Rear Compartment Fuse row seat Block Right heated second row seat Heated mirrors Liftgate Glass breakage Liftglass Liftgate module logic Rear wiper Rear HVAC blower Second row seat Liftgate module The rear compartment fuse block is Third row seat...

  • Page 327: Wheels And Tires

    Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Item Usage Warning (Continued) Rear fog lamp Tires Underinflated tires pose (if equipped) the same danger as Every new GM vehicle has Rear fog lamp overloaded tires. The (if equipped) high-quality tires made by a resulting crash could leading tire manufacturer.

  • Page 328: All-Season Tires

    Vehicle Care All-Season Tires Winter Tires Warning (Continued) This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not originally Replace any tires that all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter have been damaged by designed to provide good overall tires are designed for increased performance on most road surfaces traction on snow and ice-covered...

  • Page 329: Low-Profile Tires

    Vehicle Care Winter tires with the same speed Tire Sidewall Labeling Caution (Continued) rating as the original equipment tires Useful information about a tire is may not be available for H, V, W, Y, with road hazards like potholes, molded into the sidewall. The and ZR speed rated tires.
  • Page 330 Vehicle Care (2) TPC Spec (Tire week of the year 2010 would (7) Maximum Cold Inflation Performance Criteria have a four-digit DOT date Load Limit Maximum load that Specification) Original of 0310. can be carried and the equipment tires designed to maximum pressure needed to (4) Tire Identification Number GM's specific tire performance...

  • Page 331: Tire Designations

    Vehicle Care Tire Designations (3) Aspect Ratio A two-digit is certified to carry. The speed number that indicates the tire rating is the maximum speed a Tire Size height-to-width measurements. tire is certified to carry a load. For example, if the tire size The example shows a typical Tire Terminology and aspect ratio is 75, as shown in...
  • Page 332 Vehicle Care Bead The tire bead contains Department of Transportation Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire steel wires wrapped by steel (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety tire used on light duty trucks and cords that hold the tire onto Standards. The DOT code some multipurpose passenger the rim.
  • Page 333 Vehicle Care Normal Occupant Weight tire inflation pressure as shown Treadwear Indicators Narrow number of occupants a vehicle on the tire placard. See Tire bands, sometimes called wear is designed to seat multiplied by Pressure 0 333 and Vehicle bars, that show across the tread 68 kg (150 lb).

  • Page 334: Tire Pressure

    Vehicle Care Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire Pressure Caution (Continued) Tire Load on an individual tire Tires need the correct amount of due to curb weight, accessory Poor handling. air pressure to operate weight, occupant weight, and effectively. Rough ride. cargo weight.

  • Page 335: Operation

    Vehicle Care load the vehicle with more matches the recommended Tire Pressure for weight than it was designed to pressure on the Tire and High-Speed Operation carry. Loading Information label, no further adjustment is necessary. Warning When to Check If the inflation pressure is low, Check the tires once a month add air until the recommended Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h...

  • Page 336: System

    Vehicle Care (3 psi) above the recommended tire tire inflation pressure label, you not reached the level to trigger pressure shown on the Tire and should determine the proper tire illumination of the TPMS low tire Loading Information label. Return inflation pressure for those tires.) pressure telltale.

  • Page 337: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Vehicle Care alternate tires and wheels allow the The low tire pressure warning light TPMS to continue to function may come on in cool weather when properly. the vehicle is first started, and then turn off as the vehicle is driven. This See Tire Pressure Monitor could be an early indicator that the Operation 0 336.
  • Page 338 Vehicle Care cycle until the problem is corrected. the sensor matching process is Caution Some of the conditions that can performed successfully. See cause these to come on are: your dealer for service. Tire sealant materials are not all One of the road tires has been Replacement tires or wheels do the same.
  • Page 339 Vehicle Care more of the TPMS sensors. Also, The TPMS sensor matching 6. Start with the driver side the TPMS sensor matching process process is: front tire. should be performed after replacing 1. Set the parking brake. 7. Place the relearn tool against a spare tire with a road tire the tire sidewall, near the valve 2.

  • Page 340: Tire Inspection

    Vehicle Care 12. Set all four tires to the The tire has a puncture, cut, recommended air pressure or other damage that cannot level as indicated on the Tire be repaired well because of and Loading Information label. the size or location of the damage.

  • Page 341: When It Is Time For New

    Vehicle Care Check that all wheel nuts are When It Is Time for New The rubber in tires ages over time. This also applies to the spare tire, properly tightened. See Wheel Tires if the vehicle has one, even if it is Nut Torque under Capacities Factors, such as maintenance, never used.

  • Page 342: Buying New Tires

    Vehicle Care of grease, gasoline, or other vehicle, including brake system on proper tire rotation. However, substances that can deteriorate performance, ride and handling, if it is necessary to replace only rubber. traction control, and tire one axle set of worn tires, place pressure monitoring the new tires on the rear axle.

  • Page 343: Different Size Tires And Wheels

    Vehicle Care Winter tires with the same speed The Tire and Loading Warning (Continued) rating as the original equipment Information label indicates the tires may not be available for H, original equipment tires on the This vehicle may have a V, W, Y and ZR speed rated vehicle.

  • Page 344: Uniform Tire Quality

    Vehicle Care applies only to vehicles sold in Treadwear 200 Traction AA Warning Temperature A the United States. The grades are molded on the sidewalls of All Passenger Car Tires Must If different sized wheels are used, most passenger car tires. The Conform to Federal Safety there may not be an acceptable Uniform Tire Quality Grading...

  • Page 345: Wheel Alignment And Tire

    Vehicle Care Traction laboratory test wheel. Sustained Wheel Alignment and Tire high temperature can cause the Balance The traction grades, from material of the tire to degenerate highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, The tires and wheels were aligned and reduce tire life, and and C.

  • Page 346: Tire Chains

    Vehicle Care Some aluminum wheels can be Tire Chains Caution repaired. See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Warning The wrong wheel can also cause Your dealer will know the kind of problems with bearing life, brake wheel that is needed. If the vehicle has 265/65R18, cooling, speedometer or P265/65R18, P275/55R20,...

  • Page 347: If A Tire Goes Flat

    Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat Warning (Continued) Warning It is unusual for a tire to blowout If traction devices are used, install Driving on a flat tire will cause while driving, especially if the tires them on the rear tires. permanent damage to the tire.

  • Page 348: Tire Changing

    Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) be badly injured or killed if the 3. For vehicles with four-wheel drive with an N (Neutral) vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack transfer case position, be is provided with the vehicle, only sure the transfer case is in a use it for changing a flat tire.
  • Page 349 Vehicle Care 4. Turn the jack knob (1) counterclockwise to release the jack and wheel blocks from the bracket. 5. Turn the wing nut retaining the wheel blocks (2) counterclockwise to remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer. Use the following tools: 1.
  • Page 350 Vehicle Care To access the spare tire, refer to the 1. Open the hoist shaft access following graphics and instructions: door (3) on the bumper to access the spare tire lock (6). 3. Assemble the two jack handle If equipped with a hitch cover, extensions (4) and wheel turn the hitch cover retainers wrench (5), as shown.
  • Page 351 Vehicle Care 4. Insert the open end of the 6. Use the wheel wrench hook to Removing the Flat Tire and extension (7) through the hole pull the hoist cable closer to Installing the Spare Tire in the rear bumper (8) (hoist assist in reaching the 1.
  • Page 352 Vehicle Care one jack handle extension. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extension. Attach the jack handle to the jack. Position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire where the frame sections overlap. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle.
  • Page 353 Vehicle Care both jack handle Warning extensions (3). Attach the wheel wrench (4) to the jack Raising the vehicle with the jack handle extensions (3). Attach improperly positioned can the jack handle (2) to the damage the vehicle and even jack (1).
  • Page 354 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) towel can be used; however, use using accessory locking wheel a scraper or wire brush later to nuts. See Capacities and remove all rust or dirt. Specifications 0 389 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications.
  • Page 355 Vehicle Care For center caps, line up the tab Caution on the center cap with the slot in the wheel. The cap only goes in Storing an aluminum wheel with a one way. Place the cap on the flat tire under your vehicle for an wheel and press until it snaps extended period of time or with into place.
  • Page 356 Vehicle Care 2. Tilt the tire toward the vehicle. Separate the tire/wheel retainer from the guide pin. Pull the pin through the center of the wheel. Tilt the retainer down through the center wheel opening. Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel.

  • Page 357: Full-Size Spare Tire

    Vehicle Care 2. Assemble the wheel blocks If equipped with a temporary use This spare tire was developed for and jack together with the full-size spare tire, it is indicated on use on this vehicle, so it is all right wing nut.

  • Page 358: Jump Starting

    Vehicle Care Jump Starting Warning (Continued) Caution Jump Starting - North See California Proposition Ignoring these steps could result 65 Warning 0 284. in costly damage to the vehicle America that would not be covered by the For more information about the vehicle warranty.
  • Page 359 Vehicle Care unwanted ground connection. For more information on the Caution (Continued) You would not be able to start location of the remote your vehicle, and the bad positive (+) and remote warranty. Whenever possible, turn grounding could damage the negative ( ) terminals, see off or unplug all accessories on electrical systems.
  • Page 360 Vehicle Care metal engine part or to a 6. Connect the red positive (+) Warning (Continued) remote negative ( ) terminal if cable to the positive (+) the vehicle has one. terminal of the vehicle with the your eyes or on your skin, flush dead battery.

  • Page 361: Towing The Vehicle

    Vehicle Care Towing the Vehicle Caution If the jumper cables are Caution connected or removed in the Incorrectly towing a disabled wrong order, electrical shorting vehicle may cause damage. The may occur and damage the damage would not be covered by vehicle.

  • Page 362: Recreational Vehicle

    Vehicle Care Recreational Vehicle Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) Towing warranty. If using a shield, only components could be damaged. Recreational vehicle towing means use one that attaches to the The repairs would not be covered towing the vehicle behind another towing vehicle.
  • Page 363 Vehicle Care R (Reverse) and then to D 8. Move the steering wheel to Warning (Drive). There should be no make sure the steering column movement of the vehicle while is unlocked. Shifting a four-wheel-drive shifting. 9. With a foot on the brake pedal, vehicle's transfer case into 5.
  • Page 364 Vehicle Care 5. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN Dolly Towing Front Towing Caution with the engine off. Shift the (Front Wheels Off the Ground) transfer case out of N (Neutral) Towing a four-wheel-drive vehicle to 2 . See Shifting out of with all four wheels on the N (Neutral) under Four-Wheel ground, or even with only two of...
  • Page 365 Vehicle Care Dolly Towing Rear Towing This vehicle should not be towed 4. Put the transmission in with any wheels on the ground. P (Park). (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) Four-Wheel-Drive 5. Secure the vehicle to the dolly Dolly Towing Rear Towing Vehicles following the manufacturer's...

  • Page 366: Appearance 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 367 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 368 Vehicle Care Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ Aftermarket appearance caps or Windshield and Wiper Blades covers while the lamps are Lenses, Emblems, Decals, and Clean the outside of the windshield illuminated, due to excessive Stripes with glass cleaner. heat generated. Use only lukewarm or cold water, a Clean rubber blades using a lint-free soft cloth, and a car washing soap cloth or paper towel soaked with...
  • Page 369 Vehicle Care can be removed by rubbing with a Caution Caution (Continued) clean cloth. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 384. Chrome wheels and other chrome brushes. Damage could occur Tires trim may be damaged if the and the repairs would not be vehicle is not washed after driving covered by the vehicle warranty.

  • Page 370: Interior Care

    Vehicle Care For 1500 Series vehicles, at least underbody. Take care to thoroughly Finish Damage every other oil change lubricate the clean any areas where mud and Quickly repair minor chips and outer tie rod ends. other debris can collect. If equipped scratches with touch-up materials with power assist steps, extend Control arm ball joints on 1500...
  • Page 371 Vehicle Care hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect Do not use laundry detergents or Caution repellent from all interior surfaces or dishwashing soaps with permanent damage may result. degreasers. For liquid cleaners, To prevent scratching, never use use approximately 20 drops per Use cleaners specifically designed abrasive cleaners on automotive 3.8 L (1 gal) of water.
  • Page 372 Vehicle Care Fabric/Carpet/Suede to a clean area frequently to Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces prevent forcing the soil in to the and Vehicle Information and Start by vacuuming the surface fabric. Radio Displays using a soft brush attachment. If a 4. Continue gently rubbing the rotating vacuum brush attachment is Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss soiled area until there is no...
  • Page 373 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel, Leather, Cargo Cover and Caution (Continued) Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, Convenience Net Low Gloss Paint Surfaces, and the appearance and feel of Wash with warm water and mild Natural Open Pore Wood leather or soft trim, and are not detergent.

  • Page 374: 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 375: Service And Maintenance

    Service and Maintenance Service and General Information changes and tire rotations and additional maintenance items like Maintenance Your vehicle is an important tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper investment. This section describes blades. the required maintenance for the vehicle. Follow this schedule to help General Information Caution protect against major repair...

  • Page 376: Maintenance Schedule

    Service and Maintenance frequent checks and services. The Used for taxi, police, or delivery Maintenance Additional Required Services - service. Schedule Normal are for vehicles that: Refer to the information in the Carry passengers and cargo Maintenance Schedule Additional Owner Checks and Services within recommended limits on Required Services - Severe chart.
  • Page 377 Service and Maintenance a year and the oil life system must Check engine coolant level. See Visually inspect steering, be reset. Your trained dealer Engine Coolant 0 299. suspension, and chassis technician can perform this work. components for damaged, loose, Check windshield washer fluid If the engine oil life system is reset or missing parts or signs of wear...
  • Page 378 Service and Maintenance Check automatic transmission shift lock control function. See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 0 310. Check ignition transmission lock. See Ignition Transmission Lock Check 0 310. Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism. See Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check 0 310.
  • Page 379 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 380 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance Contaminated fluid will decrease the Schedule Additional Required life of the transfer case and/or axles Services - Normal and should be replaced. (1) Or every two years, whichever (5) Or every five years, whichever comes first. More frequent comes first.
  • Page 381 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 382: Maintenance And Care

    Service and Maintenance (4) Do not directly power wash the Special Application Additional transfer case and/or front/rear axle Services Maintenance and Care output seals. High pressure water can overcome the seals and Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important contaminate the transfer case fluid.
  • Page 383 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 384 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 0 369 and and kept in good condition to Exterior Care 0 365.

  • Page 385: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants

    Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® Automatic Transmission (Except DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Denali) ®...

  • Page 386: Maintenance Replacement Parts

    Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Key Lock Cylinders, Hood Hinges, Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Power Assist Steps, and Outer Canada 10953474). Liftgate Handle Pivot Points Rear Axle SAE 75W-85 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 19300457, in Canada 19300458).
  • Page 387 Service and Maintenance Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Spark Plugs 5.3L V8; 6.2L V8 12622441 41-114 Wiper Blades Driver Side 55 cm (21.7 in) 22756331 Passenger Side 55 cm (21.7 in) 22756331 Rear 33 cm (13.0 in) 22956295...

  • Page 388: 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 389: 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) ....388 Number (VIN).
  • Page 390 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 384 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.

  • Page 391: Engine Drive Belt Routing

    Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 5.3L V8 0.95 1.10mm (0.037 0.043 in) 6.2L V8 0.95 1.10mm (0.037 0.043 in) Engine Drive Belt Routing 5.3L and 6.2L V8 Engines...

  • Page 392: Customer Information

    Procedure ....391 GMC. Normally, any concerns with General Motors ... . . 402...

  • Page 393: Customer Information

    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 394: Customer Assistance

    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 395: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users

    : View maintenance schedules, gmcowner.ca alerts, and OnStar onboard vehicle Text Telephone (TTY) diagnostic information. Schedule Users Take a trip to the GMC Owner service appointments. Centre: To assist customers who are deaf, : View and print dealer-recorded Chat live with online help...

  • Page 396: Gm Mobility Reimbursement 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 397 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 398: Scheduling Service

    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 399: 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 400 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 401: 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 402: Reporting Safety Defects

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

  • Page 403: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian

    (1-800-462-8782), or write: deployment and deploy them in a crash, and, if equipped, to provide GMC Customer Assistance Center Reporting Safety Defects antilock braking to help the driver P.O. Box 33172 control the vehicle. These modules...

  • Page 404: Event Data Recorders

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

  • Page 405: Infotainment System

    Customer Information OnStar Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statement on the OnStar website. See OnStar Additional Information 0 410. Infotainment System Using the navigation system may result in the storage of destinations, addresses, telephone numbers, and other trip information. See the infotainment manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions.

  • Page 406: Onstar

    OnStar OnStar OnStar Overview Terms, Privacy Statement, and Software Terms for more details including system limitations at www.onstar.com (U.S.) or OnStar Overview www.onstar.ca (Canada). OnStar Overview ... . . 405 The OnStar system status light is OnStar Services next to the OnStar buttons.

  • Page 407: Onstar Services

    OnStar ® Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi OnStar Services Security hotspot name or SSID and If equipped, OnStar provides these password, if equipped. Emergency services: Press to connect to an Emergency Services require an With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Advisor to: active, OnStar service plan OnStar Advisors can use GPS to Verify account information or...
  • Page 408 OnStar Navigation 3. Say Yes. System responds: Send Destination to Vehicle OK, request completed, thank Subscribers can have directions OnStar navigation requires a you, goodbye. sent to the vehicle s navigation specific OnStar service plan. screen, if equipped. Route Preview to receive Turn-by-Turn Press Press...
  • Page 409 OnStar from each other and use a 2. The Wi-Fi settings will display Remotely start/stop the vehicle, combination of letters, numbers, the Wi-Fi hotspot name (SSID), if factory-equipped. and symbols to increase the password, and on some Lock/unlock doors, if equipped security.
  • Page 410 OnStar Remote Services Calling 911 Emergency Diagnostics Contact an OnStar Advisor to 1. Press . System responds: Advanced Diagnostics provides a unlock the doors or sound the horn status of the vehicle s key systems OnStar ready. and flash the lamps. with a monthly e-mail, or by 2.
  • Page 411 OnStar OnStar Additional Reactivation for Subsequent Call TTY 1-877-248-2080. Owners Information Press to speak with an Advisor. Press and follow the prompts to In-Vehicle Audio Messages speak to an Advisor as soon as OnStar services cannot work unless possible. The Advisor will update Audio messages may play important the vehicle is in a place where vehicle records and explain OnStar...
  • Page 412 OnStar to the vehicle in a crash, or wireless access to all OnStar services, Potential Issues phone network congestion or except Virtual Advisor and OnStar OnStar cannot perform Remote jamming may prevent service. Turn-by-Turn Navigation. Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle See Radio Frequency Assistance after the vehicle has OnStar Personal Identification...
  • Page 413 OnStar A temporary loss of GPS can cause to function properly. These systems settings. These updates or changes loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is may also collect personal Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The discharged or disconnected.
  • Page 414 OnStar the privacy of any information sent hereby granted, provided that the or other dealings in this Software via wireless cellular communications above copyright notice and this without prior written authorization of cannot be assured. Third parties permission notice appear in all the copyright holder.
  • Page 415 OnStar Christian Spieler, Cosmin Truta, to this condition is redistribution of Info-ZIP. Such altered Antoine Verheijen, Paul von Behren, of a standard UnZipSFX binary versions are further prohibited Rich Wales, Mike White. (including SFXWiz) as part of a from misrepresentative use of self-extracting archive;...

  • Page 416: Index

    Index Index Airbag System (cont'd) What Will You See after an Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ....91 Modifications ....285 When Should an Airbag Accessory Power .
  • Page 417 Index Assistance Program, Battery - North America ..306, 357 Roadside ..... . 395 Blade Replacement, Wiper ..311 Calibration .
  • Page 418 Index Child Restraints Convex Mirrors ....54 Infants and Young Children . . . 100 Coolant Damage Repair, Collision ..398 Lower Anchors and Tethers Engine .
  • Page 419 Index Driving (cont'd) Electrical System (cont'd) Engine (cont'd) Starting ..... . . 220 Characteristics and Rear Compartment Fuse Towing Tips ....268 Block .
  • Page 420 Index Fluid (cont'd) Fuel (cont'd) General Information Management, Active ..226 Four-Wheel Drive Service and Maintenance ..374 Transfer Case ....233 Requirements, California .
  • Page 421 Index Heated and Ventilated Front Instrument Panel Lamps (cont'd) Seats ......68 Storage Area ....120 Reading .
  • Page 422 Index Lights (cont'd) Locks (cont'd) Messages (cont'd) Brake System ....159 Charging System ... . . 143 Safety .
  • Page 423 Index Mirrors (cont'd) Oil (cont'd) Parking (cont'd) Folding ......55 Messages ....161 Brake and P (Park) Heated .
  • Page 424 Index Privacy Remote Keyless Entry Roadside Assistance Vehicle Data Recording ..402 (RKE) System ....32, 34 Program ..... . . 395 Program Remote Vehicle Start .
  • Page 425 Index Seats Service (cont'd) Starting the Vehicle Head Restraints ....63 Parts Identification Label ..388 Messages ..... 167 Heated and Ventilated Front .
  • Page 426 Index System (cont'd) Tires (cont'd) Traction (cont'd) Pressure Light ....149 Infotainment ... . . 190, 404 Off Light .
  • Page 427 Index Warnings Hazard Flashers ....185 Vehicle Washer Fluid ....303 Alarm System .

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