Page 1: Table Of Contents
2003 Chevrolet SSR Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ......1-1 Driving Your Vehicle ........4-1 Front Seats Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..........1-2 ..4-2 Safety Belts Towing ..........1-6 ........... 4-30 Child Restraints ........1-20 Service and Appearance Care ......
Page 2: Canadian Owners
Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, How to Use This Manual CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name SSR are registered trademarks of General Motors Many people read the owner manual from beginning to Corporation.
Page 3 Safety Warnings and Symbols You will also ﬁnd a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety There are a number of safety cautions in this book. We symbol means “Do Not,” use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things “Do Not do this”...
Page 4: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this manual you will ﬁnd these notices: The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with Notice: These mean there is something that could the text describing the operation or information damage your vehicle.
Page 5 These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:...
Page 6 NOTES...
Page 7 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............1-2 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Power Seats ..........1-2 Children (LATCH System) ......1-31 Heated Seats ..........1-4 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Reclining Seatbacks ........1-4 LATCH System .........1-33 Seatback Latches ...........1-6 Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position ..........1-36 Safety Belts .............1-6...
Page 8: Front Seats
Front Seats Horizontal Control • Move the front of the seat control up or down to adjust the front portion of the cushion. Power Seats • Move the rear of the seat control up or down to Driver’s Seat adjust the rear portion of the cushion. •...
Page 9 Passenger’s Seat Horizontal Control To adjust the seat, slide the control forward or rearward to move the seat forward or rearward. Vertical Control The vertical control is used to operate the power lumbar. Adjust the seat cushion using the horizontal control. To adjust the seatback, see Reclining Seatbacks on page 1-4.
Page 10 Heated Seats Reclining Seatbacks The seatbacks in your vehicle provide head restraint, If your vehicle has this helping to prevent neck injury in a rear impact, but they feature, the switches are do not provide rollover protection. located on the outboard side of the driver’s and passenger’s seats.
Page 11 CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body.
Page 12: Safety Belts
Seatback Latches Safety Belts To fold the seatback Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone forward, push the lever on the side of the seatback This part of the manual tells you how to use safety rearward and pull the belts properly. It also tells you some things you should seatback forward.
Page 13 In most states and all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. CAUTION: You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 14: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels.
Page 15 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider The person keeps going until stopped by something. doesn’t stop. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
Page 16 or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-10...
Page 17 Questions and Answers About If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? Safety Belts You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident — even one that isn’t your fault — you Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an and your passenger can be hurt.
Page 18: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see Older Children on page 1-20 or Infants and Young Children on page 1-22.
Page 19 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt.
Page 20 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 21 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 22 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 23 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to ﬁx it.
Page 24: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way.
Page 25: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making should use it.
Page 26: Child Restraints
Child Restraints What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a Older Children lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should ﬁt snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 27 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can not properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck?
Page 28: Infants And Young Children
The lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash. Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children.
Page 29 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them.
Page 30 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? CAUTION: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Newborn infants need complete support, Selection of a particular restraint should take including support for the head and neck. into consideration not only the child’s weight, height, This is necessary because a newborn infant’s and age but also whether or not the restraint will...
Page 31: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 32 A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for seating surface against the back of the infant. The the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields.
Page 33 A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the ﬁt of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a ﬁve-point harness. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window.
Page 34 When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child How do child restraints work? restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor A child restraint system is any device designed for vehicle safety standards.
Page 35: Top Strap
Top Strap CAUTION: Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be to the vehicle.
Page 36 CAUTION: Each top tether bracket is designed to anchor only one child restraint. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single bracket could cause the anchor to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or others could be injured if this happens.
Page 37: Top Strap Anchor Location
Top Strap Anchor Location Your vehicle has a top strap anchor for the passenger’s seating position. The anchor is located on the back of the seat. Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers A. Lower Anchorage B. Lower Anchorage for Children (LATCH System) C.
Page 38 To assist you in locating the anchors for this child restraint system, the passenger seat has visible metal anchors in the seat, where the seatback meets the seat cushion. CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points, the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly.
Page 39: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Securing a Child Restraint Designed Here is why: for the LATCH System CAUTION: Your vehicle has a passenger airbag. There is an airbag off switch in the glove box you can use to turn off the passenger’s airbag. See Airbag Off Switch on page 1-48 A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be for more on this, including important safety information.
Page 40 1. Your vehicle has a passenger’s airbag. See Airbag Off Switch on page 1-48. If your child CAUTION: restraint is forward-facing, always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing it in this seat. See Power Seats on page 1-2. Never If the airbag readiness light ever comes on use a rear-facing child restraint in this seat unless when you have turned off the passenger’s...
Page 41 To remove the child restraint, simply unhook the top strap from the top tether anchor and then disconnect CAUTION: the anchor points. If you were using a rear-facing child restraint, turn If the passenger’s frontal airbag is turned on the passenger’s air bag when you remove the off for a person who is not in a risk group rear-facing child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a...
Page 42 Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position Your vehicle has a passenger air bag. There is an air bag off switch in the glove box you can use to turn off the passenger’s air bag. See Airbag Off Switch on page 1-48 for more on this, including important safety information.
Page 43 Here is why: CAUTION: CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the passenger’s A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be frontal airbag, it means that something may be seriously injured or killed if the passenger’s wrong with the airbag system.
Page 44 If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the lap-shoulder belt. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1.
Page 45 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, the retractor to set the lock. pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Page 46: Airbag Systems
Airbag Systems To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag adult or larger child passenger.
Page 47 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: of hitting things inside the vehicle or being Both frontal and side impact airbags inﬂate ejected from it. Airbags are designed to work with great force, faster than the blink of an with safety belts but do not replace them. eye.
Page 48 The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical CAUTION: problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-25 for more information. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, Where Are the Airbags? any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed.
Page 49 The passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel The driver’s side impact airbag is in the side of the on the passenger’s side. driver’s seatback closest to the door. 1-43...
Page 50 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inﬂating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other...
Page 51 When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that does not move or deform, the threshold level for the reduced deployment is about 12 to 16 mph The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbags (19 to 26 km/h), and the threshold level for a full are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal deployment is about 20 to 25 mph (32 to 40 km/h).
Page 52: How Does An Airbag Restrain
How Does an Airbag Restrain? Side impact airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe side crashes. A side impact airbag will inﬂate if the crash severity is above the system’s In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, designed “threshold level.”...
Page 53 What Will You See After an Airbag CAUTION: Inﬂates? After the air bag inﬂates, it quickly deﬂates, so quickly When an airbag inﬂates, there is dust in the that some people may not even realize the air bag air. This dust could cause breathing problems inﬂated.
Page 54: Airbag Off Switch
In many crashes severe enough to inﬂate an air bag, Notice: If you damage the covering for the driver’s windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. or the passenger’s airbag, the bag may not work Additional windshield breakage may also occur from properly.
Page 55 Medical Condition. A passenger has a This switch should only be turned to the off position if the person in the passenger’s position is a member of medical condition which, according to his a passenger risk group identiﬁed by the national or her physician: government as follows: •...
Page 56 United States Canada United States To turn off the passenger’s frontal airbag, insert your ignition key into the switch, push in, and move the switch to off position. Canada 1-50...
Page 57 The airbag off light, located on the roof panel above the rearview mirror, will come on and stay on to let you know that the passenger’s frontal airbag is off. See Airbag Off Light on page 3-26. The passenger’s frontal airbag will remain off until you turn it back on again.
Page 58: Restraint System Check
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Restraint System Check Vehicle Checking the Restraint Systems Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder around your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors have information about servicing your vehicle and the and anchorages are working properly.
Page 59: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts If you have had a crash, do you need new belts or LATCH system parts? After a Crash After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need CAUTION: new parts.
Page 60 NOTES 1-54...
Page 61: Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............2-2 Mirrors ............2-24 Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-4 Manual Rearview Mirror .........2-24 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with ® HomeLink ..........2-24 Doors and Locks ..........2-7 Outside Power Heated Mirrors ......2-25 Door Locks ............2-7 Outside Convex Mirror ........2-25 Power Door Locks ..........2-8...
Page 62: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed.
Page 63 Center Console Storage Area Key One key is used for the ignition, the doors and all locks except the center A separate key is provided console. for locking the center console storage area. If you need a new key, contact your dealer for assistance.
Page 64: Remote Keyless Entry System
Remote Keyless Entry System At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer Your keyless entry system operates on a radio to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.
Page 65 Remote Keyless Entry System (Lock): Press lock to lock all the doors. Press lock again within three seconds and the horn will chirp. Operation (Cargo Cover Release): To release the cargo You can lock and unlock your doors and cargo area cover, press the button with this symbol on it.
Page 66: Battery Replacement
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your To replace the battery in the remote keyless entry transmitter do the following: Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer.
Page 67: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry System Door Locks Operation on page 2-5 for more information. To lock or unlock the driver’s door from the outside with the key, insert the key and turn it clockwise to lock or CAUTION: counterclockwise to unlock.
Page 68 Power Door Locks Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your power door lock switch is located on the Your vehicle is programmed from the factory to console switchbank. automatically lock and unlock under certain conditions. See Center Console If all the doors are closed, when you move the shift Switchbank on page 3-16 lever out of PARK (P) all of the doors will lock on for more information.
Page 69: Leaving Your Vehicle
Customizing Your Automatic Door Tailgate Locks Feature To open the tailgate, do the following: The automatic door locks can be programmed to the 1. Open the cargo cover using the remote keyless preferred settings for up to two drivers. See DIC Vehicle entry transmitter or the cargo cover release Personalization on page 3-52 for more information.
Page 70: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 71: Programming The Power Windows
Power Windows Express Down Window Both driver’s and passenger’s window switches have The driver’s and the express-down feature. Tap the bottom of the driver’s passenger’s power window or passenger’s power window switch and immediately switches are located on release. The window will lower completely. To stop the center console the express-down feature from lowering the window switchbank.
Page 72: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Sun Visors Content Theft-Deterrent To block out glare, you can swing down the sun visors. Your vehicle is equipped with a content theft-deterrent You can also move them from side to side. alarm system. Visor Vanity Mirror With this system, the security light will ﬂash as Open the cover on the sun visor to expose the you open the door (if...
Page 73: Testing The Alarm
Testing the Alarm If a locked door is opened with the key, without the key, or without the remote keyless entry transmitter, the The alarm can be tested by following these steps: alarm will go off. The headlamps and parking lamps will ﬂash for two minutes, and the horn will sound for 1.
Page 74: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
® Passlock Starting and Operating Your Vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with the ® Passlock theft-deterrent system. ® Passlock is a passive theft-deterrent system. New Vehicle Break-In ® Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key. If a correct key is not used or the Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate ignition lock cylinder is tampered with, the fuel system break-in.
Page 75: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions A (OFF): This is the only position in which you can insert or remove the key. This position locks the ignition and transmission. It is a theft-deterrent feature. Notice: Lengthy operation of features such as the radio in the accessory ignition position may drain the battery and prevent your vehicle from starting.
Page 76: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine When starting your engine in very cold weather (below 0°F or 18 °C), do this: Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the Your engine won’t start in any other position—that’s a ignition key to START and hold it there up to safety feature.
Page 77: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation CAUTION: (Continued) engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P).
Page 78 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine running at high speed may damage Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle the transmission. The repairs would not be is moving forward could damage the transmission.
Page 79: Parking Brake
Parking Brake SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy than DRIVE (D) and THIRD (3). You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on.
Page 80 Shifting Into Park (P) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to.
Page 81: Leaving Your Vehicle With The Engine Running
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Torque Lock Engine Running If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl CAUTION: in the transmission.
Page 82: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust system sounds strange or different.
Page 83: Running The Engine While Parked
Running the Engine While Parked CAUTION: It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with CAUTION: the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 84: Mirrors
Mirrors Mirror Operation The mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you. A time delay feature prevents Manual Rearview Mirror rapid changing from the day to night positions while driving under lights and through traffic. The vehicle may have a manual rearview mirror. While sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror (On/Off): The automatic dimming feature is so you can see clearly behind your vehicle.
Page 85: Outside Convex Mirror
Outside Power Heated Mirrors Both mirrors heat to clear them of ice, snow and condensation when the rear window defogger is turned on. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Climate The vehicle has outside heated power mirrors. Control System on page 3-18 for more information. The power mirror The mirrors can be manually folded inward to prevent control is located on...
Page 86: Homelink Transmitter
® Outside Automatic Dimming HomeLink Transmitter Heated Mirror ® HomeLink Wireless Control System If the vehicle has this feature, the driver’s side outside rearview mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps from behind by pushing the on and off settings on the mirror.
Page 87: Homelink Wireless Control
® If your vehicle is equipped with the HomeLink Read the instructions completely before attempting to ® Transmitter, it complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. program the HomeLink Transmitter. Because of Operation is subject to the following two conditions: the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and person available to assist you in programming the...
Page 88: Programming Homelink
® Programming HomeLink 4. The indicator light will ﬂash slowly at ﬁrst and then ® rapidly after HomeLink successfully receives the Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to Release both buttons.
Page 89: Gate Operator And Canadian Programming
Gate Operator and Canadian 6. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn” Programming or “Smart” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter motor-head unit.
Page 90: Using Homelink
® Using HomeLink Reprogramming a Single ® HomeLink Button ® Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come ® ® To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink on while the signal is being transmitted.
Page 91: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Instrument Panel Storage Area There is a storage tray located to the right of the Glove Box steering wheel on the instrument panel. Press on the tray to release it. The tray will slide out of the instrument To open the glove box, pull on the lever.
Page 92 Cargo Cover To open your cargo cover area manually, do the following: Opening the Cargo Cover 1. Locate the control box under the rear of the vehicle on the driver’s side, behind the rear tire. Press this button located in the glovebox to release the cargo cover.
Page 93: Removing The Cargo Cover
Removing the Cargo Cover 3. Locate and remove the bolts that hold the cargo Your vehicle’s cargo cover can be removed. You will cover in place. There is need more than one person to remove the cargo cover. one bolt on each side near the front of the 1.
Page 94: Emergency Cargo Cover Release Handle
Emergency Cargo Cover Release Handle 4. Slide the cover rearward and then lift up on the passenger’s side of the cargo cover. Then have another person lift the driver’s side of the cargo cover. Notice: Using the emergency cargo cover release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing 5.
Page 95 Cargo Area Rails Cargo Cover Storage System Your vehicle may have a cargo cover storage system. Your vehicle has side and lower cargo area rails in the cargo area of your vehicle. The cargo area rails can To use the cargo area storage system, do the following: be used to attach additional storage items such as the 1.
Page 96: Cargo Net System
Cargo Net System 2. Attach the telescoping crossbar to the upper bed rails in your tailgate by pushing in the base and sliding rearward. Your vehicle may have cargo netting to help keep items in your tailgate from moving around. 3.
Page 97: Convertible Top
Side-Saddle Storage Convertible Top Your vehicle may have a side-saddle storage system to Roof Tonneau store items on either side of the rear cargo area. For more information on this feature, see your dealer. Your vehicle has a roof tonneau that is raised or lowered along with the convertible top using the convertible top switch located on the center console switchbank.
Page 98: Convertible Top Operation
Convertible Top Operation (Top Open): Press and hold this symbol on the convertible top switch to open the convertible Notice: If you operate the convertible top switch top. The windows will lower automatically when the top continuously while the ignition is in ACCESSORY, begins to lower.
Page 99 4. In the area behind the seats, locate the two sets of 6. Using the release tool from the convertible top, cables behind the carpet ﬂaps. The cables on the hook the tool into the green loop. driver’s side of the vehicle are located behind The convertible top release tool is provided when the tire inﬂator kit.
Page 100 9. You will know the latches have been released when the roof tonneau can be raised. If you cannot raise the roof tonneau, repeat Steps 4 through 7 on both sides of the vehicle until the roof tonneau can be raised. 11.
Page 101 13. Remove the plastic cap located between the sun visors. Turn the cap in either direction about a quarter of a turn, then pull downward to remove it. 14. Slide the tool side of the convertible top release tool until Driver’s side roof latch shown, passenger’s the entire tool forms side similar...
Page 102 16. From the upright position, push down on the outer area of the boot cover panel where the hinges and hydraulic cylinders are located to separate it from the roof tonneau. Then, continue to push the 15. Insert the convertible top release tool into the latch boot cover panel down as far as it will go.
Page 103 18. Latch the tonneau panel. Pull the red cable with the release tool until the cable is pulled tight and the roof tonneau latch engages. 19. Repeat Step 18 on the other side of the vehicle. 20. You will know the latches are engaged if the roof tonneau cannot be raised.
Page 104: Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization A second seating position can be programmed by repeating the procedure with a second driver and pressing button 2 for three seconds. Each time Memory Seat button 1 or 2 is pressed and released while the vehicle is in PARK (P), a single chime will sound, and the memory position will be recalled.
Page 105: Instrument Panel
Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-2 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ....3-30 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-3 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ......3-30 Other Warning Devices ........3-4 Oil Pressure Gage ........3-34 Horn .............3-4 Change Engine Oil Light ........3-35 Tilt Wheel .............3-4 Security Light ..........3-35 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......3-5 Cruise Control Light ........3-35 Exterior Lamps ..........3-11...
Page 106: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 107: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers A. Climate Control Vents. See Climate Control System on page 3-18. B. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-23. C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-5. D. Exterior and Interior Lamps Control. See Exterior Lamps on page 3-11 and Interior Lamps on page 3-14.
Page 108: Tilt Wheel
Horn The hazard warning ﬂasher button is located To sound the horn, press the horn symbol on the on the top of the steering wheel pad. steering column. Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive.
Page 109: Turn And Lane Change Signals
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
Page 110 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows ﬂash more quickly than normal, a signal bulb may To change the headlamps from low to high beam, push be burned out and other drivers won’t see your the lever toward the instrument panel.
Page 111: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers (High Speed): For high-speed wiping, turn the band further, to the second solid band past the (Windshield Wipers): To use the windshield delay settings. wipers, turn the band with the wiper symbol on it. (Off): Turn the band to this symbol to turn of your (Mist): For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to windshield wipers.
Page 112: Cruise Control
Cruise Control CAUTION: With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long If you leave your cruise control on when you trips.
Page 113 Resuming a Set Speed (On): Move the switch to this position to turn the cruise control system on. Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts (Resume/Accelerate): Move the switch to this off the cruise control.
Page 114 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Passing Another Vehicle While Using Control Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. There are two ways to go to a higher speed: When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will •...
Page 115: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps The exterior lamps control operates the following systems: • Headlamps • Taillamps • Parking Lamps • License Lamps • Sidemarker Lamps • Instrument Panel Lights • Interior Courtesy Lamps (Fog Lamp Indicator Light): This light illuminates when the fog lamps are turned on. See “Fog Lamps” later in this section for more information.
Page 116: Automatic Headlamp System
Automatic Headlamp System You may be able to turn off your automatic headlamp system. See “Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)” later When it is dark enough outside, your automatic in this section for more information. headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the If you start your vehicle in a dark garage, the automatic normal brightness along with other lamps such as headlamp system will come on immediately.
Page 117: Daytime Running Lamps
Daytime Running Lamps When it begins to get dark, the headlamps will automatically switch from DRL to the regular headlamps. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, put your vehicle’s others to see the front of your vehicle during the transmission in PARK (P).
Page 118: Interior Lamps
Interior Lamps (Interior Lamp Control): The interior lamp control (A) is located to the left of the steering wheel Instrument Panel Brightness and is used to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights. Press lightly on the interior lamp control and release. The control will extend outward.
Page 119: Parade Dimming
Parade Dimming Front Map Lamps This feature prohibits the dimming of your instrument If your vehicle has front map lamps, they are located on panel displays during daylight while your headlamps the inside rearview mirror. They will automatically are on. When the light sensor reads darkness outside, come on for about 40 seconds when the doors are you will be able to dim your instrument panel displays unlocked with the remote keyless entry transmitter or...
Page 120: Accessory Power Outlets
Center Console Switchbank C. Convertible Top. See Convertible Top on page 2-37. D. Power Door Locks. See Power Door Locks on The following controls are located on your center page 2-8. console switchbank: E. Passenger Power Window. See Power Windows on page 2-11.
Page 121: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a Your vehicle has an ashtray and cigarette lighter. problem, see your dealer for additional information To access, push the upper edge of the center instrument on accessory power outlets.
Page 122: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Temperature Knob The left knob on the control panel is used to adjust the temperature of the air in the vehicle. Turn the knob Climate Control System clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature. (Air Conditioning): Press this button located on the temperature knob to turn the air-conditioning system on or off.
Page 123: Fan Knob
Fan Knob Mode Knob The center knob on the control panel is used to control The right knob on the control panel is used to direct the the fan speed. Turn the knob clockwise or airﬂow inside your vehicle. Turn the knob to select counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed.
Page 124: Defogging And Defrosting
Defogging and Defrosting (Defrost): This mode directs most of the air to the windshield, with some air directed to the side window Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity outlets and the ﬂoor outlets. When you select this mode, (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass.
Page 125: Rear Window Defogger
Rear Window Defogger Outlet Adjustment The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to Use the levers located in remove fog from the rear window. the center of each outlet to change the direction The rear window defogger will only work when the of the airﬂow.
Page 126 Warning Lights, Gages, and Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages Indicators and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. This part describes the warning lights and gages that When one of the warning lights comes on and stays may be on your vehicle.
Page 127: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you’ve used, and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 128: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Tachometer Notice: If you operate the engine with the The speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles tachometer in the shaded warning area, your vehicle per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). could be damaged, and the damages would not be The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been covered by your warranty.
Page 129: Airbag Readiness Light
Airbag Readiness Light CAUTION: There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for If the airbag readiness light stays on after you malfunctions.
Page 130: Airbag Off Light
Airbag Off Light CAUTION: When you turn the passenger’s frontal air bag off, the air bag off light, located on the roof panel above the rearview mirror, will come on and stay on to remind If the passenger’s frontal airbag is turned off you that the air bag has been turned off.
Page 131: Charging System Light
Charging System Light CAUTION: The charging system light will come on brieﬂy when If the airbag readiness light ever comes on you turn on the ignition, when you have turned off the passenger’s but the engine is not frontal airbag, it means that something may be running, as a check to show you it is working.
Page 132: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the will come on when you set your parking brake.
Page 133 Anti-Lock Brake System Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light Warning Light (Automatic Transmission) With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come If the TC (traction control) on when you start your warning light comes on engine and may stay on and stays on, there may be for several seconds.
Page 134: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On-Board United States Canada Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.
Page 135 Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with this This light should come on, as a check to show you it is light on, after awhile, your emission controls may not working, when the ignition is on and the engine is work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good, not running.
Page 136: If The Light Is Flashing
If the Light is Flashing If the Light Is On Steady The following may prevent more serious damage to You may be able to correct the emission system your vehicle: malfunction by considering the following: • Reducing vehicle speed Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? •...
Page 137: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
Emissions Inspection and Have you recently changed brands of fuel? Maintenance Programs If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality will Some state/provincial and local governments have or cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed.
Page 138: Oil Pressure Gage
Oil Pressure Gage CAUTION: Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches ﬁre. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.
Page 139: Change Engine Oil Light
® Change Engine Oil Light If the light ﬂashes, the Passlock system has entered a ® tamper mode. If the vehicle fails to start, see Passlock on page 2-14. This light is displayed when the engine oil needs If the light comes on continuously while driving and to be changed.
Page 140: Reduced Engine Power Light
Reduced Engine Power Light Check Gages Warning Light This light is displayed The Check Gages light will when a noticeable come on brieﬂy when you reduction in the vehicle’s are starting the engine. performance may occur. The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed when If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving, the reduced engine power light is on but acceleration check your coolant temperature and engine oil...
Page 141: Fuel Gage
Fuel Gage Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: • At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full. • It takes a little more or less fuel to ﬁll up than the gage indicated.
Page 142: Auxiliary Gage Package
Auxiliary Gage Package Voltmeter Gage This gage (A) is located on the left side of the gage package. When your engine is not running, but the ignition is in RUN, this gage shows your battery’s state of charge in DC volts. When the ignition is on and the engine is running, the gage shows the condition of the charging system.
Page 143 Instantaneous Fuel Consumption Gage Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an This gage (B) is located in extended period.
Page 144: Transmission Temperature Gage
Transmission Temperature Gage If the transmission continues to operate above 260°F (127°C), see your dealer for service or contact GM This gage (C) is located on Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance the right side of the gage Program on page 7-5. package.
Page 145: Dic Controls And Displays
Driver Information Center (DIC) The Driver Information Center (DIC) gives you the status of many of your vehicle’s systems. It is also used to display driver personalization features and warning/status messages. The DIC display is located on the instrument panel cluster. The DIC buttons are located on the steering wheel.
Page 146: Trip Information
Trip Information Timer The DIC can be used as a stopwatch. Press the trip (Trip Information): Press this button to scroll information button until TIMER is displayed. Press the through the odometer, TRIP A, TRIP B, and TIMER. select button to start the timer. The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer Odometer was last reset (not including time the ignition is...
Page 147: Fuel Information
Fuel Information Average Fuel Economy Press the fuel information button until AVG. ECON (Fuel Information): Press this button to scroll appears in the display. Average fuel economy is how through the range, average fuel economy, instant fuel many miles per gallon your vehicle is getting based on economy and engine oil life.
Page 148 Engine Oil Life Personalization Press the fuel information button until ENGINE OIL LIFE (Personalization): Press this button to access appears in the display. The GM Oil Life System™ the vehicle personalization menu and customize shows an estimate of the oil’s remaining useful life. the personalization settings on your vehicle.
Page 149: Dic Warnings And Messages
DIC Warnings and Messages Battery Voltage Too High This message will be displayed when the battery Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver voltage is higher than normal and you try to raise or that the status of the vehicle has changed and that lower the convertible top.
Page 150: Driver Door Ajar
Change Trans (Transmission) Fluid Driver Door Ajar If your transmission ﬂuid in your vehicle needs to be This message will be displayed on the DIC when the changed, this message will appear on the DIC. driver’s door was not closed completely. A chime See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5-21 will sound.
Page 151: Engine Overheated Stop Engine
Engine Overheated Stop Engine Fuel Level Low If the fuel level is low in the vehicle’s gas tank this Notice: If your engine catches ﬁre because you message will appear on the DIC and you will hear a keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can chime.
Page 152: Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine
Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine Passenger Door Ajar If the passenger’s door is not fully closed, this message will appear on the display and you will hear a chime. CAUTION: Stop the vehicle, check the door for obstacles, and close the door again.
Page 153: Rfa X Battery Low
Rfa X Battery Low Roof Cycle Timeout This message will be displayed on the DIC when the If a remote keyless entry transmitter battery is low, this convertible top has not completed its movement message will appear on the DIC. The battery needs from one position to another within the programmed to be replaced in the transmitter.
Page 154: Roof Hall Switch Fault
Roof Hall Switch Fault Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display. If the message is still displayed, or appears This message will be displayed on the DIC when trying again when you begin driving, the brake system to raise or lower the convertible top and there is a needs service.
Page 155: Turn Signal On
Tonn (Tonneau) Hall Switch Fault Trans (Transmission) Hot Idle This message will be displayed when trying to raise or If the transmission ﬂuid in the vehicle becomes too hot, lower the convertible top and there is a fault with this message will appear on the DIC. Stop the vehicle this switch.
Page 156: Dic Vehicle Personalization
DIC Vehicle Personalization Automatic Locking This feature allows you to choose how the vehicle’s Your vehicle has a personalization feature that allows you doors are locked. Press the personalization button to program certain features to a preferred setting for up to until AUTOMATIC LOCKING appears in the display.
Page 157: Automatic Unlocking
Automatic Unlocking If you choose Mode 1, all of the doors will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into PARK (P). This feature allows you to choose how the vehicle’s If you choose Mode 2, all of the doors will unlock when doors are unlocked.
Page 158 Remote Lock Feedback If you choose Mode 1, the parking lamps will ﬂash each time you press the lock button on the remote keyless This feature allows you to choose whether or not the entry transmitter and the horn will chirp the second time horn honks and the parking lamps ﬂash when you lock you press the lock button.
Page 159 Remote Unlock Feedback If you choose Mode 1, the parking lamps will ﬂash each time you press the button with the unlock symbol on This feature allows you to choose whether or not the the remote keyless entry transmitter. The horn will chirp parking lamps ﬂash and the horn honks when you the second time you press the unlock button.
Page 160 Headlamps on at Exit Perimeter Lighting This feature allows you to set the amount of time you This feature allows you to choose whether or not certain want the headlamps to remain on after you exit the exterior lamps turn on when the unlock button on the vehicle.
Page 161 Seat Position Recall Display Language This feature allows you to choose how any previously This feature allows you to choose the language in which programmed seat position is recalled. Press the the DIC information will be displayed. Press the select personalization button until SEAT POSITION RECALL button until DISPLAY LANGUAGE appears on the appears in the display.
Page 162 Display Units (U.S./MET) Audio System(s) The feature allows you to choose the measurement Notice: Before adding any sound equipment to units. Press the personalization button until DISPLAY your vehicle, such as an audio system, CD player, UNITS appears in the display. To access the modes CB radio, mobile telephone, or two-way radio, make for DISPLAY UNITS, press the select button.
Page 163: Setting The Time
Setting the Time Radio with CD The radio may have a button marked with an H or HR to represent hours and an M or MN to represent minutes. Press and hold the hour button until the correct hour appears on the display. AM or PM will appear on the display for morning or evening hours.
Page 164: Finding A Station
Finding a Station For RDS, press the DISP knob to change what appears on the display while using RDS. The display options are station name, RDS station frequency, PTY, and the BAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, name of the program (if available).
Page 165 Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), can AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons, or TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to by performing the following steps: increase or to decrease.
Page 166 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right RDS features are available for use only on FM stations and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO that broadcast RDS information.
Page 167 Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station SCAN: Scan the stations within a PTY by performing the following: To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the following: 1. Turn the P-TYPE LIST knob to activate program 1. Turn the P-TYPE LIST knob to activate program type select mode.
Page 168 Setting Preset PTYs RDS Messages These buttons have factory PTY presets. Up to 12 PTYs ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. (six FM1 and six FM2), can be programmed on the When an alert announcement comes on the current radio six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the station, ALERT! will appear on the display.
Page 169: Radio Messages
Radio Messages Once the complete message has been displayed, the information symbol will disappear from the display until another new message is received. The last CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system has message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button. been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory.
Page 170 The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm) 2 NEXT: Press this pushbutton to go to the next track. single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the TRACK and the track number will appear on the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner.
Page 171 6 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to hear the DISP (Display): Press this knob to see how long the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RDM ON current track has been playing. ET and the elapsed time will appear on the display. RDM T and the track of the track will appear on the display.
Page 172 CD Messages Radio with Six-Disc CD If the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: • It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play. • You are driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the CD should play.
Page 173 Finding a Station AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): The system has a feature called automatic volume. With this feature, the audio system adjusts automatically to make up for AM FM: Press this button to switch between FM1, road and wind noise as you drive. FM2, or AM.
Page 174 Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), can AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS, be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons, MID, or TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob by performing the following steps: to increase or to decrease.
Page 175 ® Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) If your vehicle is equipped with Bose , the audio system allows you to choose from three different equalization settings: normal, driver, and spacious. AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right These settings can be used while listening to the radio and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO or the CD player.
Page 176 Radio Data System (RDS) Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the RDS features are available for use only on FM stations following: that broadcast RDS information. 1.
Page 177 To use the PTY interrupt feature, press and hold the AM FM (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency P-TYPE button until you hear a beep on the PTY allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the you want to interrupt with. When selected, an asterisk same program type.
Page 178 RDS Messages TRAF (Traffic): If TRAF appears on the display, the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements. ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. To receive the traffic announcement from the tuned When an alert announcement comes on the current station, press this button.
Page 179 Playing a CD LOAD CD : Press the LOAD side of this button to load CDs into the CD player. This CD player will If the ignition or radio is turned off, with a CD in the hold up to six CDs. player, it will stay in the player.
Page 180 To load more than one CD but less than six, complete LOAD CD (Eject): Press the CD eject side of Steps 1 through 3. When ﬁnished loading CDs, the this button to eject a CD(s). To eject the CD that radio will begin to play the last CD loaded.
Page 181 RDM (Random): With random, you can listen to the REV (Reverse): Press and hold this button to tracks in random, rather than sequential, order, reverse quickly within a track. You will hear sound at a on one CD or on all of the CDs. reduced volume.
Page 182: Using Song List Mode
Using Song List Mode SCAN : To scan one CD, press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than two seconds until SCAN The six-disc CD changer has a feature called song list. appears on the display and you hear a beep. This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections.
Page 183 To play the song list, press the SONG LIST button. To delete the entire song list, perform the following steps: One beep will be heard and S-LIST will appear on the 1. Turn the CD player on. display. The recorded tracks will begin to play in 2.
Page 184: Audio Steering Wheel Controls
CD Messages Theft-Deterrent Feature ® THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your CHECK CD: If this message appears on the display vehicle’s radio. The feature works automatically by and/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of the learning a portion of the Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number following reasons: (VIN).
Page 185: Care Of Your Cds
Care of Your CDs They include the following: SEEK : Press the up or the down arrow to go to Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original the next or to the previous radio station and stay cases or other protective cases and away from direct there.
Page 186 NOTES 3-82...
Page 187 Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 Freeway Driving ...........4-21 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-22 Drunken Driving ..........4-2 Highway Hypnosis ........4-23 Control of a Vehicle ........4-5 Hill and Mountain Roads ........4-24 Braking ............4-6 Winter Driving ..........4-26 Traction Control System (TCS) ......4-8...
Page 188: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision, with resulting injury. Ask a passenger to Your Vehicle help do things like this, or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself. These simple defensive driving techniques could save your life.
Page 189 Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adult same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce (120 ml) glasses population — choose never to drink alcohol, so they of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces never drive after drinking.
Page 190 There is a gender difference, too. Women generally Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision have a lower relative percentage of body water increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this 0.05 percent or above.
Page 191: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle CAUTION: You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering, and the accelerator. All three systems have to Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. do their work at the places where the tires meet the road.
Page 192: Braking
Braking with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. If your engine ever stops while you are driving, brake normally but do not pump your brakes.
Page 193 The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you.
Page 194: Traction Control System (Tcs)
Traction Control System (TCS) Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to Your vehicle has a Traction Control System (TCS) that the vehicle in front of you, you will not have time to apply limits wheel spin.
Page 195 When the system is on, To turn the system on or this warning light will come off press the button on to let you know if located on your center there’s a problem. console switchbank. See Center Console Switchbank on page 3-16 for more information.
Page 196: Steering
Steering Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems — steering and acceleration — have to do Power Steering their work where the tires meet the road. Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those If you lose power steering assist because the engine places.
Page 197: Steering In Emergencies
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and ﬁnd a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 198: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery Passing You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, are driving.
Page 199: Loss Of Control
• inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass and move back into the right lane. Remember that while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, your right outside mirror is convex. The vehicle you following too closely reduces your area of vision, just passed may seem to be farther away from you especially if you are following a larger vehicle.
Page 200 Skidding If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable your vehicle may straighten out.
Page 201: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Here are some tips on night driving. • Drive defensively. • Do not drink and drive. • Since you cannot see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. •...
Page 202 No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle as we get older these differences increase. A clean — inside and out. Glare at night is made much 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much worse by dirt on the glass.
Page 203: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads dry roads. And, if your tires do not have much tread left, you will get even less traction. It is always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving.
Page 204 CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents. They will not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally.
Page 205: Driving Through Flowing Water
Driving Through Flowing Water Hydroplaning does not happen often. But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road.
Page 206: City Driving
City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip.
Page 207: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic ﬂow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane. At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway.
Page 208: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Before Leaving on a Long Trip Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there is not another vehicle in your blind spot. Make sure you are ready. Try to be well rested. If you must start when you are not fresh —...
Page 209: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Here are some things you can check before a trip: • Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis? all windows clean inside and outside? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it •...
Page 210: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all ﬂuid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission.
Page 211 • Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane roads in hills or mountains. Do not swing wide CAUTION: or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane. Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the •...
Page 212: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reﬂective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction.
Page 213 Whatever the condition — smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow — drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road.
Page 214: If You Are Caught In A Blizzard
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard • Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, ﬂoor mats — anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.
Page 215 Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little CAUTION: faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
Page 216: If Your Vehicle Is Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out Mud, Ice or Snow First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. Turn your In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will traction control system off;...
Page 217: Recreational Vehicle Towing
Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your behind another vehicle — such as behind a motorhome. vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle The two most common types of recreational vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, towing are known as “dinghy towing”...
Page 218: Tire And Loading Information Label
Tire and Loading Information Label The Tire and Loading Information label also tells you the size and recommended inﬂation pressure for the original equipment tires on your vehicle. For more information on tires and inﬂation see Tires on page 5-51 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-56.
Page 219 4. The resulting ﬁgure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be ﬁve 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
Page 220 Example 2 Example 3 Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight 400 lbs (181 kg) 400 lbs (181 kg) for Example 2 = for Example 3 = Subtract Subtract Occupant Occupant Weight 300 lbs (136 kg) Weight 200 lbs...
Page 221 Certiﬁcation/Tire Label The Certiﬁcation/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To ﬁnd out the actual loads on your rear axle, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle.
Page 222 Similar appearing vehicles may have different GVWRs and payloads. Please note the Certiﬁcation/Tire CAUTION: label on your truck or consult your dealer for additional details. Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either CAUTION: the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 223 Payload CAUTION: This is the maximum load capacity that your vehicle can carry. Be sure to include the weight of the occupants as part of your load. If you added any accessories Things you put inside your vehicle can strike or equipment after your vehicle left the factory, and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or remember to subtract the weight of these things from...
Page 224: Trailer Recommendations
Trailer Recommendations Towing a Trailer You must subtract your hitch load from the Cargo Weight Rating (CWR) for your vehicle. The CWR is the CAUTION: maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry. The CWR does not include the weight of the people inside, but you can ﬁgure about 150 lbs (68 kg) for each If you do not use the correct equipment and seating position.
Page 225: If You Decide To Pull A Trailer
• If yours was built with trailering options, as many are, Don’t tow a trailer at all during the ﬁrst 500 miles it’s ready for heavier trailers. But trailering is different (800 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, than just driving your vehicle by itself.
Page 226: Weight Of The Trailer
Weight of the Trailer Your vehicle is a two-wheel drive vehicle. The axle ratio is 3.73, the maximum trailer weight is 2,500 lbs. How heavy can a trailer safely be? (1 134 kg) and the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is 8,000 lbs. (3 629 kg). It depends on how you plan to use your rig.
Page 227: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 228 Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inﬂated to the upper limit for cold tires. You’ll ﬁnd these numbers on the Certiﬁcation label at the rear edge of the driver’s door. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-31. Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tongue.
Page 229 Installing the Ball Rod To install the ball rod do the following: 2. Be sure the unit is unlocked before pretensioning. Unlock using the key. Then pretension the ball rod by pulling out the handwheel and turning it counterclockwise. When 1.
Page 230 Removing the Ball Rod To remove the ball rod do the following: 3. Check that the ball rod is tight by doing the following: • Close the lock, withdraw the key, and install the 1. Open the lock cover on the handwheel and unlock lock cover securely.
Page 231: Safety Chains
2. Hold the ball rod tight with one hand, tighten the 4. Reinstall the housing cover. handwheel slightly and turn it clockwise as far as Safety Chains it will go. 3. Pull the ball rod down and off. Store the ball rod for You should always attach chains between your vehicle future use.
Page 232: Trailer Brakes
Trailer Brakes And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as If your trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs. (450 kg) responsive as your vehicle is by itself. loaded, then it needs its own brakes—and they must be Before you start, check all trailer hitch, parts and adequate.
Page 233: Driving On Grades
Backing Up When towing a trailer, the arrows on your instrument panel will ﬂash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers behind Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that hand you are seeing your signal when they are not.
Page 234: Parking On Hills
Parking on Hills When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down CAUTION: while you: • Start your engine. You really should not park your vehicle, with a •...
Page 235: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
Maintenance When Trailer Towing Trailer Wiring Harness Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re The trailer wiring is a four-wire harness assembly. The pulling a trailer. See Scheduled Maintenance on wires are blunted and taped to the wiring harness. page 6-5 for more information.
Page 236 NOTES 4-50...
Page 237 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-3 Brakes ............5-33 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-4 Battery ............5-36 Adding Equipment to the Outside Jump Starting ..........5-36 of Your Vehicle ...........5-5 Rear Axle ............5-42 Fuel ..............5-5 Headlamp Aiming ...........5-42 Gasoline Octane ..........5-5 Bulb Replacement ..........5-43 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ........5-6 Halogen Bulbs ..........5-43...
Page 238 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Appearance Care ..........5-72 Vehicle Identiﬁcation ........5-80 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ....5-73 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) ....5-80 Care of Safety Belts ........5-75 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label .....5-80 Weatherstrips ..........5-75 Electrical System ..........5-81 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ....5-75 Add-On Electrical Equipment ......5-81 Sheet Metal Damage ........5-78 Headlamps ..........5-81...
Page 239: Service
Service California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to emit chemicals known to the State of California to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive for all your service needs.
Page 240: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work CAUTION: If you want to do some of your own service work, you will want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than You can be injured and your vehicle could be this manual can.
Page 241: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Adding Equipment to the Outside Gasoline Octane of Your Vehicle Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher. If the octane is less than 87, you Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive.
Page 242: Gasoline Speciﬁcations
Gasoline Speciﬁcations California Fuel It is recommended that gasoline meet speciﬁcations If your vehicle is certiﬁed to meet California Emission which were developed by the American Automobile Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the meet California speciﬁcations.
Page 243: Additives
Additives Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United may turn on. If this occurs, return to your authorized States are now required to contain additives that will GM dealer for service.
Page 244: Filling The Tank
Filling the Tank CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle.
Page 245 While refueling, let the fuel cap hang by the tether CAUTION: below the fuel ﬁll opening. If a ﬁre starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the ﬂow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant.
Page 246: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: CAUTION: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from Things that burn can get on hot engine parts the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. and start a ﬁre.
Page 247: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the handle located inside the vehicle on the lower left side of the instrument panel. 2. Release the secondary latch at the front of the hood. 3. After you have partially lifted the hood, gas struts will automatically take over to lift and hold the hood in the fully open position.
Page 248: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the engine, you’ll see: 5-12...
Page 249 A. Remote Positive Terminal. See Jump Starting G. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air on page 5-36 for more information. Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20 for more information. B. Coolant Surge Tank. See Engine Coolant H. Remote Negative Terminal. See Jump Starting on page 5-24 for more information.
Page 250: Engine Oil
Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you might not show the actual level.
Page 251: When To Add Engine Oil
The engine oil ﬁll cap is located in the engine compartment toward the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the hole at the tip of the dipstick, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil.
Page 252: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identiﬁed by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certiﬁed by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. If you choose to perform the engine oil change service yourself, be sure...
Page 253: When To Change Engine Oil
When to Change Engine Oil As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W-30 is the only viscosity grade recommended for your vehicle. (GM Oil Life System) You should look for and use only oils which have the API Starburst symbol and which are also identiﬁed Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you as SAE 5W-30.
Page 254: How To Reset The Change Engine Oil Light
How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Light What to Do with Used Oil The GM Oil Life System calculates when to change Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be your engine oil and ﬁlter based on vehicle use. unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer.
Page 255: Engine Cover
Engine Cover Engine Cover Insert Your vehicle may have Your vehicle has a removable engine cover. an engine cover insert. To remove the engine cover do the following: The engine cover insert must be removed to access the 1. Remove the engine cover insert if your vehicle bolts that secure the engine cover to the vehicle.
Page 256: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter The engine air cleaner/ﬁlter is located at the center front of the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter at each oil change and Overview on page 5-12 for location of the engine replace it at the ﬁrst oil change after 25,000 miles air cleaner/ﬁlter.
Page 257: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid CAUTION: When to Check and Change the Automatic Transmission Fluid Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter off can cause you or others to be burned. A good time to check your automatic transmission ﬂuid level is when the engine oil is changed. The air cleaner not only cleans the air;...
Page 258: How To Check The Automatic Transmission Fluid
How to Check the Automatic To get the right reading, the ﬂuid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180°F to 200°F Transmission Fluid (82°C to 93°C). If your vehicle has the auxiliary gage package, you can check the transmission ﬂuid Because this operation can be difficult, you may choose temperature.
Page 259 Checking the Automatic Transmission The transmission dipstick is located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle in the rear of the engine compartment. Fluid Level See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. Prepare your vehicle as follows: •...
Page 260: Engine Coolant
How to Add Automatic Transmission Engine Coolant Fluid The cooling system in your vehicle is ﬁlled with ® DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles what kind of transmission ﬂuid to use.
Page 261 ® Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL cause premature engine, heater core or radiator CAUTION: (Continued) corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant may require changing sooner, at 30,000 miles (50 000 km) Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set or 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst. Any repairs for the proper coolant mixture.
Page 262: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant CAUTION: The engine coolant surge tank is located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle at the rear of the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview on Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the page 5-12 for more information on location. engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly.
Page 263: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating CAUTION: You will ﬁnd a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3-30. Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it.
Page 264: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your If there’s still no sign of steam, idle the engine for three minutes while you’re parked. If you still have the Engine warning, turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down.
Page 265 If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle CAUTION: should be parked on a level surface. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned.
Page 266: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Surge Tank Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. If you have not found a problem yet, but the coolant level is not at the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 ®...
Page 267: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off, let the engine compartment cool down, wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it.
Page 268: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, follow What to Use the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. When you need windshield washer ﬂuid, be sure to • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer ﬂuid. read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you Water can cause the solution to freeze and will be operating your vehicle in an area where the damage your washer ﬂuid tank and other parts...
Page 269: Brakes
Brakes So, it is not a good idea to “top off” your brake ﬂuid. Adding brake ﬂuid will not correct a leak. If you add ﬂuid when your linings are worn, then you will have too Brake Fluid much ﬂuid when you get new brake linings. You should add (or remove) brake ﬂuid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
Page 270 Checking Brake Fluid Always clean the brake ﬂuid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help You can check the brake ﬂuid without taking off the cap. keep dirt from entering the reservoir. Just look at the brake ﬂuid reservoir.
Page 271: Brake Wear
Brake Wear Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. See Brake System Inspection on page 6-14. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a Brake Pedal Travel high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed.
Page 272: Battery
Battery Jump Starting Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery. When it is If your battery has run down, you may want use another time for a new battery, get one that has the replacement vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. number shown on the original battery’s label.
Page 273 Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug damage to your vehicle that would not be covered unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette by your warranty. lighter or in the accessory power outlets. Turn off the radio and all lamps that aren’t needed.
Page 274 The remote negative (−) terminal is located near the power steering ﬂuid reservoir. It is marked CAUTION: “GND (−).” See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. You will not see the battery of your vehicle under Using a match near a battery can cause battery the hood.
Page 275 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to CAUTION: the remote positive (+) terminal location on the vehicle with Fans or other moving engine parts can injure the dead battery. Use you badly. Keep your hands away from moving a remote positive (+) parts once the engine is running.
Page 276 8. Now connect the 9. Connect the other end negative (−) cable of the negative (−) to the negative (−) cable to the remote terminal location of negative (−) terminal, the vehicle with marked GND (−), the good battery. Use on the vehicle with the a remote negative (−) dead battery.
Page 277 Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may do the following: occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the not be covered by your warranty.
Page 278: Rear Axle
Rear Axle The proper level is from 0 to 3/8 inch (0 to 10 mm) below the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole. When to Check and Change Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant.
Page 279: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement Headlamps To replace the headlamp bulbs, do the following: For the proper types of bulbs to use, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-48. 1. Turn the front wheels as far as they will go in the opposite direction of the bulb that is being changed. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this 2.
Page 280: Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker And Parking Lamps
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps Front Turn and Parking Lamps To replace the front turn or parking lamp bulbs, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-11 for more information. 2. Locate the bar that runs across the front of the vehicle and remove the two screws located near the front of the hood that hold the bar in place.
Page 281 4. Pull outward on the bar to remove it from the 5. Locate and release the tabs behind the grille that vehicle. hold the lamp assembly in place. Unsnap the tabs and push forward to remove the lamp assembly. 6. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to access the bulb.
Page 282: Taillamps
Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps To replace a sidemarker bulb, do the following: To replace a taillamp bulb, do the following: 1. Reach underneath the vehicle to locate the 1. Reach underneath the rear of the vehicle. sidemarker bulb. 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it. 3.
Page 283: Back-Up Lamps
Back-Up Lamps 3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and then pull outward to remove it from the socket. To replace a back-up lamp bulb, do the following: 4. Insert a new bulb into the socket by lining up the notches on the bulb and turn it clockwise to 1.
Page 284: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at Back-up Lamps 2057 least twice a year for wear and cracking. See “Wiper Headlamps Blade Check” under At Least Twice a Year on page 6-9. Replacement blades come in different types and are High-Beam 9005HB3...
Page 285 1. To remove the old wiper blades, lift the wiper arm 2. Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking until it locks into a vertical position. tab. Pull down on the blade assembly to release it from the wiper arm hook. 3.
Page 286 4. To install the new wiper insert, slide the insert (D), notched end last, into the end with two blade claws (A). Slide the insert all the way through the blade claws at the opposite end (B). The plastic A. Claw in Notch C.
Page 287: Tires
Tires CAUTION: (Continued) Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions • Underinﬂated tires pose the same danger about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, as overloaded tires. The resulting accident see your GM Warranty booklet for details.
Page 288: Winter Tires
Winter Tires If you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roads often, you may want to get winter tires for your vehicle. All season tires provide good overall performance on most surfaces but they may not offer the traction you would like or the same level of performance as winter tires on snow or ice covered roads.
Page 289: Tire Size
Tire Size (C) Department of Transportation (DOT): The Department of Transportation (DOT) code indicates that The following illustration shows, an example of, a typical the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of passenger car tire size. Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. (D) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN): The letters and numbers following the DOT code are the Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN).
Page 290 (D) Construction Code: A letter code is used to Bead: The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. The steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim. letter “R” means radial ply construction; the letter “D” Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the plies are means diagonal or bias ply construction;...
Page 291 GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle, Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of a asymmetrical see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-31. tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehicle. The side of the tire that Intended Outboard Sidewall: The side of an contains a whitewall, bears white lettering or bears asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward when...
Page 292: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure Traction: The friction between the tire and the road surface. The amount of grip provided. The Certiﬁcation/Tire label or the Tire and Loading Tread: The portion of a tire that comes into contact Information label shows the correct inﬂation pressures with the road.
Page 293: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Notice: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinﬂation Check the tire’s inﬂation pressure when the tires or overinﬂation is all right. It’s not. If your tires are cold. Cold means your vehicle has been sitting don’t have enough air (underinﬂation), you can get for at least three hours or driven no more than the following: 1 mile (1.6 km).
Page 294: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: • You can see the indicators at three or more places One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to around the tire.
Page 295: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires CAUTION: To ﬁnd out what kind and size of tires your vehicle needs, look at the Certiﬁcation/Tire label or the Tire and Loading Information label. See Loading Your Vehicle Mixing tires could cause you to lose control on page 4-31, for examples of these labels and while driving.
Page 296: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on Quality grades can be found where applicable on the the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum conditions on a speciﬁed government test course.
Page 297: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced representing the tire’s resistance to the generation carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested and best overall performance.
Page 298: Wheel Replacement
Wheel Replacement CAUTION: Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired).
Page 299 CAUTION: CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become become loose after a time. The wheel could loose and even come off.
Page 300: Used Replacement Wheels
Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains CAUTION: CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is Do not use tire chains. There is not enough dangerous. You cannot know how it has been clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle used or how far it has been driven. It could fail without the proper amount of clearance can suddenly and cause a crash.
Page 301: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat 4. Turn off the engine. 5. Inspect the ﬂat tire. Your vehicle has no spare tire, no tire changing If the tire has been separated from the wheel or has equipment and no place to store a tire. damaged sidewalls or large tears that allow rapid It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out”...
Page 302: Tire Inﬂator Kit
Tire Inﬂator Kit Accessing the Tire Inﬂator Kit Your vehicle is equipped with a tire inﬂator kit. It is To access the tire inﬂator kit for use, do the following: located behind the driver’s seat of your vehicle. Use the 1.
Page 303: Tire Sealant
Tire Sealant 3. Shake the bottle to make sure the sealant is well mixed. The kit contains a liquid sealant that when injected into 4. Attach the tire sealant ﬁlling hose to the bottle of a ﬂat tire, may temporarily repair nail holes or cuts tire sealant to pierce the seal on the bottle.
Page 304: Air Compressor
Air Compressor The air compressor included in the tire inﬂator kit was designed exclusively for your vehicle. After the sealant has been injected into the ﬂat tire, use the air compressor to inﬂate the ﬂat tire. Follow these instructions: 1. Put the transmission in PARK (P) and apply the parking brake.
Page 305 Notice: The car engine must be running to avoid draining the battery while running the air compressor. 3. Start your vehicle. 4. Turn the compressor on to inﬂate the tire. CAUTION: Inﬂating something too much can make it explode, and you or others could be injured. Be sure to read the inﬂator instructions, and inﬂate the tire to its recommended pressure.
Page 306 5. Inﬂate the tire to at 6. Inﬂate the tire for least 26 psi (179 kPa), up to a maximum but not more than of six minutes. 36 psi (248 kPa). Notice: If 26 psi (179 kPa) tire pressure cannot be reached after six minutes the vehicle should not Notice: If the air compressor runs for more be driven further.
Page 307 8. Attach the enclosed 9. Drive the vehicle immediately to distribute the tire maximum speed label sealant evenly inside the tire. to the inside upper 10. After driving for 10 minutes, recheck the tire left corner of the pressure. If the tire pressure is 19 psi (131 kPa) or windshield or to the more, inﬂate the tire to the standard operating face of the radio/clock.
Page 308: Appearance Care
Tire Inﬂator Kit Storage Appearance Care The tire inﬂator kit is stored behind the driver’s seat Cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. in your vehicle. To reinstall the kit after use, do Other cleaning products can burst into ﬂames if a match the following: is struck near them or if they get on a hot part of the vehicle.
Page 309: Using Cleaner On Fabric
• Do not use any of these products unless this manual Carefully scrape off any excess stain. says you can. In many uses, these will damage • Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean the vehicle: area often.
Page 310: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Cleaning Vinyl Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), Use warm water and a clean cloth. egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine • Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. and blood can be removed as follows: You may have to do this more than once.
Page 311: Cleaning The Top Of The Instrument Panel
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Care of Safety Belts Panel Keep belts clean and dry. Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones CAUTION: or waxes may cause annoying reﬂections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions.
Page 312: Washing Your Vehicle
Washing Your Vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car The best way to preserve your vehicle’s ﬁnish is to keep it washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.”...
Page 313: Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a and affect their performance. Clean the blade by period of years. You can help to keep the paint ﬁnish wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered windshield washer solvent.
Page 314: Cleaning Tires
Cleaning Tires Underbody Maintenance To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the products on your vehicle may damage the paint underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, ﬂoor pan, ﬁnish and/or tires.
Page 315: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Usage Removes swirl marks, ﬁne Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish scratches and other light surface contamination. Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior Wax-Treated polishing cloth. Removes light scratches Cleaner Wax and protects ﬁnish. Tar and Road Oil Removes tar, road oil Remover and asphalt.
Page 316: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Engine Identiﬁcation The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) speciﬁcations and replacement parts. Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label You’ll ﬁnd this label on the inside of the glove box. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts.
Page 317: Electrical System
Electrical System Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit Add-On Electrical Equipment breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your be sure to get it ﬁxed.
Page 318: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers Center Console Fuse Block The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from The center console fuse short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit block is located on the breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of ﬁres center console between caused by electrical problems.
Page 319 Fuses Usage Rear Window Defogger Truck Body Controller Rear Window Defogger Driver Seat Module Truck Body Controller Blank Driver’s Door Module, Power Mirrors Ampliﬁer Blank Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Driver’s Side Rear Parking Lamp Accessory Power Outlets Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp Passenger’s Side Rear Parking Lamp Blank...
Page 320 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Blank Accessory Power Outlets Blank Ignition ® HomeLink System Blank Roof Door Module Blank Blank Truck Body Controller, Ignition Truck Body Controller Brakes Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Blank Windshield Wipers Stoplamps Relays Usage Blank Locks Climate Control System, Unlock Driver’s Door Unlock Parking Lamps...
Page 321: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
Engine Compartment Fuse Block The fuse block is located under the hood in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. Fuses Usage To remove the fuse block cover and access the fuses, Air Conditioning do the following: Automatic Transmission Shift...
Page 322 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Ignition Horn Driver’s Side High Beam Headlamp Injector A Passenger’s Side High Beam Injector B Headlamp Oxygen Sensor A Ignition Oxygen Sensor B Instrument Panel Cluster, Driver Windshield Washer Information Center (DIC) Cigarette Lighter Driver’s Side Low Beam Headlamp Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Passenger’s Side Low Beam Headlamp...
Page 323 Relay Center Relays Usage There is a relay center located in the area where the Air Conditioning convertible top is stored when it is open. To access the Fuel Pump relay center, do the following: Fog Lamps High Beam Headlamps Cargo Cover Release Horn Windshield Washer...
Page 324 2. Locate the water-tight box that houses the relay 4. Locate the relay center inside the box. It is located center and remove the four nuts that secure the toward the driver’s side of the vehicle. cover to the backside of the passenger 5.
Page 325 Following is a list of Relays Usage relays contained in the relay center. Driver’s Door Lock Passenger’s Side Daytime RT DRL Running Lamps (DRL) Driver’s Side Daytime LT DRL Running Lamps (DRL) Rear Window Defogger 5-89...
Page 326: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations Refer to Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-15 for more information. All capacities are approximate. When adding ﬂuids, be sure to ﬁll to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck the ﬂuid level after ﬁlling. Capacities and Speciﬁcations Engine VIN Code...
Page 327: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer. Part Number Automatic Transmission Filter Kit 24200796** A2014C* Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 15036141** PF44* Engine Oil Filter 25010633** GF831* Fuel Filter 88983068** 41–985* Spark Plugs...
Page 328 NOTES 5-92...
Page 329 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........6-2 At Least Twice a Year ........6-9 Introduction ...........6-2 At Least Once a Year ........6-10 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....6-2 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections ..6-13 Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle How This Section is Organized ......6-3 Boot and Seal Inspection ......6-13 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ...6-4...
Page 330: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your Introduction vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. Improper vehicle maintenance can Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and even affect the quality of the air we breathe.
Page 331: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized If you want to purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-9. This maintenance schedule is divided into ﬁve parts: “Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains what “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services”...
Page 332: Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule them. Services When you go to your dealer for your service needs, you will know that GM-trained and supported service This part contains engine oil scheduled maintenance people will perform the work using GM parts.
Page 333: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and ﬁlter as indicated by the The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles GM Oil Life System (or every 12 months, whichever (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles occurs ﬁrst).
Page 334 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your Check rear axle ﬂuid level and add ﬂuid as needed. last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed.
Page 335 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) Check rear axle ﬂuid level and add ﬂuid as needed. Check rear axle ﬂuid level and add ﬂuid as needed. 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter.
Page 336 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) Change automatic transmission ﬂuid and ﬁlter if the Check rear axle ﬂuid level and add ﬂuid as needed. vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) conditions: −...
Page 337: Part B: Owner Checks And Services
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer ﬂuid level in the windshield Listed in this part are owner checks and services washer tank and add the proper ﬂuid if necessary. which should be performed at the intervals speciﬁed See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-32 for further to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission details.
Page 338: Wiper Blade Check
Wiper Blade Check At Least Once a Year Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace Key Lock Cylinders Service blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield. Also see Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5-75.
Page 339: Starter Switch Check
Starter Switch Check Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle When you are doing this inspection, the moves, you or others could be injured. vehicle could move suddenly.
Page 340: Ignition Transmission Lock Check
Ignition Transmission Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the parking brake. the ignition key to OFF in each shift lever position. •...
Page 341: Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Exhaust System Inspection Inspections Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, Listed in this part are inspections and services which missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, holes, loose connections or other conditions which each spring and fall).
Page 342: Engine Cooling System Inspection
Engine Cooling System Inspection Brake System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, ﬁttings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the chaﬁng, etc.
Page 343: Part D: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricants Windshield ® Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent. Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, Chassis Lubricant part number or speciﬁcation may be obtained from (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in your dealer. Parking Brake Canada 88901242) or lubricant Cable Guides...
Page 344 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant SAE 75W-90 Tailgate Handle Multi-Purpose Synthetic Axle Lubricant Pivot Points, Lubricant, Superlube Rear Axle (GM Part No. U.S. 12378261, Hinges, Latch (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953455) meeting Bolt and in Canada 10953474). GM Speciﬁcation 9986115. Linkage Hood Latch Dielectric Silicone Grease...
Page 345: Part E: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Odometer Date...
Page 346 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Record Reading 6-18...
Page 347 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Record Reading 6-19...
Page 348 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Record Reading 6-20...
Page 349 Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance Information ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ........7-8 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Online Owner Center ........7-3 Government ..........7-8 Customer Assistance for Text Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Telephone (TTY) Users ........7-4 Government ..........7-9 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4...
Page 350: Customer Assistance Information
Customer Assistance We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Please have Information the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: • Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN). This is Customer Satisfaction Procedure available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to...
Page 351: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle needs.
Page 352: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Customer Assistance for Text From U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 Telephone (TTY) Users Fax Number: 313-381-0022 To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or Canada — Customer Assistance speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 Assistance Center.
Page 353: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities
GM Mobility Program for Persons Roadside Assistance Program with Disabilities To enhance Chevrolet’s strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance This program, available to Center. As the owner of a 2003 Chevrolet, membership qualiﬁed applicants, can in Roadside Assistance is free.
Page 354: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Roadside Courtesy Care provides: Basic Care and Courtesy Care are not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited • Roadside Basic Care services (as outlined Warranty. Chevrolet reserves the right to modify or previously) discontinue Basic Care and Courtesy Care at any time.
Page 355: Courtesy Transportation
Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you Chevrolet has always exempliﬁed quality and value in wait. However, if you are unable to wait Chevrolet its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several ownership experience, we and our participating dealers transportation options.
Page 356: Reporting Safety Defects
Courtesy Rental Vehicle contact you dealer for speciﬁc information about availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. warranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide Canadian Vehicles: For warranty repairs during you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a the Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General rental vehicle you obtained, at actual cost, up to a...
Page 357: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
Reporting Safety Defects to If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it ﬁnds that a safety defect exists in General Motors a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in individual problems between you, your dealer, or a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify...
Page 358: Current And Past Model Order Forms
Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Current and Past Model Order Forms Case Unit Repair Manual Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, This manual provides information on unit repair please specify year and model name of the vehicle. service procedures, adjustments, and speciﬁcations for GM transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases.
Page 359 Appearance Care ..........5-72 Care of Safety Belts ........5-75 Accessing the Tire Inﬂator Kit ......5-66 Chemical Paint Spotting ....... 5-78 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-16 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ....5-73 Adding Washer Fluid ........5-32 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ....
Page 360 Bulb Replacement (cont.) Headlamps ..........5-43 Backing Up ............ 4-47 Replacement Bulbs ........5-48 Battery ............5-36 Taillamps ............ 5-46 Battery Not Charging ........3-45 Buying New Tires ........... 5-59 Battery Replacement ......... 2-6 Battery Rundown Protection ......3-15 Battery Voltage Too High ......... 3-45 Battery Voltage Too Low ........
Page 361 Certiﬁcation/Tire Label ........4-35 Child Restraints (cont.) Chains, Tire ........... 5-64 Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Change Trans (Transmission) Fluid ....3-46 Seat Position ........... 1-36 Charging System Light ........3-27 Top Strap ........... 1-29 Check Top Strap Anchor Location ......1-31 Engine Light ..........
Page 362 Control of a Vehicle .......... 4-5 Convertible Top ..........2-37 Daytime Running Lamps ........3-13 Convertible Top Operation ........ 2-38 Defensive Driving ..........4-2 Coolant Defogging and Defrosting ......... 3-20 Engine Temperature Gage ......3-30 Depress Brake ..........3-46 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ......5-26 Doing Your Own Service Work ......
Page 363 Driving On Grades .......... 4-47 Engine (cont.) Driving on Snow or Ice ........4-26 Overheating ..........5-27 Driving Through Deep Standing Water ....4-19 Reduced Power Light ........3-36 Driving Through Flowing Water ......4-19 Starting ............2-16 Driving with a Trailer ........4-46 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ......
Page 364 Flip Hall Switch Fault ........3-47 Fuel Level Low ..........3-47 Fluid Fuses Automatic Transmission ........ 5-21 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......5-82 Power Steering ........... 5-31 Windshield Wiper ......... 5-81 Windshield Washer ........5-32 FM ............... 3-81 Fog Lamps ............ 3-13 Following Distance ..........
Page 365 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank ..........5-30 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-3 How to Check ..........5-57 Hdr (Header) Latch Switch Fault ....... 3-47 How to Check Lubricant ........5-42 Headlamp How to Check Power Steering Fluid ....5-31 Aiming ............
Page 366 Inspection Brake System ..........6-14 Lamps Engine Cooling System ........ 6-14 Exterior ............3-11 Exhaust System .......... 6-13 Interior ............3-14 Fuel System ..........6-13 Lamps On Reminder ........3-12 Part C - Periodic Maintenance ....... 6-13 Lap-Shoulder Belt ........... 1-12 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle LATCH System Boot and Seal .........
Page 367 Light (cont.) Maintenance Schedule (cont.) TCS Warning Light ........3-29 Part C - Periodic Maintenance Inspections ..6-13 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning ..3-29 Part D - Recommended Fluids and Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors ......2-12 Lubricants ..........6-15 Loading Your Vehicle ........
Page 368 New Vehicle Break-In ........2-14 Parade Dimming ..........3-15 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts .... 5-91 Park (P) Shifting Out of ..........2-21 Parking Brake ............2-19 Over Things That Burn ......... 2-22 Odometer ............3-24 Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Odometer, Trip ..........
Page 369 Playing a CD ......... 3-65, 3-75 Playing a Speciﬁc Loaded CD ......3-76 Radio Data System (RDS) ....... 3-62, 3-72 Playing the Radio ........3-59, 3-68 Radio Messages ..........3-65 Power Radios ............3-58 Accessory Outlets ........3-16 Care of Your CD Player ....... 3-81 Door Locks ..........
Page 370 Removing the Cargo Cover ......2-33 Replacement Bulbs ......... 5-48 Safety Belt Replacing Brake System Parts ......5-35 Reminder Light ..........3-24 Reporting Safety Defects Safety Belts Canadian Government ........7-9 Care of ............5-75 General Motors ..........7-9 Driver Position ..........1-12 United States Government ......
Page 371 Securing a Child Restraint Special Fabric Cleaning Problems ..... 5-74 Designed for the LATCH System ....1-33 Speciﬁcations, Capacities ......... 5-90 Passenger Seat Position ....... 1-36 Speedometer ..........3-24 Security Light ..........3-35 Starter Switch Check ........6-11 Select ............3-44 Starting Your Engine ........
Page 372 Tires (cont.) Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......5-60 Tachometer ............ 3-24 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ....5-61 Tailgate ............2-9 Wheel Replacement ........5-62 Taillamps ............5-46 When It Is Time for New Tires ...... 5-58 TCS Warning Light .......... 3-29 Tlat (Tonneau Latch) Hall Switch Fault ....
Page 373 Trailer Wiring Harness ........4-49 Trans (Transmission) Hot Idle ......3-51 Vehicle Transmission Control ............4-5 Fluid, Automatic ........... 5-21 Damage Warnings ........... iv Transmission Operation, Automatic ....2-17 Loading ............4-31 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Symbols ............iv Repair Manual ..........
Page 374 When to Check and Change Lubricant ....5-42 When to Check and Change the Automatic Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ....3-22 Transmission Fluid ........5-21 Warnings When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ..5-20 DIC Warnings and Messages ......3-45 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking Hazard Warning Flashers .......

GMC Chevrolet SSR 2003 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Seats and Restraint Systems

Features and Controls

Instrument Panel

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

Checking Things under the Hood

Rear Axle

Headlamp Aiming

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

Quick Links

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