Introduction Introduction SUBURBAN, Z71, YUKON and Danger, Warning, and DENALI are trademarks and/or Caution service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, Warning messages found on vehicle or licensors. labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or This manual describes features that reduce them.
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Introduction : Shown when the owner : Engine Coolant Temperature Caution manual has additional instructions : Exterior Lamps or information. Caution indicates a hazard that : Flame/Fire Prohibited could result in property or vehicle : Shown when the service : Fog Lamps manual has additional instructions damage.
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In Brief 1. Air Vents 0 197. Volume Switches (Out of View). 14. Rear Climate Control Buttons. See Steering Wheel Controls See Dual Automatic Climate Traction Control/Electronic in the infotainment manual. Control System 0 192. Stability Control 0 238. 5. Instrument Cluster 0 135. 15.
In Brief 22. Automatic Transfer Case Knob Initial Drive (If Equipped). See Four-Wheel Information Drive 0 232. 23. Parking Brake 0 236. This section provides a brief overview about some of the 24. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 182. important features that may or may Fog Lamps 0 187 (If not be on your specific vehicle.
In Brief Remote Vehicle Start Door Locks : Press to lock all doors. Lock and unlock feedback can be The engine can be started from To lock or unlock the doors from personalized. See Vehicle outside of the vehicle. inside the vehicle: Personalization 0 171.
In Brief Power Door Locks unlock. See Remote Keyless Entry Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) 0 32. Access) 0 34 or Remote Keyless Use the pull cup to lower and close Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key the liftgate.
In Brief Windows Seat Adjustment Power Seats Manual Seats To adjust a power seat, if equipped: The windows work when the vehicle is in ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, Move the seat forward or To adjust a manual seat: or when Retained Accessory Power rearward by sliding the control (RAP) is active.
In Brief Lumbar Adjustment Power Lumbar See Lumbar Adjustment 0 61. Manual Lumbar Memory Features To adjust the power lumbar support, if equipped: If equipped, move the lever up or Press and hold the control If equipped, the SET, 1, 2, and down repeatedly to increase or forward to increase or rearward (Exit) buttons on the driver door are...
In Brief menus to automatically recall the 4. Fully lower the head restraints. positions previously stored to the 1, See Head Restraints 0 59. 2, and buttons. See Memory Seats 0 63 and Vehicle Personalization 0 171. Second Row Seats The second row seatbacks can be folded for additional cargo space, or the seats can be folded and...
In Brief 9. Push the seatback forward to Safety Belts Press to heat the driver or lay flat. passenger seat cushion and seatback. 10. Repeat the steps for the other seatback, if desired. Press to ventilate the driver or See Third Row Seats 0 71. passenger seat.
In Brief Passenger Sensing Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors System Power Mirrors Interior Mirror Adjustment Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle. Manual Rearview Mirror Push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it rearward for The passenger sensing system will nighttime use to avoid glare of the turn off the front outboard...
In Brief Folding Mirrors Steering Wheel Tilt and Telescoping Steering Wheel Adjustment The outside mirrors can be folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle. See Folding Mirrors 0 51. Power Folding Mirrors To adjust the tilt and telescoping To adjust the steering wheel:...
In Brief Power Tilt and Telescoping Throttle and Brake Pedal The vehicle may have a memory Steering Wheel function, which lets pedal settings Adjustment be saved and recalled. See Memory If equipped, the position of the Seats 0 63. throttle and brake pedals can be Interior Lighting changed.
In Brief DOOR : The lamps come on The exterior lamp control is on the automatically when a door is instrument panel to the left of the opened. steering wheel. ON : Turns all dome lamps on. There are four positions. : Turns off the automatic Reading Lamps headlamps and Daytime Running...
In Brief Windshield Wiper/Washer FRONT band up for more frequent Climate Controls wipes or down for less frequent This system controls the heating, wipes. cooling, and ventilation. To turn on Rainsense, press AUTO on the lever, then turn the FRONT band on the wiper lever to adjust the sensitivity.
In Brief 9. RCTRL (Rear Climate Control Transmission 2. Tap the plus/minus buttons on Lockout) the shift lever to select the Range Selection Mode desired range of gears for 10. Rear Temperature Control current driving conditions. See 11. Rear Air Delivery Mode Control Manual Mode 0 229.
In Brief Automatic Transfer Case Vehicle Features : Use the Four-Wheel Drive High position when extra traction is needed, such as on snowy or icy Infotainment System roads or in most off-road situations. See the infotainment manual for : Vehicles with a two speed information on the radio, audio automatic transfer case have a players, phone, navigation system,...
In Brief Cruise Control : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. See Cruise Control 0 241. Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC display is in the instrument cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems.
In Brief Forward Collision Alert vehicle. This can help avoid or Lane Change Alert (LCA) lessen the severity of crashes when (FCA) System If equipped, the LCA system is a driving in a forward gear. lane-changing aid that assists If equipped, FCA may help avoid or See Forward Automatic Braking drivers with avoiding lane change reduce the harm caused by...
In Brief Rear Cross Traffic Alert The vehicle may also have the Front Vehicles with Bench Seats Parking Assist system. (RCTA) System One on the center stack below See Assistance Systems for Parking the climate control system. If equipped, the RCTA system uses or Backing 0 251.
In Brief Universal Remote System Sunroof press and release (1). Press the switch again to stop the movement. Open/Close (Manual Mode) : To open the sunroof, press and hold (1). Release the switch at the desired position. Press and hold (1) to close the sunroof.
In Brief If an object is in the path of the Performance and appropriate DIC message sunroof while it is closing, the displays. See Ride Control Maintenance automatic reversal system will System Messages 0 166. detect the object and stop the Press and release again to Traction Control/...
In Brief pressure shown on the Tire and Use only unleaded petrol rated at 91 The oil life system should be reset Loading Information label. See RON or higher in your vehicle. Do to 100% only following an oil Vehicle Load Limits 0 212. The not use petrol with an octane rating change.
In Brief 2. Fully press the accelerator Keep vehicle tires properly pedal slowly three times within inflated. five seconds. Combine several trips into a 3. If the display changes to 100%, single trip. the system is reset. Replace the vehicle's tires with See Engine Oil Life System 0 286.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Immobilizer Operation (Key Keys and Locks Access) ..... . 49 Windows Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Keys (Key Access) Access) .
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Keys, Doors, and Windows moving the key out of the RUN Warning (Continued) position. Do not add any additional items to the ring attached to the impacted, and airbags may not ignition key. Attach additional items deploy. To reduce the risk of only to the second ring, and limit unintentional rotation of the added items to a few essential keys...
Keys, Doors, and Windows If it becomes difficult to turn a key, inspect the key blade for debris. Periodically clean with a brush or pick. Keys (Keyless Access) Warning Leaving children in a vehicle with an ignition key or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous and children or others Interference from radio-frequency...
Keys, Doors, and Windows This key inside the transmitter, is If there is a decrease in the RKE used for the driver door and operating range: glove box. Check the distance. The If the vehicle has the Keyless transmitter may be too far from Access system, the transmitter has the vehicle.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows 30 seconds. The alarm turns off chirps when is pressed again Pressing on the RKE transmitter when the ignition is moved to ON/ within three seconds. See Vehicle disarms the alarm system. See RUN or is pressed again. The Personalization 0 171.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Keyless Entry Caution (RKE) System Operation When replacing the battery, do (Keyless Access) not touch any of the circuitry on The Keyless Access system allows the transmitter. Static from your for vehicle entry when the body could damage the transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft).
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Keys, Doors, and Windows If equipped with auto mirror folding, : If equipped, press and Pressing arms the alarm system. pressing and holding See Vehicle Alarm System 0 48. release , then immediately press one second will unfold mirrors. The and hold until the turn signal If equipped with auto mirror folding,...
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Keys, Doors, and Windows again within five seconds, all Keyless Unlocking/Locking from RUN or is pressed again. The passenger doors and liftgate will the Passenger Doors ignition must be in LOCK/OFF for unlock. the panic alarm to work. When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) Keyless Access Operation of the door handle, pressing the...
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Keys, Doors, and Windows doors may lock with the RKE Auto Door Relock Programming Transmitters to transmitter inside the vehicle. Do the Vehicle If a door is not opened or the not leave the RKE transmitter in an vehicle is not started within Only RKE transmitters programmed unattended vehicle.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows To start the vehicle: Battery Replacement 1. Insert a flat, thin object in center of the transmitter to 1. Open the center console Replace the battery in the separate and remove the back storage area and the transmitter soon if the REPLACE cover.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Vehicle Start The engine will turn off during a The engine will continue to run remote vehicle start if: for 10 minutes. Repeat With remote start the climate control Steps 1 and 2 for a 10-minute The coolant temperature gets system will come on when the time extension.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Turn on the hazard warning To lock or unlock the doors from Warning (Continued) flashers. inside the vehicle: Turn the ignition on and then off. Young children who get into Press on the power door unlocked vehicles may be lock switch.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks Delayed Locking To unlock the doors: Press on the power door lock When locking the doors with the Press on the Remote power lock switch and a door or the switch. Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. liftgate is open, the doors will lock See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Shift the transmition into...
Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors Warning (Continued) Liftgate and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See Climate Control Systems Warning in the Index. Exhaust gases can enter the If the vehicle is equipped vehicle if it is driven with the with a power liftgate, disable liftgate or trunk/hatch open, the power liftgate function.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Liftgate There will be a delay in the release Power Liftgate Operation of the liftglass if there is an attempt to open it while the rear wiper is in Warning motion. You or others could be injured if Use the pull cup to lower and close caught in the path of the power the liftgate.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows To open or close the liftgate, select Press on the bottom edge of MAX or 3/4 mode and then: the liftgate next to the latch to close. Press twice quickly on the RKE transmitter until the liftgate Press any liftgate button, the touch moves.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows time. If this occurs, the liftgate can strut failure. This could also activate sensor, the liftgate will reverse still be operated manually. Select the falling liftgate detection feature. direction and stop at a partially open OFF on the liftgate switch. Allow the liftgate to complete its position.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Operation Hands-Free Operation Select OFF to manually operate the If equipped with Hands-Free Vehicle liftgate. See Manual Liftgate at the Access, the liftgate may be beginning of this section. operated with a kicking motion under the rear bumper. Caution The liftgate will not operate if the RKE transmitter is not within...
Keys, Doors, and Windows When closing the liftgate using this Caution feature, there will be a short delay. The rear lights will flash and a Splashing water may cause the chime will sound. Step away from liftgate to open. Keep the RKE the liftgate before it starts moving.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Vehicle Security Slow Flash : Alarm system is pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not armed. started, or the door is not unlocked This vehicle has theft-deterrent by pressing on the RKE Arming the Alarm System features; however, they do not make transmitter during the 10-second the vehicle impossible to steal.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Always unlock a door with the This vehicle has a passive not start with the other key, the RKE transmitter, or use the theft-deterrent system. vehicle needs service. If the vehicle Keyless Access system. does start, the first key may be The system does not have to be faulty.
Keys, Doors, and Windows The immobilization system is If the engine does not start and the Exterior Mirrors disarmed when the ignition button is security light stays on, there is a pressed in and a valid transmitter is problem with the system. Turn the Convex Mirrors found in the vehicle.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Mirrors 4. Press either (1) or (2) again to Folding Mirrors deselect the mirror. The Power Folding indicator light goes off. Exterior Automatic Dimming Mirror If equipped, the driver outside mirror automatically adjusts for the glare of headlamps behind.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Resetting the Power Folding Heated Mirrors Driving with the Blind Spot Mirrors Mirror For vehicles with heated mirrors: Reset the power folding mirrors if: (Rear Window Defogger) : The mirrors are accidentally Press to heat the mirrors. obstructed while folding.
Keys, Doors, and Windows 1. When the approaching vehicle zone. Then, glance over your Interior Mirrors is a long distance away, the shoulder to double check image in the main mirror is before moving slowly into the Interior Rearview Mirrors small and near the inboard adjacent lane.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Child-View Mirror Windows pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the Warning sound, open either a front window or the sunroof, if equipped. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, Power Windows especially with the windows...
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Keys, Doors, and Windows Express Window Obstacle Detection The express-up feature will reverse window movement if it comes in contact with an object. Extreme cold or ice could cause the window to auto-reverse. The window will operate as normal after the object or condition is removed.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming the Power Sun Visors Roof Windows Sunroof Programming may be necessary if the vehicle's battery has been disconnected or discharged. If the window is unable to express-up, program the window: 1. Close all doors. 2. Place the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows Slide Switch The sunroof also has a sunshade which can be pulled forward to block Express-Open/Express-Close : To sun rays. The sunshade must be express-open the sunroof, fully opened and closed manually when press and release (1).
Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety System Check ..83 Where to Put the Restraint . . . 104 Safety Belt Care ....83 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Restraints Replacing Safety Belt System...
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that Adjust the head restraint so that the The height of the head restraint can occupants will suffer a neck/ top of the restraint is at the same...
Seats and Restraints Second Row Seats Return the lowered head restraint to Front Seats the upright position until it locks into The vehicle's second row seats place. Push and pull on the head Seat Adjustment have head restraints in the outboard restraint to make sure it is locked.
Seats and Restraints 2. Slide the seat to the desired Power Seat Adjustment To adjust the lumbar support, see position and release the Lumbar Adjustment 0 61. handle. Some vehicles are equipped with a 3. Try to move the seat back and feature that activates a vibrating forth to be sure it is locked in pulse alert in the driver seat to help...
Seats and Restraints Power Lumbar Reclining Seatbacks Warning Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you.
Seats and Restraints To return the seatback to the upright Memory Seats position: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
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Seats and Restraints 2. Adjust the driver seat, outside telescoping steering wheel control, RKE transmitters are not labeled mirrors, power tilt and if equipped; or press the adjustable with a number. If your memory seat telescoping steering column (if pedal control, if equipped. position is stored to 1 or 2, but this equipped), and adjustable position is not automatically...
Seats and Restraints recalling, then store your positions feature not recalling for to the other button or switch RKE two seconds. Then try recalling transmitters with the other driver. the exit position again. To stop recall movement, press one If the memory position is still not of the memory, power mirror, recalling, see your dealer for or power seat controls;...
Seats and Restraints Press the button once for the The temperature performance of an Rear Seats highest setting. With each press of unoccupied seat may be reduced. the button, the seat will change to This is normal. Heated Rear Seats the next lower setting, and then to The heated or ventilated seats will the off setting.
Seats and Restraints Second Row Seats To return the seatback to the upright Press to heat the left position: outboard or right outboard seat Reclining Seatbacks cushion. Warning To recline the seatback: Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of If either seatback is not locked, it the button, the heated seat changes could move forward in a sudden...
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Seats and Restraints Manual Fold and Tumble Folding and Tumbling the Seat Feature To fold and tumble the seat: 1. Make sure that there is nothing Warning under, in front of, or on the seat. Do not leave the second row seat in a tumbled position while the vehicle is in motion.
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Seats and Restraints Folding and Tumbling the Seat from the Third Row Seat Warning Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded, or folded and tumbled, could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position.
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Seats and Restraints 3. Pull the strap again to release Folding and Tumbling the Seat Warning the rear of the seat from the To fold and tumble the seat: floor. The seat will tumble Automatically folding and 1. Make sure that there is nothing forward.
Seats and Restraints Folding and Tumbling the Seat The left switch folds the left To return the seat to the sitting from the Cargo Area seatback, and the right switch position from the tumbled position: folds the right seatback. 1. Pull the seat down until both 3.
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Seats and Restraints On third row seats (if equipped), the 5. Disconnect the rear safety belt seatbacks can be folded to increase mini-latch using a key in the cargo space. slot on the mini-buckle, and let the belt retract into the Manual Operation headliner.
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Seats and Restraints 4. Disconnect the rear safety belt 5. Press and hold the switch (2) 1. Second Row Power Seat mini-latch, using a key in the on the side trim of the cargo Switches slot on the mini-buckle, and let area to fold the seatback.
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Seats and Restraints Returning the Seatback to the To return the seatback to the upright Warning position: Upright Position A safety belt that is improperly Manual Operation routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the Warning protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be If either seatback is not locked, it seriously injured.
Seats and Restraints Automatic Operation Safety Belts Warning This section of the manual A safety belt that is improperly describes how to use safety belts routed, not properly attached, properly. It also describes some or twisted will not provide the things not to do with safety belts.
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Seats and Restraints Why Safety Belts Work Questions and Answers About Warning (Continued) Safety Belts passengers to ride in any area of Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle the vehicle that is not equipped after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt? with seats and safety belts.
Seats and Restraints How to Wear Safety Belts Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest. Properly These parts of the body are best This section is only for people of able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks if adult size.
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Seats and Restraints If you are using a rear seating The lap-shoulder belt may lock position with a detachable safety if you pull the belt across you belt, and the safety belt is not very quickly. If this happens, let attached, see Third Row Seats 0 71 the belt go back slightly to for instructions on reconnecting the...
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Seats and Restraints in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. 3. Push the latch plate into the To unlatch the belt, push the button buckle until it clicks. If the latch on the buckle. The belt should plate will not go fully into the return to its stowed position.
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Seats and Restraints release it. If the webbing is still They can help tighten the safety locked in the retractor, see your belts during the early stages of a dealer. moderate to severe frontal, near frontal, or rear crash if the threshold Before a door is closed, be sure the conditions for pretensioner safety belt is out of the way.
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Seats and Restraints Rear Safety Belt Comfort Second Row Outboard Seating Positions Guides The vehicle has comfort guides for Warning the second row outboard seating positions. The comfort guides are A safety belt that is not properly stored on a clip on the interior trim worn may not provide the next to the outboard seatback.
Seats and Restraints 3. Be sure that the belt is not To remove and store the comfort twisted and it lies flat. The guide, squeeze the belt edges elastic cord must be behind the together so that the safety belt can belt with the plastic guide on be removed from the guide.
Seats and Restraints Lap Belt properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts This section is only for the lap belt. that might keep a safety belt system To learn how to wear a lap-shoulder from performing properly. See your belt, see Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 77.
Seats and Restraints Replacing Safety Belt New parts and repairs may be Warning necessary even if the safety belt System Parts after a system was not being used at the Do not bleach or dye safety belt Crash time of the crash. webbing.
Seats and Restraints Airbag System All vehicle airbags have the word Here are the most important things AIRBAG on the trim or on an to know about the airbag system: The vehicle has the following attached label near the deployment airbags: opening.
Seats and Restraints There is an airbag readiness light Warning Warning (Continued) on the instrument cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. Because airbags inflate with great Occupants should not lean on or The system checks the airbag force and faster than the blink of sleep against the door or side electrical system for malfunctions.
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Seats and Restraints If the vehicle has a front center airbag, it is in the inboard side of the driver seatback. Driver Side Shown, Passenger The front outboard passenger Side Similar frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel. The roof-rail airbags for the driver, Driver Side Shown, Passenger front outboard passenger, and...
Seats and Restraints impact exceeds the specific airbag whether the object is fixed or Warning (Continued) system's deployment threshold. moving, rigid or deformable, narrow Deployment thresholds are used to or wide. inflating airbag must be kept predict how severe a crash is likely Frontal airbags are not intended to clear.
Seats and Restraints designed to inflate in frontal In any particular crash, no one can Airbags supplement the protection impacts, near frontal impacts, say whether an airbag should have provided by safety belts by or rear impacts. inflated simply because of the distributing the force of the impact vehicle damage or the repair costs.
Seats and Restraints What Will You See after off the hazard warning flashers by Warning using the controls for those an Airbag Inflates? features. When an airbag inflates, there After frontal airbags and may be dust in the air. This dust seat-mounted side impact airbags Warning could cause breathing problems...
Seats and Restraints Airbags are designed to inflate Rollover Detection only once. After an airbag Disable Button inflates, you will need some new parts for the airbag system. Some extreme off-road driving If you do not get them, the activities, such as rock climbing and airbag system will not be there driving on sand dunes, may place to help protect you in another...
Seats and Restraints When the vehicle is first started, all impacts, and the safety belt Warning (Continued) vehicle airbags and the safety belt pretensioners will still deploy in a pretensioners are automatically moderate to severe rear impact. Detection System Status Indicator enabled.
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Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system Warning Warning (Continued) turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under A child in a rear-facing child the front outboard passenger certain conditions. No other airbag restraint can be seriously injured seat, always move the seat as far is affected by the passenger or killed if the passenger frontal back as it will go.
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Seats and Restraints as a reminder that the airbag is off. 3. Remove any additional items Warning See Passenger Airbag Status from the seat such as blankets, Indicator 0 143. cushions, seat covers, seat If the airbag readiness light ever heaters, or seat massagers.
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Seats and Restraints 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material restraint and restarting the from the seat, such as Adult-Sized Occupant vehicle, the on indicator is still blankets, cushions, seat lit, turn the vehicle off.
Seats and Restraints A thick layer of additional material, Warning Warning (Continued) such as a blanket or cushion, or aftermarket equipment such as If the front outboard passenger seatback may interfere with the seat covers, seat heaters, and seat airbag is turned off for an proper operation of the passenger massagers can affect how well the adult-sized occupant, the airbag...
Seats and Restraints Your dealer and the service manual If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail Warning (Continued) have information about the location airbags, see Different Size Tires of the airbag sensors, sensing and and Wheels 0 333 for additional airbag system. Be sure to follow diagnostic module, and airbag important information.
Seats and Restraints If an airbag inflates, you will need to Child Restraints Caution (Continued) replace airbag system parts. See your dealer for service. Older Children opened or broken airbag If the airbag readiness light stays on coverings, have the airbag after the vehicle is started or comes covering and/or airbag module on when you are driving, the airbag...
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Seats and Restraints Sit all the way back on the seat. Q: What is the proper way to Warning Do the knees bend at the seat wear safety belts? edge? If yes, continue. If no, A: An older child should wear a Never allow more than one child return to the booster seat.
Seats and Restraints Warning Warning (Continued) Never allow a child to wear the shoulder belt can tighten but safety belt with the shoulder belt cannot be loosened if it is locked. behind their back. A child can be The shoulder belt locks when it is seriously injured by not wearing pulled all the way out of the the lap-shoulder belt properly.
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Seats and Restraints Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Warning Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash.
Seats and Restraints For each type of child restraint, Child Restraint Systems Warning there are many different models available. When purchasing a child A young child's hip bones are still restraint, be sure it is designed to be so small that the vehicle's regular used in a motor vehicle.
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Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle Warning A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle s safety belt or LATCH system, following the Forward-Facing Child Seat...
Seats and Restraints When securing an add-on child Where to Put the Warning (Continued) restraint, refer to the instructions Restraint that come with the restraint which airbag inflates. This is because may be on the restraint itself or in a According to accident statistics, the back of the rear-facing child booklet, or both, and to this manual.
Seats and Restraints Child restraints and booster seats Lower Anchors and Warning (Continued) vary considerably in size, and some Tethers for Children may fit in certain seating positions front passenger seat as far back (LATCH System) better than others. as it will go. It is better to secure The LATCH system secures a child Depending on where you place the the child restraint in a rear seat.
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Seats and Restraints this can be done as long as the Child Restraints (With the Safety Lower Anchors booster seat can be positioned Belt in the Front Passenger properly and there is no interference Seat) 0 116. with the proper positioning of the Child restraints built after March lap-shoulder belt on the child.
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Seats and Restraints Top Tether Anchor Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint.
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Seats and Restraints cushion for each seating position in the second row. Be sure to use an anchor on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. To assist in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is near the top tether anchors for second row seats.
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Seats and Restraints According to accident statistics, Warning children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child To reduce the risk of serious or restraint system or infant restraint fatal injuries during a crash, do system secured in a rear seating not attach more than one child position.
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Seats and Restraints secure the restraints. Some Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether. wrapped around a child s neck. Do not fold the rear seatback 1. Attach and tighten the lower If the shoulder belt is locked and when the seat is occupied.
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Seats and Restraints 1.1. Find the lower anchors are using a dual tether, for the desired seating route the tether over the position. seatback. 1.2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 1.3. Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors.
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Seats and Restraints If the position you are using has a fixed or an adjustable head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether around the head restraint. 3. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place.
Seats and Restraints 7. Try to move the head restraint New parts and repairs may be Warning (Continued) to make sure that it is locked in necessary even if the LATCH place. system was not being used at the drive until the head restraints for time of the crash.
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Seats and Restraints the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored. If the child restraint or vehicle seat position does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint.
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Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether. Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 105.
Seats and Restraints seating position is used. See Head Securing Child Restraints Warning Restraint Removal and (With the Safety Belt in Reinstallation under Lower Anchors A child in a rear-facing child the Front and Tethers for Children (LATCH restraint can be seriously injured Passenger Seat) System) 0 105 for additional or killed if the front outboard...
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Seats and Restraints 1. Move the seat as far back as it Warning (Continued) will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. forward-facing child restraint in Move the seat upward or the the front outboard passenger seatback to an upright position, seat, always move the seat as far if needed, to get a tight back as it will go.
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Seats and Restraints Position the release button on 7. Before placing a child in the the buckle, away from the child child restraint, make sure it is restraint system, so that the securely held in place. To safety belt could be quickly check, grasp the child restraint unbuckled if necessary.
Storage Storage Storage If equipped with storage behind the radio, press and hold to open. Compartments There is a USB port inside. See the infotainment manual. Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments ..119 Press and hold again to close.
Storage If equipped, cupholders may be in Armrest Storage Center Console Storage the second and third row seat For vehicles with a rear seat armrest areas. armrest, pull the loop at the top of the armrest down to access the Sunglasses Storage cupholders.
Storage Additional Storage Safety Kit Features Cargo Tie-Downs If equipped, press to turn on the cooled compartment inside the center console storage. The cooled compartment will help keep cold liquids cold, but is not intended to chill warm liquids. Do There are four cargo tie-downs in not use for items that need to be the rear cargo area.
Storage The items stored in the safety kit Roof Rack System Caution bag include: 1. Fire Extinguisher Loading cargo on the roof rack Warning that weighs more than 100 kg 2. Warning Triangle If something is carried on top of (220 lb) or hangs over the rear or 3.
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Storage Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Vehicle Load Limits 0 212. A Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) is located above the rear window glass. Make sure items loaded on the roof of the vehicle do not block or damage the CHMSL.
Instruments and Controls Object Detection System Controls Tilt and Telescoping Steering Messages ....164 Wheel Ride Control System Steering Wheel Messages ....166 Adjustment Airbag System Messages .
Instruments and Controls Power Tilt and Telescoping Steering Wheel Controls Horn Steering Wheel The infotainment system can be To sound the horn, press on the operated by using the steering steering wheel. wheel controls. See "Steering Wheel Controls" in the infotainment Windshield Wiper/Washer manual.
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Instruments and Controls OFF : Turns the windshield If the ignition is put in OFF while the Turn the band down to lower INT wipers off. wipers are performing wipes due to setting for less sensitivity to windshield washing or Rainsense, moisture.
Instruments and Controls on or off, a message may display Windshield Washer Rear Window Wiper/ indicating if Rainsense was turned Washer on or off. Warning If the ignition is in ON/RUN and In freezing weather, do not use FRONT is not in one of the the washer until the windshield is sensitivity settings when AUTO...
Instruments and Controls liftglass is opened while the rear interval wipes, then the rear wiper will automatically determine when a wiper is on, the wiper returns to the automatically performs interval GPS signal is restored and provide parked position and stops. wipes.
Instruments and Controls If auto timing is set, the time 2. Press Clock Display and press 2. Press Set Time and press displayed on the clock may not OFF or ON to turn the clock to increase or decrease update immediately when driving display off or on.
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Instruments and Controls One in the rear cargo area on could cause interference Caution the passenger side. between the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and the Vehicles with Bench Seats Leaving electrical equipment vehicle, and the vehicle may not plugged in for an extended period One on the center stack below start.
Instruments and Controls than 150 watts is plugged into the Other equipment requiring an Caution outlet, and no system fault is extremely stable power supply, detected. such as Hanging heavy equipment from microcomputer-controlled The indicator light does not come on the power outlet can cause electric blankets and touch when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF or...
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Instruments and Controls The vehicle must be in ON/RUN, 3. The will display on the ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained on the infotainment screen. Accessory Power (RAP). The This indicates that the mobile wireless charging feature may not device is properly positioned correctly indicate charging when the and charging.
Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury. Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working.
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Base Cluster...
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Instruments and Controls Uplevel Cluster...
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Instruments and Controls Cluster Menu (Uplevel Cluster) Info App. This is where the from the favorites, or change the selected Driver Information phone source. If there is an active There is an interactive display area call, mute the phone or switch to Center (DIC) displays can be in the center of the instrument viewed.
Instruments and Controls be displayed in the Info app. See This vehicle is equipped with an Tachometer Driver Information Center (DIC) overspeed warning device. When The tachometer displays the engine (Uplevel) in the Index. the vehicle's speed reaches speed in revolutions per 120 km/h (75 mph), a chime will Speed Warning : The Speed minute (rpm).
Instruments and Controls When the indicator nears empty, the Engine Oil Pressure soon as possible. See OIL low fuel light comes on. There still is PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE Gauge a little fuel left, but the vehicle under Engine Oil Messages 0 162 should be refueled soon.
Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant above the usual operating range Voltmeter Gauge and approach the far end of the Temperature Gauge gauge: Stop and go driving in heavy traffic. High speed operation in warm weather. Uphill driving. Trailer towing or hauling a heavy load.
Instruments and Controls Readings outside the normal Safety Belt Reminders If the driver safety belt is buckled, operating range can also occur neither the light nor the chime (Vehicles without when a large number of electrical comes on. Rollover Detection accessories are operating in the Passenger Safety Belt System)
Instruments and Controls If the passenger safety belt is When the vehicle is started, this buckled, neither the chime nor the light flashes and a chime may come light comes on. on to remind the driver and/or passenger to fasten their safety belt. The front passenger safety belt Then the light stays on solid until reminder light and chime may turn...
Instruments and Controls If there is a problem with the airbag system status indicator will turn off Warning (Continued) system, a Driver Information Center to let you know the rollover (DIC) message may also come on. detection system is enabled. If the airbag readiness light stays See Airbag System When the rollover detection system...
Instruments and Controls for several seconds as a system If the light stays on, or comes on Warning check. Then, after several more while driving, there may be a seconds, the status indicator will problem with the electrical charging If the airbag readiness light ever light either the on or off symbol to let system.
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Instruments and Controls ON/RUN with the engine not If towing a trailer, reduce the Caution running for Key Access or in Service amount of cargo being hauled as Only Mode for Keyless Access. See soon as possible. Modifications to the engine, Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) If the light continues to flash, find a transmission, exhaust, intake,...
Instruments and Controls Poor fuel quality can cause not used to perform an Emissions See your dealer if the vehicle will inefficient engine operation and Inspection/Maintenance test or to not pass or cannot be made ready poor driveability, which may go service the vehicle may affect for the test.
Instruments and Controls When the ignition is on, the brake Antilock Brake System If both the ABS and the brake system warning light also comes on system warning light are on, the (ABS) Warning Light when the parking brake is set. The vehicle's antilock brakes are not light stays on if the parking brake functioning and there is a problem...
Instruments and Controls Tow/Haul Mode Light Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Vehicle Ahead Indicator Light (1500 Series) For vehicles with the Tow/Haul If equipped, this indicator will Mode feature, this light comes on display green when a vehicle is If available, this light comes on when the Tow/Haul Mode has been detected ahead and amber when briefly while starting the vehicle.
Instruments and Controls dealer. If the system is working This light comes on when the If the light is on and not flashing, the normally, the indicator light then StabiliTrak system is turned off. TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak turns off. If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction system have been disabled.
Instruments and Controls When the Light Is On Steady Low Fuel Warning Light serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the This indicates that one or more of indicator light turns off. the tires are significantly underinflated. If the light stays on and the engine does not start, there could be a A Driver Information Center (DIC)
Instruments and Controls ® IntelliBeam Light Lamps On Reminder Adaptive Cruise Control Light This light comes on when the This light is white when the Adaptive This light comes on when the IntelliBeam system, if equipped, is Cruise Control (ACC, if equipped) is exterior lamps are in use.
Instruments and Controls Information Displays Unit Average Fuel Economy The Average Fuel Economy display Digital Speedometer Driver Information Center shows the approximate average The speedometer shows how fast liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) (DIC) (Base Level) the vehicle is moving in either or miles per gallon (mpg).
Instruments and Controls Remaining Oil Life Transmission Fluid Temperature Unit Turn the trip odometer reset stem The temperature of the automatic This will change the displays on the until REMAINING OIL LIFE transmission fluid displays in either instrument cluster and DIC to either displays.
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Instruments and Controls Speed : Shows the vehicle speed in 1. Press to access the cluster either kilometers per hour (km/h) or applications. miles per hour (mph). 2. Press to scroll to the Trip A or Trip B : Shows the Settings application.
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Instruments and Controls vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel the next oil change. To reset the cylinders the vehicle is running on. range estimate is based on an engine oil life system, press and See Active Fuel ® average of the vehicle's fuel Management 0 225.
Instruments and Controls is displayed as a bar graph. Dashes information appears as an image the timer to zero, press and hold may appear in the OUTPUT display focused out toward the front of the while this display is active, or press if a trailer is not connected.
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Instruments and Controls Some vehicle messages or alerts : Press down or lift up to center displayed in the HUD may be the HUD image. The HUD image cleared by using the steering wheel can only be adjusted up and down, controls.
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Instruments and Controls All HUD views may briefly display audio information when the driver uses the steering wheel controls to adjust the audio settings appearing in the instrument cluster. Incoming phone calls appearing in the instrument cluster may also Speed View : This display gives the Performance View : This displays display in any HUD view.
Instruments and Controls HUD is adjusted to the proper Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and height. Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC Polarized sunglasses are indicate the status of the vehicle or BATTERY LOW START not worn. some action that may be needed to VEHICLE Windshield and HUD lens are correct a condition.
Instruments and Controls SERVICE BATTERY Brake System Messages As soon as it is safe to do so, carefully pull your vehicle over to CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE FLUID LOW the side of the road and turn the On some vehicles, this message ignition off.
Instruments and Controls ADAPTIVE CRUISE CRUISE SET TO XXX SHIFT TO PARK BEFORE TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE EXITING This message displays when the cruise control speed is set. See This message displays when This message may display if Cruise Control 0 241. attempting to activate Adaptive Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is Cruise Control (ACC) when it is...
Instruments and Controls REAR ACCESS OPEN ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE Engine Oil Messages ENGINE This message will display when the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON liftgate is open. Close the liftgate This message displays when the This message displays when the completely. engine coolant temperature is too engine oil needs to be changed.
Instruments and Controls and allow the vehicle to idle until it accelerate. If this message is on, transmitter battery may be weak. cools down. See Engine Coolant but there is no reduction in See Starting the Vehicle with a Low Temperature Gauge 0 140.
Instruments and Controls NUMBER OF KEYS Object Detection System The front of the vehicle or windshield is not clean. Keep PROGRAMMED Messages these areas clean and free of This message displays when mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. FORWARD COLLISION programming new keys to the For cleaning instructions, see SYSTEM OFF...
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Instruments and Controls (LDW) system will not operate. SERVICE FORWARD SERVICE SIDE DETECTION Forward Collision Alert (FCA) and COLLISION SYSTEM SYSTEM Forward Automatic Braking (FAB) If this message displays, take the If this message remains on after may not work or may not work vehicle to your dealer to repair the continued driving, the vehicle needs as well.
Instruments and Controls Ride Control System SERVICE SUSPENSION for multiple ignition cycles and on different road surfaces, see your SYSTEM Messages dealer for service. If the vehicle has the Magnetic Ride SERVICE LEVELING SYSTEM TRACTION CONTROL OFF Control suspension system, this message displays when the If the vehicle has the Magnetic Ride This message displays when the...
Instruments and Controls STABILITRAK OFF may also Airbag System Messages Steering System display when the stability control Messages SERVICE AIRBAG has been automatically disabled. Several conditions can cause this STEERING ASSIST IS This message displays if there is a message to appear: REDUCED DRIVE WITH CARE problem with the airbag system.
Instruments and Controls Tire Messages TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD Transmission Messages AIR TO TIRE SERVICE TIRE MONITOR 4WD OFF If equipped with the Tire Pressure SYSTEM If equipped with four-wheel drive, Monitor System (TPMS), this this message displays when the If equipped with the Tire Pressure message displays when the four-wheel-drive system is...
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Instruments and Controls FOR 4WD LOW SLOW TO XXX the shift lever. See Tow/Haul Mode TO EXIT 4WD LOW SHIFT TO 0 231, Automatic Transmission NEUTRAL If a four-wheel drive shift into 4 is 0 227, and Cruise Control 0 241. requested, but the vehicle speed is If a four-wheel drive shift out of 4 is SERVICE 4WD...
Instruments and Controls When towing, use Tow/Haul Mode If the disconnect occurs while TRAILER CONNECTED to prevent damage to the engine or the vehicle is moving, this On vehicles with the Integrated transmission. See Tow/Haul message stays on until the Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) system, Mode 0 231.
Instruments and Controls Washer Fluid Messages Vehicle Personalization Menus The following list of menu items may Personalization WASHER FLUID LOW ADD be available: FLUID Use the audio system controls to Time and Date access the personalization menus This message displays when the Language (Language) for customizing vehicle features.
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Instruments and Controls Language (Language) Number of Favorites Shown Auto Volume Audible Touch Feedback This feature adjusts the volume Select Language, then select from based on vehicle speed and the available language(s). Auto Volume ambient noise. The selected language will display Maximum Startup Volume Select Off, Low, Medium-Low, on the system, and voice...
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Instruments and Controls Comfort and Convenience Park Assist Auto Compartment Zone Temp Lighting This feature allows for selection of Alert Type the compartment zone temperature Power Door Locks This feature will set crash alerts to setting when the vehicle is beeps or seat vibrations.
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Instruments and Controls Select Off or On. Easy Exit Options Lighting This allows the feature to be turned Select the Lighting menu and the Park Assist on or off. See Memory Seats 0 63. following may display: If equipped, this allows the feature Select On or Off.
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Instruments and Controls Auto Door Unlock Passive Door Lock See Auto Door Relock in Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System This allows selection of which of the Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Operation (Keyless Access) 0 34 or doors will automatically unlock when Remote Unlock Light Feedback Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
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Instruments and Controls See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Ringtones System Operation (Keyless Access) This feature sounds an alert when Press to change the ring tone for 0 34 or Remote Keyless Entry the RKE transmitter is left in the the specific phone.
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Instruments and Controls Manage Apple CarPlay Devices Voice Turn Display Off Select to manage Apple devices. Select to turn the display off. Press Select and the following may Apple CarPlay must be on for this anywhere on the display area or any display: feature to be accessed.
Instruments and Controls Restore Vehicle Settings Universal Remote Do not use the Universal Remote system with any garage door opener This allows selection of restoring System that does not have the stop and vehicle settings. reverse feature. This includes any Select Restore or Cancel.
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Instruments and Controls Programming the Universal the indicator light goes from a for five seconds. If the light slow to a rapid flash light. Then stays on or the garage door Remote System release both buttons. moves, programming is The Universal Remote system is complete.
Instruments and Controls 5. Press and release the Learn or Programming for Some Gate Universal Remote System Smart button. Step 6 must be Operators Operation completed within 30 seconds of Some gate operators require pressing this button. Using the Universal Remote transmitter signals to time out or quit System 6.
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Instruments and Controls Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button To reprogram any of the system buttons: 1. Press and hold any one of the buttons. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the button, proceed with Step 1 under Programming the Universal...
Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting AUTO : Automatically turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, taillamps, instrument panel lights, Exterior Lamp Controls roof marker lamps (if equipped), and Exterior Lighting license plate lamps. Exterior Lamp Controls ..182 When the vehicle is turned off and Exterior Lamps Off the headlamps are in AUTO, the...
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Lighting prevent the battery from being Turning On and Enabling The system detects a preceding drained. Turn the headlamp control IntelliBeam vehicle's taillamps. off and then back to the headlamp To enable the IntelliBeam system, The outside light is bright on position to make the headlamps with the turn signal lever in the enough that high-beam...
Lighting The other vehicle's lamps are Exterior Lamps Off Flash-to-Pass covered with dirt, snow, and/or Reminder This feature lets you use the road spray. high-beam headlamps to signal a A reminder chime sounds when the The other vehicle's lamps cannot driver in front of you that you want headlamps or parking lamps are be detected due to dense...
Lighting The DRL system comes on when Automatic Headlamp leaves the garage, there is a slight the following conditions are met: delay before the automatic System headlamp system changes to the The ignition is on. When the exterior lamp control is DRL.
Lighting not operating, these lamps turn off. Turn and Lane-Change The lever returns to its starting position whenever it is released. Move the exterior lamp control to Signals If after signaling a turn or a lane to disable this feature. change the arrows flash rapidly or do not come on, a signal bulb could Hazard Warning Flashers...
Lighting Fog Lamps The ignition must be in the ON/RUN Interior Lighting position for the fog lamps to come on. Instrument Panel : Press to turn the fog lamps on Illumination Control or off. A light will come on in the instrument cluster.
Lighting Dome Lamps Reading Lamps Press next to each reading lamp to turn it on or off. There are dome lamps in the There are reading lamps in the overhead console and the headliner, overhead console and the headliner, if equipped. if equipped.
Lighting Lighting Features lamps remain on after the door is prevent overcharging. The voltmeter closed for a set amount of time, gauge or the voltage display on the then automatically turn off. Driver Information Center (DIC), Entry Lighting if equipped, may show the voltage If equipped with Keyless Access, moving up or down.
Lighting needed. It can temporarily reduce the power demands of some accessories. Normally, these actions occur in steps or levels, without being noticeable. In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action, this action may be noticeable to the driver.
Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction System Infotainment See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio Introduction players, phone, navigation system, Infotainment ....191 and voice or speech recognition.
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control 3. Air Delivery Mode Controls 4. Fan Control Systems 5. Defrost Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate 6. Passenger Temperature Dual Automatic Climate Control System Control Control System ... . . 192 Rear Climate Control 7.
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Climate Controls Front Climate Controls To improve fuel efficiency and to The maximum auto fan speed can cool the vehicle faster, recirculation be adjusted. See Climate and Air Automatic Operation may be automatically selected in Quality under Vehicle warm weather. Personalization 0 171.
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Climate Controls Changing the mode cancels the A/C : Press to turn the air on, see Climate and Air Quality automatic operation of the mode. conditioning system on or off. An under Vehicle Press AUTO to return to automatic indicator light comes on to show Personalization 0 171.
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Climate Controls Fan Control : Press up or down to if equipped, may also come on. See Caution increase or decrease the rear Remote Vehicle Start 0 39 and passenger area fan speed. Heated and Ventilated Front Using a razor blade or sharp Seats 0 65.
Climate Controls The climate control system uses the Automatic Operation information from these sensors to AUTO : Press AUTO to maintain comfort settings by automatically control the adjusting the outlet temperature, fan temperature, air delivery, and fan speed, and air delivery mode. The speed for rear seat passengers.
Climate Controls TEMP : Turn clockwise or Air Vents Operation Tips counterclockwise to increase or Clear away any ice, snow, Adjustable air vents are in the decrease the airflow temperature or leaves from the air inlets at center and on the side of the into the passenger area.
Climate Controls Maintenance 2. Disconnect the glove box door damper string from the glove box door assembly. A pen or Passenger Compartment pencil may be inserted through Air Filter the end of the damper string to prevent the string from slipping The filter reduces the dust, pollen, inside the door assembly.
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Climate Controls Service All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle. The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians. The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle.
Driving and Operating Trailer Towing Driving Information Designate a front seat passenger to handle potential General Towing distractions. Information ....265 Distracted Driving Driving Characteristics and Become familiar with vehicle Towing Tips .
Driving and Operating Refer to the infotainment manual for Braking Once the power assist is used up, it more information on using that can take longer to stop and the Braking action involves perception system, including pairing and using brake pedal will be harder to push. time and reaction time.
Driving and Operating See specific vehicle steering Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go messages under Steering System straight down the roadway. Messages 0 167. See your dealer if Loss of Control there is a problem. Curve Tips Skidding Take curves at a reasonable There are three types of skids that...
Driving and Operating The vehicle may straighten out. vehicles not equipped with All Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, Be ready for a second skid if it Terrain (AT) or On-Off Road (OOR) and check inflation pressure in occurs. tires must not be driven off-road all tires, including the spare, except on a level, solid surface.
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Driving and Operating Loading the Vehicle for For more information about loading Warning (Continued) the vehicle, see If the Vehicle Is Off-Road Driving Stuck 0 211 and Tires 0 321. of control. Driving across hills can Warning Environmental Concerns cause a rollover. You could be injured or killed.
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Driving and Operating Warning Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Driving to the top of a hill at high transfer case overrides the descending a hill and use a low speed can cause an accident. transmission. You or someone gear to keep vehicle speed under There could be a drop-off, else could be injured.
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Driving and Operating Never back down a hill in downhill wheels, which could Warning N (Neutral) using only the cause a downhill slide or a brake. rollover. Getting out of the vehicle on the The vehicle can roll Surface conditions can be a downhill side when stopped backward quickly and you problem.
Driving and Operating Traction is reduced on hard packed After Off-Road Driving Warning (Continued) snow and ice and it is easy to lose Remove any brush or debris that control. Reduce vehicle speed when has collected on the underbody or Traction could be lost, and the driving on hard packed snow chassis, or under the hood.
Driving and Operating wet enough and you are going fast Keep the vehicle serviced and in Warning enough. When the vehicle is good shape. hydroplaning, it has little or no Check all fluid levels and brakes, Wet brakes can cause crashes. contact with the road.
Driving and Operating freezing rain begins to fall. Avoid Turn off cruise control. Warning (Continued) driving on wet ice or in freezing rain Blizzard Conditions until roads can be treated. loss of steering. Always have the Stop the vehicle in a safe place and For Slippery Road Driving: engine running and the vehicle signal for help.
Driving and Operating charged to restart the vehicle and to Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) signal for help with the headlamps. Do this as little as possible, to Open a window about 5 cm damage. Spin the wheels as little save fuel. (2 in) on the vehicle side as possible and avoid going that is away from the wind,...
Driving and Operating might need to be towed out. See Caution Warning Towing the Vehicle 0 349. Recovery hooks can be used, if equipped. Do not drive through standing Do not load the vehicle any Recovery Hooks water if it is deep enough to cover heavier than the Gross the wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust Vehicle Weight Rating...
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Driving and Operating Tire and Loading Information tires (3) and the recommended Subtract the combined Label cold tire inflation pressures (4). weight of the driver and For more information on tires passengers from XXX kg or and inflation see Tires 0 321 XXX lbs.
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Driving and Operating your vehicle. Consult this 3. Available Occupant and Cargo Weight = 317 kg manual to determine how (700 lbs) this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. See Trailer Towing 0 268 for important information on towing a trailer, towing safety rules, and trailering tips.
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Driving and Operating weight of the driver, passengers, (GVWR). The GVWR includes Warning (Continued) and cargo should never exceed the weight of the vehicle, all the vehicle's capacity weight. occupants, fuel, and cargo. Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). This can cause systems to The Certification/Tire label also Certification/Tire Label break and change the way the...
Driving and Operating Using heavier suspension Starting and Warning (Continued) components to get added Operating durability might not change the When you carry weight ratings. Ask your dealer something inside the New Vehicle Break-In to help load the vehicle the vehicle, secure it right way.
Driving and Operating Ignition Positions Caution (Continued) (Keyless Access) premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See Trailer Towing 0 268 for the trailer towing capabilities of the vehicle and more information.
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Driving and Operating antenna signal causing interference When the vehicle is shifted into 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). to the Keyless Access system. See P (Park), the ignition system will This can be done while the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) switch to OFF.
Driving and Operating If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, Service Only Mode Ignition Positions (Key and must be shut off while driving, Access) This power mode is available for press and hold ENGINE START/ service and diagnostics, and to STOP for longer than two seconds, verify the proper operation of the or press twice in five seconds.
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Driving and Operating Accessory Power (RAP) will remain 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, active. See Retained Accessory This can be done while the and must be shut off while driving, Power (RAP) 0 223. vehicle is moving.
Driving and Operating diagnostics, and to verify the proper Starting the Engine Starting Procedure (Key operation of the malfunction Access) For a heavy-duty Suburban, see the indicator lamp as may be required 1. With your foot off the Suburban Heavy-Duty Package for emission inspection purposes.
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Driving and Operating transmission gently until the oil Caution (Continued) Caution warms up and lubricates all moving parts. ended, can overheat and damage Cranking the engine for long Starting Procedure (Keyless the cranking motor, and drain the periods of time, by returning the battery.
Driving and Operating again, do the same thing. This continues to work for up to 1. Hold the brake pedal down, clears the extra gasoline from 10 minutes or until the driver door is then set the parking brake. the engine. Do not race the opened.
Driving and Operating you. If you can, it means that the Shifting out of Park Warning (Continued) shift lever was not fully locked into This vehicle is equipped with an P (Park). if the shift lever is not fully in electronic shift lock release system.
Driving and Operating ® If you still are unable to shift out of Active Fuel Management Extended Parking P (Park): Vehicles with V8 engines may have It is better not to park with the 1. Ease the pressure on the shift Active Fuel Management.
Driving and Operating Engine Exhaust Running the Vehicle Warning (Continued) While Parked There are holes or openings Warning It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running. Engine exhaust contains carbon damage or aftermarket If the vehicle is left with the engine modifications that are not monoxide (CO), which cannot be...
Driving and Operating Automatic Warning Caution Transmission It is dangerous to get out of the Shifting to R (Reverse) while the If equipped, there is an electronic vehicle if the shift lever is not fully vehicle is moving forward could shift lever position indicator within in P (Park) with the parking brake damage the transmission.
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Driving and Operating D : This position is for normal upshifts and downshifts. This shift Warning driving. It provides the best fuel stabilization feature is designed to economy. If you need more power determine, before making an Shifting into a drive gear while the for passing, and you are: upshift, if the engine is able to engine is running at high speed is...
Driving and Operating shifting might feel different as the Normal Mode Grade Braking Manual Mode transmission determines the best If equipped with a gasoline engine Range Selection Mode settings. and an automatic transmission, When temperatures are very cold, Normal Mode Grade Braking is the transmission's gear shifting enabled when the vehicle is started, could be delayed providing more...
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Driving and Operating This number is the highest gear that Gear before shifting from the transmission will command while D (Drive) to L (Manual Mode) operating in L (Manual Mode). All Range after shifting from gears below that number are D (Drive) to L (Manual Mode) available.
Driving and Operating Tow/Haul Mode See Tow/Haul Mode Light 0 148 and For other forms of grade braking, Hill and Mountain Roads 0 209. see Automatic Transmission 0 227 and Cruise Control 0 241. Also see Tow/Haul Mode under Towing Equipment 0 270. Tow/Haul Mode Grade Braking Tow/Haul Mode Grade Braking is only enabled while the Tow/Haul...
Driving and Operating Drive Systems Two Speed Automatic Warning Transfer Case Four-Wheel Drive Shifting the transfer case to N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle If equipped, four-wheel drive to roll even if the transmission is engages the front axle for extra in P (Park).
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Driving and Operating The indicator mark on the switch driving conditions. This setting Shifting Into 4 or AUTO must line up with the indicator light provides slightly lower fuel economy before a shift can be commanded. Turn the knob to the 4 or AUTO than 2 .
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Driving and Operating complete the shift. With the vehicle 2. Turn the knob to 4 . Wait for Shifting Out of 4 moving less than 5 km/h (3 mph), the 4 indicator light to stop To shift: and the transmission in N (Neutral), flashing before shifting the attempt the shift again.
Driving and Operating This will take at least Shifting Out of N (Neutral) Brakes 10 seconds. Then slowly To shift out of N (Neutral): release the knob to the 4 Antilock Brake 1. Set the parking brake and position. The N (Neutral) light System (ABS) apply the brake pedal.
Driving and Operating If driving safely on a wet road and it Using ABS Set the parking brake by holding the becomes necessary to slam on the regular brake pedal down, then Do not pump the brakes. Just hold brakes and continue braking to pushing down the parking brake the brake pedal down firmly and let avoid a sudden obstacle, a...
Driving and Operating system warning light will flash and a the driving situation dictates. The Integrated Trailer Brake Control chime will sound warning you that Brake Assist feature will (ITBC) system, HSA may also apply the parking brake is still on. automatically disengage when the the trailer brakes.
Driving and Operating Ride Control Systems intended path. Trailer Sway Control the StabiliTrak OFF light comes on, (TSC) is also on automatically when and the appropriate message will the vehicle is started. See Trailer appear on the DIC. Both traction Traction Control/ Sway Control (TSC) 0 276.
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Driving and Operating maintaining control. The vehicle is appropriate message will display in Caution safe to drive, but driving should be the DIC. See Ride Control System adjusted accordingly. Messages 0 166. Do not repeatedly brake or To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on comes on and stays on: accelerate heavily when TCS is again, press and release...
Driving and Operating Hill Descent HDC light indicates that the system Magnetic Ride Control is actively applying the brakes to Control (HDC) This vehicle may have a semi-active maintain vehicle speed. damping system called Magnetic If equipped, HDC can be used when When HDC is set, that is the initial Ride Control.
Driving and Operating Locking Rear Axle thereafter. The system may exhaust Cruise Control (lower vehicle height) for up to Vehicles with a locking rear axle can 10 minutes after the ignition key has Warning give more traction on snow, mud, been turned off.
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Driving and Operating For an explanation of how cruise : Press to disengage cruise control interacts with the Range control without erasing the set Selection Mode, Tow/Haul Mode, speed from memory. and Grade Braking systems, see Setting Cruise Control Tow/Haul Mode Grade Braking under Tow/Haul Mode 0 231.
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Driving and Operating The cruise control indicator on the To increase vehicle speed in Passing Another Vehicle While instrument cluster turns green after small increments, briefly press Using Cruise Control cruise control has been set to the +RES. For each press, the Use the accelerator pedal to desired speed.
Driving and Operating selected speed when driving on Erasing Speed Memory ACC may automatically disengage. downhill grades by using the engine See Traction Control/Electronic The cruise control set speed is and transmission to slow the Stability Control 0 238. When road erased from memory when vehicle.
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Driving and Operating : Press to select a following gap Warning time (or distance) setting for ACC of Far, Medium, or Near. ACC will not detect or brake for children, pedestrians, animals, The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric or other objects.
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Driving and Operating After ACC is set, it may immediately Increasing Speed While ACC is at vehicle speed goes to next apply the brakes if a vehicle ahead a Set Speed 5 km/h (5 mph) faster mark on is detected closer than the selected the speedometer.
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Driving and Operating To decrease speed in larger vehicle detected ahead. Consider Safety Alert Seat will pulse five increments, press and briefly traffic and weather conditions when times. See Collision/Detection hold SET . For each press, the Systems under Vehicle selecting the following gap.
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Driving and Operating follow the vehicle in front of you, but ACC Automatically Disengages will resume operation when the will not exceed the set speed. It may accelerator pedal is not being ACC may automatically disengage apply limited braking, if necessary. pressed.
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Driving and Operating When following a vehicle and Other Vehicle Lane Changes Warning entering a curve, ACC may not detect the vehicle ahead and On curves, ACC may respond to accelerate to the set speed. When a vehicle in another lane, or may this happens, the vehicle ahead not have time to react to a vehicle symbol will not appear.
Driving and Operating Do not use ACC when driving on Erasing Speed Memory Driver Assistance steep hills or when towing a trailer. The cruise control set speed is Systems ACC will not detect a vehicle in the erased from memory if is pressed lane while driving on steep hills.
Driving and Operating Assistance Systems for Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Parking or Backing Detect children, Complete attention is always If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera pedestrians, bicyclists, required while driving, and you (RVC), Rear Parking Assist (RPA), or animals. should be ready to take action Front Parking Assist (FPA), and and apply the brakes and/or steer Detect vehicles or objects...
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Driving and Operating Displayed images may be farther or Parking Assist closer than they appear. The area With RPA, and if equipped with FPA, displayed is limited and objects that as the vehicle moves at speeds of are close to either corner of the less than 8 km/h (5 mph) the bumper or under the bumper do not sensors on the bumpers may detect...
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Driving and Operating When an object is first detected in Use caution while backing up when Warning (Continued) the rear, one beep will be heard towing a trailer, as the RCTA from the rear, or both sides of the detection zones that extend out or vehicle damage, even with Safety Alert Seat will pulse two from the back of the vehicle do not...
Driving and Operating parking assist on again, select On in Forward Collision Alert Warning (Continued) the vehicle personalization menu. (FCA) System The On with Towbar setting allows stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, for the parking assist to work If equipped, the FCA system may or when following a vehicle too properly with a small item attached help to avoid or reduce the harm...
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Driving and Operating Detecting the Vehicle Ahead brake system may prepare for driver Warning (Continued) braking to occur more rapidly which can cause a brief, mild deceleration. or ice, or if the windshield is Continue to apply the brake pedal damaged.
Driving and Operating both the Collision Alert and the the camera sensor behind the braking can only occur if a vehicle is Tailgating Alert features. The timing rearview mirror, and cleaning the detected. This is shown by the FCA of both alerts will vary based on front of the vehicle where radar vehicle ahead indicator being lit.
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Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) Warning Warning Detect all vehicles, FAB may automatically brake the IBA may increase vehicle braking especially vehicles with a vehicle suddenly in situations in situations when it may not be trailer, tractors, muddy where it is unexpected and necessary.
Driving and Operating Side Blind Zone will light up in the corresponding LCA Detection Zones outside side mirror and will flash if Alert (SBZA) the turn signal is on. If equipped, the SBZA system is a lane-changing aid that assists Warning drivers with avoiding crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the...
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Driving and Operating How the System Works If the turn signal is activated in the trailer. LCA may alert to objects same direction of a detected attached to the vehicle, such as a The LCA symbol lights up in the vehicle, this display will flash as an trailer, bicycle, or object extending side mirrors when the system...
Driving and Operating If the LCA displays do not light up in that direction. It may also provide Warning (Continued) when moving vehicles are in the a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) blind zone or are rapidly system alert as the lane marking is Detect lane markings under approaching that zone and the crossed.
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Driving and Operating If the LKA system is not functioning display as amber if the vehicle Warning (Continued) properly when lane markings are approaches a detected lane marking clearly visible, cleaning the without using a turn signal in that occur. Always keep the windshield may help.
Driving and Operating Fuel Fuel Additives Caution Gasoline should contain detergent Use the recommended fuel for Do not use fuels with any of the additives that help prevent engine proper vehicle maintenance. following conditions; doing so and fuel system deposits from For the 5.3L engine, use unleaded may damage the vehicle and void forming.
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Driving and Operating The vehicle has a capless refueling Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) system and does not have a fuel cap. The filling nozzle must be fully To help avoid injuries to you weather. Insert the refueling inserted and latched prior to starting and others, read and follow nozzle slowly and wait for fuel flow.
Driving and Operating Warning Warning Warning (Continued) If a fire starts while you are Attempting to refuel without using Use approved fuel containers. refueling, do not remove the the funnel adapter may cause fuel nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by spillage and damage the capless Remove the container from shutting off the pump or by...
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Driving and Operating Trailer Towing The trailer must be equipped Turn off Park Assist when with brakes adequate for the towing. intended use. A loaded trailer General Towing The Forward Automatic Braking weighing more than 900 kg System should be set to Off Information (2,000 lb) must be equipped with when towing.
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Driving and Operating During the trip, check occasionally Making Turns Warning (Continued) to be sure that the load is secure and the lamps and any trailer Caution For more information about brakes still work. carbon monoxide, see Engine Making very sharp turns while Following Distance Exhaust 0 226.
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Driving and Operating transmission is not shifted down, the Parking on Hills 5. Release the brake pedal. brakes might get hot and no longer Leaving After Parking on a Hill work well. Warning 1. Apply and hold the brake Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Shift pedal.
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Driving and Operating Check periodically to see that all Successful, safe trailering takes Warning (Continued) hitch nuts and bolts are tight. correct equipment, and it has to be used properly. Ask your dealer for advice and Trailer Towing The following information has many information about towing a trailer time-tested, important trailering tips Do not tow a trailer during break-in.
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Driving and Operating Ask your dealer for trailering Maximum Tongue information or advice. Vehicle Series Hitch Type Weight Weight of the Trailer Tongue 1500 Weight Carrying 272 kg (600 lb) The tongue load of any trailer is 1500 Weight Distributing 453 kg (1,000 lb) very important because it is also part of the vehicle weight.
Driving and Operating Weight of the Trailering Weight of the Trailer Tongue in When using a weight-distributing Trailer Towing 0 268 for rating limits hitch, the spring bars should be Combination with various hitch types. adjusted so the distance (2) is the It is important that the combination same after coupling the trailer to the Consider using sway controls with...
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Driving and Operating Trailer Brakes seven-pin universal heavy-duty Electric Brake Control Wiring trailer connector available through Provisions A loaded trailer that weighs more your dealer. than 900 kg (2,000 lb) must be These wiring provisions are Use only a round, seven-wire equipped with its own brake system, included with the vehicle as part of connector with flat blade terminals...
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Driving and Operating When pulling a heavy trailer or a The vehicle may have an Integrated large or heavy load in busy Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) system parking lots where improved low for use with electric trailer brakes or speed control of the vehicle is most electric-over-hydraulic trailer desired.
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Driving and Operating system may not be fully functional Trailer Brake Control Panel Page on the DIC to adjust and or may not function at all. Make sure display power output to the trailer all of these systems are fully brakes.
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Driving and Operating TRAILER GAIN: This setting can be A trailer with electric brakes has Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure adjusted from 0.0 to 10.0 with either become disconnected (a Trailer Gain should be set for a a trailer connected or disconnected. CHECK TRAILER WIRING specific trailering condition and must To adjust the Trailer Gain, press one...
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Driving and Operating Adjusting Trailer Gain at Other ITBC-Related DIC Messages If the disconnect occurs while speeds lower than 32 to the vehicle is moving, this In addition to displaying TRAILER 40 km/h (20 to 25 mph) may message will continue until the GAIN and OUTPUT through the result in an incorrect gain ignition is turned off.
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Driving and Operating If the CHECK TRAILER A GM dealer may be able to instrument cluster. Vehicle speed WIRING message only diagnose and repair problems with must be reduced. If trailer sway reappears when connecting the the trailer. However, any diagnosis continues, StabiliTrak can reduce trailer wiring harness to the and repair of the trailer is not...
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Driving and Operating Adding non-dealer accessories can Conversions and Caution affect the vehicle performance. See Add-Ons Accessories and Some electrical equipment can Modifications 0 279. damage the vehicle or cause Add-On Electrical components to not work and Equipment would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Vehicle Care Buying New Tires ... . . 331 General Information Damage to vehicle components Different Size Tires and resulting from modifications or the For service and parts needs, visit Wheels .
Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks Caution Doing Your Own Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage Service Work to vehicle systems. Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluids, Warning reservoir caps, or dipsticks. It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have Hood the proper knowledge, service...
Vehicle Care 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See Engine Oil See Engine Oil Messages 0 162. Jump Starting 0 346. Check the oil level before filling to To ensure proper engine the recommended level. If the oil is 2. Battery 0 300. performance and long life, careful not low and this message remains attention must be paid to engine oil.
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Vehicle Care or too soon after engine shutoff If the oil is below the cross-hatched Caution (Continued) can result in incorrect readings. area at the tip of the dipstick and Accuracy improves when the engine has been off for at least of the vehicle and seek a service checking a cold engine prior to 15 minutes, add 1 L (1 qt) of the...
Vehicle Care Engine Oil Additives/Engine trash or pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or Oil Flushes bodies of water. Recycle it by taking Do not add anything to the oil. The it to a place that collects used oil. recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is Engine Oil Life System...
Vehicle Care the oil life system might indicate that engine oil life to 100% after every oil 3. Display the OIL LIFE an oil change is not necessary for change. It will not reset itself. To REMAINING on the DIC. If the up to a year.
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Vehicle Care dealer service department and have How to Check Automatic three seconds in each range. it repaired before driving the vehicle Then, move the shift lever back Transmission Fluid further. to P (Park). Caution 4. Allow the engine to idle (500 Caution 800 rpm) for at least Too much or too little fluid can...
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Vehicle Care Cold Check Procedure 2. Flip the handle up, then pull out 6. Perform a hot check at the first the dipstick and wipe it with a opportunity after the Use this procedure only as a clean rag or paper towel. transmission reaches a normal reference to determine if the operating temperature between...
Vehicle Care Consistency of Readings Always check the fluid level at least twice using the procedure described previously. Consistency (repeatable readings) is important to maintaining proper fluid level. If readings are still 1. Locate the transmission inconsistent, contact the dealer. 5.
Vehicle Care When to Inspect the Engine Air To inspect or replace the engine air Caution cleaner/filter: Cleaner/Filter Use of the incorrect automatic For intervals on changing and transmission fluid may damage inspecting the engine air cleaner/ filter, see Maintenance the vehicle, and the damage may Schedule 0 364.
Vehicle Care 4. Remove the four screws (1) on 3. Engine Cooling Fan Caution top of the cover of the housing and lift up the cover. Warning If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt 5. Remove the engine air cleaner/ can easily get into the engine, An electric engine cooling fan can filter from the housing.
Vehicle Care What to Use Gives boiling protection up to Caution 129 °C (265 °F), engine temperature. Warning Using coolant other than Protects against rust and ® DEX-COOL can cause Adding only plain water or some corrosion. premature engine, heater core, other liquid to the cooling system or radiator corrosion.
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Vehicle Care streams, or bodies of water. Have Caution the coolant changed by an authorized service center, familiar This vehicle has a specific with legal requirements regarding coolant fill procedure. Failure to used coolant disposal. This will help follow this procedure could cause protect the environment and your the engine to overheat and be health.
Vehicle Care By this time, the coolant level In addition, there are ENGINE inside the coolant surge tank OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE, may be lower. If the level is ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE lower, add more of the proper ENGINE, and ENGINE POWER IS mixture to the coolant surge REDUCED messages in the Driver tank until the level reaches the...
Vehicle Care If Steam is Coming from the message, along with a low coolant If the engine coolant temperature condition, can indicate a serious gauge is no longer in the overheat Engine Compartment problem. zone or an overheat warning no longer displays, the vehicle can be Warning If there is an engine overheat...
Vehicle Care or operation of the air conditioning Adding Washer Fluid Caution system, the fans may change to The vehicle has a low washer fluid high speed and an increase in fan message on the DIC that comes on Do not use washer fluid that noise may be heard.
Vehicle Care Replacing Brake System Parts Caution (Continued) Caution Always replace brake system parts with new, approved replacement freezing occurs, which could Continuing to drive with worn-out parts. If this is not done, the brakes damage the tank if it is brake pads could result in costly may not work properly.
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Vehicle Care There are only two reasons why the Warning brake fluid level in the reservoir may go down: If too much brake fluid is added, it Normal brake lining wear. When can spill on the engine and burn, new linings are installed, the if the engine is hot enough.
Vehicle Care Warning Warning The wrong or contaminated brake Batteries have acid that can burn fluid could result in damage to the you and gas that can explode. brake system. This could result in You can be hurt badly if you are the loss of braking leading to a not careful.
Vehicle Care Four-Wheel Drive If the level is below the bottom of How to Check Lubricant the fill plug (1) hole, located on the To get an accurate reading, the Transfer Case transfer case, some lubricant will vehicle should be on a level need to be added.
Vehicle Care When the differential is at level, it may appear lower than The proper level is 1.0 mm to operating temperature (warm), normal because fluid has traveled 19.0 mm (0.04 in to 0.7 in) below add enough lubricant to raise the out along the axle tubes and has the bottom of the fill hole, located on level to the bottom of the fill...
Vehicle Care Do not use the accelerator 2. Apply the parking brake. Be Park Brake and P (Park) pedal, and be ready to turn off ready to apply the regular Mechanism Check the engine immediately if it brake immediately if the vehicle starts.
Vehicle Care To check the P (Park) warranty. Do not allow the mechanism's holding ability: wiper blade arm to touch the With the engine running, shift to windshield. P (Park). Then release the 5. Reverse Steps 1 3 for wiper parking brake followed by the blade replacement.
Vehicle Care 2. Push the release lever (2) to Driver Assistance Systems Headlamp Aiming disengage the hook and push When a windshield replacement is Headlamp aim has been preset and the wiper arm (1) out of the needed and the vehicle is equipped should need no further adjustment.
Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) Lighting For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Warning Bulbs 0 310. For any bulb-changing procedure The High Intensity Discharge not listed in this section, contact (HID) lighting system operates at your dealer.
Vehicle Care 3. Turn the bulb socket 2. Disconnect the electrical Taillamps, Turn Signal, counterclockwise to remove it connector from the fog lamp Stoplamps, and Back-Up from the headlamp assembly bulb assembly by pressing the Lamps and pull it straight out. connector release.
Vehicle Care 9. Reinstall the taillamp cover by snapping it into place. Back-Up Lamps To replace a back-up bulb: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate 0 42. 2. Remove the taillamp closeout 3. Remove the two screws from cover from the lamp assembly the taillamp assembly.
Vehicle Care License Plate Lamp Yukon/Yukon XL Shown, Tahoe/ 3. Remove the two screws from Suburban Similar the taillamp assembly. Passenger Side Shown, Driver 5. Turn the bulb socket 4. Pull the taillamp assembly Side Similar counterclockwise to remove it straight back to remove.
Vehicle Care 1. Bulb Socket Replacement Bulbs Electrical System 2. Bulb Exterior Lamp Bulb 3. Lamp Assembly Electrical System Number To replace one of these bulbs: Overload Back-up Lamp w16w 1. Push the lamp assembly (3) The vehicle has fuses to protect Fog Lamp PSX26W toward the center of the...
Vehicle Care Windshield Wipers Fuses of the same amperage can Caution be temporarily borrowed from If the wiper motor overheats due to another fuse location, if a fuse goes heavy snow or ice, the windshield Spilling liquid on any electrical out.
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Vehicle Care Item Usage Item Usage Item Usage Suspension ALC exhaust Right trailer leveling solenoid stoplamp/Turn compressor signal lamp Integrated chassis 4WD transfer case control module Left trailer electronic control stoplamp/turn Real time signal lamp dampening Trailer parking Fuel pump power lamps module Right parking...
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Vehicle Care Item Usage Item Usage Item Usage O2 sensor B Engine control Throttle control module ignition Engine control Miscellaneous module relay ignition spare Horn Transmission Fog lamps Euro trailer ignition High-beam A/C control RC upfitter 1 and 2 headlamps VBAT upfitter 1 and 2 Upfitter 1...
Vehicle Care Item Usage Item Usage Right cooling fan Instrument Panel Fuse Aeroshutter Block (Left) Police upfitter Starter relay Front windshield washer Rear window washer Left cooling fan The left instrument panel fuse block Fuel pump prime access door is on the driver side edge of the instrument panel.
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Vehicle Care Item Usage Accessory power outlet 1 Retained accessory power APO/BATT Universal garage door opener/Interior rearview mirror SEO/Retained accessory power Body control module 3 Body control module 5 Steering wheel control backlighting The vehicle may not be equipped Item Usage Discrete logic ignition with all of the fuses, relays, and...
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Vehicle Care Item Usage Item Usage Item Usage Mirror window module SEO/Automatic level Left heated, cooled, control or ventilated seat (if Body control module 1 equipped) Park enable/Electric Front bolster (if adjustable pedal (if equipped) equipped) Accessory power Miscellaneous/RC outlet 2 Heated steering wheel HVAC/Ignition Steering column...
Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Right) The right instrument panel fuse block access door is on the passenger side edge of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block. The vehicle may not be equipped Item Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and...
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Vehicle Care Item Usage Item Usage Item Usage Sunroof Body control module 2 Accessory power A/C Inverter outlet 4 Infotainment/Airbag Glove box /RF window switch/ Right door window Rain sensor motor Obstacle Front blower detection/USB Body control module 6 Radio Steering wheel Body control module 7 controls...
Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Item Usage Warning (Continued) Rear fog lamp (if Tires Underinflated tires pose equipped) the same danger as Every new GM vehicle has Rear fog lamp (if overloaded tires. The equipped) high-quality tires made by a resulting crash could leading tire manufacturer.
Vehicle Care All-Season Tires traction on snow and ice-covered Warning (Continued) roads. Consider installing winter This vehicle may come with tires on the vehicle if frequent Replace any tires that all-season tires. These tires are driving on ice or snow covered have been damaged by designed to provide good overall roads is expected.
Vehicle Care tires with a lower speed rating are Caution (Continued) Caution chosen, never exceed the tire's maximum speed capability. damage. Keep tires set to the Neither tire underinflation nor correct inflation pressure and overinflation is good. Low-Profile Tires when possible, avoid contact with Underinflated tires, or tires If the vehicle has P285/50R20 or curbs, potholes, and other road...
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Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading Do not forget the spare tire, inflation pressure is high, press Information label on the vehicle if the vehicle has one. See on the metal stem in the center indicates the original equipment Full-Size Spare Tire 0 345 for of the tire valve to release air.
Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor tire inflation pressure label, you Warning (Continued) should determine the proper tire System inflation pressure for those tires.) you or others could be killed. As an added safety feature, your Some high-speed rated tires Caution vehicle has been equipped with a require inflation pressure tire pressure monitoring system...
Vehicle Care not reached the level to trigger alternate tires and wheels allow the When a low tire pressure condition illumination of the TPMS low tire TPMS to continue to function is detected, the TPMS illuminates pressure telltale. properly. the low tire pressure warning light located on the instrument cluster.
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Vehicle Care could be an early indicator that the should go off after the road tire Caution (Continued) air pressure is getting low and is replaced and the sensor needs to be inflated to the proper matching process is performed vehicle warranty.
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Vehicle Care could prevent the TPMS from message should go off at the next Settings menu. See Driver functioning properly. See Buying ignition cycle. The sensors are Information Center (DIC) (Base New Tires 0 331. matched to the tire/wheel positions, Level) 0 152 or Driver using a TPMS relearn tool, in the Information Center (DIC)
Vehicle Care The horn sounds twice to matching process is no longer The tread or sidewall is signal the receiver is in relearn active. The TIRE LEARNING cracked, cut, or snagged mode and the TIRE ACTIVE message on the DIC deep enough to show cord or LEARNING ACTIVE message display screen goes off.
Vehicle Care unusual wear continues after the the tires have been rotated. See Lightly coat the center of the rotation, check the wheel Tire Pressure 0 323 and Vehicle wheel hub with wheel bearing alignment. See When It Is Time Load Limits 0 212.
Vehicle Care Treadwear indicators are one way to Vehicle Storage GM strongly recommends tell when it is time for new tires. buying tires with the same TPC Tires age when stored normally Treadwear indicators appear when Spec rating. mounted on a parked vehicle. Park the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) a vehicle that will be stored for at GM's exclusive TPC Spec...
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Vehicle Care If proper rotation and Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) maintenance have been done, all four tires should wear out at frequently driving the vehicle at road tires and wheels, so it is about the same time. See Tire high speeds and/or for prolonged all right to drive on it.
Vehicle Care tire's maximum speed capability Different Size Tires and Warning (Continued) when using winter tires with a Wheels lower speed rating. developed for the vehicle, and If wheels or tires are installed that have them properly installed by a If the vehicle tires must be are a different size than the original GM certified technician.
Vehicle Care road, the tires and wheels may need Used Replacement Wheels Warning to be rebalanced. See your dealer for proper diagnosis. Warning Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel Wheel Replacement Replacing a wheel with a used nuts can be dangerous.
Vehicle Care If a front tire fails, the flat tire Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) creates a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off vehicle parts. The area damaged necessary. Use chains that are the accelerator pedal and grip the by the tire chains could cause the proper size for the tires.
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Vehicle Care if possible. Turn on the hazard Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) warning flashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers 0 186. severely underinflated or flat. 5. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle. Have your dealer or an authorized Warning tire service center repair or 6.
Vehicle Care The following information explains 1. Jack Knob Pull the tool bag toward the how to use the jack and change front of the vehicle and lift the 2. Wing Nut Retaining the a tire. rear portion of the bag upward Wheel Blocks to remove it.
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Vehicle Care 1. Jack 8. Hoist Shaft Access Hole 2. Wheel Blocks 9. Spare Tire (Valve Stem Pointed Down) 3. Jack Handle 10. Tire/Wheel Retainer 4. Jack Handle Extensions 11. Hoist Cable 5. Wheel Wrench 1. Open the hoist shaft access To access the spare tire, refer to the door (3) on the bumper to following graphics and instructions:...
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Vehicle Care 4. Insert the open end of the 6. Use the wheel wrench hook to Removing the Flat Tire and extension (7) through the hole pull the hoist cable closer to Installing the Spare Tire in the rear bumper (8) (hoist assist in reaching the 1.
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Vehicle Care one jack handle extension. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extension. Attach the jack handle to the jack. Position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire where the frame sections overlap. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle.
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Vehicle Care both jack handle Warning extensions (3). Attach the wheel wrench (4) to the jack Raising the vehicle with the jack handle extensions (3). Attach improperly positioned can the jack handle (2) to the damage the vehicle and even jack (1).
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Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) towel can be used; however, use using accessory locking wheel a scraper or wire brush later to nuts. See Capacities and remove all rust or dirt. Specifications 0 376 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications.
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Vehicle Care For center caps, line up the tab Store the tire under the rear of the Caution on the center cap with the slot in vehicle in the spare tire carrier. the wheel. The cap only goes in Refer to the following graphics and Storing an aluminum wheel with a one way.
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Vehicle Care 11. Hoist Cable 3. Assemble the two jack handle extensions (4) and wheel 1. Put the tire (9) on the ground at wrench (5). the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down, and to the rear. 2.
Vehicle Care 2. Assemble the wheel blocks Have the damaged or flat road tire Caution and jack together with the repaired or replaced and installed wing nut. back onto the vehicle as soon as If the vehicle has four-wheel drive possible so the spare tire will be 3.
Vehicle Care Jump Starting This is located on the Caution passenger side, in the rear of For more information about the the engine compartment. Ignoring these steps could result vehicle battery, see Battery 0 300. 3. Get the vehicles close enough in costly damage to the vehicle If the vehicle's battery (or batteries) so the jumper cables can...
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Vehicle Care uncover the positive (+) Caution Warning (Continued) terminal, open the red plastic cover. If any accessories are left on or Battery fluid contains acid that For more information on the plugged in during the jump can burn you. Do not get it on location of the remote starting procedure, they could be you.
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Vehicle Care will go to a heavy, unpainted 8. Do not let the other end touch engine and supports the metal engine part or to a metal. Connect it to the resonator, on the vehicle with remote negative ( ) terminal if positive (+) terminal of the the dead battery.
Vehicle Care Jumper Cable Removal Towing the Vehicle dinghy and dolly towing. Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all Reverse the sequence exactly when four wheels on the ground. Dolly removing the jumper cables. Caution towing is towing the vehicle with two After starting the disabled vehicle wheels on the ground and two Incorrectly towing a disabled...
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Vehicle Care Dinghy Towing Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles To dinghy tow: 1. Position the vehicle being Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles towed behind the tow vehicle, facing forward and on a level surface. 2. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle. 3. Apply the parking brake and start the engine.
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Vehicle Care 10. Keep the ignition key in the to 2 . See Shifting out of Caution towed vehicle in ACC/ N (Neutral) under Four-Wheel ACCESSORY to prevent the Drive 0 232. See your dealer if Failure to disconnect the negative steering column from locking.
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Vehicle Care Dolly Towing Front Towing Dolly Towing Rear Towing Caution (Front Wheels Off the Ground) (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Towing a four-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, or even with only two of its wheels on the ground, will damage drivetrain components.
Vehicle Care This vehicle should not be towed 4. Put the transmission in Appearance Care with any wheels on the ground. P (Park). 5. Secure the vehicle to the dolly Exterior Care Dolly Towing Rear Towing following the manufacturer's (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) Locks instructions.
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Vehicle Care have the damage assessed and Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) repaired. Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice your dealer. Follow all This could cause damage that melting agents, road oil and tar, tree manufacturer directions regarding would not be covered by the sap, bird droppings, chemicals from correct product usage, necessary...
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Vehicle Care Be sure the molding is cool to Lamp covers are made of plastic, Caution (Continued) the touch before applying any and some have a UV protective cleaning solution. coating. Do not clean or wipe them may damage it. Use only when dry.
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Vehicle Care Replace the wiper blades if they are Caution Caution (Continued) worn or damaged. Damage can be caused by extreme dusty Using wax on low gloss black or tires. When applying a tire conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, finish stripes can increase the dressing, always wipe off any snow, and ice.
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Vehicle Care Steering, Suspension, and Body Component Lubrication Caution Chassis Components Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood hinges, liftgate hinges, steel To avoid surface damage, do not Visually inspect steering, fuel door hinge and power assist use strong soaps, chemicals, suspension, and chassis step hinges, unless the components components for damaged, loose,...
Vehicle Care Sheet Metal Damage Interior Care To prevent damage, do not clean the interior using the following If the vehicle is damaged and To prevent dirt particle abrasions, cleaners or techniques: requires sheet metal repair or regularly clean the vehicle's interior. Never use a razor or any other replacement, make sure the body Immediately remove any soils.
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Vehicle Care Interior Glass When lightly soiled, wipe with a 3. Start on the outside edge of the sponge or soft, lint-free cloth soil and gently rub toward the To clean, use a terry cloth fabric dampened with water. center. Fold the cleaning cloth dampened with water.
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Vehicle Care Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Instrument Panel, Leather, Caution (Continued) and Vehicle Information and Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, Radio Displays Low Gloss Paint Surfaces, and the appearance and feel of Natural Open Pore Wood leather or soft trim, and are not Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss Surfaces recommended.
Vehicle Care Cargo Cover and Floor Mats Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is not equipped with a Convenience Net floor mat retainer on the driver Warning Wash with warm water and mild side floor. detergent. Do not use chlorine If a floor mat is the wrong size or Use the floor mat with the bleach.
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Vehicle Care Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snapping into position. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured in place. Verify the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals.
Service and Maintenance Service and General Information changes and tire rotations and additional maintenance items like Maintenance Your vehicle is an important tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper investment. This section describes blades. the required maintenance for the vehicle. Follow this schedule to help General Information Caution protect against major repair...
Service and Maintenance frequent checks and services. The Used for taxi, police, or delivery Maintenance Additional Required Services - service. Schedule Normal Service are for vehicles that: Refer to the information in Carry passengers and cargo Additional Required Services - Owner Checks and Services within recommended limits on Severe Service.
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Service and Maintenance a year and the oil life system must reset oil life system. See Engine Visually inspect steering, be reset. Your trained dealer Oil 0 284 and Engine Oil Life suspension, and chassis technician can perform this work. System 0 286.
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Service and Maintenance Check ignition transmission lock. Additional Required Services Every 40 000 km/25,000 mi See Ignition Transmission Lock Normal Service Replace brake fluid (or every Check 0 303. three years, whichever occurs Every 20 000 km/12,500 mi Check parking brake and first).
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Service and Maintenance Every 240 000 km/150,000 mi High use commercial vehicles frequent intervals. For further such as courier delivery assistance in determining the Drain and fill engine cooling vehicles, private security patrol most suitable service system. Or every five years, vehicles or any vehicles that maintenance intervals for your whichever comes first.
Service and Maintenance output seals. High pressure Special Application Additional water can overcome the seals Services Maintenance and Care and contaminate the fluid. Contaminated fluid will decrease Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important the life of the transfer case and/ Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly or drive axles and should be...
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Service and Maintenance To avoid break-down or failure to Trained dealer technicians have Lamps start the vehicle, maintain a access to tools and equipment Properly working headlamps, battery with full cranking power. to inspect the brakes and taillamps, and brake lamps are recommend quality parts Trained dealer technicians have important to see and be seen on...
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Service and Maintenance of leaking, blown seals, information on how to clean and Wiper Blades or damage, and can advise protect the vehicle s interior and Wiper blades need to be cleaned when service is needed. exterior, see Interior Care 0 358 and and kept in good condition to Exterior Care 0 353.
Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® Automatic Transmission (6-Speed DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Transmission) ®...
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Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Key Lock Cylinders, Rear Leaf Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241). Springs, Tailgate Handle Pivot Points, Hood, Door, Fuel Door, and Liftgate Hinges, Latch Bolt, and Linkage Rear Axle SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 19300457). Rear Driveline Center Spline, Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No.
Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 22845992 A3181C Oil Filter 19330000 PF63E Passenger Compartment Air Filter 23281440 CF188 Spark Plugs...
Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label Vehicle Identification This label, on the inside of the glove Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) box, has the following information: Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ....375 Number (VIN).
Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 371 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.
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Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Horsepower Torque Spark Plug Gap 5.3L V8 283 kW@5600 rpm @4100 rpm 0.95 1.10mm (0.037 (380 hp@5600 rpm) (416 lb ft@4100 rpm) 0.043 in) Vehicle Top Speed Top Speed Metric English Suburban and Yukon XL Two-Wheel Drive with 3.42 Axle 167 km/h 104 mph All Utility Models (except Suburban and Yukon XL Two-Wheel...
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Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing...
Customer Information Customer Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders Recording and Information This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near The vehicle has a number of Vehicle Data Recording and crash-like situations, such as an computers that record information...
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Customer Information These data can help provide a GM will not access these data or better understanding of the share it with others except: with the circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, injuries occur. if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee;...
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