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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ..... . 2 Keys, Doors, and Windows ..9 Seats and Restraints ... 52 Storage .

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Attention: Customer Service specific information on this engine. to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, the 47911 Halyard Drive Refer to the purchase GMC Truck Emblem, SIERRA, and Plymouth, MI 48170...
  • Page 4 Introduction Danger, Warning, and Vehicle Symbol Chart Caution Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle Warning messages found on vehicle and what they mean. See the labels and in this manual describe features in this manual for hazards and what to do to avoid or information.
  • Page 5 Introduction : Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly Installed : Lane Change Alert : Lane Departure Warning : Lane Keep Assist : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : Oil Pressure : Park Assist : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator : Power : Rear Cross Traffic Alert : Registered Technician : Remote Vehicle Start : Seat Belt Reminders...
  • Page 6 Introduction Instrument Panel Overview...
  • Page 7 Introduction 1. Tow/Haul Mode (On Some 9. Climate Control Systems 0 177 DC/AC Switch. See Power Models). See Driver Mode (If Equipped). Outlets 0 121. Control 0 238. Dual Automatic Climate Control Lane Departure Warning Automatic Transfer Case System 0 179 (If Equipped). (LDW) (2500/3500 Series) Control (If Equipped).
  • Page 8 Introduction 16. Trailer Brake Control Panel (If 22. Cruise Control 0 243. Equipped). See Integrated Adaptive Cruise Control (1500 Trailer Brake Control System Series) 0 245 (If Equipped). under Towing Equipment Forward Collision Alert (FCA) 0 296. System 0 268 (If Equipped). 17.
  • Page 9 Introduction NOTES...

  • Page 10: Keys, Doors, And Windows

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Steering Column Lock ..37 Keys and Locks Immobilizer ....37 Windows Immobilizer Operation .
  • Page 11 Keys, Doors, and Windows reduce the risk of unintentionally Warning (Continued) moving the key out of the RUN position. Do not add any additional impacted, and airbags may not items to the ring attached to the deploy. To reduce the risk of ignition key.
  • Page 12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming with Two Programming without Recognized Keys Recognized Keys To program a new key: Program a new key to the vehicle when a recognized key is not 1. Insert the original, already available. Canadian regulations programmed key in the ignition require that owners see their dealer.

  • Page 13: Keys (Keyless Access)

    Keys, Doors, and Windows learned and all previously With an active OnStar or connected known keys will no longer work service plan, an OnStar Advisor with the vehicle. may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview 0 476. 6. To learn a second key, turn the ignition off, insert the second Keys (Keyless Access) key to be learned, and turn the...

  • Page 14: System

    Keys, Doors, and Windows If equipped with memory seats, RKE Remote Keyless Entry transmitters 1 and 2 are linked to (RKE) System Operation seating positions of memory 1 or 2. (Key Access) See Memory Seats 0 58. The RKE transmitter functions may Remote Keyless Entry work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from (RKE) System...
  • Page 15 Keys, Doors, and Windows least four seconds. The engine may may come on and stay on for Press and hold for more than be started from outside the vehicle 20 seconds or until the ignition is three seconds to activate the panic using the RKE transmitter.
  • Page 16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Battery Replacement Replace the battery in the Caution transmitter soon if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY Warning When replacing the battery, do displays in the Driver Information not touch any of the circuitry on Center (DIC). Never allow children to play with the transmitter.

  • Page 17: Access)

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle entry when the transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). See Keyless Access Operation later in this section. The RKE transmitter functions may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
  • Page 18 Keys, Doors, and Windows interior lamps may come on and chirps when is pressed again stay on for 20 seconds or until the within three seconds. See Vehicle ignition is turned on. Personalization 0 156. If enabled, the turn signal lamps If the driver door is open when flash twice to indicate unlocking has pressed, all doors will lock and then...
  • Page 19 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Access can be : Press and release to initiate programmed to unlock all doors on vehicle locator. The turn signal the first lock/unlock press from the lamps flash and the horn sounds driver door. Keyless Unlocking can three times.
  • Page 20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Unlocking/Locking from times quickly to indicate access is If passive locking is enabled, the the Passenger Doors disabled. Using any exterior handle doors may lock with the RKE to unlock the doors or open the transmitter inside the vehicle.
  • Page 21 Keys, Doors, and Windows times after all doors are closed. To so that lost or stolen transmitters no turn on or off see Vehicle longer work. Each vehicle can have Personalization 0 156. up to eight transmitters matched to it. Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert Programming with Recognized If the vehicle is on with a door open...
  • Page 22 Keys, Doors, and Windows When all additional transmitters The DIC displays REMOTE are programmed, press and LEARN PENDING, hold ENGINE START/STOP for PLEASE WAIT. approximately 12 seconds to 3. Wait for 10 minutes until the exit programming mode. DIC displays PRESS ENGINE 7.
  • Page 23 Keys, Doors, and Windows When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold ENGINE START/STOP for approximately 12 seconds to exit programming mode. 8. Return the key back into the transmitter. Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery If the transmitter battery is weak or if there is interference with the signal, Transmitter Pocket without Bucket Transmitter Pocket with Bucket...
  • Page 24 Keys, Doors, and Windows To start the vehicle: Battery Replacement Warning Never allow children to play with the RKE transmitter. The transmitter contains a small battery, which can be a choking hazard. If swallowed, internal burns can occur, resulting in severe injury or death.
  • Page 25 Keys, Doors, and Windows Replace the battery in the Caution transmitter soon if the DIC displays REPLACE BATTERY IN When replacing the battery, do REMOTE KEY. not touch any of the circuitry on To replace the battery: the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter.

  • Page 26: Remote Vehicle Start

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Lift the battery with a flat Laws in some communities may The engine will turn off during a object. restrict the use of remote starters. remote vehicle start if: Check local regulations for any 4. Remove the battery. The coolant temperature gets requirements on remote starting of too high.

  • Page 27: Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows The engine will continue to run Turn on the hazard warning Warning (Continued) for 15 minutes. After flashers. 30 seconds, repeat Turn the ignition on and then off. Young children who get into Steps 1 and 2 for a 15-minute unlocked vehicles may be time extension.

  • Page 28: Power Door Locks

    Keys, Doors, and Windows From inside, use the power door Power Door Locks When is pressed on the power locks or the manual door locks. To door lock switch while the door is lock the door with the manual door open, a chime will sound three locks, push down on the manual times indicating delayed locking is...

  • Page 29: Lockout Protection

    Keys, Doors, and Windows removed from the brake or the has not reduced, the driver door will vehicle speed becomes faster than unlock and the horn will chirp three 13 km/h (8 mph). times. To unlock the doors: Lockout Protection can be manually overridden with the driver door open Press on the power door lock...

  • Page 30: Doors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows To open a rear door when the safety Doors After closing the tailgate, pull it back lock is on: to be sure it is latched securely. 1. Unlock the door by activating Tailgate Some tailgates have an electric the inside handle, by pressing latch.
  • Page 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows In the case of a dead battery, the Press the touch pad on the tailgate can be opened manually. tailgate handle after unlocking all Contact your dealer or Roadside doors. Use the top of the tailgate Assistance.
  • Page 32 Keys, Doors, and Windows To open the primary tailgate: Caution To avoid damage to the tailgate, make sure the area behind the tailgate is clear before opening it. If equipped with this feature, the vehicle must be in P (Park). Press on the center stack.
  • Page 33 Keys, Doors, and Windows Tailgate Step Caution Warning Do not open the inner tailgate with the primary tailgate open if To avoid personal injury, keep there is a hitch ball or trailer hands away from the hinges attached. This may damage the when operating the tailgate step.
  • Page 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows The assist handle helps with entering the pickup box. To use: 1. Lift up on the handle until it locks in the open position. 2. To return the assist handle, pull the release lever toward the ball end of the handle and push the handle back to the closed position.

  • Page 35: Power Assist Steps

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Assist Steps Warning To avoid personal injury or property damage, before entering or exiting the vehicle, be sure the power assist step is fully extended. Do not step on the power assist step while it is moving.
  • Page 36 Keys, Doors, and Windows same side to complete the motion. Center Stack Switch Press again to return to If the obstruction is not cleared, the normal operation. assist steps remain extended. Enable/Disable Slight movement of the steps while To enable or disable the power extended is normal.

  • Page 37: Vehicle Security

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Vehicle Security Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. the lights will flash to indicate A door or the hood is open. pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not This vehicle has theft-deterrent started, or the door is not unlocked Slow Flash : Alarm system is features;...

  • Page 38: Steering Column Lock

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Always unlock a door with the The Driver Information Center (DIC) to unbind the column lock. If this RKE transmitter. may display one of these does not unlock the steering messages: column, turn the vehicle off and Unlocking the driver door with open the driver door to reset the the key will not disarm the...
  • Page 39 Keys, Doors, and Windows The system does not have to be If the vehicle will not change ignition It is possible for the immobilizer manually armed or disarmed. modes (ACC/ACCESSORY, on, off), system to learn new or replacement and the RKE transmitter appears to RKE transmitters.

  • Page 40: Exterior Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows service. If the vehicle does start, the Exterior Mirrors Trailer-Tow Mirrors first key may be faulty. See your The upper portion of both the driver dealer. It is possible for the Convex Mirrors and passenger mirrors is flat. immobilizer system to learn new or The lower portion of both the driver replacement keys.

  • Page 41: Trailer-Tow Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Trailer-Tow Mirrors Manual Extend : If equipped, grasp the mirror housing firmly and pull back in one motion, arching slightly toward the rear of the vehicle. Extending Mirrors Trailer tow mirrors can extend out for better visibility when towing a To return the mirror to its original trailer.

  • Page 42: Power Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows If a popping noise from the mirror is Power Mirrors heard, this sound is normal as the manual detents are aligning after a manual extend/retract operation has occurred. Auxiliary Cargo Mirror Lamps If equipped, cargo mirror lamps face rearward to provide more light on the sides of the vehicle, if needed.

  • Page 43: Folding Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Turn Signal Indicator Folding Mirrors If equipped with power folding mirrors: If equipped, the mirror has turn Manual Folding Mirrors signal indicator lights, which flash in 1. Press to fold the mirrors in If equipped, push the mirror toward the direction of the turn or lane to the folded position.

  • Page 44: Heated Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Mirror Folding Automatic Dimming Driving with the Blind Spot Mirror Mirror If equipped, press and hold the RKE transmitter for If equipped, the driver outside mirror approximately one second to automatically adjusts for the glare of remotely fold the exterior mirrors.

  • Page 45: Reverse Tilt Mirrors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows 1. When the approaching vehicle mirror for a vehicle in the blind Interior Mirrors is a long distance away, the zone. Then, glance over your image in the main mirror is shoulder to double check Interior Rearview Mirrors small and near the inboard before moving slowly into the edge of the mirror.

  • Page 46: Rear Camera Mirror

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Rear Camera Mirror If equipped, this automatic dimming mirror provides a wide angle camera view of the area behind the vehicle. Brightness Press to scroll through the adjustment options. Press to adjust the settings using the indicators on the mirror.
  • Page 47 Keys, Doors, and Windows Troubleshooting Warning The Rear Camera Mirror (RCM) has a limited view. Portions of the road, vehicles, and other objects may not be seen. Do not drive or park the vehicle using only this camera. Objects may appear closer than they are.

  • Page 48: Windows

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are the camera lens. Clean the lens designed to improve fuel economy with a soft damp cloth. performance. This may result in a Warning pulsing sound when either rear The camera s mounting on the window is down and the front vehicle has been damaged, and/...
  • Page 49 Keys, Doors, and Windows The windows may be temporarily Windows Express Movement Warning (Continued) disabled if they are used repeatedly All windows can be opened without within a short time. holding the window switch. Press prevent operation of the windows. Window Lockout the switch down fully and quickly See Keys (Key Access) 0 9 or...

  • Page 50: Rear Windows

    Keys, Doors, and Windows Extreme cold or ice could cause the Programming the Power Rear Windows window to auto-reverse. The Windows Power Sliding Rear Window window will operate normally after Programming may be necessary if the object or condition is removed. the vehicle battery has been Automatic Reversal System disconnected or discharged.

  • Page 51: Sun Visors

    Keys, Doors, and Windows The power sliding rear window Roof Slide Switch cannot be operated manually. Express-Open/Express-Close : To Sunroof express-open the sunroof, Sun Visors fully press and release (1). Press and release (1) again to stop the movement. To express-close the sunroof, fully press and release (1).
  • Page 52 Keys, Doors, and Windows The sunroof also has a sunshade, Dirt and debris may collect on the which can be pulled forward to block sunroof seal or in the track. This sun rays. The sunshade must be could cause an issue with sunroof opened and closed manually.

  • Page 53: Seats And Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Seats and Seat Belt Care ....70 Replacing LATCH System Replacing Seat Belt System Parts After a Crash ..104 Restraints Parts after a Crash .

  • Page 54: Head Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.

  • Page 55: Front Seats

    Seats and Restraints Center Headrest Front Seats The vehicle s rear seat may be equipped with a headrest in the Seat Adjustment center seating position that cannot be adjusted. Warning If you are installing a child restraint You can lose control of the in the rear seat, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH vehicle if you try to adjust a driver...

  • Page 56: Center Seat

    Seats and Restraints To adjust a manual seat: Power Seat Adjustment 1. Pull the handle at the front of the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the handle. 3. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place.

  • Page 57: Lumbar Adjustment

    Seats and Restraints To adjust the lumbar support, see To adjust the lumbar support, Warning (Continued) Lumbar Adjustment 0 56. if equipped: Some vehicles are equipped with a Press and hold the control For proper protection when the feature that activates a vibrating forward to increase or rearward vehicle is in motion, have the pulse alert in the driver seat to help...
  • Page 58 Seats and Restraints Manual Reclining Seatbacks To adjust a manual seatback: Power Reclining Seatbacks 1. Lift the lever. Warning The seatback will automatically fold forward. If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden 2. To recline, move the seatback rearward to the desired stop or crash.

  • Page 59: Memory Seats

    Seats and Restraints Memory Seats Vehicle Personalization Settings 2, or (Exit) until two beeps sound. To manually recall these To have the Seat Entry Memory movement begin when the positions, press and hold 1, 2, or vehicle is started, select the until the saved position is reached.
  • Page 60 Seats and Restraints 2. Start the vehicle with another 4. Immediately press and hold the Manually Recalling Memory key or RKE transmitter. The 1 or 2 memory button matching Positions DIC should display the driver the above DIC welcome Press and hold 1, 2, or to recall number for the other RKE message until two beeps...

  • Page 61: Heated And Ventilated Front

    Seats and Restraints memory button number 1 or 2 are (1 or 2) may not match the memory Power mirror, with the driver or automatically recalled when the button number that positions were passenger side mirror selected vehicle is turned on, or turned from saved to.
  • Page 62 Seats and Restraints stack to turn auto heated seats off. Press to heat the driver or Warning (Continued) If the passenger seat is unoccupied, passenger seat cushion and the auto heated seats feature will seatback. overheat. An overheated seat not activate that seat. The auto heater may cause a burn or may Press to ventilate the driver...

  • Page 63: Rear Seats

    Seats and Restraints The heated and ventilated seats Rear Seats the vehicle through the rear door and heated steering wheel may and left the vehicle without the cancel when the vehicle is started. vehicle being shut off. Rear Seat Reminder These features can be manually The feature can be turned on or off.

  • Page 64: Heated Rear Seats

    Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) sure that the seat belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted. Heated Rear Seats Warning If you cannot feel temperature If available, the buttons are on the To fold the seat, slowly pull the seat change or pain to the skin, the rear of the center console.

  • Page 65: Seat Belts

    Seats and Restraints This feature turns on at the highest Seat Belts Warning (Continued) setting. With each press of the This section describes how to use button, the heated seat changes to passengers to ride in any area of seat belts properly, and some things the next lower setting, and then the the vehicle that is not equipped not to do.

  • Page 66: How To Wear Seat Belts

    Seats and Restraints When riding in a vehicle, you travel Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why It is very important for all occupants as fast as the vehicle does. If the should I have to wear seat to buckle up. Statistics show that vehicle stops suddenly, you keep belts? unbelted people are hurt more often...
  • Page 67 Seats and Restraints this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest.

  • Page 68: Lap-Shoulder Belt

    Seats and Restraints Warning The seat belt can be pinched if it is routed under plastic trim on the seat, such as trim around the rear seatback folding handle or side airbag. In a crash, pinched seat belts might not be able to provide adequate protection.
  • Page 69 Seats and Restraints feature stays engaged after If the webbing locks in the latch letting the belt go back to plate before it reaches the stowed position on the seat, buckle, tilt the latch plate flat to move the seat rearward or unlock.

  • Page 70: Seat Belt Use During

    Seats and Restraints To unlatch the belt, push the button activation are met. Seat belt Comfort guides are available on the buckle. The belt should pretensioners can also help tighten through your dealer for the rear return to its stowed position. the seat belts in a side crash or outboard seating positions.

  • Page 71: Seat Belt Extender

    Seats and Restraints A pregnant woman should wear a information on the proper use and fit Make sure the seat belt reminder lap-shoulder belt, and the lap of seat belt extenders see the light is working. See Seat Belt portion should be worn as low as instruction sheet that comes with Reminders 0 135.

  • Page 72: Replacing Seat Belt System Parts After A Crash

    Seats and Restraints Airbag System Warning Warning (Continued) The vehicle has the following Do not bleach or dye seat belt have them inspected and any airbags: webbing. It may severely weaken necessary replacements made as A frontal airbag for the driver the webbing.
  • Page 73 Seats and Restraints For frontal airbags, the word Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) AIRBAG is on the center of the steering wheel for the driver and on airbags. Airbags are designed to airbag when it inflates can be the instrument panel for the front work with seat belts, not replace seriously injured or killed.

  • Page 74: Where Are The Airbags

    Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? Warning Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Always secure children properly in the vehicle. To read how, see Older Children 0 84 or Infants and Young Children 0 86.
  • Page 75 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering.

  • Page 76: When Should An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag It depends on what is hit, the A seat-mounted side impact airbag direction of the impact, and how is designed to inflate on the side of Inflate? quickly the vehicle slows down. the vehicle that is struck. This vehicle is equipped with Frontal airbags may inflate at Roof-rail airbags are designed to...

  • Page 77: How Does An Airbag

    Seats and Restraints airbag causing the bag to break out full or partial ejection in rollover be some smoke and dust coming of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, events, although no system can from the vents in the deflated and related hardware are all part of prevent all such ejections.

  • Page 78: Passenger Sensing System

    Seats and Restraints The vehicle has a feature that may The vehicle has a crash sensing Warning (Continued) automatically unlock the doors, turn and diagnostic module which on the interior lamps and hazard records information after a moderate crash, there may be warning flashers, and shut off the crash.
  • Page 79 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system Warning (Continued) works with sensors that are part of the front outboard passenger seat airbag inflates. This is because and seat belt. The sensors are the back of the rear-facing child designed to detect the presence of restraint would be very close to a properly seated occupant and the inflating airbag.
  • Page 80 Seats and Restraints When the passenger sensing wear a seat belt properly whether Warning (Continued) system has turned off the front or not there is an airbag for that outboard passenger frontal airbag, person. secure child restraints in the rear the OFF indicator will light and stay seat.
  • Page 81 Seats and Restraints 2. Remove the child restraint from 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an the vehicle. restraint and restarting the Adult-Sized Occupant vehicle, the ON indicator is still 3. Remove any additional items lit, turn the vehicle off.
  • Page 82 Seats and Restraints 2. Remove any additional material A thick layer of additional material, Warning from the seat, such as such as a blanket or cushion, blankets, cushions, seat or aftermarket equipment such as If the front outboard passenger covers, seat heaters, or seat seat covers, seat heaters, and seat airbag is turned off for an massagers.

  • Page 83: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped

    Seats and Restraints Front seats, including stitching, Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) seams, or zippers Seat belts seatback may interfere with the are close to an airbag when it proper operation of the passenger inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. Steering wheel, instrument sensing system.

  • Page 84: Airbag System Check

    Seats and Restraints of the seat fabric, could also If the vehicle must be modified Caution (Continued) interfere with the operation of the because you have a disability and passenger sensing system. This have questions about whether the covering and/or airbag module could either prevent proper modifications will affect the vehicle's replaced.

  • Page 85: Child Restraints

    Seats and Restraints If an airbag inflates, you will need to Child Restraints Sit all the way back on the seat. replace airbag system parts. See Do the knees bend at the seat your dealer for service. edge? If yes, continue. If no, Older Children return to the booster seat.
  • Page 86 Seats and Restraints Q: What is the proper way to Warning Warning wear seat belts? A: An older child should wear a Never allow more than one child Never allow a child to wear the lap-shoulder belt and get the to wear the same seat belt.

  • Page 87: Infants And Young Children

    Seats and Restraints appropriate child restraints. Neither Warning the vehicle's seat belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Children can be seriously injured Children who are not restrained or strangled if a shoulder belt is properly can strike other people, wrapped around their neck.
  • Page 88 Seats and Restraints For each type of child restraint, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the child restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards.

  • Page 89: Child Restraint Systems

    Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Warning A young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle seat belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen.
  • Page 90 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the following: Restraint in the Vehicle 1. Instruction labels provided on Warning the child restraint 2. Instruction manual provided A child can be seriously injured or with the child restraint killed in a crash if the child 3.

  • Page 91: Where To Put The Restraint

    Seats and Restraints inspection station. For CPST Never put a rear-facing child Warning (Continued) availability in Canada, check with restraint in the front. This is because Transport Canada or the Provincial the risk to the rear-facing child is so Secure rear-facing child restraints Ministry of Transportation office.

  • Page 92: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch System)

    Seats and Restraints If the vehicle does not have a rear Wherever a child restraint is In order to use the LATCH system in seat that will accommodate a installed, be sure to follow the your vehicle, you need a child rear-facing child restraint, a instructions that came with the child restraint that has LATCH...
  • Page 93 Seats and Restraints When installing a child restraint with a top tether, you must also use either the lower anchors or the seat belts to properly secure the child restraint. A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether.
  • Page 94 Seats and Restraints Recommended Methods for Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use Only Approved Attachment Methods Shown with an X Weight of the LATCH Lower Seat Belt Only LATCH Lower Seat Belt and Child + Child Anchors Only Anchors and Top Top Tether Restraint Tether Anchor...
  • Page 95 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached.
  • Page 96 Seats and Restraints lower anchors has two labels near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. For regular cab models, there are top tether anchor symbols to assist Regular Cab Three-Passenger Double and Crew Cab Rear Seat you in locating the top tether anchors.
  • Page 97 Seats and Restraints Regular Cab Driver Side Anchor and Loop Center Anchor and Loop (Double (Double and Crew Cab) and Crew Cab) For regular cab models, the top tether anchors are on the back panel behind the passenger seat(s) or center seat. Be sure to use an anchor directly behind the seating position where the child restraint will be placed.
  • Page 98 Seats and Restraints that the top tether be attached, or if Warning the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether Do not attach more than one child must be attached. restraint to a single anchor, According to accident statistics, except for the center top tether children and infants are safer when...
  • Page 99 Seats and Restraints belts and a top tether. See Warning (Continued) Caution Securing Child Restraints (In the Center Front Seat) 0 107 or Do not let the LATCH The shoulder belt locks when it is Securing Child Restraints (With attachments rub against the pulled all the way out of the the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) vehicle s seat belts.
  • Page 100 Seats and Restraints and route the tether Double and Crew Cab Models under the head restraint 1. Attach and tighten the lower and in between the head attachments to the lower restraint posts. anchors. If the child restraint 2. Make sure the child restraint does not have lower top tether hook is completely attachments or the desired...
  • Page 101 Seats and Restraints LATCH anchor weight limits described at the beginning of this section, and the following steps: Rear Driver Side Position 2.1.2. For first time use, remove and 2.1. For a top tether in the discard the rubber rear driver side position: band from the top 2.1.1.
  • Page 102 Seats and Restraints 2.1.5. Make sure the 2.2.2. Route the top child restraint top tether (3) through tether hook is the loop (2). completely closed 2.2.3. Attach the top and secured to the tether (3) to the top tether anchor. passenger side of the center top tether metal...
  • Page 103 Seats and Restraints 2.3. For a top tether in the 3. Tighten the top tether per the rear center position: child restraint manufacturer's instructions. 2.3.1. Remove the driver side head restraint When the top tether is properly and center tightened, the loop may bend. headrest.
  • Page 104 Seats and Restraints Head Restraint or Headrest 2. Store the head restraint or To reinstall the head restraint or headrest in a secure place. headrest: Removal and Reinstallation 3. When the child restraint is The second row outboard head removed, reinstall the head restraints or center headrest can be restraint or headrest before the removed if they interfere with the...

  • Page 105: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash

    Seats and Restraints Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have Parts After a Crash (With the Seat Belt in the a top tether, and that the tether be Rear Seat) attached. Warning When securing a child restraint with If the child restraint or vehicle seat...
  • Page 106 Seats and Restraints 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle seat belt through or around the child restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the 6.
  • Page 107 Seats and Restraints 7. For forward-facing child Reinstallation under Lower Anchors 3. Push the latch plate into the restraints, attach and tighten and Tethers for Children (LATCH buckle until it clicks. the top tether to the top tether System) 0 91 for additional Position the release button on anchor (loop).

  • Page 108: Securing Child Restraints (In The Center Front Seat)

    Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top may be removed. See your dealer tether, follow the child restraint for assistance with removal, and manufacturer's instructions store the removed head restraint in regarding the use of the top a secure place.

  • Page 109: Securing Child Restraints (With The Seat Belt In The Front Outboard Seat)

    Seats and Restraints Do not use child restraints in the Warning Warning (Continued) center front seat position. A child in a rear-facing child forward-facing child restraint in Securing Child Restraints restraint can be seriously injured the front outboard passenger (With the Seat Belt in the or killed if the front outboard seat, always move the seat as far Front Outboard Seat)
  • Page 110 Seats and Restraints the instructions that come with the lit when you start the vehicle. child restraint say that the top tether See Passenger Airbag Status must be anchored. Indicator 0 136. In Canada, the law requires that 2. Put the child restraint on forward-facing child restraints have the seat.
  • Page 111 Seats and Restraints 7. If the vehicle does not have a rear seat and the child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether anchor, attach the top tether to the top tether anchor. Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and to Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 91.
  • Page 112 Seats and Restraints If a child restraint has been installed and the ON indicator is lit, see If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint under Passenger Sensing System 0 77. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and let it return to the stowed position.

  • Page 113: Storage

    Storage Storage Storage To access the lower glove box, unlock with the key and pull down Compartments on the handle. Storage Compartments Cupholders Warning Storage Compartments ..112 Glove Box ....112 Front Do not store heavy or sharp Cupholders .

  • Page 114: Underseat Storage

    Storage Underseat Storage Rear Storage Center Console Storage Bench Seat There may be storage under the There may be storage in the rear Pull the strap on the side of the rear passenger seat. Lift up on the seat. Pull the tab to access. center seatback to access the seat bench to access.

  • Page 115: Floor Console Storage

    Storage Floor Console Storage Bench Seat Bucket Seat If equipped with storage, press the Press the latch and lift to open. latch and lift to open. If equipped with front center seat storage, unlock with the ignition key, press the latch, and lift to open.

  • Page 116: Additional Storage Features

    Storage Additional Storage Any of the 12 locations inside the Accessory Tie-Downs truck bed can be used. The Features maximum load per corner is 227 kg (500 lb). Cargo Tie-Downs CarbonPro Box Caution The truck bed walls will collapse if the tie-downs are overloaded.
  • Page 117 Storage To remove: 1. Remove the tie-down loop completely by turning counterclockwise while holding the backing plate against the truck bed wall. 2. Pull the backing plate away from the truck bed wall until a click is heard. This locks the toggle into position on the toggle guide.

  • Page 118: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Instruments and Voltmeter Gauge ... . . 134 Electronic Stability Control Seat Belt Reminders ..135 (ESC) Off Light ....143 Controls Airbag Readiness Light .

  • Page 119: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Controls Tilt and Telescoping Wheel Universal Remote System ..161 Universal Remote System Steering Wheel Programming ....161 Adjustment Universal Remote System Operation .

  • Page 120: Steering Wheel Controls

    Instruments and Controls Steering Wheel Controls Remote Start Heated Steering The windshield wiper control is on Wheel the turn signal lever. The infotainment system can be If equipped with remote start, the The windshield wipers are controlled operated by using the steering heated steering wheel will turn on by turning the band with on it.

  • Page 121: Compass

    Instruments and Controls depending on how long the Compass Warning windshield washer had been The vehicle may have a compass activated. See Washer Fluid 0 354 Before driving the vehicle, always display on the Driver Information for information on filling the clear snow and ice from the hood, Center (DIC).

  • Page 122: Power Outlets

    Instruments and Controls Power Outlets When adding electrical equipment, Warning be sure to follow the proper Accessory power outlets can be installation instructions included with Power is always supplied to the used to plug in electrical equipment, the equipment. See Add-On outlets.

  • Page 123: Wireless Charging

    Instruments and Controls When the ignition is on, power is If equipment is connected using supplied to the outlets after the DC/ more than 400 watts or a system AC switch is pressed. A green fault is detected, a protection circuit indicator light on the DC/AC switch shuts off the power supply and the indicates when the DC/AC operation...
  • Page 124 Instruments and Controls charges one Qi compatible The operating temperature is 20 °C smartphone. The power output of ( 4 °F) to 60 °C (140 °F) for the the system is capable of charging at charging system and 0 °C (32 °F) to a rate up to 3 amp (19.5 W) as 35 °C (95 °F) for the smartphone.
  • Page 125 Instruments and Controls the charging performance. See The smartphone may become opensource@lge.com. This offer is your dealer for additional warm during charging. This is valid for three (3) years from the information. normal. In warmer date on which you purchased the temperatures, the speed of product.

  • Page 126: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators

    Instruments and Controls THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS Warning Lights, BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER Gauges, and AND CONTRIBUTORS "AS IS" CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN Indicators WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED...

  • Page 127: Instrument Cluster

    Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster 1500 Series Base Cluster English Shown, 2500/3500 Series and Metric Similar...
  • Page 128 Instruments and Controls Midlevel Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar...
  • Page 129 Instruments and Controls 1500 Series Uplevel Cluster English Standard Shown, 2500/3500 Series and Metric Similar...
  • Page 130 Instruments and Controls Cluster Menu (Midlevel and Home Fuel Range : Displays the approximate distance the vehicle Uplevel) Info App. This is where the can be driven without refueling. The selected Driver Information There is an interactive display area fuel range estimate is based on an Center (DIC) displays can be in the center of the instrument average of the vehicle s fuel...

  • Page 131: Speedometer

    Instruments and Controls Phone Speed Limit Style: Press the Speed Warning : The Speed thumbwheel while Speed Limit Style Warning display allows the driver to In the Phone menu, if there is no is highlighted to change the speed set a speed that they do not want to active phone call, view recent calls, sign style.

  • Page 132: Odometer

    Instruments and Controls Odometer For vehicles with the Stop/Start Fuel Gauge system, when the ignition is on, the The odometer shows how far the tachometer indicates the vehicle vehicle has been driven, in either status. When pointing to AUTO kilometers or miles. The odometer STOP, the engine is off but the displays on the Speed page of the vehicle is on and can move.

  • Page 133: Engine Oil Pressure

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

  • Page 134: Engine Coolant Temperature

    Instruments and Controls Information Center (DIC) message Engine Coolant indicates oil pressure outside the Temperature Gauge normal operating range, check the vehicle's oil as soon as possible. See Engine Oil 0 339. Caution Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine.

  • Page 135: Voltmeter Gauge

    Instruments and Controls Voltmeter Gauge The voltmeter gauge may also read lower when in fuel economy mode. This is normal. Readings outside the normal operating range can also occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left idling for an extended period.

  • Page 136: Seat Belt Reminders

    Instruments and Controls Seat Belt Reminders Passenger Seat Belt Reminder The front passenger seat belt reminder light and chime may turn Light Driver Seat Belt Reminder on if an object is put on the seat There may be a passenger seat belt Light such as a briefcase, handbag, reminder light near the passenger...

  • Page 137: Passenger Airbag Status

    Instruments and Controls The airbag readiness light comes on safety information. The overhead If the word ON or the on symbol is for several seconds when the console has a passenger airbag lit on the passenger airbag status vehicle is started. If the light does status indicator.

  • Page 138: Charging System Light

    Instruments and Controls When this light comes on, or is Warning (Continued) flashing, the Driver Information Center (DIC) also displays a away. See Airbag Readiness message. Light 0 135 for more information, If a short distance must be driven including important safety with the light on, be sure to turn off information.
  • Page 139 Instruments and Controls If towing a trailer, reduce the evaporate into the atmosphere. Caution amount of cargo being hauled as A few driving trips with the soon as possible. adapter removed may turn off Modifications to the engine, the light. If the light continues to flash, find a transmission, exhaust, intake, safe place to park.

  • Page 140: Brake System Warning

    Instruments and Controls before the system is ready for If the light comes on while driving, inspection. This can happen if pull off the road and stop carefully. the 12-volt battery has recently If equipped with electric brake been replaced or run down, or if boost, vehicle speed may be limited the vehicle has been recently when the brake system warning...

  • Page 141: Electric Parking Brake

    Instruments and Controls Electric Parking Brake Service Electric Parking Antilock Brake System Light Brake Light (ABS) Warning Light Metric English This light should come on briefly This warning light should come on This light comes on when the when starting the vehicle. If it does briefly when the vehicle is turned parking brake is applied.

  • Page 142: Four-Wheel-Drive Light

    Instruments and Controls If both the ABS warning light and If the light turns amber, there may If equipped, the Hill Descent Control the brake system warning light are be a malfunction with the light comes on when the system is on, ABS is not functioning and there four-wheel-drive system.

  • Page 143: Lane Keep Assist (Lka) Light

    Instruments and Controls See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) LKA will not assist or alert if the turn Pedestrian Ahead (2500/3500 Series) 0 276. signal is active in the direction of Indicator lane departure, or if LKA detects Lane Keep Assist (LKA) that you are accelerating, braking, or actively steering.

  • Page 144: Traction Control System (Tcs)

    Instruments and Controls dealer. If the system is working If equipped, the Electronic Stability This light will flash when Trailer normally, the indicator light then Control (ESC) or TCS indicator/ Sway Control is active. See Trailer turns off. warning light comes on briefly when Sway Control (TSC) 0 308.

  • Page 145: Engine Coolant Temperature

    Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on when the Temperature Warning engine has overheated. Light If this happens, pull over and turn off the engine as soon as possible. See Engine Overheating 0 351. This light comes on when Terrain Driver Mode Control Light Mode is selected (1500 Series).

  • Page 146: Engine Oil Pressure Light (Uplevel Cluster)

    Instruments and Controls For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Engine Oil Pressure Light This light should come on briefly as Monitor System (TPMS), this light the engine is started. If it does not (Uplevel Cluster) comes on briefly when the engine is come on, have the vehicle serviced started.

  • Page 147: Security Light

    Instruments and Controls Security Light This light comes on when the The light goes out when the fog high-beam headlamps are in use. lamps are turned off. See Fog See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Lamps 0 170. Changer 0 167. Lamps On Reminder IntelliBeam Light The security light should come on briefly as the engine is started.

  • Page 148: Door Ajar Light

    Instruments and Controls For vehicles with cruise control, the Information Displays Air Filter Life cruise control light is white when the Brake Pad Life cruise control is on and ready, and Driver Information Center turns green when the cruise control Digital Speedometer (DIC) (Base Level) is set and active.

  • Page 149: Driver Information Center (Dic) (Midlevel And Uplevel)

    Instruments and Controls recent driving history and the system monitoring the oil life, When the REPLACE SOON amount of fuel remaining in the fuel additional maintenance is message displays, the engine air tank. Fuel range cannot be reset. recommended. See Maintenance filter should be replaced at the Schedule 0 441.
  • Page 150 Instruments and Controls If the vehicle has a diesel engine, 1. Press to scroll to the settings by pressing and holding see the Duramax diesel Options application. on the left steering wheel controls supplement. and the thumbwheel on the right 2.
  • Page 151 Instruments and Controls was reset. This number reflects only Press the thumbwheel while this Tire Pressure : Shows the the approximate average fuel display is active to reset the timer. approximate pressures of all four economy that the vehicle has right tires.
  • Page 152 Instruments and Controls The Air Filter Life display must be Engine Hours (Hourmeter) : Off Road : Displays vehicle pitch reset after the engine air filter Shows the total number of hours the and roll information, road wheel replacement. To reset, see Engine engine has run.

  • Page 153: Head-Up Display (Hud)

    Instruments and Controls Head-Up Display (HUD) Caution Warning If you try to use the HUD image as a parking aid, you may If the HUD image is too bright or misjudge the distance and too high in your field of view, it damage your vehicle.
  • Page 154 Instruments and Controls Some vehicle messages or alerts HUD Rotation: Press the : Press to select the display displayed in the HUD may be thumbwheel while Adjust Rotation is view. Each press will change the cleared by using the steering wheel highlighted to enter Adjust Mode.
  • Page 155 Instruments and Controls Driver assistance graphics show Navigation Turn-by-Turn Alerts your vehicle, vehicle ahead, gap shown in the instrument cluster may setting, and lane status information. also be displayed in any HUD view. In addition to driver assistance graphics, pedestrian advisory and trailer sway indicators will be displayed.

  • Page 156: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and Controls Clean the HUD lens with a soft cloth Vehicle Messages Vehicle Security sprayed with glass cleaner. Wipe Brakes Messages displayed on the Driver the lens gently, then dry it. Steering Information Center (DIC) indicate HUD Troubleshooting the status of the vehicle or some Ride Control Systems action that may be needed to Check that:...

  • Page 157: Vehicle Speed Messages

    Instruments and Controls in performance, proceed to your Vehicle The menu may contain the destination. The performance may following: Personalization be reduced the next time the vehicle Rear Seat Reminder is driven. The vehicle may be driven The following are all possible while this message is on, but This allows for a chime and a vehicle personalization features.
  • Page 158 Instruments and Controls Touch Off or On. Touch Beeps or Safety Alert Seat. ahead of you starts moving again. See Adaptive Cruise Control (1500 Auto Rear Defog Forward Collision System Series) 0 245. This setting automatically turns the This setting controls the vehicle Touch Off or On.
  • Page 159 Instruments and Controls Rear Cross Traffic Alert Touch Off, On - Driver and Exit Lighting Passenger, On - Driver, or On - This allows the Rear Cross Traffic This setting specifies how long the Passenger. Alert feature to be turned on or off. headlamps stay on after the vehicle See Assistance Systems for Parking is turned off and exited.
  • Page 160 Instruments and Controls Touch Off, All Doors, or Driver Door. Remote Lock Feedback cold days. See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 60 and This setting specifies how the Delayed Door Lock Remote Vehicle Start 0 25. vehicle responds when the vehicle This setting delays the locking of is locked with the RKE transmitter.
  • Page 161 Instruments and Controls Passive Door Lock Seat Entry Memory Side Trailer Camera This allows passive locking to be This feature automatically recalls This feature specifies if using the turned on or off and selects the previously stored 1 or 2 button turn signal during a lane change will feedback.
  • Page 162 Instruments and Controls To enable valet mode: Universal Remote instructions refer to a garage door opener, but can be used for other 1. Enter a four-digit code on the System devices. keypad. Do not use the Universal Remote See Radio Frequency Statement 2.
  • Page 163 Instruments and Controls Make sure the hand-held transmitter 2. At the same time, press and If the indicator light does has a new battery for quick and hold both the hand-held not come on or the garage accurate transmission of the transmitter button and one of door does not move, a radio-frequency signal.
  • Page 164 Instruments and Controls press and hold the same This may not be long enough for the button a second time for Universal Remote system to pick up two seconds, then release it. the signal during programming. Again, if the door does not If the programming did not work, move or the garage door lamp replace Step 2 under Programming...
  • Page 165 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Operation Button Using the Universal Remote To reprogram any of the system System buttons: Press and hold the appropriate 1. Press and hold any one of the Universal Remote system button for buttons.

  • Page 166: Lighting

    Lighting Lighting Lighting Features Exterior Lighting Entry Lighting ....173 Exit Lighting ....173 Exterior Lamp Controls Battery Load Management .
  • Page 167 Lighting For vehicles first sold in Canada, off turned on while the vehicle is off, Turning On and Enabling will only work when the vehicle is in the headlamps will stay on for IntelliBeam P (Park). 10 minutes before turning off to prevent the battery from being AUTO : Automatically turns on the drained.

  • Page 168: Exterior Lamps Off

    Lighting Keep this area of the windshield reactivated. See Headlamp The vehicle is loaded such that clear of debris to allow for best High/Low-Beam Changer 0 167 the front end points upward, system performance. causing the light sensor to aim Flash-to-Pass 0 168.

  • Page 169: Flash-To-Pass

    Lighting instrument cluster will come on. When it begins to get dark, the Release the lever to return to automatic headlamp system normal operation. switches from DRL to the headlamps. Daytime Running To turn off the DRL, turn the exterior Lamps (DRL) lamp control to and then release.

  • Page 170: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Lighting cluster may not be as bright as Hazard Warning Flashers usual. Make sure the instrument panel illumination control is in the full bright position. See Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 172. When it is bright enough outside, the headlamps will turn off or may change to DRL.

  • Page 171: Turn And Lane-Change

    Lighting Turn and Lane-Change The lever returns to its starting Fog Lamps position whenever it is released. Signals If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or do not come on, a signal bulb could be burned out.

  • Page 172: Task Lighting

    Lighting When the headlamps are changed While the vehicle is parked, Exterior Cargo Lamps to high beam, the fog lamps also go press to select one of the off. When the high-beam headlamps following options: are turned off, the fog lamps will Left and Right Task Lights come on again.

  • Page 173: Interior Lighting

    Lighting If the vehicle is in P (Park), Interior Lighting Dome Lamps R (Reverse), or N (Neutral) the Cargo Lamp Switch causes the Instrument Panel lights to cycle through the following Illumination Control states for each button press: - Initial Press: - CHMSL/Cargo Bed Lights - On - Cargo Mirror Lights - On - Cargo Switch Indicator (if...

  • Page 174: Reading Lamps

    Lighting ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome Lighting Features lamps on manually. Press again to turn the dome lamps off. Entry Lighting Reading Lamps Some exterior lamps and the interior lamps turn on briefly at night, or in There are reading lamps on the areas with limited lighting, when overhead console and over the rear is pressed on the Remote Keyless...

  • Page 175: Battery Load Management

    Lighting The exterior lamps and dome lamp moving up or down. This is normal. Normally, these actions occur in remain on for a set amount of time, If there is a problem, an alert will be steps or levels, without being then automatically turn off.
  • Page 176 Lighting timer, turn the exterior lamp control to the position and then back to position. To keep the lamps on for more than 10 minutes, the ignition must be on or in ACC/ACCESSORY.

  • Page 177: Infotainment System

    Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction System Infotainment See the infotainment manual for Introduction information on the radio, audio players, phone, navigation system, Infotainment ....176 and voice or speech recognition.

  • Page 178: Climate Controls

    Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this Climate Control Systems system. Climate Control Systems ..177 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ... . . 179 Air Vents Air Vents .
  • Page 179 Climate Controls Air Delivery Mode Controls : the control is pressed again, the Rear Window Defogger system returns to the previous mode Press , or to change the REAR : If equipped, press to setting and fan speed. direction of the airflow. Any turn the rear window defogger on or For best results, clear all snow and off.
  • Page 180 Climate Controls Climate Control Display Dual Automatic Climate Control System The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this system. 1. Driver and Passenger Temperature Settings 2. Fan Control 1. Driver and Passenger 6. Recirculation 3. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls Temperature Controls 7.
  • Page 181 Climate Controls The fan, air delivery mode, air Automatic Operation The recirculation light will not come conditioning, driver and passenger on when automatically controlled. The system automatically controls temperatures, and Sync settings under Manual Operation the fan speed, air delivery, air can be controlled by touching for more details.
  • Page 182 Climate Controls or passenger side temperature Avoid using recirculation for long : Air is directed to the a/c outlets. display shows the temperature periods of time in cold or damp : Air is directed to the floor setting increasing or decreasing. conditions.
  • Page 183 Climate Controls Sensors Air Vents Caution Use the sliding knobs on the center Using a razor blade or sharp and side air vents to change the object to clear the inside rear direction of the airflow. window can damage the rear Air vents blow warm air on the side window defogger.
  • Page 184 Climate Controls Clear snow off the hood to Maintenance 1. Open the lower glove box door improve visibility and help completely. decrease moisture drawn into Passenger Compartment the vehicle. Air Filter Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help The filter reduces the dust, pollen, circulate the air inside of the and other airborne irritants from...
  • Page 185 Climate Controls 4. Pull lever on left side of the During service, all refrigerants filter door and slide left, then should be reclaimed with proper remove the door. Remove the equipment. Venting refrigerants old filter. directly to the atmosphere is harmful to the environment and may also 5.

  • Page 186: Driving And Operating

    Driving and Operating Driving and Ignition Positions (Key Brake Assist ....234 Access) ..... 210 Hill Start Assist (HSA) .

  • Page 187: Driving Information

    Driving and Operating Lane Change Alert (LCA) ..274 Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . . 308 Driving Information Lane Departure Warning Trailering App ....310 (LDW) (2500/3500 Driving for Better Fuel Conversions and Add-Ons...

  • Page 188: Distracted Driving

    Driving and Operating Combine several trips into a Do not use a phone in Avoid stressful conversations single trip. demanding driving situations. while driving, whether with a Use a hands-free method to passenger or on a cell phone. Replace the vehicle's tires with place or receive necessary the same TPC Spec number phone calls.

  • Page 189: Drunk Driving

    Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle If the engine ever stops or a brake between you and the driver in fault occurs, the brakes may lose Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. power assist. More effort will be are important factors in helping to required to stop the vehicle.
  • Page 190 Driving and Operating If the steering wheel is turned until it (2500/3500 Series - Double Cab/ reaches the end of its travel, and is Crew Cab with Digital Steer Assist) held in that position for an extended period of time, power steering assist The vehicle has a Digital Steer may be reduced.

  • Page 191: Off-Road Recovery

    Driving and Operating Holding both sides of the 1. Ease off the accelerator and Caution steering wheel allows you to turn then, if there is nothing in the 180 degrees without removing way, steer the vehicle so that it Do not hold the steering wheel at a hand.

  • Page 192: Off-Road Driving

    Driving and Operating Defensive drivers avoid most skids Try to avoid sudden steering, Warning by taking reasonable care suited to acceleration, or braking, existing conditions, and by not including reducing vehicle speed When driving off-road, bouncing overdriving those conditions. But by shifting to a lower gear.
  • Page 193 Driving and Operating To gain more ground clearance if Environmental Concerns Warning (Continued) needed, it may be necessary to Always use established trails, remove the front fascia lower air roads, and areas that have been passengers can be struck dam, if equipped. However, driving by flying objects.
  • Page 194 Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) Warning Warning (Continued) cause a rollover. You could be Driving to the top of a hill at high transfer case overrides the injured or killed. Do not drive on speed can cause a crash. There transmission.
  • Page 195 Driving and Operating 2. Shift into P (Park) and then 3. If the vehicle cannot be Warning (Continued) restart the engine. restarted after stalling, set the parking brake, shift into If driving uphill when the descending a hill and use a low P (Park), and turn the vehicle stalls, shift to gear to keep vehicle speed under...
  • Page 196 Driving and Operating Hidden obstacles can make the Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, Warning (Continued) steepness of the incline more or Ice severe. If a rock is driven across Use a low gear when driving in mud you and your passengers could with the uphill wheels, or if the the deeper the mud, the lower drown.

  • Page 197: Driving On Wet Roads

    Driving and Operating After operation in mud or sand, Caution Warning have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can Do not drive through standing Wet brakes can cause crashes. cause glazing and uneven braking. water if it is deep enough to cover They might not work as well in a Check the body structure, driveline, the wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust...

  • Page 198: Hill And Mountain Roads

    Driving and Operating wet enough and you are going fast Keep the vehicle serviced and in Warning (Continued) enough. When the vehicle is good shape. hydroplaning, it has little or no Check all fluid levels and brakes, loss of steering assist. Always contact with the road.
  • Page 199 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. If the vehicle is stuck in snow: Stop the vehicle in a safe place and For Slippery Road Driving: Clear snow from the base of signal for help.

  • Page 200: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    Driving and Operating If it takes time for help to arrive, Turn the steering wheel left and Warning when running the engine, push the right to clear the area around the accelerator pedal slightly so the front wheels. Then make sure the If the vehicle's tires spin at high engine runs faster than the idle wheels are pointed straight ahead.

  • Page 201: Vehicle Load Limits

    Driving and Operating Recovery Hooks Caution Warning Warning Do not load the vehicle any Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle. The vehicle could be heavier than the Gross Never pull on recovery hooks damaged, and the repairs would Vehicle Weight Rating from the side.
  • Page 202 Driving and Operating Tire and Loading Information tires (3) and the recommended Determine the combined Label cold tire inflation pressures (4). weight of the driver and For more information on tires passengers that will be and inflation see Tires 0 379 riding in your vehicle.
  • Page 203 Driving and Operating exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
  • Page 204 Driving and Operating of the driver, passengers, and includes the weight of the cargo should never exceed the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and vehicle's capacity weight. cargo. The Certification/Tire label also Certification/Tire Label may show the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
  • Page 205 Driving and Operating There is also important loading Warning Warning information for off-road driving in this manual. See Loading the In the case of a sudden stop Things you put inside the Vehicle for Off-Road Driving or collision, things carried in vehicle can strike and injure under Off-Road Driving 0 191.
  • Page 206 Driving and Operating well. The center of gravity height Loading Points Caution must not extend above the top of the pickup box flareboard. Overloading the vehicle may cause damage. Repairs would not Any load that extends beyond be covered by the vehicle the vehicle's taillamp area must warranty.

  • Page 207: Truck-Camper Loading

    Driving and Operating equipment. See www.gmupfitter.com When carrying a slide-in for additional pickup box load camper, the total cargo load of bearing structural information. the vehicle is the weight of the camper plus: Truck-Camper Loading Everything added to the Information camper after it left the A vehicle-specific Truck-Camper factory.
  • Page 208 Driving and Operating exceed the truck's cargo weight gross axle weight ratings rating, and the camper's center (GAWR). The total axle loads of gravity (1) should fall within should not exceed the vehicle's gross vehicle weight rating the truck's recommended center of gravity zone (2) when (GVWR).

  • Page 209: Starting And Operating

    Driving and Operating Starting and Ignition Positions Caution (Continued) (Keyless Access) Operating Avoid making hard stops for New Vehicle Break-In the first 322 km (200 mi) or so. During this time the new Caution brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with The vehicle does not need an new linings can mean elaborate break-in.
  • Page 210 Driving and Operating to the Keyless Access system. See If the vehicle is in P (Park), the power assist in the brake and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ignition will turn off, and Retained steering systems and disable the System Operation (Key Access) Accessory Power (RAP) will remain airbags.

  • Page 211: Ignition Positions

    Driving and Operating 5. Set the parking brake. See the brake pedal applied, pressing Ignition Positions (Key Electric Parking Brake 0 233. ENGINE START/STOP button once Access) will turn the ignition on. Once engine cranking begins, release the button. Warning Engine cranking will continue until the engine starts.
  • Page 212 Driving and Operating 0 (Stopping the Engine/LOCK/ 4. Push the key all the way in Warning OFF) : This position turns off the toward the steering column, vehicle. It also locks the ignition, the then turn the key to Turning off the vehicle while transmission, and the steering LOCK/OFF.

  • Page 213: Starting The Engine

    Driving and Operating 5. Shift to P (Park). vehicle must be pushed or towed. If the key is left in ON/RUN with the See Retained Accessory Power engine off, the battery could drain 6. Push the key all the way in (RAP) 0 216.

  • Page 214: Stop/Start System

    Driving and Operating engine and transmission gently accelerator pedal all the way to Caution to allow the oil to warm up and the floor and holding it there lubricate all moving parts. while holding the key in START Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the or ENGINE START/STOP for When the low fuel warning light vehicle is moving.
  • Page 215 Driving and Operating Auto Stops may not occur and/or The driver door has been Warning Auto Starts may occur because: opened or the driver seat belt has been unbuckled. The climate control settings The automatic engine Stop/Start require the engine to be running The hood has been opened.

  • Page 216: Engine Heater

    Driving and Operating To Use the Engine Heater When is illuminated, the system is enabled. 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Check the heater cord for Engine Heater damage. If it is damaged, do If equipped, the engine heater can not use it.

  • Page 217: Retained Accessory

    Driving and Operating 5. Plug the cord into a grounded The length of time the heater should Warning (Continued) 110-volt AC outlet that is remain plugged in depends on protected by a ground fault several factors. Ask a dealer in the it overheat and cause a fire, detection function.

  • Page 218: Shifting Into Park

    Driving and Operating Shifting Into Park 1. Hold the brake pedal down, Leaving the Vehicle with the then set the parking brake. See Engine Running Electric Parking Brake 0 233. Warning Warning 2. Move the shift lever into the It can be dangerous to get out of P (Park) position by pulling the It can be dangerous to leave the the vehicle if the shift lever is not...

  • Page 219: Shifting Out Of Park

    Driving and Operating If you have to leave the vehicle with When you are ready to drive, move To shift out of P (Park): the engine running, be sure the the shift lever out of P (Park) before 1. Apply the brake pedal. vehicle is in P (Park) and the you release the parking brake.

  • Page 220: Parking Over Things

    Driving and Operating Parking over Things Dynamic Fuel Management The vehicle could turn off sooner if it is parked on a hill, due to lack of That Burn If equipped, Dynamic Fuel available fuel. Management calculates the number of cylinders needed to maximize The timer will reset if the vehicle is Warning fuel economy and meet the driving...

  • Page 221: Engine Exhaust

    Driving and Operating Engine Exhaust If the vehicle is left with the engine Warning (Continued) running, follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move. There are holes or openings Warning See Shifting Into Park 0 217 and in the vehicle body from Engine Exhaust 0 220.

  • Page 222: Automatic Transmission

    Driving and Operating Automatic When parked on a hill, especially Warning when the vehicle has a heavy load, Transmission you might notice an increase in the If equipped with four-wheel drive, effort to shift out of P (Park). See If equipped, there is an electronic the vehicle will be free to roll if the Torque Lock under Shifting Into shift lever position indicator within...
  • Page 223 Driving and Operating To rock the vehicle back and forth to D : This position is for normal Caution get out of snow, ice, or sand without driving. It provides the best fuel damaging the transmission, see If economy. If more power is needed Shifting out of P (Park) or the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 199.
  • Page 224 Driving and Operating The vehicle has a shift stabilization The transmission uses adaptive L : This position allows selection of feature that adjusts the transmission shift controls. The adaptive shift a range of gears appropriate for shifting to the current driving control process continually current driving conditions.

  • Page 225: Manual Mode

    Driving and Operating Manual Mode This number is the highest gear that the transmission will command while Range Selection Mode operating in L (Manual Mode). All gears below that number are available. As driving conditions change, the transmission can automatically shift to lower gears. For example, when L5 is selected, 1 (First) through 5 (Fifth) gears are automatically shifted by the...
  • Page 226 Driving and Operating 6-Speed Automatic Transmission Gear before shifting from D (Drive) to L (Manual Mode) Range after shifting from D (Drive) to L (Manual Mode) 8-Speed Automatic Transmission Gear before shifting from D (Drive) to L (Manual Mode) Range after shifting from D (Drive) to L (Manual Mode)
  • Page 227 Driving and Operating 10-Speed Automatic Transmission Gear before shifting from D (Drive) to 10th L (Manual Mode) Range after shifting from D (Drive) to L (Manual Mode) - Tow/Haul not engaged Range after shifting from D (Drive) to L (Manual Mode) - Tow/Haul engaged Grade Braking is not available when Low Traction Mode Caution...

  • Page 228: Tow/Haul Mode

    Driving and Operating Tow/Haul Mode If equipped, the Stop/Start system Drive Systems will become unavailable when Tow/ The Tow/Haul Mode adjusts the Haul Mode is active. Four-Wheel Drive transmission shift pattern to reduce Tow/Haul Mode Grade Braking shift cycling. This provides If equipped, four-wheel drive increased performance, vehicle Tow/Haul Mode Grade Braking is...
  • Page 229 Driving and Operating shift is in progress. The graphic Shifting into 4 will turn Traction Warning displayed will change to indicate the Control and StabiliTrak/Electronic setting requested. Stability Control (ESC) off. See If equipped with four-wheel drive, Traction Control/Electronic Stability When the shift is complete the the vehicle will be free to roll if the Control 0 235.
  • Page 230 Driving and Operating automatically based on driving The actual 4x4 shift request is only Shifting Into 4 conditions. This setting provides made after the button is released. 1. The ignition must be on and The 4x4 graphic will remain flashing slightly lower fuel economy than 2 .
  • Page 231 Driving and Operating If the transmission is not in If the transmission is not in Shifting Out of 4 N (Neutral) when shift request N (Neutral) when shift request 1. The vehicle must be stopped or occurs, a DIC message displays. occurs, DIC messages will display.
  • Page 232 Driving and Operating Shifting Into N (Neutral) Shifting Out of N (Neutral) Single Speed Transfer Case To shift into N (Neutral): To shift out of N (Neutral): 1. Start the vehicle. 1. Turn the ignition on with the engine off. See Ignition 2.

  • Page 233: Electric Brake Boost

    Driving and Operating cannot complete a shift request, it Brakes Shifts between 2 , 4 , and AUTO will go back to its last chosen Any of these shifts can be made at setting. Electric Brake Boost normal driving speed. The settings are: The actual 4x4 shift request is only Vehicles equipped with electric...

  • Page 234: Electric Parking Brake

    Driving and Operating may be heard while this test is going Using ABS off. To prevent draining the battery, on, and the brake pedal may move avoid repeated cycles of the EPB Do not pump the brakes. Just hold slightly. This is normal. when the engine is not running.

  • Page 235: Brake Assist

    Driving and Operating is only partially applied or there is a If the EPB fails to apply, block the Caution problem with the EPB. A DIC rear wheels to prevent vehicle message will display. Release the movement. Driving with the parking brake on EPB and try to apply it again.

  • Page 236: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)

    Driving and Operating pedal pulsation, and/or pedal When the vehicle is stopped on a Ride Control Systems movement during this time may grade, Hill Start Assist (HSA) occur. Continue to apply the brake prevents the vehicle from rolling in Traction Control/ pedal as the driving situation an unintended direction during the Electronic Stability...
  • Page 237 Driving and Operating intended path. Trailer Sway Control When the transfer case (if equipped) comes on and stays on to (TSC) is also on automatically when is in Four-Wheel Drive Low, the indicate that the system is inactive the vehicle is started. See Trailer stability system is automatically and is not assisting the driver in Sway Control (TSC) 0 308.

  • Page 238: Hill Descent Control (Hdc)

    Driving and Operating The button for TCS and StabiliTrak/ cluster, then release. The Hill Descent ESC is on the center stack. appropriate message will display in Control (HDC) the DIC. If equipped, Hill Descent Control Caution To turn TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC on (HDC) sets and maintains vehicle again, press and release .

  • Page 239: Driver Mode Control

    Driving and Operating If HDC is to be used for more than If this happens, HDC will require Mode availability is dependent upon three minutes or on grades steeper time to cool down. The length of vehicle trim level, region, and than 25%, the transfer case should time HDC remains active depends optional features.
  • Page 240 Driving and Operating When you enter this mode you will immediately feel a down shift. In this mode, the vehicle also monitors driving behaviors and automatically enables Performance Shift Features when spirited driving is detected. These features maintain lower transmission gears to increase available engine braking and improve acceleration response.
  • Page 241 Driving and Operating StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability In busy parking lots where Use when: Control (ESC), the Antilock Brake improved low speed control of Traveling on very rough roads at System (ABS), and the Traction the vehicle is desired very low speeds, such as a Control System (TCS) will change Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul two-track or heavily rutted road.
  • Page 242 Driving and Operating Active Braking During Lift Throttle: Terrain Mode Automatically applies light Drive Select Expected Vehicle Behavior Ideal Terrain braking, similar to heavy engine Minor deceleration when off Grassy fields, braking of four-wheel-drive low. throttle and mild ability to mild two tracks, Applies light braking in D (Drive) Drive (L3-Lx)

  • Page 243: Limited-Slip Differential

    Driving and Operating When the vehicle is in forward The vehicle will automatically exit Locking Rear Axle gear on a decline, the vehicle is the mode if the brakes get too hot. Vehicles with a locking rear axle can allowed to creep down the hill Terrain Mode can be turned back on give more traction on snow, mud, when the brake pedal is...

  • Page 244: Cruise Control

    Driving and Operating Cruise Control will automatically disengage. See : Press to turn cruise control on Traction Control/Electronic Stability or off. A white indicator comes on or Control 0 235. If a collision alert off in the instrument cluster. Warning occurs when cruise control is +RES : If there is a set speed in activated, cruise control is...
  • Page 245 Driving and Operating 3. Press and release SET . To increase vehicle speed in Passing Another Vehicle While small increments, press +RES Using Cruise Control 4. Remove your foot from the up briefly. For each press, the accelerator. Use the accelerator pedal to vehicle goes about 1 km/h increase the vehicle speed.

  • Page 246: Adaptive Cruise Control

    Driving and Operating It assists in maintaining driver Adaptive Cruise Control used, ACC can be turned back on. selected speed when driving on Disabling the TCS or StabiliTrak/ (1500 Series) downhill grades by using the engine ESC system will disengage and and transmission to slow the prevent engagement of ACC.
  • Page 247 Driving and Operating : Press to turn the system on or Warning Warning (Continued) off. The indicator turns white on the instrument cluster when ACC is On slippery roads where ACC will not detect or brake for turned on. fast changes in tire traction children, pedestrians, animals, can cause excessive RES+ : Press briefly to resume the...
  • Page 248 Driving and Operating The speedometer reading can be indicator will be lit on the instrument Setting Adaptive Cruise Control displayed in either English or metric cluster; the following gap will not is on when not in use, SET / units. See Instrument Cluster 0 126. display.
  • Page 249 Driving and Operating ACC can also be set while the A green ACC indicator and the set When the accelerator pedal is vehicle is stopped if ACC is on and speed display on the instrument pressed, ACC will not brake the brake pedal is applied.
  • Page 250 Driving and Operating Pressing RES+ when there is no To decrease the vehicle speed in When pressed, the current gap longer a vehicle ahead or the larger increments, hold SET . setting displays briefly on the vehicle ahead is pulling away While holding SET , the vehicle instrument cluster.
  • Page 251 Driving and Operating Alerting the Driver Approaching and Following a may feel or sound different than if Vehicle the brakes were applied manually. This is normal. Stationary or Very Slow-Moving Objects Warning With Head-Up Display ACC may not detect and react to The vehicle ahead indicator is in the stopped or slow-moving vehicles instrument cluster.
  • Page 252 Driving and Operating Irregular Objects Affecting ACC In some cases, when ACC is temporarily unavailable, regular ACC may have difficulty detecting cruise control may be used. See the following objects: Switching Between ACC and Vehicles in front of your vehicle Regular Cruise Control previously that have a rear aspect that is in this section.
  • Page 253 Driving and Operating If stopped for more than Curves in the Road Warning two minutes or if the driver door is opened and the driver seat belt is Warning Leaving the vehicle without unbuckled, the ACC automatically placing it in P (Park) can be applies the Electric Parking Brake On curves, ACC may not detect a dangerous.
  • Page 254 Driving and Operating Other Vehicle Lane Changes Warning (Continued) to use the brakes if necessary. Select an appropriate speed while driving in curves. ACC may operate differently in a sharp curve. It may reduce the vehicle speed if the curve is too ACC may detect a vehicle that is not in your lane and apply the sharp.
  • Page 255 Driving and Operating Driving in Narrow Lanes Lighting Conditions Affecting ACC Press Vehicles in adjacent traffic lanes or The ACC front camera can be Press roadside objects may be incorrectly affected by poor lighting conditions, detected when located along the and ACC may have limited Erasing Speed Memory roadway.

  • Page 256: Driver Assistance Systems

    Driving and Operating Subjected to strong light from The vehicle headlamps may need to Driver Assistance opposing lane traffic in the front be cleaned due to dirt, snow, or ice. Systems of the vehicle, such as Objects that are not illuminated high-beam headlamps from correctly may be difficult to detect.
  • Page 257 Driving and Operating Information Center (DIC) messages Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) may display when the systems are unavailable or blocked. Detect children, Complete attention is always pedestrians, bicyclists, required while driving, and you or animals. should be ready to take action and apply the brakes and/or steer Detect vehicles or objects the vehicle to avoid crashes.

  • Page 258: Assistance Systems For Parking Or Backing

    Driving and Operating Front and rear bumpers and the avoid objects. Always check around area below the bumpers the vehicle when parking or backing. Front grille and headlamps The RVC, RPA, and Surround Front camera lens in the front Vision will not work properly if the grille or near the front emblem tailgate is down.
  • Page 259 Driving and Operating Displayed images may be farther or Warning closer than they appear. The area displayed is limited and objects that The Surround Vision cameras are close to either corner of the have blind spots and will not bumper or under the bumper do not display all objects near the display.
  • Page 260 Driving and Operating 1. Front/Rear Standard View on the infotainment display Warning (Continued) when a camera view is Displays an image of the active. Touch the button to area in front or behind the vehicle before driving. Failure to toggle between front and vehicle.
  • Page 261 Driving and Operating and RCTA overlays are not Side Views. In these views Hitch Guidance displays a available when Front/Rear Surround View can be single centered guideline Side View is active. enabled by touching on the infotainment display Surround View on the to assist with aligning the The Turn Signal Activated infotainment display when...
  • Page 262 Driving and Operating touch CAMERA on the will automatically engage Warning (Continued) infotainment display and the Electric Parking touch the Interior Trailer Brake (EPB). Before making a lane change, View icon. The view will 9. Bed View always check the mirrors and close after 8 seconds and Provides a view of the truck glance over your shoulder.
  • Page 263 Driving and Operating the Trailering App. See Trailer View. The trailer per the accessory Trailering App 0 310. The Transparent Trailer View is trailer camera feature requires user shown when the position of installation instructions installation of an accessory the trailer is relatively (see your dealer for trailer camera on the rear straight behind the vehicle.
  • Page 264 Driving and Operating Picture-in-Picture Side View. To access this accessory trailer View icon. Touch X view when in a forward camera(s) and to exit. gear above 12 km/h information). To select, (8 mph), Touch touch Rear Trailer View/ Rear Side View with CAMERA on the Rear Side View with Available Articulation...
  • Page 265 Driving and Operating HD Surround Vision with Trailer Available camera views: grille under the front emblem, the Camera Provisions side cameras are on the bottom of Front/Rear Standard View the outside mirrors, and the rear If equipped, this feature provides Front/Rear Top-Down View camera is in the tailgate handle.
  • Page 266 Driving and Operating Surround Vision Available camera views: The calibration is attempted in low light. Calibration should be If equipped, this feature provides, Rear Standard View attempted when there is enough additional views to aid in trailering/ Hitch View light. towing.
  • Page 267 Driving and Operating Distortion may be observed in the The accessory trailer cameras Park Assist calibrated Transparent Trailer are swapped at the hitch With Front and Rear Park Assist, as View if: connector. Ensure that the the vehicle moves at speeds of less accessory camera(s) are The accessory trailer camera is than 8 km/h (5 mph) the sensors on...
  • Page 268 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 (5 mph).

  • Page 269: Forward Collision Alert (Fca)

    Driving and Operating Front and Rear Park Assist can be (LCA), Automatic Emergency Warning turned Off, On, or On with Towbar. Braking (AEB), and/or the Front See Park Assist under Vehicle Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System FCA is a warning system and Personalization 0 156.
  • Page 270 Driving and Operating Detecting the Vehicle Ahead Warning (Continued) or ice, or if the windshield is damaged. It may also not detect a vehicle on winding or hilly roads, or in conditions that can limit Without Head-Up Display visibility such as fog, rain, or snow, or if the headlamps or When your vehicle approaches FCA warnings will not occur unless...

  • Page 271: Automatic Emergency

    Driving and Operating Tailgating Alert timing. The range of selectable alert Cleaning the System timings may not be appropriate for If the FCA system does not seem to all drivers and driving conditions. operate properly, this may correct If your vehicle is equipped with the issue: Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Clean the outside of the...
  • Page 272 Driving and Operating moderately or hard. This automatic Warning (Continued) Warning emergency braking can only occur if a vehicle is detected. This is shown Detect all vehicles, AEB may automatically brake the by the FCA vehicle ahead indicator especially vehicles with a vehicle suddenly in situations being lit.

  • Page 273: Front Pedestrian Braking

    Driving and Operating There is a problem with the The FPB system can detect and Warning StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability alert to pedestrians in a forward Control (ESC) system. gear at speeds between 8 km/h IBA may increase vehicle braking (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph). The AEB system does not need in situations when it may not be During daytime driving, the system...
  • Page 274 Driving and Operating FPB alerts and automatic braking When this Pedestrian Alert occurs, Warning (Continued) will not occur unless the FPB the brake system may prepare for system detects a pedestrian. When driver braking to occur more rapidly If the headlamps or a nearby pedestrian is detected in which can cause a brief, mild windshield are not cleaned...

  • Page 275: Side Blind Zone

    Driving and Operating of the accelerator pedal will also and a vehicle is also detected on Warning release Automatic Braking and the same side, the display will flash the EPB. as an extra warning not to change Using the Front Pedestrian lanes.
  • Page 276 Driving and Operating The LCA sensor covers a zone of Warning (Continued) approximately one lane over from both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m provide alerts when changing (11 ft). The height of the zone is lanes under all driving conditions. approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) Failure to use proper care when and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground.

  • Page 277: Series)

    Driving and Operating See Vehicle Personalization 0 156. with the detection of vehicles. This If the LCA displays do not light up If LCA is disabled by the driver, the is normal system operation; the when moving vehicles are in the LCA mirror displays will not light up.
  • Page 278 Driving and Operating Warning Warning (Continued) The LDW system does not steer attention on the road and the vehicle. The LDW system maintain proper vehicle position may not: within the lane, or vehicle damage, injury, or death could Provide enough time to When LDW is on, is green if occur.

  • Page 279: Lane Departure Warning (Ldw)

    Driving and Operating Banked roads. overridden by turning the steering Warning (Continued) wheel. This system is not intended If the LDW system is not functioning to keep the vehicle centered in the properly when lane markings are dirt, snow, or ice; if they are lane.
  • Page 280 Driving and Operating Take Steering To turn LKA on and off, press Warning (Continued) on the center stack. If equipped, the The LKA system does not indicator light on the button comes continuously steer the vehicle. bad weather conditions or on on when LKA is on and turns off If LKA does not detect active driver roads with unclear lane markings,...

  • Page 281: Top Tier Fuel

    Driving and Operating A camera blocked message may Fuel Recommended Fuel display if the camera is blocked. (Except 6.2L V8 Engine) Some driver assistance systems Top Tier Fuel may have reduced performance or For diesel engine vehicles, see not work at all. An LKA or LDW Fuel for Diesel Engines in the GM recommends the use of TOP unavailable message may display if...

  • Page 282: V8 Engine)

    Driving and Operating Recommended Fuel (6.2L Do not use any fuel labeled E85 or Caution (Continued) FlexFuel. Do not use gasoline with V8 Engine) ethanol levels greater than 15% by Fuel containing metals such volume. as methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl Prohibited Fuels (MMT), which can damage the emissions control Caution...

  • Page 283: Fuel Additives

    Driving and Operating Fuel Additives The use of E85 or FlexFuel is refilled more often. See Filling the encouraged when the vehicle is Tank (Pickup Model) 0 283 or TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is designed to use it. E85 or FlexFuel Filling the Tank (Chassis Cab highly recommended for use with is made from renewable sources.

  • Page 284: Filling The Tank

    Driving and Operating Caution Warning Warning (Continued) Before touching the fill Do not use fuel containing Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn nozzle, touch a metallic methanol. It can corrode metal violently and can cause injury or object to discharge static parts in the fuel system and also death.
  • Page 285 Driving and Operating Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait five seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the fill nozzle. Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See Exterior Care 0 429. Push the fuel door closed. 1.

  • Page 286: Filling The Tank

    Driving and Operating Filling the Tank (Chassis Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise Warning (Continued) to remove. Fully insert and latch the Cab Model) fill nozzle, begin fueling. If the Do not leave the fuel pump vehicle is a dual fuel tank chassis If the vehicle has a diesel engine, unattended.

  • Page 287: Filling A Portable Fuel

    Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel Warning Warning (Continued) Container Keep sparks, flames, and If a fire starts while you are smoking materials away refueling, do not remove the fill Warning from fuel. nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by Never fill a portable fuel container shutting off the pump or by Do not use electronic...

  • Page 288: General Towing

    Driving and Operating Trailer Towing important for your safety and that of Warning (Continued) your passengers. Read this section carefully before pulling a trailer. General Towing trailer brakes are inadequate for When towing a trailer: the load, the vehicle may not stop Information as expected.
  • Page 289 Driving and Operating Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) Warning (Continued) Tow/Haul Mode is recommended If equipped with Lane Change Alert for heavier trailers. See Tow/ (LCA), the LCA detection zones that Fully open the air outlets on Haul Mode 0 227.
  • Page 290 Driving and Operating unexpected or unsafe manner. Following Distance Making Turns Before driving, inspect all trailer Stay at least twice as far behind the hitch parts and attachments, safety Caution vehicle ahead as you would when chains, electrical connectors, lamps, driving without a trailer.
  • Page 291 Driving and Operating The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). Parking on Hills Leaving After Parking on a Hill Shift the transmission to a lower 1. Apply and hold the brake gear if the transmission shifts too Warning pedal. often under heavy loads and/or hilly conditions.
  • Page 292 Driving and Operating Disconnect the wiring to the trailer 6. Reapply the brake pedal. Then Warning (Continued) before backing the trailer into the apply the parking brake and water to prevent damage to the shift into P (Park). provide a means of escape electrical circuits on the trailer.

  • Page 293: Trailer Towing

    Driving and Operating the drive mode that is Engine Cooling When Trailer Successful, safe trailering takes appropriate for the road correct equipment, and it has to be Towing conditions. used properly. The cooling system may temporarily The following information has many overheat during severe operating Caution time-tested, important trailering tips...
  • Page 294 Driving and Operating must be below all of the maximum A trailering information label on the To check that the weight of the weight ratings for the vehicle, B-pillar shows tow rating information vehicle and trailer are within the including: for the vehicle.
  • Page 295 A fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch may support a higher tongue Use the Tow Rating Guide weight. (my.gmc.com/learn) to determine how much the trailer can weigh, based on the vehicle model and options. Weights listed apply for conventional trailers and...
  • Page 296 Driving and Operating The Maximum Trailer Tongue After loading the trailer, separately Weight Rating for a conventional weigh the trailer and then the trailer trailer hitch or a fifth wheel/ tongue and calculate the trailer load gooseneck hitch is shown on the balance percentage to see if the Trailering Information Label.

  • Page 297: Towing Equipment

    Driving and Operating half of the maximum allowable Gooseneck Hitch tongue weight for the vehicle or A gooseneck hitch is designed to be 227 kg (500 lb), whichever is less. coupled to a special hitch leveraging a hitch ball, and is mounted over the Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating rear axle in the truck bed.
  • Page 298 Driving and Operating spring bars to distribute the trailer tongue weight between your vehicle and trailer axles. Fifth-wheel and gooseneck hitches may also be used. See Maximum Trailer Tongue Weight under Trailer Towing 0 292 for weight limits with various hitch types.
  • Page 299 Driving and Operating Weight-Distributing Hitch Vehicle Series Trailer Weight Usage Hitch Distribution 1500 Up to 3 175 kg (7,000 lb) Not Required 1500 Over 3 175 kg (7,000 lb) Required 2500/3500 Up to 9 080 kg (20,000 lb) Not Required Towing with Model 1500 Trucks 5.
  • Page 300 Driving and Operating Measurement Height Example 1500 (mm) 1 000 1 050 H2 H1 (H2 H1)/2 H2 [(H2 H1)/2] 1 025 Towing with Model 2500/3500 5. Install and adjust the tension in Trucks the weight-distributing bars per the manufacturers 1. Position the truck so that the recommendations so that the trailer is ready to connect.
  • Page 301 Driving and Operating Measurement Height Example 2500/3500 (mm) 1 040 1 080 H2 H1 (H2 H1)/4 H2 [(H2 H1)/4] 1 070 Tires sure this weight does not cause the between the top of the pickup box vehicle to exceed GAWR or GVWR. and the bottom of the trailer shelf Do not tow a trailer while using a Fifth-wheel or gooseneck kingpin...
  • Page 302 Driving and Operating attaching points on the bumper; maintained properly. Never attempt Caution (Continued) otherwise, safety chains should be to tap into your vehicle's hydraulic attached to holes on the trailer hitch. brake system. If you do, both the may exceed the vehicle antilock brakes and the Cross the safety chains under the maximum amperage rating of...
  • Page 303 Driving and Operating The trailer connectors contain the Tail/Parking Gray/Brown following circuits. Lamps Reverse Lamps White/Green Battery Feed Red/Green Ground White Electric Trailer Blue Brake Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness Package 1. Left Turn/Brake If equipped, the trailer wiring 2. Tail Lamps harness, with a 7-pin connector and a 4-pin connector, is mounted on 3.
  • Page 304 Driving and Operating side (A) and the rear trailer auxiliary Tail/Parking Gray/Brown camera (B) should be installed on Lamps the top right hand side. Reverse Lamps White/Green Battery Feed Red/Green Ground White Electric Trailer Blue Brake If equipped with the heavy-duty trailering option, see Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness Package Camper/Fifth-Wheel Trailer Wiring...
  • Page 305 Driving and Operating lamp circuits on the trailer. DIC Tow/Haul Mode is designed to be brake systems. These instructions messages and Trailering App alerts most effective when the vehicle and apply to both types of electric trailer may be displayed if lighting circuit trailer combined weight is at least brakes.
  • Page 306 Driving and Operating trailer wheel lock-up. This does not The trailer symbol on the control Warning (Continued) imply that the trailer has panel will light amber when a trailer StabiliTrak/ESC. with electric brakes is connected. system with electric or electric If the vehicle s brake, antilock brake, The ITBC control panel is on the over hydraulic trailer brake...
  • Page 307 Driving and Operating Activate the Manual Trailer A trailer without electric brakes either the vehicle brakes or trailer Brake Apply Lever is connected. No DIC message brakes are applied and properly displays. connected. TRAILER GAIN: Press a Trailer Gain button to recall the current A trailer with electric brakes has Trailer Gain Adjustment Trailer Gain setting.
  • Page 308 Driving and Operating towing condition and free of Other ITBC-Related DIC message will also turn off if it is traffic at about 32 40 km/h acknowledged or if the trailer Messages (20 25 mph) and fully apply harness is reconnected. TRAILER CONNECTED: This the Manual Trailer Brake Apply There is an electrical fault in the...

  • Page 309: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)

    Driving and Operating If the CHECK TRAILER WIRING Contact your trailer dealer for message only reappears when assistance with trailer repairs and connecting the trailer wiring harness trailer warranty information. to the vehicle, the electrical fault is Trailer Sway on the trailer side. Control (TSC) SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE If TSC is enabled, the Traction...
  • Page 310 Driving and Operating the vehicle s trailer brake or other Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) systems, including integrated anti-sway systems, if equipped. your vehicle and any If the trailer begins to sway, Messages related to trailer optional equipment installed reduce vehicle speed by connections or trailer brakes could on your vehicle.

  • Page 311: Trailering App

    Driving and Operating Trailer Tires Overloading is another leading 1. The running lights turn on first cause of trailer tire blow-outs. Never and remain on throughout the Special Trailer (ST) tires differ from load your trailer with more weight sequence. vehicle tires.
  • Page 312 Driving and Operating The hazard warning lights are When a trailer is electrically A pop-up will indicate the setup is activated. connected and after a Trailer Profile complete. Touch DONE to complete has been created, the trailer the process or touch TRAILER Trailering App detection pop-up will appear with a FEATURE SETUP to set up the...
  • Page 313 Driving and Operating Trailer Feature Setup the vehicle horn will sound, the maximum inflation pressure found vehicle s brake lamps will flash, and on the tire sidewalls. Make sure to Tow/Haul Mode Reminder all working trailer lamps will flash. re-adjust tire pressure to the It then moves to the next sensor.
  • Page 314 Driving and Operating 4. Move to the next tire and before transparent trailer feature Hitching Point Length: repeat Step 3 for each sensor. can be used. See Assistance 180 cm (70.8 in) 970 cm The horn chirps twice when all Systems for Parking or Backing (381.8 in).
  • Page 315 Driving and Operating 6. Return to the vehicle to Truck Transmission Temperature complete the setup. View the temperature of the transmission fluid by looking at the Status View graphic. The graphic will indicate a The Status view shows: dangerous level if the temperature is at 130 °C 150 °C (270 °F 300 °F).
  • Page 316 Driving and Operating Connections OK Any connector pin that failed will be 3. The left turn signal light flashes amber color, and the location of the three times. If all of the trailer connections are corresponding connection will be detected (Running Lights, Left Turn 4.
  • Page 317 Driving and Operating Trailer Trailer Profile. If a tire s pressure is The Maintenance Status view low or high, the color of the displays reminders. Touch a pressure value will be amber. If a reminder to edit. sensor malfunctions, the values are Touch + New Maintenance dashed lines.
  • Page 318 Driving and Operating Cameras Guest Trailer Status View Touch to access a detailed view of each step. Within each Touch the Guest Trailer Profile for detailed view, touch Next and the status views. Previous to navigate between steps. The Guest Trailer Profile Status Touch Clear All to clear the view shows: completed statuses from all items in...
  • Page 319 Driving and Operating associated with Custom Trailer track total mileage or fuel economy, If a Trailer Profile is already active Profiles in addition to default but the system will track trip mileage and the brake gain setting had been checklists. and fuel economy if the Guest set for that Trailer Profile, the quick Trailer Profile is active.
  • Page 320 Driving and Operating Average Fuel Economy previously in this section for details relearning process. See Trailer Tire on the setup. Also, touch Tire Pressure Setup previously in this Reverse Lights Alert Pressure Setup if the trailer tires section. Electric Brakes Alert were rotated or if the tire pressure On the Learn Sensors screen, touch sensors in the tires were replaced...
  • Page 321 Driving and Operating reminder. Touch Cancel to return to Mileage Electric Brakes Alert the previous view and nothing will Touch to edit the Trailer Profile s Turn on to receive failure messages change. mileage. about the electric trailer brakes. Turn off to not receive failure Edit Reminder Effect on Maintenance Reminders messages about the electric trailer...
  • Page 322 Driving and Operating Trailer Detection Alert Turn a setting off to not receive any smartphone number has been of the Maintenance Alerts when that added to the account for this The Trailer Detection Alert setting Trailer Profile is active. notification. will be on by default.

  • Page 323: Conversions And Add-Ons

    Driving and Operating If Tow/Haul Mode is off and this Conversions and Caution setting is on for a Trailer Profile, Add-Ons each time the ignition is turned on a Some electrical equipment can reminder will appear to turn on Tow/ damage the vehicle or cause Haul Mode when the Trailer Profile Add-On Electrical...

  • Page 324: Adding A Snow Plow Or Similar

    Driving and Operating Adding a Snow Plow or much if there is other equipment Caution (Continued) already adding to the weight of the Similar Equipment vehicle. installed. The vehicle can be To safely carry a snow plow on the damaged if either the front or rear Caution vehicle: axle ratings or the Gross Vehicle...
  • Page 325 Driving and Operating Make sure the weight on the Front axle reserve capacity is the front and rear axles does not difference between the Gross Axle exceed the axle rating for each. Weight Rating (GAWR) and the front axle weight of the vehicle with full For the front axle, if more cargo fuel and passengers.
  • Page 326 Driving and Operating For example, adding a 318 kg Warning (700 lb) snow plow actually adds more than 318 kg (700 lb) to the On some vehicles that have front axle. Using the formula, if the certain front mounted equipment, snow plow is 122 cm (4 ft) in front of such as a snow plow, it may be the front axle and the wheelbase is...

  • Page 327: Pickup Conversion To

    Driving and Operating Reserve capacity numbers are Pickup Conversion to intended as a guide when selecting Chassis Cab the amount of equipment or cargo the truck can carry. If unsure of the We are aware that some vehicle vehicle's front, rear, or total weight, owners might consider having the go to a weigh station and weigh the pickup box removed and a...

  • Page 328: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle Care Vehicle Care Power Steering Fluid ..354 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Washer Fluid ....354 Sidemarker, and Parking Brakes .

  • Page 329: General Information

    Vehicle Care Tire Pressure ....387 Jump Starting General Information Tire Pressure for High-Speed Jump Starting - North For service and parts needs, visit Operation .

  • Page 330: California Proposition

    Vehicle Care California Proposition California Perchlorate Damage to suspension components caused by modifying vehicle height 65 Warning Materials Requirements outside of factory settings will not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Certain types of automotive Warning applications, such as airbag Damage to vehicle components initiators, seat belt pretensioners, resulting from modifications or the...

  • Page 331: Vehicle Checks

    Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks If equipped with remote vehicle Warning (Continued) start, open the hood before performing any service work to Doing Your Own vehicle is on, the engine will start prevent remote starting the vehicle when the hood is opened. You or Service Work accidentally.
  • Page 332 Vehicle Care 2. Pull the hood down until the strut system is no longer holding up the hood. 3. Allow the hood to fall. Check to make sure the hood is latched completely. Repeat this process with additional force if necessary.

  • Page 333: Engine Compartment

    Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 2.7L L4 Engine (L3B)
  • Page 334 Vehicle Care 1. Remote Negative ( ) Location. 11. Windshield Washer Fluid See Jump Starting - North Reservoir. See Adding Washer America 0 419. Fluid under Washer Fluid 0 354. 2. Positive (+) Terminal (Under Cover). See Jump Starting - North America 0 419.
  • Page 335 Vehicle Care 4.3L V6 Engine (LV3)
  • Page 336 Vehicle Care 1. Remote Negative ( ) Location. 11. Windshield Washer Fluid See Jump Starting - North Reservoir. See Adding Washer America 0 419. Fluid under Washer Fluid 0 354. 2. Positive (+) Terminal (Under Cover). See Jump Starting - North America 0 419.
  • Page 337 Vehicle Care 5.3L V8 Engine (L84) Shown, 5.3L V8 Engine (L82) and 6.2L V8 Engine (L87) Similar...
  • Page 338 Vehicle Care 1. Remote Negative ( ) Location. 11. Windshield Washer Fluid See Jump Starting - North Reservoir. See Adding Washer America 0 419. Fluid under Washer Fluid 0 354. 2. Positive (+) Terminal (Under Cover). See Jump Starting - North America 0 419.
  • Page 339 Vehicle Care 6.6L V8 Engine (L8T)

  • Page 340: Engine Oil

    Vehicle Care 1. Remote Negative ( ) Location. 12. Coolant Surge Tank and Check the engine oil level See Jump Starting - North Pressure Cap. See Cooling regularly and maintain the America 0 419. System 0 346. proper oil level. See Checking Engine Oil and When to Add 2.
  • Page 341 Vehicle Care If a low oil Driver Information Center When to Add Engine Oil Caution (Continued) (DIC) message displays, check the oil level. above the operating range (i.e., Follow these guidelines: the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the To get an accurate reading, park cross-hatched area that shows the vehicle on level ground.

  • Page 342: Engine Oil Life System

    Vehicle Care Specification Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade What to Do with Used Oil engine oil for the 2.7L L4, 4.3L Use full synthetic engine oils that Used engine oil contains certain V6 and 6.6L V8 engines. Cold meet the dexos1 specification. elements that can be unhealthy for Temperature Operation: In an area Engine oils that have been...
  • Page 343 Vehicle Care include engine revolutions, engine the oil regularly over the course of controls, for several seconds. temperature, and miles driven. an oil drain interval and keep it at When the confirmation Based on driving conditions, the the proper level. message displays, select YES.

  • Page 344: Automatic Transmission

    Vehicle Care Automatic Transmission When to Change the Engine Caution (Continued) Air Filter Fluid not be covered by the vehicle When the Driver Information Center When to Check and Change warranty. Always use the correct (DIC) displays a message to replace Automatic Transmission Fluid the engine air filter at the next oil automatic transmission fluid.

  • Page 345: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

    Vehicle Care How to Inspect/Replace the To inspect or replace the engine air 3. Press on the steering wheel, cleaner/filter: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter or press the trip odometer reset stem if the vehicle does not Do not start the engine or have the have DIC controls, to move to engine running with the engine air the Reset/Disable display area.
  • Page 346 Vehicle Care 2. Disconnect the outlet duct by 5. Inspect or replace the engine loosening the air duct air cleaner/filter. clamp (1). 6. Reverse Steps 2 4 to reinstall 3. Disconnect the electrical the filter cover housing. harness connector (2) from the 7.

  • Page 347: Cooling System

    Vehicle Care Caution If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt can easily get into the engine, which could damage it. Always have the air cleaner/filter in place when driving. Cooling System If the vehicle has the Duramax diesel engine, see the Duramax 2.7L L4 Engine (L3B) 5.3L V8 Engine (L84) Shown, 5.3L diesel supplement.
  • Page 348 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) cause an engine fire and can plain water or the wrong mixture, burn you. Fix any leak before the engine could get too hot but driving the vehicle. there would not be an overheat warning.
  • Page 349 Vehicle Care The vehicle must be on a level Caution surface when checking the coolant level. Do not use anything other than a mix of DEX-COOL coolant that meets GM Standard GMW3420 and clean, drinkable water. Anything else can cause damage to the engine cooling system and the vehicle, which would not be covered by the...
  • Page 350 Vehicle Care Automatic Coolant Service Fill 6. Set the parking brake. How to Add Coolant to the Instructions (L3B Engine) Coolant Surge Tank for 7. At the same time, press the Gasoline Engines Except L3B accelerator and the brake for See 3.0L Duramax Diesel automatic transmission supplement for the diesel engine...
  • Page 351 Vehicle Care 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) the proper mixture to the full cold mark. warning. The engine could catch cause system damage. If coolant 4. With the coolant surge tank fire and you or others could be is not visible in the surge tank, pressure cap off, start the burned.

  • Page 352: Engine Overheating

    Vehicle Care There is a coolant temperature If the engine or transmission detects Caution gauge in the vehicle's instrument an impending hot fluid condition, cluster. See Engine Coolant then the transmission may force If the pressure cap is not tightly Temperature Gauge 0 133.

  • Page 353: Operating Mode

    Vehicle Care If No Steam is Coming from If the ENGINE OVERHEATED If there is still no sign of steam and STOP ENGINE or the ENGINE the vehicle is equipped with an the Engine Compartment OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE engine driven cooling fan, push The ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP message appears with no sign of down the accelerator until the...

  • Page 354: Engine Fan

    Vehicle Care vehicle to be driven to a safe place Engine Fan 6.6L V8 Engine (L8T) Only in an emergency. Driving extended The vehicle has a clutched engine If the vehicle has the Duramax distances and/or towing a trailer in cooling fan.

  • Page 355: Power Steering Fluid

    Vehicle Care Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering What to Use Fluid Caution To check the power steering fluid: 1. Set the ignition off and let the Use of the incorrect fluid may engine compartment damage the vehicle and the cool down.

  • Page 356: Brakes

    Vehicle Care Adding Washer Fluid Caution Caution (Continued) The vehicle has a low washer fluid message on the DIC that comes on Do not use washer fluid that for fluid expansion if when the washer fluid is low. The contains any type of water freezing occurs, which could message is displayed for repellent coating.

  • Page 357: Brake Pad Life System

    Vehicle Care Replacing Brake System Parts Brake pads should always be Caution replaced as complete axle sets. Always replace brake system parts with new, approved replacement How to Reset the Brake Pad Continuing to drive with worn-out parts. If this is not done, the brakes brake pads could result in costly Life System may not work properly.

  • Page 358: Brake Fluid

    Vehicle Care level DIC. Repeat for pads on To turn the brake pad life system There are only two reasons why the the other axle if they were also back on, follow the above steps but brake fluid level in the reservoir may replaced.

  • Page 359: Battery - North America

    Vehicle Care sealed container. See Refer to the replacement number Warning Recommended Fluids and shown on the original battery label Lubricants 0 452. when a new battery is needed. See If too much brake fluid is added, it Engine Compartment Overview can spill on the engine and burn, 0 332 for battery location.
  • Page 360 Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage Negative Battery Cable Warning Disconnection Warning WARNING: Battery posts, Warning terminals, and related Batteries have acid that can burn accessories contain lead and lead you and gas that can explode. Before disconnecting the negative compounds, chemicals known to You can be badly hurt if you are battery cable, turn off all features, the State of California to cause...
  • Page 361 Vehicle Care For vehicles equipped with the Stop/ For vehicles not equipped with the Negative Battery Cable Start system: Stop/Start system: Reconnection Caution When reconnecting the battery: Use the original nut from the vehicle to secure the negative battery cable. Do not use a different nut.

  • Page 362: Four-Wheel Drive

    Vehicle Care For vehicles equipped with the Stop/ When to Change Lubricant Start system: Refer to Maintenance Schedule 1. Install the negative battery 0 441 to determine how often to cable to the battery change the lubricant. sensor stud. What to Use 2.

  • Page 363: Rear Axle

    Vehicle Care Rear Axle LLC, was designed, built and maintenance, repair, equipped to conform at the time it or replacement, of any device When to Check Lubricant left General Motors LLC s control or element of design with all applicable U.S. EPA Noise incorporated into any new It is not necessary to regularly Control Regulations.

  • Page 364: Starter Switch Check

    Vehicle Care Fan and Drive: 1. Before starting this check, be 1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room sure there is enough room Removal of fan clutch or around the vehicle. around the vehicle. It should be rendering clutch inoperative.

  • Page 365: Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check

    Vehicle Care The ignition key should come out pressure from the regular brake Caution only when the ignition is off. Contact pedal. Do this until the vehicle is your dealer if service is required. held by the parking brake only. Allowing the wiper arm to touch To check the P (Park) the windshield when no wiper...

  • Page 366: Windshield Replacement

    Vehicle Care Windshield Replacement Gas Strut(s) This vehicle is equipped with gas HUD System strut(s) to provide assistance in The windshield is part of the HUD lifting and holding open the hood/ system. If the windshield must be trunk/liftgate system in full open replaced, get one that is designed position.

  • Page 367: Headlamp Aiming

    Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Caution Front Headlamp Aiming Do not apply tape or hang any objects from gas struts. Also do Headlamp aim has been preset and not push down or pull on gas should need no further adjustment. struts. This may cause damage to If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the vehicle.

  • Page 368: Bulb Replacement

    Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement LED Lighting Headlamp Replacement See your dealer for headlamp This vehicle has several LED lamps. For the proper type of replacement replacement. For replacement of any LED lighting bulbs, or any bulb changing assembly, contact your dealer. procedure not listed in this section, Turn Signal Lamp contact your dealer.

  • Page 369: Lamps

    Vehicle Care Taillamps, Turn Signal, To replace one of these bulbs: Stoplamps, and Back-Up 1. Open the tailgate. Lamps Base Level Taillamp Assembly 4. Pull the rear lamp assembly outward and rearward away from the box side to remove it from the vehicle.

  • Page 370: Center High-Mounted

    Vehicle Care Center High-Mounted To replace one of these bulbs: License Plate Lamp Stoplamp (CHMSL) and To replace the bulb: Cargo Lamp 1. Reach behind the rear bumper and locate the bulb. This procedure is for the regular cab only. For crew cab and double cab 2.

  • Page 371: Electrical System

    Vehicle Care Electrical System Windshield Wipers Danger If the wiper motor overheats due to Electrical System heavy snow or ice, the windshield Fuses and circuit breakers are wipers will stop until the motor cools marked with their ampere rating. Overload and will then restart.

  • Page 372: Engine Compartment Fuse

    Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Caution Fuse Block Spilling liquid on any electrical If the vehicle has a diesel engine, component on the vehicle may see the Duramax diesel damage it. Always keep the supplement. covers on any electrical The engine compartment fuse block component.
  • Page 373 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Headlamp right Fog lamp Police upfitter Washer front Washer rear MSB driver IECL 1 DC/AC inverter IECR 2 (LD) / EBCM2 (HD) MSB pass IECL 2 Fuses Usage EBCM 1 Fuses Usage High-beam right High-beam left Headlamp left...
  • Page 374 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Transmission control module Horn Integrated chassis ignition control module/CVS Transmission Trailer battery control module Auxiliary A/C clutch underhood electrical center Rear window Transfer case defogger control module Cooling fan motor left Heated mirror Front wiper Active fuel Parking lamp left...

  • Page 375: Instrument Panel Fuse Block

    Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Fuses Usage Relays Usage Block (Left) Electric RNG BDS Headlamp Engine control DC/AC inverter module Rear window Auxiliary battery defogger Cabin Parking lamp cooling pump Run/Crank Trailer stop/turn Second fuel pump lamp right A/C clutch Starter Motor (LD &...
  • Page 376 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Rear heated seats MFEG left/right Euro trailer Endgate Rear sliding window Front Bolster Heated and ventilated seats left/right Rear seat entertainment/Theft deterrent Passive entry/Passive start/Driver seat Circuit Usage module Breakers Sunshade Relays Usage Passenger power seat Rear sliding Export power take off/ window open...

  • Page 377: (Right)

    Vehicle Care Pull off the cover to access the front To access the back of the fuse Relays Usage of the fuse block. block: MFEG minor 2 MFEG major 2 Anti-theft Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Right) 1. Push the tab at the top of fuse block down.
  • Page 378 Vehicle Care The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and DLIS features shown. Ventilated seats Fuses Usage NOT R/C Right doors Heated steering wheel Left doors MISC R/C Universal remote system Instrument panel cluster ignition/ Overhead Heating, ventilation,...
  • Page 379 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage Sensing and Body control module 1 Run/Crank diagnostic module/ Retained accessory Parking brake power/Accessory 1 Battery 1 Body control module 4 Retained accessory Battery 2 Special equipment power/Accessory 2 option/Data link connection Sunroof Body control module 8 Driver power seat...

  • Page 380: Wheels And Tires

    Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Tires Underinflated tires pose Replace any tires that the same danger as have been damaged by Every new GM vehicle has overloaded tires. The impacts with potholes, high-quality tires made by a resulting crash could curbs, etc.

  • Page 381: Winter Tires

    Vehicle Care performance on most road surfaces roads is expected. See your dealer Low-Profile Tires and weather conditions. Original for details regarding winter tire If the vehicle has 275/60R20 or equipment tires designed to GM's availability and proper tire selection. 275/50R22 size tires, they are specific tire performance criteria Also, see Buying New Tires 0 399.

  • Page 382: All-Terrain Tires

    Vehicle Care All-Terrain Tires code molded onto the sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet or This vehicle may have all-terrain exceed all federal safety tires. These tires provide good guidelines. performance on most road surfaces, weather conditions, and for off-road (3) DOT (Department of driving.
  • Page 383 Vehicle Care The TIN shows the (7) Maximum Cold Inflation manufacturer and plant code, Load Limit Maximum load that tire size, and date the tire was can be carried and the manufactured. The TIN is maximum pressure needed to molded onto both sides of the support that load.

  • Page 384: Tire Designations

    Vehicle Care (2) TPC Spec (Tire U.S. Department of (6) Tire Ply Material The type Performance Criteria Transportation Motor Vehicle of cord and number of plies in Specification) Original Safety Standards. the sidewall and under the tread. equipment tires designed to DOT Tire Date of (7) Single Tire Maximum GM's specific tire performance...
  • Page 385 Vehicle Care would mean that the tire's sidewall is 75 percent as high as it is wide. (4) Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire The letter R means radial ply (1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire (1) Light Truck (LT-Metric)

  • Page 386: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    Vehicle Care would mean that the tire's Tire Terminology and Bead The tire bead contains sidewall is 75 percent as high as steel wires wrapped by steel Definitions it is wide. cords that hold the tire onto Air Pressure The amount of the rim.
  • Page 387 Vehicle Care Department of Transportation Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire Normal Occupant Weight (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety tire used on light duty trucks and number of occupants a vehicle Standards. The DOT code some multipurpose passenger is designed to seat multiplied by includes the Tire Identification vehicles.

  • Page 388: Tire Pressure

    Vehicle Care Recommended Inflation Tread The portion of a tire that Vehicle Capacity Weight Pressure Vehicle comes into contact with number of designated seating manufacturer's recommended the road. positions multiplied by tire inflation pressure as shown 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated Treadwear Indicators Narrow on the tire placard.
  • Page 389 Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading Do not forget the spare tire, Warning Information label on the vehicle if the vehicle has one. See indicates the original equipment Full-Size Spare Tire 0 418 for Neither tire underinflation nor additional information. tires and the correct cold tire overinflation is good.

  • Page 390: Tire Pressure For High-Speed

    Vehicle Care inflation pressure is high, press Each tire, including the spare (if Warning (Continued) provided), should be checked on the metal stem in the center monthly when cold and inflated to of the tire valve to release air. This could cause a crash, and the inflation pressure recommended you or others could be killed.

  • Page 391: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Vehicle Care tread life, and may affect the of reasons, including the installation the tires and transmit the tire vehicle's handling and stopping of replacement or alternate tires or pressure readings to a receiver ability. wheels on the vehicle that prevent located in the vehicle.
  • Page 392 Vehicle Care viewed. For additional information cycle until the problem is corrected. Caution and details about the DIC operation Some of the conditions that can and displays, see Driver Information cause these to come on are: Tire sealant materials are not all Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 147 or One of the road tires has been the same.
  • Page 393 Vehicle Care the sensor matching process is When the low tire pressure warning Warning (Continued) performed successfully. See light comes on: your dealer for service. 1. Park the vehicle in a safe, level listed on the tire sidewall. See Replacement tires or wheels do place.
  • Page 394 Vehicle Care The TPMS will not activate the tire TPMS Sensor Matching There are two minutes to match the fill alert properly under the following first tire/wheel position, and Process conditions: five minutes overall to match all four Each TPMS sensor has a unique tire/wheel positions.
  • Page 395 Vehicle Care If the vehicle has a base level 7. Place the relearn tool against 12. Set all four tires to the DIC, use the trip odometer the tire sidewall, near the valve recommended air pressure reset stem to scroll to the Tire stem.
  • Page 396 Vehicle Care trailer tire placard on the trailer or causes for high trailer tire the trailer tire sidewall for the temperature are underinflation, recommended tire pressure. overloading, or tire damage. The system is compatible with trailer TTPMS Malfunction Message tires that have placard pressure The TTPMS will not function values from 103 - 689 kpa properly if one or more of the trailer...

  • Page 397: Tire Inspection

    Vehicle Care successfully completing the If the TTPMS is not functioning The tire has a bump, bulge, sensor learning process. See properly, it cannot detect or signal a or split. "TTPMS Sensor Learning low tire condition. See your dealer The tire has a puncture, cut, Process"...
  • Page 398 Vehicle Care and Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications 0 458 and Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire under Tire Changing 0 407. The outer tire on a dual wheel setup generally wears faster than the inner tire. Tires last longer and wear more evenly if they are rotated.
  • Page 399 Vehicle Care When installing dual wheels, Warning (Continued) check that the vent holes in the inner and outer wheels on each The wheel could come off and side are lined up. cause a crash. When changing a wheel, remove any Adjust the front and rear tires to rust or dirt from places where the recommended inflation...

  • Page 400: When It Is Time For New

    Vehicle Care If the full-size tire is part of the Treadwear indicators are one way to example, the third week of the year tell when it is time for new tires. 2010 would have a four-digit DOT tire rotation, make sure the tire Treadwear indicators appear when date of 0310.
  • Page 401 Vehicle Care Specification (TPC Spec) tread depth on all tires will help Warning (Continued) system rating. When to maintain the performance of replacement tires are needed, the vehicle. Braking and Only your dealer or authorized handling performance may be GM strongly recommends tire service center should buying tires with the same TPC adversely affected if all the tires...

  • Page 402: Different Size Tires And Wheels

    Vehicle Care tires maximum speed capability Different Size Tires and Warning (Continued) when using winter tires with a Wheels lower speed rating. all right to drive on it. The If wheels or tires are installed that spare tire was developed for If the vehicle tires must be are a different size than the original use on this vehicle and will not...

  • Page 403: Uniform Tire Quality

    Vehicle Care compact spare tires, tires with Treadwear Warning (Continued) nominal rim diameters of The treadwear grade is a 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), developed for the vehicle, and comparative rating based on the or to some limited-production have them properly installed by a wear rate of the tire when tested tires.

  • Page 404: Wheel Alignment And Tire

    Vehicle Care specified government test performance which all vehicle is significantly pulling to one side or the other. Some slight pull to surfaces of asphalt and passenger car tires must meet the left or right, depending on the concrete. A tire marked C may under the Federal Motor Safety crown of the road and/or other road Standard No.

  • Page 405: Tire Chains

    Vehicle Care Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel Whenever a wheel, wheel bolt, Tire Chains nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor or wheel nut is replaced on a dual System (TPMS) sensors with new wheel setup, check the wheel nut Warning GM original equipment parts. torque after 160,1 600, and 10 000 km (100,1,000, and If the vehicle has LT275/65R18,...

  • Page 406: If A Tire Goes Flat

    Vehicle Care leak out slowly. But if there ever is a Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) blowout, here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: manufacturer's instructions. To vehicle has 255/70R17, If a front tire fails, the flat tire help avoid damage to the vehicle, LT245/75R17, or LT275/70R18 creates a drag that pulls the vehicle...
  • Page 407 Vehicle Care If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place, well off the road, 4. Turn off the engine and do underinflated or flat may cause a if possible.

  • Page 408: Tire Changing

    Vehicle Care 1. Wheel Block (If Equipped) 6. Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks 2. Flat Tire The equipment is under the second The following information explains row seats, if equipped, or behind the how to use the jack and change front row seats on regular cab a tire.
  • Page 409 Vehicle Care the spare tire lock, insert the 4. Insert the hoist end (open ignition key, turn, and pull end) (10) of the extension straight out. through the hole (9) in the rear bumper. Do not use the chiseled end of the wheel wrench.
  • Page 410 Vehicle Care 9. If equipped with a spare tire cable remove the cable from the spare tire by passing the clip through the looped end of the cable. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Use the following pictures and All Other Models 7.
  • Page 411 Vehicle Care The tools you will be using include with the center cap after they back side, and use a jack the jack (1), the wheel blocks (2), are loosened. Remove the handle extension to push out the jack handle (3), the jack handle entire center cap.
  • Page 412 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) jack or placing an object under the vehicle. See Power Assist Steps 0 34. Front Position All Other Models Rear Position 1500 Models 4. If the flat tire is on the front of 5. If the flat tire is on the rear, the vehicle, position the jack position the jack under the rear under the bracket attached to...
  • Page 413 Vehicle Care Warning Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted on a jack is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
  • Page 414 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Warning Warning (Continued) cloth or a paper towel can be Never use oil or grease on bolts If any stud is damaged because used; however, use a scraper or nuts because the nuts might of a loose-running wheel, it could come loose.
  • Page 415 Vehicle Care have a tire removed or serviced. Warning Caution (Continued) See Capacities and Specifications 0 458. Wheel nuts that are improperly or torque specification. See When reinstalling the regular wheel incorrectly tightened can cause Capacities and Specifications and tire, also reinstall either the the wheels to become loose or 0 458 for the wheel nut torque center cap, or bolt-on hub cap,...
  • Page 416 Vehicle Care Store the tire under the rear of the Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) vehicle in the spare tire carrier. collision, loose equipment could pointing down and have the strike someone. Store all these in wheel/tire repaired as soon as the proper place.
  • Page 417 Vehicle Care 1. If equipped with a spare tire cable, reinstall the cable to the spare wheel by looping the cable around a wheel vent window then pass the clip end of the cable through the looped end. The excess cable wire should be on the valve stem side of the spare tire.
  • Page 418 Vehicle Care 5. Insert the hoist end (10) through the hole (9) in the rear bumper and onto the hoist shaft. 7. If equipped with a spare tire 9. Make sure the tire is stored Do not use the chiseled end of cable, orient the cable by securely.

  • Page 419: Full-Size Spare Tire

    Vehicle Care Return the jack and tools to their original location in the vehicle. See Removing the Spare Tire and Tools. Correctly Stored If equipped with a spare tire cable, reattach the clip to the Full-Size Spare Tire frame attachment bracket. Note that there may be slack in the If this vehicle came with a full-size cable.

  • Page 420: Jump Starting

    Vehicle Care should not be driven on over This spare tire was developed for Jump Starting 112 km/h (70 mph), or 88 km/h use on this vehicle, so it is all right (55 mph) when pulling a trailer, at to drive on it. If the vehicle has Jump Starting - North the proper inflation pressure.
  • Page 421 Vehicle Care 1. Good Battery Positive Warning (Continued) Caution Terminal 2. Good Battery Negative HANDLING. For more information Ignoring these steps could result Terminal go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ in costly damage to the vehicle 3. Discharged Battery Remote passenger-vehicle. that would not be covered by the Negative Terminal vehicle warranty.
  • Page 422 Vehicle Care The jump start positive post (3) and another vehicle to start your the negative grounding point (4) for diesel engine. If your vehicle the discharged battery are on the has more than one battery, passenger side of the vehicle. using the battery that is closer to the starter will reduce The positive jump start connection...
  • Page 423 Vehicle Care vehicle, be sure the transfer The positive (+) terminal is Warning (Continued) case is in a drive gear, not in under a red plastic cover at the N (Neutral). positive battery post. To and some have been blinded. uncover the positive (+) Use a flashlight if you need more terminal, open the red plastic...
  • Page 424 Vehicle Care Before you connect the cables, 8. Do not let the other end touch Caution here are some basic things you metal. Connect it to the should know. Positive (+) will positive (+) terminal of the If the jumper cables are go to positive (+) or to a remote good battery.

  • Page 425: Towing The Vehicle

    Vehicle Care Towing the Vehicle GM recommends a flatbed tow truck to transport a disabled vehicle. Use ramps to help reduce approach Caution angles, if necessary. A towed vehicle should have its drive wheels Incorrectly towing a disabled off the ground. Contact Roadside vehicle may cause damage.
  • Page 426 Vehicle Care dinghy and dolly towing. Dinghy Whether the vehicle is ready to Dinghy Towing towing is towing the vehicle with all be towed. Just as preparing the (Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles and four wheels on the ground. Dolly vehicle for a long trip, make sure Vehicles with a Single-Speed towing is towing the vehicle with two the vehicle is prepared to be...
  • Page 427 Vehicle Care Two-wheel-drive vehicles and 5. With the engine running, Warning vehicles with a single-speed transfer release the parking brake and case should not be towed with all verify that the transfer case is Shifting a four-wheel-drive four wheels on the ground. in N (Neutral) by shifting the vehicle's transfer case into transmission to D (Drive) and...
  • Page 428 Vehicle Care 10. Move the steering wheel to 3. Turn on the ignition with the Warning (Continued) make sure the steering column engine off. For vehicles with a is unlocked. key, turn the ignition to ON/ negative battery cable and cover RUN with the engine off.
  • Page 429 Vehicle Care 8. Start the engine. Check that Dolly Towing Caution the vehicle is in 2 (Two-Wheel Drive High) by Do not tow this vehicle with two starting the engine and shifting wheels on the ground, or vehicle the transmission to D (Drive) damage could occur.

  • Page 430: Appearance Care

    Vehicle Care Appearance Care Caution Caution Exterior Care Do not use petroleum-based, Do not power wash any acidic, or abrasive cleaning component under the hood that Locks agents as they can damage the has this symbol. vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic Locks are lubricated at the factory.
  • Page 431 Vehicle Care Automatic Car Wash must be turned off. Remove any the vehicle as soon as possible. accessories that may be damaged If necessary, use non-abrasive or interfere with the car wash cleaners that are marked safe for Caution equipment. painted surfaces to remove foreign matter.
  • Page 432 Vehicle Care To keep the paint finish looking new, Always dilute a concentrated the loose dirt and using a mild keep the vehicle garaged or cleaner according to the detergent. To restore the original covered whenever possible. manufacturer s instructions. appearance, apply the bedliner conditioner available through your Do not use cleaners that are not...
  • Page 433 Vehicle Care Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ Aftermarket appearance caps or Shutter System covers while the lamps are Lenses, Emblems, Decals and illuminated, due to excessive Stripes heat generated. Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth, and a car washing soap Caution to clean exterior lamps, lenses, emblems, decals and stripes.
  • Page 434 Vehicle Care a buildup of vehicle wash/wax Caution Caution (Continued) treatments may cause wiper streaking. Using petroleum-based tire dust and ice. Always wash the Replace the wiper blades if they are dressing products on the vehicle chrome with soap and water after worn or damaged.
  • Page 435 Vehicle Care for surface condition. Inspect drum Do not directly power wash the Caution brake linings/shoes for wear or transfer case and/or front/rear axle cracks. Inspect all other brake parts. output seals. High pressure water Lubrication of applicable can overcome the seals and Steering, Suspension, and suspension points should not be contaminate the fluid.

  • Page 436: Interior Care

    Vehicle Care Chemical Paint Spotting cloth. Do not spray cleaners on any create streaks and attract dirt. switches or controls. Remove Do not use solutions that contain Airborne pollutants can fall upon cleaners quickly. strong or caustic soap. and attack painted vehicle surfaces Before using cleaners, read and Do not heavily saturate the causing blotchy, ring-shaped...
  • Page 437 Vehicle Care Speaker Covers To clean: If the soil is not completely removed, it may be necessary to 1. Saturate a clean, lint-free Vacuum around a speaker cover use a commercial upholstery colorfast cloth with water. gently, so that the speaker will not cleaner or spot lifter.
  • Page 438 Vehicle Care Caution Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) Do not attach a device with a Wipe excess moisture from these any plastic or painted surface in suction cup to the display. This surfaces after cleaning and allow the vehicle, blot immediately and may cause damage and would them to dry naturally.

  • Page 439: Floor Mats

    Vehicle Care Floor Mats Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is not equipped with a floor mat retainer on the driver Warning side floor. If a floor mat is the wrong size or Use the floor mat with the is not properly installed, it can correct side up.

  • Page 440: Service And Maintenance

    Service and Maintenance Service and General Information Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing Maintenance This maintenance section applies to competitively priced maintenance vehicles with a gasoline engine. For and repair services. With trained diesel engine vehicles, see technicians, the dealer is the place "Maintenance Schedule"...
  • Page 441 Service and Maintenance Are driven on reasonable road Caution (Continued) Warning surfaces within legal driving limits. approved by GM could damage Performing maintenance work can Use the recommended fuel. See the vehicle, requiring expensive be dangerous and can cause Recommended Fuel (Except repairs that are not covered by serious injury.
  • Page 442 Service and Maintenance Maintenance filter must be changed at least once The filter should be replaced as part a year and the oil life system must of routine scheduled maintenance. Schedule be reset. Your trained dealer Inspect the passenger compartment technician can perform this work.
  • Page 443 Service and Maintenance Air Conditioning Desiccant filter life system. See Engine Air fittings, lubricate the suspension Filter Life System 0 343. If the and steering components every (Replace Every Seven Years) vehicle is not equipped with the other oil change for normal The air conditioning system requires engine air filter life system, usage and every oil change for...
  • Page 444 Service and Maintenance Lubricate body components. See Inspect sunroof track and seal, Exterior Care 0 429. if equipped. See Sunroof 0 50. Check starter switch. See Starter Verify spare tire key lock Switch Check 0 363. operation and lubricate as needed.
  • Page 445 Service and Maintenance Additional Required Services Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Check engine air filter life percentage and status. Change engine air filter, if needed.
  • Page 446 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Replace brake fluid. (7) Replace windshield wiper blades. (8) Replace hood gas struts and tailgate dampener. (9) Replace air conditioning desiccant. (10) Footnotes Maintenance Service location can help you (4) Do not directly power wash the Schedule Additional Required determine when it is the right time to transfer case and/or front/rear axle...
  • Page 447 Service and Maintenance (6) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. Inspect for fraying, excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed. (7) Replace brake fluid every five years. See Brake Fluid 0 357. (8) Or every 12 months, whichever comes first. See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 364.
  • Page 448 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Check engine air filter life percentage and status. Change engine air filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter.
  • Page 449 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (4) Do not directly power wash the Special Application Schedule Additional Required transfer case and/or front/rear axle Services Services - Severe output seals. High pressure water can overcome the seals and (1) Or every two years, whichever Vehicles with Dual Wheels: contaminate the fluid.
  • Page 450 Service and Maintenance Additional To avoid break-down or failure to Trained dealer technicians have start the vehicle, maintain a access to tools and equipment Maintenance and Care battery with full cranking power. to inspect the brakes and recommend quality parts Trained dealer technicians have Your vehicle is an important engineered for the vehicle.
  • Page 451 Service and Maintenance Lamps of leaking, blown seals, Vehicle Care or damage, and can advise Properly working headlamps, To help keep the vehicle looking like when service is needed. taillamps, and brake lamps are new, vehicle care products are important to see and be seen on available from your dealer.
  • Page 452 Service and Maintenance Trained dealer technicians can inspect the windshield and recommend proper replacement if needed. Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view. Signs of wear include streaking, skipping across the windshield, and worn or split rubber.
  • Page 453 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants This maintenance section applies to vehicles with a gasoline engine. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Duramax diesel supplement. Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Automatic Transmission (6-Speed...
  • Page 454 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Front Axle (Four-Wheel Drive) and See your dealer. Rear Axle Hydraulic Brake System (Vehicles DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19353126, in with DOT 3 brake fluid) Canada 19353127). See Brake Fluid 0 357. Hydraulic Brake System (Vehicles DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No.
  • Page 455 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter With high capacity air cleaner 84121219...
  • Page 456 Service and Maintenance Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number 6.2L V8 12622441 41-114 6.6L V8 12622441 41-114 Wiper Blades Driver Side 55 cm (21.7 in) 84578275 Passenger Side 55 cm (21.7 in) 84578275...
  • Page 457 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...

  • Page 458: Technical Data

    Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Identification parts. See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications 0 458 for the vehicle's engine code. Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Service Parts Vehicle Identification Identification Number (VIN) ....457 Service Parts Identification .
  • Page 459 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 452. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and...
  • Page 460 Technical Data Capacities Application Metric English 4.3L V6 Engine 1500 Series 5.7 L 6.0 qt 5.3L V8 Engine 1500 Series (L84) 7.6 L 8.0 qt 6.2L V8 Engine 1500 Series 7.6 L 8.0 qt 6.6L V8 Gas Engine 2500 Series and 3500 Series 7.6 L 8.0 qt Fuel Tank...
  • Page 461 Technical Data Capacities Application Metric English 3500 Series Chassis Cab Rear Tank 151.4 L 40.0 gal Transfer Case Fluid (1500 Series Only) 1.5 L 1.6 qt Transfer Case Fluid (2500 and 3500 Series Only) 2.3 L 2.4 qt Wheel Nut Torque 140 lb ft All capacities are approximate.
  • Page 462 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement. 4.3L, 5.3L, and 6.2L Engines 6.6L Engine (Dual Generator) 2.7L Engine 6.6L Engine (Single Generator)

  • Page 463: Customer Information

    Procedure ....462 GMC. Normally, any concerns with General Motors ... . . 473...
  • Page 464 40 days. If you do not agree with the STEP THREE Canadian When contacting GMC, remember decision given in your case, you Owners : In the event that you do that your concern will likely be may reject it and proceed with any not feel your concerns have been resolved at a dealer's facility.

  • Page 465: Customer Assistance

    1908 Colonel Sam Drive completed in about 70 days. We Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 However, if a customer wishes to believe our impartial program offers write or e-mail GMC, the letter www.gmc.ca advantages over courts in most should be addressed to: 1-800-263-3777 (English)

  • Page 466: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users

    : View maintenance schedules, mygmccanada.ca alerts, and Vehicle Diagnostic Text Telephone (TTY) Information. Schedule service Users Visit the GMC Owner Centre at appointments. mygmccanada.ca (English) or To assist customers who are deaf, : View and print dealer-recorded my.gmccanada.ca (French) to...

  • Page 467: Roadside Assistance

    Calling for Assistance crash and cannot be driven. General Motors North America and Assistance is not given when the GMC reserve the right to make any When calling Roadside Assistance, vehicle is stuck in the sand, changes or discontinue the have the following information mud, or snow.

  • Page 468: Scheduling Service

    Customer Information responsibility for the repair or regularly traveled or maintained Assistance advisor may give replacement of the tire if it is not public road, which includes ice and permission to get local covered by the warranty. winter roads. Off-road use is not emergency road service.

  • Page 469: Courtesy Transportation

    Customer Information safety related. If it is, please call entitled Limited Warranty and amounts should reflect actual costs your dealership, let them know this, Owner Assistance Information and be supported by original and ask for instructions. furnished with each new vehicle receipts.

  • Page 470: Collision Damage Repair

    Customer Information Additional Program Collision Parts Aftermarket collision parts are also available. These are made by Information Genuine GM Collision parts are new companies other than GM and may parts made with the same materials All program options, such as shuttle not have been tested for the vehicle.
  • Page 471 Customer Information Insuring the Vehicle parts. Read the lease carefully, as Vehicle make, model, and you may be charged at the end of model year Protect your investment in the GM the lease for poor quality repairs. Vehicle Identification vehicle with comprehensive and Number (VIN) collision insurance coverage.

  • Page 472: Publication Ordering

    Customer Information original GM parts. Remember, Publication Ordering Current and Past Models recycled parts will not be covered by Information Service manuals and customer the GM vehicle warranty. literature are available for many Service Manuals Insurance pays the bill for the repair, current and past model year GM but you must live with the repair.

  • Page 473: Reporting Safety Defects

    Customer Information Radio Frequency Reporting Safety To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline Statement Defects toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 This vehicle has systems that (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Reporting Safety Defects operate on a radio frequency that http://www.safercar.gov; or complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the to the United States write to:...

  • Page 474: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors

    Transport Canada) in a situation like data to help the dealer technician this, notify General Motors. service the vehicle or to help GM In the U.S., call 1-800-GMC-8782 improve safety or features. Some (1-800-462-8782), or write: modules may also store data about...

  • Page 475: Cybersecurity

    Customer Information Cybersecurity your vehicle to any unknown or Whether or not the driver and untrusted networks (such as passenger safety belts were GM collects information about the Bluetooth, WIFI or similar buckled/fastened; use of your vehicle including technology). In the event you How far (if at all) the driver was operational and safety related suspect any security incident...

  • Page 476: Onstar

    Customer Information To read data recorded by an EDR, OnStar Infotainment System special equipment is required, and If the vehicle is equipped with If the vehicle is equipped with a access to the vehicle or the EDR is OnStar and has an active service navigation system as part of the needed.

  • Page 477: Onstar

    OnStar OnStar OnStar Overview Terms, Privacy Statement, and Software Terms for more details including system limitations at www.onstar.com (U.S.) or OnStar Overview www.onstar.ca (Canada). OnStar Overview ... . . 476 The OnStar system status light is OnStar Services next to the OnStar buttons.
  • Page 478 OnStar OnStar Services Press Press to get a priority connection to an OnStar Advisor available Open the OnStar app on the 24/7 to: Emergency infotainment display. See the infotainment manual for Get help for an emergency. Emergency Services require an information on how to use the Be a Good Samaritan or active safety and security plan.
  • Page 479 OnStar Security OnStar Additional Reactivation for Subsequent Owners Information If equipped, OnStar provides these services: Press and follow the prompts to In-Vehicle Audio Messages speak to an Advisor as soon as With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, possible. The Advisor will update OnStar Advisors can use GPS to Audio messages may play important vehicle records and explain OnStar...
  • Page 480 OnStar to the vehicle in a crash, or wireless access to all OnStar services, Press to speak with an phone network congestion or except Virtual Advisor and OnStar Advisor. jamming may prevent service. Turn-by-Turn Navigation. OnStar or connected services See Radio Frequency Statement If equipped, TTY mode can be cannot work unless the vehicle is in 0 472.
  • Page 481 OnStar Languages call OnStar. However, OnStar may come on. Press to try the could have difficulty identifying call again or try again after driving a The vehicle can be programmed to the exact location. few miles into another cellular area. respond in multiple languages.
  • Page 482 OnStar security, or the operation of the Privacy libcurl: vehicle or the vehicle systems. COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION The complete OnStar Privacy Software updates or changes may NOTICE Statement may be found at affect or erase data or settings that www.onstar.com (U.S.), Copyright (c) 1996 - 2010, Daniel are stored in the vehicle, such as or www.onstar.ca (Canada).
  • Page 483 OnStar OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, For the purposes of this copyright Permission is granted to anyone to OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION and license, Info-ZIP is defined as use this software for any purpose, WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE the following set of individuals: including commercial applications, USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN and to alter it and redistribute it...
  • Page 484 OnStar 3. Altered versions including, but 4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use not limited to, ports to new the names Info-ZIP, Zip, operating systems, existing UnZip, UnZipSFX, WiZ, ports with new graphical Pocket UnZip, Pocket Zip, interfaces, and dynamic, and MacZip for its own shared, or static library source and binary releases.

  • Page 485: Connected Services

    Connected Services Connected Connected Services OnStar app on the infotainment display. For other vehicles press Services as follows. Navigation Cancel Route Navigation requires a specific Connected Services OnStar or connected service plan. 1. Press . System responds: Navigation ....484 OnStar ready, then a tone.
  • Page 486 Connected Services 2. Say Repeat. System See www.onstar.com (U.S.) or Wi-Fi Hotspot (If Equipped) responds with the last direction www.onstar.ca (Canada). The vehicle may have a built-in given, then responds with Wi-Fi hotspot that provides access Connections OnStar ready, then a tone. to the Internet and web content at 4G LTE speed.
  • Page 487 OnStar smartphone: Advanced Diagnostics, if equipped, Connect with GMC on social Remotely start/stop the vehicle, provides a way to keep up on media. if factory-equipped. maintenance. Capabilities vary by Features are subject to change.

  • Page 488: Index

    Index Index Airbag System (cont'd) What Makes an Airbag Accessories and Inflate? ......75 Modifications ....329 What Will You See after an Accessory Power .
  • Page 489 Index Assistance Program, Battery (cont'd) Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Power Protection ... . . 174 Headlamps, Front Turn Roadside ..... . 466 Battery - North America .
  • Page 490 Index Caution, Danger, and Warning ..3 Climate Control Systems (cont'd) Courtesy Transportation Heating ..... . . 177 Program .
  • Page 491 Index Diagnostics Driving (cont'd) Engine (cont'd) Vehicle Load Limits ... 200 Check Light (Malfunction Connected Services ..486 Wet Roads ....196 Indicator) .
  • Page 492 Index Extender, Seat Belt ....70 Folding Mirrors ....42 Full-Size Spare Tire .
  • Page 493 Index Glove Box ..... . 112 Heater Infotainment System ... . 475 GM Mobility Reimbursement Engine .
  • Page 494 Index Lamps (cont'd) Lights (cont'd) Lights (cont'd) On Reminder ....146 Charging System ... . . 137 Traction Off .
  • Page 495 Index Maintenance Schedule (cont'd) Mirrors, Interior Rearview ..44 OnStar Overview ....476 Recommended Fluids and Mode ......238 OnStar Security .
  • Page 496 Index Passenger Compartment Air Proposition Recreational Vehicle Towing ..424 65 Warning, Filter ......183 Reimbursement Program, California .
  • Page 497 Index Roads Seats Service (cont'd) Scheduling Appointments ..467 Driving, Wet ....196 Adjustment, Front ....54 Center Seat .
  • Page 498 Index Steering (cont'd) System (cont'd) Tires (cont'd) Wheel Adjustment ... . .118 Infotainment ... . . 176, 475 Pressure ....387, 389 Wheel Controls .
  • Page 499 Index Traction Ventilation, Air ....182 Limited-Slip Differential ..242 Visors ......50 Underseat Storage .
  • Page 500 Index Winter Driving ......197 Winter Tires ....380 Wiper Blade Replacement .
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