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2009 GMC Sierra Denali Owner Manual

Seats and Restraint System ............................. 1-1

Head Restraints

......................................... 1-2

Front Seats

............................................... 1-3

Rear Seats

.............................................. 1-10

Safety Belts

............................................. 1-11

Child Restraints

....................................... 1-33

Airbag System

......................................... 1-56

Restraint System Check

Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1

Keys

........................................................ 2-3

Doors and Locks

....................................... 2-9

Windows

................................................. 2-14

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

.................................................... 2-38

Object Detection Systems

OnStar

System

...................................... 2-51

Universal Home Remote System

Storage Areas

......................................... 2-61

Sunroof

.................................................. 2-64

............................ 1-72

............................ 2-17

........... 2-21

.......................... 2-42

................ 2-54

Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

...................................... 3-21

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(s)

....................................... 3-74

Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1

Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle

Towing

................................................... 4-39

Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1

Service

..................................................... 5-3

Fuel

......................................................... 5-5

Checking Things Under the Hood

All-Wheel Drive

........................................ 5-47

Rear Axle

............................................... 5-48

Front Axle

............................................... 5-49

Headlamp Aiming

..................................... 5-50

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

...................................................... 5-62

.......................... 3-4

........ 3-31

.................. 3-48

....... 4-2

............... 5-12

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Page 1 2009 GMC Sierra Denali Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ......1-1 Instrument Panel ..........3-1 Head Restraints Instrument Panel Overview ......... 1-2 ......3-4 Front Seats Climate Controls ..........1-3 ........3-21 Rear Seats ..........1-10 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ..
Page 2 Customer Assistance Information ....7-1 Appearance Care ........5-105 Customer Assistance and Information ... 7-2 Vehicle Identiﬁcation ....... 5-113 Reporting Safety Defects ......7-14 Electrical System ........5-113 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ... 7-16 Capacities and Speciﬁcations ....5-121 Index ..............
Page 3 For vehicles P.O. Box 07130 ﬁrst sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Detroit, MI 48207 Motors of Canada Limited” for GMC wherever it appears 1-800-551-4123 in this manual. helminc.com This manual describes features that may or may not be on your speciﬁc vehicle.
Page 4 Safety Warnings and Symbols A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle. A circle with a slash Notice: These mean there is something that could through it is a safety damage your vehicle. symbol which means “Do Many times, this damage would not be covered by the Not,”...
Page 5 Vehicle Symbol Chart : Fuses Here are some additional symbols that may be found on : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the index. : LATCH System Child Restraints : Adjustable Pedals : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : Airbag Readiness Light...
Page 6 ✍ NOTES...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint System Head Restraints ..........1-2 Child Restraint Systems .........1-40 Where to Put the Restraint ......1-42 Front Seats ............1-3 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children Power Seats ..........1-3 (LATCH) ..........1-43 Power Lumbar ..........1-4 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Heated Seats ..........1-5 Position ...........1-50 Heated and Cooled Seats ........1-5...
Page 8 Head Restraints The front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. CAUTION: 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 9 Front Seats Power Seats Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the restraint down. Push down on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place.
Page 10 Power Lumbar Your vehicle may have additional features to adjust your vehicle’s power seat: • Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down. • Raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the control up or down.
Page 11 Heated and Cooled Seats Release the control when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of lumbar support. Your vehicle may have a memory function which allows If the front seats have the seat settings to be saved and recalled. See Memory heated and cooled seat Features on page 1-6 for more information.
Page 12 Memory Features (Heated Seatback): To heat only the seatback, press the button with the heated seatback symbol. On vehicles with the memory package, the controls for This symbol will appear on the climate control display to this feature are located on the driver’s door panel. indicate that the feature is on.
Page 13 To save your positions in memory, do the following: If you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to enter your vehicle and the remote recall memory feature 1. Adjust the driver’s seat, including the seatback is on, automatic seat, mirror, steering wheel position, recliner and lumbar, both outside mirrors, steering and adjustable pedal movement will occur.
Page 14 Easy Exit Seat Reclining Seatbacks The control for this feature is located on the driver’s door panel between buttons 1 and 2. With the vehicle in P (Park), the exit position can be recalled by pressing the exit button. A single beep sounds and the driver’s seat moves back.
Page 15 CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
Page 16 Rear Seats CAUTION: Rear Seat Operation A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly (All Except Extended Cab) attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt Folding Rear Seat could be seriously injured. After raising the rear On a vehicle with a second row 60/40 split seat either seatback, always check to be sure that the safety side of the rear seat may be folded for added cargo...
Page 17 Safety Belts CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone People riding on the tailgate (if equipped) can This part of the manual tells you how to use safety easily lose their balance and fall even when the belts properly. It also tells you some things you should vehicle is operated at low speeds.
Page 18 Why Safety Belts Work In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts. Here is why: When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have it goes.
Page 19 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 1-13...
Page 20 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In or the instrument panel... a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-14...
Page 21 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt? You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
Page 22 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? This section is only for people of adult size. You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in a Be aware that there are special things to know about crash —...
Page 23 In a crash, 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.
Page 24 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt snugly against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose.
Page 25 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 26 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries.
Page 27 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 28 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 29 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 30 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer/retailer to ﬁx it.
Page 31 Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt except for the center front passenger position (if equipped), which has a lap belt. See Lap Belt on page 1-31 for more information. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly.
Page 32 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The shoulder belt. belt should return to its stowed position. It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety Before a door is closed, be sure the safety belt is out of belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the the way.
Page 33 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Squeeze the buttons (A) on the sides of the height The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the adjuster and move the driver and right front passenger positions. height adjuster to the desired position. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on the shoulder.
Page 34 Safety Belt Pretensioners Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added outboard occupants. Although the safety belt safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the safety booster seats and for some adults.
Page 35 2. Place the guide over the belt, and insert the two 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.
Page 36 CAUTION: A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 37 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Lap Belt Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant This part is only for the lap belt. To learn how to wear a women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be lap-shoulder belt, see Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 1-25. seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts.
Page 38 Safety Belt Extender If the safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer/retailer will order you an extender. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
Page 39 Child Restraints The manufacturer’s instructions that come with the booster seat, state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder Older Children belt until the child passes the below ﬁt test: • Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, continue.
Page 40: Safety Belts
What is the proper way to wear safety belts? CAUTION: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face Never do this. or neck. The lap belt should ﬁt snugly below the Never allow two children to wear the same safety hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 41 CAUTION: Never do this. Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt.
Page 42 Infants and Young Children CAUTION: Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints.
Page 43 CAUTION: Never do this. Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) infant will suddenly become a 240 lb (110 kg) force on a person’s arms.
Page 44: Child Restraints
CAUTION: Never do this. Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat.
Page 45 For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a CAUTION: child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle A young child’s hip bones are still so small that safety standards.
Page 46 Child Restraint Systems A rear-facing infant seat (A) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the A booster seat (C-D) is a child restraint designed to restraint.
Page 47 Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the Vehicle the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy CAUTION: from the manufacturer.
Page 48 Where to Put the Restraint CAUTION: (Continued) According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint very close to the inﬂating airbag. A child in a system or infant restraint system secured in a rear forward-facing child restraint can be seriously seating position.
Page 49 Lower Anchors and Tethers for CAUTION: Children (LATCH) The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving A child in a child restraint in the center front seat or in a crash. This system is designed to make can be badly injured or killed by the frontal airbags installation of a child restraint easier.
Page 50 Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Lower anchors (A) are metal bars built into the vehicle. A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the position that will accommodate a child restraint with vehicle.
Page 51 Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Locations 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 52 Be sure to read the instructions below to properly install a child restraint using these loops. Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached.
Page 53 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System CAUTION: Do not attach more than one child restraint to a CAUTION: single anchor, except for the center top tether anchors in the crew cab models. Attaching more If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to than one child restraint to a single anchor could anchors, the child restraint will not be able to cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or...
Page 54 Do not fold the empty rear seat with a safety belt buckled. This could damage the safety belt or CAUTION: the seat. Unbuckle and return the safety belt to its stowed position, before folding the seat. Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a 1.
Page 55 2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor (loop), if your vehicle has one. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps: Example —...
Page 56: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch)
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear 2.2. When using a child restraint with a top tether in the rear center position: Seat Position A. Route the top tether (B) through the When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, center loop (D), and behind the study the instructions that came with the child restraint to inboard passenger side headrest or...
Page 57 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends using a Position the release button on the buckle so that top tether, attach and tighten the top tether to the top the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if tether anchor. Refer to the instructions that came with the necessary.
Page 58 To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position. If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor, disconnect it. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position This vehicle has airbags.
Page 59 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be even if the airbag is off. If you secure a seriously injured or killed if the right front forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, passenger airbag inﬂates.
Page 60 In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. 1.
Page 61 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, the retractor to set the lock. pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Page 62: Airbag System
If the airbag is off, the off indicator in the passenger All of the airbags in the vehicle will have the word airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when AIRBAG embossed in the trim or on an attached label the vehicle is started.
Page 63 Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: CAUTION: CAUTION: Airbags inﬂate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if seriously injured or killed.
Page 64 There is an airbag readiness light on the CAUTION: instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for The system checks the airbag electrical system for young children and infants.
Page 65: Where Are The Airbags
Where Are the Airbags? The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-59...
Page 66 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inﬂating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag...
Page 67: When Should An Airbag Inflate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? • If the vehicle goes into an object at an angle, the airbags could inﬂate at a different crash speed Frontal airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to than if the vehicle goes straight into the object. severe frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce the Thresholds can also vary with speciﬁc vehicle design.
Page 68: What Makes An Airbag Inflate
How Does an Airbag Restrain? Roof-rail airbags are not intended to inﬂate in rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags will deploy when either side of the vehicle is struck, or if the sensing system In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, predicts that the vehicle is about to roll over, or in even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or a severe frontal impact.
Page 69: What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates
What Will You See After an Airbag CAUTION: Inﬂates? After the frontal airbags inﬂate, they quickly deﬂate, so When an airbag inﬂates, there may be dust in the quickly that some people may not even realize an air. This dust could cause breathing problems for airbag inﬂated.
Page 70: Passenger Sensing System
Passenger Sensing System In many crashes severe enough to inﬂate the airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger airbag. right front passenger position. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console •...
Page 71 The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger seat and safety CAUTION: belt. The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly-seated occupant and determine if the right front passenger frontal airbag should be enabled A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be (may inﬂate) or not.
Page 72 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off For some children, including children in child restraints, the right front passenger frontal airbag if: and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger •...
Page 73 If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child 5. If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, turn the Restraint vehicle off. Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion, if adjustable, to If a child restraint has been installed and the on make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing indicator is lit:...
Page 74 If the Off Indicator is Lit for an If this happens, use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the right front Adult-Size Occupant passenger frontal airbag: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Remove any additional material from the seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers.
Page 75 Additional Factors Affecting System We recommend that you not use seat covers or other aftermarket equipment except when approved by GM for Operation your speciﬁc vehicle. See Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-71 for more Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the information about modiﬁcations that can affect how the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which system operates.
Page 76: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped CAUTION: Vehicle Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced. For up to 10 seconds after the ignition is turned off There are parts of the airbag system in several places and the battery is disconnected, an airbag can still around the vehicle.
Page 77 Adding Equipment to Your installed under or on top of the seat fabric, could also interfere with the operation of the passenger Airbag-Equipped Vehicle sensing system. This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing system from Is there anything I might add to or change properly turning off the passenger airbag(s).
Page 78: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Make sure the airbag Checking the Restraint Systems readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-35 for more information. Safety Belts Notice: If an airbag covering is damaged, opened, Now and then, check the safety belt reminder light, or broken, the airbag may not work properly.
Page 79: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash, you may need new LATCH system After a Crash parts. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt or LATCH system (if equipped), was CAUTION: not being used at the time of the crash.
Page 80 ✍ NOTES 1-74...
Page 81 Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............2-3 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ....2-21 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ....2-4 New Vehicle Break-In ........2-21 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Ignition Positions ..........2-21 Operation ...........2-4 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ....2-23 Remote Vehicle Start ........2-7 Starting the Engine ........2-23 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ....2-24 Doors and Locks ..........2-9...
Page 82 Section 2 Features and Controls Object Detection Systems .......2-42 Storage Areas ..........2-61 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Glove Box ...........2-61 Assist (URPA) ...........2-42 Cupholders ..........2-61 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ......2-45 Instrument Panel Storage .......2-61 Center Console Storage .........2-62 ® OnStar System ..........2-51 Rear Seat Armrest ........2-62 Universal Home Remote System ......2-54 Cargo Management System ......2-62...
Page 83: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window.
Page 84: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System
If you are locked out of the vehicle, call the Roadside If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range, Assistance Center. See Roadside Assistance Program try this: on page 7-7. • Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.
Page 85 Pressing arms the content theft-deterrent system. See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2-17. (Unlock): Press once to unlock only the driver door. is pressed again within three seconds, all remaining doors unlock. The interior lamps may come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on.
Page 86 Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer/retailer. When the replacement transmitter is programmed to this vehicle, all remaining transmitters must also be reprogrammed.
Page 87: Remote Vehicle Start
Remote Vehicle Start Do not use the remote start feature if your vehicle is low on fuel. Your vehicle may run out of fuel. Your vehicle may have a remote starting feature. This If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the RKE feature allows you to start the engine from outside of the transmitter functions will have an increased range vehicle.
Page 88 3. If it is the ﬁrst remote start since the vehicle Once two remote starts, or a single remote start with has been driven, repeat these steps, while the one time extension has been done, the vehicle must be engine is still running, to extend the engine running started with the key.
Page 89: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the key in the driver’s door. Door Locks From the inside, use the power door locks or manual door locks.
Page 90: Delayed Locking
Delayed Locking Programmable Automatic Door Locks The vehicle may have the delayed locking feature. When locking the doors with the power lock switch or Vehicles with an automatic lock/unlock feature enable the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and a door you to program the vehicle’s power door locks.
Page 91: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks To set the locks, do the following: 1. Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it Your vehicle has rear door security locks. These so the slot is in the horizontal position. prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside.
Page 92: Lockout Protection
Lockout Protection Tailgate This feature protects you from locking the key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition and a front door CAUTION: is open. If the driver’s side power door lock switch is pressed It is extremely dangerous to ride on the tailgate, when the driver’s door is open and the key is in the ignition, all of the doors will lock and then the driver’s even when the vehicle is operated at low speeds.
Page 93 Tailgate Removal 2. With the tailgate about halfway open, lift the right edge of the tailgate from the lower pivot. The tailgate can be removed to allow for different On vehicles with the tailgate assist feature, raise loading situations. Although the tailgate can be removed the tailgate nearly all the way to the closed position without assistance, you may want someone to assist prior to removing the left edge.
Page 94: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 95: Power Windows
Power Windows CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window.
Page 96: Sliding Rear Window
Express Down Windows When you close the window, be sure the latch is engaged. Vehicles with the express down feature allow the driver The sliding rear window does not have rear defogger. and front passenger windows to be lowered without holding the switch.
Page 97: Sun Visors
Sun Visors To arm the theft-deterrent system: 1. Open the door. Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Swing the sun visor to the side to cover the side window. 2. Lock the door with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Page 98 Testing the Alarm The theft-deterrent system will not activate if the doors are locked with the vehicle’s key or the manual door To test the alarm: lock. It activates only if you use the power door lock switch with the door open or the RKE transmitter. 1.
Page 99: Pass-Key Iii+ Electronic Immobilizer
® ® PASS-Key III+ Electronic PASS-Key III+ Electronic Immobilizer Immobilizer Operation ® The PASS-Key III+ system operates on a radio Your vehicle has PASS-Key III+ (Personalized frequency subject to Federal Communications Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. ® Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. PASS-Key III+ is a passive theft-deterrent system.
Page 100 If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to To program the new additional key: be undamaged, try another ignition key. At this time, 1. Verify that the new key has a stamped on it. you may also want to check the fuse, see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-114.
Page 101: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your Ignition Positions Vehicle The ignition switch has four different positions. New Vehicle Break-In Notice: The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: •...
Page 102 A (LOCK/OFF): This position locks the ignition. It also C (ON/RUN): This position can be used to operate the locks the transmission on automatic transmission electrical accessories and to display some instrument vehicles. The key can be removed in LOCK/OFF. panel cluster warning and indicator lights.
Page 103: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Starting Procedure 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the The following vehicle accessories can be used for up to ignition to START. When the engine starts, let go 10 minutes after the engine is turned off: of the key.
Page 104: Adjustable Throttle And Brake Pedal
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 2. If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds, especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or −18°C), it could be ﬂooded with too much gasoline. Try On vehicles with this feature, you can change the pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the ﬂoor position of the throttle and brake pedals.
Page 105: Engine Coolant Heater
The vehicle may have a memory function which lets pedal settings be saved and recalled. See Memory CAUTION: Features on page 1-6 for more information. Engine Coolant Heater Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of The engine coolant heater can provide easier starting extension cord could overheat and cause a ﬁre.
Page 106: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation CAUTION: ® The vehicle has a Hydra-Matic 6L80 automatic transmission, and has an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument panel cluster. The It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift electronic shift position indicator displays when the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake lever is moved out of P (Park).
Page 107 To rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with ice, or sand without damaging the transmission, the engine running at high speed may damage see If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow the transmission.
Page 108 ® When temperatures are very cold, the Hydra-Matic If the shift stabilization feature determines that a current Automatic Transmission’s gear shifting may be delayed vehicle speed cannot be maintained, the transmission providing more stable shifts until the engine warms does not upshift and instead holds the current gear. up.
Page 109 Range Selection Mode When in M (Manual Mode) a number displays next to the M, indicating the current gear that has been selected. The number displayed in the gear indicator is the highest gear that can be used. However, the vehicle can automatically shift to lower gears as it adjusts to driving conditions.
Page 110: Tow/Haul Mode
Tow/Haul Mode Press the button located on the end of the shift lever to turn the tow/haul on or off. While the tow/haul is on, a light on the instrument panel cluster comes on. See Tow/Haul Mode Light on page 3-47 for more information.
Page 111 Grade Braking Cruise Grade Braking The Grade Braking shift modes can be activated by Cruise Grade Braking assists when driving on a pressing the button on the end of the shift control lever. downhill grade. It maintains vehicle speed by While in Range Selection Mode, Grade Braking is automatically implementing a shift schedule that uses deactivated allowing the driver to select a desired range...
Page 112: Parking Brake
Parking Brake If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-38. A chime sounds and the warning light ﬂashes when the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is moving at least 5 mph (8 km/h).
Page 113 Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving. To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down, then push down momentarily on the parking brake pedal until you feel the pedal release.
Page 114: Shifting Into Park
Shifting Into Park Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION: CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 115: Shifting Out Of Park
Torque Lock • Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P (Park), unless the ignition is in ON/RUN or If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift the ACC/ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal is transmission into P (Park) properly, the weight of the applied.
Page 116: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: • The vehicle idles in areas with poor ventilation (parking garages, tunnels, deep snow that Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust may block underbody airﬂow or tail pipes). parts under the vehicle and ignite.
Page 117: Running The Vehicle While Parked
Running the Vehicle While Parked CAUTION: It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in CAUTION: P (Park) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 118: Mirrors
Mirrors (On/Off): Press to turn the dimming feature on or off. The vehicle may also have a Rear Vision Camera (RVC). See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on page 2-45 Manual Rearview Mirror for more information. Hold the inside rearview mirror in the center to move it If the vehicle has RVC, the (On/Off) button for for a clearer view behind your vehicle.
Page 119: Outside Power Mirrors
Outside Power Mirrors Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors Vehicles with outside Vehicles with outside power mirrors have power foldaway mirrors controls located on the have controls located driver door armrest. on the driver door armrest. To adjust each mirror: 1. Press (A) or (B) to select the driver or passenger Mirror Adjustment side mirror.
Page 120: Park Tilt Mirrors
Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors Turn Signal Indicator Reset the power foldaway mirrors if: The vehicle may also have a turn signal indicator on the mirror. An arrow on the mirror ﬂashes in the direction • The mirrors are accidentally obstructed while of the turn or lane change.
Page 121: Outside Convex Mirror
Outside Convex Mirror Outside Heated Mirrors For vehicles with heated mirrors: CAUTION: < (Rear Window Defogger): Press to heat the mirrors. Only the upper glass of the mirror is heated. The lower convex part of the mirror is not heated. A convex mirror can make things (like other Depending on the vehicle’s features, see “Rear Window vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
Page 122: Object Detection Systems
Object Detection Systems CAUTION: Ultrasonic Rear Parking The Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) Assist (URPA) system does not replace driver vision. It cannot detect: For vehicles with the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system, it operates at speeds less than 5 mph •...
Page 123 The display is located near To be detected, objects must be at least 10 inches the passenger side rear (25.4 cm) off the ground and below tailgate level. window and can be Objects must also be within 8 feet (2.5 m) from the rear seen by looking over your bumper.
Page 124 When the System Does Not Seem to The system can be disabled by pressing the Work Properly rear park aid disable button located next to the radio. If the URPA system will not activate due to a temporary condition, the message PARK ASSIST OFF will be displayed on the DIC and a red light will be shown on the rear URPA display when the shift lever is moved into R (Reverse).
Page 125: Rear Vision Camera (Rvc)
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) Vehicles Without Navigation System The rear vision camera system is designed to help This vehicle may have a Rear Vision Camera system. the driver when backing up by displaying a view of the Read this entire section before using it. area behind the vehicle.
Page 126 Vehicles With Navigation System The rear vision camera system is designed to help the driver when backing up by displaying a view of the area behind the vehicle. When the driver shifts the vehicle into R (Reverse), the video image automatically appears on the navigation screen.
Page 127 Adjusting the Brightness and Contrast of The symbols appear when an object has been detected by the URPA system. The symbol may cover the the Screen object when viewing the navigation screen. To adjust the brightness and contrast of the screen, To turn the symbols on or off: press the MENU button while the rear vision camera image is on the display.
Page 128 Rear Vision Camera Location The image is provided by the camera located in the bezel for the tailgate handle. The camera uses a special lens. The distance of the image that appears on the screen differs from the actual distance. The area displayed by the camera is limited. The camera does not display objects which are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper.
Page 129 Disconnecting the Rear Vision Camera 4. Install the protective connector cap onto the chassis harness where the camera connector was located. To disconnect the camera: 1. Remove the license plate. 2. Disconnect the camera connector from the chassis harness, located behind the license plate, by pressing on the release tab on the chassis harness.
Page 130 • Reverse this procedure to reinstall the rear vision A slow ﬂash may indicate a loss of video signal, or camera and make sure the grommet and connection is no video signal present during the reverse cycle. secure. • A fast ﬂash may indicate that the display has been When the System Does Not Seem To on for the maximum allowable time during a reverse cycle, or the display has reached an Over...
Page 131: Onstar System
® OnStar System Some services such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance may not be available until the owner of the vehicle registers with OnStar. After the ﬁrst prepaid year, contact OnStar to select a monthly or annual subscription payment plan.
Page 132 OnStar Services Available with the OnStar Hands-Free Calling Safe & Sound Plan OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows eligible OnStar subscribers to make and receive calls using voice • Automatic Notiﬁcation of Airbag Deployment commands. Hands-Free Calling is fully integrated into • Advanced Automatic Crash Notiﬁcation (AACN) the vehicle, and can be used with OnStar Pre-Paid (If equipped)
Page 133 OnStar Virtual Advisor How OnStar Service Works OnStar Virtual Advisor is a feature of OnStar The OnStar system can record and transmit vehicle Hands-Free Calling that uses minutes to access information. This information is automatically sent to an location-based weather, local traffic reports, and stock OnStar Call Center when the OnStar button is pressed, quotes.
Page 134: Universal Home Remote System
Universal Home Remote Location information about the vehicle is only available if the GPS satellite signals are unobstructed and System available. The vehicle must have a working electrical system, The Universal Home Remote System provides a way to including adequate battery power, for the OnStar replace up to three hand-held Radio-Frequency (RF) equipment to operate.
Page 135: Universal Home Remote System Operation
Universal Home Remote System Be sure to keep the original remote control transmitter for use in other vehicles, as well as, for future programming. Operation (With Three Round LED) Only the original remote control transmitter is needed for Fixed Code programming. The programmed buttons should be erased when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends.
Page 136 To program up to three devices: 1. From inside the vehicle, press the two outside buttons at the same time for one to two seconds, and immediately release them. 2. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn” or “Smart”...
Page 137 4. Immediately, within one second, release the button To program up to three devices: when the garage door moves. The indicator light will blink rapidly until programming is complete. 5. Press and release the same button again. The garage door should move, conﬁrming that programming is successful and complete.
Page 138 The garage door opener receiver (motor head unit) could also have a row of dip switches that can be used when programming the Universal Home Remote. If the total number of switches on the motor head and hand held transmitter are different, or if the dip switch settings are different, use the dip switch settings on the motor head unit to program the Universal Home Remote.
Page 139 2. Write down the eight to 12 switch settings from left to right as follows: • When a switch is in the up position, write “Left.” • When a switch is in the down position, write “Right.” • If a switch is set between the up and down position, write “Middle.”...
Page 140 Using Universal Home Remote 5. After entering all of the switch positions, again, ﬁrmly press and release all three buttons at the Press and hold the appropriate button for at least half of same time. The indicator lights will turn on. a second.
Page 141: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Instrument Panel Storage Vehicles that have an instrument panel storage area, Glove Box have it located above the glove box. Lift up on the glove box lever to open it. Cupholders Vehicles with cupholders, have them located on and behind the center console and in the rear seat armrest.
Page 142: Center Console Storage
Center Console Storage Rear Seat Armrest Vehicles with an upper and lower center console Vehicles with a rear seat armrest, have two cupholders. storage area, cupholders are included. Pull the armrest down from the rear seatback to access the cupholders. Cargo Management System For vehicles with a cargo management system, it is located in the bed of the truck.
Page 143 To remove or install cargo tie-downs at the front of the bed, slide the corner cap towards the center of the bed to expose the rail notches. To remove the corner cap, pull either edge away from the rail. To remove the system, loosen the toggle bolts on each rail until they can be removed from the bed of the truck.
Page 144: Sunroof
Sunroof There are two sunroof switches located in the overhead console above On vehicles with a power sliding sunroof, the ignition the rearview mirror. needs to be turned to RUN, or the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be activated to open or close the sunroof.
Page 145 Express-Open/Express-Close: To express-open the Anti-Pinch Feature: If an object is in the path of the sunroof, fully press and release the rear of the driver’s sunroof while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will side switch. The sunroof will open automatically. To stop detect the object and stop the sunroof from closing at the sunroof partway, press the switch a second time.
Page 146 ✍ NOTES 2-66...
Page 147 Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-4 Battery Run-Down Protection ......3-19 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ......3-19 Horn .............3-6 Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter ......3-20 Tilt Wheel .............3-6 Climate Controls ..........3-21 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......3-7 Climate Control System Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......3-7 (With Air Conditioning) .......3-21 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ....3-8...
Page 148 Section 3 Instrument Panel Malfunction Indicator Lamp ......3-41 Audio System(s) ..........3-74 Oil Pressure Gage ........3-44 Setting the Clock ..........3-75 Oil Pressure Light .........3-45 Radio(s) ............3-77 Security Light ..........3-46 Using an MP3 (Radio with Six-Disc Player) ..3-94 Fog Lamp Light ..........3-46 Using an MP3 (Radio with CD and DVD Cruise Control Light ........3-46 Player) .............3-98...
Page 149 ✍ NOTES...
Page 150: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview United States version shown; Canada similar...
Page 151 The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Outlet Adjustment on page 3-30. O. Tilt Wheel on page 3-6. B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7. P. Horn on page 3-6. C. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-32. Q.
Page 152: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Tilt Wheel The tilt wheel lets the steering wheel be adjusted. (Hazard Warning Flasher): Press this button located on top of the steering column, to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off. This warns others that you are having trouble.
Page 153: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Turn and Lane-Change Signals An arrow on the instrument panel cluster ﬂashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to ﬂash to signal a lane change.
Page 154: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Turn Signal On Chime Flash-to-Pass If the turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a mile This feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps to (1.2 km), a chime sounds at each ﬂash of the turn signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. signal and the message TURN SIGNAL ON also It works even if the headlamps are in the automatic appears in the Driver Information Center (DIC).
Page 155: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Turn the band with the wiper symbol to control the windshield wipers. CAUTION: (Mist): Turn to mist for a single wiping cycle. Hold it there until the wipers start. Then let go. The wipers In freezing weather, do not use your washer until stop after one wipe.
Page 156: Cruise Control
Heated Windshield Washer Cruise Control For vehicles with the heated windshield washer ﬂuid system it can be used to help clear ice, snow, tree sap, CAUTION: or bugs from the windshield. (Heated Washer Fluid): Press the heated washer Cruise control can be dangerous where you ﬂuid button to activate the heated windshield washer cannot drive safely at a steady speed.
Page 157 Setting Cruise Control The cruise control buttons are located on left side of Cruise control will not work if the parking brake is set, or the steering wheel. if the master cylinder brake ﬂuid level is low. The cruise control light on the instrument panel cluster comes on after the cruise control has been set to the desired speed.
Page 158 Resuming a Set Speed Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the brakes are applied while the cruise control is set, the cruise control is disengaged. But it does not To reduce the vehicle speed while using cruise control: need to be reset. •...
Page 159: Exterior Lamps
Using Cruise Control on Hills Exterior Lamps How well the cruise control works on hills depends upon The exterior lamps control the vehicle speed, load, and the steepness of the is located on the instrument hills. While going up steep hills, you might have to step panel to the left of the on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle’s steering wheel.
Page 160 AUTO (Automatic): Automatically turns on the (Headlamps): Turns on the headlamps together headlamps at normal brightness, together with the with the following: following: • Parking Lamps • Parking Lamps • Instrument Panel Lights • Instrument Panel Lights • Taillamps • Taillamps •...
Page 161: Headlamps On Reminder
Headlamps on Reminder To turn off the DRL lamps, turn the exterior lamps control to the OFF position and then release. For vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada, the transmission must be A reminder chime will sound when the headlamps or in the P (Park) position, before the DRL lamps can parking lamps are manually turned on and the ignition is be turned off.
Page 162: Puddle Lamps
Puddle Lamps There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) and the automatic headlamp systems so If the vehicle has puddle lamps, they come on when the that driving under bridges or bright overhead street unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) lights does not affect the system.
Page 163: Instrument Panel Brightness
Instrument Panel Brightness Dome Lamp Override The dome lamp override button is located next to the (Instrument Panel Brightness): This feature exterior lamps control. controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights and is located next to the exterior lamp control. (Dome Off): Press the button in and the dome lamps remain off when a door is opened.
Page 164: Reading Lamps
Reading Lamps Electric Power Management For vehicles with reading lamps, they are located on the The vehicle has Electric Power Management (EPM) that overhead console. estimates the battery’s temperature and state of charge. It then adjusts the voltage for best performance To turn on the reading lamps, press the button located and extended life of the battery.
Page 165: Battery Run-Down Protection
Accessory Power Outlet(s) EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery. It does this by balancing the generator’s output and the vehicle’s electrical needs. It can increase Accessory power outlets can be used to connect engine idle speed to generate more power, whenever auxiliary electrical equipment, such as a cellular needed.
Page 166: Ashtray(S) And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter The accessory power outlets are powered, even when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF. Continuing to use power outlets while the ignition is in LOCK/OFF may The vehicle may have a front ashtray located near the cause the vehicle’s battery to run down. center of the instrument panel.
Page 167: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Temperature Control: Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle. Climate Control System (Fan Control): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise (With Air Conditioning) to increase or decrease the fan speed. Turn the knob all the way counterclockwise to turn the front With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation system off.
Page 168 This mode recirculates and helps to quickly cool the air (Defrost): This mode removes fog or frost from inside the vehicle. It can be used to help prevent the windshield more quickly. Air is directed to the outside air and odors from entering the vehicle. windshield and the side window vents, with some air directed to the ﬂoor vents.
Page 169: Climate Control System
Rear Window Defogger Climate Control System (With Heater Only) For vehicles with a rear window defogger, a warming grid is used to remove fog from the rear window. With this system the heating and ventilation can be < controlled. (Rear): Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off.
Page 170 Temperature Control: Turn clockwise or (Floor): Air is directed to the ﬂoor outlets, with counterclockwise to increase or decrease the some air directed to the windshield, side window, and temperature inside the vehicle. second row ﬂoor outlets. In this mode, the system automatically selects outside air.
Page 171: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Dual Automatic Climate Control (On/Off): Press to turn the climate control system on or off. Outside air still enters the vehicle, and is directed to System the ﬂoor. This direction can be changed by pressing the mode button. Recirculation can be selected once you The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can have selected vent or bi-level mode.
Page 172 The passenger’s temperature setting can be set to 2. Set the driver’s and passenger’s temperature. match the driver’s temperature setting by pressing the To ﬁnd your comfort setting, start with a 74°F (23°C) PASS button and turning off the PASS indicator. temperature setting and allow about 20 minutes When the passenger’s temperature setting is set for the system to regulate.
Page 173 Manual Operation (Floor): Air is directed to the ﬂoor outlets, with some to the windshield, side window outlets, and second (Fan Control): Press these buttons to increase or row ﬂoor outlets. In this mode, the system automatically decrease the fan speed. selects outside air.
Page 174 This mode recirculates and helps to quickly cool the air (Air Conditioning): Press to turn the air conditioning inside the vehicle. It can be used to help prevent (A/C) compressor on and off. An indicator light comes on outside air and odors from entering the vehicle. to show that the air conditioning is on.
Page 175 Rear Window Defogger Sensors The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. < (Rear Window Defogger): For vehicles with this feature, press to turn the defogger on or off. It automatically turns off several minutes after it has been activated.
Page 176: Outlet Adjustment
Outlet Adjustment The interior temperature sensor, located in the headliner, measures the Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side temperature of the air of the instrument panel to direct the airﬂow. Use the inside the vehicle. thumbwheels near the air outlets to open or close off the airﬂow.
Page 177: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages, and Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of the vehicle’s functions. Often gages and Indicators warning lights work together to indicate a problem with the vehicle. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause while driving, or when one of the gages shows there...
Page 178: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster The instrument panel cluster is designed to show how the vehicle is running. It shows how fast the vehicle is going, about how much fuel the vehicle has and many other things needed to drive safely and economically. United States version shown, Canada similar 3-32...
Page 179: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer To display the odometer reading with the ignition off, press the reset button. The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in both miles See DIC Operation and Displays (Using Trip Odometer per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). The Reset Stem) on page 3-48 or DIC Operation and odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in Displays (Using DIC Buttons) on page 3-50 for more...
Page 180: Safety Belt Reminders
Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the engine is started, a chime Safety Belt Reminder Light sounds for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt. This only occurs if When the engine is started, a chime sounds for the passenger airbag is enabled.
Page 181: Airbag Readiness Light
Airbag Readiness Light CAUTION: The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for possible malfunctions. If the light stays on it indicates there is an electrical problem. The system check If the airbag readiness light stays on after the includes the airbag sensor, the pretensioners, the airbag vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and means the airbag system might not be working...
Page 182: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag is enabled (may inﬂate). The vehicle has the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-64 for If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag important safety information.
Page 183: Charging System Light
Charging System Light Voltmeter Gage This light comes on brieﬂy When the engine is not when the ignition key is running, but the ignition is turned to START, but on, this gage shows the engine is not running, the battery’s state of as a check to show it charge in DC volts.
Page 184: Brake System Warning Light
The voltmeter gage may also read lower when in fuel The vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two economy mode. This is normal. parts. If one part is not working, the other part can still work and stop the vehicle. For good braking, both Readings in the low warning zone can occur when a parts need to be working well.
Page 185: Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light
Antilock Brake System (ABS) CAUTION: Warning Light For vehicles with the The brake system might not be working properly if Antilock Brake System the brake system warning light is on. Driving with (ABS), this light comes on the brake system warning light on can lead to a brieﬂy when the engine crash.
Page 186: Stabilitrak Indicator Light
® StabiliTrak Indicator Light Engine Coolant Temperature Gage For vehicles with the ® StabiliTrak system, this light comes on brieﬂy while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off.
Page 187: Tire Pressure Light
Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then is On Steady For vehicles with a tire This indicates that there could be a problem with the pressure light, this light Tire Pressure Monitor System. The light ﬂashes comes on brieﬂy when the for about a minute and stays on steady for the remainder engine is started and of the ignition cycle.
Page 188 This light should come on Notice: Modiﬁcations made to the engine, when the ignition is on, but transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the the engine is not running, vehicle or the replacement of the original tires as a check to show it with other than those of the same Tire Performance is working.
Page 189 • If the light continues to ﬂash, when it is safe to do so, Make sure to fuel the vehicle with quality fuel. Poor stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park the vehicle. fuel quality causes the engine not to run as Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds, and restart efficiently as designed and can cause: stalling after the engine.
Page 190: Oil Pressure Gage
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Oil Pressure Gage Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or might begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on the vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things to know to help the vehicle pass an inspection: •...
Page 191: Oil Pressure Light
Oil Pressure Light A reading in the low pressure zone can be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure. Check the oil as soon as possible. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-58 and Engine Oil on page 5-15.
Page 192: Security Light
Cruise Control Light If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not ﬂowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and it might have some other system The cruise control light problem.
Page 193: Tow/Haul Mode Light
Tow/Haul Mode Light An arrow on the fuel gage indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. The gage will ﬁrst indicate empty before the vehicle is This light comes on when out of fuel, and the vehicle should ﬁlled soon. the Tow/Haul mode has been activated.
Page 194: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) DIC Operation and Displays (Using Trip Odometer Reset Stem) Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC displays information about your vehicle. It also The DIC has different displays which can be accessed displays warning messages if a system problem is by pressing the trip odometer reset stem located on detected.
Page 195 Trip Odometer Compass Zone Setting Press the trip odometer reset stem until TRIP displays. This display allows for setting the compass zone. See This display shows the current distance traveled in DIC Compass on page 3-55 for more information. either miles (mi) or kilometers (km) since the last reset Compass Recalibration for the trip odometer.
Page 196: (Using Dic Buttons)
DIC Operation and Displays DIC Buttons (Using DIC Buttons) The buttons are the trip/fuel, vehicle The DIC has different displays which can be accessed information, customization, by pressing the DIC buttons located on the instrument and set/reset buttons. The panel, next to the steering wheel. button functions are The DIC displays trip, fuel, and vehicle system detailed in the following...
Page 197 Trip Odometer (Vehicle Information): Press this button to display the oil life, units, tire pressure readings, engine hours, Press the trip/fuel button until TRIP displays. This Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter programming, display shows the current distance traveled in either compass zone setting, and compass recalibration.
Page 198 Fuel Range Fuel Used Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL RANGE displays. Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL USED displays. This display shows the approximate number of This display shows the number of gallons (gal) or remaining miles (mi) or kilometers (km) the vehicle can liters (L) of fuel used since the last reset of this menu be driven without refueling.
Page 199 Transmission Temperature When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. Press the trip/fuel button until TRANS TEMP displays. See “CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON” under DIC This display shows the temperature of the automatic Warnings and Messages on page 3-58.
Page 200 Units Engine Hours Press the vehicle information button until UNITS Press the vehicle information button until ENGINE displays. This display allows you to select between HOURS displays. This display shows the total number English or Metric units of measurement. Once in this of hours the engine has run.
Page 201: Dic Compass
DIC Compass 4. To match additional transmitters at this time, repeat Step 3. Your vehicle may have a compass in the Driver Each vehicle can have a maximum of eight Information Center (DIC). transmitters matched to it. Compass Zone 5. To exit the programming mode, you must cycle the key to LOCK/OFF.
Page 202 To adjust for compass variance, use the following procedure: Compass Variance (Zone) Procedure 1. Do not set the compass zone when the vehicle is moving. Only set it when the vehicle is in P (Park). Press the vehicle information button until PRESS TO CHANGE COMPASS ZONE displays.
Page 203 4. Press the trip/fuel button until the vehicle heading, for To calibrate the compass, use the following procedure: example, N for North, is displayed in the DIC. Or, if Compass Calibration Procedure the vehicle does not have DIC buttons, press and hold the trip odometer reset stem for two seconds to 1.
Page 204: Dic Warnings And Messages
DIC Warnings and Messages CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message displays when the engine oil needs to be Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver changed. When you change the engine oil, be sure that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some to reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message.
Page 205 DRIVER DOOR OPEN ENGINE OIL HOT IDLE ENGINE This message displays and a chime sounds if the driver This message displays when the engine oil becomes door is not fully closed and the vehicle is shifted out hotter than the normal operating temperature. Stop and of P (Park).
Page 206 ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE but acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime this message stays on, the vehicle should be taken Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the engine to your dealer/retailer for service as soon as possible. is overheating, severe engine damage may occur. If FUEL LEVEL LOW an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon...
Page 207 ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE PARK ASSIST OFF This message displays when ice conditions are possible. On vehicles with the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system, after the vehicle has been started, this LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN message displays to remind the driver that the URPA system has been turned off.
Page 208 REPLACE BATTERY IN SERVICE AIR BAG REMOTE KEY This message displays if there is a problem with the airbag system. Have your dealer/retailer inspect This message displays if a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) the system for problems. See Airbag Readiness Light transmitter battery is low.
Page 209 SERVICE BRAKES SOON SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM This message displays if there is a problem with the This message displays when there is a problem with brake system. If this message appears, stop as soon as the theft-deterrent system. The vehicle may or may not possible and turn off the vehicle.
Page 210 STABILITRAK OFF • The message displays if an engine or vehicle related problem has been detected and the vehicle If your vehicle has StabiliTrak, this message displays needs service. See your dealer/retailer. when you turn off StabiliTrak, or when the stability The message turns off as soon as the conditions that control has been automatically disabled.
Page 211: Dic Vehicle Customization
TRACTION CONTROL OFF WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID If your vehicle has StabiliTrak, this message displays This message displays when the windshield washer when the Traction Control System (TCS) is turned ﬂuid is low. Fill the windshield washer ﬂuid reservoir as ®...
Page 212 DISPLAY LANGUAGE To change customization preferences, use the following procedure. This feature allows you to select the language in which Entering the Feature Settings Menu the DIC messages will appear. Press the customization button until the DISPLAY 1. Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in LANGUAGE screen appears on the DIC display.
Page 213 AUTO DOOR LOCK AUTO DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you to select when the vehicle’s This feature allows you to select whether or not to doors will automatically lock. See Programmable turn off the automatic door unlocking feature. It also Automatic Door Locks on page 2-10 for more allows you to select which doors and when the doors will information.
Page 214 REMOTE DOOR LOCK NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. This feature allows you to select the type of feedback To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the you will receive when locking the vehicle with the desired setting is displayed on the DIC.
Page 215 DELAY DOOR LOCK EXIT LIGHTING On vehicles with a crew cab, this feature allows you to This feature allows you to select the amount of time you select whether or not the locking of the vehicle’s want the exterior lamps to remain on when it is dark doors will be delayed.
Page 216 APPROACH LIGHTING CHIME VOLUME This feature allows you to select whether or not to have This feature allows you to select the volume level of the the exterior lights turn on brieﬂy during low light chime. periods after unlocking the vehicle using the Remote Press the customization button until CHIME VOLUME Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Page 217 PARK TILT MIRRORS EASY EXIT RECALL If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select your preference for the automatic easy exit seat feature. whether or not the outside mirror(s) will automatically tilt See Memory Features on page 1-6 for more information.
Page 218 EASY EXIT SETUP MEMORY SEAT RECALL If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select which areas will recall with the automatic easy exit seat your preference for the remote memory seat recall feature.
Page 219 REMOTE START FACTORY SETTINGS If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to turn the This feature allows you to set all of the customization remote start off or on. The remote start feature allows features back to their factory default settings. you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle using Press the customization button until FACTORY the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Page 220: Audio System(S)
Exiting the Feature Settings Menu This system provides access to many audio and non audio listings. The feature settings menu will be exited when any of To minimize taking your eyes off the road while driving, the following occurs: do the following while the vehicle is parked: •...
Page 221: Setting The Clock
Setting the Clock Changing the Time and Date Default Settings MP3 Radio with a Single CD and DVD To change the time default setting from 12 hours to Player 24 hours or change the date default setting from month/day/year to day/month/year. If the vehicle has a radio with a single CD and DVD To change the time or date default settings: player, it has a...
Page 222 MP3 Radio with a Six-Disc CD Player Changing the Time and Date Default Settings If the vehicle has a radio with a six-disc CD player, it has To change the time default setting from 12 hours to a MENU button instead of the button to set the 24 hours or change the date default setting from time and date.
Page 223: Radio(S)
Radio(s) Radio with CD and DVD Radio with Six-Disc CD The vehicle has one of these radios as its audio system. 3-77...
Page 224 Radios with CD and DVD While the radio is tuned to an FM-RDS station, the station name or call letters displays. In rare cases, a ® Radios with CD and DVD have a Bose Surround radio station could broadcast incorrect information Sound System.
Page 225 To activate: (Information) (XM Satellite Radio Service, MP3, and RDS Features): Press to switch the display between the 1. Set the radio volume to the desired level. radio station frequency and the time. When the ignition is 2. Press the MENU button to display the radio in the OFF position, press to display the time.
Page 226 Setting the Tone The balance/fade and tone settings that were previously adjusted, are stored with the favorite stations. (Bass/Midrange/Treble) To store a station as a favorite: BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, or Treble): To 1. Tune to the desired radio station. adjust bass, midrange, or treble, press the knob until 2.
Page 227 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) The following DSP settings are available: • Normal — Select this setting to adjust the audio for BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade): To adjust balance or normal mode. This provides the best sound quality fade, press the knob until the speaker control labels for all seating positions.
Page 228 Finding a Category (CAT) Station Undesired XM categories can be removed through the setup menu. To remove an undesired category: CAT (Category): The CAT button is used to ﬁnd XM 1. Press the MENU button to display the radio stations when the radio is in the XM mode. To ﬁnd setup menu.
Page 229 Radio Messages Radio Messages for XM Only See XM Radio Messages on page 3-103 later in this Calibration Error: The audio system has been section for further detail. calibrated for the vehicle from the factory. If Calibration Error displays, it means that the radio has not been Playing a CD(s) conﬁgured properly for the vehicle and it must be returned to your dealer/retailer for service.
Page 230 If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm) single player it stays in the player. When the ignition or radio CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the is turned on, the CD starts to play where it stopped, if it smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner.
Page 231 The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advised, DVD (Eject): Press and release to eject the disc due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics that is currently playing in the top slot. A beep with lubricants internal to the CD and DVD player sounds and Ejecting Disc displays.
Page 232 To play tracks from a single CD in random order, REV (Reverse): Press and hold to reverse press the pushbutton positioned under the RDM label playback quickly within a track. Sound is heard at a until Random Current Disc displays. Press the reduced volume.
Page 233 DVD slot and the CD slot the DVD/CD AUX button If a playback device is plugged into the radio’s front cycles between the two sources and not indicate auxiliary input jack or the rear auxiliary jack, the “No Aux Input Device”. If a front auxiliary device is front seat passengers are able to listen to playback from connected, the DVD/CD AUX button cycles through all this source through the vehicle speakers.
Page 234 CD Messages Radios with a CD and DVD player displays. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be CHECK DISC: Radios with a Single CD player or corrected, contact your dealer/retailer. If the radio radios with a Six-Disc player displays CHECK DISC displays an error message, write it down and provide it and/or ejects the CD if an error occurs.
Page 235 Playing a DVD A lock symbol displays next to the clock display. The parental control feature remains on until the knob DVD/CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press to cycle through DVD, is pressed and held for more than two seconds again, CD, or Auxiliary when listening to the radio. The or until the driver turns the ignition off and exits the DVD/CD text label and a message showing track or vehicle.
Page 236 FWD (Fast Forward): Press to fast forward the (Play/Pause): Press either the play or pause CD or DVD. The radio displays the elapsed time and fast icon displayed on the radio system, to toggle between forwards ﬁve times the normal speed. To stop fast pausing or restarting playback of a DVD.
Page 237 Nav (Navigate): Press to display directional arrows for Group : Press to cycle through musical groupings navigating through the menus. on the DVD-A disc. (Return): Press to exit the current active menu Nav (Navigate): Press to display directional arrows for and return to the previous menu.
Page 238 Stopping and Resuming Playback (unknown format, etc.), and the disc fails to eject, press and hold the DVD button more than ﬁve seconds To stop playing a DVD without turning off the system, to force the disc to eject. press the button on the remote control, or press the DVD Radio Error Messages pushbutton located under the stop or the play/pause...
Page 239 Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press to play a CD when a while the vehicle is in P (Park). See Defensive portable audio device is playing. Press again and Driving on page 4-2 for more information on driver the system begins playing audio from the connected distraction.
Page 240: Using An Mp3
Using an MP3 (Radio with Six-Disc • Make sure the CD does not have more than a maximum of 50 folders, 50 playlists, and 255 ﬁles. Player) • Create a folder structure that makes it easy to ﬁnd songs while driving. Organize songs by albums using MP3 CD-R or CD-RW Disc one folder for each album.
Page 241 No Folder Playlists can be changed by using the previous and next folder buttons, the (tune) knob, or When the CD contains only compressed ﬁles, the ﬁles © ¨ SEEK arrows. An MP3 CD-R or CD-RW are located under the root folder. The (previous) that was recorded using no ﬁle folders can be played.
Page 242 File System and Naming EJECT: Press this button to eject CD-R(s) or CD-RW(s). To eject the CD-R or CD-RW that is currently The song name that is displayed is the song name that playing, press and release this button. A beep sounds is contained in the ID3 tag.
Page 243 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this button to (Music Navigator): Use the music navigator reverse playback quickly within an MP3 ﬁle. Sound is feature to play MP3 ﬁles on the CD-R or CD-RW heard at a reduced volume. Release this button to in order by artist or album.
Page 244 Using an MP3 (Radio with CD and To change from playback by artist to playback by album, press the pushbutton located below the Sort By DVD Player) label. From the sort screen, push one of the buttons below the album button. Press the pushbutton below the MP3/WMA CD-R or CD-RW Disc back label to return to the main music navigator screen.
Page 245 • Root Directory Create a folder structure that makes it easy to ﬁnd songs while driving. Organize songs by albums The root directory of the CD-R or CD-RW is treated as a using one folder for each album. Each folder folder.
Page 246 Order of Play Preprogrammed Playlists Tracks recorded to the CD-R or CD-RW are played in Preprogrammed playlists that were created using the following order: WinAmp™, MusicMatch™, or Real Jukebox™ software can be accessed, however, they cannot be edited • Play begins from the ﬁrst track in the ﬁrst playlist using the radio.
Page 247 © ¨ CD (Eject): Press and release this button to eject SEEK : Press the left SEEK arrow to go to the CD-R or CD-RW that is currently playing in the the start of the current MP3/WMA ﬁle, if more than bottom slot.
Page 248 RDM (Random): With the random setting, MP3/WMA Once the disc has been scanned, the player defaults to ﬁles on the CD-R or CD-RW can be listened to in playing MP3/WMA ﬁles in order by artist. The current random, rather than sequential order. To play MP3/WMA artist playing is shown on the second line of the display ﬁles from the CD-R or CD-RW in random order, press between the arrows.
Page 249: Xm Radio Messages
XM Radio Messages BAND: Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD or a DVD is playing. The CD or DVD remains inside the radio for future listening or viewing entertainment. XL (Explicit Language Channels): These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a customer’s request, DVD/CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696).
Page 250 Channel Unavail: This previously assigned channel is XM Theftlocked: The XM™ receiver in your vehicle no longer assigned. Tune to another station. If this could have previously been in another vehicle. For station was one of the presets, choose another station security purposes, XM™...
Page 251: Navigation/Radio System
Navigation/Radio System Audio System When using the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, sound For vehicles with a navigation radio system, see the comes through the vehicle’s front audio system speakers separate Navigation System manual. and overrides the audio system. Use the audio system ®...
Page 252 Pairing Pairing a Phone 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system A Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired to the in-vehicle Bluetooth system ﬁrst and then connected to responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. the vehicle before it can be used. See the cell phone 2.
Page 253 Listing All Paired and Connected Phones Linking to a Different Phone 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. 2.
Page 254 Using the Store Command 5. Say a name tag for the phone number. The name tag is recorded and the system responds with The store command allows a phone number to be “About to store <name tag>. Does that sound OK?”. stored without entering the digits individually.
Page 255 Deleting Name Tags 4. After the complete number has been entered, say “Store”. The system responds with “Please say the The system uses the following commands to delete name tag” followed by a tone. name tags: 5. Say a name tag for the phone number. The name •...
Page 256 Using the Delete All Name Tags Command Using the Dial Command The delete all name tags command deletes all stored 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system phone book name tags and route name tags for OnStar responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. (if present).
Page 257 • 3. Say the digit to be dialed one at a time. Following If the system is unsure it recognizes the right each digit, the system will repeat back the digit it name tag, it conﬁrms the name tag followed heard followed by a tone.
Page 258 Call Waiting Ending a Call Call waiting must be supported on the Bluetooth phone Press to end a call. and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work. Muting a Call • Press to answer an incoming call when another call is active. The original call is placed During a call, all sounds from inside the vehicle can be on hold.
Page 259 Transferring a Call Voice Pass-Thru Audio can be transferred between the in-vehicle Voice Pass-Thru allows access to the voice recognition Bluetooth system and the cell phone. commands on the cell phone. See the cell phone manufacturers user guide to see if the cell phone To Transfer Audio to the Cell Phone supports this feature.
Page 260 Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Sending a Stored Name Tag During a Call Tones 1. Press . The system responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can send numbers and numbers stored as name tags during a call. This is 2.
Page 261: Rear Seat Entertainment (Rse) System
Other Information Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System ® The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the ® Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by The vehicle may have a DVD Rear Seat Entertainment General Motors is under license. Other trademarks and (RSE) system.
Page 262 Parental Control Headphones The RSE system may have a Parental Control feature, depending on which radio the vehicle has. To start Parental Control, press and hold the radio power button for more than two seconds to stop all system features such as: radio, video screen, RSA, DVD and/or CD.
Page 263 Push the power button to turn on the headphones. An Notice: Do not store the headphones in heat or indicator light located on the headphones comes direct sunlight. This could damage the headphones on. If the light comes on but, there is intermittent sound and repairs will not be covered by the warranty.
Page 264 Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks To use the auxiliary inputs of the RSE system, connect an external auxiliary device to the color-coded A/V jacks and turn both the auxiliary device and the video screen power on. If the video screen is in the DVD player mode, pressing the AUX (auxiliary) button on the remote control switches the video screen from the DVD player mode to the auxiliary device.
Page 265 Audio Output Video Screen Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs can be The video screen is located in the overhead console. heard through the following possible sources: To use the video screen, do the following: • Wireless Headphones 1.
Page 266 Remote Control Remote Control Buttons To use the remote control, aim it at the transmitter window at the rear of the RSE overhead console and press the desired button. Direct sunlight or very bright light could affect the ability of the RSE transmitter to receive signals from the remote control.
Page 267 (Main Menu): Press this button to access the DVD (Play/Pause): Press this button to start playing a menu. The DVD menu is different on every DVD. DVD. Press this button while a DVD is playing to Use the navigation arrows to move the cursor around pause it.
Page 268 AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to switch the system (Fast Reverse): Press this button to quickly between the DVD player and an auxiliary source. reverse the DVD or CD. To stop fast reversing a DVD video, press the play/pause button. To stop fast (Camera): Press this button to change camera reversing a DVD audio or CD, release the fast reverse angles on DVDs that have this feature while a DVD is...
Page 269 Battery Replacement Problem Recommended Action The remote control does Check to make sure there To change the remote control batteries, do the following: not work. is no obstruction between 1. Slide the rear cover back on the remote control. the remote control and the transmitter window.
Page 270 Disc Region Error: This message displays, if the disc Problem Recommended Action is not from a correct region. Sometimes the wireless Check for obstructions, headphone audio cuts out low batteries, reception No Disc Inserted: This message displays, if no disc is or buzzes.
Page 271: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Vehicles with this feature allow the rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources: radio, CDs, DVDs, or other auxiliary sources. The rear seat passengers can control the same music sources the front seat passengers are listening to (dual control, is available depending upon radio) or a different source.
Page 272 © ¨ PROG (Program): Press this button to go to the next (Seek): When listening to FM, AM, or XM™ preset radio station or channel set on the main (if equipped), press either seek arrow to go to the radio. This function is inactive, with some radios, if the previous or to the next station or channels and stay front seat passengers are listening to the radio.
Page 273: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Theft-Deterrent Feature (Mute/Push to Talk): Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. ® THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of the ® For vehicles with OnStar or Bluetooth systems press vehicle’s radio by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN).
Page 274: Radio Reception
Radio Reception FM Stereo FM signals only reach about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Frequency interference and static can occur during Although the radio has a built-in electronic circuit that normal radio reception if items such as cell phone automatically works to reduce interference, some static chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external can occur, especially around tall buildings or hills,...
Page 275: Fixed Mast Antenna
Cellular Phone Usage XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System Cellular phone usage may cause interference with the vehicle’s radio. This interference may occur when The XM Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of making or receiving phone calls, charging the phone’s the vehicle.
Page 276 ✍ NOTES 3-130...
Page 277 Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ....4-2 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads ....4-25 Driving for Better Fuel Economy .......4-2 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-26 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 Highway Hypnosis ........4-26 Drunk Driving ..........4-3 Hill and Mountain Roads ........4-27 Control of a Vehicle ........4-3...
Page 278: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
Your Driving, the Road, and Defensive Driving the Vehicle Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The ﬁrst step in driving defensively is to wear your safety belt — See Safety Belts: They Are for Driving for Better Fuel Economy Everyone on page 1-11.
Page 279: Drunk Driving
Drunk Driving For persons under 21, it is against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological, and developmental reasons for these laws. CAUTION: The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.
Page 280: Braking
Braking Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-38. a mistake. The brakes might not have time to cool Braking action involves perception time and reaction between hard stops.
Page 281: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here is what This vehicle has the Antilock Brake System (ABS), an happens with ABS: advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid.
Page 282: Braking In Emergencies
® Braking in Emergencies StabiliTrak System ABS allows the driver to steer and brake at the same The vehicle has a vehicle stability enhancement system time. In many emergencies, steering can help more than called StabiliTrak. It is an advanced computer even the very best braking.
Page 283 If the system fails to turn on or activate, the StabiliTrak The StabiliTrak light will light along with one of the following messages will ﬂash on the instrument be displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC): panel cluster when TRACTION CONTROL OFF, SERVICE TRACTION the system is both on and CONTROL, STABILITRAK OFF, SERVICE activated.
Page 284 When the TCS or StabiliTrak system is turned off, the The traction control system is enabled automatically StabiliTrak light and the appropriate TCS off or when the vehicle is started. It will activate and the StabiliTrak off message will be displayed on the DIC to StabiliTrak light will ﬂash if it senses that any of the warn the driver.
Page 285: Locking Rear Axle
Steering If cruise control is being used when the system activates, the StabiliTrak light will ﬂash and cruise control will automatically disengage. Cruise control may be Power Steering reengaged when road conditions allow. See Cruise Control on page 3-10. If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, the vehicle can be StabiliTrak may also turn off automatically if it determines steered but it will take more effort.
Page 286 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and ﬁnd a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 287: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery Passing The vehicle’s right wheels can drop off the edge of a Passing another vehicle on a two-lane road can be road onto the shoulder while driving. dangerous. To reduce the risk of danger while passing: • Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations that might affect a successful pass.
Page 288: Off-Road Driving
Skidding While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by shifting Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable to a lower gear.
Page 289 Before You Go Off-Roading The airbag system is designed to work properly under a wide range of conditions, including off-road usage. • Have all necessary maintenance and service Always wear your safety belt and observe safe driving work done. speeds, especially on rough terrain. •...
Page 290 Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road If you think you will need some more ground clearance at the front of your vehicle, you can remove the front Driving fascia lower air dam. The air dam is held in place by two bolts and 10 snaps accessible from underneath the front fascia.
Page 291 • There are some important things to remember about Always carry a litter bag and make sure all refuse is how to load your vehicle. removed from any campsite before leaving. • The heaviest things should be on the ﬂoor, forward •...
Page 292 Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving CAUTION: It is a good idea to practice in an area that is safe and close to home before you go into the wilderness. Off-roading requires some new and different skills. When you are driving off-road, bouncing and quick Tune your senses to different kinds of signals.
Page 293 Driving on Hills Surface Obstacles: Unseen or hidden obstacles can be hazardous. A rock, log, hole, rut, or bump can startle Off-road driving often takes you up, down, or across a you if you are not prepared for them. Often these hill.
Page 294 Approaching a Hill Driving Uphill When you approach a hill, decide if it is too steep to Once you decide it is safe to drive up the hill: climb, descend, or cross. Steepness can be hard • Use a low gear and get a ﬁrm grip on the steering to judge.
Page 295 • R (Reverse), release the parking brake, and slowly Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill back down the hill as straight as possible in to let opposing traffic know you are there. R (Reverse). • Use headlamps even during the day to make the •...
Page 296 Driving Downhill CAUTION: When off-roading takes you downhill, consider: • How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause vehicle control? your brakes to overheat and fade. This could •...
Page 297 3. Shift back to a low gear, release the parking brake, Driving across an incline puts more weight on the and drive straight down. downhill wheels which could cause a downhill slide or a rollover. 4. If the engine will not start, get out and get help. •...
Page 298 Stalling on an Incline It is best to use a low gear when in mud — the deeper the mud, the lower the gear. In really deep mud, keep the vehicle moving so it does not get stuck. CAUTION: When driving on sand, wheel traction changes. On loosely packed sand, such as on beaches or sand dunes, the tires will tend to sink into the sand.
Page 299 Driving in Water Heavy rain can mean ﬂash ﬂooding, and ﬂood waters demand extreme caution. Find out how deep the water is before driving through it. CAUTION: Do not try it if it is deep enough to cover the wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust pipe —...
Page 300: Driving At Night
After Off-Road Driving Driving at Night Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the Night driving is more dangerous than day driving because underbody, chassis, or under the hood. These some drivers are likely to be impaired — by alcohol or accumulations can be a ﬁre hazard.
Page 301: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction your vehicle’s tires so they actually ride on the and affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always water.
Page 302: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Before Leaving on a Long Trip Highway Hypnosis To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings it serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing. while driving. If you become tired or sleepy, ﬁnd a safe place to park your vehicle and rest.
Page 303: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads CAUTION: Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on ﬂat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include: Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or with the ignition • off is dangerous. The brakes will have to do all the Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape.
Page 304: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Blizzard Conditions Being stuck in snow can be in a serious situation. Stay Driving on Snow or Ice with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, use the Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-7. To Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: tires and the road, creating less traction or grip.
Page 305 Run the engine for short periods only as needed to keep warm, but be careful. CAUTION: (Continued) To save fuel, run the engine for only short periods as needed to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off • Open a window about two inches (5 cm) on and close the window most of the way to save heat.
Page 306: If Your Vehicle Is Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice, Or Snow
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Mud, Ice, or Snow Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels. Turn off any traction or Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the stability system.
Page 307: Recovery Hooks
Recovery Hooks CAUTION: These hooks, when used, are under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle. The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back.
Page 308: Loading The Vehicle
Loading the Vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options.
Page 309 For more information on tires and inﬂation see The resulting ﬁgure equals the available Tires on page 5-62 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. page 5-70. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be ﬁve 150 lb There is also important loading information on the passengers in your vehicle, the amount of...
Page 310 Example 1 Example 2 Item Description Total Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity Vehicle Capacity 1,000 lbs 1,000 lbs Weight for Weight for (453 kg) (453 kg) Example 1 = Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 300 lbs (136 kg) Weight 150 lbs 750 lbs (136 kg) (68 kg) ×...
Page 311 combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle’s capacity weight. Certiﬁcation/Tire Label Example 3 Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity 1,000 lbs Weight for (453 kg) Example 3 = Subtract Occupant 1000 lbs Weight 200 lbs (453 kg) (91 kg) ×...
Page 312 The Certiﬁcation/Tire label also tells the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called CAUTION: Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To ﬁnd out the actual loads on the front and rear axles, go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle. Your Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the dealer can help you with this.
Page 313 Two-Tiered Loading CAUTION: By positioning four 2” x 6” wooden planks across the width of the pickup box, you can create an upper load platform. The planks must be inserted Things you put inside your vehicle can strike in the pickup box depressions. The length of and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or the planks must allow for at least a 3/4 inch (2 cm) in a crash.
Page 314: Truck-Camper Loading Information
Truck-Camper Loading Information Add-On Equipment When you carry removable items, you may need to put Your vehicle was neither designed nor intended a limit on how many people you carry inside your to carry a slide-in type camper. vehicle. Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and install the new equipment.
Page 315: Towing
Towing Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing: • What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Towing Your Vehicle Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations. To avoid damage, the disabled vehicle should be towed •...
Page 316 All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Dinghy and Dolly Towing Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, or even with only two of its wheels on the ground, will damage drivetrain components. Do not tow an all-wheel-drive vehicle with any of its wheels on the ground. All-wheel-drive vehicles are not designed to be towed with any wheels on the ground.
Page 317 Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Dolly Towing (Front Wheels Off the Ground) Dinghy Towing Notice: If a two-wheel-drive vehicle is towed with all Notice: If a two-wheel-drive vehicle is towed with the four wheels on the ground, the transmission could be rear wheels on the ground, the transmission could be damaged.
Page 318 Dolly Towing (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) 4. Put the transmission in P (Park). 5. Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer’s instructions. 6. Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position.
Page 319: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer Notice: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage the vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See New Vehicle follow the advice in this section and see your Break-In on page 2-21 for more information.
Page 320 Pulling A Trailer Three important considerations have to do with weight: • The weight of the trailer Here are some important points: • The weight of the trailer tongue • There are many different laws, including speed limit • restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure The weight on the vehicle’s tires the rig will be legal, not only where you live but Weight of the Trailer...
Page 321 Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR * 1500 Series 2WD** 5.3L V8 3.42 6,100 lbs (2 767g) 11,500 lbs (5 216 kg) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.42 9,600 lbs (4 354g)
Page 322 Weight of Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total gross weight of the vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 323 Trailering may be limited by the vehicle’s ability to carry The weight at the rear axle could be 850 lbs (386 kg) X tongue weight. Tongue weight cannot cause the vehicle 1.5 = 1,275 lbs (578 kg). Since the rear axle already to exceed the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or weighs 2,700 lbs (1 225 kg), adding 1,275 lbs (578 kg) the RGAWR (Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating).
Page 324 Total Weight on the Vehicle’s Tires You may go further and think the tongue weight should be limited to less than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) to avoid exceeding Be sure the vehicle’s tires are inﬂated to the upper limit GVWR. But the effect on the rear axle must still be for cold tires.
Page 325 Weight-Distributing Hitches and Weight If the loaded trailer being pulled will weigh more than 5,000 lbs (2 270 kg), be sure to use a properly Carrying Hitches mounted weight-distributing hitch and sway control of the proper size. This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when driving.
Page 326 Tow/Haul Mode Tow/Haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75 percent of the vehicle’s Gross Combined Weight Rating Pressing this button at (GCWR). See “Weight of the Trailer” later in the section. the end of the shift lever Tow/Haul is most useful under the following driving turns on and off the...
Page 327 Trailer Brakes The power output to the trailer brakes is based on the amount of brake pressure being applied by the vehicle’s A loaded trailer that weighs more than 2,000 lbs brake system. This available power output to the (900 kg) needs to have its own brake system that is trailer brakes can be adjusted to a wide range of adequate for the weight of the trailer.
Page 328 The ITBC system is powered through the vehicle’s When trailering, make sure of the following: electrical system. Turning the ignition off will also turn • The ITBC system is used only with trailers that are off the ITBC system. The ITBC system is fully functional equipped with electric brakes.
Page 329 Trailer Brake Control Panel The ITBC system has a control panel located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column. See Instrument Panel Overview on page 3-4 for more information on location. The control panel allows adjustment the amount of output, referred to as trailer gain, available to the electric trailer brakes and allows manual application the trailer brakes.
Page 330 Trailer Brake DIC Display Page The Trailer Brake Display Page can be displayed by performing any of the following actions: The ITBC system displays messages into the vehicle’s • Scrolling through the DIC menu pages using the Driver Information Center (DIC). See DIC Warnings odometer trip stem or the DIC Vehicle Information and Messages on page 3-58 for more information.
Page 331 • hold a gain button to cause the Trailer Gain to There is a fault present in the wiring to the electric continuously adjust. To turn the output to the trailer off, trailer brakes (a CHECK TRAILER WIRING adjust the Trailer Gain setting to 0.0 (zero). message will also be displayed on the DIC).
Page 332 Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure • In the Trailer Output display on the DIC, “- - - - - -’’ will disappear if there is no error present. Trailer Gain should be set for a speciﬁc trailering Connecting a trailer without electric brakes will not condition and must be adjusted any time vehicle loading, clear the six dashed lines.
Page 333 Other ITBC Related DIC Messages 2. There is an electrical fault in the wiring to the electric trailer brakes. This message will continue as In addition to displaying TRAILER GAIN and TRAILER long as there is an electrical fault in the trailer OUTPUT through the DIC, trailer connection and wiring.
Page 334 Driving with a Trailer SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEM – This message will be displayed when there is a problem with the ITBC system. If this message persists over multiple ignition cycles there is problem with the ITBC system. CAUTION: Take the vehicle to an authorized GM dealer to have the ITBC system diagnosed and repaired.
Page 335 Passing Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Get to know the rig before setting out for the open More passing distance is needed when towing a trailer. road. Get acquainted with the feel of handling and Because the rig is longer, it is necessary to go much braking with the added weight of the trailer.
Page 336 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer The tow/haul mode may be used if the transmission shifts too often. See “Tow/Haul Mode” earlier in The arrows on the instrument panel ﬂash whenever this section. signaling a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, trailer lamps also ﬂash, telling other drivers the vehicle consider the following: Engine coolant will boil at a lower...
Page 337 Parking on Hills Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: • Start the engine CAUTION: • Shift into a gear • Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer Release the parking brake attached can be dangerous.
Page 338 Trailer Wiring Harness The seven-wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: • Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal • Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal • Brown: Taillamps • White: Ground • Light Green: Back-up Lamps • Red: Battery Feed* • Dark Blue: Trailer Brake* *The fuses for these two circuits are installed in the underhood electrical center, but the wires are not For vehicles equipped with heavy duty trailering, the...
Page 339 Electric Brake Control Wiring Trailer Recommendations Provisions Subtract the hitch loads from the Cargo Weight Rating (CWR). CWR is the maximum weight of the load These wiring provisions are included with the vehicle as the vehicle can carry. It does not include the weight of part of the trailer wiring package.
Page 340 ✍ NOTES 4-64...
Page 341 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-3 Engine Fan Noise .........5-35 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ......5-3 Power Steering Fluid ........5-35 California Proposition 65 Warning .....5-4 Windshield Washer Fluid ........5-36 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ..5-4 Brakes ............5-38 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-4 Battery ............5-41 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Jump Starting ..........5-42...
Page 342 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care High-Speed Operation ........5-71 Care of Safety Belts ........5-108 Tire Pressure Monitor System ......5-72 Weatherstrips ..........5-108 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation .....5-73 Washing Your Vehicle ........5-109 Tire Inspection and Rotation ......5-77 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ....5-109 When It Is Time for New Tires .......5-78 Finish Care ..........5-109 Buying New Tires .........5-79 Windshield and Wiper Blades .......5-110...
Page 343: Service
Service Accessories and Modiﬁcations When non-dealer/non-retailer accessories are added to For service and parts needs, visit your dealer/retailer. the vehicle, they can affect vehicle performance and You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trained and safety, including such things as airbags, braking, supported service people.
Page 344: California Proposition 65 Warning
California Proposition 65 Warning Doing Your Own Service Work Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to CAUTION: cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some inside the vehicle), many ﬂuids, and You can be injured and the vehicle could be some component wear by-products contain and/or emit...
Page 345: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of The Vehicle
Gasoline Octane This vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-70. Use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or higher. You can also use regular Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher, but the and the date of any service work performed.
Page 346: California Fuel
California Fuel Additives If the vehicle is certiﬁed to meet California Emissions To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that are now required to contain additives that help prevent meet California speciﬁcations.
Page 347: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels containing more than 10% ethanol must not be used in vehicles that were not designed for those fuels. This vehicle can use either unleaded gasoline or 85% ethanol fuel (E85). We encourage the use of Notice: This vehicle was not designed for fuel that E85 in vehicles that are designed to use it.
Page 348: Fuels In Foreign Countries
To ensure quick starts in the wintertime, the E85 fuel Notice: Some additives are not compatible with must be formulated properly for your climate according E85 fuel and can harm the vehicle’s fuel system. Do to ASTM speciﬁcation D 5798. If you have trouble not add anything to E85.
Page 349: Filling The Tank
Filling the Tank CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off the engine when you are refueling.
Page 350 To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly counterclockwise. If the vehicle is a dual fuel tank chassis cab model, and it runs out of fuel, refuel the front fuel tank ﬁrst to ensure a quick restart. CAUTION: Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not top off or overﬁll the tank and wait a few seconds after you have ﬁnished pumping before removing the nozzle.
Page 351: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: CAUTION: If a ﬁre starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the ﬂow of fuel by Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in the shutting off the pump or by notifying the station vehicle.
Page 352: Checking Things Under The Hood
Checking Things Under CAUTION: the Hood Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and CAUTION: start a ﬁre. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake ﬂuid, windshield washer and other ﬂuids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could An electric fan under the hood can start up and be burned.
Page 353: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood: 1. Pull the handle with this symbol on it. It is located inside the vehicle to the left of the brake pedal. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release.
Page 354: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 6.2L engine this is what you will see: 5-14...
Page 355: Engine Oil
A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20. L. Underhood Fuse Block on page 5-117. B. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling M. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding System on page 5-26. Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-36.
Page 356 When to Add Engine Oil See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for the location of the engine oil ﬁll cap. If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, add at least one quart/liter of the Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper recommended oil.
Page 357 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use • American Petroleum Institute (API) starburst symbol Oils meeting these Look for three things: requirements should have the starburst symbol on the container. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certiﬁed by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
Page 358: Engine Oil Life System
Engine Oil Additives / Engine Oil When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it indicates that an oil change is necessary. Flushes A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-58. Do not add anything to the oil.
Page 359 How to Reset the Engine Oil Life What to Do with Used Oil System Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long.
Page 360: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 1. Locate the air cleaner/ See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for ﬁlter assembly. See the location of the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter. Engine Compartment Inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter at the Maintenance II Overview on intervals and replace it at the ﬁrst oil change after each page 5-14.
Page 361 CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop ﬂames if the engine backﬁres. If it is not there and the engine backﬁres, you could be burned.
Page 362: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change Automatic Notice: Too much or too little ﬂuid can damage Transmission Fluid your transmission. Too much can mean that some of the ﬂuid could come out and fall on hot engine It is usually not necessary to check the transmission parts or exhaust system parts, starting a ﬁre.
Page 363 Cold Check Procedure 4. Allow the engine to idle (500 – 800 rpm) for at least one minute. Slowly release the brake pedal. Use this procedure only as a reference to determine if 5. Keep the engine running and press the Trip/Fuel the transmission has enough ﬂuid to be operated button or trip odometer reset stem until TRANS safely until a hot check procedure can be made.
Page 364 3. Install the dipstick by pushing it back in all the way, 6. Perform a hot check at the ﬁrst opportunity after wait three seconds, and then pull it back out again. the transmission reaches a normal operating temperature between 160°F to 200°F (71°C to 93°C). 4.
Page 365 2. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick 6. If the ﬂuid level is in the acceptable range, push the and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. dipstick back in all the way, then ﬂip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place.
Page 366: Cooling System
Cooling System CAUTION: The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
Page 367: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant CAUTION: The cooling system in the vehicle is ﬁlled with ® DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in the vehicle for ﬁve years or Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs ﬁrst. can be very hot.
Page 368 What to Use • Protects against rust and corrosion. • Will not damage aluminum parts. • Helps keep the proper engine temperature. CAUTION: Notice: If an improper coolant mixture is used, the engine could overheat and be badly damaged. Adding only plain water to the cooling system can The repair cost would not be covered by the vehicle be dangerous.
Page 369 Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. Check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, ®...
Page 370 How to Add Coolant to the Surge Tank CAUTION: CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot under pressure, and if you turn the surge tank engine parts.
Page 371 If no coolant is visible in the surge tank, add coolant as follows: 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise 3.
Page 372: Engine Overheating
5. Replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated. 6. Verify coolant level after engine is shut off and the coolant is cold. If necessary, repeat coolant ﬁll procedure Steps 1 through 6. Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur.
Page 373 If Steam Is Coming From The Engine If you do decide to lift the hood, make sure the vehicle is parked on a level surface. Compartment Then check to see if the engine cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running.
Page 374 If No Steam Is Coming From The 3. In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in N (Neutral) while stopped. If it is safe to do so, pull off the Engine Compartment road, shift to P (Park) or N (Neutral) and let the engine idle.
Page 375: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
Overheated Engine Protection Engine Fan Noise Operating Mode The vehicle has electric cooling fans. You might hear the fans spinning at low speed during most everyday If an overheated engine condition exists and the driving. The fans can turn off if no cooling is required. ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED message is displayed, Under heavy vehicle loading, trailer towing, and/or an overheat protection mode which alternates ﬁring...
Page 376: Windshield Washer Fluid
When to Check Power Steering Fluid What to Use It is not necessary to regularly check power steering ﬂuid To determine what kind of ﬂuid to use, see unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13. you hear an unusual noise.
Page 377 Adding Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, follow The vehicle has a low washer ﬂuid message in the DIC the manufacturer’s instructions for adding that comes on when the washer ﬂuid is low. The water. message is displayed for 15 seconds at the start of •...
Page 378: Brakes
Brakes Do not top off the brake ﬂuid. Adding ﬂuid does not correct a leak. If ﬂuid is added when the linings are worn, there will be too much ﬂuid when new brake Brake Fluid linings are installed. Add or remove brake ﬂuid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake The brake master cylinder hydraulic system.
Page 379 Checking Brake Fluid Always clean the brake ﬂuid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This helps keep Check brake ﬂuid by looking at the brake ﬂuid reservoir. dirt from entering the reservoir. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14. The ﬂuid level should be CAUTION: above MIN.
Page 380 Brake Wear Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect This vehicle has front disc brakes and could have rear brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in drum brakes or rear disc brakes. the proper sequence to torque speciﬁcations in Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 5-121.
Page 381: Battery
Replacing Brake System Parts Vehicle Storage The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well CAUTION: together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. The vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality brake parts.
Page 382: Jump Starting
Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle that would not be covered by the warranty. If the vehicle’s battery (or batteries) has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper Trying to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it cables to start your vehicle.
Page 383 Notice: If you leave the radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the warranty. Always turn off the radio and other accessories when jump starting the vehicle.
Page 384 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: Be sure the battery has enough water. You do not An electric fan can start up even when the engine need to add water to the battery installed in your is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, new vehicle.
Page 385 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or 7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to missing insulation. If they do, you could get a the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a shock.
Page 386 Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may the following: occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the not be covered by your warranty.
Page 387: All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive How to Check Lubricant Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles. There are two additional systems that need lubrication. Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4.
Page 388: Rear Axle
Rear Axle How to Check Lubricant When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A ﬂuid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired.
Page 389: Front Axle
What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13. Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise.
Page 390: Headlamp Aiming
• Headlamp Aiming When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise the level from 0 (0 mm) to 1/8 inch The vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming (3.2 mm) below the ﬁller plug hole. system. The aim of the headlamps have been preset at •...
Page 391 The vehicle should: To adjust the vertical aim: • Be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft. (7.6 m) from 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-13 for more information. a light colored wall. • Have all four tires on a level surface which is level all the way to the wall.
Page 392 4. At a wall, measure from the ground upward (A) to the recorded distance from Step 3 and mark it. 5. Draw or tape a horizontal line (B) on the wall the width of the vehicle at the height of the mark in 7.
Page 393: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-60. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer/retailer. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: 9. Make sure that the light from the headlamp is positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and line.
Page 394: Headlamps
Headlamps To replace one of these bulbs: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-13 for more information. 2. If you are replacing the bulb on the passenger side remove the Engine Air Cleaner cover. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20 for more information.
Page 395: Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker And Daytime Running Lamps
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and To replace a front turn signal, sidemarker or DRL bulb, do the following: Daytime Running Lamps 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-13 for more information. 2. Remove the headlamp assembly as described previously.
Page 396: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (Chmsl) And Cargo Lamp
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp 5. Press the locking release lever, turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the turn signal (CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp assembly. 6. Remove the old bulb from the bulb socket. To replace one of these bulbs: 7.
Page 397 2. Remove the bulbs by turning socket counterclockwise and pulling the bulb straight out. 3. Install the bulbs by pushing the bulb straight in and turning clockwise. 4. Reinstall the lamp assembly and tighten the screws. A. Cargo Lamp B. Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Bulb (CHMSL) 5-57...
Page 398: Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps And Back-Up Lamps
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps 2. Remove the two taillamp assembly screws near the tailgate latch. and Back-up Lamps A. Stoplamp/Turn Signal/Taillamp To replace a taillamp bulb: B. Stoplamp/Turn 1. Open the tailgate. See Tailgate on page 2-12 for Signal/Taillamp more information. C.
Page 399 5. Pull the old bulb straight out from the socket. 6. Press a new bulb into the socket and turn the socket clockwise into the taillamp housing until it clicks. 7. Reinstall the taillamp assembly. 4. Press the release tab, if the vehicle has one, and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp housing.
Page 400: License Plate Lamp
License Plate Lamp Replacement Bulbs To replace one of these bulbs: Exterior Lamp Bulb Number 1. Reach under the rear bumper for the bulb socket. Back-up Lamp 3047 Center High-Mounted Stoplight (CHMSL), Cargo Lamp Front Turn Signal Lamp, Sidemarker 3157A Lamp and Parking Lamp High-Beam Headlamp 9005...
Page 401: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. To replace the wiper blade assembly, do the following: 1.
Page 402: Tires
Tires CAUTION: (Continued) Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever • Underinﬂated tires pose the same danger have questions about your tire warranty and where as overloaded tires. The resulting to obtain service, see your vehicle Warranty booklet accident could cause serious injury.
Page 403: Tire Sidewall Labeling
20-Inch Tires If your vehicle has the optional 20-inch P275/55R20 size tires, they are classiﬁed as touring tires and are designed for on road use. The low-proﬁle, wide tread design is not recommended for off-road driving. See Off-Road Driving on page 4-12, for additional information.
Page 404 (B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria (E) Tire Ply Material The type of cord and Speciﬁcation) Original equipment tires designed number of plies in the sidewall and under the to GM’s speciﬁc tire performance criteria have tread. a TPC speciﬁcation code molded onto the sidewall. (F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) Tire GM’s TPC speciﬁcations meet or exceed all...
Page 405 (C) Dual Tire Maximum Load Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used in a dual conﬁguration. For information on recommended tire pressure see Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-70 and Loading the Vehicle on page 4-32.
Page 406 Tire Size (A) Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The The following examples show the different parts of letters LT as the ﬁrst two characters in the tire a tire size. size means a light truck tire engineered to standards set by the U.S.
Page 407: Tire Terminology And Definitions
(F) Service Description The service description Bead The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped indicates the load range and speed rating of a by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim. tire. The load index represents the load carry Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the plies capacity a tire is certiﬁed to carry.
Page 408 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. See Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight The sum of Loading the Vehicle on page 4-32. curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight, and production options weight. GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle. See Loading the Vehicle on page 4-32. Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied...
Page 409 Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Grading the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at Standards) A tire information system that 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. provides consumers with ratings for a tire’s traction, temperature, and treadwear.
Page 410: Inflation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure A vehicle speciﬁc Tire and Loading Information label is attached to your vehicle. This label shows your vehicle’s original equipment tires and the Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to correct inﬂation pressures for your tires when they operate effectively.
Page 411: High-Speed Operation
How to Check High-Speed Operation Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are CAUTION: properly inﬂated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inﬂated even when they are underinﬂated. Check the tire’s inﬂation Driving at high speeds, 100 mph (160 km/h) or pressure when the tires are cold.
Page 412: Tire Pressure Monitor System
When you end this high-speed driving, return the tires to Under-inﬂation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire the cold inﬂation pressure shown on the Tire and tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling Loading Information label. See Loading the Vehicle on and stopping ability.
Page 413: Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
Federal Communications Commission Tire Pressure Monitor Operation (FCC) and Industry and Science This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System Canada (TPMS). The TPMS is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists. TPMS sensors The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) operates on are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly, a radio frequency and complies with Part 15 of the...
Page 414 TPMS Malfunction Light and Message For additional information and details about the DIC operation and displays see DIC Operation and Displays The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the (Using Trip Odometer Reset Stem) on page 3-48 or TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable.
Page 415 • TPMS Sensor Matching Process One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged. The DIC message and the TPMS Each TPMS sensor has a unique identiﬁcation code. malfunction light should go off when the TPMS Any time you rotate your vehicle’s tires or replace one or sensors are installed and the sensor matching more of the TPMS sensors, the identiﬁcation codes process is performed successfully.
Page 416 You have two minutes to match the ﬁrst tire/wheel 6. Proceed to the passenger side front tire, and repeat position, and ﬁve minutes overall to match all four the procedure in Step 5. tire/wheel positions. If it takes longer than two minutes, 7.
Page 417: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation We recommend that you regularly inspect your vehicle’s tires, including the spare tire, for signs of wear or damage. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-78 for more information. Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to 13 000 km).
Page 418: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 5-121. Various factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road conditions, inﬂuence when you need new tires.
Page 419: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires You need new tires if any of the following statements are true: GM has developed and matched speciﬁc tires for your • You can see the indicators at three or more places vehicle. The original equipment tires installed on around the tire.
Page 420 GM recommends replacing tires in sets of four. This is because uniform tread depth on all tires will help CAUTION: (Continued) keep your vehicle performing most like it did when the tires were new. Replacing less than a full set of tires can Your vehicle may have a different size spare than affect the braking and handling performance of your vehicle.
Page 421: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Different Size Tires and Wheels If you must replace your vehicle’s tires with those that do not have a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating, and If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than construction type (radial and bias-belted tires) as your your original equipment wheels and tires, this could vehicle’s original tires.
Page 422: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades, they must also conform Quality grades can be found where applicable on to federal safety requirements and additional the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and General Motors Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) maximum section width.
Page 423 Traction – AA, A, B, C Temperature – A, B, C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s and C, representing the tire’s resistance to ability to stop on wet pavement as measured the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate under controlled conditions on speciﬁed...
Page 424: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensors, replace them only with new GM original The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned equipment parts.
Page 425: Tire Chains
Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains CAUTION: CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on the vehicle is dangerous. Do not use tire chains. There is not enough You cannot know how it has been used or how far clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without it has been driven.
Page 426: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat CAUTION: It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle’s tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do slowly.
Page 427 When the vehicle has a ﬂat tire (B), use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement CAUTION: of wheel blocks (A). Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people.
Page 428: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you will need is located under the passenger side second row seat. The spare tire is located underneath the vehicle. 1. Fold the second row seat cushion up to access the jack and tools. 2.
Page 429 1. Open the spare tire hoist access hole cover on the bumper and use the ignition key to remove the spare tire lock. To remove the spare tire lock, insert the ignition key, turn it clockwise and pull the lock straight out. 2.
Page 430 3. Insert the hoist end 5. Use the wheel wrench (open end) (F) of the which has a hook that extension through lets you pull the the hole (G) in the rear hoist cable toward you bumper. to assist in reaching the spare tire.
Page 431 Once the retainer is separated from the pin, tilt the retainer and pull it through the center of the wheel along with the cable and latch. 7. Put the spare tire near the ﬂat tire. 6. Tilt the tire toward the vehicle with some slack in the cable to allow access to the tire/wheel retainer (D).
Page 432: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Use the following pictures and instructions to remove the ﬂat tire and raise the vehicle. The tools you will be using include the jack (A), the wheel blocks (B), the jack handle (C), the jack handle extensions (D), and the wheel wrench (E).
Page 433 2. Remove the center cap by placing the chisel end of 3. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts. the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen gently prying the cap out. the wheel nuts.
Page 434 4. Position the jack under the vehicle. If the ﬂat tire is on the front of the vehicle, position the jack on the CAUTION: frame behind the ﬂat tire. If the ﬂat tire is on the rear, position the jack under Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is the rear axle between the spring anchor and the shock absorber bracket.
Page 435 5. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the ﬂat tire. Rear Position 5-95...
Page 436 CAUTION: CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts the nuts might come loose. The vehicle’s wheel become loose after time. The wheel could could fall off, causing a crash.
Page 437 9. Tighten the nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross CAUTION: sequence as shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise. Incorrect or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to a crash. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new original equipment wheel nuts.
Page 438: Secondary Latch System
Secondary Latch System To release the spare tire from the secondary latch: 1. Check under the Your vehicle has an underbody-mounted tire hoist vehicle to see if the assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It is cable end is visible. If designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly falling the cable is not off your vehicle.
Page 439 5. If the spare does not lower, turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches (15 cm) of cable is exposed. 6. Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest ends, with the backs facing each other. 7. Place the bottom edge of the jack (A) on the wheel blocks (B), separating them so that...
Page 440 CAUTION: Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack. If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely, make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from under the spare.
Page 441: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.
Page 442 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down, and to the rear. 3. Attach the wheel wrench (H) and extensions (I) together, as shown. 2. Separate the tire/wheel retainer (D) from the guide pin.
Page 443 4. Insert the hoist end (F) through the hole (G) in the rear bumper and onto the hoist shaft. Do not use the chiseled end of the wheel wrench. 5. Raise the tire part way upward. Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening. 6.
Page 444 To store the jack and jack tools: 1. Put the tools (D) in the tool bag (E) and place them in the retaining bracket (C). 2. Tighten down the wing nut (C). 3. Assemble the wheel blocks (B) and jack (G) together with the wing nut (A) and retaining bolt (H).
Page 445: Spare Tire
Spare Tire Appearance Care Your vehicle, when new, had a fully-inﬂated spare tire. Interior Cleaning A spare tire may lose air over time, so check its inﬂation pressure regularly. See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure The vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is on page 5-70 and Loading the Vehicle on page 4-32 cleaned often.
Page 446 When cleaning the vehicle’s interior, only use cleaners Do not clean the vehicle using: speciﬁcally designed for the surfaces being cleaned. • A knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on from any interior surface.
Page 447: Fabric/Carpet
Fabric/Carpet 5. If the soil is not completely removed, use a mild soap solution and repeat the cleaning process that was used with plain water. Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canister If any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric cleaner or vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only spot lifter may be necessary.
Page 448: Instrument Panel, Vinyl, And Other Plastic Surfaces
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Care of Safety Belts Plastic Surfaces Keep belts clean and dry. A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, CAUTION: a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt.
Page 449: Washing Your Vehicle
Washing Your Vehicle High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle. Avoid using high pressure washes closer than 12 inches (30 cm) to the surface of the vehicle. The best way to preserve the vehicle’s ﬁnish is to keep Use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi (8 274 kPa) it clean by washing it often.
Page 450: Windshield And Wiper Blades
Windshield and Wiper Blades Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., Clean the outside of the windshield with glass cleaner. can damage the vehicle’s ﬁnish if they remain on painted Clean the rubber blades using a lint free cloth or surfaces.
Page 451: Aluminum Or Chrome-Plated Wheels And Trim
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle. Do not use strong soaps, and Trim chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes on The vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome-plated them because they could damage the surface.
Page 452: Tires
Tires Underbody Maintenance To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the products on the vehicle may damage the paint ﬁnish underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, ﬂoor pan, and/or tires.
Page 453: Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label This label is on the inside of the glove box. It is Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) very helpful if you ever need to order parts. The label has the following information: • Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) •...
Page 454: Windshield Wiper Fuses
The vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the add anything electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-70. replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating.
Page 455 Fuses Usage Driver Side Turn Signal, Stoplamp Instrument Panel Back Lighting Passenger Side Turn Signal, Stoplamp Passenger Door Module, Driver Unlock Power Door Lock 2 (Unlock Feature) Power Door Lock 2 (Lock Feature) Stoplamps, Center-High Mounted Stoplamp Rear Climate Controls Power Mirror Body Control Module (BCM) The vehicle may not use all of the fuses shown.
Page 456: Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block Fuses Usage Cooled Seats The center instrument panel fuse block is located Driver Seat Module, Remote underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the Keyless Entry System steering column. Driver Power Door Lock (Unlock Top View Feature) Circuit Breaker...
Page 457: Underhood Fuse Block
Underhood Fuse Block Harness Usage Connector The underhood fuse block is located in the engine HEADLINER 3 Headliner Harness Connector 3 compartment, on the driver side of the vehicle. HEADLINER 2 Headliner Harness Connector 2 HEADLINER 1 Headliner Harness Connector 1 SEO/UPFITTER Special Equipment Option Upﬁtter Harness Connector Circuit Breaker...
Page 458 Fuses Usage Oxygen Sensor Antilock Brakes System 2 Trailer Back-up Lamps Driver Side Low-Beam Headlamp Engine Control Module (Battery) Fuel Injectors, Ignition Coils (Right Side) Transmission Control Module (Battery) Vehicle Back-up Lamps Passenger Side Low-Beam Headlamp Air Conditioning Compressor Oxygen Sensors Transmission Controls (Ignition) Fuses Usage...
Page 459 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fog Lamps Not Used Horn Airbag System (Battery) Passenger Side High-Beam Instrument Panel Cluster Headlamp Power Take-Off Daytime Running Lamps Auxiliary Climate Control (Ignition) Driver Side High-Beam Headlamp Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Daytime Running Lights 2 (CHMSL) Sunroof Rear Defogger Key Ignition System, Theft Deterrent...
Page 460 J-Case Fuses Usage Relays Usage Cooling Fan 1 FAN HI Cooling Fan High Speed Not Used FAN LO Cooling Fan Low Speed Heavy Duty Antilock Brake System FAN CNTRL Cooling Fan Control Cooling Fan 2 HDLP LO/HID Low-Beam Headlamp Antilock Brake System 1 FOG LAMP Front Fog Lamps Starter...
Page 461: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant caution label located Air Conditioning Refrigerant under the hood.
Page 462 ✍ NOTES 5-122...
Page 463 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........6-2 At Each Fuel Fill ..........6-9 Introduction ...........6-2 At Least Once a Month .........6-10 Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 At Least Once a Year ........6-10 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....6-2 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....6-13 Using the Maintenance Schedule ......6-3 Maintenance Replacement Parts .....6-15 Scheduled Maintenance ........6-4...
Page 464: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, Introduction replacement parts, and recommended ﬂuids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and necessary to keep this vehicle in good working change as recommended.
Page 465: Using The Maintenance Schedule
Using the Maintenance Schedule The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 should be performed when indicated. See Additional Required Services on page 6-6 and Maintenance We want to help keep this vehicle in good working Footnotes on page 6-7 for further information. condition.
Page 466: Scheduled Maintenance
Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 tells what If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, should be checked, when to check it, and what service the vehicle within 3,000 miles (5 000 km) can easily be done to help keep the vehicle in good since the last service.
Page 467 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on page 5-15. Reset oil life • • system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-18. An Emission Control Service. • • Lubricate chassis components. See footnote #. •...
Page 468: Additional Required Services
Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional Required Services 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (40 000) (80 000) (120 000) (160 000)
Page 469: Maintenance Footnotes
Additional Required Services (cont’d) 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (40 000) (80 000) (120 000) (160 000) (200 000) (240 000) Replace spark plugs and inspect spark • plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Engine cooling system service (or every ﬁve years, whichever occurs •...
Page 470 (c) Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean they are cracked, swollen, or deteriorated. Inspect cloth will make them last longer, seal better, and all pipes, ﬁttings, and clamps; replace with genuine not stick or squeak.
Page 471: Owner Checks And Services
Owner Checks and Services (k) If driving regularly under dusty conditions, inspect the ﬁlter at each engine oil change. These owner checks and services should be performed (l) Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or at the intervals speciﬁed to help ensure vehicle safety, obvious damage.
Page 472: At Least Once A Month
Engine Coolant Level Check At Least Once a Year ® Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL Starter Switch Check coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 5-27. Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check CAUTION: Check the windshield washer ﬂuid level in the windshield washer ﬂuid reservoir and add the proper ﬂuid if When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle necessary.
Page 473 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Ignition Transmission Lock Check Control System Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF in each shift lever position. • The ignition should turn to LOCK/OFF only CAUTION: when the shift lever is in P (Park).
Page 474 Parking Brake and Automatic Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the Transmission P (Park) Mechanism parking brake. Check • To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and the transmission in N (Neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from the CAUTION:...
Page 475: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricants GM Power Steering Fluid Power Steering (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in System Canada 89021186). Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part ® Automatic DEXRON -VI Automatic number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your Transmission Transmission Fluid.
Page 476 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® DEXRON -VI Automatic Tailgate Handle Transfer Case Transmission Fluid. Pivot Points, Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Hinges, Latch (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant Bolt, and Canada 10953474). Front Axle (GM Part No. U.S. 12345879, in Linkage Propshaft Canada 10953511) or lubricant...
Page 477: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your GM dealer. Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Standard 15908916* A3086C* High Capacity 15908915 A3085C Oil Filter 89017524 PF48...
Page 478: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Engine Drive Belt Routing 6-16...
Page 479: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record 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. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 can be added on the following record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts.
Page 480 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-18...
Page 481 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-19...
Page 482 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-20...
Page 483 Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance and Information ....7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ........7-14 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Online Owner Center ........7-5 Government ..........7-14 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian (TTY) Users ..........7-6 Government ..........7-15 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-6...
Page 484: Customer Assistance And Information
Canada Customer Communication at 1-800-263-3777 Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). your dealer and to GMC. Normally, any concerns with We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle to give your inquiry prompt attention.
Page 485 STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: Both General Motors You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the and your dealer are committed to making sure you toll-free telephone number or write them at the are completely satisﬁed with your new vehicle. However, following address: if you continue to remain unsatisﬁed after following BBB Auto Line Program...
Page 486 STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the event that For further information concerning eligibility in the you do not feel your concerns have been addressed Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), call after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call the General Motors Two, General Motors of Canada Limited wants you Customer Communication Centre, 1-800-263-3777...
Page 487: Online Owner Center
• Online service and maintenance records • My Dealers/Retailers: Save details such as address • Find GMC dealers for service nationwide and phone number for each of your preferred • GM dealers/retailers. Exclusive privileges and offers •...
Page 488: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) for assistance. However, if a customer wishes to Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 write or e-mail GMC, the letter should be addressed to: United States All Overseas Locations GMC Customer Assistance Center Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit.
Page 489: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
1-800-263-3830. 01-800-508-0000 Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0 800 Roadside Assistance Program GM Mobility Reimbursement For U.S. purchased vehicles, call 1-800-GMC-8782 (1-800-462-8782); (Text telephone (TTY): Program 1-888-889-2438). For Canadian purchased vehicles, call 1-800-268-6800. Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Page 490 Calling for Assistance GMC and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to limit services or payment to an owner When calling Roadside Assistance, have the following or driver if they decide the claims are made too often, or information ready: the same type of claim is made many times.
Page 491 • Services Speciﬁc to Canadian Trip Routing Service: Detailed maps of North America are provided when requested either Purchased Vehicles with the most direct route or the most scenic route. • Additional travel information is also available. Fuel delivery: Reimbursement is approximately Allow three weeks for delivery.
Page 492: Scheduling Service Appointments
Scheduling Service Appointments Several courtesy transportation options are available to assist in reducing your inconvenience when warranty repairs are required. When your vehicle requires warranty service, contact your dealer/retailer and request an appointment. Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the New Vehicle By scheduling a service appointment and advising your Limited Warranty.
Page 493: Collision Damage Repair
Public Transportation or Fuel It may not be possible to provide a like-vehicle as a courtesy rental. Reimbursement Additional Program Information If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, and public transportation is used instead of the dealer’s All program options, such as shuttle service, may not be shuttle service, the expense must be supported available at every dealer.
Page 494 Collision Parts Repair Facility We recommend that you choose a collision repair facility Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with that meets your needs before you ever need collision the same materials and construction methods as repairs. Your dealer/retailer may have a collision repair the parts with which your vehicle was originally built.
Page 495 If a Crash Occurs • Gather the important information you will need from the other driver. Things like name, address, phone Here is what to do if you are involved in a crash. number, driver’s license number, vehicle license • plate, vehicle make, model and model year, Vehicle Check to make sure that you are all right.
Page 496: Reporting Safety Defects
Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Reporting Safety Defects Process Reporting Safety Defects to the In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs, GM recommends that you take an active role in its United States Government repair. If you have a pre-determined repair facility of choice, take your vehicle there, or have it towed there.
Page 497: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, please notify General Motors. Owner publications are written speciﬁcally for owners Call 1-800-GMC-8782 (1-800-462-8782), or write: and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner manual includes the GMC Customer Assistance Center Maintenance Schedule for all models.
Page 498: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
Current and Past Model Order Forms Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, specify year and model name of Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated the vehicle.
Page 499: Event Data Recorders
Event Data Recorders Important: EDR data is recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions This vehicle has an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or and crash location) is recorded.
Page 500: Onstar
® OnStar Radio Frequency Identiﬁcation (RFID) If your vehicle has OnStar and you subscribe to the OnStar services, please refer to the OnStar Terms and RFID technology is used in some vehicles for functions Conditions for information on data collection and such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system ®...
Page 501 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ..... 5-111 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ......5-3 Care of Safety Belts ........5-108 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-19 Chemical Paint Spotting ......5-112 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ....5-109 Vehicle ............1-71 Fabric/Carpet ..........
Page 502 Audio System (cont.) Bulb Replacement (cont.) Setting the Clock ......... 3-75 Headlamp Aiming ........5-50 Theft-Deterrent Feature ....... 3-127 Headlamps ..........5-54 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ... 3-129 License Plate Lamps ........5-60 Audio System(s) ..........3-77 Replacement Bulbs ........5-60 Automatic Headlamp System ......
Page 503 Check Cleaning (cont.) Engine Lamp ..........3-41 Washing Your Vehicle ......... 5-109 Checking Things Under the Hood ...... 5-12 Weatherstrips ..........5-108 Chemical Paint Spotting ......... 5-112 Windshield and Wiper Blades ...... 5-110 Child Restraints Wood Panels ..........5-108 Child Restraint Systems ....... 1-40 Climate Control System ......
Page 504 Customer Assistance Information (cont.) Driver Information Center (DIC) ......3-48 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..... 7-2 DIC Operation and Displays ....3-48, 3-50 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ....7-7 DIC Vehicle Customization ......3-65 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ..7-15 DIC Warnings and Messages ......
Page 505 Electrical System (cont.) Instrument Panel Fuse Block ....... 5-114 Features Power Windows and Other Power Options ..5-114 Memory ............1-6 Underhood Fuse Block ....... 5-117 Filter Windshield Wiper Fuses ......5-114 Engine Air Cleaner ........5-20 Electronic Immobilizer ® Finish Damage ..........
Page 506 Fuel (cont.) Gage ............3-47 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Gasoline Octane ........... 5-5 Head Restraints ..........1-2 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ........5-5 Headlamp Fuses Aiming ............5-50 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block ..... 5-116 Headlamps ............ 5-54 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......5-114 Bulb Replacement ........
Page 507 Lamps Cargo ............3-18 Ignition Positions ..........2-21 Dome ............3-17 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ....1-36 Dome Lamp Override ........3-17 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ........5-70 Puddle ............3-16 Instrument Panel Reading ............. 3-18 Brightness ..........3-17 Lap Belt ............
Page 508 Lights Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Exterior Lamps ..........3-13 At Least Once a Year ........6-10 Flash-to-Pass ..........3-8 Introduction ..........6-2 High/Low Beam Changer ........ 3-8 Maintenance Footnotes ........6-7 On Reminder ..........3-15 Maintenance Record ........6-17 Loading Your Vehicle ........4-32 Maintenance Replacement Parts ....
Page 509 Outside Convex Mirror ..........2-41 Navigation System, Privacy ......7-18 Heated Mirrors ..........2-41 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Power Foldaway Mirrors ....... 2-39 Manual ............. 3-105 Power Mirrors ..........2-39 New Vehicle Break-In ........2-21 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ... 5-35 Owner Checks and Services ......
Page 510 Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California ..5-4 Radios Phone Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation ® Bluetooth ..........3-105 Manual ..........3-105 Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab ....4-38 Rear Seat Audio ........3-125 Power Reception ..........3-128 Door Locks ..........2-9 Setting the Clock ......... 3-75 Electrical System ........
Page 511 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Safety Belts (cont.) Spare Tire ..........5-92 Safety Belt Extender ........1-32 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ....5-88 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ....1-31 Replacement Bulbs ......... 5-60 Safety Belts Are for Everyone ....... 1-11 Replacement Parts, Maintenance ......
Page 512 Setting the Clock ..........3-75 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow ..... 4-30 Sheet Metal Damage ........5-112 Sun Visors ............. 2-17 Shifting Into Park ..........2-34 Sunroof ............2-64 Shifting Out of Park ........2-35 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change ......3-7 Sliding Rear Window, Power ......
Page 513 Tires (cont.) Trailer Cleaning ........... 5-112 Recommendations ........4-63 Different Size ..........5-81 Transmission High-Speed Operation ........5-71 Fluid, Automatic ........... 5-22 If a Tire Goes Flat ........5-86 Transmission Operation, Automatic ....2-26 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ........ 5-70 Trip Odometer ..........
Page 514 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Windows ............2-14 Number (VIN) ..........5-113 Manual ............2-14 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label ....5-113 Power ............2-15 Vehicle, Remote Start ........2-7 Sliding Rear ..........2-16 Ventilation Adjustment ........3-30 Windshield Visors ............2-17 Washer ............3-9 Voltmeter Gage ..........

GMC Sierra Denali 2009 Owner's Manual

Section 1 Seats and Restraint System

Section 2 Features and Controls

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Section 6 Maintenance Schedule

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